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calin
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Hannibal, Missouri
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What was it like getting through everything to become a registered nurse?
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Patty Born
Case Manager/Delegating Nurse, BSN, RN, LMT
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Abingdon, Maryland
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Hi Calin,
My experience was unique to me as it is unique to each and every nurse you speak with. What I think is a common denominator is that nursing school is highly competitive and grueling. Truth be told, if I knew how hard it was going to be I don't think I would have attempted applying for nursing school. In a way it was great I had no idea what I was getting myself into.
I think the most important thing to remember is that most careers which carry a lot of responsibilty are going to be challenging. The reason for the grueling training and education is because nurses carry a huge responsibility with each patient they encounter. Therefore, the preparation is very much necessary.
Do I think that should scare you from pursuing nursing? Absolutely not. It has proven to be a very satisfying profession. I don't regret any of it. I'm actually very glad I decided to pursue nursing. I hope this helps. Best of luck to you in your future endeavors.
All The Best,
Patty Born
My experience was unique to me as it is unique to each and every nurse you speak with. What I think is a common denominator is that nursing school is highly competitive and grueling. Truth be told, if I knew how hard it was going to be I don't think I would have attempted applying for nursing school. In a way it was great I had no idea what I was getting myself into.
I think the most important thing to remember is that most careers which carry a lot of responsibilty are going to be challenging. The reason for the grueling training and education is because nurses carry a huge responsibility with each patient they encounter. Therefore, the preparation is very much necessary.
Do I think that should scare you from pursuing nursing? Absolutely not. It has proven to be a very satisfying profession. I don't regret any of it. I'm actually very glad I decided to pursue nursing. I hope this helps. Best of luck to you in your future endeavors.
All The Best,
Patty Born
Kathleen Madden
Staff RN at Hunterdon Medical Center
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Flemington, New Jersey
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Kathleen’s Answer
Becoming a nurse was the best feeling in the world! Anytime you work hard and achieve a goal it feels great.
I was an EMT first, then worked as a Tech in the Emergency Department while slowly working my way through nursing school. I feel proud to be in such a demanding field that is well respected.
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Warda Ahmed
LPN
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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becoming a nurses was hard because i got married and had a child. then i had to go back for my BSN which was more challenging.