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Needing career advice–

Hi everyone! I’ve been following this group for 3-4 years now. Just wanted to get some opinions on possible career moves/options.

I have a BSN, worked in nursing for 9 years, the last 3 years in leadership roles (nurse manager).

I have an MBA as well that I completed prior to the management role.

In 2018, I left my full time nursing job to start a small family owned restaurant with my father. He owns them. I was responsible for all aspects of setting up, permits, hiring staff, finding vendors, payroll, and day to day management of it.

Two years later, we opened a second one and two years later we opened a third location.

During that time, I kept my nursing license and only worked PRN while doing the business full time.

A couple of years ago, I moved away and now I’m only responsible for payroll and other administrative tasks that I can do remotely. At some point, I will walk away from it entirely.

I started working back full time in nursing (staff nurse in the operating room). The nursing job pays really well (100k/yr) with good benefits.

I just find myself bored with it. It sounds bad to say “bored.” I just know I can do more and be more challenged at work.

I thought about project management, but I’m unsure on how to get in to the field. Do I need certifications like PMP? What are some other certifications?

Has anyone else been down a similar road?

Thanks for any input.

[Maranda]

Same here. I’m a PT at a hospital. Also have started doing real estate on the side but hasn’t replaced work income. I’m “bored” as well, ha ha. Let me know what you find out!

[David]

No real help, but it sounds like you’ve got a good number of skills that could apply to different roles.

[Sarah]

I can’t help you. But you sound as though you have a fabulous personality. You are smart, energetic, and take pressure in stride, all winning traits for success. I’m sure you’ll find a career you enjoy. In terms of FIRE, just save, save save and invest in the VTSAX.

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