[ktconroy]

Hi there...I'm new to the site. I recently graduated an RN program. I'm going to work as a nurse in a Med-Surg capacity right now. My passion in life is def. exercise and fitness. I'm wondering if anyone knows a position that would incorporate my medical background with my fitness and exercise passion? I wouldn't mind going back to school to get certified in anything regarding nutrition or fitness. I'm aware that some HMO's such as Kaiser Permanente are finally starting to realize the importance of preventative medicine and are, thus, covering programs with "wellness coaches" (who are cert. Dieticians, trainers, nutritionists, nurses, etc.) to help people make lifestyle changes that will lead to better health. They focus on things like controlling BP, diabetes, HTN, smoking cessation, weight loss, etc. I'm interested in something like this. I'm wondering if anyone has any experience in this area at all? I would like to maintain a career in the healthcare field, but would be interested in something like this. Cardiac rehab is interesting to me, but I really want to work with people BEFORE they have serious health repercussions. I want to work with people who WANT to change. Any info/thoughts are GREATLY appreciated!