nursing
4 Reasons Why RNs Should Pursue a BSN
America’s healthcare industry is changing at a rapid rate. Due to this, the demand for individuals with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is higher than ever. In fact, the field of nursing will see an expected growth rate of 7 percent by 2029. Wondering if it’s time to take your nursing career […]
News Release: ACU Online Launches RN to BSN Program
For immediate release: March 15, 2021 Dallas, Texas – Abilene Christian University is launching a new online degree offering – Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing – beginning in May 2021. The RN to BSN program is offered through ACU Online and is designed for licensed RNs who want to pursue a BSN […]
Student Spotlight: Susie Brown
“I’m the kind of person that once I decide to do something and I’m committed, then I’m committed to the end,” says Susie Brown. When Susie was about halfway through ACU’s online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, she faced some challenges that might daunt a less persistent person. Susie earned her Bachelor of Science […]
How to be an Effective Nurse Leader
There are more than 3.8 million registered nurses throughout the United States, making them the largest healthcare profession. Nurses play a critical role in most healthcare services from direct patient care to case management, and the WHO even cites them as “key to the achievement of universal health coverage.” The importance of nurses and the […]
Everything You Need to Know About ACU Online’s DNP Program
Nurses are some of the most dedicated professionals in the healthcare field, providing comfort, respite and necessary care to others. Over time, many nurses will look at their career goals and where they aspire to be in the medical profession. If you find yourself looking to advance your career, now may be the time to […]
What can you do with a Doctor of Nursing Practice?
For nurses who want to take their career to the next level, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) may be the perfect solution. If you are considering entering such a program, here is what you need to know about this degree and the doors it can open for your career. What is a Doctor of […]
How to Take Your Nursing Career to the Next Level
If you’re looking to take your nursing career to the highest level, the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree can propel you into the penthouse suite. Along with the more research-based PhD in Nursing, this terminal degree qualifies you to hold the most esteemed and coveted positions in the healthcare field. Whether you choose an […]
Understanding the Benefits of Earning a DNP Degree
Nurses have a number of degree programs available to them that will open up doors and qualify them for new positions. Choosing the right program is a critical step in landing their dream job. Interested nurses should carefully consider the benefits of available programs so they can choose the one that will work best for […]
5 Stress-Busting Tips for Students Juggling Work and Nursing School
Balancing a full-time nursing career with family, friends, and “me” time is very challenging. Add an online postgraduate nursing degree program to the mix, and you know for sure that “not enough hours in the day” is more than a cliché. If you’re taking your leadership and clinical skills to the next level by pursuing […]
DNP Decisions: 5 Reasons to Earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice Today
You love nursing. It’s all about helping people, making a difference in the lives of families and individuals who are hurting, and learning about one of the most fascinating machines on Planet Earth: the human body. What’s not to like? If you want to take your nursing career to a higher level, though, it’s sometimes […]
