need your help! As an undocumented nursing student

Hello everyone!

My ultimate goal is to become a nurse! However, as an undocumented immigrant student, I face several challenges. I'm currently studying for my BSN under The Dreamers Scholarship and have just completed my first year of college. One major issue I've encountered is the difficulty of finding work. I've been cleaning houses as a side hustle, but since graduating, my income has been minimal. I've realized that working in the healthcare field without citizenship will be challenging.

I've explored getting certification in phlebotomy or as a CNA. Although I can obtain these certifications, I wouldn't be able to work legally. Additionally, once I earn my BSN, I won't be able to take the NCLEX exam or work in clinics or hospitals without a Social Security Number.

One option I've considered is independent contracting, where I could work for myself as a home health CNA using my ITIN number. Another plan I've been contemplating is getting my PMU certification to work independently in the aesthetician field. This would allow me to earn an income while working toward my BSN and eventually start legally offering aesthetic injections through my business.

Both of these options might require me to take a gap year from college to continue working. Alternatively, I could continue my studies and hope to figure everything out after graduation, though this would leave me under pressure without a stable income or experience in my field for the next 3-4 years.

All my options involve significant risks, and I'm struggling to decide the best path to secure a stable job while continuing my education. If anyone has any information or advice please I hope this reaches out to you!

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