Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Fort Myers, Florida
Bachelor’s Degree
- Next Start Dates
- May 08, 2024
- July 01, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree in Fort Myers
BSN program applicants can look forward to an on-campus and online experience that prepares them for licensure and a fulfilling nursing career. To feel your most confident in real-world scenarios, you’ll practice your knowledge and skills in the:
- State-of-the-art nursing lab
- Nursing simulation labs
- Clinicals for hands-on experience
The Fort Myers campus trains Nursing students in the Lee County and surrounding communities conveniently located off the intersection of I-75 and Colonial Boulevard. Join our nursing community, prepare for your future and be ready to improve healthcare outcomes.
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Campus Info
Fort Myers
BSN Program Entry Tracks for All Nursing Students
You know you want to be a registered nurse with your BSN degree—we have the college courses and accelerated BSN program to help you get there. Choose the BSN program entry track that works best for you, whether this is your first step into nursing, or you have years of experience. Plus, in our BSN program, you can also choose to take up to two Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) courses at no extra tuition cost through our accelerated Master’s pathway.
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LPN to RN Bridge (On Campus and Online)
The LPN to RN Bridge option can help licensed practical nurses (LPN) earn their BSN degree faster—in as few as 18 months—and prepare for RN licensure.4
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RN to BSN (Online)
Registered nurses with an Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN) who want a faster path to earning their BSN degree can choose our RN to BSN program. You can finish in as few as 12–18 months.4
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BSN Standard Degree (On Campus and Online)
The BSN Standard degree option is designed for Nursing students who don’t have a nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing (ADN). You’ll complete this Nursing program with a mix of on-campus and online courses, including general education courses like Human Anatomy & Physiology. You can finish in as few as 33 months.4
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BSN Second Degree (On Campus and Online)
If you already have a Bachelor’s degree but want to pivot to a nursing career, choose the BSN Second degree and finish in as few as 18 months.4
Take a Closer Look at Our BSN Program
As soon as you complete the admissions process, you’re admitted into the BSN program with no need to apply twice. To help you get started sooner, you can also expect:
- Eight start dates per year
- No prerequisite courses to apply
- No waiting list for qualified applicants
Learn even more about our BSN program, admissions process, program requirements, application deadline, student learning outcomes and more at our Nursing Information Session.
Rasmussen knows nursing.
And the first step in charting your future in the field is joining us at a Nursing Information Session.
Speaker 2 (00:09):
And we just go over all the program details. So, breaking down classes, costs, credit transfer, clinicals, scheduling, hours and expectations, different financial aid options, and then discussing the enrollment process and qualifying.
Info sessions are held, you know, during daytime hours. So, it's a great opportunity for prospective nursing students to actually see our current nursing students.
Speaker 3 (00:32):
I think a Nursing Information Session is great because you actually can come to the campus. You can see what the classrooms look like. Uh, they tour through the SIM lab. Like, days when I'm running SIM they'll, you know, they'll, they say, “Hey, can we come walk through your SIM lab?” And so they get to see what it looks like. They get to look behind the scenes and see this is where the teacher sits.
Speaker 2 (00:54):
Um, there's a chance that it'll be in one of our labs. Um, and then what we do is if there aren't classes going on in our SIM labs, we do try to get the tour of that so that prospective nursing students can actually see the SIMs.
Speaker 3 (01:07):
It's a safe learning environment in that it's okay to make mistakes. Um, where students were learning. No, nobody ever said nursing school would be easy, but it's always worth it at the end that being able to be a nurse—function as a nurse. Um, it's just such a fun career.
Speaker 2 (01:26):
Um, we just assure our students that we do have steps in place. We have internal discounts, um, so corporate partner discount, military discount, and then we have a Change A Life scholarship. So, if a student refers somebody else, that new student whose life is being changed by going to school—maybe for the first time—can receive a scholarship.
Speaker 3 (01:43):
I think people realize that it's the career to be in. It's the career. It's, it's a great career to be in. And I think that's what drives people to go back.
Speaker 2 (01:52):
Just keeping in mind that there's a variety of programs here. There's no one set path that is right. It's just students need to figure out which is gonna be the best path for them.
Speaker 1 (02:02):
Take the next step and join us at a Nursing Information Session. Regularly offered at many Rasmussen campuses.
What Nursing Program Courses Will I Take?
While some classes are offered online, the rest of your BSN program classes will be at our Fort Myers campus or in clinical experiences near you. Discover some of the in-person Nursing curriculum that will help you become a confident and caring registered nurse.
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Professional Nursing Skills II
Learn to provide ethical, safe, compassionate, holistic nursing care and health assessment through clinical reasoning, clinical judgment and critical thinking skills across the life span.
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Mental and Behavioral Health Nursing
Explore factors that impact patients state of balance and examine the effects of stress and coping on the patient and their families, as well as the complexities of caring for clients experiencing mental health disorders.
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Public Health Nursing
Examine the foundations of community and public health nursing, including impacts of culture, health determinants and governing policy for public health. Collaborate with community partners to identify needs and develop solutions, including a clinical component to apply your ideas.
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Transition to Practice
Collaborate with nurses and other health professionals to integrate leadership principles, health outcomes and the professional nurse identity to provide comprehensive, evidence-based and multidimensional nursing case.
"Whether opting for an accelerated program or a traditional route, it is essential to choose a nursing school that aligns with your individual educational goals and current lifestyle."
Anthony S.
Graduate, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Fort Myers Campus
Prepare for Your NCLEX-RN License
Upon successful completion of your NCLEX-RN®3 license exam, you can be on your way to a future as an RN. That’s why our Nursing programs prioritize advanced labs and facilities to help you practice what RNs experience in the field. Plus, the experienced faculty know what you’re going through and will guide you through your education.
In-Person Practice
The nursing skills lab and simulation centers at the Fort Myers campus are all dedicated to your success.
Peer Support
You won’t have to prepare for the NCLEX-RN® exam on your own. Collaborate with other BSN students, faculty and peer tutors.
Library and Learning Services
Access specialized collections for NCLEX study prep through our award-winning online Library and Learning Services team and resources.
Nursing Career Opportunities Near You
Nursing Degree Program Requirements
Unlike other nursing schools, there are no prerequisite classes to apply for, and there are no wait lists at many campuses. You only need to apply once, and you can begin your Nursing programs when it’s convenient for you. Speak to an admissions advisor for admissions requirements related to your specific entry track or questions about the program student learning outcomes, admission process, tuition costs, official transcripts, drug screening, test scores and more.
Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Rasmussen University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Rasmussen University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
The ABSN meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in Florida, Kansas, Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin. Other eligibility requirements may apply; please verify your eligibility against your state’s board of nursing rules. This program may not meet the educational requirements for licensure as a nurse in states not listed above.
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
655 K Street, NW
Suite 750
Washington, DC 20001
202-887-6791
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
The associate nursing program at Rasmussen University at the Ocala campus (with off-campus instructional sites in North Orlando and Orlando) located in Ocala, Florida, is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at
http://www.acenursing.com/accreditedprograms/programsearch.htm
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