crutcc2

So, I currently have a BS in Business and I am wanting to go back to nursing school. I was originally a pre-nursing major at Auburn University in Alabama and was unsure I could hack it since I was deathly afraid of needles (I know, silly). I didn't know what else to major in at the time and business seemed to be a "marketable" and useful major, but it was so boring to me then. I have been in the working world and have a successful career in medical/surgical sales for the past 6 years and I am kicking myself for not continuing the nursing track in college because I love the knowledge you gain and I love helping people. The only thing is that my GPA is not so great... (hindsight is 20/20) I have been looking into the accelerated BSN programs and the entry level masters programs in Sacramento (where I currently reside) and the bay area. Of course, I have pre-requisites that I need to complete at a community college (preferably in Sacramento for now while I'm still working) before applying. Has anyone been in the same/similar boat before? Or any suggestions on programs? I have only recently started really digging into the information. I am also undecided whether I would want to do an accelerated program and get my RN and work for a while before doing my masters or doing it all at once through the entry level masters. Is the "real world" work experience between an RN and masters seen as more valuable? or does it not matter that much and would it be more worthwhile to work straight through to my masters? I know on the business end of things they like to see someone with a BS get the real world experience then go back to grad school to further their studies and career. Any insight is appreciated!