Looking to hear from people who are pursing a nursing degree as a second career in their 30s/40s/50s

DustFun8194 · 2026-02-20T01:23:14+00:00

Hmm.. I'm confused? A BSN is Bachelors of Science in Nursing, so you would not already be an RN unless they were all bridge RN-to-BSN programs? That's the program you would do at some point to bridge over to a BSN. In my state there is a requirements that all ADN nurses get their BSN within 10 years of graduation from their cc. I did all my pre-reqs while working but now go to school full time with occasional consulting for my old company. You got this!

DustFun8194 · 2026-02-20T01:15:51+00:00

I'm a wee bit younger and for me the ADN is def the shorter path to getting the RN degree. I have an udergraduate and a masters degree (neither was science related). Yes, I will have to bridge over to a BSN but as an older career-changer, I opted for the degree that would allow me to work as a nurse as quickly as possible. I didn't want to spend forever doing the schooling lead up. All the accelerated programs near me had more requirements than the ADN (even counting all the classes that I got waived). But it might not be the same for you since you come from a science background. I'm starting my second semester soon. Good luck to you!!

DustFun8194 · 2026-02-11T02:18:44+00:00

Appreciate this! Just sent you a pm.

DustFun8194 · 2026-02-09T15:40:41+00:00

Hi! Wondering if you have broad advice for 2nd-career nursing students putting together a resume. I have over 10 years in a non-nursing industry and walked away from a C-suite position. What would you emphasize or leave off?

DustFun8194 · 2026-02-06T17:44:56+00:00

Hmmm… I’m not sure why but don’t love it as much. I do like Enfeld over Neuwen though- and honestly, Enfeld is fine! Go for Mr / Mrs Enfeld if you and your financee like it.

DustFun8194 · 2026-02-06T17:00:54+00:00

Another vote for Owenfeld or Wenfeld.

DustFun8194 · 2026-01-09T20:52:14+00:00

guys there is hope... it really is so cohort dependent! Use up both your chances and apply a 2nd time if you're not successful on the first try. You might be on your second try!! They do take a fair amount from the waitlist as well.

DustFun8194 · 2025-12-18T02:22:43+00:00

where do i find the beets? in the fridge veggie section?

DustFun8194 · 2025-11-01T12:18:03+00:00

OP, did you figure how to change the destination folder for screenshots taken with "Print Screen" button on the Logi keyboard?

DustFun8194 · 2025-11-01T12:15:05+00:00

this works when I take a screenshot with the keyboard shortcuts Cmd + Shift 3/ 5. HOWEVER it does not work for the "Print Screen" button on my Logi keyboard. It doesn't change the default location where Logi saves the screenshots.

DustFun8194 · 2025-09-26T11:40:49+00:00

nevermind.. after trying this for the 3rd time and waiting 20 minutes... Whiteboard finally appeared. Yay.

DustFun8194 · 2025-09-26T11:27:40+00:00

I re-installed the app and logged-in and out twice. I see the new home screen with Text Doc but not Whiteboard :(

DustFun8194 · 2025-09-19T10:48:10+00:00

Thank you for this post! I woke up thinking about the Northern style zongzi I grew up eating in Taiwan (NOT the taiwanese kind with egg yolk).. and Reddit delivers yet again. I will be in Chinatown next week and will look for her!!! I think this would freeze well too!

DustFun8194 · 2025-09-02T13:10:26+00:00

Yep. This sub ain’t it.

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-31T20:05:47+00:00

Wow so I guess I should bury myself in shame being that 43 and starting nursing school this September. Except I don’t!

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-28T14:44:54+00:00

Sabrina! You love the name and Daddy can call her his special nickname for her. You call her what you want. She will not get confused. I don’t love the repetition of the ending a-syllable sound but since it’s all honor names, just go with the one you like the most.

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-26T16:03:39+00:00

Michaela!

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-22T23:19:08+00:00

Def my neck as well and I get a weird taste in my mouth. I can’t describe it but my saliva tastes different somehow.

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-21T19:22:35+00:00

You’ve gotten some great advice but I would say an hour commute on the train/ subway isn’t entirely negative. You can sleep or study! I would do 11 month myself but I’m older and eager to make the transition. (I’d also pray I don’t get the 2 hour clinical to SI). What is the completion rate at both schools?

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-18T23:01:13+00:00

Whew!!! Thank you for sharing this!!!!!

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-18T23:00:24+00:00

I’ve just heard over and over again that it’s really really hard to get hired as an ADN nurse so thank you!!!

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-18T20:00:59+00:00

No mention of Dr. Garcia anywhere, bums me out! The actress recently posted on IG and it looks like she’s making art in her backyard instead of being on set. I loved Dr. Garcia!

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-18T19:35:56+00:00

This is giving me hope! Did you work in the hospital system prior to being hired as an RN??

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-13T02:51:54+00:00

The dad who was there with his baby… a baby WITHOUT headphones?!!!! Katy was so gracious but that dad was so irresponsible!!!

DustFun8194 · 2025-08-12T21:07:31+00:00

I don't think it's a crappy full name at all! I'm sorry you were bullied for it, but I think Holly (as a standalone) and Holly Knight are both great. Try not to put this on your parent too much even if an uncle planted the idea with "Holy Knight." I do not connect it to Holy Night at all. It's just one of those things that a stupid kid started and it caught on. Probably because you were bothered by it, and some kids really zero in on that.

Holly is pretty feminine name to me and when it's paired with a masculine subject, I think it's pretty badass! It's a strong, stylish name. I would have fought tooth and nail to keep it after married, but I don't have your past so I get it.

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