I am new to this site, and in the process of considering an accelerated BSN program. I have a BA degree (in Theatre/Drama) as well as an M.Div (theology/pastoral ministry). I've been out of school for some time (BA 1998, M.Div. 2004), been a stay at home mom and currently serve part time as an ordained minister in a local congregation. My background includes 4 units of CPE in both a state psych. hospital and a one year full time residency in a large teaching hospital. For years I have considered going back to school for an MA in counseling, but recently I started to think that nursing may be a better option and allow for a wider breadth of opportunities wherever we may live, especially if I continue to seek further education/certification. My husband is also an ordained minister and is considering going back to school for Ph.D., so being able to support my family financially wherever we may land is imperative. I have noticed that some divinity schools are now offering dual M.Div./MSN programs, but I have yet to hear about the kind of work that those graduates are now doing. So, I guess my question is, for those who have been in the nursing field for some time, what kinds of interdisciplinary career options are out there? Aside from theological knowledge/sensitivity, how might my M.Div. be an asset and be used in conjunction with a nursing career? Would it be viewed as a valuable credential in any way? With neither of my degrees in the sciences, I will need to do some prerequisite coursework before I even begin a program. I don't want to take the plunge unless I am 100% certain that doing so will significantly broaden my career options. Thank you for your thoughtful feedback.
