| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-08-01 | - |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-05-01 | - |
Program Overview
This RN to BSN completion track prepares registered nurses for advanced roles in nursing. The program includes coursework in nursing concepts, leadership, health policy, and evidence-based practice. Students complete 90 hours of clinical practicum experiences and can choose between full-time (three semesters) or part-time (five semesters) options.
Program Outline
Outline:
The RN to BSN completion track curriculum includes a three semester sequence for full-time students and a five semester sequence for part-time students. Students may begin coursework fall semester (August), spring semester (January), or summer semester (May).
Full-Time Plan
- Fall Semester
- NURN 301: Nurse as a Scholar I, 1 hour
- NURN 302: Human Pathophysiology and Pharmacological Principles, 4 hours
- NURN 303: Professional Identity in Nursing, 3 hours
- NURN 304: Nursing Concepts and Theories in Health and Illness, 3 hours
- NURN 306: Health Policy for Professional Nursing Practice, 2 hours
- Spring Semester
- NURN 305: Health Assessment, 3 hours
- NURN 401: Leadership in Nursing, 3 hours
- NURN 402: Leadership in Nursing Practicum (Clinical), 1 hour
- NURN 406: Informatics for Quality and Safety, 3 hours
- NURN 405: Methods and Critical Appraisal for Evidence Based Practice, 3 hours
- Summer Semester
- NURN 403: Population and Global Health, 4 hours
- NURN 404: Population and Global Health Practicum (Clinical), 1 hour
- NURN 410: Nurse as a Scholar II, 1 hour
Part-Time Plan
- Year 1 – Fall Semester
- NURN 301: Nurse as a Scholar I, 1 hour
- NURN 302: Human Pathophysiology and Pharmacological Principles, 4 hours
- NURN 306: Health Policy for Professional Nursing Practice, 2 hours
- Year 1 – Spring Semester
- NURN 305: Health Assessment, 3 hours
- NURN 405: Methods and Critical Appraisal for Evidence Based Practice, 3 hours
- Year 1 – Summer Semester
- NURN 403: Population and Global Health, 4 hours
- NURN 404: Population and Global Health Practicum (Clinical), 1 hour
- Year 2 – Fall Semester
- NURN 303: Professional Identity in Nursing, 3 hours
- NURN 304: Nursing Concepts and Theories in Health and Illness, 3 hours
- Year 2 – Spring Semester
- NURN 401: Leadership in Nursing, 3 hours
- NURN 402: Leadership in Nursing Practicum (Clinical), 1 hour
- NURN 406: Informatics for Quality and Safety, 3 hours
- NURN 410: Nurse as a Scholar II, 1 hour
- NURN 301: Nurse as a Scholar I and NURN 410: Nurse as a Scholar II are offered fall, spring, and summer semesters.
Total clinical practicum hours in the program is 90.
Mercer University (Postgraduate)
Overview:
Mercer University is a private, coeducational institution offering a range of undergraduate and graduate programs across its various schools and colleges. The university is known for its commitment to teaching, service, and inspiring its students.
Academic Programs:
Mercer University offers a variety of graduate programs across its 12 schools and colleges. These programs cater to students seeking to advance their education and careers.
