The American Association of Colleges of Nursing
Often times, the thing that patients remember most about their stay in a hospital is the care they received from the nurses there. While compassion can't be taught, the other skills nurses need to be successful certainly can.
The RN-BSN Nursing Progression Track at Western Michigan University prepares thoughtful, professional nurses who possess the skills, knowledge, and values necessary to deliver quality health care in the 21st century.
Some hospitals already require nurses to have a BSN degree. And many others have "BSN-preferred" hiring policies. WMU's Bronson School of Nursing has developed a unique program, specifically designed for RNs, that leads to the completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
The RN-BSN curriculum integrates knowledge from liberal arts, sciences, and the discipline of nursing. The program emphasizes the development of skills, knowledge, and the competencies essential for the scope of clinical judgment that distinguishes the practice of a professional nurse. Become a strong and well-rounded nurse with a degree from a university health leaders know and trust.
This program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The curriculum has been specifically designed for Registered Nurses.
Registered Nurses who are interested in applying can review the course requirements on the WMU Bronson School of Nursing website.
RNs return to school for a variety of reasons, including the potential for career advancement. Nurses in management with a BSN degree are able to serve in positions such as:
Additional opportunities such as research, teaching, managing a home health care clinic, or consulting are all options for nurses with a BSN.