Nursing
Nursing is the fastest-growing profession in the country
The St. Francis College Department of Nursing educates leaders who are prepared to practice safely within the technologically advanced and dynamic healthcare environment of the 21st century. In keeping with Franciscan values, students are educated to be globally-minded, service-driven professionals, delivering the highest quality of evidence-based nursing care with respect to the diversity within our communities of interest. We foster students’ abilities in therapeutic communication, critical thinking, clinical judgment, interprofessional collaboration, leadership and cultural competency.
Preparing for
an impactful career
Inclusive
Hands on
Outcomes-driven
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Officially recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a national accreditation agency, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) is an autonomous accrediting agency, that contributes to the improvement of the public's health.
CCNE ensures the quality and integrity of baccalaureate, graduate and residency programs in nursing. CCNE serves the public interest by assessing and identifying programs that engage in effective educational practices. As a voluntary, self-regulatory process, CCNE accreditation supports and encourages continuing self-assessment by nursing programs and supports continuing growth and improvement of collegiate professional education and post-baccalaureate nurse residency programs.
The baccalaureate degree programs in Nursing at St. Francis College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The CCNE is located at 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001. Phone: (202) 887-6791 Website: https://www.aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation
The baccalaureate degree program in Nursing and the RN/BS in Nursing Completion Program are registered and accredited by the New York State Education Department Office of the Professions. Website: https://op.nysed.gov
Goals & Objectives
The Department of Nursing views nursing as an art and a science consistent with the Franciscan tradition of St. Francis College. Our Philosophy emphasizes teaching through partnership to prepare future nurse leaders. These socially responsible, caring, and engaged citizens will practice safe, patient-centered, evidence-based care across the lifespan within a dynamic and complex healthcare system. This is demonstrated through a commitment to the teaching/learning environment. We believe nursing education should include the traditions of teaching, research, and service to meet the demands of a global society.
About the B.S. in Nursing Program
For First-time Freshmen and Transfers
The traditional BS in Nursing is a pre-licensure program, open to qualified high school graduates and transfer students interested in preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam. Students must study full time. Admission decisions are based on a comprehensive evaluation of an applicant’s previous academic work. These decisions are made on a competitive basis; meeting minimum admission criteria does not guarantee admission. A physical exam, background check and drug test are required for placement in clinical work.
About the RN to B.S. in Nursing Program
For Working Nurses
SFC has designed a flexible RN to BS Nursing program specifically for working nurses. The program is open only to qualified transfer students who have a valid New York State RN license. Students may study part-time or full-time but must complete a minimum of 12 credits per year and graduate within a five-year period. Students are assessed for transfer credits upon entry, with up to 92 credits completed with grades of C or higher being eligible. A minimum of 30 credits must be completed in residence at SFC.
NCLEX Outcomes
2023 | First Timers | ||
Total Delivered | 56 | ||
Total Passed | 37 | ||
Total Failed | 19 | ||
Total Pass Rate | 66.07% | ||
2022 | First Timers | ||
Total Delivered | 71 | ||
Total Passed | 27 | ||
Total Failed | 44 | ||
Total Pass Rate | 38.03% | ||
2021 | First Timers | ||
Total Delivered | 61 | ||
Total Passed | 42 | ||
Total Failed | 19 | ||
Total Pass Rate | 68.85% | ||
2020 | First Timers | ||
Total Delivered | 67 | ||
Total Passed | 37 | ||
Total Failed | 30 | ||
Total Pass Rate | 55.22% | ||
2019 | First Timers | ||
Total Delivered | 59 | ||
Total Passed | 32 | ||
Total Failed | 27 | ||
Total Pass Rate | 54.24% | ||
Nursing Programs
Nursing, B.S.
Flexible RN to B.S.
OUTCOMES DRIVEN EDUCATION
BS Nursing; Sergeant, U.S. Army
Nursing Major and Transfer Student
Founder, Tomorrow's Smile Today
BS Nursing; Sergeant, U.S. Army
Nursing Major and Transfer Student
Founder, Tomorrow's Smile Today
“I really like that the classes are small. I feel like I get more one-to-one interaction than I would being in a huge classroom.”
“It amazes me that people know who I am. They know my name, students and faculty alike. My experience with the professors so far has been much the same, they want to see you succeed...”
“I think Franciscan values were beyond alive. I went on the Assisi pilgrimage my fourth year. There were just so many good Brothers there, who were inspirational my entire time.”
“I really like that the classes are small. I feel like I get more one-to-one interaction than I would being in a huge classroom.”
“It amazes me that people know who I am. They know my name, students and faculty alike. My experience with the professors so far has been much the same, they want to see you succeed...”
“I think Franciscan values were beyond alive. I went on the Assisi pilgrimage my fourth year. There were just so many good Brothers there, who were inspirational my entire time.”
Nursing News and Events
St. Francis College’s Mission in Action: Nurses for a Growing Diverse Population
