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i need some guidance.
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Posted almost 4 years ago im still in high school and nursing is something i have always wanted to do since i was little and i still do. i want to specialize in neonatal nursing and i want to get my BSN for it instead of my RN. but my question is do i have to get my RN first then get my BSN. and I would love some thoughts on my plan. I love helping people, and its something that truely will make me happy. |
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| Posted almost 4 years ago You become an RN by taking a licensing exam. You qualify to take the exam by graduating fronm nursing school. You can choose a school that results in a BSN (4 years), or an Associate degree in nursing (2 years), or a nursing diploma (usually 3 years). Alll qualify you to become an RN if you meet licensing requirements. I chose a diploma school because I already had a BA and a Doctorate. |
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| Posted almost 4 years ago If you're still in high school and you are certain that you want to go into nursing, then I would pursue the BSN. Find and apply to a college in your area that has a pre-nursing program or find a community college that offers the necessary pre-reqs required by the nursing school you wish to attend. You should be able to complete the necessary pre-reqs in 2 years. You then move on to nursing school for another 2 years, graduate with a BSN, and take the NCLEX to become an RN. In today's tough economy, many hospitals are looking for nurses with experience to fill jobs. In some areas right now, new graduate jobs are very hard to come by. If you have your BSN, then you will be a much more competitive job applicant even though you will be a new grad. Also, if you are interested in neonatal nursing (which is theoretically considered a critical care specialty), then the BSN will give you a more competitive edge as well. Best of luck! |
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| Posted almost 4 years ago I would suggest going for your BSN if you have the time and money. It will just save you the pain of doing it later if you decide you want or need it. I graduated from an associates program 10 yrs ago and am currently in an RN to BSN program. I haven't needed it until now & it's kind of a pain. When we interview new nurses for staffing positions, we don't even look at the degree. It's all about the person. |
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| Posted almost 4 years ago thank you! all of the information has helped me alot! |
