RN to MSN downside?

Hello! I have recently listened to the debate of "over educated,under experienced". Even some who think an MSN is a waste of education offering little advancement opportunities. What are your thoughts on this?
I am starting a RN(ADN) to MSN-Leadership Management program because I love being a nurse and I think education will help me become a better nurse. I need and want more experience and do not expect to obtain some high up leadership position immediately after completing my degree. I still want to do bedside nursing and my long term goal is case management. Those with an MSN have you been looked over at a bedside job because they deemed you "overqualified"?
If your long term goal is case management, an MSN is not required.What is required is EXPERIENCE towards case management that can be acquired without a masters degree.There are other avenues available to obtain a CM position.
Yes. I currently hold a case management position. I love school and have the means to continue and am excited to earn a higher degree than ADN. It's not just for career reasons I think it will help me take better care of my patients. Experience is the best thing but I can't see education as hindering much either, while I gain more experience.
Quote from chrty_knoxYes. I currently hold a case management position. I love school and have the means to continue and am excited to earn a higher degree than ADN. It's not just for career reasons I think it will help me take better care of my patients. Experience is the best thing but I can't see education as hindering much either, while I gain more experience.
Thanks for your reply! I currently hold a per diem case management job and am getting experience. I should of specified that landing a full time case management position with a larger case load is part of my goal. The company I currently work for only has 1 client in my area so my expertise is limited but it should expand in the near future
As far as I know, the only 'downside' associated with obtaining an MSN has to do with the increased level of accountability that comes with advanced clinical education. This is applicable to AP nurses, as well as those with clinical specialty certifications. Your liability insurance carrier can provide you with details.