ADN VS BSN(Sorry for being a pester)

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Sorry for spamming the thread here.

But i wanted to make a separate thread about this.

I know BSN will get you further, but where i live in the area the community college has only a ADN program, and all the closet colleges around us are private and very expensive and don't offer nursing. We did have a 4 year public college that did BSN but they are currently getting rid of the program because of the lack of interest(WHICH SUXXXS!!)

So, i really don't want to leave my area and those are the only nursing programs here. Is it worth it for me to go to school in new york city and try to get my BSN? Or try to start a life on with a ADN?

What if i want to work in emergency room or ICU(i love excitement) can i do that on ADN?

And Looking for a job will i be denied because i have ADN?(i would assume my area is aware that the only BSN program is phasing out, and associates is the highest you can get, but because of this having a BSN would make me very marketable)

Any suggestions? I am not to fond of school(extra schooling) But i do what i have to do. i enjoy science so thats another reason i picked up nursing. But i also have plans to become a Physician Assistant later on down the road. Any advice? What would you do?

Anyone with a ADN how is the job market, and how are you treated? :)

*wall of text crits you for 9,000*

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Specializes in Pulmonary, MICU.

tl;dr. Jokes.

An ADN will suit you fine to start off, honestly. Go back and get your BSN later. I have a BSN, and went straight through to it...but it wasn't a hassle for me. In fact, it was more convenient for me to get my BSN vs. my ADN, basically for the same reasons you are having trouble getting your BSN. So yeah, get your ADN and then get your BSN later. It shouldn't hamper you.

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Specializes in Med-Surg.

A lot of people are in that situation. Where I lived, an ADN school was the only option.

ADN RNs enjoy a wide variety of entry level positions in all areas....ER, ICU, L&D.....everywhere.

In areas where there is only an ADN school, most of your peers are going to be ADNs and you'll be treated well, the your degree is rarely going to be a topic.

Relax, you can expect a wide variety of opportunties. However, in this economy where hospitals are scaling back, and existing nurses are working more, the market is tough in certain areas of the country for ADNs and BSNs alike. But the long-term market is still looking good.

When you're ready to go further in your education, and hopefully you will, there are many RN to BSN programs online that are NLN accredited.

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Specializes in Hospital Education Coordinator.

Get the ADN. You can get the BSN later, online, and maybe your employer will even help you pay for it. Once you are a nurse you will see whether or not the BSN is worth it to you. I say it is, but will certainly not guarantee an entry level job, so get in there and get started.

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Yes, you can work in ICU and ER with an ASN. You can work in just about any specialty with an ASN.

ASN and BSN graduates take the EXACT SAME licensing exam (NCLEX-RN) to become an RN.

If you encounter problems finding a job it is likely due to the job market and not your degree. Nurses from all programs are finding it hard to find a jobin many areas- especially new grads.

The ASN is an excellent choice if you want to work at bedside. However, if you have an interest in leadership, the BSN may be something you want to consider in the future.

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Everyone gave you great advice!

Well, since you don't want to move, you have to go the ADN route. You can definitely get your BSN later and hopefully with some assistance from your employer. Maybe even a MSN (with a RN to MSN degree). You never know!

Good luck to you!

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Specializes in ED.

I have an ADN and work in an ER. I havn't had any problems finding work, and actually ER's and ICU's are always needing people around here. Plus you can go and get your BSN later online and don't have to worry about relocating.

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RN to BSN degrees are a dime a dozen. Most are online. So you shouldn't have any trouble finding a program that suits you once you get your ADN and you won't have to move.

Can't imagine a BSN program in this day and age closing for lack of interest. I would ask if this was in the US but from your post it sounds like you're in NYS or someplace in that vicinity.

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Specializes in LTC.

Have you thought about an online program? I believe that Indiana State University has one.

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