Is it too late?

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I had a pivotal birthday this year - 59 y/o. I've been an RN for 40 yrs and still don't know what I want to do when I grow up. I've spent most of my career in critical care nursing. Although, I've gone down some different paths - some that were questionable in my career but wouldn't trade any of it. Nursing is the best thing I could have ever done. Anyway my question is "Is it to late to get my Masters in Nursing - specializing in Nursing Education"? I'm planning on starting school in Jan of 2021. I've always been an educator of some type in my jobs - preceptor, trainer, patient educator, etc. Love teaching. I work at a teaching institution and really hope I can find my retirement job there. Any suggestions or advice are appreciated! 

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No, it is not too late.  I am 61 and finishing my second term of an MSN in education.  Check out Western Governors University.  
Regards and best wishes.

 

 

 

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Specializes in Critical Care; Cardiac; Professional Development.

Definitely not too late, though you will want to weigh out the cost versus how soon you want to actually retire. Either way, I hope you find happiness!

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Hi NurseSMS

I won't be able to retire anytime soon. Actually, I'm in no hurry and if I don 't ever retire that's fine. That was one of the reasons I decided to go after my Masters. I have a lot of things going on where I am doing for my family and haven't done anything for myself in a very long time. It's my turn now!

Thanks!

TNnursejane

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Specializes in NICU, ICU, PICU, Academia.

Started my MSN at 56 and DNP at 60. No plans to retire anytime soon. 

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Just now, meanmaryjean said:

Started my MSN at 56 and DNP at 60. No plans to retire anytime soon. 

I love it meanmaryjean! Thanks for the encouragement!

TNnursejane

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