Was anyone poor before becoming a nurse?

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Maybe that wasn't the right way to word it. I know everyone complains that rn's don't make enough money, but were any of you here poor before becoming a nurse? I have been married for almost 9 years, stopped working full time 5 years ago when my oldest was born. My dh owns a construction company which has been on a downward slide for about the last two years. I am working parttime, going to school at night, staying home with my 3 year old twins (my 5 year old is in kindergarten), and babysitting my friend's 1 year old full time. We are so broke right now though. I mean not being able to grocery shop, shut-off notices, the whole nine yards. My dh has hardly had any work and it just sucks. I have wanted to go back to school for so long. I just can't get finished with school quick enough. I feel like it is really going to change our lives so much when I am done. Has anyone else here been in my situation? How did things change for you when you finally did become a nurse? Just looking for some inspiration.

Specializes in Community Health, Med-Surg, Home Health.

I am relatively comfortable only because I inherited a home with no mortgage and do not spend friviolously. I'm also married and my son is old enough not to need babysitting, etc... My needs are not extravagant. But, if I had to pay the high rents and mortgage based on my little LPN salary, I'd be homeless for sure.

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Specializes in LTC/Rehab, Med Surg, Home Care.

I hate to admit I was wrong, but I do think that DH and I will need to remain a two income household. We can't make it on just my salary alone right now. Currently I'm an LPN, waiting to take my boards so I can get my RN pay. In the mean time, I'm working a LOT of hours. My DH is working on finishing his schooling also, in a different field.

However, if you are looking to be able to your bills, then nursing IS a good choice. But be prepared to work HARD. You can finish an LPN course in one year, but a lot of schools also have waiting lists. There's also financial aid...which could help your family out right now too. If this is your first degree, then you may qualify for grants as well.

Good luck,

Sunny

Maybe that wasn't the right way to word it. I know everyone complains that rn's don't make enough money, but were any of you here poor before becoming a nurse? I have been married for almost 9 years, stopped working full time 5 years ago when my oldest was born. My dh owns a construction company which has been on a downward slide for about the last two years. I am working parttime, going to school at night, staying home with my 3 year old twins (my 5 year old is in kindergarten), and babysitting my friend's 1 year old full time. We are so broke right now though. I mean not being able to grocery shop, shut-off notices, the whole nine yards. My dh has hardly had any work and it just sucks. I have wanted to go back to school for so long. I just can't get finished with school quick enough. I feel like it is really going to change our lives so much when I am done. Has anyone else here been in my situation? How did things change for you when you finally did become a nurse? Just looking for some inspiration.
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