There are things to do

A few things (sm) [2008-06-13]
First I It was either that or Health Management and I'm not interested in taking business classes. Second, how about setting up your word autocorrects as mini-expanders?

There are things to do [2007-12-31]
Nursing homes around here use social services personnel who are not licensed social workers but rather people who have some on-the-job training to do the social services assessments. It's a job that avoids the hands-on aspect. I was a CNA and now a nurse but haven't been practicing for a couple of years. I don't do puke either. (I learned to do poop.)

I hope things are picking up for you [2006-09-27]
My best friend and I have returned to school for the RN-AD program, we have both been MTs for 10 years now. I have 2 prior AAS degrees that are 12+ years old from a school in another state, my friend however has prior credits from this same school we are now attending. They transferred all of her credits even though they were older than mine, but only transferred credits in place of my needing to take any electives. I think if you return to a school you went to previously you have a better chance of having your prior credits transfer in. Best of luck to you!!! :)

Depends [2008-01-24]
on whether you are going to get an AA degree or a BSN. Depends on your area. Just go out to the college and request a catalog. There should be a place in the catalog that will list prerequisites. There you will find what you need. Some programs do ask that you have completed all your sciences before you are accepted or declined. I doubt you will be declined because of the great need. Why do you want to be a nurse? Think about it and talk to some nurses and they might share with you things you should consider before doing this. I am one and choose not to work as one anymore and would rather transcribe and know five others like me. Have you considered checking into Allied Health careers? Radiology technicians, Sonography (they have a pretty good day, spend quality time with their patients, and make good money). Explore all areas of health care before you make your decision. If I were going to start over I would probably go to medical school (I did not want to move out of my area back when) or see about requirements for PA-C. Being a nurse is a real drainer and requires total commitment and endurance beyond anything I have ever done. All nurses who work in acute care and extended care are going to heaven. Don

Don't exactly agree, but sort of do [2008-01-24]
because when I got my degree I had to take organic chemistry and that has lots of math and was definitely difficult for me, but I got a B anyway (looking back, that is a good grade, but at the time I cried and felt like a failure - funny how time has a way of changing the way you perceive things). You are right about changing your attitude - it can work if you believe in yourself and get a tutor. Worked for me and can work for anyone who wants to learn.

Nope [2008-01-21]
The math you will learn to use is pretty basic and a lot of schools offer review courses and free tutoring. The most important thing to do is to change your attitude about it. (Not trying to be condescending here!) Also, you will be able to use a calculator to do any of the things that you need to do. Remember, most schools and instructors want you to succeed and they will give you all the tools to do so.

Nursing classes online. [2007-09-19]
I honestly didn't know you could go from an LPN (earned at local college) to an RN (earned online). As far as I know, you have mandatory clinicals. You may want to check into another local community college if you have one. Does your local college not do testing? Here, admission is based on several things, including a pre-admission test.

One thing that would be tough for me [2007-04-15]
would be the early mornings for nursing school. I think some things start at about 7:00 or 7:30 a.m. If you are an early riser naturally, that will help you a lot. Good luck. It's going to be a lot of work, but you can do it.