Bachelor of Science in Nursing

The Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing provides a curriculum based on the solid foundation of a general studies program. University students are individuals who come with learning preferences, different experiences, varied goals, and therefore, have unique learning needs. The primary responsibility of faculty is to empower students to become self-directed learners. Active learning is a teaching/learning partnership. Undergraduate Program Outcomes - BSN Program Synthesize knowledge from the arts and sciences in the practice of professional nursing. Demonstrate leadership by application of quality improvement processes in the provision of safe client care across the lifespan. Demonstrate evidence-based practice in the care of clients, families, and communities. Manage data, information, and technology to inform and guide nursing practice. Engage in political and regulatory processes relevant to health care systems and the provision of safe care. Collaborate with the interprofessional team in the delivery of evidence-based client-centered care. Use health promotion, disease prevention, and risk reduction strategies in caring for clients, families, and communities. Demonstrate behaviors that reflect the nursing code of ethics, professional and legal standards, and the values of nursing as a caring profession. Graduates receive the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, and upon successful completion of the licensure examination, are eligible to practice as registered nurses. Completion of the baccalaureate degree is a requirement for admission to graduate study leading to advanced nursing practice. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program Options The Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing offers a baccalaureate program with three options to obtain the BSN degree: Basic BSN - a four-year on-campus BSN option for the student wishing to become a registered nurse at the baccalaureate level. Bachelors Reach for Accelerated Nursing Degree (BRAND) - an accelerated BSN outreach option for the student who has already achieved a previous non-nursing baccalaureate degree and wishes to become a registered nurse at the baccalaureate level. RN/BSN Completion - an online BSN completion option for the registered nurse who wishes to become a baccalaureate prepared nurse.