Justinenix

Hi! I am approaching the time to apply to NP school and I'm struggling to decide between FNP vs ACNP track. I have no interest in doing primary care, but I am potentially interested in working at an outpatient oncology clinic, particularly a larger research based facility like Dana Farber. I am afraid of choosing FNP and then being locked into outpatient roles, since I've heard hospitals are starting to only hire ACNPs inpatient. I guess my main question is - Is there any detriment in doing the acute care route? Would an outpatient clinic prefer a FNP? Thanks in advanced for any feedback!

Thank you so much for your response! This was very helpful and makes me more excited to specialize!

I have always wanted to specialize in oncology and have aspirations to be a oncology specialized NP. I've fallen into a cardiac track in my career thus far, with 1.5 years on a tele floor and now 1 year in cardiac/thoracic surgery step down. I know cardiac knowledge is valuable but I'm eager to get into onc, especially because an onc NP needs onc RN experience. My question is- should I try to move to an oncology inpatient floor? Or is it possible to go to an outpatient cancer clinic and gain enough experience from infusion nursing to move toward NP? Also, any input on working with oncology NPs inpatient or outpatient would be appreciated! I have an idea of what midlevels do in a surgical setting but I'd love to hear about oncology NPs scope and practice.

I am graduating from an accelerated BSN program in December and I'm hoping to move to Boston. Does anyone know of programs for new nurses that start in the winter? I've only seen residencies that begin in the fall. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! :)