kelli1970

I'm on the wait list for the ADN program right now and I keep I read something recently that indicated that nurses are having a hard time finding jobs especially out here in Arizona. Then I ran into posts here that mention that nurses with a BSN have an easier time getting hired. I'm having a hard time figuring out whether or not I should pursue another career. Mind you, I've been on the wait list for 14 months now and have all of my pre and co-reqs done and am a divorced mom of three that will need to continue working part time (at least). I'm starting to think I made a horrible mistake in pursuing an RN career. Help, please.

I appreciate your comment. That's the impression that I get as well. Thank you.

I've been on the wait list for 14 months (not a competitive program). I've finished up all of my pre and co-reqs and by my estimation my turn should roll around in the spring. However, I just received a letter saying that there will be more delays due to a new concurrent enrollement program being implimented. This will allow students to get their ADN while also working towards their BSN, and this program will diminish the number of openings for those of us already on the wait list. My concern (aside from continuing to age as I wait, and wait) is that the letter mentioned that there is more of a demand for nurses with a BSN. Is this true? I am a divorced mom who will have to continue working at least part time while I'm in school and I simply cannot imagine pulling off the normal RN (ASN) program in addition to taking classes at the university as well. If I stick with my original plan of getting my ASN and then going on to get my BSN at a later time, am I shooting myself in the foot? Will I have a harder time than average finding a job? Ugh, I'm so confused and frustrated.