Program Level - Bachelor's degree
16 Months –120 Semester Credits
Program Description
16 Months –120 Semester Credits
The RN to BSN program develops the Registered Nurses ability to analyze and apply research and evidence-based practice models into various healthcare environments. Through the application of theory, research, and translation of outcomes, the student will analyze clients, community, public health, technology, aging, and vulnerable populations with a focus on healthcare quality, safety, and improved outcomes. This program prepares the successful and previously licensed registered nurse graduate to continue in their current employment, seek additional employment opportunities or assume additional responsibilities within the field of nursing or healthcare.
End of Program Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the graduate will be able to:
Credential Issued
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Programmatic Accreditation Status
The Baccalaureate nursing program at Miami Regional University located in Miami Springs is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Baccalaureate nursing program is Initial Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at
http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm
Student Achievement Data
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, RN to BSN | ||
Graduation Rate | Placement Rate | Licensure Rate |
---|---|---|
2019 – 2020 | ||
100% (n=19) | 100% (n=19) | NA |
Graduation Rate | Placement Rate | Licensure Rate |
2018 – 2019 | ||
67.50% (n=42) | 96.15% (n=42) | NA |
Delivery Mode
This program is offered face-to-face (onsite).
GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES | |
Transfer Credits | Credits |
---|---|
Florida Registered Nursing License | 41 |
General Education Requirements | Credits |
Sciences | 16 |
English and Communications | 9 |
Humanities | 3 |
Mathematics | 6 |
Social Sciences | 6 |
Total General Education Credits | 40 |
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (RN‐BSN) | |||
Semester I | CREDITS | HOURS | |
---|---|---|---|
NUR3000 | Professional Roles in Healthcare | 3 | 45 |
NUR3100 | Cultural Diversity in Healthcare | 3 | 45 |
NUR3200 | Health and Physical Assessment | 3 | 45 |
Semester I Total: | 9 | 135 | |
Semester II | CREDITS | HOURS | |
NUR3300 | Healthcare Informatics and Technology | 3 | 45 |
NUR3400 | Care of the Aging Population (Includes Clinical) | 4 | 90 |
NUR3010 | Nutrition | 3 | 45 |
Semester II Total: | 10 | 180 | |
Semester III | CREDITS | HOURS | |
NUR3500 | Nursing Theory | 3 | 45 |
NUR4100 | Research and Evidence Based Practice | 3 | 45 |
NUR4200 | Community and Public Health Nursing (Includes Clinical) | 4 | 90 |
Semester III Total: | 10 | 180 | |
Semester IV | CREDITS | HOURS | |
NUR4300/td> | Vulnerable and Underserved Populations (Includes Clinical) | 4 | 90 |
NUR4400 | Quality and Safety in Healthcare | 3 | 45 |
NUR4900 | RN to BSN Capstone | 3 | 45 |
Semester IV Total: | 10 | 180 | |
Program Totals: | 120 | 945 |
Admission Requirements
In addition to the general admission requirements and procedures, prospective students considering admission to the RN to BSN program must:
Credits for Nursing License
Applicants must hold an Have an active Registered Nursing license for the state of Florida or participating Compact state prior to enrollment. Upon verification of licensure, 41 credits will be awarded upon entering the final course (NUR4900) and prior to graduation.
General Education Requirements
There are 40 general education semester credits required to complete the program, which are comprised of 16 Science credits, 9 English Composition and Communications credits, 3 Humanities credits, 6 Mathematics credits, and 6 Social Science credits.
The following criteria must be met to satisfy the general education requirements:
16 Science Credits – 12 credits must include Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab, Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab, and Microbiology with Lab. The remaining 4 credits may include Biochemistry, Biochemistry Lab, Chemistry, Chemistry Lab, Physics, Physics Lab, Comprehensive Pathophysiology, and Comprehensive Pathophysiology Lab.
9 English Composition and Communication Credits – 9 credits must include English Composition I, English Composition II, and Report Writing and Research Methods.
3 Humanities Credits – 3 credits may include Introduction to Literature or Philosophy. Another general humanities course may be considered.
6 Mathematics Credits – 3 credits must include Statistics. The remaining 3 credits may consist of College Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, or other general mathematics courses, which include a prerequisite of College Algebra or equivalent.
6 Social Science Credits – 6 credits must include Growth and Development and General Psychology.
Prerequisite for Nursing Concentration (Core) Courses for the RN to BSN Program Option
All students must have a GPA of 2.5 (letter grade of C) or higher on a 4.0 scale in all the required general education courses prior to starting nursing concentration (core) courses.
Specific Course Grading Requirements
Students must successfully pass all components of nursing (NUR) concentration courses to receive a passing grade. Failing any component (lecture, lab, simulation and externship) will result in a recorded grade of “F” for all components of the course attempted.
Nursing Concentration Course Failure
Only one repeat of the SAME nursing concentration course (NUR) is permitted for students enrolled in the nursing program. A second failure of the SAME nursing concentration course (NUR) will result in the student being dismissed from the nursing program. Failing three nursing concentration courses (NUR) of any combination, including courses repeated, will result in the student being dismissed from the nursing program. A grade of “WF” is treated as a course failure. Students with two “W” grades for the same course shall be considered as a single course failure. A student with a total of three “W” grades in the same course or with a total of three “W” grades in any combination of nursing concentration courses shall be dismissed from the nursing program.
General Education Course Failure
Only one repeat of the SAME general education course is permitted for students enrolled in the nursing program. A second failure of the SAME general education course will result in the student being dismissed from the nursing program. Failing three general education courses of any combination, including courses repeated, will result in the student being dismissed from the nursing program.
Graduation Requirements:
A Bachelor of Science in Nursing will be issued to each student who successfully completes the program requirements and satisfies graduation requirements: