Should you get a Doctorate in Nursing?? | My DNP vs. MSN vs. PhD Decision

Should you get a Doctorate in Nursing? In this video, I share the most common ways to obtain a doctorate in nursing and why I ultimately chose the doctorate of nursing practice route for my APRN education. There are multiple paths that you can take to become a nurse practitioner including MSN, DNP, and PhD. There are also many things to consider when evaluating these options for yourself and making this HUGE decision depending on where you are in your life and career!
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A LITTLE ABOUT ME:
Hi there! My name is Layne and I'm a nurse and family nurse practitioner student on the road to getting my DNP. I started this channel to encourage other nurses and NP students who are searching for their niche in nursing and to share my journey!
Thanks for watching & please subscribe for more videos! :)

[@InMyLayne]

Let us know! How did you decide which NP program was right for you? Or why are you leaning in a certain direction now?

[@DatNurse-sn3dc]

I am currently working on my DNP too. Thank You for sharing your story.

[@InMyLayne]

My pleasure!

[@Dr.Aisha_FNP]

Great video! I recently graduated with my DNP and passed my FNP boards! I didn't want to go back to school had I got a MSN, so I did a BSN to DNP. I'm so happy to be done!!! Best wishes to you on your journey!

[@InMyLayne]

Yaayy!! Love this!! Congratulations!! I'll be joining you soon! 💕🫶🏾

[@traceygantt3375]

We have to stop saying, "just do some research". It suggests that it's an insignificant role for nurses. The PhD for nurses offers the opportunity to consider a hypothesis of nursing practice, identified populations, or any assumption- investigate the current literature, identify the gaps, and engage in inquiry if needed. This is the development of new nursing knowledge BY us. Either route is beneficial to the profession, one should dive deeper into what it is they desire to do post degree to determine which fits better. Keep the discussion going- either is an added value.

[@InMyLayne]

Totally agree with you Tracey that nursing PhDs and nursing research are highly valuable! PhDs and DNPs are different but equally vital to the nursing profession.

[@vanessaphd]

I am not a nurse and have a PhD in couple and family therapy (different field) and some of my literature review included research from nursing journals. It was so helpful. Research is misunderstood. It really is what helps moves fields forward by collaborating, identifying, and addressing pertinent issues. It’s more than what people think.

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[@nussygyasi]

Great video very insightful.thanks a lot and keep up the good work

[@InMyLayne]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed it! ☺️

[@shreyaalishachhatre281]

Hello, Thank you for this video it was very nice to sum up all the options. Am currently pursuing my BSC which is almost done. And i really wanted to know, are there any teaching opportunities in doing DNP. Like will i have both clinical and teaching options?

[@InMyLayne]

Getting a doctoral degree definitely sets you up nicely to teach! There is a DNP (Executive Leadership) that I don't believe is as clinically based so be mindful of that.

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[@charisseallen1797]

Would you happen to know of any scholarship resources for students returning for DNP?

[@brik8319]

Check out HCAI, not sure where you live but every state has something similar to this gov program. They also help repay loans to for healthcare workers. Good luck ❤

[@pemubomjan4032]

Is Dnp and npcc same?

[@goofyyaya15]

Hey! Can you tell me the path you took? Like did you get your BSN to MSN FNP then DNP or BSN and did a bridge program into DNP?

[@InMyLayne]

I did a BSN to DNP program!

[@goofyyaya15]

@@InMyLayne Okay! So in the BSN to DNP program, do you do a lot of research and clinical rotations together or is it more of research tied into everything? Was it a lot of research?

[@InMyLayne]

So the research aspect is more so in a PhD program but quality improvement and evidence-based practice is more emphasized in the DNP. The diagnosis & management classes were separate from my evidence based practice classes

[@deepshikanagarkoti7144]

Hi Layna. I have taken neuroscience for my bachelor degree. After graduation in neuroscience can we able to join msn?

[@e.k.a_26]

Yes you can. There are Master of Nursing Graduate Entry route for people with non-nursing bachelor’s. Example: Case Western University

[@healthandwellness9482]

I Need to know how to apply

[@InMyLayne]

This video may help with that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3PRpqN5ZqZ0htU

[@InMyLayne]

Also look out for my new video on Thursday that will also give you more tips on the application process!

[@healthandwellness9482]

@@InMyLayne thank you so much and loads of love and blessings from India 🙏🙏

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[@NaturallyBlessed4C]

New subscriber here! I'm currently a DNP student. Done in December. Looking forward to more of your videos.

[@InMyLayne]

Thanks for subscribing and congrats for being so close to graduating! 🥳 I plan to have a ton more videos! If there's a topic in particular you're interested in, please let me know! ☺️

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[@Rise.of.Artemis]

Thank you for this fabulous video as to how and why you chose BSN-DNP over MSN. I can totally see how that really is the better option for you and for some who may be deciding between the two paths. I chose MS in FNP eight years ago because I really wanted to focus on clinical skills. I didn’t have any interest in leadership at the time. And tbh I really never saw myself ever in a leadership position. Fast forward nearly ten years later, I’m part clinical, part administrative. I conduct monthly QI meetings on antibiotic stewardship on our virtual medicine platform. Clearly… I was wrong about leadership interests 😂. So I’m going back to get my DNP, and it really ended up being a blessing because I’m expected to work full time (yay! No one or almost no one worked full time during my MS-FNP program), and I get tuition assistance from my employer. This is a win-win for me ❤

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This is great Layne. Thank you so much for sharing! #blackgirlmagic

[@InMyLayne]

Thanks for watching girl ❤️☺️

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[@hanhan9326]

Can someone with a bsn(no masters) obtain a DNP? If so, is it also possible to obtain the DNP if your BSN degree was earned abroad?

[@InMyLayne]

Yes it is! Most of the students in my program did not have an MSN before starting the program. You want to look for BSN to DNP programs but there are plenty of them to choose from. As for if your BSN was obtained abroad, I think that will depend on the particular program and what their application requirements are. Definitely worth talking to the admissions office about!

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[@susannaisrael4180]

Peace sis, this was a great informative video, especially from someone who looks like me. We appreciate this breakdown! Great video.

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[@faisalnasser5902]

Hello Lyane my name is Faisal I’m from Saudi Arabia I have wondering question about DNP I know student at Nursing Diploma (clinical Master degree ) after Bachelors finished , my question can join a DNP in America or they will accept me ?

[@InMyLayne]

That's a great question but to be quite honest, I'm not sure. This would be a good question to ask schools that you apply to as well as the state board of nursing that you're interested in!

[@kazeemomolara-elizabeth8410]

Great video. Can a person proceed to do PhD after DNP?

[@adegbolaoluwawamiri3027]

Can a BSN with an MSN (from the UK( apply for the DNP programme

[@InMyLayne]

That's a great question! I'm not as familiar with UK MSN programs but I would think it would depend on the school you apply to!

[@abbypearlempire]

Good job sis and thanks for this video. I was attracted to watch 'cos I have someone close to me that is almost done with BSC Cursing. Also new on KZbin and I appreciates great talents and career women when I see them. You are doing great and I wish you all the best.

[@InMyLayne]

You are most welcome! Wish you the best as well!!

[@Lilthis_n_that]

I thought DNP and PhD were both doctorates in nursing

[@InMyLayne]

They both considered nursing doctoral degrees but one focuses more on research and the only on translating evidence into practice. Hope that helps!

[@nnekaeziri3868]

Thank you for making this video! I am an ED RN and I am conflicted as to if I should go for the family nurse practitioner MSN degree or the DNP degree. I have outpatient primary care experience which I enjoyed but I am not sure if I'll like to stay in primary care for the rest of my career. Can FNP's work in hospitals or other specialties? Why did you chose FNP over ACNP or CRNA school?

[@InMyLayne]

Great questions! Generally speaking, FNPs aren't supposed to work inpatient because our education really only covers outpatient care. You could potentially get into some legal issues with that especially depending on the state where you practice. FNPs can work in different outpatient specialty areas though (Pulm, Derm, Neuro, GI, etc)! I knew that I didn't want to work inpatient lol and I want to be on more of the preventative side of healthcare and have a more intimate impact on my patients' lives than I think I would as a CRNA

[@patricecool7747]

Nice video! How hard was it for you when you were getting masters?

[@InMyLayne]

Hi! I actually went straight from BSN to DNP 😊

[@mamtakhadka5577]

​@@InMyLaynecan i go straight from gerontology course(pg) to dnp could you please reply❤

[@myle6749]

The acoustic guitar in the background...

[@elainzetamaniacup6760]

Hi. Thank you for the very informative video! I am a BSN, RN- currently working as HD nurse, and interested to take a DNP program and to be a CRNA too. It is possible?

[@InMyLayne]

Anything is possible! Most CRNA programs I'm familiar with require a couple of years of ICU or PACU experience though

[@genesiskatban-lr4nz]

Which University did you go to ?

[@yasminnazario3134]

does it matter what kind of msn degree you have before entering fnp or dnp

[@nslyl7099]

Very nice video. And congratulations

[@chloenguyen4316]

Hello!! I'm currently in school to become an RN. How long after I become an RN would it take for me to become a DNP?

[@InMyLayne]

I discuss this more in one of my other videos "Experience you need before FNP school". That might help you! DNP school itself is usually 3-5 years long

[@tingztakstym9269]

@@InMyLayne Can you share the link to the video please I'm a new subscriber n I want to know more about DNP

[@fisherbredrup]

Wow you are good. You broke that down and made it simple with such ease. Thank you for giving me a understanding.

[@temishobitan3204]

What does an FNP or pmhnp fall under?

[@gauridake2438]

What can be done after BSN +MSN

[@InMyLayne]

So much depending on what your MSN was in!

[@gauridake2438]

@@InMyLayne it was in CVTN

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❤

[@ladymei2149]

which school offers phd?

[@InMyLayne]

A lot of schools are offering this now! Here is a link to get your research started: www.nursingprocess.org/online-phd-in-nursing-programs/

[@ladymei2149]

@@InMyLayne thank you

[@ronaldchisholm2268]

It appears that you’ve selected the best career route. Due to the continued waves of retirements by Baby-Boomer & Gen Xer physicians, rural American communities will suffer greatly. So, the expectation is that DNPs with additional advanced medical training will step-in as medical practitioners. Although there’s a Physician Associate workforce, it will be difficult hiring them. Especially, serving beyond suburban America into the vast hinterlands. However, medical services in the hinterlands is predicated on luring nurses especially DNPs as primary medical/nurse practitioners. Now, this has been happening on the down-low for some time anyway. And DNPs & NPs statuses were propelled by former NYS Governor Cuomo when he mandated that only BSN trained nurses are eligible for employment in NYC & NYS hospitals. RNs with AAS degrees or diplomas were relegated to nursing facilities. And he was right because NYers should expect the best nursing clinical services based on the exorbitant billing rates that they’re saddled with. It was a gutsy call but it had a positive impact. While in NC, I met DNPs & NPs that possessed not only an MSN, but also with 2 additional graduate degrees. And I see why because NC residents expect the most for their medical dollars also. They receive hefty medical bills from Duke, Wake Forest, Atruim Health and UNC-Hospitals. The cheapest hospital systems belong to the VA Medical Centers.

[@InMyLayne]

I still feel very good about the route that I chose! I do think that the MSN can definitely be an option for a lot of nurses as well!

[@Mkpurunmadiary]

Am an RN with Associate degree. I wanted to go for top up RN- MSN What do you advise ?

[@InMyLayne]

I think that's definitely a great option! I know that with those degree programs you can get both your BSN and MSN in as little as 2 years depending on the program. You could always apply for a MSN to DNP program afterwards if that's something you think you may be interested in in the future! Of course the length of time this will take all depends on how much time you have and other commitments you are juggling. Wish you all the best!

[@morganhumphrey5587]

did ur career and job duties change with dnp degree

[@InMyLayne]

Yes! I'm now a nurse practitioner which means I can diagnoses conditions and prescribe medications which is different from what I was doing as an RN! The DNP also qualifies me to work in different leadership & quality improvement roles :)