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What are some tips for becoming a nurse?

I'm in 8th grade and thinking of becoming something in the medical field, what are some tips to help further achieve my goal?

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MARY’s Answer

Becoming a nurse is stressful and interesting but you need to be focused and determined. You need to pay attention to all your subjects in college and also get in touch with nurses close by. You can volunteer at school clinic. Just make sure you familiarise yourself with nurses, this will definitely help you in getting answers to any questions and having a mentor.
Make enquiries about universities which award degree in nursing and check for their requirements so as to prepare ahead.
Make preparations for writing NCLEX . Gain all the necessary skills and art you need as a nurse, you can find them out on the internet.
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John’s Answer

While it's great that you have a sense of what you might like to do for a career, if you are not quite in high school yet, I'd recommend that instead of focusing on taking specific courses or following a particular path right now, it may be best if you focus on simply gaining experiences and being open to learning. When we are young, we have limited life experiences and the more things you try, the more people you meet, the more you learn, then different options become visible to us. Nursing, like many other professions, can be a noble and rewarding career and I would certainly not discourage you from pursuing it if that is your wish, but there are all kinds of opportunities out there and focusing on just one option this early may prevent you from finding something else you could be passionate about.

Take courses that sound interesting to you. Join teams or clubs. Talk with your friends and teachers as well as your family. It can feel like it sometimes, but life isn't a race. It's a journey and it's especially wonderful if you allow yourself the time and freedom to enjoy it.

Best of luck to you.
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Marie’s Answer

First I recommend anyone able to take AP classes look into Duel enrollment with local community colleges. This allows you to receive college credit while in high school. Some students receive a college degree(associate) at some time as high school diploma. At this point decide if you want a 2 year or 4 year degree. Being this far along I, if you received college credit, I would recommend av4 year degree (BSN). After getting your BSN degree, you will need to take NCLEX and pass. I recently found out there is over 100 nursing career paths. There will be something you find fun or interesting.
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Luke’s Answer

Hi Lizbeth,

I am not a nurse, but a nursing assistant. Let me tell you, the nurses who worked as nursing assistants prior to getting their nurse license are exceptionally wonderful to work under. Furthermore, becoming a nursing assistant doesn't take long, and provides exposure to a lot of different healthcare careers, even beyond just nurses. Especially if you work in a hospital. So my recommendation if you are interested in becoming nurse is; become a CNA first.
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