ADN to BSN

THE DISCUSSION ON THIS HAS BEEN BEAT TO DEATH. YOU NEED TO DECIDE FOR YOURSELF WHAT IS BEST FOR YOU!

There are several other posts on this topic. You may want to find them and check them out.

I think that it is well worth the time and effort if you are wanting to branch out into other areas of nursing. For example, many case management jobs would prefer that the applicants have a BSN (this is the case in my institution, I can't say anything for the others). Also, if you aspire for management type roles, a bachelors degree may be preferred. I started out as an ADN and now have a BSN, and I have found that I now have many more employment opportunities. It's a very personal decision that only you can make. Good luck. Both degrees provide the training needed to be a nurse.

Really depends on what you want to do with your nursing career. There is so much you can do with an ADN, like work in a hospital, home health, long term care, etc. and make very good money.

As was said, if your inclined towards teaching, public health, management and administration, the BSN is definately worth it.

I say go for it if you're able. Good luck!

If you want to advance in your field, you need a BSN to go on to your MSN if you want to be a NP, PA, etc...or to teach. Good luck!!

Originally posted by jma_myangels

THE DISCUSSION ON THIS HAS BEEN BEAT TO DEATH. YOU NEED TO DECIDE FOR YOURSELF WHAT IS BEST FOR YOU!

Oy! Why are so many ppl on this board YELLING latley!! Cap=yelling..

I don't see this as a BSN vs ADN debate...I say go for it. I'm getting my ADN right now and plan on getting my BSN when I'm finished (I'll let a hospital pay for it) Besides, you'll never know when you need the BSN in the future!

Originally posted by ratchet41

Do you recommend getting a BSN or remaining an ADN is it worth the time and effort or not?

I am so tossed between whether or not to get a BSN. I just don't know what the benefit is, or if there will be one. I wish someone would tell me what to do. I know that sounds weak, but I just can't seem to get any good advice. I suppose if the hospital re-imburses me, and if I can do it indpendently on line, in my own time frame. I'm thinking Excelsior RN-BSN. Any opinions would sure be appreciated.

onemind...it is a tough decision and one not to be taken lightly. you need to take into account your life and where you are headed. i was 45 when i went back to get a nursing degree and i bounced back and forth the adn -- bsn thing and decided to go the extra year and get my bsn. i already had some schooling that was credited to my degree so it worked out for me.

if you want to continue your education, most states require a bsn degree. good luck on your future in nursing...

i have also heard many good things about excelsior... i had a christian college close to me i could attend and it worked out better.

Go to the General Nursing Discussions, there is a thread on there about nursing career info May be helpful :)

You would do well to finish your BSN. It is a VERY good idea.

I just started working on my BSN through Regis University in Denver. It is an online format which works well with my schedule. I am a second career RN who already has a B.A., but went for the ADN first because it made more sense financially. I decided going back for my BSN was right for me now because I want to have more options available and I love learning. Another bonus for me is that my employer is paying for my school now.

Good luck in your decision.

Roberta

The benifit for getting your BSN is ultimatley a personal one. I think just for personal growth and advancement is great. To be an effective, skillful, knowledgable RN , you must always continue your education. Whether is obtaining another degree or going to seminars on a topic of your choice. With the ever so changing of healthcare and technology, one must keep up with it.

If you plan on staying at the bedside for the rest of your career, than ADN is good for that. Remember, ADN nurses where initated as "technical " nurses. ADN's have excellent skills and are wonderful nurses as is BSN's.

So do what's best for you. Good Luck!:roll :roll