Nursing Programs in Orlando, Florida
Nurse Shortage in Florida
According to a report released December 2011 by the Florida Hospital Association, Florida has a great need for healthcare workers. The report notes that 75 percent of hospitals in Florida are already understaffed for nurses, and they expect an increase to 50,000 unfilled full-time registered nursing positions by 2025. Get prepared for this highly in-demand field!
Nursing Program Comparison Chart
| Program | Credits | Months |
| Associate of Science in Nursing | 75 | 22 |
| Associate of Science in Nursing - LPN to RN Bridge | 75 | 18 |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing | 121 | 36 |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing - RN to BSN Bridge | 129 | 20 |
Associate of Science in Nursing
The Associate of Science Degree in Nursing Program prepares students to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX) and to begin a nursing career. Theoretical instruction is complimented with clinical experience in a variety of healthcare settings in order to provide a broad, holistic, and reality-based understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a professional nurse. Students will participate in planned clinical and laboratory experiences that will complement classroom learning and will stress health prevention and promotion as well as disease processes.The Orlando campus Associate of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC - www.nlnac.org 404-975-5000).
Associate of Science in Nursing - LPN to RN Bridge
The LPN to RN completion program is open to licensed practical nurses (LPNs) who have completed a practical nursing program approved by a state board of nursing. The program supports practical nurses desiring to advance their educational pursuits and increase career opportunities. The program prepares students to practice as an entry-level registered nurse in a variety of healthcare settings. Graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN examination and apply for licensure as a registered nurse in the states where offered.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program prepares students for an entry-level career in nursing. The curriculum is concept-based and moves from simple to complex learning and application. Analysis involving critical thinking, the nursing process, and evidence-based practice are also highlighted.
The curriculum is designed to engage students and faculty in the thoughtful application of nursing knowledge across the life-span and in our culturally-diverse population. Students are exposed to information about:
- Health promotion
- Risk reduction
- Disease prevention
- Illness
- Disease management
- Healthcare technologies using evidence-based practice
The BSN program is approved by the Florida State Board of Nursing. The program prepares students to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) upon completion. Graduates who successfully pass the national examination will be qualified to practice as registered nurses in Florida and will also be eligible to apply for licensure in all 50 states.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - RN to BSN Bridge
With a 22% growth rate, opportunities for registered nurses will be expanding much faster than average. This is among the largest number of new jobs for any occupation.
First Step: Come to a Nursing Information Session
Interested students should attend an upcoming nursing information session at the Orlando campus. During the session, you will learn about the nursing programs and how to apply.
Stand out with a BSN
With all that growth, it’s important to note that many higher-paying and more challenging positions are open only to nurses with a bachelor’s or master’s degree. Administrative or management positions, for example, require a higher level of education.
A bachelor’s degree is also a prerequisite for admission to graduate nursing programs. This means earning your BSN will be a necessary stepping stone on your path to a career in:
- Research
- Consulting
- Teaching
- Advanced-practice nursing, such as clinical nurse specialist, nurse anesthetist, nurse-midwife, nurse practitioner
Open the door to more possibilities
A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing could be right for you if you want to:
- Experience new challenges and opportunities
- Take on management responsibilities
- Expand your potential
- Specialize in an advanced area of nursing
- Teach
- Consult
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Faculty Spotlight
I read a bumper sticker the other day that said, “Teachers make a world of difference”. As nurses we have one thing in common, we’ve all received a nursing education that helped us get to our goal of becoming a registered nurse.
The dream of being one of those teachers who makes a difference has been a goal of mine for many years. The joys of teaching nursing are found in such words as satisfaction, communication, and modeling professional values and goals. Satisfaction comes when these treasured gifts are returned back to the student in such ways as motivation for learning and academic preparation. To help prepare students for tomorrow’s rapidly-changing healthcare environment, I need to clearly, succinctly, and emphatically share my knowledge through communication. Students are always watching their instructors, and during those “unscripted” times they seem to learn the most about nursing. Being a role model is crucial.
For me, it is worth all the trials and tribulations during the student’s educational journey because in the end, they say those magical words: Thanks for being there when I needed you most!
– Patricia Edwards, BSN, MN
Director of Nursing
Herzing University - Orlando
The Orlando campus Associate of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC - www.nlnac.org 404-975-5000).
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