5. Working Towards a Doctorate Degree – If you truly want to become one of the best in the field of nursing, you will need to study towards a doctorate degree and achieve your Ph.D. This is possible if you already hold a MSN degree. All nurses have to be committed to their continuous professional education. This does not necessarily mean that all of them have to study towards a Ph.D., but most choose to obtain a doctorate degree, eventually. By holding a MSN degree, you are one step closer towards that goal. Once you hold a Ph.D., you will be a true expert in your field, and you will be able to do important research or teach at the university level, going above and beyond the mentoring role you could otherwise occupy.