Do you think I would be better off starting the ADN program as a generic student?

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Here is my situation: I have been a SAHM now for the past 6 years. I graduated from the LVN program in 1997 and worked in various healthcare settings. Last fall, I decided to go back to school to finish my pre-reqs for the ADN program. I have been accepted to the LVN-RN transition program for Fall 2011. I am just wondering for those of you that have been through the transition program, do you think I will have a difficult time b/c I have not been working as a LVN in a few years. Do you think I would be better off starting the ADN program as a generic student? Very confused and nervous at this point!! Any suggestions for me would be greatly appreciated!!

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Specializes in Peds and PICU.

I wasn't an LPN, but my RN class had 2 LPN entry students. They started in our 2nd of 5 semesters. The only thing they bypassed was 1 semester of basic nursing stuff. I don't know if your program will be similar but, if it is, I think your history as an LVN will definitely give you what you need to be successful.

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Specializes in Mental Health, Medical Research, Periop.

I think you will be fine. I did the LPN to RN transition course and hadnt worked in anything but Psych for like 4 years and I did great and you will too. CONGRATS on your acceptance.

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Specializes in Med surg, LTC, Administration.

So many people are trying to get into a bridge program. You would not have been accepted, if there was a thought, you could not do it. So, relax and enjoy! Congrats!

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

I do not see the point of adding an extra year onto your schooling when your LVN license will enable you to skip that first year. Time is money. Don't allow your fear of failure to cause you to waste more precious time. Do the LVN-to-RN transition. Do NOT do the generic ADN program because you have more clinical knowledge and experience than you realize. You just don't know it yet.

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Thank you all for the responses and helping put my mind at ease! :)

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I had a similar thought as you. I thought maybe it would be better to start as a "new" RN student opposed to the LPN to RN. Thing is, you hae to send your transcripts in..ALL your schooling transcripts, they will see you are an LPN and most likely consider you for the RN program.

Like Commuter said, why waste a year of classes (1st yr nursing ones I'm speaking of) when you can save yourself time AND a TON of money?!

Also, like most places the RN programs here are VERY competitive. Its much easier to get into the 2nd yr of nursing school than the 1st. By the 2nd year there are seats that were previously filled but are now empty d/t the people failing out and/or dropping out. Much easier to get in the 2nd yr than the first :)

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I don't see where you would be gaining anything, particularly since you worked as an LVN, even though it was some time ago.

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Specializes in Addiction, Psych, Geri, Hospice, MedSurg.

Just in case you needed further confirmation ;) I agree with everyone. First, if you passed all your exams (TEAS) and were accepted, then you are well qualified and ready. And, not working a few years, you don't "forget" your career. You may be a little rusty on procedures, but you will catch up quick. That is what the bridge class for LPNs allows for.

Congrats! I will be starting the transition course the end of this month, and RN school in the fall... I will be a graduate this time next year. I've only worked in an addiction clinic the last 6 years. The only "skill" I do is start and hang IVs every day... so, I need the practice too. I plan on being the student who JUMPS UP and says -ME- when they ask for a volunteer to do something new :)

Have fun. I love learning my passion... I love being a nurse... new phase!

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After your first semester, check back and tell us what your experience was and advice to others in the same situation.

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do not go as a generic student..you have been throufgh the first year of nursing school as an LPN already...jump straight to the second year ...

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Specializes in Pediatrics, ICU, ED.

I just bridged this past semester and have to tell you that I had ZERO LVN work work experience and passed my classes. The transition from LVN to RN isn't smooth but, you learn as you go. Good luck!

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