As the healthcare environment becomes much more complex, with sicker patients, there is an increased need for coordinated care and critical care decisions for the chronic disease management. Recommendations from the Institute of Medicine (IOM) resolution regarding the future of nursing aim to increase the percentage of nurses with a bachelor's degree from 50 to 80 percent by 2020. My decision to go for it in this experience was not based on this recommendation but I have the privilege to be part of this percentage called to extend our education to a higher level, thus meeting this requirement. This training prepares me to be better equipped for leadership and more advanced roles in practice management, research skills, collaboration, teamwork gaps, care of diverse populations, and grounded practice on evidence. With 29 years of experience, coupled with a BSN degree, this ensures I have the knowledge and ability to function effectively in these roles with enhanced mentoring and critical thinking skills. The Institute of Medicine requires nurses to be better able to master the innovative technological tools needed to improve patient care. As I move into leadership positions, I am already contributing to the recruitment and retention of nurses for advancement by encouraging my colleagues and new graduates to pursue higher education and providing them with information on financial aid. Being an experienced preceptor will only expand my ability to ensure their success (Academic Progression in Nursing, 2014). The Affordable Care Act of 2010 posed many challenges to the healthcare system and specific expectations were placed on the nursing profession. to cope with constantly evolving changes. Nurses are encouraged to progress to the doctoral level, doubling the percentage by 2020. Once I complete the BSN degree, within a few weeks I will be able to pursue the master's and doctoral levels for serve as a researcher, nurse professor, or as a primary care provider, currently in dire need, as fewer than 1 percent of advanced nurses are estimated to have a doctorate degree. I am passionate about precepting and mentoring, so I plan to advance to that level (Institute of Medicine of the National Academics, 2011). Obtaining the doctorate will provide me with the expertise needed to meet challenges and better interact with physicians and healthcare executives (Sacred Heart University, 2013). A doctorate will certainly allow me to become more involved in the provision of safe, accessible, cost-effective and quality patient-centered care, with a focus on primary care and public health in community settings..