BS in Bio, but wants to become RN.

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In May, I will be graduating with a BS in Biology. However, I would like to become an RN with a BSN and possibly later an MSN for leadership positions. The catch is, I have over 12 years of related job experience from private patient care of children to managing group homes for the mentally disabled. I just do not have the proper credentials yet. I have the option of applying to ADN program that gives you the RN license from the State Board exam upon completion. What do you all think would be the best course of action? I am confused on what to do next. Also, how much do RNs make? Does the pay differ with males and females? Or is it based on job performance and experience?

Thank you all for your input. :)

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Specializes in Critical Care, Capacity/Bed Management.

I encourage you to apply to an Accelerated BSN program for people who already have a BA/BS degree. RN pay ranges from state to state and should not differ from male to female but we all know that is not true... RN pay again varies from employer to employer, some cap at a certain wage/salary, some use an hourly pay, some are salaried. I encourage you to do some research before making the leap. Best of Luck

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Specializes in LTC, Psych, Hospice.

Why don't use do an accelerated BSN program? You already have the BS. Pay is dependent on your location.

BTW, I worked in a group home w/ DD Adults while I was in LPN school. I loved it. Good luck in you education.

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Specializes in Emergency, Case Management, Informatics.

As others have said, an Accelerated BSN is your best bet. It will take the same amount of time to do the Accelerated BSN as it will for the ADN, possibly less.

RN pay varies widely based on your location. Pay does not vary between males and females, but males do tend to have an advantage in the hiring process because they are still a minority in nursing, and units can always use more lifting assistance ;)

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Depending on what state you're in you can do an accelerated MSN program too. I also have a BS in Biology and I just got accepted into an EL (entry level) MSN, RN, CNL (clinical nurse leadership role).

Sorry, I can't answer your other questions...

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