Is it worth it?

bobarb, BSN, RN · Dec 3, 2009

As a nurse nearing retirement, I think getting your BSN would be almost mandatory! You have much more opportunity w/BSN. I think - and this is just my opinion - that soon an ADN will be treated like LPN, and BSN will be considered the "RN".........I only have my ADN, and have seen opportunities pass me by because I didn't have the BSN. However, that was my choice. And you can work and go to school at the same time.......and many hospitals help pay for it!

Good luck!

soxgirl2008 · Dec 3, 2009

Bobarb I notice you're from WI. Do you know how much in WI employers prefer BSN over ADN? Just wondering because I'm about to start an ADN program in south-eastern WI (well respected and accredited, I don't have the means right now to do a BSN program) and I'm just worried if I'll even be able to find a job as an RN with an ADN when I get out of school, I plan on going back for my BSN right away though.

IHeartPeds87 · Dec 3, 2009

Please do a search on the benefits of a BSN.

Is it mandatory at this time? No. Could it be heading that way in the future (10 years+)? Probably. Should you get the BSN? If you can, then yes!

freeflowchi · Dec 12, 2009

Definitely go for your BSN, especially if you can still get tuition reimbursement. I just graduated from an ADN program and cannot get an interview anywhere. New Grad programs are now making BSN point of entry. If you are looking to changing jobs anytime soon, it will pay off.