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How long does it typically take to become a nurse in new york city? What are the steps? What are some tips? Anybody have a nursing associates?

i am an 18 year old who just graduated high school. my high school is in partnership with my college, and are sending me there free of charge but for only an associates in nursing. #nursing #healthcare #college #nursing-education #nurse

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Tonya’s Answer

Congratulations on graduating from high school and pursing your Associate Degree in Nursing (A.D.N.). And, what a wonderful opportunity your high school is providing.

I was an adjunct professor in an A.D.N program and have worked with nurses who achieved their A.D.N. and can share a few tips.

An A.D.N. programs (not just in NYC) are commonly two (2) years. The steps are, you will receive the curriculum from the school (which you should be able to easily find online for your college). The curriculum will include the courses you need to complete including the semester to complete each course. The faculty and academic advisors will provide methods, skills, and tips for you to be successful. You may need to change your life routines to focus on your nursing studies, clinical experiences (care of patients with faculty and preceptors and opportunities to teach, present, and critically think), and additional activities you may become involved with in school (e.g volunteer, clubs/organizations). After you complete the A.D.N. program you will take the NCLEX exam and apply for licensure in the state(s) of your choice (NCSBN, 2021; Office of Professions, 2021)

After you complete your A.D.N. look to work towards your Bachelor of Science (BSN) in nursing. The college you were accepted to may have a bridge program where you would move right into a B.S.N. program due to the A.D.N school’s partnership. Additionally, you may look for nursing positions at healthcare organizations where they may pay for a portion or all of your B.S.N degree.

I included a few websites where you can read about the steps to apply for the RN license and the nursing exam. You can read information at the nursing organization sites provided below as well without joining to become a member. You will learn more about nursing organizations in nursing school.

All the Very Best

References:
*Applying for Registered Nurse Licensure - New York State with the Office of Professions
University of the State of New York - New York State Education Department Office of Professions (2021). Nursing.
http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/nurse/

*NCLEX exam:
National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (2021). Home
https://www.ncsbn.org/nclex.htm

*American Nurses Association – New York (2021). Home.
https://ananewyork.nursingnetwork.com/

*National Nursing Student Association (2021). Home
https://www.nsna.org/

*Accredited Nursing Schools
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (2021)
http://www.acenursing.com/accreditedprograms/programsearch.htm
*American Association of Colleges of Nursing (2021)
https://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE-Accreditation/CCNE-Accredited-Programs
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Madelyn’s Answer

Congratulations for graduating college.

On average, an incoming nursing student can expect to become a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in roughly three years. This is after a student fully completes the academic program at an accredited college or university.

To learn more about nurse in NYS check out the following website:
http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/nurse/nursingrn.htm

General Requirements
You must be licensed and registered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) as a registered professional nurse (RN) to practice nursing as an RN or refer to yourself as an “RN”, “registered nurse” or “registered professional nurse” in New York State.

Licensure and Registration
To be licensed and registered as an RN in New York State, you must:

be of good moral character;
be at least eighteen years of age;
graduate from a nursing education program acceptable to NYSED;
complete New York State required infection control coursework and child abuse reporting coursework;
pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) or another license examination acceptable to NYSED; and,
apply for an RN license with NYSED.
After you qualify for a license as an RN, NYSED will issue you a license parchment and a registration certificate.

Your license is valid for life, unless it is surrendered, revoked, annulled, or suspended by the New York State Board of Regents.
Your RN registration certificate will authorize you to practice as an RN for 3 years in New York State. The second registration after licensure is shortened to move your re-registration period to align with your month of birth. The registration renewal fee will be prorated for that period. You must renew your registration every 3 years to continue to practice as an RN in New York State. You are not legally allowed to practice as an RN while your registration is expired

Best of luck! You can do anything you set your mind to do!!!
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