So is ADN- RN really a waste of time?

[mzsuccess]

I'm starting next year and everyone is saying don't do it go straight for BSN and I won't be able to find a job and so on and on. I plan to bridge my way through and then start on my BSn. So I would like to hear from other nurses and pre-nursing students. What do you think? Is it hard on ADNs? Job and pay? And do BSN always think they're better than you and you're frowned upon? Also, are the hospital still hiring ADNS or are most just Bsn preferred.

[AspiringNurseMW]

Where I live in PA there is only one ADN program, and thus it has become highly competitive, and as a result the students are highly sought after. However I used to live in NYC, if I had stayed there I would have most definetly pursued my BSN straight away because that is what more and more hospitals are requiring.

Because I want to be a midwife I know I will want to pursue my BSN, so my plan is to get the ADN, get a job, have my employer help pay for my BSN, so I can then pursue my bachelors in midwifery.

So it really comes down to your area, maybe you can call the hospitals around you and ask? That is how I found out.

[ceebeejay]

NY no BSN, no hospital job unless you have a connection that can pull you in. It not impossible but it's hard.

[PacoUSA, BSN, RN]

If you already have a bachelors in another major and switching careers to nursing, makes more sense to get an accelerated BSN over an ADN. 1 year vs. 2 years of schooling (intense but worth it). Also, employers do not equate non-nursing bachelors degree + ADN as the same as a BSN.

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[akulahawkRN, ADN, RN, EMT-P]

ADN isn't a waste of time. It's just that in some areas, it's a LOT more preferable to get the BSN instead. So... look at your local region and see what they seem to be hiring and go for that. If all you can get is an ADN, that's OK. You just have to adjust where you'll find your first job(s) and go for a BSN later.

[laKrugRN]

I work with a bunch of great ADNs and one of my co-workers is an LPN. Only 2 of us are BSN's. We all get along great! No one treats anyone any differently.

[LittleCandles]

Nurses, LPN, ADN, BSN, MSN....

They are all needed somewhere. The people who usually say they aren't, are not even in the nursing field.

[supaflyz]

ADN and BSN= registered nurse.

I believe an BSN only get pay 25 more cents or something in Texas. However, they have a much easier time finding jobs unless the ADN have more experience. Even so, the big hospitals require BSN now. Don't get me wrong, ADN could still find jobs. Try to get into RN-BSN program.

I did met a few nurses in the OR during my clinical. The hospital wanted them to go back to school to get their BSN. They refused because it only pay a few more cents or a dollar at max. The reason the hospital wants BSN is to get better recognition and accreditation. Those nurses have been working there for a long time.

[supaflyz]

ADN and BSN= registered nurse.

I believe an BSN only get pay 25 more cents or something in Texas. However, they have a much easier time finding jobs unless the ADN have more experience. Even so, the big hospitals require BSN now. Don't get me wrong, ADN could still find jobs. Try to get into RN-BSN program.

I did met a few nurses in the OR during my clinical. The hospital wanted them to go back to school to get their BSN. They refused because it only pay a few more cents or a dollar at max. The reason the hospital wants BSN is to get better recognition and accreditation. Those nurses have been working there for a long time.

[mzsuccess]

Thanks everyone Great advice and encouragement! I honestly appreciate it. It made me feel better!

[RN_stucky621]

There is actually a good amount of hospitals and SNFs hiring ADNs here in California. Most of them are willing to chip in if you decide to get your BSN while working also. The hiring freeze is slowly melting!