Mental Health NP vs Emergency NP (FNP/ACNP)

[srleslie]

I am debating on choosing which one of these paths to take. I plan on enrolling in a nurse practitioner program for the fall. I cannot see myself working in a regular clinic 5 days a week. I love acute care and like being able to get my work done in 3 shifts a week. I am concerned about the job market for acute care NP's, however. I also LOVE mental health. I know that psych NP's have more autonomy. I've heard they can make more money and "write your own ticket" according to someone. Is this true? What's the job market like for NP's right now? Are there good opportunities for locums tennens if I wanted to travel? Thanks.