mbruhn

Hello! I completely understand your eagerness to move on and grow in the nursing world. I am like you in that way! I started in a Neuro-Trauma ICU as a New Grad (people told me not to), and began my Masters degree within my first year of nursing (people told me not to). I just couldn't wait the suggested two or three years. I graduate next month with my Masters Degree in Nursing Informatics and couldn't be happier with my decision. Some of those I graduated with are unhappy, burnt out in positions they hate, or too scared to branch out. I agree with Murse901 that it would be important to gain more clinical experience. I personally think the ICU is a great place, but I might be biased. If you're a fast learner, which it seems like you are, you'd probably enjoy it! You learn an incredible amount in the ICU in a short amount of time. Then you could find a hospital that might have an Informatics Nurse position that you could shadow to see how you like it. There are opportunities to do Clinical Trial Analytics as well, but again, it would be best to have more longevity to aid you in that area, as it can be quite autonomous. Anyway, best of luck to you. You will find your way - don't let anyone tell you what is right for you. We all have our own journey to take!