Program Description:
The purpose of this program is to prepare the students to become professional nurses able to function in a variety of roles. The students will be prepared in the areas of health assessment, nursing theories and concepts, research, leadership, informatics and health promotion across various healthcare settings. Students must have an active RN license in order to be admitted into the program. FNU awards a Bachelor of Science degree upon completion.
Program Requirements (120 Credits)
General Education (44 Credits)
Student Life Skills (1 Credit)
English and Communications (9 Credits)
Humanities (6 Credits)
| PHI 1635 | Biomedical Ethics | 3 |
| Any Humanities Course | |
Social Science (6 Credits)
Natural Science (12 Credits)
Mathematics (7 Credits)
Information Literacy (4 Credits)
| CGS 1030 | Introduction to Information Technology | 3 |
Lower Level Requirements (9 Credits)
Core Requirements (33 Credits)
Courses Transferred with RN License (34 Credits)
NOTE: FNU reserves the right to transfer the appropriate courses.
All students must have completed all General Education requirements successfully with a grade of “C” or higher and all Science courses with a “B” or higher before beginning core courses.
During the BSN program, the student will only be allowed to repeat one course. If the student fails two courses during the program, he/she will be terminated from the program.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Admission Requirements
- Students must take a Diagnostic Test (students with proof of transferable credits of College Algebra (MAC 1105) and English Composition (ENC 1101) from an accredited institution may be exempt). Students must also pass the KAPLAN exam with at least an 80% as a combined score in all four sections of the exam to qualify for the BSN Program (can only be taken twice). Registration for the exam is completed directly with the school.
- Program Application
- Two professional references
- Local Police Report
- Essay - Minimum 250 words about why you are choosing the Nursing career, strengths and weakness, personal and live motivations.
- Official transcripts (if you are transferring credits from other institutions). Natural Science courses MUST have a letter grade of at least B (BSC 1085C, BSC 1086C, CHM 1033, CHM 1033L, MCB 2000C, and HSC 2577). Letter grade “D” is not transferable. GPA 3.0
- Entrance Interview
Note: General education courses start every 8 weeks and Nursing Core Courses every 16 weeks (Winter, Summer and Fall)
Admission Requirements - For students with a RN License
Follows the same admissions procedures, but must present with an active RN license.
- Program Application
- Two professional references
- Local Police Report
- Essay - Minimum 250 words about why you are choosing the Nursing career, strengths and weakness, personal and live motivations.
- Official transcripts. (If you are transferring credits from other institutions). Natural Science courses MUST have a letter grade of at least B (BSC 1085C, BSC 1086C, CHM 1033, CHM 1033L, MCB 2000C, and HSC 2577). Letter grade “D” is not transferable. GPA 3.0
- Registered Nurse License, clear and active.
Note: General education courses start every 8 weeks and Nursing Core Courses every 16 weeks (Winter, Summer and Fall)
Foreign Physicians Admission Requirements
- Graduated as medical doctor from another country from an accredited institution.
- Practiced as a physician for at least 2 years
- Medical school transcripts must be evaluated and made equivalent by an accredited credential evaluation agency
- General Education requirements: (17 credits/53 if demonstrated by transcripts)
- All science courses will be transferred (C and above)
- Communication requirements (ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and SPC 1017) can be validated by obtaining a TOEFL score of 62 and above with each section with an acceptable level (intermediate or fair and above), or IELTS score of 5.5, or a 44 on the PTEA. ENC 3311 Advanced Writing and Research is required.
- Score a minimum of 80% on the Entrance Exam.
- Interview with Nursing Admission Committee
Course Completion Requirements:
- Humanities (6 credits) includes PHI 1635 Biomedical Ethics
- Psychology and Human Growth and Development will be transferred.
- College Algebra will be transferred, but Statistics is required for the program, student must complete this course unless included in transcripts.
- CGS 1030, Introduction to Information Technology is required, unless included in transcripts.
Disclaimer:
Foreign online students who hold international nursing licenses and have an Associate in Science of Nursing degree can be enrolled in the online Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with RN License track. Note that foreign students who graduate from an online nursing program and hold an international nursing license are unable to work in the USA, unless they sit for the NCLEX in the state of their choice. In order to sit for the NCLEX exam, students will be required to present a translation and equivalency of their academic credentials in English from an authorized evaluation agency and or any other requirements requested by the Board of Nursing.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program Mission
The mission of the program is “to prepare the graduates to become licensed registered nurses and to provide safe and compassionate nursing care. The program will enable graduates to obtain entry level positions and to be qualified to provide direct care to individuals and families in a variety of care settings.”
The mission of Florida National University ties in with its philosophy that devotes itself to the cause of education by:
- Preparing individuals for personal and professional success
- Incorporating many diverse elements into the occupational and professional opportunities which this community offers
- Providing programs leading to degrees and to developing professional attitudes, values, and skills that will enhance their potential for success in their careers and in life.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program Philosophy
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing subscribes to the philosophy statement of Florida National University. The Nursing faculty has developed and adheres to the following beliefs:
- We believe that the students’ success in nursing derives from knowledge of nursing principles, development of skills and competence, and high standards of professionalism expressed through appearance, attitude, and demeanor in all aspects of practice.
- We believe that safe nursing care derives from critical thinking skills, good judgment applied to knowledge and clinical expertise.
- We believe that the Bachelor of Science in Nursing continues the high standards of integrity and ethics for students, professors, administrators and staff set by the institution for all of its programs.
- We believe that every student is unique and deserves the individual support and guidance necessary to be successful.
- We believe that the registered nurse functions as an important part of the health care team within the limits of the scope of practice of the profession. We believe that an understanding of the dependent role of the registered nurse and the scope of practice is a key element of the success of the nursing graduate.