Iowa
Allen College
Allen College
1825 Logan Avenue
Waterloo, Iowa 50703
(319) 226-2000
http://www.allencollege.edu/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2&Itemid=25
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The baccalaureate program prepares professional nurses who can practice in a variety of settings. The program leads to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, which may serve as a terminal degree or the basis for graduate study.
Master of Science in Nursing
The mission of the Masters in Science in Nursing (MSN) program is based on the mission and goals of Allen College. In order to fulfill its mission, the College provides an MSN program that prepares individuals from diverse communities for advanced roles in nursing in a variety of settings. The MSN faculty members are dedicated to preparing individuals who have the skills to synthesize knowledge that is essential to scholarly practice and inquiry. Practicum opportunities incorporate theoretical and clinical components.
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Allen College, School of Nursing will host a site visit for the evaluation of the Doctor of Nursing Practice on October 16-18, 2013. Current students, alumni, health care professionals and other interested parties are invited to provide written input into the deliberations of the evaluation team. Please note that comments must be signed and received by CCNE no later than September 16, 2013 in order to be considered. During its review of the program, the evaluation team considers third-party comments, if any, that relate to the accreditation standards. Comments should address substantive matters related to the quality of Allen College or its DNP program. Comments should include your name, address, and telephone number.
Clarke University
Clarke University
1550 Clarke Drive
Dubuque, IA 52001
(888) 825-2753
http://www.clarke.edu/page.aspx?id=2438
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The baccalaureate degree in nursing prepares men and women for academic eligibility for licensure as registered nurses and, after licensure, for functioning as professional nurses in a variety of settings, including community agencies, clinics, extended care facilities, schools, industry, and hospitals. Graduates also have the academic foundation necessary to pursue graduate study and clinical specialization.
Master of Science in Nursing Education
If it’s time to think about advancing your nursing career, then it’s time to consider becoming a nurse educator with Master of Science in Nursing degree (MSN) from Clarke University. Clarke offers a nationally recognized program that is designed to serve the needs of the working health care professional seeking post baccalaureate study. The hybrid format enables students to complete the 41 credit hour Master’s degree in Nursing Education with full-time enrollment in 24 months. This program offers students the flexibility needed to continue their education and pursue a Master’s degree while keeping up with the demands of work and home.
Master of Science in Nursing FNP
If it’s time to think about advancing your nursing career, then it’s time to consider becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner with Master of Science in Nursing degree (MSN) from Clarke University. Clarke offers a nationally recognized program that is designed to serve the needs of the working health care professional seeking post baccalaureate study. The master's program at Clarke University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington DC 20036, (202)887-6791. This program offers students the flexibility needed to continue their education and pursue a Master’s degree while keeping up with the demands of work and home.
Coe College
Coe College
1220 First Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
877.CALL.COE
http://www.coe.edu/nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The nursing program is elite, selective, and known for educating outstanding nurses. We are not a typical BSN program!
•Participate in highly interactive classrooms that optimize the opportunity for critical thinking.
•Engage in hands-on nursing practice, in self-selected sites.
•Are paired one on one with registered nurse experts for three semesters of clinical learning.
•Learn from experienced teachers, with proven track records for excellence.
•Remain on campus for the entire four years of education.
•Receive personalized attention from faculty mentors.
•Are highly sought for employment because of their readiness to practice.
•Have opportunities to travel abroad.
•Apply leadership skills by implementing a quality improvement project in a health care agency.
•Form life-long relationships with faculty and peers.
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny Campus
DMACC Ankeny Campus
2006 S Ankeny Blvd
Ankeny, IA 50023
515-964-6200
https://go.dmacc.edu/programs/nursing/Pages/welcome.aspx
LPN
Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) are the entry level of the profession. In Iowa they are responsible for utilizing their nursing knowledge and skills to care for the sick, injured, convalescent, and disabled under the direction of physicians or registered nurses in structured health care settings.
LPN-RN
Students who previously completed a Practical Nursing Program and hold a license as a Practical Nurse may enter the Associate Degree Nursing-Advanced Standing Program. All students must satisfy program specific entry requirements before being accepted into the Advanced Standing Nursing Program.
Associate Degree in Nursing
Registered nurses (RNs) work to promote health, prevent disease, and to help patients cope with illness. They are advocates and health educators for patients, families, and communities. In Iowa the RN functions both independently and collaboratively when working with clients and other health care professionals.
Grand View University
1200 Grandview Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 263-2800
http://www.grandview.edu/aspx/audience/programlanding.aspx?aid=17&pid=5
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
At Grand View, the baccalaureate program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is a blend of liberal arts and professional nursing education, which together result in the learning neccesary for those interested in becoming professional nurses.
RN-BSN
Grand View has designed a BSN degree program that meets the needs of today’s nurses. Our BSN program provides convenience, flexibility and affordability. Most classes in this program are scheduled one afternoon or evening per week. Students may attend full- or part-time. Grand View participates in the Iowa Articulation Plan, as approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing. This plan awards credit for nursing knowledge, competence and skills in the RN curriculums of Associate Degree in Nursing programs and Diploma in Nursing programs. Transfer of credit follows the guidelines of the three options of the Iowa Articulation Plan. In addition, college parallel credits from accredited institutions are accepted. Grand View's personal admissions process helps RNs determine how credits transfer according to the appropriate option of the Iowa Articulation Plan.
Hawkeye Community College
1501 East Orange Rd
P.O. Box 8015
Waterloo, IA 50704-8015
319-296-2320
http://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/academics/programs/health/associate-degree-nursing/default.aspx
LPN-RN
The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program prepares students for entry-level practice as registered nurses and provides upward mobility for licensed practical nurses. Students gain clinical practice in local hospitals, public mental health institutions, community health agencies, public school nursing, and local long-term care facilities. Students must complete the Practical Nursing program before starting the Associate Degree Nursing program. Graduates of the Associate Degree Nursing program are eligible to take the national and state/regional examinations for licensure, which is required to practice as a Registered Nurse in any state. Please keep in mind, a social security number is required in order to take exams and apply for licensure.
LPN
The Practical Nursing program prepares students for entry-level practice as licensed practical nurses. Approximately one-half of the instructional time is spent in actual clinical practice in hospitals and nursing homes under the supervision of nursing instructors. Students are trained in nursing fundamentals, growth and development, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, medical surgical nursing including gerontology, maternal-child nursing, and mental health concepts. Graduates are eligible to take the national and state/regional examinations for licensure, which is required to practice in any state. A social security number is required in order to take exams and apply for licensure.
Indian Hills Community College
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-5111
http://www.indianhills.edu/courses/health/nursingassociate.html
Associate Degree in Nursing
The Associate Degree Nursing program builds on the knowledge and skills gained during Level I (Practical Nursing) and focuses on critical thinking, leadership and advanced nursing skills that are required to manage an acute care clinical area and care for individuals, families or communities with complex health care needs. You will receive hands–on training in the classroom and at supervised clinical experiences. After program completion, you will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX–PN) and be qualified to work as a licensed practical nurse or a registered nurse.
Iowa Central Community College
One Triton Circle
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
800-362-2793
http://www.iowacentral.edu/health_science/associate_degree_nursing/index.asp
Associate Degree in Nursing
The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program will prepare students for this exciting career with concentrated classroom studies and extensive clinical work (720 hours) based in a wide-range of health care settings. The first two semesters are identical in both the Practical Nursing (PN) program and the Associate Degree Nursing Program enabling students to finish with the PN after the first summer, and/or continue in the ADN program.
Practical Nursing
The Practical Nursing (PN) Program prepares students for entry-level positions, to provide nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician. The first two semesters are identical in both the Practical Nursing (PN) Program and the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program, enabling students to finish the Practical Nursing Program after the first summer, or to continue in the Associate Degree Nursing Program. The Practical Nursing Program will educate you for this career in concentrated classroom studies, along with extensive clinical work (360 hours) based in a wide-range of health care settings.
Iowa Lakes Community College
Iowa Lakes Community College
Campuses in Algona, Emmetsburg,
Estherville, Spencer and Spirit Lake.
800-521-5054
http://www.iowalakes.edu/academic_programs/programs_of_study/health/associate_degree_nursing/
Associate Degree in Nursing
The Associate Degree Nursing Program is offered as a full-time daytime program at the Emmetsburg Campus. Iowa Lakes Community College values the challenges of the non-traditional, working student and strives to provide an accommodating learning environment. Therefore, you have the option of attending part-time in the evening/weekend program. The nursing program is approved by the Iowa Lakes Board of Trustees, the Iowa Department of Education and the Iowa Board of Nursing.
Practical Nursing
The Practical Nursing Program is offered as a full-time daytime program at the Emmetsburg Campus. Iowa Lakes Community College values the challenges of the non-traditional, working student and strives to provide an accommodating learning environment. Therefore, you have the option of attending part-time in the evening/weekend program at the Emmetsburg campus. The nursing program is approved by the Iowa Lakes Board of Trustees, the Iowa Department of Education and the Iowa Board of Nursing.
Iowa Valley Community College
3702 S. Center St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
641-648-8647
http://www.iavalley.edu/nursing/
Associate Degree in Nursing
Iowa Valley Community College district (IVCCD) offers a Practical Nursing diploma program and Associate Degree Nursing (RN) program at Marshalltown Community College and Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls. Both campuses offer ladder programs in which students must first earn their Practical Nursing diploma and the pass the Practical Nursing licensure exam prior to entering the Associate Degree Nursing program. IVCCD Nursing courses cover the areas of medical, surgical, maternal-child, pediatrics, geriatric and mental health nursing at both the PN and ADN levels. Patient care skills are learned in supervised lab setting and in simulated clinical experiences. Students receive clinical experience in a variety of settings such as area hospitals, long term care facilities and mental health facilities as well as a number of specialty clinical experiences.
Practical Nursing
Pre-nursing students planning to enter the Practical Nursing (PN) program are advised to take the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) prerequisite courses simultaneously with the PN prerequisite courses if they have intentions of enrolling in the ADN program in the future.
Iowa Wesleyan College
Iowa Wesleyan College
601 N. Main Street
Mount Pleasant, Iowa 52641
800.582.2383
http://www.iwc.edu/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&layout=division-landing&id=301
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Students who satisfactorily complete all requirements for the nursing major will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BSN). Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN®). Successful completion of this examination will result in licensure as a Registered Nurse.
Iowa Western Community College
Iowa Western Community College
2700 College Rd
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
712.325.3200
http://www.iwcc.edu/Academic_Programs/Nursing/
Associate Degree in Nursing
Upon completion of the practical nurse course sequence at Iowa Western, students are eligible for progression to the Associate Degree or RN portion of the program. Earning the Associate of Applied Science Degree allows students to sit for the NCLEX-RN test, and practice as a Registered Nurse after passing the exam. Building on the curriculum of the PN program, the ADN student grows from the individual focus to family, community and population groups. From working with a child with an acute or chronic disease to teaching the elderly patient self-care as they go home from the hospital, the ADN student is involved in the hospital and community. Communicating with people and teaching continue to be a large part of the students job as nursing moves into the community. From taking the patient history on admission to the hospital to helping a mom through labor, ADN students are involved in many aspects of nursing. The Iowa Western program prepares students for a variety of nursing roles.
Practical Nursing
Practical nurses take care of the elderly in long-term care, infants and children in specialty units, and young and middle aged adults in physicians clinics. Iowa Western can prepare you for all of these roles and many more. The program focus is on communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as direct nursing cares.
Kirkwood Community College
Kirkwood Community College
6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404
319-398-5411
http://www.kirkwood.edu/nursing
LPN-RN
The first two semesters of the Practical Nursing (PN) and Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) programs are identical and provide a core of knowledge and skills that are common to both nursing roles. Kirkwood nursing classes cover medical, surgical, geriatric, maternal-child, mental health and home health nursing over the five-semester program. Patient care skills are learned in a supervised lab setting. Clinical experience begins in the first semester. Students receive clinical experience in all of the major areas of nursing and complete their clinics in area hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, mental health facilities, home health agencies and a variety of specialty clinics.
Luther College
Luther College
700 College Drive
Decorah, Iowa 52101
563-387-2000
http://www.luther.edu/nursing/
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The goal of Luther's nursing faculty is to prepare nurses to function autonomously and interdependently with individuals, families, groups, and communities to promote, maintain, and restore optimal health in a variety of health-care settings. The program gives students a broad approach to nursing, providing a base for graduate study or immediate entry into the nursing profession. Following graduation, Luther nursing students may take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses. The baccalaureate program at Luther College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington DC 20036, (202) 887-6791.
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Mercy College of Health Sciences
928 6th Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50309-1239
(515) 643-6715
http://www.mchs.edu/index.cfm
Associate of Science in Nursing
Once you complete your Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree you’ll be eligible for the Registered Nurse licensing examination. After successful completion of the licensing exam, you will be eligible to provide entry-level, holistic nursing care for a wide range of patients, residents and clients in many different health care settings. We have a five-semester curriculum with a total of 72 credit hours, which includes 33 credits from liberal arts and sciences and 39 credits of nursing. Our college also serves as an ASN degree program sending institution in the Iowa Board of Nursing Articulation Plan for Nursing Education. Through this plan, nursing education programs cooperate so students can learn and advance their career goals with minimal learning repetition.
RN-BSN Online
Mercy's 100% online RN to BSN program offers you educational mobility as a registered nurse. We offer you the opportunity to use your prior nursing education and professional experiences to earn advanced leadership roles in your workplace. If you are a registered nurse who has a diploma or ASN degree and a current, valid license, you will receive 39 credit hours towards your BSN. Additional liberal arts and science courses may transfer.
Morningside College
1501 Morningside Avenue
Sioux City, IA 51106
800-831-0806
http://webs.morningside.edu/nursing/dept_overview.html
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The Department of Nursing offers a four-year baccalaureate nursing program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. The curriculum is designed with courses in the liberal arts, the sciences and nursing to enhance one's knowledge and understanding of professional nursing practice. Nursing courses are taken in the sophomore, junior, and senior years in conjunction with remaining degree requirements. Nursing courses are sequenced to build on previous knowledge, taking students from simple through complex nursing situations. Professional nursing practice requires skill in critical thinking, decision-making, management, research, and the technologies of nursing. The nursing curriculum presents the theory, science, and art of nursing and encompasses the care of persons of all ages from the unborn child to the aged. All major specialty areas of health care are introduced with practical (clinical) experiences taking place in a variety of health care agencies and settings.
RN-BSN
Registered Nurse degree completion students must meet the same academic requirements as basic students. Students must first be accepted into Morningside College, although, this does not insure admission into the nursing major. Admission to the nursing major requires a separate admission process. Current licensure as a registered nurse in Iowa is required or the interstate nurse licensure compact, Iowa Code Section 152E.1, recognizes licensure from participating states.
Mount Mercy University
1330 Elmhurst Drive NE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402-4797
(319) 363-8213
http://www.mtmercy.edu/department-nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The nursing curriculum integrates theoretical nursing content, simulation and skills practice and clinical experience in in-patient and community health settings. The collaboration of the Department of Nursing with Mercy Medical Center and metro Catholic schools in Cedar Rapids allows for unique clinical experiences in the health promotion of children. Under supervision of pediatric nurse practitioners (PNP), students perform screening, teaching and health promotion activities for in parochial schools. Students will participate in a variety of clinical experiences to address needs in the community, as well as, to meet the expectations of education for the requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree.
RN-BSN
Courses are offered one night per week or one Saturday morning per week for either a 5-week or 10-week block. This innovative format allows you to focus on one class at a time instead of juggling coursework of two, three or even four classes which are typical of a traditional college course format. The majority of your nursing core classes will be offered on a Wednesday night, with general education classes fluctuating throughout the weekday and Saturday schedule.
Master of Science in Nursing
Mount Mercy’s Master of Science in Nursing program prepares graduates to lead the profession in meeting the challenges of an ever-changing, complex health care system. Whether employed in the community or an in-patient setting, nurses will acquire the knowledge and skills to lead, teach, advocate, and practice with individuals, families, and communities at an advanced level.
North Iowa Area Community College
North Iowa Area Community College
500 College Drive
Mason City, IA 50401
641-423-1264
http://www.niacc.edu/health/adnurse.html
Associate Degree in Nursing
The Associate Degree Nursing program is designed to prepare men and women for general staff registered nursing positions which involve direct care of patients. NIACC offers two routes of entry into the program. One program is designed for beginning students, and the other is for Licensed Practical Nurses desiring to continue their education to become a registered nurse. The program is approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, phone: 404-975-5000, fax: 404-975-5020, www.nlnac.org). The ADN program articulates with 4-year nursing baccalaureate programs in Iowa allowing graduates to continue their nursing education. The University of Iowa College of Nursing offers an RN-BSN Progression Program on the NIACC campus.
LPN-RN
Upon completion of the program, students are awarded an associate degree in applied science and are then prepared to work in a beginning staff nurse position. Graduates are eligible for the NCLEX-RN exam. After passing this exam, the graduate receives registered nurse status.
Practical Nursing
Practical Nursing is designed to prepare men and women to work in nursing situations which are relatively stable and unchanging. The PN is trained to assist experienced registered nurses and physicians in more complex and rapidly changing situations. The PN program can be completed in one summer term and two academic terms. Minimum standards for graduation are an overall grade point average of 2.00 (C) in the prescribed curriculum; a "C" in each nursing course including theory and a satisfactory achievement in clinical performance; and at least a " C - " in required nonnursing courses. Individuals considering enrollment or currently enrolled in the PN program should be aware that prior felony convictions may prohibit eligibility for licensure upon completion of the program.
Southeastern Community College
Southeastern Community College
1500 West Agency Road
West Burlington, IA 52655
(866) SCC-IOWA
http://www.scciowa.edu/scripts/admissions/programs/programcourseselect.asp?program=26131
Associate of Science in Nursing
The Associate Degree in Nursing builds upon the foundations of practical nursing. The associate degree nurse is responsible for the management of patient and family nursing care in which the needs are more complex. The associate degree nurse also utilizes the nursing process, advanced clinical skills, and leadership to promote and facilitate health across the lifespan. The associate degree nurse works in a variety of healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, home health care, long-term care facilities, and community and public health settings.
LPN
Licensed Practical Nurses work primarily in long-term care settings, physicians' offices, clinics and home health care. Nursing professionals work daytime, evening, night, and weekend hours. Upon completion of the requirements of the nursing program for the practical nursing diploma option the student is eligible to take the National Council for Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) for practical nursing. Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN will allow the individual to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Upon successful completion of the Practical Nursing Diploma requirements the student may also advance to the Associate Degree Nurse career option. Students receiving the PN Diploma and passing the liensure examination may work as an LPN while pursuing the Associate Degree in Nursing.
Southwestern Community College
Creston Campus
1501 W. Townline St
Creston, IA 50801
641.782.7081
http://www.swcciowa.edu/academics/areas-of-study/nursing
Associate of Science in Nursing
SWCC’s nursing program has participated in the Iowa Articulation Plan since 1991 and therefore graduates of SWCC’s associate degree nursing program are able to articulate easily into four-year colleges' bachelor of science degree in nursing (BSN) programs in Iowa. So, if your plan is to stay in Iowa and obtain your BSN from an Iowa school, SWCC is the place for you. Classes begin annually in late-August and graduation is in late-June. The Creston campus offers LPN and RN and the Red Oak Center offers RN only. Creston is 70 miles southwest of Des Moines and Red Oak is 50 miles southeast of Omaha, NE.
LPN
SWCC offers nursing education as a "ladder concept." New students are eligible to apply for the practical nursing (LPN) program. Upon successful completion of the LPN program, students are then eligible to apply for the registered nursing program. Graduates of each program are eligible to take the NCLEX PN or RN exam at the end of the one or two years respectively. Southwestern graduates have achieved a high pass rate upon taking the exam for the first time.
St. Ambrose University
St. Ambrose University
518 West Locust Street
Davenport, Iowa 52803
563-333-6000
http://www.sau.edu/Academic_Programs/Nursing.html
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The BSN program is accredited by the State of Iowa Board of Nursing and nationally, by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The program is unique in that students complete more theory prior to their patient care experiences which extends time to acquire required nursing skills. Unlicensed first year and transfer students are identified as basic students as opposed to registered nurse students who are licensed without a BSN.
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The Bachelor of Nursing program has been designed for students who already have a current bachelor degree and wish to return to school for nursing.
RN-BSN
RNs who desire to earn the BSN degree at St. Ambrose University need to fulfill additional general education and nursing courses. It is advisable to complete the majority of the remaining general education courses prior to completing the required 27 credits of nursing courses. The additional general education credits may be completed through a number of options. RN students typically attend class at the ACCEL program (Adult College Curriculum for Education and Leadership) site. ACCEL is designed for adult students who have at least three years of full-time work experience and have completed a minimum of 24 transferable credits with a grade point average of 2.0 or better.
St. Luke's College
2800 Pierce St, Suite 410
Sioux City, Iowa 51104
(712) 279-3149
http://www.stlukescollege.edu/body.cfm?id=68
Associate of Science in Nursing
The Nursing program combines the art and science of nursing to provide a holistic approach to patient care. Registered nurses utilize their knowledge and compassion in managing the care of patients in a variety of healthcare settings. Graduates of the nursing program are eligible to make application for licensure to become a Registered Nurse (RN) by taking the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). The nursing program at St. Luke's College offers a program of excellence providing graduates with the skills and knowledge to function as beginning nurse generalists.
The University of Iowa
The University of Iowa
College of Nursing
101 College of Nursing Building
50 Newton Road
Iowa City, IA 52242-1121
319-335-7018
http://www.nursing.uiowa.edu/
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The college’s innovative program combines in-depth learning with extensive patient contact. We work in cooperation with the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (UIHC) – one of the largest teaching and research hospitals in the country – to provide excellent clinical experiences throughout your plan of study. In partnership with UIHC, the college operates the state-of-the-art Nursing Clinical Education Center, which features clinical labs where students practice sophisticated and complex nursing care in specialty and clinical situations. The College of Nursing is an integral part of the University of Iowa Health Sciences Campus, sharing in and contributing to teaching, research, and patient care that have earned international recognition. Faculty and students participate fully in University life and contribute their time, interests, and abilities to the many activities of a major research university.
RN-BSN
Our program is largely online. There is one practicum/clinical course (community and public health) that has face-to-face components. We will place you in a practicum site close to your residing address (within 100 miles). The community and public health practicum course must be completed in the state of Iowa and you must have a valid Iowa nursing license. This program is for associate degree and diploma-prepared RNs who are ready to expand their nursing skills and professional potential by earning the BSN. The BSN serves as the base for graduate study in nursing and opens many professional opportunities. As a leader in nursing education, the University of Iowa is committed to increasing the number of baccalaureate-prepared nurses in the state of Iowa. We support the national goal of a nursing workforce of 80 percent BSN-prepared nurses by 2020.
Master of Science in Nursing CNL
The Clinical Nurse Leader or CNL is an evolving nursing role developed by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) in collaboration with leaders from the education and practice arenas. AACN is advancing the CNL as a clinical expert focused upon improving the quality of patient care and helping professional nurses to thrive in the health care system. The CNL role has demonstrated effectiveness in improving outcomes, elevating current evidence-based practice and enhancing quality.
PhD in Nursing
The University of Iowa College of Nursing PhD program prepares scholars to move nursing science forward and helps students build on their knowledge base relevant to nursing and contribute to the body of nursing knowledge. The program strengths include stu
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Today’s quickly evolving health care environment demands professionals who have the knowledge and skills to get the job done. At the University of Iowa we have a new curriculum designed to prepare the next generation of advance practice nurses and leaders