Nursing after MBA?

[Juliawood1]

I am seriously thinking about going back to nursing school. I have an economics B.A. and an MBA, and I've had a few years of experience in the corporate world. My jobs have not been satisfying. I want to help people, and learn more at the same time. My mom always wanted me to go into nursing but I was young and dumb and didn't think I would ever do it. Now that I see what kind of job stability is out there for nurses and how rewarding their job can be, I want to do it. I am only 25, but I still feel like I might have missed the boat.

Also, how do you pay to live during nursing school? 2 years without an income seems impossible to me! Loans? How did you all do it?

Thanks!

[VolunteerCPR]

If you already have a lot of debt, seriously consider that when choosing which programs to apply to. I wouldn't do an accelerated program that costs an arm and a leg. Also, you should get your CNA first just to find out if you like it, it is a big shock at first. Me personally, I also had a prior degree and I am going the community college route and working 1/2 time in an office for $25 an hour, but also seeking a CNA position at the same time for experience and will pick up those shifts on the weekend. It is very doable to work a part time job and go to school to avoid too much debt.

[VolunteerCPR]

Also, there is NOT job stability for nurses, it is very hard to find a job, and many hospitals are closing. In the city I live (large, urban), 2 large hospitals have already closed in the last few years b/c of budget cuts, Medicaid not paying bills, etc...

[anonymousstudent]

MBA + RN = very high earning potential. I know you want to help people, that's great. People who understand the practice of medicine and have the knowledge to run an organization have a fabulous skill set.