Two months left of lpn school!!

[CanteWasteWin]

I said I was going to update monthly on my progress BUT it has been so hectic, so here I am now. lol

I started this journey in August 2014 and it has been a difficult and very stressful chapter in my life thus far! Before starting this program I had no prior experience in the medical field so it was a huge adjustment for me. About six months into the program I decided to start working as a nurse aide at one of our local hospitals in the float pool and it definitely helped me be more comfortable in clinicals at school with the patient care and all that.

I have had anxiety since I was in junior high but it has gotten worse with nursing school. My anxiety can be crippling at times but with awesome classmates and supportive instructors I have been able to make it this far and have overcome many of my fears. This experience has been scary and stressful but I am so happy I chose this career path. I'm not sure where I want to work but I DO know I want to stay with medsurg for at least a year or so but I have also fallen in love with the ED! I hope to get an opportunity to work in the ED after I'm confident enough in my skills. My instructors have told me I'd be great in home health and hospice because I have such compassion and a gentle touch. I will be moving out of state next fall and will be pursuing my BSN in our new hometown.

If you're thinking about going into LPN school or are about to start just know that you CAN do it. There will be times you'll want to give up, but DON'T! We had a couple girls quit on us in our program and I know a couple of them regret it while one of them made the right choice because nursing just wasn't her thing after all. As you get through the program and towards the end you'll be amazed by how much you have learned! It's amazing and I just love this field! It is a field you will forever learn in with so many opportunities!

Well, now I must get back to some pediatrics studying. Two exams to complete before Christmas break!

[NurseGoal, BSN, RN]

Congrats!!! I also have two months left, & some how it feels like the time has just slowed all the way down or is it just me? :) best of luck in your future endeavors!