I have been an RN for ~3 years now in multiple specialties, and just applied to a PMHNP MSN program. I've always found that I love psych, although I'm not currently working in that. I actually got so exhausted with nursing that I went back to bartending two days a week, and work as an RN at an infusion center 2 days a week. I love both of my jobs right now, have a great life balance...I'm still young so having a lot of fun in my current lifestyle.
For economic and lifestyle purposes, the PMHNP route makes sense to me. I've always been fascinated with psych, and of course, the salary and lifestyle will be a huge step up for me if this happened. However, the idea of school and not being 100% sure I want to do this is a bit scary. Anyone regret their decision to do this? I've found that most PMHNPs are incredibly happy with their decision. I'm really a "work to live" person in general, so I've never been set on "finding" my perfect career or anything. More or less something that pulls good income, allows me to have a life, and be OK with going to work each day (I will personally never "love" going to work!). Any feedback is appreciated!
