Bellarmine University

Nursing Programs Offered

RN to BSN Program Details

The purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is to provide basic professional education. Graduates are prepared to function independently or in collaboration with other health care providers to serve individuals and families in hospitals and community settings. The program is designed to encourage students’ active participation in achieving program outcomes. Upon completion of the program, the graduates will have a recognition of and desire for continuing professional development and a sound foundation for pursuing graduate education in nursing.

Graduates of the BSN program will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the application of critical thinking skills.
2. Communicate effectively through oral, written, and technological means.
3. Use therapeutic nursing interventions in accordance with the ANA standards of care.
4. Function as a professional in accordance with the ANA standards of professional performance.
5. Develop caring relationships that facilitate health and healing.
6. Demonstrate leadership and political awareness to foster advocacy, health promotion, and health care delivery.
7. Provide service to the profession and community.
8. Possess the foundation for graduate education and the pursuit of lifelong learning.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW #530, Washington, DC 20036, tel. (202) 887–6791.

BSN Program Details

The purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is to provide basic professional education. Graduates are prepared to function independently or in collaboration with other health care providers to serve individuals and families in hospitals and community settings. The program is designed to encourage students’ active participation in achieving program outcomes. Upon completion of the program, the graduates will have recognition of and desire for continuing professional development and a sound foundation for pursuing graduate education in nursing.

BSN Program Objectives
Graduates of the BSN program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the application of critical thinking skills.
2. Communicate effectively through oral, written, and technological means.
3. Use therapeutic nursing interventions in accordance with the ANA standards of care.
4. Function as a professional in accordance with the ANA standards of professional performance.
5. Develop caring relationships that facilitate health and healing.
6. Demonstrate leadership and political awareness to foster advocacy, health promotion, and health care delivery.
7. Provide service to the profession and community.
8. Possess the foundation for graduate education and the pursuit of lifelong learning.

MSN Program Details

The purpose of the Master of Science in Nursing is to prepare nurses to improve nursing practice through the advancement of theories of nursing and research. The graduate of this program is prepared in nursing education, nursing administration, or advanced nursing practice. Consistent with Bellarmine’s goal to prepare leaders for our society, graduate students in nursing will be able to effect change within health care.

The graduate program leading to the Master of Science in Nursing builds on the baccalaureate degree. The curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of students, while maintaining a sound academic program in nursing. Each student formulates his or her educational goals with a faculty advisor and maintains a close liaison with the advisor throughout the program of studies. The family nurse practitioner (FNP) track is designed for full-time or part-time study, while the administration and education tracks may be pursued on a part-time basis.

Graduates of the MSN program will be able to:

-Synthesize advanced theoretical, empirical, and ethical knowledge to influence nursing practice.
-Demonstrate competence in a professional role in administration, education, or clinical practice.
-Use research skills to identify practice and system problems, initiate change, and improve outcomes.
-Assume leadership roles that contribute to social, cultural, economic, and political changes to improve health care delivery, health promotion and disease prevention, and to advance professional nursing.

Accelerated BSN Program Details

The one-year accelerated second degree BSN program is specifically designed for the individual holding a bachelors degree in another field who is drawn to the rich and diverse experience that nursing offers. This intensive 12-month program allows students to master clinical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to assume nursing’s vital role in today’s dynamic healthcare environment. Students will be able to change careers efficiently in a climate that recognizes your previous experiences. This program consists of three semesters and each semester is divided into two seven-week sessions.

We also offer a two-year accelerated option and a three-year part time option. These formats are designed for people who want to become a registered nurse but would like to advance at a less intense pace. Space is limited in these special formats.

Students in the Second Degree BSN Program:

-master clinical skills and theoretical knowledge
-find opportunity to change careers efficiently
-experience a climate that recognizes personal experiences
-builds on the strength of previous education

All full-time nursing faculty are registered nurses (RNs).

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW #530, Washington, DC 20036, tel. (202) 887– 6791.

The purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is to provide basic professional
education. Graduates are prepared to function independently or in collaboration with other health care providers to serve individuals and families in hospitals and community settings. The program is designed to encourage students’ active participation in achieving program outcomes. Upon completion of the program, the graduates will have a recognition of and desire for continuing professional development and a sound foundation for pursuing graduate education in nursing.

Graduates of the BSN program will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the application of critical thinking skills.
2. Communicate effectively through oral, written, and technological means.
3. Use therapeutic nursing interventions in accordance with the ANA standards of care.
4. Function as a professional in accordance with the ANA standards of professional performance.
5. Develop caring relationships that facilitate health and healing.
6. Demonstrate leadership and political awareness to foster advocacy, health promotion, and health care delivery.
7. Provide service to the profession and community.
8. Possess the foundation for graduate education and the pursuit of lifelong learning.