NP's and career flexibility?

[cherryames31]

So I've been thinking a lot about going for my NP. My 4 years of experience is all in pediatrics so I'm leaning toward PNP, although FNP is definitely a possibility. I've never done primary care before, all my experience has been acute care/intensive care, so I'm not sure yet what to think of it. I love to be challenged (I loved the ICU environment) and know that I might get bored if I did the exact same thing everyday. HOWEVER, I really do want a life outside of my job and hope to have a family someday...so along those lines, I need a career that might allow me flexibility in hours, no on-call, etc.

I'm looking at a school that does a duel certification PNP in acute and primary care. But for me, flexibility is key. Maybe I should just pick one?

Can anyone speak to what it's like...primary vs. acute...when it comes to flexibility in job hours, being able to move if necessary, time outside of work, family life, etc?

Thanks :)

[gbarrera2]

I'd like to know the answer to your question as well. I applied for a CNL Masters program but am contemplating switching over to a NP track. I'd like to know a little bit more about work schedules, opportunities, and salaries?