As far as an ADN is concerned, it offers few advantages as opposed to the acquirement of a BSN. To begin with, the principal difference between the two is the time period and credits’ amount required for the program completion. While an ADN can be usually completed in two years, the person requires 4 years to attain a BSN. In addition, an ADN program is cheaper and allows one to quickly become a nurse considering the above-mentioned time period for completion.
On the other hand, it is widely acknowledged that “BSN prepared nurses possess greater knowledge of health promotion, disease prevention, and risk reduction as well as illness and disease management” (Ellis, 2017). For the same reason, I have personally selected the enrollment in a BSN instead of an ADN program. I believe that nurses need to be better prepared for meeting the individual patient needs even if their academic journey is longer and more difficult/advanced. In my opinion, disease prevention and wellness levels must be optimum. As a BSN allows nurses to assist individuals and communities in a better manner, the acquirement of a BSN is inevitable. Moreover, the expansion of roles and enhanced rapport with communities are indispensable in the nursing profession (Ellis, 2017). In addition, a BSN offers more opportunities in the professional area whereby “BSN nurses are prized for their skills in critical thinking, leadership, case management, and health promotion, and for their ability to practice across a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings” (Rossetter, 2014). It is my firm conviction that a BSN degree would make it possible for me to achieve these goals in a smoother way considering the magnitude of preparation.
References
Ellis, S. (2017). To BSN or not to BSN - That is the Nurse's Question! Retrieved January 29, 2017, from http://www.healthguidance.org/entry/2361/1/To-BSN-or-not-to-BSN---That-is-the-Nurses-Question.html
Rossetter, R. J. (2014, January 21). The Impact of Education on Nursing Practice [Fact Sheet]. American Association of Colleges of Nursing. Print.
