I want to become an NP but which specialty?

[joshindfw]

I am still taking my prereq's for nursing school, but I have thought about my long term goals for nursing and I really want to become an NP, I was thinking either ACNP or CRNP or FNP. I know there is a gap of pay difference in between the two, any suggestions.

Here is what I would like to do and maybe you can give me some insight.

I am always picturing myself in the surgery room with the doc as he performs his procedures and being right there helping out, and also I picture myself taking care of critically ill patients.

On the other hand I have a strong facination in pharmacology. The only problem with me is that I am not the best at math

Now I know what each specialty basically is for, but I am also wanting more of a patient care based position as well. Down the road I would like to become and DNP, but that is a good way down the road from right now. Any advice on what I should do as far as education?

Here are my plans right now and if you suggest otherwise feel free to do so.

Right now I am getting my Associates in Nursing, then to BSN then to MSN then to DNP?

What do you think I appeciate all feedback, and I am not trying to be nosey, just could someone let me know if you get paid salary or hourly? and an estimate on how much per year.

I also want you to know I am not only into it for the money, but I want to make sure I choose the correct path that will truley make me happy. Thank you

[traumaRUs, MSN, APRN]

At this point, you don't need to make a decision as you might change your mind. When you get your RN, I would opt for a position in the OR where you can see how things are done. I always advise people to get a broad experience base so that you can make a good decision for your grad studies. Good luck.