optimal RN job for FNP student

[jensfbay, BSN, DNP]

I am an RN with 2 years of tele and 7 years of trauma ICU experience. I will be starting school to be an FNP. It seems that ER would be a good work environment for a future NP; however, I do not have an ER experience. Although I am interested I working ER, it's just that some hospitals who do train experienced RNs to transition to ED require that we work full time.

Do I just continue to work ICU part time/per diem while in FNP school full time? Do I try to pursue ED? Also, I have 2 children: 7 year old and 4 year old.

[djmatte, ADN, MSN, RN, NP]

Stick with what you're doing. The last thing you need during np school is to simultaneously learn a new job. ICU provides ample opportunity to practice your physical exams and access to a broad range of medical conditions.