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Can you study to become a nurse after being a licensed phlebotomist?
I've been interested in phlebotomy and nursing and I'm curious if I can pursue to become a nurse after being a phlebotomist?
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Ray’s Answer
Yes, of course. You can be as many things as you want to be. I am also studying to get my Pharmacy Technician License as I write this!
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Savannah’s Answer
Hello Brandy,
Of course you can! You can do anything if you put your mind to it! In fact, while it takes different steps to enter both fields, becoming a phlebotomist will certainly help you when you do decide to become a nurse! As a NICU nurse on night shift, we do all of our labs for our babies. No matter where you end up as an nurse, the work of a phlebotomist could help you gain confidence creating relationships with patients as well being able to quickly and accurately get labs on your patients.
While I am not sure what becoming a phlebotomist entails regarding academics, I know that becoming a nurse requires you to enter a nursing program. You can do this at a State College level or at a University. You will have to take prerequisites before applying and getting into a nursing school. Then, you will complete about a two-year rigorous nursing program. After that, you will have to sit and pass the NCLEX exam before being able to become an RN.
It is definitely a hard, but rewarding, job!
Of course you can! You can do anything if you put your mind to it! In fact, while it takes different steps to enter both fields, becoming a phlebotomist will certainly help you when you do decide to become a nurse! As a NICU nurse on night shift, we do all of our labs for our babies. No matter where you end up as an nurse, the work of a phlebotomist could help you gain confidence creating relationships with patients as well being able to quickly and accurately get labs on your patients.
While I am not sure what becoming a phlebotomist entails regarding academics, I know that becoming a nurse requires you to enter a nursing program. You can do this at a State College level or at a University. You will have to take prerequisites before applying and getting into a nursing school. Then, you will complete about a two-year rigorous nursing program. After that, you will have to sit and pass the NCLEX exam before being able to become an RN.
It is definitely a hard, but rewarding, job!
Will add that when considering a nursing program, inquire if able to transfer credits for any coursework taken that may apply to academic requirements for that state college or university.
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Joshua’s Answer
Yes! Phlebotomy was part of my job as an ER tech before nursing, and it really helps with my IV insertion skills and when I draw blood from central lines. Also, if you work for the right hospital as a phlebotomist they may pay for part of your nursing school!