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    Get on the Fast Track Toward a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing!

    Located in the sunshine state of Florida, Remington College of Nursing offers an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree for graduates of non-nursing degree programs. Our accelerated BSN program can be completed in as few as 12 months, and after completing this program you’ll be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse) examination to become a registered nurse.

    Call now or fill out the form below to learn more about our Accelerated Bachelor of Nursing Degree program.

  • Who should consider an pursuing a registered nursing career?

    If you have an interest in health care and want to build a career helping others, you may want to consider an accelerated nursing degree from Remington College.(1) Registered nursing is one of today's fastest-growing occupations, and nurses play a key role in hospitals, doctor's offices, and care centers.

    What job duties are typically performed in registered nursing careers?:

    • Assist doctors with patient care
    • Help educate patients and their families
    • Perform certain tests
    • Administer medication and help manage treatment plans
    • Record medical histories
    • Assist with rehabilitation and patient follow up

    The largest percentage of nurses work in hospitals, though many nursing jobs are at private doctor's offices, outpatient care centers, and nursing homes.

    What is the outlook for nursing careers?

    The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) expects registered nursing to be one of the decade's fastest-growing careers, with expected employment growth of 22 percent from 2008 to 2018.

    Nurses commonly train for their careers by earning an associate's degree in nursing (ADN) or a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program.

    The ADN takes two to three years to complete, while the BSN takes four years and includes additional hands-on nurse training. If you already have a bachelor's degree, the accelerated nursing program at Remington College can help to prepare you for a nursing career in as little as one year.

    Nursing license requirements vary by state, but generally registered nurses must graduate from an accredited nursing degree program and pass a national licensing exam to begin practicing.

    What key skills can help those who wish to pursue a registered nursing career?

    The majority of nurses spend their day interacting with patients, and because of this they are often called upon to be caring, patient, and eager to help others. Attention to detail and the ability to supervise others also may help nurses advance in their careers.

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    (1) Employment upon graduation not guaranteed.
    Adapted from: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm
    Registered Nursing Career Outlook Archive