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Thanks Ladies! And Yes, Mrsboots, I am in AZ. Did a little more research today, and I may be eligible for the MEPN program. : )

SopranoKris- Thanks for your input. Is it as easy as just picking up the phone and calling HR? If so, then I guess I wouldn't be stressing out and worrying about what my next move will be.

After 15 years of teaching Jr. High and elementary school music, I decided to take the plunge; my heart's true desire and calling...to become a nurse. So, I successfully completed all pre-reqs and decided I could only afford to go to a CC (with a great reputation). Before I signed up for the program, I hadn't caught wind of the rumors that the hospitals were moving toward hiring only BSN nursed. After waiting FOREVER on a two year waiting list, I finally secured my spot in the program only to learn that the major hospitals in the area ,like Banner Health, were only hiring BSN nurses. UGH!!! Are you kidding me? So, here's the deal. I'm in my 3rd semester of my ADN program, and I currently hold a bachelor's degree and hold a current teaching certificate. I know that continuing my nursing education is inevitable, but I've been told that I should skip the BSN and go straight to a MSN since I already hold a degree. The problem is that most Master's programs required you to have been an RN working for 2 year to be considered. My question: What are my chances of landing a RN position in a hospital with only my ADN (and other career and life experiences)? Would it make any difference if I were to work a part-time CNA position for the hospital I would like to be hired by in the future? Would hospitals consider hiring an ADN nurse who'd worked as a CNA for them? Would I be better off to do a concurrent enrollment BSN? Thanks in advance for you advice! : )