NURSING SCHOOLS

We have listed several Nursing Schools options to create a starting point to help find the right nursing school for you. There are thousands in existence so these are the some of the most popular types of Nursing Schools.

1) Nursing Informatics

Information technology training provides nursing professionals with a unique advantage over traditional information system graduates. Completion of the certificate program prepares the nurse for the informatics nurse certification examination. Work opportunities for the candidate include consulting firms, hospitals, outpatient settings, and vendor organizations.

2) Associate of Science In Medical Assisting (MA)

Multi-skilled assistants that handle both administrative and clinical duties are in demand. Students receive clinical practice at a healthcare facility in their community. They train for patient care duties, minor surgical procedure assistance, injections, lab operations, x-rays and electrocardiograms. Administrative training includes patient records keeping, billing, scheduling of appointments, ordering supplies and handling insurance claims.

3) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Additional leadership training prepares the BSN graduate for higher level nurse functions, above vocational and associate degree nurses. Each program is designed to develop both professional and technical nursing skills. Biological, physical, and social science coursework form the core of nursing science. Liberal arts coursework enhances the development of the intellectual, social, and cultural aspect of students.

4) Licensed Practical Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (LPN to BSN)

Special consideration is given to graduates of practical nursing programs, to seek a bachelor degree in nursing. Advanced placement may be obtained by transfer of credits in accordance with each college’s policy. The LPN to BSN program is designed to progress the student through the required course work in an efficient and economical manner by avoiding redundancies in prior learning.

5) Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

Professional nurses are prepared for rewarding careers, leadership position, or graduate study. The RN to BSN program is comprised of general education requirements and a professional component. Each college strives to avoid unnecessary repetition of course work or clinical experiences. Transfer credits for completion of pre-requisite courses are given in accordance with each college’s policy.

6) Master Of Science in Nursing (MSN)

The Master of Nursing program is designed to prepare nurses for advanced practice roles. These roles may include assessments, diagnosis, and initiation of treatments within the scope of practice. Other roles include monitoring and care coordination of patient groups within a hospital or community. Student coursework includes advanced knowledge of nursing theory and clinical research.


7) Master of Science in Nursing / Family Nurse Practitioner

Graduate students gain clinical decision making, diagnosis, and case management skills. Coursework builds upon the bachelor degree based theory, research, and leadership. Special emphasis on advanced family practice, family health promotion, and clinical management of common health conditions across the life span.


8) Master of Science in Nursing / MBA / Health Care Management

Nursing combines with business management geared towards the health care system. The nursing component focuses on the skills and knowledge base of patient support services. The MBA component exposes the nurse to complex management problem solving techniques and functional knowledge of accounting, finance, and general business studies.

9) Forensic Nursing Certificate

Investigative science program to prepare a nurse for crime scene or accident work with detectives. Assist in the collection of evidence, tissue, and blood samples. Forensic nurses also treat survivors of violent crime or accident victims. They may identify causes of death or injury and make referrals for appropriate follow-up care. Graduates will find opportunities in medical examiners’ offices, social services, hospital units, and with law enforcement agencies.

10) Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate

Combine your nursing education and clinical experience with legal knowledge and consulting skills. This certificate course will prepare you to assist attorneys with medical malpractice and personal injury lawsuits. Legal nurse consultants perform both legal and medical research, identify standards of care, review medical records, and interview witnesses. Work opportunities include positions in law firms, insurance companies, HMOs, government agencies, and independent consulting practices.