LPN to RN: The advantages of becoming a Registered Nurse

There’s no question that nursing is truly an art form – the art of caring for others. It is also true that the steady demand for qualified nursing professionals shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the nursing industry will see a 15% increase in jobs by 2026, making a career in nursing a great choice.

If you’ve been thinking about a future in nursing, one of your biggest challenges may be deciding which path is right for you among the myriad of options available. Whether you’re already working in the nursing industry or are just beginning your journey, exploring your options and understanding the key differences between LPN and RN can help you make the right decision for your future. We’ve outlined some of those benefits below that may have you ready to take your nursing career to the next level!

Access to more opportunities – The demand for RNs in hospitals and clinics is consistent and many healthcare facilities now require nursing staff with RN degrees.

The learning never stops – With an RN degree, you’ll have the chance to learn techniques and perform far more procedures in a variety of different settings. Translation – you will never be bored.

Halfway there – If you’re already an LPN, you are so much closer to becoming an RN than the average new nursing student. You have the benefit of already being certified, plus everything you’ve already learned both through education as well as on the job. You can do this!

City College is designed for people who want to take the next step in their nursing career but need to achieve that ever-important work-life balance they need to be successful. Some decisions are tough in life and deciding where to hone your skills and reach your goals as a nursing professional is not to be taken lightly. If you’re looking for a smooth transition that prepares you for all the challenges being an RN entails, consider this:

• LPNs can transfer up to 20 credits after successful completion of the NLN Nursing Accreditation Challenge Exam (NACE) PN-RN
• If you respond before May 31, City College will cover the $200 cost of the NACE examination
• City College will review all prior learning and college transcripts for additional transfer credit
• General Education classes can be taken online
• 2017 and Current NCLEX pass rate is 100%
• Earn your ASN in Nursing in as little as 18 months
• City College is Institutionally Accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Classes start June 27^th.  Contact us today to schedule your campus tour and learn more about how you can take the next step to becoming an RN.

This nursing education program is a candidate for accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3323 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326. 404-975-5000 www.acenursing.com.