Would you give up a great federal job to pursue a nursing degree

[Divalish918]

I currently work in the federal sector for a year now. I understand nursing school is difficult especially working full time. I am stuck on what to do , because honestly, I love my job! I just don't find it to be financially satisfying and of course I've always wanted to be a nurse, just had many factors get in the way. I just a bit afraid because I feel comfortable where I am employed, but I have a child to support, a place to maintain, as well as many debts. So quitting my job and living of loans or whatever means to get by is a bit scary to me. I could delay nursing school and do an evening program, and get reimbursed by my employer, but I would have to wait a year or more to start a program vs. starting this year. Please advise on what you think is the best course of action. Has anyone ever been in this situation? Please share. Thanks in advance!

[gere7404, BSN, RN]

What federal entity do you work for and what is your OPM job classification?

[Horseshoe, BSN, RN]

I currently work in the federal sector for a year now. I understand nursing school is difficult especially working full time. I am stuck on what to do , because honestly, I love my job! I just don't find it to be financially satisfying and of course I've always wanted to be a nurse, just had many factors get in the way. I just a bit afraid because I feel comfortable where I am employed, but I have a child to support, a place to maintain, as well as many debts. So quitting my job and living of loans or whatever means to get by is a bit scary to me. I could delay nursing school and do an evening program, and get reimbursed by my employer, but I would have to wait a year or more to start a program vs. starting this year. Please advise on what you think is the best course of action. Has anyone ever been in this situation? Please share. Thanks in advance!

I would definitely wait until you can get reimbursed vs. taking out loans. It's surprising to me that given your circumstances, taking out loans vs. waiting for a relatively short period of time is even being considered.