AIM This metasynthesis assists in the interpretation of qualitative research performed to
explore the experience of registered nurses who return to school to pursue a baccalaureate …

The purpose of this phenomenological research study was to understand the experiences of
RN to BSN graduates within their educational experience and their subsequent reintegration …

Background: The percentage of nurses with a baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) affects
patient morbidity and mortality, so health care organizations are encouraging staff nurses to …

AIMS This study attempted to identify perceived benefits, motivators, and barriers for
registered nurses returning to school for a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) degree …

Provision of a postlicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) by the community college
was identified as a promising model of academic progression by a learning collaborative of …

Most nurses enter the profession at the associate degree (AD) level, however, the link
between nursing education and patient outcomes supports the need for nurses to be …

Registered nurses who return to school to pursue a bachelor's degree face many
challenges, including scheduling, family, and financial concerns. Despite these issues, RNs …

Health, has recommended that the proportion of nurses with baccalaureate degrees be
increased to 80% by 2020. As a response to this recommendation, leaders in nursing …

Background: A strong movement is underway in the United States to increase the
percentage of baccalaureate-prepared registered nurses (RNs). However, the percentage of …

The call for a better educated nursing workforce has been growing stronger, coinciding with
a concern for patient safety. Currently, about 80% of associate degree (AD) prepared nurses …