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Nursing (BSN)
- School of Nursing
- 1.5-4 Years, 30-120 Credits
- Online or In-Person
Begin a Journey that Transforms Lives
Turn your passion for helping people into a purposeful nursing career. The nursing program at D’Youville University is a CCNE-accredited program designed to provide the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to prepare for licensure in New York State. With multiple program timelines available, D’Youville nursing programs can get you to you there in traditional or accelerated pathways, in person or online. We also offer pathways for existing nurses (RN) to upskill to (BSN) credentials. Nursing graduates are prepared to provide care to a wide range health settings, among people of various age groups and backgrounds.
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Program at a Glance:
- In-Person OR Online
- 30-120 Credits
- 3 Tracks Available
- $86,070Median Wage for Nurses in 2023
- 6%National Job Growth by 2023 Faster Than Average
- 30-120Credits
- FlexibleBoth In-Person and Online Degrees Available
Program Spotlight
The Nursing (BSN) program develops the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for entry into the healthcare field. The program provides a meaningful integration of concept-based curriculum, simulation, clinical experiences and applied practice to ensure all students are prepared for their licensure examination.
Key Features
- Industry Relevance: Training for the current and future needs of the job market.
- Practitioner-oriented: Hands-on learning with state-of-the art simulation.
- Strong Mentorship & Supervision: Close guidance and support from faculty.
- Holistic Perspective: Develop high demand credentials in various settings.
- Social Connectedness: Grow as a professional with your peers cohort.
University Highlights
We are focused on the future! That means relevant skills, purposeful degrees, and an education that you can count on.
- Clinical Connections: Offer training in on-campus counseling clinic.
- Interprofessional: Learn alongside 12+ complementary health professions.
- Modern Facilities: Access to a campus of newly renovated spaces.
- Technology-focused: Experience state-of-the-art simulation training.
- Social Mobility: Generous financial aid leads to high paying jobs.
- Personal Touch: Offering very low 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
- Traditional (BSN): Traditional 4-year undergraduate degree intended for students enrolling straight out of high school. 120 Credits
- Accelerated (BSN): Expedited 15-month track allowing students to transition from other fields into nursing, build upon previous educational success. 53 Credits
- RN-to-BSN: Online degree track for registered nurses that has their Associate’s degrees to upskill to a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) 30-60 credits
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Nursing students at D'Youville learn to work as part of a collaborative healthcare team through interprofessional education labs.
The Pathway to Nurse Practitioner Leads Thru the BSN!
One of the aspects I treasure most about D'Youville is the strong sense of community that permeates every corner of our organization. From the vibrant and diverse student body to the dedicated professors in the Nursing Program and other programs, I'm continually inspired by the collective spirit of support and mutual trust and friendship that grows during your time here that defines our campus. It's this sense of unity and belonging that truly sets D'Youville apart and fills our school with heart and soul. Without our tight-knit community, our campus would be lacking its most precious asset: the unwavering support and genuine care that we extend to one another.
I became a nurse because I wanted to work with physically handicapped children. After my first clinical experience, I knew I wanted to be in the hospital, working with patients and their families. I continued my education and worked as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, in orthopedics/trauma. It wasn't until we moved to a different state that I transitioned into teaching. This has provided me with the fulfilling opportunity to see my nursing students grow - from novice to experienced nurse.
Program Requirements
A summary of required courses by program specialization and modality:
Accelerated Nursing (BSN)
Registered Nurse (RN) to Nursing (BSN)
Graduate Degrees
Many of our graduates enter academic programs in order to pursue careers as family nurse practitioners or in research and teaching in both private and public organizations. We prepare nurses to advance their practice through master's degree preparation as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or through preparation as a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in either Family Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. These programs are ideal options for graduates who wish to continue their education.
If you choose to pursue graduate education you can rest assured that the rigorous academic and clinical work you'll complete in our nursing BSN program will provide you with a solid foundation for advanced study and practice.
Internships
In order to further develop your clinical skills, you may have the opportunity to participate in an internship during the summer following your junior year. Not only will these internships provide you with invaluable clinical experience, but often students discover that the internships they participated in during their training lead to employment after graduation. Students preceding you have participated in internships at the following organizations (among others):
Faculty-Led Study Abroad
As a D’Youville nursing major your clinical experience opportunities could extend beyond the Western New York region to other parts of the world. During your senior year, you may have the chance to gain exposure to other healthcare systems and provide care to people in impoverished communities through a faculty-led Nursing Mission Trip to the Dominican Republic. You can also join students from other disciplines for other faculty-led study abroad elective courses and programs.
Additional Program Information
Careers in Nursing
Careers in Nursing
The shortage of physicians and nurses in the United States and around the world is very well recognized. As the demographics of countries increasingly shift toward aging populations, societies are experiencing a rise in chronic conditions, placing stronger demands on the healthcare sector. These conditions are driving the strong demand for more high-quality professionals in the workforce.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered Nurses play a critical role in patient care by providing hands-on support, emotional reassurance, and technical expertise. They assess patients’ conditions, administer medications, monitor progress, and educate patients and families about managing illnesses or injuries. RNs work in diverse settings, including hospitals, clinics, schools, and long-term care facilities, and often collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver optimal care. With additional certifications and experience, RNs can specialize in areas such as pediatrics, critical care, or oncology, further enhancing their career prospects and contributions to healthcare.
Program Objectives
As a graduate of the RN program, you will be prepared to provide comprehensive care across diverse healthcare settings. You will acquire the skills and knowledge to:
- Patient Assessment and Care: Develop the skills to assess, diagnose, and manage common acute and chronic health conditions in diverse patient populations across a range of healthcare settings.
- Health Promotion and Education: Gain expertise in educating patients on disease prevention, wellness, and healthy lifestyle choices to improve overall health outcomes.
- Clinical Practice in Multiple Settings: Build hands-on experience in various settings, including acute care, long-term care, outpatient clinics, and community health, with opportunities to specialize in over 75 different nursing fields.
- Team Collaboration: Learn to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated and patient-centered care.
- Safety and Clinical Competence: Master the skills necessary for administering medications and performing nursing procedures safely, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
- Leadership and Advocacy: Develop leadership skills to advocate for patients and contribute to the ongoing improvement of healthcare practices and policies.
- Diverse Career Pathways: As a graduate, pursue a variety of career paths, including military service, traveling nurse roles, or specialized positions in areas such as pediatrics, oncology, or nursing informatics, with opportunities for growth in clinical, research, and administrative settings.
Simulation & Clinicals
D’Youville students benefit from the close relationships that the institution has developed over the years with the region’s top-ranked hospitals and healthcare organizations.
Clinical Experience Sites
Your clinical experience may take place at any of the following regional facilities:
- Buffalo General Hospital
- Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital
- Women & Children's Hospital of Buffalo
- Roswell Park Cancer Institute
- Erie County Medical Center (ECMC)
- Kenmore Mercy Hospital
- Sisters of Charity Hospital
- Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
- Buffalo Psychiatric Center
- Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center
- Visiting Nurses Association of Western New York
- West Side Community Center
Affiliated Training Sites
Additional information is coming soon!
Accreditation
D'Youville University’s Patricia H. Garman School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Possessing CCNE-accreditation is a sign to employers that you have received instruction under rigorous standards. Graduates of this program will be prepared to succeed in their respective certification examination and further demonstrate their knowledge and experience to their future employers.
Licensure & Certifications
RN Focus
As a graduate of the RN program, students will be prepared to take the NCLEX-RN exam to become licensed as Registered Nurses. This licensure is essential for providing safe, effective care across a wide range of healthcare settings.
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