Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Methodist College offers several options for individuals to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing that prepares students to take the nursing licensure examination to become professional nurses. In addition, the college offers the RN-BSN completion degree for registered nurses who completed an associate degree or diploma nursing program.
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Why Choose the Methodist College Nursing Program?
- Excellent program that meets the highest standards of nursing education and prepares students to take the national nursing licensure examination (NCLEX).
- State of the art Simulation and Clinical Practice Centers provide students opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to hands on learning experiences.
- Methodist College's affiliation with Carle Health affords nursing students clinical experiences at three Peoria area hospitals and a variety of clinics.
- Personalized financial aid assistance .
- Fully online RN-BSN program for professional nurses seeking to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- More than 100 years in nursing education excellence.
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Discover a BSN Program That Meets Your Needs
At Methodist College, we understand that every student's journey is unique. That's why we offer a range of BSN programs tailored to meet you where you are in your educational and professional path.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Prelicensure - A traditional bachelor's degree program for students directly from high school and transfer students.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Accelerated Prelicensure - A transfer program for those with completed general education requirements
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Second Degree - A program for those with an earned bachelor's degree in another subject who would like to earn a BSN.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing for Registered Nurses - A BSN program for currently licensed nurses.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing for Licensed Practical Nurses - A BSN program for students who have already completed a Licensed Practical Nurse program and wish to become a registered nurse.
Interested in obtaining a Master of Science in Nursing? Visit our graduate program pages to learn more about our degree options.
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Nursing Program Goals
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, the graduate will be able to:
- Enact the professional role in nursing.
- Integrate evidence-based practice in providing safe, effective, and culturally-appropriate nursing care in partnership with a diverse clientele in order to promote health, prevent disease, and to attain, maintain, or restore wellness. Promotion of optimal client outcomes is best accomplished within an environment of respect, caring, and compassion.
- Practice professional nursing in a variety of health care systems and contexts, responding to influences and determinants that impact delivery and outcomes of care within institutions, organizations, and agencies.
- Practice professional nursing that embodies a spirit of and commitment to inquiry and community to continually improve nursing practice, client care, and health delivery systems.
Four Learning Areas and Associated Key Themes
- Professional role development
- Personal integration of professional values, attitudes, and expectations
- Accountability as a professional
- Commitment to lifelong learning
- Providing holistic care
- Provision of safe, effective, and culturally-appropriate care
- Health promotion and disease prevention
- Integration of evidence-based nursing care
- Understanding the health care environment
- Health care systems and care delivery
- Health care policies, regulations, and funding
- Adapting to meet the challenges of a dynamic world and health care environment
- Clinical reasoning
- Global perspectives
- Management of information and technology
- Communication and collaboration
- Leadership for quality care