Work and nursing school

[Lola34]

If you are working a part time or full time job while in nursing school, please share how you are able to manage? Is it doable?

[RedOnTheHead]

I have a meeting with a student advisor at our local college to find out the same information. I have been told through other friends that once you start clinicals it is more or less full-time but can be scheduled in the evenings/weekends. They caution that it will be difficult, but say that others have done it, even with young children, and that you just have to remember that the end result will be for the better. I had mixed feelings when told it would have to be full-time, but sm not thinking that it will be better to "suffer" through two years then drag it out for 3 or 4. I'll be very interested to hear the advisors opinion.

If anyone out there has gone through an evening program while working full time, with or without, children, I would love to hear your input.

[maire]

It is doable as long as you remain healthy and nothing goes wrong in your personal life, such as death of a parent or spouse or some other unforeseeable event. When you have a problem, you can expect that you will get no empathy from administrators or instructors at the school. Best to be very clear on this going in.

[Lola34]

Thank you.I have heard this and I plan on having my hubby and family really step in to help me while I'm in school.

[GitanoRN]

Lola34, I have no doubt that you will accomplish the nursing program. Moreover, if I did it as a single parent anyone can do it, it just takes a little discipline and prioritization. In addition, don't feel like you have to do it all by yourself, ask for help from your family when you feel overwhelmed. Wishing you always the best....Aloha~

[Lola34]

Thank you Gitano. It is encouraging to know that it can be done!

[helianthusdd]

I have a meeting with a student advisor at our local college to find out the same information. I have been told through other friends that once you start clinicals it is more or less full-time but can be scheduled in the evenings/weekends. They caution that it will be difficult, but say that others have done it, even with young children, and that you just have to remember that the end result will be for the better. I had mixed feelings when told it would have to be full-time, but sm not thinking that it will be better to "suffer" through two years then drag it out for 3 or 4. I'll be very interested to hear the advisors opinion.

If anyone out there has gone through an evening program while working full time, with or without, children, I would love to hear your input.

Thanks for sharing!

[studentnurse85]

I am a junior in my nursing program, and i have been working part time. I will tell you that it is very hard. You have essentially no free time and no one can help you out on this end. I would work only if you have to; i guess most people do these days. Even with having almost total schedule autonomy at my job it is still very difficult. Your friends will not understand why you do not have any time, but a supportive family goes a long way. I suggest ways to make studying more portable (i.e.: flash cards, condensed notes) to take with you on the go. I wish you the best of luck.

[Lola34]

Thanks Studentnurse85. I have decided not to work so I would have to only work on balancing family and school.

[helianthusdd]

Thanks Studentnurse85. I have decided not to work so I would have to only work on balancing family and school.

Thanks Studentnurse85. I have decided not to work so I would have to only work on balancing family and school.

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[ronniew]

I am a junior in my nursing program, and i have been working part time. I will tell you that it is very hard. You have essentially no free time and no one can help you out on this end. I would work only if you have to; i guess most people do these days. Even with having almost total schedule autonomy at my job it is still very difficult. Your friends will not understand why you do not have any time, but a supportive family goes a long way. I suggest ways to make studying more portable (i.e.: flash cards, condensed notes) to take with you on the go. I wish you the best of luck.

Thanks for telling this.

[amygarside]

While it is hard, it can be done. Ask for support from your family or friends when you need a hand. Find a mentor whom you can talk to and give you some advice about school and your career. You also need time management. Good luck!

[malenurse354]

This reply might already be late, however, just want to say that it's possible to work (paRT TIme, maybe hard if you'll go full time) while studying nursing. I have a friend who actually did this and I really admire her because even though she work, she still excelled academically!

[deborah09]

I think it depends on your ability to handle stress and your time management skills.I had both a fulltime job (cna) and a partime job (research asst) while i was in nursing school (ft).it can be done; but depends on you, the program, and the particulars of the job.