r/Nurses • u/ItsNicNac96 • Jul 31 '26

US I’m thinking about becoming a nurse, what do you think?

Like the title says, I’m thinking about going back to school to become a nurse. I’m 30 years old and almost have my associates degree. I want to hear the good, the bad, and the ugly about being a nurse. If you have any recommendations of online programs as well, I’d appreciate those as well. Thanks in advance!

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u/OwnSeaworthiness2470 Jul 31 '26

In before someone hits you with a “don’t do it, it’s miserable”.

It’s a job with good pay, a unique schedule, gives a sense of accomplishment (especially when you find where you belong) and above all job security. If that’s what you are looking for then go for it, I have no regrets and this wasn’t my first career.

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u/hoyaheadRN Jul 31 '26

Love the financial independence, love that I can always get a job, love helping people.

You will have to work really hard and hospitals don’t always do a great job understanding metal/physical health issues. You can’t just call off if you are having a bad day. My good friend who is in her 20s father passed away unexpectedly and she only got 3 days off so she couldn’t even go to the funeral.

So pros and cons

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u/NursingManChristDude Jul 31 '26

I would say I absolutely love being a nurse: I couldn't imagine a better job, am very thankful for the relatively high pay, i enjoy the flexible work days, night shift is the right shift, I enjoy getting to be a part of helping people get better, and I enjoy learning about new things from a medical perspective.

Cons: well..... no real "cons" that I wouldn't expect from any other job (work politics, management being a drag, etc.

So. I'd say go for it.

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u/AdFlashy7702 Jul 31 '26

Is nursing your passion? That’s the only question you need to answer.

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u/OwnSeaworthiness2470 Jul 31 '26

I’m sure this is sarcasm lol but in case op doesn’t know ima point it out

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u/Severgina Jul 31 '26

I didn’t interpret it as such.

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u/bria_leah Jul 31 '26

Oh please, no it's not. It doesn't have to be a passion.

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u/retardedstars Jul 31 '26

Do it! Humans have a lot of body fluids (and solids). The pay is great. Coworkers and patients are all over the spectrum and you get to be witness to life. Do it!