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Thanks to all of you!!! This is such wonderful information!! My husband and I have discussed just taking the time to review the various avenues that nursing can take one's career. The only reason that I was not wanting to wait is because I am so fearful that I will not go back. It took me almost ten years to go back to get my BSN after saying for years that I would NEVER wait that long....you know how it goes...LOL! Anyway, thank you to everyone...all of this input is so extremely helpful! :loveya:

Thank you, HouTx! I had thought of sticking with "workplace education" before. I didn't mention that I have been a registered nurse that worked in the surgical department for the last ten years. I just recently switched to community nursing as a case manager which provides a totally different environment. I totally agree with what you said...the only concern of mine were getting back into the poor hours and call requirements that hospitals so often require. As I said, I guess I am just trying to find my niche...thank you for all of this wonderful input!!!! Also...I had looked into a MSN program for CNS/Nurse Educator but wasn't sure about what this entailed either...

Thank you so much for your response...it's so hard to figure it out....I had thought maybe I should go the NP route and get possibly teach with that degree or Just go with the education altogether from the get go....just not sure of stability is all...

I have about two weeks left and I will be finished with my BSN. I want to continue and pursue my MSN but am unsure at this point about which specialty would be best. I have went back and forth between education, nurse practitioner, or nurse administration. When I first went to continue my education for my BSN, my goal was to go into education. However, I have tried to research every angle to see what would be the best options as far as job outlook, salary, etc. I am just torn on what to do. I thought I would ask here for any suggestions...thanks!