Chances to land a first job as FNP at age 55?

[Svit, BSN, LPN, RN]

Hi there. Need a smart people's opinion on the subject. I am 1 51 y.o. RN, who is about to graduate with BSN. I would like to hear from you all, the pros and cons of my question. If I proceed and get my FNP, I will be probably around 54-55 y.o. 

What chances do I have to land my first job? 

What to expect in my first job? Schedule, pay, etc.

Please help me to think about it and make a decision. 

About myself: LPN (since 2015)-RN (since 2019). Experience: Nursing home (LPN), Rehab. hospital (LPN), home health( LPN-RN), Neuro ICU (RN), Post anesthesia care unit in outpatient surgery (RN). 

[traumaRUs, MSN, APRN]

How long do you plan to work? How much more will you be earning as an NP versus RN? I would certainly consider the cost of the program too in order to factor in the viability of this....  If you plan to work till 70 or so, I say go for it. However, if you plan to retire at 65, maybe not so much. 

I will say that many NP positions are much less physical strain/stress on the body vs floor nursing so working until you are older is certainly doable. Nursing is a second career for me also - I was an LPN from ages 34-36, ADN 36-46, APRN 46-63 and still going strong. Much easier physically to continue working....best wishes with your decision

[Samisami]

One of the girls in my class was 57. Don't let your age stop you. Are you smart, motivated, and inspired? I say go for it. At 57 you will bring so much life experience with you. ? Do It!