RN-BSN Track: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
RN Option
The RN-BSN track is designed for registered nurses (ADN or diploma) as an alternative and accelerated educational program for the baccalaureate degree. The curriculum is constructed to augment prior learning and professional experiences of the RN. The program is offered totally on-line to allow the RN the opportunity to attend school while still working. Clinical experiences in RNBS 4601 and RNBS 4631 are structured to enhance previous learning and develop higher levels of critical thinking as a BSN prepared registered nurse.
The curriculum flow is designed for the RN to complete the degree requirements in 12 months of full time study (2 regular academic semesters and 1 summer). Part time study is an option for those who cannot take a full semester of course work. All the RN-BSN courses are web based and offered every semester.
The RN enrolled in the RN-BSN track must successfully complete 30 semester hours of upper division courses in Nursing to earn a BSN degree. For the RN seeking to graduate with honors, an additional 15 SCH must be taken in order to meet the University requirement of completing 45 SCH at UT Tyler to graduate with honors (see graduation with honors requirements). If the RN applicant wishes to transfer a nursing course from another university that is equivalent to those required at UT Tyler, they must notify the pre-nursing advisor and consideration will be made as to course equivalency.
Requirements
All Registered Nurses in the RN-BSN track must have a current, active license in the state in which they reside and practice in order to be eligible to complete the required curriculum. Applicants must meet Texas core curriculum requirements. Upon admission to the nursing program all students must submit evidence of the following: (1) current immunizations- MMR, hepatitis B series (3 injections), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (2) TB screening (updated on a yearly basis) (3) American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR, (4) professional liability insurance purchased through the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, and (5) health insurance.
Semester I (10 hrs.)
Semester II (12 hrs.)
Semester III (8 hrs.)
| RNBS 4234 | Issues in Professional Practice | |
| RNBS 4601 | Community and Population Focused Nursing | |