ADN to MSN suggestions?

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I am currently in an online RN-BSN program, but looking for one that I can switch to that would lead me in MSN? Any suggestions?? Thought it might be faster to enroll into one of the "streamlined" RN to MSN programs, rather than complete entire BSN, then MSN....

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Specializes in MS, Tele, CM, Informatics.

Check out walden university online. I'm looking at the MSN*Nursing informatics total cost with books and all about 27k.

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What type of MSN specialty do you want? Some of the online RN-MSN programs only offer non-clinical MSN degrees (education, administration, etc).

If you are looking for a NP, CNS, CNM, or CRNA focus, then the RN-BSN then MSN might be a better option for you. While there are RN-MSNs that prepare for advanced practice roles, these tend not to be online programs.

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I noticed that as I am looking at the different schools and programs. I am leaning more toward a more "clinical" MSN, like CNS or NP, but definitely want to stay hands-on care as opposed to teaching or mgmt. I thought that since I'm pretty certain I want to go on, tht I might save some time and money by just finding a RN-MSN program. I am looking at UAB and USI, but the thought of requesting transcripts, what they might accept in transfer, etc. is making me put it off! I have to do something, my next class starts in a few weeks at my current RN-BSN program, and really do not want to take classes that I may not have to.....

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