Published Dec 7, 2007
walk6miles
308 Posts
I wonder if I could get some career advice. I am thinking that with my tenuous health my days of critical care are numbered. I am thinking I have at least 5 good years left on my legs.... then, I could be a Case Manager (I am thinking in several different settings in my current facility).
Anyone out there have any career path suggestions? I would appreciate your help. I have an ADN and an AA but quit pursuing my BSN when my scheduled work time seemed to fall on my class nights (long story).
Thanks.
jlcole45
474 Posts
How many years do you plan on working as a nurse (in some capacity) before retirement? If it's say more then 10 then I would re think the BSN thing and get a different job if necessary to finish it. It's nice to have the degree for the middle management nurse jobs or for state/federal jobs (many require a BSN).
I worked as a nurse manager and even though I didn't do direct patient care - I ran my butt off. My position was on the weekends covering the whole house so I went everywhere - scanning charts for lengths of stay, discharging planning, talking to patients, etc... I did not sit at a desk. So be sure you have a good understanding of the duties.
Why wait 5 years? As soon as a position opens, put in an application.
traumaRUs, MSN, APRN
88 Articles; 21,268 Posts
My advice: go to an RN to MSN program and be done with it. The MSN will give you more options than a BSN ever would.