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How did you make the decision to become a nurse ?
It is hard to pick a certain career how long did it take you and how old were you.
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Julie’s Answer
Hi Reese!
I'm not a nurse but I do agree with you, it is hard to pick a career and it does take a long time! Some people have a clear career goal or direction in mind from a young age, while others may take years to explore different options and make a decision. There are tons of different factors that influence how you choose your career.
I took many years to explore different career options before I landed in my current job, which I really like a lot (I help companies with technology!) In the past, I worked as a teacher, I worked in a homeless shelter, and at a large business. Then I went to school again! All of these experiences helped me understand more about myself, my strengths and my preferences. I also got to meet tons of cool people and live in different cities. This approach worked for me because I really like to try new things and have flexibility. I still feel like I could change my career now if I wanted to!
Some people feel more comfortable picking one career and sticking with it for a long time- that is a great option too. That provides you with a lot of stability and the option of putting some more time into activities outside of your career- like family, friends, travel, and so on!
Both options are great, and there's no need to rush to figure it out now. Listen to your heart and enjoy the ride!
I'm not a nurse but I do agree with you, it is hard to pick a career and it does take a long time! Some people have a clear career goal or direction in mind from a young age, while others may take years to explore different options and make a decision. There are tons of different factors that influence how you choose your career.
I took many years to explore different career options before I landed in my current job, which I really like a lot (I help companies with technology!) In the past, I worked as a teacher, I worked in a homeless shelter, and at a large business. Then I went to school again! All of these experiences helped me understand more about myself, my strengths and my preferences. I also got to meet tons of cool people and live in different cities. This approach worked for me because I really like to try new things and have flexibility. I still feel like I could change my career now if I wanted to!
Some people feel more comfortable picking one career and sticking with it for a long time- that is a great option too. That provides you with a lot of stability and the option of putting some more time into activities outside of your career- like family, friends, travel, and so on!
Both options are great, and there's no need to rush to figure it out now. Listen to your heart and enjoy the ride!
James Constantine Frangos
Consultant Dietitian & Software Developer since 1972 => Nutrition Education => Health & Longevity.
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Hey there Reese!
Although I did not end up a nurse I taught dentists, nurses, and doctors in college.
Earlier after a bit of introspection and careful thought, I decided to take up nutrition and dietetics as a career. I've always had a knack for lending a hand and making a positive difference in people's lives.
So when relatives started dying I was more than a little bit perturbed. I knew medical people were not coming up with answers to stop the early deaths. I weighed up various career paths and took a good, hard look at what I'm really passionate about. I found that nutritional medicine was a perfect match for my values and ambitions.
This wasn't a snap decision, it took me several years to be completely sure that nutrition was the journey I wanted to embark on. I was 29 when I finally decided to follow nutrition and dietetics, after finishing my undergraduate studies and getting a taste of the healthcare sector.
Here are the top 5 online discussion sites or forums I found useful for Nurses:
1. allnurses.com
2. studentdoctor.net
3. reddit.com/r/nursing
4. forums.studentdoctor.net
5. allnurses.com/forums
These online platforms offered a wealth of knowledge, and personal stories from folks already in the nursing field, and those like me who were figuring out their career paths. The conversations and guidance shared on these sites greatly helped me to solidify my decision to pursue nursing, giving me the clarity and confidence I needed.
What changed my mind was relatives dying. I knew nutrition was the answer. I ended up becoming a dietitian and I trained enrolled nurses and health workers in nutritional biochemistry instead.
Wishing you all the blessings in the world!
James Constantine Frangos.
Although I did not end up a nurse I taught dentists, nurses, and doctors in college.
Earlier after a bit of introspection and careful thought, I decided to take up nutrition and dietetics as a career. I've always had a knack for lending a hand and making a positive difference in people's lives.
So when relatives started dying I was more than a little bit perturbed. I knew medical people were not coming up with answers to stop the early deaths. I weighed up various career paths and took a good, hard look at what I'm really passionate about. I found that nutritional medicine was a perfect match for my values and ambitions.
This wasn't a snap decision, it took me several years to be completely sure that nutrition was the journey I wanted to embark on. I was 29 when I finally decided to follow nutrition and dietetics, after finishing my undergraduate studies and getting a taste of the healthcare sector.
Here are the top 5 online discussion sites or forums I found useful for Nurses:
1. allnurses.com
2. studentdoctor.net
3. reddit.com/r/nursing
4. forums.studentdoctor.net
5. allnurses.com/forums
These online platforms offered a wealth of knowledge, and personal stories from folks already in the nursing field, and those like me who were figuring out their career paths. The conversations and guidance shared on these sites greatly helped me to solidify my decision to pursue nursing, giving me the clarity and confidence I needed.
What changed my mind was relatives dying. I knew nutrition was the answer. I ended up becoming a dietitian and I trained enrolled nurses and health workers in nutritional biochemistry instead.
Wishing you all the blessings in the world!
James Constantine Frangos.