There were many factors that influenced my decision to pursue nursing. My life became a perfect storm, and when this storm cleared it was time for a change. I got my associate degree in accounting almost 20 years ago and then worked in finance. Helping people from behind a keyboard wasn't enough anymore. Then my brother passed away in 2002 from a tumor in his brain stem. My sister passed away from complications of Influenza B in 2017. Then, my oldest son passed away in 2018 at 24 years old. He struggled with addiction and mental health. He never got treatment and self-medicated. I became a nurse for my brother, sister, and son. It goes way beyond that now. I am a nurse for anyone who needs it. Furthermore, I am a patient advocate and I'm proud to wear that badge. My new purpose is to be the best nurse that I can be.
I'm 48 years old, and when I was 46 years old I started the LPN program at Hondros College of Nursing. I'm an older student and want as many years as possible working as a nurse. I plan to work well into my 70s if I can. I liked the fact that I could become an RN in just over 2 years. Hondros was also on the approved list of nursing colleges for the ProMedica Diversity Scholarship, of which I am a recipient. Seemed like a no-brainer to me.
To those considering nursing, be prepared to commit. The way I see it, it's a short-term sacrifice for a long-term gain.
Erica Moser is a student in the Associate Degree in Nursing Program at our Maumee campus.
On [DATE], American Public University System combined with Rasmussen University and Hondros College of Nursing to form a single higher education institution. American Public University System (System) now includes American Public University, American Military University, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI). We are continuing to update our website to reflect our new structure.