do employers look down upon those who earned their bsn online?

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I was wondering if employers hire those who earn their bachelor's degree online? I was looking at University of Texas Arlington BSN online program( I didnt even know online bsn exist) and I was thinking about applying even though I live in TN. Have any of you ever earned your bsn online? Did an employer( hospital, clinic, major corporation, etc) view you differently? Any advice would be greatly appreciated

Specializes in Tele,PACU,ICU,CCU,ER,Home Care.

No clinical. They figure that we are RN's, already have done clinical, are taking care of patients, so no clinical necessary. There is the Capstone Course which is the last course completed, which you will need a "mentor" to sign off on. Can be done in your current practice/setting. Course description - Synthesis of theories and concepts for professional nursing practice. Focuses on evolution and transition of professional nursing practice in diverse settings within a context of emerging societal issues and trends. The student will pick one of three areas (management, clinical or education) of interest for concentrated study.

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In my own opinion, There's nothing wrong if you graduated the course online rather than be in school. Everything still depends on how you apply what you have learned and if you have enough knowledge and experiences being a nurse. Also, try to research online for more ideas. :)

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No clinical. They figure that we are RN's, already have done clinical, are taking care of patients, so no clinical necessary. There is the Capstone Course which is the last course completed, which you will need a "mentor" to sign off on. Can be done in your current practice/setting. Course description - Synthesis of theories and concepts for professional nursing practice. Focuses on evolution and transition of professional nursing practice in diverse settings within a context of emerging societal issues and trends. The student will pick one of three areas (management, clinical or education) of interest for concentrated study.
oh... I meant the Academic Partnership BSN program at UT-Arlington. I should of clarified myself. i'm currently pursing my bachelor's in community and publich health with a minor in mental health services. the academic partnership bsn program is for second degree students from what I read. i still thank you for the valued info. I have been told by many if you want to work in Texas you need to have some tie to the state. is this true?
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It makes sense that a person who wants to work in TX should have ties in TX. Makes for connections during the interview.

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All RN-BSN programs are online based here in Arizona no matter which University you choose.

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Oh God I hope not! I was informed by my boss that I needed a BSN before she would even consider me for a Nursing position in the ICU. All I have is an Associates Degree in Nursing. I passed my boards for an RN back in March and I'm still working as a Nurses Aide! Can you believe that load of crap!!!!! I just signed up with the University of Phoenix RN-BSN prorgram.

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Specializes in Tele,PACU,ICU,CCU,ER,Home Care.
Oh God I hope not! I was informed by my boss that I needed a BSN before she would even consider me for a Nursing position in the ICU. All I have is an Associates Degree in Nursing. I passed my boards for an RN back in March and I'm still working as a Nurses Aide! Can you believe that load of crap!!!!! I just signed up with the University of Phoenix RN-BSN prorgram.

Yup, I believe that load of crap! I have been looking for another position, even with experience, I can't be hired because I don't have my BSN. I then called the local nursing home to inquire about openings, thinking that would not be no problem, I spoke directly with the recruiter, explained my previous experience, she said, "I can't hire you, we require a BSN plus geriatric certification." I thought she was joking.

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How are nurses to gain experience and advance forward if employers aren't willing to train nurses? I believe that employers are compounding the "Nurse Shortage" problem greatly. The Joint Commission/ JCAHO, and the ANA needs to step in immediately for force employers to ease up on qualifications & certifications in order to meet the demand for nurses.

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Just curious, do you plan on moving to the DFW area?

The clinicals for the UTA program are not online. They are done at local partnering hospitals.

Also, the program is intended to make nursing education more available to local people who are not able to attend classes on campus. The grant (from the state of Texas) that jump started the program was specific for this purpose.

Another interesting thing on their website is that they give preference to past graduates from UTA who are seeking a second degree. Luckily, I am in that category, although I have not been accepted yet. Still have a few prereqs to go.

I am not trying to discourage you at all. I just wanted to make sure you knew this info about the program.

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Specializes in FNP.

IME, if the school has a on the ground B&M component, it didn't matter. We didn't really consider outfits like U of Phoenix and the like legitimate. If was state u online BSN we we ok with it.

As an aside, my girlfriend who works at Bringham womens in Boston said they have gone to minimum MSN for new hires, and it matters a great deal. If you didn't get your BSN and MSN from tier 1 schools, you have no chance. So I think as in most things, location means everything and you should assess the local climate.

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Specializes in Mixed Level-1 ICU.

Stay away from University of Phoenix. They will sign up a corpse as long it's getting Federal grant money.

I once made the mistake of inquiring about their MSN program. They insisted that I retake basic nursing courses regardless of my experience.

"Forget it," I told them.

And, yet, one of their reps hounded me for weeks. Clearly, she was on flat commission and could care less about anything else.

She finally stopped when I told her I was calling the Attorney General.

Just my two cents.

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Specializes in Corrections, Education, Med/Surg, AGNP-HIV.

There are plenty of brick and mortar schools that offer RN-BSN all online. I think they may have more clout thatn an all online college. But again as others mentioned CCNE or NLNAC accrediation is what is important as well. There are several options that will not cost $600 a unit, you just have to do some research......start with your own state schools first and see what they have to offer.

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