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RPN or RN?
I was really thinking first that I wanted to go into the field of Registered Nursing, but then realized it was 4 years of University, and i'll probably just end up getting married. What are the pros and cons to each? I love variety, but would I be getting enough of it as an RPN? I'm leaning closer to RPN because of the shorter time, and there's a college that offers an excellent RPN program really close to me. I know that whichever one I do, I am going to try to get into the maternity ward (after labour and delivery). Any tips?
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Hi Emmalee,
If the 4-year RN feels overwhelming, some people start as an RPN, get experience, and later bridge to RN. That way, you’re earning while studying. Just check the bridging options near you. Depending on your current situation and considering all of your variables, this might be your best options. As an RPN, there are some benefits, you develop good foundational skills and good bedside manner, I’m not so sure if hospitals where you are hire RPNs for the maternity ward, and if they do, bear in mind that your scope will be limited. On the other hand, if you go the RN route, you’ll have a wider scope of practice with many more options for specializing later on and you may have an easier time getting into maternity nursing.
Whatever you choose, nursing is a rewarding and flexible career.
You won’t “lose time” — you’ll be building skills and stability either way.
Good luck and best wishes with your future endeavors!
Althea Duke RN BSN CWS SWOC CWON CFCN DAPWCA
If the 4-year RN feels overwhelming, some people start as an RPN, get experience, and later bridge to RN. That way, you’re earning while studying. Just check the bridging options near you. Depending on your current situation and considering all of your variables, this might be your best options. As an RPN, there are some benefits, you develop good foundational skills and good bedside manner, I’m not so sure if hospitals where you are hire RPNs for the maternity ward, and if they do, bear in mind that your scope will be limited. On the other hand, if you go the RN route, you’ll have a wider scope of practice with many more options for specializing later on and you may have an easier time getting into maternity nursing.
Whatever you choose, nursing is a rewarding and flexible career.
You won’t “lose time” — you’ll be building skills and stability either way.
Good luck and best wishes with your future endeavors!
Althea Duke RN BSN CWS SWOC CWON CFCN DAPWCA
Thanks so much! Now I know exactly what i'm planning to do!
Emmalee