Ph.D. in Nursing

[closetnerd]

I am considering nursing as a second career and thinking of getting a Ph.D in nursing (you get an RN after the first year of the program). I am hoping to get a teaching position or a research position. What's the job market like for those with a Ph.D in Nursing? Because this is a second career, it is important for me to get into a career that ensures a good chance of an employment. I'd appreciate any information on this!:bowingpur

[birdgardner]

Here is a local firm that "conducts policy research and surveys in healthcare, education, welfare, employment, nutrition, and early childhood." and hires nurse researchers with PhDs. No clue what they pay, but they're in an expensive area to live.

http://www.mathematica-mpr.com/

[BBFRN, BSN, PhD]

Thanks for posting that, Birdgardner- I see they offer Summer fellowships in health policy research...very cool.