If you have a BSN, would you consider LPN rather than ABSN?

[lolotambu]

Hello ladies,

I was hoping to hear from those of you who went on to become LPN's instead of choosing the second degree BSN. I have a graduate degree in a non-science field and started my pre-reqs with the hopes of entering an ABSN, but I have student loans already from my previous degree and would like to earn money while pursuing my RN.

Eventually I would like to get an advanced degree in nursing which means that I will have to take on additional loans. That's why working and earning some money while pursuing the RN appeals to me.

The question for you is: Would you bite the bullet and pay the $50K for the ABSN now or pay the $12K for the LPN and work your way up to RN?

If I were to complete the LPN bridge to RN/BSN online, is that typically accepted by hospitals or do they look down on it?

How can I make myself more marketable as an LPN to work in clinical or hospital settings, no LTC's?

Thank you and have a wonderful New Year!

[lolotambu]

Ladies, you have been incredibly generous with your perspectives and tidbits of knowledge here. Thank you!

The most important insight I gained is that of considering location. While is true that LPN route can eventually work out in some states, where I will be located in Washington DC; there's a move to hire BSN's and an abundance of nurses too.

So I have decided to probably go on the ABSN or even consider a traditional BSN due to money considerations. I work remotely teaching so I would be able to at least have a (tiny) part-time salary during the lenght of the program.

I'm sorry if my initial post was poorly worded. I made a mistake posting BSN, instead that I have degrees in other than nursing

In any event, I so appreciative to hear your voices in regards to my question. Thank you all!