Lpn To Bsn / Or Rn To Bsn

Jul 04, 2007 09:46 PM

by JoAnnD

Hi.
This might be a dumb question:
Why would you go from LPN to BSN? Why not go from LPN to RN to BSN.

I'm real new, so please be easy on me.

Really don't know the answer.

**TheCommuter** · Jul 04, 2007, 10:23 PM

Re: Lpn To Bsn / Or Rn To Bsn

Many people prefer to do the LPN-to-BSN route, because it totally eliminates the added step of going from LPN-to-RN, then RN-to-BSN.

For instance, if you do the LPN-to-BSN plan, it is only a two-step track (one step to earn the LPN license and another step to earn the BSN).

However, doing the LPN-to-RN route, and then completing the BSN is a three-step track (one step to earn the LPN license, another step to earn the RN license, then a third step to earn the BSN degree). This way seems more time-consuming to me, but it is often necessary to stairstep your way up the ladder of educational attainment. And, stairstepping frequently consumes time.

JoAnnD · Jul 05, 2007, 05:50 AM

Re: Lpn To Bsn / Or Rn To Bsn

Originally Posted by TheCommuter

Many people prefer to do the LPN-to-BSN route, because it totally eliminates the added step of going from LPN-to-RN, then RN-to-BSN.

For instance, if you do the LPN-to-BSN plan, it is only a two-step track (one step to earn the LPN license and another step to earn the BSN).

However, doing the LPN-to-RN route, and then completing the BSN is a three-step track (one step to earn the LPN license, another step to earn the RN license, then a third step to earn the BSN degree). This way seems more time-consuming to me, but it is often necessary to stairstep your way up the ladder of educational attainment. And, stairstepping frequently consumes time.

Ok.... but you are still a LPN? Getting LPN pay but with a BSN?

Isn't always the best route to be a RN? Guess that is more what I'm asking. Then another thing, hospital near me will not hire a LPN. That is why I was thinking after LPN program I would go to the local college and go for the LPN to RN program.

I know I have a lot to learn. I do thank you for all information.

JoAnn

Sensoria17 · Jul 05, 2007, 08:45 AM

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Once you have your BSN, you are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam. It might be worthwhile to just get your BSN if you plan on going into management or advanced practice, such as a nurse practitioner.

*txspadequeenRN* · Jul 05, 2007, 10:20 AM

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I think you are confused as to the different levels of nursing.

LPN/LVN- certificate or some schools offer associate degrees.
ADN- associate degree in Nursing - RN
BSN Bachelor of Science in Nursing -RN

If you obtain a ADN/ BSN you take the NCLEX- RN then you are a RN if you are a LVN/LPN then you are taking the NCLEX-PN

A LVN- Licensed Vocational Nurse- in Texas and CA
A LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse- every other state
Both are the exact same thing.

There are lots of hospitals that are hiring LPN's However if you want mobility go get your RN. There are lots of transition programs out there for LPN- RN but if I were you and it was possible financially I would just go get my BSN.

Hope this helps.

Originally Posted by JoAnnD

Ok.... but you are still a LPN? Getting LPN pay but with a BSN?

Isn't always the best route to be a RN? Guess that is more what I'm asking. Then another thing, hospital near me will not hire a LPN. That is why I was thinking after LPN program I would go to the local college and go for the LPN to RN program.

I know I have a lot to learn. I do thank you for all information.

JoAnn

xNursePinkx2b · Jul 05, 2007, 02:21 PM

Re: Lpn To Bsn / Or Rn To Bsn

ASN and BSN are both RN's. LPN's don't have a degree

s1ingram · Jul 05, 2007, 02:31 PM

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I am an LPN in PA with 3 classes to go before I can test to go into the second year ADN Program to do my one year of clinicals....then sit for the NCLEX-RN....this would be quicker for me personally and I would be able to get RN pay as I work on my BSN, if I want to go on....
My question is: how many more credits will I need to go from RN to BSN?
Thanks....

I wish we had an LPN to RN/BSN Forum....anyone know how to start one?

Sensoria17 · Jul 05, 2007, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Susan103161

I am an LPN in PA with 3 classes to go before I can test to go into the second year ADN Program to do my one year of clinicals....then sit for the NCLEX-RN....this would be quicker for me personally and I would be able to get RN pay as I work on my BSN, if I want to go on....
My question is: how many more credits will I need to go from RN to BSN?
Thanks....

I wish we had an LPN to RN/BSN Forum....anyone know how to start one?

There is one. It's under Students Forums at the top of the page.

**TheCommuter** · Jul 05, 2007, 04:19 PM

Re: Lpn To Bsn / Or Rn To Bsn

Originally Posted by xNursePinkx

ASN and BSN are both RN's. LPN's don't have a degree

Your abovementioned statement is not fully accurate, since many community colleges and state universities offer the associates degree in practical nursing (LPN). I have included the link to one such program in North Dakota. In other words, numerous LPNs possess degrees.

http://www.dsu.nodak.edu/Catalog/nursing_majors.htm#as

**TheCommuter** · Jul 05, 2007, 04:46 PM

Re: Lpn To Bsn / Or Rn To Bsn

Originally Posted by JoAnnD

Ok.... but you are still a LPN? Getting LPN pay but with a BSN?

Let me start from the beginning, so as to eliminate all confusion.

Once a person completes an LPN program, they take the NCLEX-PN national examination to obtain licensure as a licensed practical nurse (LPN). After they pass the NCLEX-PN and receive their LPN license, they can legally work as an LPN.

A few years down the line, let's suppose that the LPN would like to earn a BSN. Once the LPN earns the BSN degree, they become eligible to take the NCLEX-RN national exam. Once they pass the NCLEX-RN, they are now an RN with a BSN degree.

There are three different entry points that will result in the RN licensure. The first is a 3-year diploma program (diploma RN). The second is an associates degree program (RN-ADN). The third is the bachelor of science degree (RN-BSN).

I hope my further explanation made things clearer.

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