In honor of National Nurses Month, we’re featuring some of AACN’s own staff nurses in this month’s blog. These esteemed nurses have years of experience in the field and valuable wisdom to pass on to the next generation of nurses. We asked each of them one question about their nursing journey.
Dr. Brigit Carter – Chief Access and Engagement Officer
What led you to your decision to become a nurse?
If you’ve decided to apply for nursing school, congratulations! Applying to nursing school is a big deal. This is an exciting step, but there is a lot to do in preparing your application, and the process may seem intimidating. The important thing right now is to pace yourself and to take on each part of the application one at a time.
Now that you’ve committed to applying to nursing school, follow these steps to stay on track and submit a successful application.
AACN is celebrating National Nurses Week with a two-day webinar event, Pathway to Purpose: Nursing School Admissions 101, on May 6 and May 12. This event will provide the opportunity for prospective and current applicants to hear from admissions representatives and current students. Join us to hear from the experts and receive guidance to help you prepare for nursing school!
Nursing is the nation's largest healthcare profession, with nearly 5 million RNs throughout the U.S. The field is continuously growing, with projections showing that many more nurses will be needed in the coming years to keep up with demand.