Should I continue with my MSN-FNP courses while doing Full Time Case Management work?

Published Aug 2, 2017

21 Posts

Specializes in RN, BSN, PHN, CCM, CMCN, PAHM, MSHS.

Hi everyone. I need an advice and opinion regarding my situation. I am currently an RN Case Manager for an insurance company and works from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm M-F. I love this job however I wanted to pursue my Masters in FNP. I am currently an online student and have enjoyed my Research and Health Policy classes so far while doing my Full Time job. My problem is when it will come to clinicals. I know that there are barely any clinics that will precept on a weekend basis or after 5:00 pm here in my area. I love my job so much that I cannot bear to leave or go per-diem/part-time and this job generates my main income as I am the main breadwinner for me and my family. I was thinking of shifting to another MSN track which is MSN in Case Management. There aren't much MSN Case Management nurses I know of, and a lot of my supervisors and managers have CCM certification. So I am in the middle of thideciding whether to pursue another MSN track or stay in my MSN FNP courses and would appreciate any opinion you may have. Thank you.