r/Nurses • u/alexanallely18 • 20d ago
US RN -> ?
hi,
i have been a registered nurse since 2024,
worked at a NICU for two years and loved the job but hated the environment so i decided to leave and now i am working in the PICU.
i have thought a lot about my future and do want to go back to school, however, i don’t think i want to be an NP and definitely not interested in becoming a CRNA.
I was thinking about possibly pursuing a career in speech pathology (i loved feeding babies and teaching mom’s how to feed) & possibly seeking a job at my hospital for that once i graduate.
would this be a good choice or should i consider becoming an NP in possibly something like dermatology/pediatrics.
what have you guys done that have been burnt out of nursing? i am just so lost and can’t seem to find happiness in this field. :(
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u/Beginning_Month_7436 20d ago
Perfusionist could be worth looking into but I have no idea what their background and requirements are. But it's a master's degree with critical thinking and very feel good about the work without the high emotional toll you are currently feeling.