Wanted to go back for RN

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I have been an Lpn for 5 years now. I am not young, I am in my mid 40's. I went back to school when I was 40 years old with 2 young children. I always felt blessed that I had this amazing opportunity, like a second chance to do something that I've always wanted to do and become a nurse. Nursing school was not easy, however, I felt like I made a great accomplishment. I never thought for once after I had graduated, I would think about becoming an RN. I felt content to be an Lpn. Friends of mine are always asking me when I will go back to get my RN. I have tried in the past and finished just a few prerequisites but couldn't do the algebra or stats. I was never any good at math and math has changed a lot since I've been in algebra 1 many years ago. A few of the nursing students thay I've gone to school with have become RNs now. I am extremely happy for them. I don't feel happy with myself. My 2 beautiful children are adults now and are going to college. I feel like it's their turn now and things always happen for a reason. Just when I learn to accept that I am an Lpn, another person jabs me with that question. I just want to know if anyone else is feeling the same way. I know that we ARE all nurses and we have worked hard for our licenses and ultimately work hard to give compassionate care to our patients. Thank you for taking time to read this!😃

Specializes in LTC Management, Community Nursing, HHC.

You sound happy being an LPN, and that's really all that matters. Well, that and being certain that there'll be jobs in your field of work until you're ready to retire.

I too am in my mid-40s, and returned to RN school just a couple years ago, then went on to BSN school (I graduate from BSN school in about 10 days) when just a few short years ago I was positive that I was done with school. Things sometimes change, so I think that keeping an open mind is important as well.

Btw we had at least one person in class who was over 60 in both the ADN and BSN programs, actually several in my BSN class who are in their 60s. In my opinion money shouldn't be the only motivating factor for returning to school, however it was one of the 3 or 4 reasons for me, and it's nice to receive a paycheck that's about 75% more than it was when I was an LPN. So that helps a lot too, especially with all the school loans I'm repaying now!

Ultimately, your happiness is what's important. All the best to you!

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Congratulations to you! You have such an inspiring story and encouraging words for me. Thank you. Good luck too you and many blessings!:yes:

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Specializes in School Nursing.

Thank you, and good luck to you in whatever path you choose. :cat:

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:):up::yes:thanks

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I hear ya! I'm thinking at my age, 46, and just starting an LVN program will be satisfying. I want life balance and I feel that going for my RN at this point in my life wouldn't bring the balance I'm looking for.

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Lovemysugar, I'm happy to hear that you will be starting lvn school soon. I just want to wish you the best of luck in lvn school!:D

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And thank you too! I started an ADN program in my early 20s and couldn't handle work and school on my own. So here I am. Your post hit home with me and I thank you for sharing.

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Lovemysugar, this is your time now and you're going to do great!:yes:

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You and I will be amazing LPNs (well you already are)... I actually have family with BSNs and MSNs, and they're not any the happier really. Water off the ducks back, my friend! Thank you.

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:up::up::up::up::up:Thanks
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Specializes in VA, Ortho, Med/Surg.

I too would go back to school but only if I could do the 4 yr. RN because in FL it's very hard to get into a hospital now as an LPN but Anatomy class stops me every time lol. My memory is not what it used to be. I'll be 51 in Dec.

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Specializes in Med/Surg, LTACH, LTC, Home Health.
I too would go back to school but only if I could do the 4 yr. RN because in FL it's very hard to get into a hospital now as an LPN but Anatomy class stops me every time lol. My memory is not what it used to be. I'll be 51 in Dec.

You sound like me....just before I finally decided on an online route. Sitting in the classroom had my dropping A&P at every attempt. I'd pass the lecture portion, but fail miserably during the lab...which meant failing the course.

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