DNP to BSN

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Hello everyone,

I am enrolled in a DNP program in anesthesia. I was accepted with a Bachelor in Economics and Business Administration and an Associate Degree in Nursing. My question is, once I finish and obtain the DNP, does it make any sense to go back and obtain a BSN?

I understand it's a lower level of education, but I've heard stories of people with an MSN obtained after an Associate Degree in Nursing, that were required to go back to school and get a BSN to hold/obtain certain positions... It sounds crazy, that someone with a higher level of education might be asked to go back and "fill" a skipped step, but I heard it's happened.

Anyone with useful insights on the matter?

Thanks

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If you are in a CRNA program, there is no reason to go back and get a bachelors degree in nursing.

Your DNP will suit you quit well in obtaining a job.

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I understand your point. But my question is: if I will ever decide to go into teaching or management, will I be required to have a BSN despite having a DNP?

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The DNP trumps a BSN. I have never heard of anyone being turned down for a job that requires a BSN when they hold a HIGHER nursing degree.

That you've heard "stories" sounds very specious - those stories don't sound accurate.

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