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To specialize or not to specialize.

Hi all, I'm working on an acute care/oncology floor before transitioning to do my MSN and become a nurse practitioner. I am submatriculated into a women's health NP program at the same school where I did my BSN, but am beginning to think that FNP is the way to go.

I'm sure this question has been posed a million times before, but does one specialize or keep it broad so as to be marketable post-graduation? I'm struggling with following my dream and specializing in women's health, but also the realities of the job market suggest that "FNP only" is something seen semi-frequently while on the job hunt. Thoughts from ARNPs who are peds educated, women's health focused, etc, greatly appreciated!

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    In general with nursing I believe it is something we need to have passion for in order to be happy and excel at what we do. It is too difficult not to love it! That said of course we need to be able to work and only you can decide the current employment climate in your area. Ask local NPs their thoughts and experiences. This will be a good way to network and increase your contacts also. You could always do the more broad FNP if you feel that is necessary for more job opportunities and later add a post masters in a specialty. Good luck!

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    I've been seeing a lot of dual specializations lately. I think a dual NP Adult-Gero/Women's health NP would make you the most marketable.

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