Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Four-year Undergraduate Program
The Elon University Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program is a four-year, 142 credit hour curriculum that will qualify students to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) to become a licensed, registered nurse. The four-year curriculum satisfies all core requirements, includes opportunities for experiential and global learning, and is built to allow pursuit of a biology minor in addition to all nursing pre-requisites. Prerequisite requirements include 24 hours of coursework, including human anatomy and physiology (8 credits), microbiology (4 credits), basic statistics (4 credits), lifespan development (4 credits), and nutrition (4 credits).
During their second year at Elon, students will complete a secondary process for admission into the BSN. Admissions requirements are based on a comprehensive analysis of the BSN programs offered throughout North Carolina at both public and private institutions. Students who successfully complete the secondary admissions process will matriculate into nursing coursework in the Francis Center at the beginning of their third year, completing all degree requirements and their Core Capstone within 4 years.
Plan of Study
Foundation Courses
The following courses in related disciplines are required for the Nursing major. Some may also apply to Core Curriculum requirements.
Nursing Courses
Nursing courses must be taken in sequence following the plan of study at the end of this section.
| NRS 2000 | HEALTHCARE RELATIONSHIPS I: DISPARITY, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION | 4 sh |
| NRS 2100 | FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING PRACTICE | 6 sh |
| NRS 2200 | ASSESSMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS FOR NURSING PRACTICE | 4 sh |
| NRS 2300 | PRINCIPLES OF PHYSIOLOGY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSING PRACTICE | 3 sh |
| NRS 2400 | PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSING PRACTICE | 3 sh |
| NRS 3100 | NURSING MANAGEMENT OF ADULTS I | 6 s-h |
| NRS 3200 | FAMILY-CENTERED NURSING CARE FOR INFANTS, CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS | 4 s-h |
| NRS 3300 | GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING | 2 sh |
| NRS 3400 | MULTIPLE PERSPECTIVES IN MENTAL HEALTH | 4 sh |
| NRS 4000 | PREPARATORY SEMINAR: HEALTHCARE RELATIONSHIPS II | 1 sh |
| NRS 4100 | EVIDENCE-BASED NURSING PRACTICE | 4 sh |
| NRS 4200 | POPULATION AND COMMUNITY HEALTH | 4 sh |
| NRS 4300 | HEALTHCARE RELATIONSHIPS II: DISPARITY, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION | 4 sh |
| NRS 4400 | REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH | 4 sh |
| NRS 4500 | NURSING MANAGEMENT OF ADULTS II | 6 sh |
| NRS 4600 | CRUCIAL CONVERSATIONS IN HEALTHCARE | 2 sh |
| NRS 4800 | PATHWAYS TO PRACTICE | 4 sh |
Elon University nursing graduates will provide culturally sensitive, compassionate, and efficacious care for clients and families.
Elon University nursing graduates will demonstrate judicious and ethical decision-making that champions client dignity and health and upholds professional and workplace standards.
Elon University nursing graduates will conscientiously employ the nursing process to manage and justify client care delivery.
Elon University nursing graduates will carefully monitor and manage changing client conditions to ensure optimal care.
Elon University nursing graduates will utilize current evidence to guide the nursing process and enhance nursing practice.
Elon University nursing graduates will demonstrate a sustained commitment to continuous quality improvement and safety in nursing practice.
Elon University nursing graduates will carefully collect and analyze client data to support choice of interventions, using informatics and technology as essential tools to monitor outcomes.
Elon University nursing graduates will focus on clear communication as leaders of an interprofessional team, willingly addressing conflict to ensure client-centered care.
Elon University nursing graduates will consistently engage in wellness, self-care, and stress management strategies to develop resiliency and maximize job satisfaction.
Elon University nursing graduates will pursue professional development as a means to enhance nursing performance and positively impact client outcomes.
Total Credit Hours: 142