With an ADN can I be a ER nurse right out of the program?

[zlip14]

Just wonering ith an ADN can I be a ER nurse right out of the program?

On most websites it says that with a BSN you have more oppourtunities. I plan on getting my ADN then complete a RN-BSN program.

Just wondering if I could get hired as a ER nurse with only a ADN.

[newfloridaRN]

Sorry to play devils' advocate, but I graduated from a BSN program in December 2002 and was hired right into an ER after I graduated. I have learned more in the 2 years I've been in the ER than I think I did all of nursing school. I think now I have amazing experience, although I am learning something new every day. I never would have gone to med surge (I did all those skills in nursing school!) and I'm SOOO glad I didn't. I think giving new grads a great orientation program (I spent 16 weeks with a preceptor in the ER) is a great way to start. I'm all for new grads in the ER.... I'm a great example of one who (i think) turned out well! :)