QUESTION

[EILEEN456, LPN, LVN]

Could i be hired as an ob nurse with an adn?? Im a bit skeptical because every job post that i look at for an ob nurse, qualifications always state bsn preferred but it doesnt say "required"... Also is there any kind of training that can help be before i can be considered for the l&d unit? Thanks.

[chloecatrn]

Just as an FYI, a more descriptive subject line will likely draw you more answers. :)

You can certainly be an L&D nurse with an ADN. However, it all depends on the hospitals in your area whether or not they're hiring RNs with an ADN, or whether they prefer a BSN. If they prefer the BSN, and there are a lot of 4 year schools in your area, it might be worth the extra time to go for the BSN if you can afford the time and money.

[classicdame, MSN, EdD]

preferred probably means "with experience if you are ADN". However, many hospitals hire ADN nurses for OB. Give HR a call or go online to their job listings.