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What are the steps after to high school to become a nurse?

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Mary Jane’s Answer

To become a nurse in the US, you need a nursing degree and you have to pass the NCLEX exam. There are several different degrees you can choose from:

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - 2 year community college program
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - 4 year undergraduate degree; some programs will require you to begin as a general studies student for 2 years and then you will apply to the Nursing School through a competitive process to become a BSN student
Direct-Entry Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - usually an accelerated degree for people who got a non-nursing Bachelor's Degree

Regardless of the degree that you complete, you will then sit for the NCLEX exam, which allows you to become a Registered Nurse (RN).

The higher the degree, the more opportunity for growth and advancement in the profession and usually, the higher the salary is.
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Jean’s Answer

I agree with Nassan's answer. Just keep in mind that many hospitals today may require a BSN in order to work there. Good luck.
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Waleed’s Answer

Step 1: Enroll in an accredited nursing school. ...
Step 2: Take and pass the National Council Licensing Exam-Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). ...
Step 3: Get licensed in your state. ...
Step 4: Apply for RN jobs and get hired.
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Hassan’s Answer

Registered Nurse requirements https://nursejournal.org/registered-nursing/how-to-become-a-rn/ will vary state by state but generally require an Associate or Bachelor Degree in Nursing and state certification. There are also Masters Degree and specializations like anesthesiology that significantly increase your earning and opportunities to move into nursing management.

I'd do a lot of research on what's the right program for you since costs will vary widely. Community Colleges will usually give you the most bang for your buck for an ASN degree to get started. Be wary of private schools or programs that promise to get you in fast. Those may cost way more and not improve your job prospects.

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