January 6, 2023

How to Make Your Next Nursing Career Move in 2023

2023 nursing career path planner

Have you been thinking about getting your BSN? Becoming an APRN with an MSN? Or even just getting into nursing in the first place? We want 2023 to be the year that you finally make that goal a reality. 

That’s why we’ve put together tailored career action plans to help you no matter what your goal is this year. 

First, select the goal you’re going for this year. Next, download the action plan. You’ll then be signed up for emails to get tailored content sent to you each week to help support you in making your dreams a reality. 

Choose Your Journey:

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What Are Your 2023 Nursing Career Goals?

I Want to Get Started in a Nursing/Healthcare Career

If you’re just starting out, there are a ton of ways to begin your nursing or healthcare career. Whether you want to be a CNA, LPN, medical assistant or phlebotomist, this guide will help go over your options, show you programs that you can enroll in now, and even give you helpful resources.

Get the Entry-Level Nursing/Healthcare Career Action Plan!

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I Want to Go From RN to BSN

Thinking about going back to school to get your BSN? This guide will help you with every step of the process. From finding your “why” to choosing the right program for you, with this action plan, you’re one step closer to achieving your goals. 

Get the RN to BSN Career Action Plan!

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I Want to Become a Nurse, But I Already Have a Degree

If you’ve realized nursing is your calling, but already have a degree in another field, this guide will explain everything you need to know about second-degree nursing programs, AKA, accelerated BSN programs. From what you’ll need to get in to resources to help you along the way, we’ve got you covered. 


I Want to Earn My MSN

Ready to earn an advanced nursing degree? This guide will help you throughout the whole process, from choosing a specialty to finding the right program for you. 

Get the MSN Action Plan!

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I Want to Earn My DNP

If you’re ready to earn the highest level of nursing education, this DNP action plan will help you do it! Learn all the steps you’ll need to take, from exploring programs to figuring out how to pay for them. 

Get the DNP Action Plan!

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I Want to Make a Career Change

If you’re already a nurse but looking to make some career changes this year, this guide will show you how to make it happen. From exploring specialties to choosing what matters most to you, you’ll learn step-by-step what you need to do to make your goals a reality. 

Get the Nursing Career Change Action Plan!

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Popular Online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Programs

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Purdue Global

Earn a valuable nursing credential at Purdue Global’s School of Nursing. Expand your expertise and prepare to take on leadership and independent practice opportunities. Complete your courses online, on your schedule.

Accreditation
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Prerequisite
RN Required

Enrollment: Nationwide, but certain programs have state restrictions. Check with Purdue for details.

Grand Canyon University

GCU's College of Nursing and Health Care Professions has a nearly 35-year tradition of preparing students to fill evolving healthcare roles as highly qualified professionals.

Accreditation
CCNE
Location
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Prerequisite
RN Required

Enrollment: Nationwide

Walden University

Earn your nursing degree from one of the largest nursing education providers in the U.S. Walden University’s BSN, MSN, post-master’s APRN certificate, and DNP programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Get enhanced practicum support with our Practicum Pledge.

Accreditation
CCNE
Location
Online
Prerequisite
RN Required

Enrollment: Nationwide, excluding NY, RI and CT. Certain programs have additional state restrictions. Check with Walden for details.

Western Governors University

WGU's award-winning online programs are created to help you succeed while graduating faster and with less debt. WGU is a CCNE accredited, nonprofit university offering nursing bachelor's and master's degrees.

Accreditation
CCNE
Location
Online
Prerequisite
RN Required

Enrollment: Nationwide

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