prior BS + ADN = BSN????

[AsEpSiS]

Hi y'all! I'm a ADN student in Dallas Tx with a few questions

I have a previous BS degree in Human Biology/Health promotion double major earned in 2005. I've worked (currently still do) for an organ procurement organization as a first assistant in surgery and a transplant organ preservationist for the last 3.5 years. In addition, I've worked as a tissue recovery tech for a tissue bank, phleb at blood bank and a pharmacy tech. I feel as though I have a good deal of clinical experience and science background compared to most of my classmates. I'm sure my previous degree and work experience helps. (Please don't take this as bragging...I really don't have a big head)

I'm currently in an ADN program. Does anyone think my prior experience will help with getting a job? From what I've heard, many places aren't hiring ADNs....but I have a prior BS and gobs of experience....I'm confused and concerned. I do plan on doing a BSN bridge, but do you think I'd get hired as an ADN?

Thanks

[Nienna Celebrindal]

Also I agree with pp about an RN residency. Those are very helpful.

[MissMeeks]

I'm in the same boat-BS in Healthcare Admin working on an ADN. Paying cash for my program because financial aid is not an option. In my area (Nashville/South KY) ADN RN's don't seem to have difficulty securing a job (my research tells me BSN's and ADN's struggle equally). I even spoke with a hospital recruiter who told me she doesn't even look at the degree-she looks for a license and any prior experience and goes from there. I don't think you will have a terribly difficult time. Maybe you would consider relocating or driving further to a more rural area? Good luck to us both!

[windsurfer8, BSN, RN]

If you do not have a BSN then you do not have a BSN. As far as getting hired..go do the legwork and talk with hospital where you want to work and ASK them if they are hiring ADN hew grad nurses. "Globs" of experience in whatever means nothing if they are not hiring ADN nurses.