I'm 44, have a bachelor's in Accounting, and have spent 13+ years working in real estate property management and development. I make a comfortable six-figure salary, but I've been unhappy with the corporate environment for years.

I don't dislike accounting itself, but I'm tired of sitting behind a desk, the rigid schedule, office politics, and feeling like my work lacks purpose.

I'm seriously considering nursing, both for the opportunity to help people and the lifestyle flexibility. My wife is already an RN, and we'd love to eventually take travel nursing assignments together.

My tentative plan is to pursue an ADN, work as an RN while completing my BSN online, and transition to travel nursing after gaining experience. I'd also like to keep some part-time remote accounting work to supplement my income.

I realize this means a significant pay cut and a demanding transition, especially at 44.

Has anyone made a similar career change later in life? Was it worth it financially and personally? How does the stress and work-life balance compare? Any regrets?

I'd really appreciate hearing the good and the bad from people who've actually done it.

Hola, enfermero mexicano aquí, sucede que aquí donde trabajo pasa mucho que las mujeres no permiten que un enfermero realice procedimientos específicos para mujeres (revisión de mamas, Papanicolaou, colocación de DIU, etc) incluso entre las mismas enfermeras y médicas mujeres no te dejan hacerlo, aunque como profesional sabes hacerlo, lo conoces y eres ético.

Mi pregunta es como lo sobrellevan? Y que opinan al respecto? Yo me siento bastante limitado pero a la vez satisfecho pues, cómo están las cosas sobre las falsas acusaciones, no quisiera que me acusaran de que hice algo indebido cuando no es así.

También quisiera saber la opinión de las mujeres, porque hacen esto? Dejarías que un hombre profesional ejerciera su labor en ti?/

Hey everyone, male nurse from Mexico here.

Where I work, it’s very common for female patients to refuse specific procedures performed by a male nurse (breast exams, Pap smears, IUD insertions, etc.). What’s more, even female nurses and female doctors often step in and don't allow male nurses to do them, even though as professionals we are fully trained, knowledgeable, and ethical.

My question for other male nurses is: How do you cope with or handle this? What are your thoughts on it?

On one hand, I feel pretty limited in my practice. But on the other hand, given how things are regarding false accusations nowadays, part of me feels relieved not having to put myself in a vulnerable spot where someone could make an unfair claim.

I’d also love to hear from women here: Why does this happen so frequently? Would you let a male professional perform these procedures on you?

19F and LPN school starts Feb 1st I already have a year of all my RN pre-reqs done, but I didn’t get into an RN school even with a 3.7gpa because of how competitive it was.

I was told to keep applying this year for RN school in September 2027, but I lowkey also wanna get a license right now, and the LPN program I found, it starts Feb 1 2027 and ends May 1st 2028, base pay for LPNS in my state is 35 an hour and I want to bridge over to be an RN as soon as possible.

I don’t care if Id have to go to nursing school twice but at the same time would I be making a dumb choice? I live with my parents right now so money isn’t a issue

Would love to learn more about the Yale school of nursing Masters of Nursing program from anyone who has experience or more information about it.

Reviews online seem mixed, but I realize Yale school of nursing has many programs. From what I have read in terms of googling it, it seems the MN degree, in addition to RN license, would satisfy hospital credentialing of a BSN requirement.
However, if a MN/RN graduate hopes to do a future NP program, it seems that not all of the Yale MN classes are taught at the masters level, and the three Ps would have to be retaken.

If anybody has any additional information or clarification would be very grateful!.

Question about skills and credentials for NP versus PA?

Are there any skills or credentials that RN/NP is trained in that a PA is not qualified and or trained?

From what I’ve been reading through these subReddit channels, it seems that PA training is more rigorous and and consistent as a whole across all PA programs whereas the NP training seems to vary a lot between programs and may not be as strong in diagnosis and pathophysiology.

If somebody has a medical research background and is interested in obtaining a clinical degree to put all of the research into direct patient care, any advice?

I am a new grad and recently applied to my local hospital. I spoke with a recruiter from the hospital who has arranged for me to shadow on the ICU for 2 hours. If all goes well, the unit will extend a job offer.

It has been my goal to become an ICU nurse since I started nursing school. I am really grateful for this opportunity, especially because most new grad nurses in my area are told they can only work on med surg or in the ED.

I am looking for tips/advice on how to impress the manager and other nursing staff during my shadow opportunity. I really want this job 😭

Also, two years ago I completed clinicals on this floor. I worked with the same preceptor for each of my shifts and we got along well. Should I send her a message that I am going to job shadow on her unit? If so, what should I say?

Hi, nurses! I would really appreciate your advice po. 🥹

I’m a Batch 2024 RN with no bedside experience. My experience so far has been in a non-bedside nursing role, and I recently found an NCLEX sponsorship opportunity through a BPO company. The offer is good, but it comes with a 2-year employment bond.

Right now, I’m torn between pursuing bedside nursing experience or accepting the offer and starting my NCLEX journey through this company.
My long-term goal is to work and live in the US, but I honestly don’t know which pathway would be best for me. I’m also unfamiliar with the different immigration and employment pathways for nurses, especially since I don’t have any family in the US who could petition or guide me through the process.
For those who have been in a similar situation or have experience working abroad, I would really appreciate your advice po.

Would it be better to gain bedside experience first, or is it still a good decision to accept the NCLEX sponsorship and work in a BPO company for two years? Would having non-bedside experience affect my chances of getting a USRN job with visa sponsorship in the future?
I’m afraid of making a decision now that might delay my goal of working abroad. I’m hoping to learn from your experiences and insights.

Thank you so much po! ❤️