Should I go to Nursing School?

[dudetheman]

I graduated with a bachelors degree in Biology. I got a job with this company through networking with friends/family and I do not see myself doing this for a career since I've always wanted to be in healthcare. I applied and was accepted to a Nursing program which will take me about 2.5 years to complete. I was ineligible for the accelerated program since I did not have all the pre-reqs. I've been applying for hospital jobs as an aide or secretary in different nursing units but haven't had any luck. Also I have seen that many RN jobs require at least 1-2 years of RN experience...which as a future grad I won't have. I am worried if i go into this field, I won't find work, as with my biology degree, it feels like I'm taking a risk since I'll be adding more debt to what I already have. Our Dean even told us their really is no real nursing shortage, since hospitals are cutting back and RN's aren't retiring due to the recession. My question is are job prospects getting better for new grad RN's since the recession hit in 2008? will it be better in 2014, when the new healthcare bill takes into effect. I did apply to Physician Assistant programs but I have only received rejections. I feel the job prospects in PA are better/ more secure field since their aren't many PA's in the workforce, but I would be happy working as an NP since they seem to have a bit more autonomy. Any of your personal experiences feel free to share. Thanks for any advice/info.