RN NCLEX

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Hi friends, I am currently taking prereqs for the ADN program. I was a little unsure if I should go straight for my BSN which I know would take longer, but at the same time, I would like to work as a Nurse sooner. My question is does anyone know if you can take the RN NCLEX while in the BSN program after you have finished required nursing classes and clinical hours? 

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Specializes in OR, Nursing Professional Development.

Are you referring to completing an RN to BSN program? If so, most of those programs will actually require a nursing license to attend. You are eligible to take NCLEX after completing the ADN or diploma program  

If you mean after completing part of a pre-licensure BSN program, then no. All of those classes will be required before you can take NCLEX-RN. Depending on the state, there is a small number where you can sit for NCLEX-PN and be grant an LPN/LVN license. Both the school and the state must allow it- the majority do not. 

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Specializes in RN BSN.

Hey there! Yes you will need to finish your degree and get your ATT. Once your school sends that to the boards you can test 

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