Interested in entering your world

I am an RN working as a research coordinator in a clinic setting at a large hospital (where I've been for the past 5 years since graduating from nursing school). I always wanted to work in research, particularly the area that I am currently in, however, lately I've been thinking it may be time for a change. My grandma recently lost her battle with lung cancer. She moved in with my parents right around the time of diagnosis (a few months ago) and was under the care of a hospice team. Her team consisted of angels on earth and helped out my family in more ways than one. I am so grateful for all they did for my family the past few months. They have inspired me to possibly make a change in my life. I have grown frustrated with my work environment and think it may be time to explore a different path. I have always felt one of my strengths is my ability to connect with my patients and their families. I want to help others as my grandmother's hospice nurse and her team helped my family. I am aware part of all this might be influenced by my grief at this time and don't want to make any sudden changes right now; however, I do feel this may be the place for me and want to explore my options. After reading several entries in this forum, I feel inspired. This line of work is a true calling for those who are in it and I feel excited when I read your posts! I see both the benefits and drawbacks to hospice nursing and all of it just reaffirms my desire to pursue this. I am nervous though, as I haven't performed a lot of the procedures that one would need to be familiar with in order to do that kind of nursing. It is far different from the kind of work I have been doing the past five years. Any advice/suggestions you have for me would be greatly appreciated as I explore this avenue some more! I also plan to get in touch with my grandma's hospice nurse and talk to her about my options and the work she does. Thanks for "listening"! :redbeathe