NUR-3001: Nursing Informatics  

NUR-3311: Geriatric Nursing    

NUR-3321 Physical Assessment 4

NUR-3322: Nursing Issues 3

NUR-3336: Nursing Pathophysiology 3

NUR-3423: Nursing Leadership and Management 3

NUR-3501: Nursing Seminar I 1

NUR-4324: Professional Nursing Bridge Lecture 3

NUR-4323: Professional Nursing Bridge Clinical 4

NUR-4422: Community/Public Health Lecture 3

NUR-4421: Community/Public Health Clinical 4

NUR-4444: End of Life Care 3

NUR-4502: Nursing Seminar II 1

NUR-4600: Nursing Research 3

BIO-1140: Anatomy & Physiology I 4

BIO-1141: Anatomy & Physiology II 4

BIO-3300: Microbiology Lecture & Lab 4

BIO-4450: Pharmacology 3

MAT-2301: Statistics 3

WRI-1500: Advanced Composition 3

Liberal Arts Electives 12

*This is a category of courses

PLO 1: Apply knowledge from the arts and sciences to the care of individuals and families throughout the health-illness continuum.
PLO 2: Apply knowledge and skills in leadership, quality improvement, and patient safety to provide quality health care.
PLO 3: Translate current evidence into clinical decision making and professional nursing care.
PLO 4: Utilize technology and informatics appropriately in professional nursing settings.
PLO 5: Apply knowledge of health care policy, finance, and regulatory environments both directly and indirectly to influence the function of the health care system.
PLO 6: Collaborate and communicate effectively among health professionals to promote quality and safe patient care in various health care settings.
PLO 7: Apply health promotion and disease prevention at the individual and population level to improve health.
PLO 8: Demonstrate autonomy, integrity, self-assessment, and social justice as part of developing the professional nursing role.
PLO 9: Provide culturally competent nursing care to individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations across the lifespan across a variety of health care environments.

The RN to BSN curriculum is designed as a flexible, upper-division program that builds upon the foundational knowledge and clinical experience of licensed registered nurses, advancing their competencies toward professional nursing practice at the baccalaureate level. Following completion and transfer of prerequisite Liberal Arts and Sciences coursework, students complete a 30–60 credit nursing major (depending on transfer evaluation) delivered in an accelerated, often online format to accommodate working professionals. The curriculum emphasizes key domains such as evidence-based practice, health assessment across the lifespan, nursing research, healthcare informatics, and professional communication. Additional coursework in Nursing Theory, Role Development, Leadership, and Population Health supports the transition from technical to professional nursing practice.

As students progress, the curriculum deepens into areas such as community and public health nursing, care coordination, healthcare policy, quality and safety, and interprofessional collaboration. Rather than focusing on entry-level clinical skill acquisition, the program emphasizes the application of prior clinical experience to broader systems-level thinking and population-based care. Practice experiences are incorporated through community-based projects, case studies, and applied learning activities that strengthen clinical reasoning and decision-making in diverse healthcare environments.

The program is intentionally structured to integrate theory with practice through applied assignments and, where applicable, practicum experiences in community or leadership settings. Leadership, research utilization, and evidence-based practice are woven throughout the curriculum to prepare graduates for expanded roles in nursing practice and healthcare delivery. This cohesive curriculum ensures that students develop advanced critical thinking, professional leadership, and population health competencies, positioning them for career advancement and graduate education while maintaining alignment with Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education standards and New York State Education Department requirements.

• Charge Nurse / Nurse Supervisor
Oversees unit operations, coordinates staff, and ensures quality patient care during shifts.
• Public Health Nurse
Works in community settings to promote population health, disease prevention, and education.
• Case Manager / Care Coordinator
Manages patient care plans, discharge planning, and resource coordination across healthcare systems.
• Nurse Educator (entry-level/clinical instructor)
Supports training and education of nursing students or staff in clinical settings.
• Quality Improvement Nurse
Focuses on patient safety, data analysis, and improving healthcare outcomes within organizations.
• Clinical Research Nurse
Assists in research studies, ensuring compliance, patient safety, and accurate data collection.
• Nurse Manager (with experience)
Leads nursing units, manages budgets, staffing, and operational performance.
• Informatics Nurse
Integrates healthcare technology and data systems to improve patient care and workflow efficiency.
• School Nurse
Provides healthcare services and education within educational institutions.
• Preparation for Graduate Study (MSN, NP, DNP)
Serves as a pathway to advanced roles such as nurse practitioner, educator, or administrator.