Hands-on experience in nursing is vital. Accelerated Second Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing Johnson & Wales University
Skills Your
are in demand
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 190,000 nursing positions will open each year through 2032*. Now is the time to enhance your skills and start a fulfilling career in nursing. If you’ve already earned your bachelor’s degree in any non-nursing subject, you can apply to Johnson & Wales University’s Accelerated Second Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program. This 16-month degree will prepare you to take your licensure exam and enter the field of nursing. You’ll be prepared to provide excellent patient-centered care in a multitude of healthcare environments.
Become the Future of Nursing “I really wanted a program that would allow me to transition into nursing as quickly as possible without sacrificing the clinical experience and the quality of the education... the small class sizes, the clinical placement and the supportive faculty made a huge difference.”
JWU will help you acquire the knowledge and skills to thrive in the field of nursing. Upon program completion, you’ll be able to design and administer personcentered client care across diverse health populations and settings.
AREAS OF PRACTICE
• Community/public health nursing • Medical/surgical nursing • Maternal/newborn nursing • Pediatrics nursing • Psychiatric mental health nursing
Kaleigh Della Grotta ’25 * U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm
Why
Nursing at JWU?
• Full time, seated program completed in 4 consecutive semesters • 60 credits earned from your previous bachelor’s degree and 60 credits earned toward the nursing degree • High level of support from our “care team” from acceptance to graduation, including access to a personalized financial planner and a clinical placement coordinator • Mentorship from faculty and preceptors with strong clinical experience • State-of-the-art simulation centers designed to mimic a wide range of medical scenarios across the patient lifespan • Eligibility for a scholarship opportunity for qualified applicants up to $12,000 • 25% tuition discount for JWU alumni
• 100% first-time pass rate achieved on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEXRN) at our Providence Campus • Program cost includes uniforms, stethoscope bundle, textbooks and malpractice insurance for clinical site visits
SAMPLE COURSES FROM EACH SEMSESTER
1. NURS 3115 Health Assessment Lab 2. NURS 4060 Care of the Adult I Practicum 3. NURS 4340 Leadership in Nursing 4. NURS 4470 Care of the Adult II Practicum
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Johnson & Wales University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. The university reserves the right to make changes at any time to any of its activities, courses, facilities, modalities, offerings, programs, and services as it deems appropriate.
Care Team-based
Our students are educated alongside their colleagues. This cohort approach is designed to stretch students’ ability to view clients and their surroundings holistically, enabling them to be better clinicians and practitioners. Understanding the complexities of delivering care as a team sharpens the skills learned and is the foundation of Nursing at JWU.
(Stetho)scope us out and apply now. Admissions Criteria The ABSN degree program is for students with an earned non-nursing baccalaureate degree, who have completed explicit prerequisites to prepare them for nursing programs. Students can apply even if their bachelor’s degree and/or any prerequisite courses are still in-progress. How to Apply Go to apply.jwu.edu and complete your online application. Beyond your completed application, you’ll need: • • •
Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended Résumé Statement of Purpose
Have questions? Our ABSN admissions counselors are here for you. Providence
Charlotte
Lucy Wilson Lucy.Wilson@admissions.jwu.edu
Jessica Manglicmot Jessica.Manglicmot@admissions.jwu.edu
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