BSN-RN-ON - Bachelor of Science in Nursing - RN-BSN

RN-BSN MAJOR (B.S.N. Completion Degree)

RN-BSN BSN Entry Requirements

This degree completion option allows licensed RNs to complete their BSN degree (RN-BSN) via theoretical and clinical experiences through Catawba Online. Graduates will have a liberal arts based education enriched with opportunities from diverse practice settings, and evidence-based competencies necessary to fulfill the service and scholarship obligations of a BSN-prepared nurse. Requirements and course descriptions are listed below.

 Admission Requirements

1.         To enter the RN-BSN major, the following must be met and maintained throughout the degree completion:

2.        Completion of an Associate’s Degree in Nursing or a Nursing Diploma (RN only)

3.        Active RN license (North Carolina or equivalent)

4.       Unencumbered (unrestricted) RN license

5.        Acceptable Criminal Background history

6.       Current CPR and liability insurance when taking clinical courses

7.       Sound mental and physical health necessary to meet the performance standards and learning outcomes

RN-BSN BSN Retention Policy

1.         Students enrolled in the RN-BSN major are expected to adhere to the following:

2.        Maintain a 3.0 grade point average

3.        Achieve "satisfactory" completion of all course and practicum competencies and related proficiencies

4.       Achieve "satisfactory" evaluations of performance in practicum settings by course faculty, or clinical preceptors during off-campus practicum rotations

5.        Attain a “B” or above in all nursing courses

6.       Maintain an active, unencumbered (unrestricted) RN license (North Carolina or equivalent)

7.       Maintain an acceptable criminal background history.

8.       Maintain current CPR and liability insurance when taking clinical courses

9.       Maintain sound mental and physical health necessary to meet the performance standards and learning outcomes

10.     Continuously meet clinical agency requirements to include immunizations

11.       Adhere to the established professional behavior guidelines and dress code requirements for Catawba College and applicable clinical agencies

Students falling below a cumulative GPA of 3.0 will be placed on probation. Students must increase their GPA to a 3.0 (or above) after one probationary semester in order to remain in the program. Failure to meet the 3.0 GPA requirement after one probationary semester, will lead to dismissal from the program. In certain circumstances, with approval of the Department Chair, students who have been dismissed may reapply to the program.

* Thirty (30) credit hours will be awarded after successful completion of NURS 3301 (grade of “B” or better) for previous nursing experiences/coursework. A minimum of 120 credit hours are required to complete the BSN degree. This includes the Catawba College general education requirements. The final 30 semester hours must be earned through Catawba College.