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Nov 03, 2009 12:02 PM

Should I even get my ADN?


I've been an LVN for 7 years and have had many great job opportunities in areas I couldn't imagine, but I've always dreamed of being an RN/BSN. I am currently preparing to apply to an accelerated ADN program and have been checking out different jobs at different websites. Really not much to choose from other than home health.

I want more responsiblities and more pay.Also I'm older and have a kid ready for college soon so the pressure is on!! Am I being realistic in thinking that my past working experience can help me out!! I don't want to spend all this money for an ADN and not be marketable. And will an ADN assist my chances for a BSN??!! TIA!!

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from cheertt2
Old Nov 03, 2009, 12:26 PM

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You should go for your BSN. It seems like you have so much experience and a BSN would top it off
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from SuesquatchRN
Old Nov 03, 2009, 12:32 PM

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Go for it. If for nothing other than realizing your dream.

As a fomer LPN I can tell you that the RN opens a lot of doors, and ups the repsect level tremendously. More than it should, but I like it.
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from PurpleLVN
Old Nov 03, 2009, 01:33 PM

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Thanks cheertt and SuesquatchRN-I guess I needed some encouraging nudges.!! Yes, I forgot R-E-S-P-E-C-T-That's what I want!!!
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from SuesquatchRN
Old Nov 03, 2009, 01:45 PM

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R e s p e c t find out what it means to me!
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from Aymese
Old Nov 03, 2009, 03:40 PM

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Of course your past work experience will be beneficial to you! You should definitely go for your BSN. Eventually ADN programs will be phased out. Good luck!
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from caliotter3
Old Nov 03, 2009, 03:45 PM

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The people in my BSN program who were already RNs were treated with "more" equality. I think if you have a BSN program available to you, you should strive to complete that program. It will preclude you from having to go back and waste more money and time to get the BSN degree in the future.
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from Moogie
Old Nov 03, 2009, 04:40 PM

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Definitely go for the BSN if you can swing it financially. You already have nursing experience and you have a definite goal in mind. You KNOW you want your BSN eventually, so why not do it now?

The ONLY advantage I see to an ADN is that there are bridge programs for LPN/LVNs to ADNs and ADNs to BSNs or MSNs. There don't seem to be as many LPN/LVN to BSN programs right now.
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from Jules A
Old Nov 03, 2009, 04:45 PM

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I don't know...I got my ADN first so I could immediately get the RN pay increase. It was significant and yet I'm only going to be getting $1 an hour raise when I finish my BSN. Actually the only reason I'm getting my BSN is to have something finished on the pathway to my NP. Definitely get your RN though no matter which way you decide to go!!
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from nurturing_angel
Old Nov 03, 2009, 06:27 PM

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LPN's have my r-e-s-p-e-c-t. But I understand the desire to push on with your education. I fully expect to get my Masters in Nursing Education.
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