Need help .deciding my best path to np

CCRNDiva, BSN, RN · Nov 7, 2011

Finish your BSN then apply to a FNP program. The second option seems to be a lot of additional work.

NAURN · Nov 12, 2011

Agree with CCRN... focus on being a nurse. It will be the most beneficial to you.

Unlicensed06 · Nov 12, 2011

Im actually going to finish an online degree in accounting. Maybe one day in the.future ill pursue a entry level msn. But for now with the pregnancy im going to give the accounting a shot.

mtsteelhorse · Nov 19, 2011

You have to be very passionate about nursing to make it worthwhile. For those just wanting a job nursing is not the best career. Good luck in your journey.

Unlicensed06 · Nov 19, 2011

I dont want just a job. Ive thought long and hard about my decisions but thanks.

BacktoBasics · Nov 19, 2011

How about ADN -> BSN -> MSN? If you're going to be a mom, the ADN option first might suit you best.

mtsteelhorse · Nov 19, 2011

Unlicensed 06, that's a great route. I attended school for my ADN when my daughter was 9 months old...I'm just now getting my BSN online and plan to go on for my master's. ADN programs are a great way to get started. I wish you well and certainly meant no offense to you. Best wishes with your pregnancy AND career path.

Unlicensed06 · Nov 21, 2011

Thanks i truly dont prefer accounting. Im in northern ca and the state school bsn programs are so competitive my measly cumulative 3.0 gpa wont stack up. Im afraid i wont get in to the lottery adn programs around here but i know theres only one way to find out. Im thinking about trying samuel merrit but its so expensive im not sure ill even be able to get enough loans to cover tuition

I applied to start at cal state east bay this january for prereqs, which is my first choice bsn school. Im trying to decide if i should still do take my prereqs there or at my local community college which will save me money and commute time.

Any thoughts? Thanks for the replies so far, i didnt mean to come off snapy if i did. Ive been thinking this subject to death. I really want to be a nurse but it seems almost impossible.

Unlicensed06 · Nov 21, 2011

Thanks i truly dont prefer accounting. Im in northern ca and the state school bsn programs are so competitive my measly cumulative 3.0 gpa wont stack up. Im afraid i wont get in to the lottery adn programs around here but i know theres only one way to find out. Im thinking about trying samuel merrit but its so expensive im not sure ill even be able to get enough loans to cover tuition

I applied to start at cal state east bay this january for prereqs, which is my first choice bsn school. Im trying to decide if i should still do take my prereqs there or at my local community college which will save me money and commute time.

Any thoughts? Thanks for the replies so far, i didnt mean to come off snapy if i did. Ive been thinking this subject to death. I really want to be a nurse but it seems almost impossible.

mtsteelhorse · Nov 21, 2011

Hmmm...I'd do pre-reqs at the community college and then transfer for the BSN program. Save the money and stress of commuting so you can enjoy the process AND your pregnancy which is so very important. I personally loved community college. It all counts towards your end goal.I know what it's like to have this sort of thing weighing so heavy on your mind. You just want to get on with it! Can you get your ADN at this community college? Then get your BSN on line or do you want to get your BSN up front?

Unlicensed06 · Nov 21, 2011

Id like bsn upfront since it will be 4 semesters for me either way. But iim going to just apply everywhere n see what happens.