Nursing BSN (1+2+1)

Why Choose the Nursing BSN? Your Path to a Fulfilling Career

Deciding on your nursing education is a significant step, and the SRU Nursing BSN program offers a distinct advantage. Here's why this program stands out as your ideal choice. 

Unparalleled Support & Community

Personalized Support System: You're not just a number here! Benefit from: 

• Dedicated faculty mentors guiding you every step of the way.
• Expert career advisers helping you chart your professional path.
• Comprehensive support services available at both SRU and our partner institutions. 

Close-Knit Community: Foster meaningful connections and a strong sense of belonging through:

• Engaging interactions with experienced faculty.
• Collaborative learning with your peers.
• Networking opportunities with local health care professionals. 

Exceptional Training & Career Advantage

• Extensive Clinical Training: Gain invaluable hands-on experience in a variety of real-world health care settings. Our program ensures diverse direct care exposure through clinical rotations at both community college/diploma schools of nursing and university partners.
  

• NCLEX-RN Readiness: Feel confident and prepared for success! Our robust clinical preparation ensures you are thoroughly ready for the RN licensure exam and a seamless entry into the workforce.
  

• High Demand, High Security: The health care industry is actively seeking qualified nurses. This program positions you perfectly to meet the current nursing shortage, offering excellent job security upon graduation.
  

• Early Entry into the Workforce: Get a head start on your career! Unlike traditional four-year BSN programs, you can begin working as a Registered Nurse earlier, giving you a significant advantage in professional experience and earning potential. 

Choose the SRU Nursing BSN and embark on a rewarding journey with exceptional support, comprehensive training and a clear path to a successful nursing career! 

What Will You Learn? Mastering the Art and Science of Nursing

The SRU 1+2+1 Nursing Program is meticulously designed to transform you into a highly skilled and compassionate nurse, ready to excel in today's dynamic health care landscape. Our curriculum goes beyond textbooks, preparing you to make a tangible and positive impact in the lives of others. 

A Curriculum Built for Excellence

• Evidence-Based Practice: You'll learn to integrate the latest research and best practices into your patient care, ensuring effective and up-to-date interventions.
  

• Clinical Excellence: Develop a deep understanding of nursing principles and master the critical thinking skills essential for delivering top-tier care.
  

• Compassionate Care: Cultivate empathy and learn to provide patient-centered care that respects individual needs and promotes healing. 

Immersive Clinical Experiences

Gain invaluable real-world experience through diverse clinical rotations that include: 

• Hospitals: Work alongside experienced professionals in acute care settings, honing your skills in a fast-paced environment.
  

• Community Health Settings: Understand the broader impact of health care by engaging with patients and communities outside of traditional hospital walls.
  

• Other Health Care Facilities: Explore various specialized settings, broadening your perspective on the vast opportunities within nursing. 

Through these experiences, you'll work with diverse patient populations, preparing you for the complexities and nuances of modern health care.

Your Future as an SRU Nursing Graduate

Upon graduation, you'll be more than just an RN; you'll be a leader and an innovator, fully prepared to: 

• Enter the Workforce: Step confidently into a rewarding career as a competent and compassionate nurse.
  

• Assume Leadership Roles: Our program fosters critical thinking and problem-solving, equipping you to take on leadership positions within health care.
  

• Pursue Advanced Degrees: The BSN foundation provides a strong springboard for further education, whether you aspire to specialize, teach or delve into research in nursing and related fields. 

The SRU 1+2+1 program empowers you with the knowledge, skills and compassion to not only succeed but to truly thrive in the vital and ever-evolving nursing profession! 

Careers In Nursing

Nursing is one of the most versatile and in-demand professions, offering opportunities in various settings, specialties, and roles such as:

Clinical Roles:

• Hospital Nursing: Work in various departments such as emergency, surgery, intensive care, pediatrics, or maternity.
• Primary Care: Provide care in clinics, doctor's offices, or urgent care centers.
• Home Health Nursing: Care for patients in their homes, often focusing on chronic illness management or post-surgery recovery.
• Long-Term Care and Nursing Homes: Provide care for elderly patients or those needing extended recovery.

Specialized Nursing Fields:

• Pediatric Nurse: Work with children in hospital or clinic settings.
• Critical Care Nurse: Care for patients in intensive care units (ICU) or emergency rooms (ER).
• Oncology Nurse: Work with cancer patients, assisting with treatments like chemotherapy.
• Surgical or Perioperative Nurse: Assist in operating rooms, both during and after surgery.
• Psychiatric Nurse: Provide care for patients dealing with mental health issues in hospitals, psychiatric clinics, or outpatient settings.

Administrative and Leadership Roles

• Nurse Manager: Supervise nursing staff in hospital departments or long-term care facilities.
• Director of Nursing: Oversee nursing operations in a healthcare facility.
• Healthcare Administrator: Manage hospital departments, clinics, or entire healthcare organizations.

Travel Nursing

• Travel to different regions or countries to fill temporary nursing shortages. Travel nurses enjoy flexible schedules and competitive pay.

Research and Education

• Nurse Researcher: Conduct research to improve healthcare practices, treatments, and patient outcomes.
• Health Policy Analyst: Work with governmental or non-governmental organizations to shape healthcare policies and regulations.
• Occupational Health Nurse: Provide care in corporate or industrial settings, focusing on workplace health and safety.

Non-Clinical Roles

• Nursing Informatics: Work at the intersection of nursing and technology, helping to implement and improve healthcare software systems.
• Healthcare Consultant: Provide expertise to healthcare organizations on improving patient care or administrative efficiency.
• Public Health Nurse: Work in government or community organizations to promote health education and disease prevention.

SRU NURSING ADMISSION CRITERIA

First-Year Students must have the following:

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Successful completion the following high school courses: Mathematics - 2 units (1 unit of Algebra required), Science - 2 units w/a lab (Biology & Chemistry preferred), English - 4 units, & Social Studies - 3 units.
• SAT score - minimum 1250 (waived for the Fall 2025 class only).
• TEAS Exam - minimum 80% on reading comprehension.

Transfer Students must have the following:

• Minimum GPA of 3.5.
• TEAS Exam - minimum 80% on reading comprehension.

Earn your BSN at SRU!

¾¨Ó㴫ý's Nursing BSN (1+2+1) program offers an innovative and affordable pathway to achieve your dreams of working in the healthcare industry. Our faculty can't wait to meet you. Interested in learning more? Request more information today!