Well... I've been thinking, deciding, noodling, talking, wondering, figuring, doubting and everything in-between about moving into nursing... But tomorrow's the day I take the plunge for real.
On Monday June 23, I start my first CNA class. We're scheduled 10 days in the classroom and 10 days in the clinic. I live near Portland Oregon and my class is at the Cascade Medical School. I'm currently working on pre-reqs and plan to complete a ADN then a BSN. I already have advanced degrees, but they are ancient, so I have to start over for most subjects.
I'm a mid-life career changer who has been talking about nursing for a few years now. I've had a few careers... I was an Air Force guy (10+ years), owned restaurants (10+ years), was in practice as a private therapist (4 years), and am currently a contract instructor for business topics (5+ years).
Nursing is radically different from my other jobs. I know there are many challenges, but I've been inspired by reading many success stories on this forum and others. I hope to become an inspiration myself!
I'd like to hear about your experiences as you got started in nursing. If you haven't shared, but have a good story, please "dish"... And I'll post what happens as my adventure develops.
