FNP school

rnkaytee · Jun 10, 2015

Obviously I can't tell you what to do, only share my experience. I have two small children (7 and almost 5) but they're in school most days. I don't know how I could have done it with a 2-month old! Once you start clinicals it's pretty much go-go-go and I know my brain is just returning to normal after having kids (some days I don't even know!). I absolutely think you can do it with a small baby, the logistics may be harder though.

As far as part-time, I'm sure you can find employment part-time. I work Per Diem right now and am loving that. I'm choosing to work full-time after my MSN is done because I feel that I need the experience as a new NNP.

Dranger · Jun 11, 2015

Part-time as a new NP is probably bad idea all around. I would wait till you can fully commit.

allnurses Guide · Jun 12, 2015

Hello,
I am considering going back to school to become a FNP. However, I have a 2 month old at home and I work part time as an ER nurse right now. I am considering the spring 2015 program which is about 2 years or so doing part time studies. Just wondering what everybody's opinions are on this... Not sure if I should wait or just do it. Also, if I do complete the program, I'm not sure I would want to work full time. Are part time FNP positions hard to find and would it even be worth it? Thanks in advance.

It impossible to tell you if it is "worth it" because its such a personal thing; if you are unsure then that probably means you should wait a little while longer and figure it out. Spend some time shadowing local NPs and see if you could see yourself in the role. If you want to be in the role then it will be worth if for you in the long run.

There are part-time jobs out there for NPs, but they are less common than full-time gigs, and some employers may be hesitant to hire a novice NP as part-time but others will at least consider it. I have several colleagues that work part-time and have done well.

Best of luck.