2014-2015 Innovations Magazine

i nnovations • 20 UNDERgRADUATE pROgRAMS The continuous commitment and engagement of students are integral to the growth and excellence of NSU’s College of Nursing. The R.N. to B.S.N. program combines internal and external partnerships with cre- ative and innovative application of nursing knowledge to prepare a future generation of nursing leaders. Threading evidence-based research into our courses assists the student to develop new ways of critically thinking and understanding nursing trends that are permeating the community as well as assimilating best practices for better patient outcomes. The R.N. to B.S.N. program fosters an environment of learning through the use of Web-based technology, preparing the baccalaure- ate-level nurse to assume roles in health care business, nursing lead- ership, and education upon completion of the four-semester program. The R.N. to M.S.N. program meets the same objectives as the B.S.N. program; however, students will obtain a bachelor’s degree upon com- pletion of that track and complete two dual courses that serve as six- credit hours towards the B.S.N. and M.S.N., saving the M.S.N. student one semester during the M.S.N. portion of the program of study. Students meeting the necessary criteria will be eligible to apply for the clinical Advanced Practice Registered Nurse program or one of the nonclinical programs, such as health system leadership, nursing edu- cation, or nursing informatics. The future holds many new and wonderful opportunities for the Col- lege of Nursing. Through continued student-faculty partnerships, many research opportunities can be afforded to interested students. Cultivating a climate for multidisciplinary scientific inquiry will further engage the students and may potentially develop collaborative bonds, providing for alumni involvement and lifelong learning. R.N. TO b.S.N./M.S.N. NURSINg pROgRAM