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Is labor and delivery competitive in jobs as a BSN?

I am a senior in high school that wants to become a BSN in L&D. #nursing

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Dr. Frank’s Answer






Not to be confused with a midwife or a doula, the Labor and Delivery nurse requires a degree from an accredited ADN or BSN program - a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing is considered highly competitive for job application.


Prospective labor and delivery nurses must first obtain nursing training, such as an associate's degree in nursing (ADN), a bachelor's degree in nursing, or a nursing diploma from an accredited nursing school or hospital.


Labor and delivery (L&D) nurses are unique among the different types of nurses because they have a very specific job: to help deliver healthy babies and get moms through the process safely. In essence, they are doing what some might consider the most important nursing job of all – bringing new lives into this world.


According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nurses with a specialty, such as labor and delivery, has a median salary of $66,000.


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Steps to Become an OBGYN Nurse
Earn Your RN: You must earn an RN degree from an accredited associate degree in nursing (ADN) or bachelor's degree (BSN) program.
Pass the NCLEX-RN Exam: After completed an accredited program, you must pass the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain licensure to practice nursing.
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Ann’s Answer

Hi Elizabeth,

It really depends on your location as to how competitive the field is. Nurses in general are in high demand. Getting your BSN over an ADN will make you far more competitive. Good luck!
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