? about employers and furthering education

nursemike, ASN, RN · Aug 25, 2004

Hi all, I am getting pretty ahead of myself with this question, but I have been thinking and I definitely want to pursue a BSN after I get my adn. Since I already have a BS it shouldn't take long at all.
My question is, how does this work when you are working??? do you work full time ??? Is the employer usually supportive ?? I don't want anyone to pay my tuition I would just like a supportive environment. Is there such a thing as working for say 25 hrs per week when you are getting your bsn ??
Thanks !

The hospital I work for has been wonderfully supportive of my education. Of course, this is partly their way of "recruiting" a nurse, but they seem equally accommodating of those going RN-BSN. Even with partial tuition reimbursement, it's probably one of the cheapest ways to recruit/retain staff. Of course, it doesn't hurt that my manager likes me, and I do try to be as flexible as I can to meet her partway. Until I actually started the nursing program, I scheduled classes around work. Now that I pretty much have to schedule work around classes, I do what I can to make it easier--which isn't much, but just that I care probably helps a little.

I am sure there are lots of institutions who can see how workforce development is in their best interests, too. I do hear that some managers aren't as helpful as mine, but I've heard a few student/employees on my unit get pretty irate when their every demand isn't instantly met, too.

I can't imagine you'll have too much trouble finding an employer who will work with you, especially if you are willing to work with them.

TexasPoodleMix · Aug 25, 2004

Thanks, Mike !