ADN to BSN or MSN

suppaduppaCNA · Jun 13, 2013

Hi,

I am not a RN yet. I'm just a fellow student. I don't think anybody here can tell you what your next step is. That is for you to decide... no one can tell you what to do! You may want to reformulate your question and ask the RNs what have been their experiences as of going from RN to BSN or RN to MSN. My suggestion would be to check with the NP schools you are interested in and know their admission requirements, asked them what is their typical candidates profile...etc. Whatever you do, just keep in mind that a BSN is very important in our field.

Good Luck!!:)

Tinker88 · Jun 13, 2013

I'm not an RN, but I can share with you my plans. I am currently working on my BSNA. After I graduate I want to work a few years in the hospital setting to gain experience, figure out the specialty I like, and meet other professionals. Then I will advance in my education. I want to be certain before I jump in. I am already a licensed teacher, so I may want to get my masters in nursing education. You never know though; I may want to become a FNP. I have no idea, so that's why I am waiting. Any more advice out there for her?

Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN · Jun 13, 2013

Welcome to AN! The largest online nursing community!

I moved your post to pre-NP inquiry since that is your goal for best response.

JIMMYP1224 · Jul 10, 2013

I also graduate in dec 2013 and was wondering if anyone has heard anything about mcphs adn to np program?

PNW~NP · Jul 20, 2013

The best suggestion I can give you is to get experience as an RN, especially, if you plan to go from RN to MSN as an NP. You will want at least a year or two of experience. I have been an RN for 11 years and will be starting an RN to MSN program in the Fall. It will only benefit you in the long run to have a few years worth of acute care nursing under your belt. Good luck to you in whatever path you choose :)