Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

Bachelor’s Degree

Location: Online

Credits or Hours: 121

Indian River State College’s RN to BSN program is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. If you are a student who chooses to reside outside of Florida, Indian River State College cannot confirm whether this degree program meets educational requirements for employment in your state. Please contact the board of nursing in your state to determine whether this degree will meet their licensure requirements.

Registered Nurses (RNs) can expand their knowledge and skills by enrolling in the RN to BSN program at the Indian River State College School of Nursing. The RN to BSN program expands students’ knowledge and abilities in leadership, evidence-based practice, community, research, and theory. The nursing curriculum includes 10 courses with asynchronous online lectures along with clinical learning experiences in three courses. Students who are completing their registered nurse education and current Registered Nurses (RNs) are eligible to apply. Start a new chapter of your nursing career and apply to the RN to BSN program at the River!

The conceptual framework upon which the nursing curriculum was developed is based on six integrating concepts as defined by the National League of Nursing (2010). The concepts are 1) context and environment; 2) knowledge and science; 3) personal development; 4) quality and safety; 5) relationship-centered care; and 6) teamwork. These concepts are basic to the understanding of nursing and the complexity of the profession.

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Important Nursing Links & Documents

• Nursing Program Fees
• Physical and Immunization Form
• CPR Training

Associate in Science Degree in Nursing (RN)

Associate Degrees

Credits or Hours: 72

Indian River State College offers a number of different degrees and certificates leading to professional licensure in the state of Florida.  Some professions require both a degree and the successful completion of additional criteria such as licensure exams, field placements, or clinical hours. Student eligibility to apply to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam in the State of Florida is defined in 464.008, F.S., and also includes possession of a valid form of identification and a social security number. Please visit the Florida Board of Nursing to ensure your eligibility.

If you are a student who may choose to reside outside of Florida or one of the compact states after graduation, IRSC cannot confirm whether this degree program meets educational requirements for professional licensure in your state. Since the Associate in Science Degree in Nursing (ADN) program at IRSC is nationally accredited, the curriculum should meet the requirements of other states; however, some states have requirements in addition to the program’s curriculum.  If you wish to take the NCLEX-RN exam in a non-compact state, contact the board of nursing in the state to determine whether this degree will meet their licensure requirements.

Completion of the ADN program requirements makes you eligible to apply to take the NCLEX-RN in Florida or one of the nursing compact states if you apply for a multi-state license under the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). A list of current compact states can be located on the National Council of State Boards of Nursing website (https://www.ncsbn.org/nurse-licensure-compact.htm).

Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure Table for Nursing

Registered Nurses (RNs) are essential members of a healthcare team. Knowledge and skills unique to RNs place them at the frontline of healthcare as leaders, advocates, educators and caregivers of those in need in our community. This rewarding career provides RNs the ability to work in diverse settings, caring for clients throughout their lifespan. Completing your Associate in Science Degree in Nursing (ADN) through the School of Nursing at Indian River State College prepares you for a rewarding career.

Associate in Science Degree in Nursing (RN) Advanced Placement

Associate Degrees

Credits or Hours: 62

Our advanced placement accelerated RN track is exclusively for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Licensed Paramedics, and Registered Respiratory Therapists who want to earn their RN license.

Practical Nursing (LPN)

Career and Technical Education Programs

Location: Pruitt Campus

Hours/Duration: 1350/1.5 Years

Indian River State College offers a number of different degrees and certificates leading to professional licensure in the state of Florida. Some professions require both a degree and the successful completion of additional criteria such as licensure exams, field placements, or clinical hours. Student eligibility to apply to sit for the NCLEX-PN exam in the State of Florida is defined in 464.008, F.S., and also includes possession of a valid form of identification and a social security number. Please visit the Florida Board of Nursing to ensure your eligibility.

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are trained to work under the direction of doctors and registered nurses to assist with examining and treating patients; measure and record patient vital signs; prepare and administer injections; dress wounds; assist patients with bathing, dressing and eating; and record the progress of patients.

The Practical Nursing program is a 1350 clock hour program with four courses in lecture, lab, and the clinical setting. Students will earn a vocational certificate after successful completion of the program and will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN exam.

The Practical Nursing courses are offered part-time in the evenings and on weekends, providing a flexible format for working adults.

Nursing Assistant

Career and Technical Education Programs

Credits or Hours: 165 clock hours

Indian River State College offers a number of different degrees and certificates leading to professional licensure in the state of Florida. Some professions require both a degree and the successful completion of additional criteria such as licensure exams, field placements, or clinical hours. If your future plans include achieving licensure or certification, you should know that requirements vary by state.

After completion of the Nursing Assistant program, you are eligible to apply for practical and didactic exams through Prometric and the Florida State Board of Nursing to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of Florida.  If you are a student who may choose to reside outside of Florida, Indian River State College cannot confirm whether this degree program meets educational requirements for certification in your state. Please contact the board of nursing in your state to determine whether this course will meet their certification requirements.

Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure Table for Nursing

The Nursing Assistant program prepares students for certification and employment as nursing assistants in long-term care facilities, clinics, home care and hospitals. Students learn to identify and meet basic patient care needs for safety, vital signs, comfort, and activities of daily living.

Learning Outcomes:
After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the healthcare delivery system and health occupations.
2. Demonstrate the ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills effectively.
3. Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of and apply wellness and disease concepts.
5. Recognize and practice safety and security procedures.
6. Recognize and respond to emergency situations.
7. Recognize and practice infection control procedures.
8. Demonstrate an understanding of information technology applications in healthcare.
9. Demonstrate employability skills.
10. Demonstrate knowledge of blood-borne diseases, including HIV/AIDS.
11. Apply basic math and science skills.
12. Use verbal and written communications specific to nursing assisting.
13. Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities specific to nursing assisting.
14. Perform physical comfort and safety functions specific to nursing assisting.
15. Provide personal patient care.
16. Perform patient care procedures.
17. Apply principles of nutrition.
18. Provide care for geriatric patients.
19. Apply the principles of infection control specific to nursing assisting.
20. Provide biological, psychological and social support.
21. Perform supervised organizational functions, following the patient plan of care.
22. Assist with restorative (rehabilitative) activities.
23. Perform skills related to the hospital setting.