ADN or second degree BSN? What would you do?

[lebby1210]

Greetings to all! Here's my dilemma. What would you do? I have a bachelor's degree in business from 20 years ago, felt something was "missing," in the business field, and wanted to pursue something more in the area of human services. Psychology, nursing or social work, but finished the degree in business. I then went back to take the CNA class after I graduated with a B.S. Degree to see if nursing is where I really wanted to be. I have worked in nursing as a CNA also for 20 years. My experience includes home health care, LTC, and for the past 11 years, hospital nursing. I LOVE what I do! I have worked in critical care, OB, Med/Surg and Oncology in the hospital setting. I've been raising children for the past 27 years and now my youngest is 7. I am 3 years away from turning 50 and if I wait any longer, I won't pursue it. Here's my issue: Do I go back to school for the ADN which would cost about $5,000-$7,000 and take 2 years full time or 3 part-time, OR do I pursue a BSN that would take 3 years and cost $60,000 or another option is an accelerated, online BSN for $42,000. I really don't want to go so far in debt. If I were under 35, I maybe would, but not now at my age. Because I work in a hospital, I can see that the "trend" is for nurses to have their BSN, and many hospitals are highly encouraging it. Any thoughts....I'd appreciate it! Thank you for your responses. I have the greatest admiration and respect for nurses!

[Asystole RN]

Haven't met too many people who were able to get their ASN/ADN in two years without attending a private school. Three to four years is more the norm in public schools due to the pre-reqs.

Personally I would grab the BSN, public if you have the time, private if you have the cash.

A BSN and a BBA is a powerful thing.