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malenurse1 · Apr 25, 2004

Hello all,
I'm hopefully starting class in July for LPN, was wondering if any one else is working 40+ hrs plus school and being a father.
That's where I'm about to go, was hoping to get some insight.
Thanks!

Been there...doing that! Welcome aboard!

uneven · Apr 30, 2004

Been there...doing that! Welcome aboard!

How do/did you do it?? Night shift? Evening shift? I have no idea how I'm going to pull it all off....

This has been a goal of mine for a long time, I'm 24, trying to get LPN to ADN and I see everyone else is managing. How?? Any tips?

Thanks in advance guys,

u

malenurse1 · Apr 30, 2004

How do/did you do it?? Night shift? Evening shift? I have no idea how I'm going to pull it all off....
This has been a goal of mine for a long time, I'm 24, trying to get LPN to ADN and I see everyone else is managing. How?? Any tips?
Thanks in advance guys,
u

I had been working days and going to school in the evenings, (I'm in an evening track for clinicals). This week I started 3rd shift after a month orienting to the new NI job. It is just a matter of switching when I sleep. I am fortunate because my wife and kids understand that I am going to miss some things such as games & choir concerts. We all know that the degree is worth the sacrifice. I try to spend as much time as I can with the family when I am not at work or school, and I teach Sunday school to our churches Jr high kids, (1 of my daughters is in that group).

I guess to simplify the whole thing, ya just do it. You make the commitment and move forward.

Good luck, you can do it too.

Koonie · May 1, 2004

Hello eveyone,

I'm 35 and will be starting Nursing school this Fall! I got my acceptance letter this last weekend, it's nice to finally be able to relax (I was really stressing out--90 spots 812 applicants--and they were 6 weeks late with their decision). I'm currently a corrections officer in a max institution, and I plan to work through school. I work 2300-0700, so I get a lot of studying done at work. I also have some great nurses working at the prison that have promised to help with any questions. I'm also married with 2 girls, this ought to be very interesting, I can't wait to get started!!!!!

Good luck everyone,

Jeff

warhawk · May 2, 2004

How do/did you do it?? Night shift? Evening shift? I have no idea how I'm going to pull it all off....
This has been a goal of mine for a long time, I'm 24, trying to get LPN to ADN and I see everyone else is managing. How?? Any tips?
Thanks in advance guys,
u

To UNEVEN & ALL WORKING STUDENTS:

Three words: JUST DO IT ! ! ! Take one step at a time and U will reach your goal. I am a new RN (since July 03). I worked full-time (11p-7a) and went 2 school full-time. I sacrificed my times w/ my wife and family and close friends. I sacrificed good times, sleep, and rest. U can make it... if U keep God and your supportive family w/ U during nursing school. U also must have a strong, never-give-up, and determined attitude because the strong survive. If U possess these "requirements" that I mentioned U will definitely make it (I promise U that). Anyways.... take care and JUST DO IT !!!

WARHAWK :)

bbear · May 5, 2004

Yep, I'm a 38-year-old father of 6 children who is starting a grad nursing program this fall.

Hey, shouldn't we be able to get minority scholarships????

Ned the Red · May 6, 2004

Yep, I'm a 38-year-old father of 6 children who is starting a grad nursing program this fall.
Hey, shouldn't we be able to get minority scholarships????

Actually not a bad idea. The country needs more nurses and I assume they'd like more men in the profession. But, I sure haven't seen any scholarship money out there that I'd qualify for. Has anyone run into anything gender specific that we can all take a shot at?

agent · May 6, 2004

That would be cool, but no..

I'm sure the female applicants wouldn't be too pleased.

bbear · May 6, 2004

You know, I joke about it but the truth of the matter is that males could apply for minority scholarships. I looked it up once and found out that anybody can apply for minority scholarhips if their demographic (sex, race, etc.) is under-represented in their profession or in the college. For us, it's both. I just have never worked up the courage to push the matter. But, per Federal law, we could.

Kabin · May 6, 2004

We'll have to start a new sticky thread on this one. :chuckle

manna, BSN, RN · May 6, 2004

For us, it's both. I just have never worked up the courage to push the matter. But, per Federal law, we could.

The school I'll be attending this fall didn't used to admit men - until someone "pushed the matter" back in the 80's. A guy applied to the nursing program was denied (it's Mississippi University for WOMEN) - he ended up suing the school and winning. I don't know if he ever enrolled or completed a degree there, but he made a big change, regardless. :)

Lifeforce · May 6, 2004

Hey guys! I'm currently enrolled in an emt-b program and am starting my pre-reqs for my BSN this fall.I plan on getting an er tech gig while attending school and work part time as a waiter. It's a real blessing to read all your posts.They answered most of my questions and relieved all of my fears. My heart feels lighter knowing I have a group of peers I can turn to while I am on this path. Live free and don't let the woman keep you down:chair:

Blessings

Joshua