i'm in my freshment year going for the BSN degree, but my goal is to become a RN, is BSN the same as RN? if not, do i have to spend another year to get my RN degree?
2006-06-23 17:10:55 · 6 answers · asked by Lady_Peach 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
i assume you're going to a 4-year college correct? but either way, it's always good to get your BSN before you take the board exam >> NCLEX-RN << and if you pass it then you're be qualified as a RN. i myself also spent 4 years to get my BSN before passing the board exam and became a RN. many people would just go straight to take the exam after they've earned an associate degree in science to become a RN, that way they save time and money. but i wouldn't suggest you to go for the shortcut, the BSN comes in very helpful in the long run as if you want to advance to a higher degree like DNP - master degree in nursing, very very good money. lol but anyways, just try to have fun with the pre-nursing courses for now and worry about being a RN later. i'm sure your professors will give you a lot of help and you'll understand more about the consequences of becoming a nurse.
2006-06-23 17:34:19 · answer #1 · answered by Ms_♥ 4 · 7⤊ 3⤋
A BSN after you pass your exams to be a RN will be the same,
RN does not have to ( in many states) be a 4 year degree but is gotten in a 2 year program. The BSN is an advanced degree many RN's do to be more advanced ( better pay and job opportunities)
I would assume ( of course not sure) your program includes the RN in it.
But before you even started in the school was thetime to ask, not after you have done almost a year already
Talk to your school adviser
2006-06-23 17:14:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
With a BSN, you will be a graduate nurse, elligible for state boards. There are also 2 year associate degree in applied science programs, and there are three year diploma programs offered by hospital based nursing programs. All make you elligible for state boards, all are called RN when you pass boards. The difference comes later, some employers offer a larger salary to BSN nurses, and there are a wider selection of jobs open to BSN. Then there is the masters programs.
2006-06-23 17:21:31 · answer #3 · answered by riversconfluence 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are 2 year and 4 year degrees of Nursing. A BSN is the Bachelor's 4 year program while one can become a Registered Nurse with a two year degree. However, some Universities/Colleges do not offer the two year degree, depending on the state.
As far as pay...the difference between a two and four year degree can vary. In some areas, where the demand for healthcare professionals is high, you could easily make about the same with a two year degree as with a four. However, if you want to progress in your career say into management, the four year degree is the way to progress to Master's and Doctorate. Good luck in your endeavour!
2006-06-23 17:20:10 · answer #4 · answered by sukey32 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, BSN means that you have a Bachelor's degree in nursing. RN means that you have taken the nursing boards and have passed them making you a registered nurse. One could have an Associates degree and also be an RN.
2006-06-23 17:16:10 · answer #5 · answered by nomorelies 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are going for your BSN you will be an RN after you pass the Nursing Boards. That's where the "registered" part comes in.
2006-06-23 17:13:37 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋