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Succeed With The RN To BSN Program Online


Are you a working RN and considered earning your BSN? Look no further than Sumner College’s RN to BSN program.

The RN to BSN is designed for registered nurses with an associate’s degree in nursing who want to advance in the profession. Our 13-month RN to BSN  program will broaden your understanding of best practices in nursing, and prepare you for leadership positions in which increasing levels of education are expected.

RN to BSN Program

The RN to BSN program is designed to allow you to continue working as a nurse while you are enrolled in the program. This way, you can further your education while also furthering your career.

Our program allows you to take the courses online around your work schedule.

Hospitals pursuing Magnet status may require registered nurses have a BSN, or be enrolled in a BSN program. This program is delivered 100% online, offering a convenient and flexible way for working students to continue their education without interrupting their employment.  Online classroom size is limited to 25 students per faculty member, so you get the personalized attention you need.

The completion of a bachelor’s degree in nursing is the gateway to graduate-level education, and advanced nursing employment roles.

Download the Information Kit and contact us today to find out more about our RN to BSN program.

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BSN Job Opportunities

WHAT KIND OF JOBS CAN YOU GET WITH A BSN?

A bachelor of science in nursing will prepare you for a wide variety of job opportunities, including:

  • Registered Nurse
  • Operating Room/Perioperative Nurse
  • Critical Care/ICU Nurse
  • Emergency Room Nurse
  • Labor and Delivery Nurse
  • Medical/Surgical Nurse
  • Charge Nurse
  • Case Manager
  • Home Health Nurse
  • Hospice Nurse
  • Oncology Nurse
  • And many more…

 

RN to BSN Job Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for registered nurses can expect a 6% increase in employment opportunities by 2031. This is about as fast as the average for all occupations.

In today’s healthcare market, registered nurses with their BSN will have an easier time finding a job than those without a BSN:

  • 27.7% of hospitals and other healthcare settings are requiring new hires to have a BSN
  • 71.7% of employers are expressing a strong preference for BSN program graduates
  • Rate of job offers for new nursing graduates four to six months after program completion:
    • 93% for entry-level BSN graduates
    • 89% for entry-level MSN graduates

Source: American Association of Colleges of Nursing

 

Learn more about the RN to BSN program at Sumner College in Portland, Oregon:

New Classes Start Today!

March classes start today! Welcome to our new BSN, PN and RN-BSN students.

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Meet Alex – Sumner College Graduate

Alex, congratulations on your graduation! As you’ve embarked on your nursing journey, remember: ‘Nursing is not just a profession, it’s a calling to serve, heal,

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Meet Alexandra – Sumner College RN to BSN Graduate

Alexandra, congratulations on your graduation! As you’ve embarked on your nursing journey, remember: ‘Nursing is not just a profession, it’s a calling to serve, heal,

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Meet Renee – Sumner College Graduate

Renee, congratulations on your graduation! As you’ve embarked on your nursing journey, remember: ‘Nursing is not just a profession, it’s a calling to serve, heal,

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Meet Serena – Sumner College Graduate

Serena congratulations on your graduation! As you’ve embarked on your nursing journey, remember: ‘Nursing is not just a profession, it’s a calling to serve, heal,

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Meet Amanda – Sumner College Graduate

Amanda, congratulations on your graduation! As you’ve embarked on your nursing journey, remember: ‘Nursing is not just a profession, it’s a calling to serve, heal,

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Meet Natalie – Sumner College Graduate

Natalie, congratulations on your graduation! As you’ve embarked on your nursing journey, remember: ‘Nursing is not just a profession, it’s a calling to serve, heal,

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Now Hiring

Are you a healthcare educator? Sumner College is looking for our next Nursing Educator to join our team. This is a part time position. Read

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Meet Erin – Sumner College Graduate

Erin, congratulations on your graduation! As you’ve embarked on your nursing journey, remember: ‘Nursing is not just a profession, it’s a calling to serve, heal,

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Meet Anne Marie – Sumner College Graduate

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Nursing Ranked Most Trusted Profession for 22nd Year

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Helpful Apps Every Nurse Should Have

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DiversityNursing.com – Helpful Resources

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Sumner College Clinical Partners

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Commencement Ceremony

Save the date - April 6, 2024 for Sumner College's Commencement Ceremony. Celebrating cohorts: PN54, PN55, ADN23, RN-BSN10 and RN-BSN11 Congratulations to you all!! Tickets

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Healthcare Hero

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Dynamic – Interactive – Rich with Real-world Relevance

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ER Nursing

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LPN

At Sumner College, we understand the importance of every role in the nursing field, including the dedicated work of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). LPNs are

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Flexible – Balanced – Online RN to BSN

Wondering what it's like to pursue a nursing degree online? At Sumner College, our RN to BSN program fits the busy lives of working nurses

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Nursing, beyond direct patient care

Thinking about a career in nursing but interested in roles beyond direct patient care? At Sumner College, we recognize that nursing offers diverse career paths,

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Jobs in 2031 will likely require postsecondary education

Degrees and credentials after high school will become increasingly important in the job market, a new report found. Analysis from the Georgetown University Center on

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Evolving Healthcare Landscape for Job Opportunities

As we enter 2024, the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, bringing exciting job opportunities for Practical Nurses. Nurses are able to work in different environments

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RNs, what is your next step in advancing your career in nursing?

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Is Practical Nursing a Career for You?

As a Practical Nurse, you can choose when and where you work. This career path offers an opportunity to enjoy a healthy work-life balance. At

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Why Choose Sumner College for your Nursing Education?

Why Sumner College? Our BSN Program is designed to be completed in 32 months No prerequisites required to apply Small class sizes foster exceptional learning

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Is a BSN required to work in hospitals?

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Dream More in 2024! – Welcome New Sumner College Nursing Students

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