Experiences of graduates in Massachusetts of the United States from a RN-to-BSN program.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To generate an understanding of the lived experiences of a shared central phenomenon of RN-to-BSN graduates and determine their perceptions of the value of their BSN degree.

Methods

The data collection procedure was open-ended, semi-structured, which was consisted of one-on-one interviews with 12 nurses who are licensed in Massachusetts and who are graduates of RN-to-BSN programs.

Results

The findings identified seven major emerging themes, a) job requirement, b) promotion, c) professional growth, d) personal growth, e) family obligations, f) time and energy, and h) compensation. The themes were incomparable through all emerging themes.

Conclusions

The research data analysis supports the need for the non-BSN RNs to continue their education to the BSN

SUBMITTER: Parolisi T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7355186 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature