Does there seem to be more NP supply then demand?

[lostNneuro]

I have been a nurse for about 8 years and will finish my BSN this year. I would really like to continue towards my masters and would love to go the ARNP route. New nurses around my area (Louisville, Ky) seem to be having trouble landing jobs and am wondering if NP's are having the same trouble? I could be completely off base, but it almost seems as if there may be more NP's then the demanded need. I was wondering your experiences regarding job opportunities?

My dream job would be getting back into 3/12's or a 4/10's work week but other then acute care in the hospitals, didn't know if this was a far fetched wish. I'm trying to get as much information I can get before starting such a big commitment! Any insight you could share would be great. TIA!

[xInspiredx]

Well there always seems to be a demand for NP's at clinics. There's always that option if you can't find one at a hospital.

[traumaRUs, MSN, APRN]

Good question. I think it is market-dependent. In my area (central IL), there are several schools that have MSN programs so our area employers can pick and choose. Its not always easy getting the job you want. You will probably be able to get A JOB but just that it might not be your dream job.

You might want to talk with some of your local APNs to get their take on the employment situation.

Good luck with your decision.

[Christen, ANP]

Agreed, it's very market-dependent.What you find in Georgia can be pretty different from what's going on in Ill! I'd try talking to any local NP associations, any NPs you know, and searching the job postings that are available.

[linearthinker, DNP, RN]

Check your area. There are non jobs to speak of where I live, but good prospects in another part of the state.

[foxyhill21]

In texas, at my job they are giving N.P 10,000 sign on bonus and paying some of there student loans back.