I've made the big decision to go back to school and follow my dream of becoming a nurse. In my position as a HR Manager I take care of people (my employees) but I really don't feel I am truly making a difference. I know as a Nurse I can make that difference.
I currently have a BA in Business Mgmt with a minor in Human Resources.
Just a couple of questions I hope some of you could help me with:
I've looked into a couple of programs but not sure what route to go, what has worked best for those out there in similar situations?
SCAN program ( seems like most if not all are full time)
ASN (go to commity college and take necessary classes to get into the Nursing school) I think I have to take Sciences and Math classes over since its been around 10 yrs (yikes!).
Accelerated BSN program? (not sure what this is)
What are my other options? Unfortunately, I have to continue working full time. However, I'm willing to go full time evenings and weekendds. Once I get started will go full force. I have full support from my husband and family.
My other concern is that once I become an RN will I have problems getting a job since I don't have medical experience? I have lots of Mgmt experience working with people (I hope thats a plus). I've always been on the other end (hiring).
4. how long does it take to complete the associate degree in nursing (rn) program?
the associate degree nursing program (rn) takes approximately three to -four years for a part-time student to complete the entire program (if the student does not have previous college credits). there are two educational components in the associate degree nursing program. in the first pre-requisite stage, students must complete all developmental course work and the 12 credits of science courses. these pre-requisites can be done part-time or full-time, evenings, days or weekends. the pre-requisites courses are listed on the next page of this packet. it is highly advised that all 37 credits (11 courses total) of general education (non-nursing) courses be completed prior to entering the clinical component. the second educational component, the nursing clinical segment, is two (2) years, part-time consisting of nursing classes and clinical experiences. some evening clinical experiences are available.
there are two class options for the associate degree (rn) program. the day option consists of nursing classes and clinical experiences during the day. a few evening clinical experiences are available for the day students. the evening weekend option consists of classes during weekday evenings and clinical experiences on weekend days.
this one is in ca, i found it here on allnurses.com
in addition to its bsn programs, mount st. mary's college offers students the opportunity to take part in the two-year adn program. accredited by the board of registered nurses this program effectively prepares health care professionals to work in a culturally diverse society while building leadership and ethical decision-making skills through a proven foundation in the liberal arts. this professional breadth and educational balance occurs at every level of the adn program because of the unusually supportive environment
one measure of these qualities is the strong accommodation made to working adults in our program. those working full time, or who are otherwise unable to attend school during the traditional daytime hours, find the mount st. mary's program to be particularly attractive (in fact it is the only one of its kind in los angeles). courses are offered only on evenings and weekends in four 8-week sessions a year. lectures are scheduled for evening hours and clinical assignments are completed on weekends.
COmmunity Colleges tend to be easy to work with. That is they are used to dealing with the non-traditional student. I am in SLC, UT and Salt Lake Community College has offered evening and weekend AD RN programs. They were designed specifically for the worrking person who was going back to school. DOnt' worry about the "can't go to school full time and work full time" crowd. It can be done, it ain't easy but you get through it! I had no choice but to work a full 40week and take a full load of classes. I was a mostly A student. My plate being that full forced me to prioritize.
Well it's late and I am starting to ramble. I wish you all the very best- and don't worry about finding a job when you are done, new grads are always welcome! :)
I may consider the ADN program at Mount St. Marys even though the school is over an hour away. However, I'm still searching for a local Accelerated BSN program where I can attend eveings and weekends.
I may post in the education board as well, but if anyone here knows of such a program please post.
An Accelerated BSN is an option for you since you already hold a bachelor's degree, however most of them are NOT weekends or part-time. In fact by virtue of them being accelerated, you are expected to earn your degree in 4 semesters and they are pretty intense. So if you absolutely must do part-time, then you should rule out the accelerated BSN.
(not far from you, depending where in upstate NY you are).
Most clinicals are on weekdays, but since I'm self employed, that hasn't been a problem. However, they DO have Sat. clinicals for those who really need it. We have a two hr lecture twice a week, plus a one hr lab. We're expected to do additional "open lab" time in addition to that.
(PS- I HAVE been touched by his noodly appendage..Arrrrgh! ;-) )
ksgomez
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i found this school offerring evening and weekend classes and clinicals but its in maryland, the other one below is in ca
http://www.frederick.edu/programcourses/healthscience/index.cfm?documentid=230
from their site:
4. how long does it take to complete the associate degree in nursing (rn) program?
the associate degree nursing program (rn) takes approximately three to -four years for a part-time student to complete the entire program (if the student does not have previous college credits). there are two educational components in the associate degree nursing program. in the first pre-requisite stage, students must complete all developmental course work and the 12 credits of science courses. these pre-requisites can be done part-time or full-time, evenings, days or weekends. the pre-requisites courses are listed on the next page of this packet. it is highly advised that all 37 credits (11 courses total) of general education (non-nursing) courses be completed prior to entering the clinical component. the second educational component, the nursing clinical segment, is two (2) years, part-time consisting of nursing classes and clinical experiences. some evening clinical experiences are available.
there are two class options for the associate degree (rn) program. the day option consists of nursing classes and clinical experiences during the day. a few evening clinical experiences are available for the day students. the evening weekend option consists of classes during weekday evenings and clinical experiences on weekend days.
this one is in ca, i found it here on allnurses.com
mount st. mary's college
department of nursing
12001 chalon rd.
los angeles, ca 90049-1599
the adn program
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in addition to its bsn programs, mount st. mary's college offers students the opportunity to take part in the two-year adn program. accredited by the board of registered nurses this program effectively prepares health care professionals to work in a culturally diverse society while building leadership and ethical decision-making skills through a proven foundation in the liberal arts. this professional breadth and educational balance occurs at every level of the adn program because of the unusually supportive environment
one measure of these qualities is the strong accommodation made to working adults in our program. those working full time, or who are otherwise unable to attend school during the traditional daytime hours, find the mount st. mary's program to be particularly attractive (in fact it is the only one of its kind in los angeles). courses are offered only on evenings and weekends in four 8-week sessions a year. lectures are scheduled for evening hours and clinical assignments are completed on weekends.
hope this helps!