Im 41 and I really, really, really want to start my nursing training in a couple of years when both of my kids are at high school, but after reading the midwife thread on AIBU I'm worried about what I'm letting myself in for. I know nursing has never been an easy job, its thankless and underfunded, but is bullying common? Are patient lives being put at risk because of staff shortages? Do you ever regret being a nurse? Any insights are much appreciated!