Nursing (RN to BSN) 

Overview

This 100% online, non-residency BSN program prepares women who are already registered nurses (RNs) to expand their professional career options and stay competitive in an ever-changing health care environment. 

Depending on your prior earned credits, you may be able to graduate with your BSN from The American Women's College in approximately 18 to 24 months. All nurses are eligible for a minimum of 30 transfer credits, and possibly up to 84 towards their BSN degree.

Successful candidates for this Nursing (RN to BSN) offered by Bay Path University  will:

• Be a registered nurse with education from a nursing program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the National League for Nursing 

• Currently licensed and in good standing as a registered nurse in the United States (must provide proof)   

This program is designed specifically for the Registered Nurse (RN) seeking to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. Students engage in a curriculum that is designed to support each student’s personal and professional career goals. Students learn vital information and essential skills that built on their current knowledge and skills to meet the demands of clients in the dynamic healthcare environment. Students evaluate the professional nursing role and enhance their skills and knowledge in the areas of health assessment, ethical decision making, communication, leadership, and research. Students learn new skills and knowledge through real-world case studies, challenging assignments, and best practice simulations. Dedicated, experienced nursing faculty provide students with the most current and relevant evidence-based information in a highly supportive environment with individual mentorship and guidance. Students reinforce their critical thinking and problem-solving skills by identifying, analyzing, and effectively addressing healthcare challenges drawn from the current or developing issues in the healthcare workplace.

The program’s breadth and depth ensure the baccalaureate student integrates the knowledge and skills necessary to attain critical practice focused outcomes, and that students develop and refine knowledge and skills necessary to manage care as part of a highly-skilled, professional interdisciplinary team. The program is based on the AACN, Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing and Massachusetts Nurse of the Future Core Competencies and Bay Path Thumbprint Aspirations & Supportive Values, which meet all national requirements. 

Accreditation

Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education