I'm 21 yr old male and am trying to figure out if I should get my RN from a community college or should I do 2 yrs at the community college and then transfer to a 4yr school in order to get my BSN. The thing is money is tight for me, and my family and I've been told that if you get an RN degree than the hospital u work for will help pay or pay in full for you to get a BSN degree. Any nurses, or nursing students out there know what I'm talking about.
2007-04-06 12:37:45 · 6 answers · asked by LG_89 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I don't know why you wouldn't be able to get your RN now, and your BSN, later. Lots of nurses I know have done that.
Also, yes, many hospitals will pay for you to get your BSN--in exchange for a number of years of work. You will have to sign a contract if you expect a hospital to spring for your education. If you decide that this is the way to go, make sure the hospital that pays for your school is a place you'd enjoy working for a while.
2007-04-06 12:42:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am an RN and have been for more than 20 years; I am currently working on my BSN via the nations largest online university. It is hard and fast paced and expensive. My employer does not offer tuition reimbursement so get that if you can. BSN programs are expensive in more ways than money!
2007-04-06 14:02:20 · answer #2 · answered by Dianna G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, I am a male nurse. Getting your RN at a community college is viewed as the same as getting it at a 4 year. However, if you want to become a nurse specialist or something of higher rank, you might want to go to a respected 4 year that is known for nursing (like San Fransisco). But remember, experience is always better than a degree...
2007-04-06 12:44:18 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
To get to work quickly, I would think about doing the RN. Then finish the BSN as you work. Then you can specialize and/or go into management.
2007-04-06 13:02:05 · answer #4 · answered by David G 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The BSN gives you more options. For example, if you want to be a school nurse, you may need the degree.
2007-04-06 15:34:16 · answer #5 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for your RN first. Get into a hospital will pay for the rest of your education while you work for them. That will help out so much financially. My sister in law did that. She got her LPN and worked for a facility that paid for her RN and now she is working on the next phase. Good Luck!
2007-04-06 12:44:58 · answer #6 · answered by Stefbear 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋