RN to BSN

RN403, BSN, RN · Aug 20, 2014

There are many threads on this topic that you might find of assistance.

I will say, however, it strongly depends on where you live and work. Do you work in an area that favors BSN nurses? Within the next ten years are you planning on moving to an area that favors BSN nurses?

What about your facility? Will you be able to maintain employment with less than a BSN or will you be expected to earn a BSN down the line? Just some things you might think about to help you make your decision.

To specifically answer your question I would say "go", but, I live in an area that highly favors BSN nurses. There again, it all depends on where you live and work.

NotMyProblem MSN, ASN, BSN, MSN, LPN, RN · Aug 23, 2014

I went on to casually begin my BSN journey back in 2010, taking a couple of classes a year, since the BSN trend is having a domino effect. I was not going to wait until someone forced me to go back because I'm not getting any younger. Sometimes the older we get, the harder it is to study. I finally decided to complete the degree last year and went all-in....just finished up last Sunday (08/17/2014). Even if you are unsure, I would still take a course or exam here and there until you officially decide. If you "go", you've already knocked out a couple of credits along the way. If not, at worst, you've enriched your knowledge base just a tad bit more. :yes:

Cali2015 · Aug 26, 2014

I've been on the fence myself. I just graduated with my ADN. I had worked as a medical assistant in my college health center prior to nursing school and am now back to work in the same clinic as the RN. I started nursing school in my 50's and really prefer the clinic environment rather than 12 hour shifts in a hospital. That being said, I am taking all of the prerequisites needed for a BSN program in case I am ever in a position where a future employer might require it.