Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RPN to BScN) (Distance)

NOTE: All theory courses available online. However, note that there is a work placement component in this program. Blended Delivery Distance Education, Part-time, 5-year

 

The School of Nursing has formed a number of partnerships with Ontario health care agencies that allow current RPNs the opportunity to study part-time towards a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. This program is offered through distance education and takes five years to complete.

Theory based courses are offered through online delivery, while practicum based courses are offered either within the health care agency that the student is employed by or one of our other partner agencies.​​​
 

What is Blended Learning? "Blended" learning means courses are both online and face-to-face. This kind of flexible learning allows greater choice for learners. This includes choosing when, where, and how learning occurs that adapts to your busy work and life schedule while following our curriculum.

 

Who is this Program for? Students in this program must be self-directed, Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) with the Province of Ontario, and registered through the College of Nurses of Ontario. The health care agency you work for must be supportive and arrange a partnership with Nipissing University. Students must have obtained an Ontario 2-year RPN diploma and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher to be eligible for admission.

 

Is the Program Full- or Part-time? The program is a part-time program that must be completed within seven years from the date of admission, however, it can be completed within five years.

 

Graduation Requirements: In addition to the program requirements listed below, students must also satisfy the Bachelor of Science (Nursing) degree requirements. Please refer to that section of the Calendar.

 

Program Requirements: Students must complete all nursing theory courses with a minimum grade of 60% in order to progress through the program and 50% in non-nursing required courses.

 

Students will be required to withdraw from the nursing program should they receive more than one grade of "unsatisfactory" in clinical courses.

 

Students must complete the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program in seven (7) years from the original date of admission.

 

Note: One year refers to both the Fall/ Winter and Spring/Summer term.

 

All NSGD courses are restricted to students enrolled in the RPN to BScN Blended Learning program. Special permission may be granted from the School of Nursing.

 

BIOL 1011              Human Biology and Biochemistry 3 cr.
ACAD 1601             Academic Writing 3 cr.
NSGD 2106            Clinical Practicum for RPN to BScN 3 cr.
NSGD 2116            Health Challenges I 3 cr.
NSGD 2117            Health Challenges II 3 cr.
NSGD 2147            Professional Nursing Practice 3 cr.
 
Year 2
MATH 1257             Technical Statistics 3 cr.
BIOL 2116              Principles of Microbiology 3 cr.
NSGD 2017            Concepts in Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 3 cr.
NSGD 2007            Concepts in Mental Health Nursing 3 cr.
NSGD 2028            Clinical Practicum – Nursing in Specialized Settings: Mental Health 1.5 cr.
NSGD 2029            Clinical Practicum – Nursing in Specialized Settings: Women and Children 1.5 cr.
NSGD 2216            Critical Inquiry and Evidenced Informed Practice 3 cr.
 
Year 3
NSGD 3016            Family Nursing 3 cr.
NSGD 3026            Clinical Practicum – Family Nursing in Diverse Settings 3 cr.
NSGD 3006            Nursing Theories 3 cr.
NSGD 3216            Research in Nursing Practice 3 cr.
NSGD 3336            Culture and Nursing Practice 3 cr.
Elective                  3 cr.
 
Year 4
NSGD 3007            Community Health Nursing 3 cr.
NSGD 3027            Clinical Practicum – Nursing Communities and Populations 3 cr.
NSGD 4006            Nursing Informatics 3 cr.
NSGD 4026            Clinical Practicum – Advanced Nursing Practice 3 cr.
NSGD 4136            Complex Health Challenges I 3 cr.
NSGD 4137            Complex Health Challenges II 3 cr.
 
Year 5
NSGD 4027            Clinical Practicum – Preceptorship 9 cr.
NSGD 4777            Leadership in Action 3 cr.
Elective                  6 cr.
 

 

Upon admission to the program, and on an annual basis, each student is required to submit their nonacademic clinical placement requirements. These requirements include School of Nursing forms, Proof of Vaccinations including Influenza Vaccination, proof of CPR certification, proof of successful Mask Fit Testing, and a valid Police Vulnerable Sector Check. Students are required to follow email notices from the Clearance office informing them of all clearance requirements, the acceptable dates for each document as well as clearance deadlines. Submission of false, misleading, mispresented, altered, omitted or forged documentation is considered academic and professional dishonesty. Such behaviour will be reported to the College of Nurses in Ontario and will also result in serious consequences as listed in the university policy on academic dishonesty up to, and including suspension and expulsion from the university.

 

 

Each student must successfully compete the three mandatory Dosage Calculation Competency Tests while in the program as per the schedule below to be eligible for the next acute care setting practicum.

 

Test 1: During NSGD 2106 for NSGD 2028/NSGD 2029

Test 2: During NSGD 2028/NSGD 2029 for NSGD 4026

Test 3: During NSGD 4026 for NSGD 4027

 

Fees: https://www.nipissingu.ca/departments/student-financial-services/fees-and-payments/rpn-bridging-program