Nursing

R.n. to b.s.n.

If you are a registered nurse eager to advance your nursing skills or are interested in leadership positions, the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (B.S.N.) is for you. The R.N. to B.S.N. Degree provides you with a highly valued credential that may increase your earning potential and open doors to advancing your career. Hospitals and healthcare organizations are seeking nursing supervisors and managers who are effective leaders, ready to manage complex resources. The IRSC R.N. to B.S.N. Degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

Admissions Requirements

All applicants to the IRSC R.N. to B.S.N. Degree program must have completed an Associate in Applied Science Degree, Associate Degree or diploma in Nursing from an accredited institution and have a minimum of a 2.5 GPA; an active, unencumbered, valid Florida Registered Nurse License; and have completed MGF 2106, MGF 2107 or MAC 1105 or higher with a grade of "C" or higher.

Career Connections

IRSC graduates have found new positions or advanced their careers at healthcare institutions, including the following: • Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital • Cleveland Clinic Martin Health • Lawnwood Regional Medical Center • Raulerson Hospital • St. Lucie Medical Center

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Students may choose completely online coursework with in-person clinical experiences and proctored exams to complete their Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. Note: each online course requires at least one proctored exam.

95% / Percentage of graduates working full- or part-time as a nurse within six months of graduation

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Pierre Beauge and Mireille Cherisol, Nurses, Lawnwood Regional Medical Center and Heart Institute IRSC Class of 2015 & 2018

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