Reply With QuoteI left a good paying job in the finance industry last year to complete my nursing degree. My advice is to make sure that it is REALLY what you want to do before you leave. About half way through my clinical rotations last year I decided that maybe nursing wasn't for me. I think it is difficult to know until you really get into the clinical aspect of your education. I really loved reading and learning about the human body, but dealing w/another person's body and their bodily functions is a whole different story. I went into nursing because I lost both my parents and an older brother to cancer. I spent so much time in a hospital w/them that I became interested in nursing and started taking some courses. I had to leave my full time job last year to complete my rotations. I graduated in December and now I am struggling w/the decision on whether to take the boards....I probably will. Anyways, just be absolutely sure that it is what you want before you jump into it. Money has been tight the past year and now I am trying to find a job back in my old profession. I also feel guilty for speding time and money on something I may not use. Also, I went to nursing school with many people that were on their 2nd careers....many were older men that were managers and CEO's of big companies. It is tough to get back into the school thing once you have been out for a while but if it what you really want then you just find a way to do it! Good luck. Hope this has helped you!
