>> You can use an N Channel FET if.......
 
> But is it worth the hassle ? 

Only you can say.
But, probably not.

> The implied question in my OP was whether FETs are generally
> superior to normal transistors in an application like this. Looking
> around the web the vast majority of high side drivers seem to be
> P-ch FETs

P FET is easy.
Transistor is harder to drive, higher drive circuit dissipation.
FET hasn't got bipolar's second breakdown problems.
FET often as cheap. A more "pleasant" solution if it suits your needs. 
I'd probably use a PFET.


        RM

 
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