Nurses provide patients with critical care and support physicians in the care and management of patients. Nurses work in various settings within and outside of the healthcare sector. Their most common place of employment are clinics, long-term care facilities, schools, insurance companies, medical offices, and nursing homes. Nurses holding a bachelor nursing degree have expanded opportunities for employment. They qualify for positions in hospitals, especially in magnet hospitals where there’s a commitment to excellence in care. Magnet hospitals invest in their nurses to encourage academic and professional development. The BSN degree supports the development of clinical reasoning, research skills, health promotion, and community care. The RN-to-BSN program is designed for registered nurses to complete the BSN degree online so there’s no interruption of their work schedules and other commitments. Graduates may qualify for expanded opportunities in leadership, management, and specialty roles.
College of Southern Nevada
The RN to BSN program at CSN is designed for nurses who have already completed an AS or AAS in Nursing and have passed the licensing exam to become a registered nurse. The curriculum builds upon the associate degree and emphasizes the urban community. Coursework is delivered online for convenience. It integrates principles of nursing theory, leadership, research, and evidence-based practice for students to function as competent BSN prepared nurses. Graduates will demonstrate clinical reasoning and research skills. They will be eligible for opportunities that involve a broader scope of practice in leadership, management, and specialty roles.
Program Outline
Credits: 36 credits
Duration: 3 semesters
Method of instruction: Online
Course titles:
General education courses: English Composition, Psychology, Sociology, Psychology II, Communications, World Languages or Introduction to Philosophy, Art or Music 101, Chemistry
Core courses – Understanding the Role of the BSN Prepared Nurse, Cultural Diversity in Healthcare, Information Systems and Quality Management, Scholarly Writing, Health Assessment and Health Promotion, Alterations of Pathophysiology and Nursing Process, Evidence-Based Practice and Research in Nursing, Nursing Care of the Urban Population, Information Systems and Quality Management, Nursing Care of the Urban Population (Practicum), Advanced Pharmacology for Urban Nursing Practice, Nursing Systems: Policy, Power, and Practice in Urban Settings, Nursing in Systems: Policy, Power, and Practice in Urban Settings (Practicum)
Admission criteria:
- Must apply for admission to CSN
- Submit official transcripts of previous coursework
- Submit proof of an unencumbered Nevada RN licensure
- Must have completed an accredited AS or AAS Degree Nursing program
- Must have a minimum of 60 combined credits of nursing and general education courses
- Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 in all nursing coursework
- Must have at least six months of work experience as an RN within the last two years
- Must show proof of CPR certification and health insurance
- Must have current immunization – Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella, Tdap
- Must have a negative TB test and urine drug screen
- Must complete a physical exam and official background check
Program Cost:
Tuition for the RN-to BSN courses is $6660 for resident students. The cost of prerequisites and general education requirements is not included. Other expenses include fees, books, uniforms, supplies, CPR certification, E-value, physical exam, immunizations, urine drug screen, background and health record check, and medical insurance.
Website: https://www.csn.edu/
Address: 6375 West Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89146
Phone: (702) 651-5649
Nevada State College
The online RN to BSN track at Nevada State College prepares registered nurses to provide advanced care to patients, families, communities, and societies. They will learn to apply the art and science and nursing. The program is open to registered nurses who have completed an associate degree in nursing and hold a current encumbered license. Students may transfer up to 38 general education course credits and earn 37 prior learning credits for the NCLEX. They will learn from faculty who are certified as online instructors and committed to their success. Students will participate in an online practice experience for program synthesis. Some general education courses may be required for completion of the BSN.
Program Outline
Credits: 36 credits
Duration: 3 semesters
Method of instruction: Online
Course titles:
General education courses: English Composition, Psychology, Sociology, Psychology II, Communications, World Languages or Introduction to Philosophy, Art or Music 101, Chemistry
Core courses – Theory of Caring Science, Conceptual Bases of Nursing, Holistic Health Assessment, Nursing in the Global Environment, Bioethics and Health Informatics, Theory and Practice of Conscious Dying, Biostatics for Nursing, Care of Aging Populations, Scholarly Inquiry of Nursing, Engaging in Leadership & Health Policy, Caring in Nursing Communities, Synthesis of Professional Nursing
Admission criteria:
- Must apply for admission to NSC
- Submit official transcripts of previous coursework
- Must have a current, unencumbered RN licensure in the state of residence
- Must have an associate degree or diploma in Nursing program
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 in all nursing coursework
- Must show proof of CPR certification and health insurance
- Must have current immunization – Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella, Tdap
- Must have a negative TB test and urine drug screen
- Must complete a physical exam and official background check
Program Cost:
Tuition costs $8,010 for the nursing courses for resident students. It includes fees. Additional costs for books, uniforms, supplies, CPR certification, immunizations, urine drug screen, background check, and medical insurance must be covered by the student.
Website: https://online.nsc.edu/
Address: 1300 Nevada State Drive, Henderson, NV 89002
Phone: 844-749-8045
Touro University Nevada
The RN-BSN program at Touro Nevada prepares registered nurses for unique opportunities in the nursing profession. The program is delivered online and there are no requirements for travel. Students will have the convenience of continuing their education to the bachelor degree while working as a registered nurse. They will develop essential skills in research, health policy, leadership, patient care, and health information systems. Competitive tuition rates make nursing career goals accessible to nurses. Students are accepted based on qualification. The program operates on a rolling admission basis until the cohort is filled. There are three start dates per year.
Program Outline
Credits: 36 credits
Duration: 3 semesters
Method of instruction: Online
Course titles:
General education courses: English Composition, Psychology, Sociology, Psychology II, Communications, World Languages or Introduction to Philosophy, Art or Music 101, Chemistry
Core courses – New Student Orientation, Transition to Professional Practice, Research and Scholarly Inquiry for Evidence Based Practice in Nevada, Nursing US/Nevada Constitution, Nevada Constitution, Health Delivery, Information Management and Technology in Nursing, Nursing Health Assessment and Pharmacology, Pathophysiology for Nurses, Family Community, & Global Population Based Care, Health Policy and Leadership in Nursing, Interprofessional Education
Admission criteria:
- Must hold an ADN nursing degree from a program of nursing that is accredited by national or regional accreditation body
- Must hold an active, unencumbered RN license in state of residence
- Must submit official transcripts from institutions of higher education attended
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must submit a completed NursingCAS application and/or Touro Nevada application
- Must submit evidence of a nursing degree
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all nursing coursework
Program Cost:
The estimated cost of tuition for the RN-BSN education is $10,350 – for up to 36 credits. The cost does not include fees, textbooks, and supplies.
Website: https://tun.touro.edu/
Address: 874 American Pacific Drive, Henderson NV 89014
Phone: (702) 777-8687
Las Vegas College
The RN to BSN program offered by Las Vegas College is 100% online and designed for students who are already registered nurses. RNs may enroll to earn the BSN degree and take their careers to the next level. The program will emphasize critical thinking, community health, case management, health promotion, and leadership skills. It will build on students’ existing knowledge of the theories, concepts, and principles of nursing and focus on nursing research, bioethics, leadership, and health assessment. Dedicated program faculty will be accessible to all students. Graduates will qualify for positions in hospitals, clinical, medical offices, and other health care facilities. They will know how to address complex acute and chronic health issues that are prevalent in the health care system of today and commit to the continuation of professional growth through life-long learning.
Program Outline
Credits: 90 quarter credits
Duration: 15 months
Method of instruction: Online
Course titles:
General education courses: Essentials of Pathophysiology, Essentials of Pathophysiology Lab, Oral Communication, Health Information Technology, Modern Issues in Ethics, Critical Thinking, World History, Psychology, Sociology, Statistics for Medical Professionals
Core courses – Nursing and Personal Crisis Management, Health Assessment, Health Assessment Lab, Leadership for Effective Health Care Systems, Scholarly Inquiry and Foundations of Nursing Research, Complex Client Issues in Today’s Health Care System, Community and Population Health Nursing, Community and Population Health Nursing Clinical, Transition to the Profession, Transcultural Nursing and Health Care, RN to BSN Capstone
Admission criteria:
- Must hold an ADN nursing degree from a program of nursing that is accredited by national or regional accreditation body
- Must hold an active, unencumbered RN license in state of residence
- Must submit official transcripts from previous college coursework
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must apply for admission to the program
- Evidence of current nursing degree required
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all nursing coursework
Program Cost:
The program cost of $13,450 includes tuition for 129 quarter credits, books, supplies, uniforms, and registration fee.
Website: https://lvcollege.edu/
Address: 8410 N. Rafael Rivera Way, Las Vegas, NV 89113
Phone: 702-745-8750
University of Nevada, Reno
The RN to BSN program at the University of Nevada, Reno is designed for persons who have graduated from an associate degree program in nursing and who want to complete a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Those who are completing the final two semesters of an associate degree program may also apply to the program throughout concurrent enrollment admissions. Previous coursework completed in the ADN must meet all University Silver Core Requirements for applicants to qualify for admission. Applicants may receive 30-semester credits for completion of the prelicensure nursing requirements through a credit by exam review of their portfolios. Graduates will receive the BSN degree and be eligible for positions in various health care facilities. New classes begin in the spring, summer, or fall.
Program Outline
Credits: 36 credits
Duration: 3 to 5 semesters
Method of instruction: Online
Course titles:
General education courses: Composition I, Composition II, Fundamentals of College Mathematics, General Chemistry, General Psychology, Artistic Composition, United States History, Population and Global Health
Core courses – Health Care Statistics and Nursing Research, Gerontology, Social Justice in Health Care, Legal and Ethical Issues in Nursing, Population and Global Health, Advanced Leadership and Management for Professional Nursing, Dimensions of Health and Wellness, Nursing Leadership Application, Quality Measurement in an Electronic Age, Health Care Policy, Regulation, and Financing
Admission criteria:
- Must have graduated from a nationally and regionally accredited program of nursing with a minimum of 24 transferrable college credits
- Must have a current and unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in the U.S.
- Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA in all previously completed coursework
- Must have completed anatomy and physiology and microbiology requirements with a minimum grade C
- Concurrent enrolment is available for candidates who are enrolled in the final two semesters of an ADN program
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 and a grade of B or higher are required for concurrent enrolment
- Must be admitted to the University of Nevada, Reno
- Must submit transcripts for evaluation by the University Admissions Office
- Must submit an application for admission to the RN to BSN program at the Orvis School of Nursing
Program Cost:
Tuition costs $262.50 per credit hour for resident tuition. Students must cover the cost for books and supplies.
Website: https://www.unr.edu/
Address: 1664 N. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89557
Phone: (775) 784-1110