Hi, I see this post was in 2007. I am 47 and a new grad RN (Kudos to you doing it at 50!). I have interviewed for a med surg position, and a position as a circulating nurse in the OR.. I am very intrigued by the OR position, and the hospital does provide a 9-12 month orientation/preceptorship. I too am trying to weigh the pros and cons, and was curious as to whether you took the OR job, and if so, are you glad you did? Any feedback (from anyone) would be helpful. Thanks!