Ruth Amador RN-BS-MSN ’13
Ruth is co-founder of the western Massachusetts chapter of NAHN, the National Association of Hispanic Nurses.
The RN-BSN-MSN track is an accelerated program of study available to registered nurses seeking completion of both the baccalaureate (BSN) and masters degree in nursing (MSN). The RN-BSN-MSN program is an articulated plan that includes two bridge courses within the baccalaureate curriculum; and allows the student to complete graduate-level nursing courses while enrolled in the RN-BSN program.
During the RN-BSN-MSN plan, the BSN degree is conferred upon successful completion of the RN-BSN required curriculum and residency credits. The student then completes the master’s program in a selected specialization track to meet degree requirements for the MSN. Students completing the RN-BSN-MSN track will be awarded two degrees – a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) and a master of science in nursing (MSN).
Admission Requirements
RN-BSN-MSN Candidates
Applicants are required to be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and meet the requirements for the RN-BSN Program. The following courses are required:
- English: 3 credits
- Introduction to Psychology: 3 credits
- Anatomy and Physiology: 8 credits
- Life Span Growth and Development : 3 credits
- Microbiology: 4 credits
- Non-nursing electives: 15 credits
Nursing License Requirements
Applicants must be eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.
Required Documentation
- One letter of recommendation, preferably from an academic source or from the administrative supervisor in the most recent nursing position.
- Official transcripts from all undergraduate programs and graduate level courses.
- Successful completion of a three-credit statistics course with a final grade of at least C+.
- Current resume that includes prior education and work experience.
- Writing sample reflecting applicant’s graduate learning goals and reasons for applying to the graduate program (maximum length 3 pages).
- Proof of licensure as an RN by end of second semester.
Curriculum
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Students enrolled in the RN-BSN-MSN track first complete the required RN-BSN coursework listed below. Once a specialty track has been selected for the MSN degree, students continue their education with additional core classes and seminars relevant to their focus.
Fall Session 1
| Course # | Formerly | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUR 3101 | NUR 311 | Nursing as a Profession | 3 |
| NUR 2600 | NUR 260 | Professional Communication | 3 |
| NUR 3XXX | Technology: Methods and Tools for Online Studies | 1 |
Fall Session 2
| Course # | Formerly | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUR 3102 | NUR 312 | Adult Health Assessment/RN | 3 |
| MAT 1009 | MAT 109 | Statistics | 3 |
| Any religion (REL) course | 3 |
Spring Session 1
| Course # | Formerly | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUR 3207 | NUR 327 | Family Theory/Application | 3 |
| NUR 3107 | NUR 317 | Genomics: Application to Nursing | 3 |
Spring Session 2
| Course # | Formerly | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUR 3400 | NUR 340 | Evidence-based Nursing Practice | 3 |
| NUR 4405 | NUR 445 | Population Health Nursing | 3 |
Summer Session 1
| Course # | Formerly | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUR 4308 | NUR 438 | Quality & Safety in Healthcare | 3 |
| PHI 2408 | PHI 248 | Healthcare Ethics | 3 |
Summer Session 2
| Course # | Formerly | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core courses as needed (HIS, ART) |