Online Masters in Nursing Degree Career Options

·         Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

·         Clinical Nurse Educator

·         Clinical Nurse Leader

·         Hematology Nurse

·         HIV/AIDS Nurse

·         Legal Nurse Consultant

·         Managed Care Nurse

·         Nurse Administrator

·         Nurse Researcher

·         Occupational Health Nurse

·         Pain Management Nurse

The most prolific positions for nurses with their Online Masters in Nursing degree are with Magnet hospitals. Magnet designation requires any nurses in management positions have their MSN, or be working toward masters in nursing degree. Many other health care organizations such as home care and hospice, are also  looking for MSN prepared nurse leaders. The challenges of nursing leadership provide a never ending supply of potential rewarding experiences.  For those who love people,  and thrive on change, nursing leadership is a very good career option.

For those who are interested in teaching, the best way to gain much requested experience is to begin with clinical adjunct teaching positions. These positions are also begging for candidates, esp. in nursing specialties such as maternal/child health, community health and mental health areas. The advantages of nursing education in the clinical area is that you remain “hands on” with patient care. Two options for clinical nurse educators are proprietary schools who have faculty working year round, and traditional universities where faculty typically work 9 months of the year.

Whichever path you choose, it is a very good idea to meet with someone who has the job you think you may want and ask them about the things they like, and the things they do not care for regarding their job.  this way you can at least have a sense of what you are taking on with whatever job you decide to pursue with your Masters in nursing degree.

Dr. Maggie