As many of you may recall, Niksdad —once a professional Mechanical Engineer licensed in three different states —has gone back to school for nursing. Not just any ol’ nursing, no sir not for him. He wants to be a pediatric nurse anesthetist.
In spite of the fact that he’s already earned multiple degrees, Niksdad had to re-take some courses in order to qualify for the nursing program he is in. He has been in school for two years now —maintaining a 4.0 average, too, if I may brag for a moment —and has finished all but one of the requirements for his LPN (licensed practical nurse); the final hurdle is this exam.
He takes it tomorrow at 7:30 a.m. (Eastern).
He’s been studying like crazy for the past couple of weeks. I know he’ll do great; he never trusts his own knowledge and brilliance. Please think good thoughts for Niksdad to pass his exam tomorrow. Once he passes that test he can start working as a nurse! (Goodbye, Home Depot!)
Of course, I won’t even start to think about the extra year to complete his RN, the year he has to work after that, the additional Bachelors degree (BSN) he must get, followed by the Masters in Nursing he needs to then enter his chosen field.
There are lots of steps and stops along the way. But this one? It’s a biggie —and I’m so proud of him.
Best of luck tomorrow, Niksdad!
Good luck, Niksdad! This is so exciting for all of you.
Oh wow! I’m sending lots of good luck wishes to Niksdad.
oh my gosh, you two are amazing, both of you…
i give you both perfect scores.
i know he will ace it.
Praying hard for you guys! GO NIKSDAD!!!!
Ah yes…the NCLEX. No nurse EVER wants to re-take that test! Sending you oode les of positive vibes, Niksdad!
When I took the NCLEX-RN 7 years ago (and I four-pointed nursing school, too), the computer shut-off after 75 questions (the minimum quantity for the computer to determine pass/fail). I walked out to my car and sobbed for 20 minutes before I could even put my key in the ignition. I would have no idea whether I passed or failed until they mailed my results (now you can check online in 48 hrs). I was awash with so many emotions: relief, confusion, happiness and fear. It was the end of one chapter and the beginning of another.
I passed the test. And so will Niksdad. He’ll make a great nurse and the opportunities are endless!
Congrats!
Best of luck…although luck will have nothing to do with it!
I’ll be thinking of you guys!
May you pass with flying colors!
wow! Good luck!!! I used to work for a medical publisher, and now freelance for that publisher. I’ve never had to study *those* questions, but I’ve worked on enough review projects where they haunt me….
All the very best. Hope all his hard work pays off!
Oh my gosh- I have goosbumps!! I am so excited for you both. And so impressed with people who follow their heart. I am inspired. It’s almost 9 am now, so I’m sure he’s wrapping up his final few correct answers. Saying a prayer right now.
*bites nails* Will he get the results as soon as he’s finished? On tenterhooks for him and you!
I saw this too late to send up any prayers. I’m sure he did great and can’t wait to hear the results! Go Niksdad!
Go, Niksdad!
Re-tooling yourself is always difficult (I’ve done it a few times myself), but also always worth it in the end.
I know you’ll do fine.
Joe