Jobs that require both MSN and BSN

[mzaur]

Hi everyone,

I will be applying to direct entry MSN programs as I am transitioning from psychology to psychiatric nursing. Some of these MSN programs do give a BSN while others do not. I noticed that some job descriptions say that they require BSN and MSN. I am wondering about any potential issues that may arise if I attend a program that does not give a BSN in terms of getting a job in the field?

Thank you

[gabookworm]

Direct-entry MSN programs for students with non-nursing bachelor's degrees are really more like an Accelerated BSN than an ADN program, in that you are basically transferring in with pre-reqs from a previous bachelor's and then slamming through the BSN nursing-specific coursework in 12-15ish months before starting the specialty master's coursework. Some do confer a BSN along the way to the MSN, and but I definitely think the MSN is probably going to outweigh not having the BSN in those that don't confer the BSN. The advantage of the BSN along the way is that if something comes up in your life that keeps you from finishing the MSN, you are at least walking out with a BSN.

[meek-meek]

Sorry but you are quite wrong. I'm applying to 6 programs that are NP and do not give BSN. Most direct entry NP programs just give RN and MSN. These are clinical programs that lead to Np licensure

Mzaur: Can you please confirm which programs you found. I was looking for a program in Texas or possibly an online program that would allow me to do my clinical work local.

[mzaur]

I don't know of any online programs since i have no interest in them. And not sure if there are any programs in Texas.