Need advice on routes to RN

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I currently have a BA in Psych and a teaching credential. I don't have any experience in the healthcare field. I would like to obtain my RN license. I need some advice on what the best routes would be for me to take. Can I get the RN without the BSN and work for a few years and directly go into a MSN program?

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Specializes in ICU.

Yes, you can. With the BA in psych, you probably already have most of the pre-reqs you need for an associates in nursing (ADN.)

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Thanks. I know I would need some life science and chemistry prereq with labs that I did not take.

How much time would it take? I heard 2 years? But if I go BSN it would take that long as well. I'm confused on this.

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Specializes in Pedi.

Go for an accelerated BSN. Depending on your area, you may find your employment options severely limited if you don't have a BSN.

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Specializes in L&D, infusion, urology.

I agree about the aBSN. That would be, most likely, the way to go. Getting a BSN in the current nursing culture will really help your job prospects.

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