Nursing (RN-BS Completion), BS
Nursing Department
Program Overview
Nursing (RN-BS Completion), BS
The RN-BS Completion program is a Bachelor of Science in Nursing designed for licensed Registered Nurses (RNs). It provides advanced knowledge in community health, research, and leadership, enabling career mobility into management roles and preparing graduates for subsequent master’s or doctoral studies.
HEGIS Code: 1203.10
NYSED Program Code: 00192 – NUR-BSN
Major
Description
This curriculum broadens an RN’s clinical foundation through key courses in Pathophysiology, Nursing Research, Health Assessment, and Leadership/Management. The focus is on integrating theoretical knowledge with professional practice, providing the skills necessary to excel in complex, rapidly changing healthcare delivery systems.
Program Goals
- Prepare a beginning generalist professional nurse.
- Provide broad-based knowledge and skills in nursing leadership and management.
- Provide a foundation for graduate studies in advanced nursing practice and education.
Admission Criteria Requirements
Meet all Medgar Evers College admission requirements.
Student
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
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Synthesize theoretical knowledge from the sciences, humanities, and nursing to enhance professional nursing practice. -
Provide nursing care that is respectful of the cultural, ethnic and spiritual diversity of the client populations. -
Incorporate critical thinking and clinical nursing judgement in providing safe and quality nursing care to diverse client populations (QS). -
Employ the use of information, technology and research findings in evidence-based nursing practice. -
Demonstrate accountability for one’s own nursing practice and professional development.
Major
Requirements
As part of your degree, you must fulfill the CUNY Pathways general education requirements, which consist of the Common Core (Required and Flexible) and the Medgar Evers College Option. These courses provide the essential quantitative, scientific, and socio-cultural literacy that complements your technical training.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BS Completion) program is specifically for registered nurses who have completed an Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing.
Students must fulfill all of the following requirements.
Major and Liberal Arts Requirements (60 credits in Residence)
- Nursing Core: NUR 304 Professional Nursing: Past/Present, NUR 316 / NURL 316 Health Assessment of the Adult + Lab, NUR 318 Nursing Promotion: Family Community Clients, NUR 321 Introduction to Nursing: Research, NUR 322 Psychosocial Health, NUR 421 / NURL 421 Nursing Leadership and Management + Clinical, NUR 425 Professional Nursing and Trends in Health Care Delivery
- Science & Math: MTH 209 Elementary Statistics, BIO 323 Pathophysiology, ENVS 200 Environmental Health Issues (College Option)
- General Education: ENGL 212 Masterpiece of World Literature, PHIL 201 Introduction to Ethics and Social Philosophy, CIS 280 Computer Applications in Healthcare, SSC 101 Culture, Society, and Social Change, SSC 305 Critical Issues in Society, HIST 200 The Growth and Development of the U.S.A., ENGL 313 Writing for Science and Technology, ART 100 OR MUS 100 Introduction to World Art OR World Music
- Additional Required:
College Option: Socio-Cultural/Diversity Cluster III 1 Course (e.g., SOC 302, PSYC 300)
College Option: Integrative Knowledge Cluster IV – Humanities 1 Course (e.g., ENGL 370)
College Option: Integrative Knowledge – Social & Behavioral Sciences and Natural Sciences & Mathematics 1 Course (e.g., HIST 300 and ENVS 200)
Nursing Department Requirements
- Attend orientation to BS program during the first week of NUR 304 ( entry course in the program);
- Review the BS Handbook and submit a signed BS contract acknowledging receipt of the handbook from a nursing faculty;
- Submit proof of a satisfactory physical examination and immunization record annually (NURL 318 and NURL 421);
- Submit basic life support (CPR) certification upon admission and at recertification;
- Upload required documents to Castlebranch;
- Pass Nclex Exam by the start of the following semester to progress in the program.
Accreditation Information
The Baccalaureate program, nursing program at Medgar Evers College, is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA, 30326,
https://www.acenursing.org/
404-975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Baccalaureate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation, next evaluation visit for Fall 2031
Degree Map
To help you stay on track and graduate on time, Medgar Evers College has developed four-year degree maps for all its majors. These guides are designed to help you plan your studies efficiently and make the most of your academic journey.
RN-BS Program: Program Completion Rate
Expected Level of Achievement is 50% completed 100%
| Year | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment Count at Start of First Nursing Course | 10 Spring / 11 Fall | Spring / 6 Fall | 4 Spring / 4 Fall |
| On-time Graduates Count | 3 Spring / 9 Fall | No Cohort / 5 Fall | 2 Spring / 3 Fall |
| Program Completion Rate | 30% Spring / 82% Fall | No Cohort / 83% Fall | 50% Spring / 75% Fall |
RN- BS Job Placement Rates
| Cohort | Number of Graduates | Number of Responses | Number of Graduates Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| 2021 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| 2023 | 7 | 5 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
*The RN-BS completion program uses a hybrid modality for teaching and learning
* Our diverse faculty often teaches across our programs. You may encounter 9-10 shared faculty.
Graduation
In addition to the sixty (60) credits earned in this program, the BS student must earn a total of 120 college credits to qualify for graduation. The graduate will be awarded a Bachelor of Science Degree.
Financial Aid Default Rates:
Rates are calculated by the United States Department of education every three years.
| Cohort Fiscal Year | Official Default Rate | Number of Borrowers in Default |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3.3 | 27 |
NSLDS: Official Cohort Default Rate – Schools (ed.gov)
MEC OEPID number : 010097
Have Questions? We’re Here to Help
If you have questions regarding the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences or need assistance navigating the application process, please reach out to our department office.
Chairperson: Shirley Daniels | daniels@mec.cuny.edu
Phone: 718 270-6222 Fax: 718 270-
Location: 1650 Bedford Avenue, AB1-206F