What are the Benefits of Going Back to School for Nursing?

Are you a registered nurse who is considering enrolling in an RN to BSN program, but not sure if it can help benefit you and your career?

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Jessica Meyer

Published On Aug 19, 2016

Are you a registered nurse who is considering enrolling in an RN to BSN program, but not sure if it can help benefit you and your career? There are several aspects to consider when deciding whether or not to further your education. Consider these benefits of going back to school for nursing:

Learn Additional Professional Practices

Going back to college can greatly benefit your career, as you will learn additional professional practices by the time you finish your degree. A BSN can help you gain more skills, allowing you to take on more responsibilities in your organization.

As a BSN-prepared nurse, you may have the necessary skills and knowledge to become a leader in your organization. This degree opens the door for you to participate in advanced nursing roles such as a charge nurse, nurse manager, unit supervisor, division nurse leader and more!

Gain Advanced Healthcare Theory Knowledge

When you study in a BSN program, you will gain advanced knowledge in healthcare theory. Learn from practicing nurses and experts who possess a strong passion for sharing their extensive knowledge within their fields of expertise. In your program, you may focus on the applications of clinical reasoning, research, evidence-based practice, collaboration and leadership.

Achieve a Comprehensive View of Patient Care

In addition to gaining an advanced knowledge of healthcare theory, a BSN program can help you achieve a comprehensive view of patient care. This degree will guide you in mastering patient care concepts through experiential learning and practice immersion experiences. Build your understanding of disease prevention, information management and leadership development.

Maximize Your Strengths

When you enroll in an RN-BSN program, you are taking advantage of an amazing opportunity to maximize your strengths. Whether your strengths lie in nursing leadership and development, applied statistics for healthcare or family-centered health promotion issues, you can grow within your specialty, or even discover a new one!

A BSN degree can be extremely beneficial to you and your career on many levels, so do not be afraid to further your education, maximize your strengths and find your purpose!

If you are interested in enrolling in an RN to BSN program at Grand Canyon University, Arizona’s premier private Christian college, then visit our website or contact us today for more information about our respected College of Nursing and Healthcare Professions.

Written by Jessica Meyer, a senior earning a marketing degree at GCU.

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Achieve a Comprehensive View of Patient Care

Maximize Your Strengths

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