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 a variety of 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.

Nursing students in both the Pre-Licensure Track and RN to B.S. Track must obtain a grade of “C” or higher in all required nursing, biology, math, and chemistry courses, and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75, in order to progress in and graduate from the program.

Students who fail three courses from among their required nursing, biology, math, and chemistry courses (whether the same or different courses) will be academically dismissed from the program.
If a student fails a required nursing, biology, math, or chemistry course, they may retake the course only one time and must pass with a grade of “C” or higher on the second attempt. If the student does not pass with a “C” or higher on the second attempt, they will be academically dismissed from the program. A student is required to repeat the failed course within one year of the failure to allow for timely progression in the Nursing sequence.
A third attempt at the same course is not permitted, even if the student withdrew from the course on the first or second attempt.
Students unable to maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 have up to one year to raise their GPA to the minimum requirement. At the discretion of the Department of Nursing, failure to meet the cumulative GPA requirement within the specified time frame may result in dismissal from the program.
Students who fail the clinical or lab portion of a course will fail the entire course, regardless of the corresponding theory grade. Both components must be repeated.

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The philosophy of the Department of Nursing views nursing as an art and a science consistent with the Franciscan tradition of St. Francis College in New York. The Philosophy emphasizes teaching through partnership to prepare future nurse leaders. This is demonstrated through a commitment to the teaching/learning environment, with the belief that nursing education should include the traditions of teaching, research, and service to meet the demands of a global society.

See the full curriculum for the Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Program.

Qualified students seeking an additional academic challenge can participate in the St. Francis Honors Program, where students participate in a series of small, intensive seminars, trips, and other activities that lead toward a senior thesis.

The College is also home to 15 national honor societies and its own Duns Scotus Honors Society which recognizes students for their academic and community achievements.

CCNE

 The College’s CCNE NCLEX pass rates for calendar year 2023 is 74%. 

Career Opportunities with a BS in Nursing (BSN) 

Registered Nurse (RN) — Work in hospitals, clinics, schools, or private practices caring for patients.
Emergency Room Nurse — Provide fast-paced critical care in emergency situations.
Pediatric Nurse — Care for infants, children, and teens in hospitals or pediatric offices.
Cardiac Nurse — Help patients with heart conditions and recovery.
Psychiatric Nurse — Support patients with mental health and behavioral conditions.
Geriatric Nurse — Specialize in caring for older adults and aging populations.
Nurse Manager — Lead healthcare teams and oversee nursing staff operations.
School Nurse — Promote student health and wellness in educational settings.
Public Health Nurse — Improve community health through education and outreach programs.
Home Health Nurse — Provide personalized care to patients in their homes.
Travel Nurse — Work temporary assignments in different cities or countries while exploring new places.
Operating Room (OR) Nurse — Assist surgeons and care for patients before, during, and after surgery.
Clinical Research Nurse — Help conduct medical studies and advance healthcare treatments.
Nursing Educator — Teach and mentor future nurses in colleges or healthcare programs.
Nurse Informaticist — Combine nursing with technology to improve healthcare systems.
Advanced Practice Nurse — Continue education to become a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS).