The Bachelor of Science in Nursing prepares graduates for the requirements of the NCLEX-RN examination offered by the National Council of State Board of Nursing (NCSBN). The BSN is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing. The curriculum integrates professional standards and competencies from the NLN Outcomes and Competencies for Graduates of Nursing Programs, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice, QSEN, Florida Board of Nursing Guidelines, and Healthy People 2030. Students will utilize the nursing process in assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of persons, families, and communities in diverse health care environments. The development of the teaching-learning process through critical thinking, clinical judgement, decision-making, problem-solving, collaborative teamwork and telehealth is promoted. These skills are within the context of the ethical-legal aspects of professional relations, and the value of life, health, and dignity of the whole person. A concentrated focus on the nurse as a leader to advocate for improved quality care, systemic change, and the unique role nursing contributes to the healthcare system is included. The curriculum consists of 120 credits and 825 combined clinical/simulation hours in medical, surgical, obstetric, pediatric, geriatric, psychiatric/mental health, and critical care nursing experience in appropriate facilities.
Employment Opportunities
- Registered Nurse
- Career/Technical Education Teachers
- Critical Care Nurses
The following information applies to the Associate of Science, Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Doctorate in Nursing Programs at the South Florida campus:
Effective September 8, 2022, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on September 8, 2024.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
http://www.acenursing.com/candidates/candidacy.asp(link is external)
Note: Upon granting of initial accreditation by the ACEN Board of Commissioners, the effective date of initial accreditation is the date on which the nursing program was approved by the ACEN as a candidate program that concluded in the Board of Commissioners granting initial accreditation.
The following information applies to the Associate of Science, Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Doctorate in Nursing Programs at the Tampa Bay campus:
Effective December 13, 2022, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on December 13, 2024.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
http://www.acenursing.com/candidates/candidacy.asp(link is external)
Note: Upon granting of initial accreditation by the ACEN Board of Commissioners, the effective date of initial accreditation is the date on which the nursing program was approved by the ACEN as a candidate program that concluded in the Board of Commissioners granting initial accreditation.