nursing degree question?

Question

what is the difference between a associates degree and a bachelor degree in nursing? please give a clear details! like pay or whether you can work at a good hospital or not! thk u

Answer 1

Everyone else is mostly correct. But the technical details about the difference in degree is this: for your BSN you have many more general education / electives to complete, and for nursing courses, you will also have a few more courses, the most important being Public Health, Nursing Research, and Nursing Leadership. As a BSN who completes Public Health, you are eligible to be certified as a Public Health Nurse (PHN).

It's true that most places don't pay much more, if at all - for staff nurse positions. My hospital pays $1 more per hour for the BSN. And no, it's no impossible to get a management job without a BSN, but it's harder unless you have a vast background and experience from a previous career, or worked your way up the ladder over many, many years. With a BSN you will have the hiring advantage at most facilities, especially larger places like hospitals.

Answer 2

I don't know how many times i have answered these type of questions. It is frustrating to see those that think an ADN is less of a nurse than a BSN. I am a Dir of Nursing with an ADN degree. I have gotten where I wanted in life without the extra frills and am even looking at going into consulting. There is no difference in wages that i pay or offer between the ADN or BSN, most in the Minneapolis/St Paul area do not offer a difference. Due to the shortage of nurs4es that is not to get any better in the future, there is actually less going on for the higher degree until later, if they feel they need it, as the goal is to turn out nurses faster.

Answer 3

Anyone who goes through a registered nursing program can choose an ADN - Associate Degree Nursing - or a BSN - Bachelor Degree in Nursing. An Associate's is a 2-year program and a BSN is a 4-year program. There's not a significant difference in education although some would disagree. At this time, there's no significant difference in pay rates but some members of the nursing community are pushing for a trend in hiring only BSNs. This will probably not be in effect for some years if at all. For the moment, an RN is an RN is an RN and as long as there is a nursing shortage, hospitals won't be fussy. ADNs have proven themselves as competent as BSNs.

If management is what you seek, you'll need no less than a Bachelor's and an MSN is preferable. You can teach with a BSN and apply for a Master's program.

Answer 4

While technically an ASN or ADN is considered a 2 year degree, most programs require prerequisites before the 2 year program, thus the 2 year program usually takes 3. The BSN program is a university degree and is believed to produce a more rounded, though not technically better nurse. They both take the same NCLEX boards.

Most hospital systems pay a differential for the BSN degree. This may or may not be significant. When starting most entry positions are for RNs, but as nurses want to move into other positions, frequently positions will be advertised as BSN preferred or required, and many hospital systems are requiring the BSN for supervisory status. While there are ADN to MSN programs, preference in admission is given to BSN applicants to MSN programs. A masters is usually required to teach in nursing programs above the LPN level. Also advanced practice nursing which includes anesthesia, midwifes, nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialist all require masters degrees. There is some interest in making some advanced practice positions a doctoral program or DSN.

Answer 5

Both can sit for the NCLEX exam to become a RN. ASN is generally 2 year and BSN is 4 years. BSN grads get a bit more education on the issues that surround nursing and more education that can take you in the management side of nursing. Not saying that an ASN grad can not go into management. Entry level BSNs tend to make more than entry level ASNs also.
Just as an FYI, to get most Nursing professor position, you have to have an advanced degree in Nursing, not just a BSN. However to gain admission to most Masters and above Nursing programs, you have to have Bachelors in Nursing specifically. This is important to consider ,for example, if you are like me and already have a Bachelors, but are going back to school to pursue Nursing. You have to consider your funding and your overall goal. There are plenty of RN to BSN programs where you can complete your bachelors in nursing, which is what I plan to do. Either way ASN or BSN both can get good jobs in hospitals and many other places too.

Answer 6

There can be a difference in pay. Chances for promotion is greatly increased by having a BSN. It makes you alot more marketable (more in demand).And if the time comes that you may consider specializing...you will be ready to pursue a master's degree...which is what specialization requires. I believe that a degree of professionalism is taught on the bachelor's level that is not taught on an AA degree level. I did the AA program and then went on the get my BSN and then eventually got my Master's in Medicine and became a PA-C. But education is NEVER a loss. It's worth every dime and drop of sweat.....especially with this major.

Answer 7

Two years. An associate's degree takes only two years of junior college (community college), whereas a bachelor's is a four-year program. B.S. grads start out being paid better, and generally rise much more quickly in the hospital or provider organization. B.S. grads are the ones who'll be considered for leadership positions such as head nurse, supervisor nurse, senior team leader or charge nurse. They'll also be the ones selected to head specialty teams such as Emergency services, Operating Room services, specialty teaching positions such as Certified Diabetes Educator.
The Associate's graduate will be pretty much confined to bedside care. Nothing dishonorable about that, but it's easy to get stuck in a rut without that added two years of college.

Answer 8

An associate's degree is a two year community or technical college degree. A Bachelor's degree is a four year degree. An associate's will probably start you out with around $36,000 a year or so, while a Bachelor's will get you an average of $40,000 and up to start. Associate degrees are usually for entry-level work, or start the job and "learn" the ropes. With a Bachelor's employers expect you to make above average contributions to your job.

Answer 9

an associate degree they said is only 2 years,but you have to cram alot into those 2 years,usually going to both summer schools helps.
A bachelor degree is 4,and you do get paid more,and you are able to specialize in an area you might like,surgical,ICU,cardio,etc...
They use to hire 4 years over 2 yrs.more,but now I don't think it matters,they hire either or...also with a bachelor's degree,you are able to teach if you ever want to.

Answer 10

you would make more money with your bachlor and aslo you get to work with the surgeons with there procedures and be there right hand person when there working