RN to BSN Programs in Nebraska

Are you a practicing registered nurse (RN) looking for career advancement, a broader understanding of your field, and skills that may ultimately propel you to both higher wages and better public service? If so, consider enrolling in one of Nebraska's RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports 18,930 RNs were working in Nebraska as of May 2009. They earned a mean hourly wage of just over $26.00. The BLS also predicts demand for qualified nurses should climb rapidly in the coming decade. To become a registered nurse in Nebraska, you must be at least nineteen years old, be a U.S. citizen, complete an approved nursing program, and pass the NCLEX-RN.

RN to BSN Degrees in Nebraska

RNs with bachelor's degrees generally enjoy better job prospects and greater access to sought-after positions. The BLS reports nurses who hold a BSN have the following advantages:

• They're better trained in critical thinking and interpersonal skills
• They receive more clinical experience in non-hospital settings
• They're better qualified for work in research, teaching, and administration than are nurses who only hold an associate's degree

In general, registered nurses who complete an RN to BSN program in Nebraska enjoy higher earnings and more career opportunities in the nursing field.