OR or Critical care? Most/better options

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I need some career opinions. I am a RN, BSN looking to change from a physician office back into the hospitals for more options/flexibility. I can't decide on OR or critical care. There's a tech school nearby that will offer a RN periop program for around $3000.00 in May. I can't decide whether to take it or not or just go into critical care. Basically I'm looking for something interesting with plenty of options and a decent salary. I'm leaning towards relocating down the line and travel nursing has my attention as well. Please share some opinions as this decision is driving me crazy! I'm interested in OR nursing however I'm also interested in the ED. HELLLP!!!!!! Thank you in advance.

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I'd go with critical care. CC experience can follow into many fields (cath labs/special procedures, RR, ED) and may allow for an easier transition into OR. Just my 2 cents.

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I need some career opinions. I am a RN, BSN looking to change from a physician office back into the hospitals for more options/flexibility. I can't decide on OR or critical care. There's a tech school nearby that will offer a RN periop program for around $3000.00 in May. I can't decide whether to take it or not or just go into critical care. Basically I'm looking for something interesting with plenty of options and a decent salary. I'm leaning towards relocating down the line and travel nursing has my attention as well. Please share some opinions as this decision is driving me crazy! I'm interested in OR nursing however I'm also interested in the ED. HELLLP!!!!!! Thank you in advance.

If possible I would suggest shadowing in each area. This will give you a better idea what the job is REALLY like, and may help you to choose.

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