Rachel D

Thanks for all the input everyone. Just trying to get an idea of what's possible without getting sucked physically and emotionally dry and still have time for life and people. I love nursing, but it's not the only important thing :). Anyways, I'm going to save as much upfront as I can and then work to keep some food on my table.

I know many people have to work full time while doing NP school, but if you had the luxury of cutting back on hours what would you recommend? Can you do 32 hours a week while doing didactic work? When clinicals start, what is the most you would recommend to work (and still have a life and some downtime)? I can make it financially on 20 hours a week or a little less, and would just prefer to not have every second filled while doing clinicals, etc and have time for other things too.

I am considering online NP schools and on the fence between FNP and PNP and St. Louis online NP school has both. I was wondering if anyone is using them and what their opinion of St. Louis online NP program is? Also, is it possible to get an FNP and then get a PNP post master's certificate? I prefer pediatrics as that is all my experience, but having the knowledge of women/family health would really be good to have as well (and be more hireable). Thoughts would be great!