Western University (or other) MSN-E: Securing employment with non-BSN RN?

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Hi all; I wanted to re-post the below, asked by someone else in early October with surprisingly no replies. I am wondering precisely the same thing. Can someone offer some words on employment as an RN w/o having a BSN or ADN (though while working on an MSN?). Will I be able to secure employment as a non-degreed RN while working on my MSN/FNP? I'm degreed in biology and psychology, and have recently applied to the MSN-E program at WU.

Thanks! See original post/question below.

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"I just attended an orientation at Western University Pomona ca direct-entry MSN program. The program really seems like something that would fit my educational needs. However, I'm concerned that after completing the first 16-months you're able to sit for the NCLEX which is great but you don't have a degree in nursing at this point:uhoh3:. How do employers view this sure I have my B.S in business but no degree in the nursing field specifically. Please help if anyone has gone through the first 16-months of Westerns program and have passed the NCLEX exam let me know what employers have thought about you not having a degree in the specific field even though you passed the NCLEX exam:confused:."

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employers don't care if you have an R.N. (for the most part)

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I don't think I understand your reply (?). I'll have an RN, just not a BSN or ADN.

Can someone offer some additional words?

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Much will depend on the precise laws/regulations with the State Board of Nursing. Does your state require that a degree be conferred in order to sit for the NCLEX examination? Here in Virginia, students in Accelerated or Direct Entry MSN programs cannot sit for the NCLEX examination until after a degree is awarded.

The answer will depend on what your state Board of Nursing requires.

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Oh, wow. I'll check on that... Great info!

I'm in CA, btw.

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