Marcyb291

Thanks for your replies. It gives me alot to think about. I know that nursing would give me more opportunities in terms of jobs, but I also see alot of SLP jobs in SNF's and on a contractual basis. I'm having a hard time deciding between these 2 as it seems that SLP provides a better quality of life (less stress, shorter hours, more time with family), but with nursing there will always be employment.

Hi everyone!! I wanted to get some inside information from nurses regarding your career and career choice. I have a Bachelors degree in social work and started a MSW program. After the first few weeks I knew that I didn't want to pursue this anymore. My husband joined the military and I will be moving with him, therefore, I would like a career that is portable wherever we go. Two careers that I am interested in are Nursing and SLP. I have already taken 1 semester of SLP prerequisites as it was not my undergrad degree, however, I would still need 3 years to complete the entire degree. With nursing I would have to take the prerequisite science courses and then TRY to get into an Accelerated BSN program (I hear they are VERY tough to get into). I became interested in the medical field when I was a Medical Disability Examiner for the state. I love helping people and know that no matter what I do, it will be in a helping profession. In your experience, are you happy that you became an RN? Does anyone work with SLP's and know about their job satisfaction? Everyone warns me how stressul nursing is, however, coming from social work I feel I would be well prepared for the stress. Does anyone know if there is a salary difference between the 2 careers? Also, does nursing allow you to spend time with your family? A little about me...I am 26, married and have no children. Will be moving to Monterey, CA for the next year with husband then to I don't know where! Thank you in advance for your replies.