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I was downsized at the age of 54 in 2008 after 13 years as a legal secretary/supervisor. Had a rough time finding another job and had to take a pay cut. Decided to go back to school for nursing. I had about one years of credits so year it was like starting over. Did prereqs part time/worked full time. It was rough when I started nursing school which I had to attend full time and worked part time. Graduated with an associates in nursing in 2015, age 60, passed boards and started working in a hospital in 2015. It was very rough the first 6 months but I liked it. It got better over the next year and I became more comfortable and I loved it. Stayed 4 years and switched to home health care which I really loved the 1:1 ratio. I had planned to work to age 70 or possibly longer but a back injury and surgery pretty much ended that and I retired at 68. All in all I really enjoyed it and it worked out pretty well for me probably because I was older while in school, had more life experience and was always interested in medicine and had a done a lot of research on different illnesses and conditions of family members. I think anyone can make a change or even start over at any age.
I most definitely just did and Im happy to see so many other people did too. I was a medical receptionist then became a MA just to not get a job, to being in a coma (be careful who you call “friend”) to having to learn how tI walk and talk again to becoming and DSP and I just completed EMT school and passed the NREMT. I start my new job next week and I’m in my early 40’s. Still want to do nursing school but I want to do what I just learned. My motto is “as long as your living, its NEVER too late to change your mind and careers . I’m super nervous but this is what I signed up for.
Yessss!! A few times. I actually went back to college in my early thirties for early childhood education. I ran a preschool for nearly 10 years. Then I jumped ship and worked with insurance/ durable medical equipment for a bit. Which led me to a non medical home care administrative assistant position. Next week I'm moving to another home care company but they also have medical! I'm moving into a scheduling coordinator role. Each time I've moved has come with a pay increase. This current move I will have less than half my previous responsibilities but better money and benefits. Don't think of it as starting over. You're simply applying your skills to another area and developing new skills! You might be feeling some burn out right now and probably will feel more energized when you finally take that leap. You got this!!
I just look at my job as a means to my life. It doesn't fully define me. We grow and change as humans, so sometimes it's needed that our jobs evolve with us.
I changed from bedside Nicu nurse 30 years to pediatric home care 2 years to nursing clinical instructor. The transition was challenging, but attainable. I had an excellent mentor. I love instructing nursing students now after 41+ years as an RN working in hospitals. You can do it! You're never too old and its never too late to make a change!
Hello there. Well, I'm taking up mental health NP. So much to learn but it will be worth it. Think of what it is that you want to do and if you would enjoy doing g that? You can always fall back on your old skill. Give a t ry if you have the time..
I went back to school to become an LPN at 40years old and do not regret it at all. I am 67now and still working so honestly I have spent most of my working life in my career as an LPN working with at risk youth. Yes I did start at the bottom, but being older nobody knows that you are new unless you tell them. Go for it. Also as a side note I sell Real Estate. I let my license lapse when I went to nursing school in my 40s and recently started selling Real Estate again part time. I really see a difference in the confidence people put in my because I am older. So both careers have gotten better with age and maturity level. Good Luck to you.
I bounced between childcare and social services for about 20 years. I got tired of the constant budget crises at my non-profit employer due to Springfield politics. I decided at 42 to go to grad school and become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. My classmates were the same age as my kids!! I have been helping families with autism for the last 10 years and I love it. Not a fan of dealing with the insurance companies though. I am now branching out to supporting teachers in the public school with behavioral concerns in the classroom. I'm also considering offering behavioral content online either to colleagues in my field or the general public dealing with common concerns. I'm still looking for the job I would want to retire out of but learning and having fun with clients in in the meantime.
I honestly am thinking of a switch myself but still trying to find my niche. I have been an LPn since 2017 and I am burnt out. I wish I could find a work from home job but it's honestly not easy due to all the scams they have out there. I was thinking of just getting certified in phlebotomy just to get an extra boost on my LPN but other than that I really do not know what to do with myself or what to go to school for. It's frustrating cuz my brain is hitting a blockage but I do not want to work at my job anymore amd do not know which way to turn. Im going to be 39 and I feel like life is flying by.
I also was an LPN before I made the switch to to Clinical Systems Analyst.
.You're already halfway to switching because you work in healthcare and have that as a familiar background. Nurses switching careers to something else is a hot property at present. Think Quality Assurance and check with HR about any openings internally to see if you can transition away from patient facing positions.
I went back to school at age 44 to become a Mental Health Counselor. I'm now 53 and have my own private practice. It's a long road, but the time is going to pass anyway. It was also worth every penny of the student loan debt. Somehow we find the energy. Middle age is successful if we seek growth and walk away from stagnation. You can do it! (:
I was a banker for Chase for a long time, then in my 40s became a personal trainer. Now at 54 Ive been working as a health and wellness coach/personal trainer but having trouble finding more work so I've been looking for the last couple of years with 0 success.
Without money to invest in school, and AI blocking everything I can't find any work.
This is a great question. I am 54 yrs old. I have been a medical assistant for 30yrs. Just recently received my MBA in business administration and BA in Marketing so different from medical assistanting. It has been difficult but I am staying positive and faithful that someone will give me an opportunity to start a new career.
I worked in IT for 30 years and went back to school for nursing at age 50 best decision I ever made. Now six years later my previous experience makes me more valuable. If you think you need a change you are probably right
I went frobeing a Durable Medical Equipment technician for a hospice company to starting Respiratory Therapist school at 58yo. I graduated 3 months after turning 60. It was a great experience, and I wish I had done it 30 years ago.
Not sure what you define as midlife but I changed from a Manager in data analytics making 6 figures to an entry level mental health therapist at 34. I chose to not work in a full-time salaried position, but if I had, I would likely be making around $65,000. It’s been somewhat humbling to start over in a new field, and I miss the stability of a higher income with benefits but I’m much happier emotionally and have way lower stress levels.
I did a big career change in my 50s. First year or so was extremely tough but worth it.
Yes, change jobs after 30 years as a RN. If it feels right to make a career change then do it. Don't let the power of fear stop and paralyzed you. Live life as it offers more than money and titles.
Went from police officer to social worker so I could actually help people. It wasn’t the easiest decision, as I’d worked my entire life to become a cop in my area, which has extremely strict requirements. It wasn’t the easiest road either, but I’m so happy that I made the change!
I did it. Worked for over 25 years in the banking industry and decided to switch to the healthcare field, what a wonderful and rewarding experience! Kudos to you!
Yes. My original career was medical technology in a clinical lab and then health care management. I went back to nursing school at age 45 after 3 years of taking pre-requisites while working full time. I got my RN and then continued on to my masters while working part time as a RN. A few years later I graduated as a family nurse practitione. It was hard, but it was the best decision I ever made. My only regret was that I didn’t do it sooner.
I have worked many different careers and feel that it’s a good way of learning new things and keeping you learning new skills
Didn't change careers, but trying to take a step down from a higher level management job to a lower stress staff job was very difficult. People kept questioning why I would want to step down, implying there was some issue or something wrong with me. Or they wanted to say I was overqualified. Let me ask, do you want to hire underqualified people?
Currently a Licensed Massage Therapist, have been for about 13 years or so. Going back to school in May to get my BS/MS in a degree in Tech. I'm starting from scratch, basically, so yeah its a little scary but keeping up with AI and technology changes in the world seems like the best "go"
Thank you for responding! I’ve also been looking into WGU as I’ve heard great things about the programs and the flexibility. Hope you accomplish your goals :)
I started as a dental assistant. Left after 11yrs. Got the most random job as an administrative assistant at a construction company. It was fun. I honestly felt like I barely worked some days. Started working for an insurance company. Now I'm back in school for health information management. Hoping to get a hospital job to finish off with a pension. I'm pushing 40 btw
Perfect timing. You might consider dental hygiene AAS