First...these days, you really do need a BSN. Hospitals want Magnet status! And it shows you have 'critical thinking' skills. Now, that being said, I am a diploma nurse... worked my way through a BSN and MSN. Nursing is the best career choice I've ever made. There are so many different opportunities in nursing... If you have the option to do ADN to MSN or FNP - DO IT!! Do it now! Just get it done.