brialynn

So, I have so many questions about becoming a NP. I want to do it so BAD. I am just kind of a nervous nelly about schooling. I do have a child and am wondering how rigorous NP school is. I know they will probably makes it a DNP before I get there but if some of you guys who have went through it can explain to me what it was like, clinicals, classes, what kind of classes you had to take and what were the clinicals like, hours, homework ANYTHING. I just want to make sure I can do it with a baby. I doubt myself in this aspect because it is something I want so bad but am nervous I wont be able to acheive it and waste money going to school to try to do so. This may sound silly and honestly I am not even an RN yet but I'm a CNA and I always come to this site for info. I cannot be an RN forever, Ive been a CNA for to long and my body already hurts, I am tired of getting hit, spit and yelled at. I love helping people and making them smile but I cant wipe butt forever. I want something more out of my career. Nursing for awhile then NP. I want to go to graduate school. Anyone with Babies here help a girl out? Money wise- time wise- worth it and how hard was it? Also, another concern is, what are some of your hours like as an NP, im nervous I will become an NP and sacrifice all my family time. I dont want that. I know i will have to sacrifice some but I dont want to live a doctor lifestyle whhere I dont spend time with my kids. Also, how nervewracking is being an NP in reality. I love action, but I want to know from an NP how fast pace it is, or what its like daily. Job descriptions and things you can do as an NP. THANKS EVERYONE