RN to MSN Bridge Programs in Louisiana
Associate's and Diploma educated registered nurses in Louisiana are eligible to apply to RN to MSN programs. RN to MSN bridge programs include the prerequisite baccalaureate courses as well as the clinical and didactic courses to meet BSN and MSN graduation requirements. Some programs present both the BSN and MSN diploma upon graduation and others will just present the MSN. The Louisiana Nursing Education Articulation Model and other credit transfer policies allow students to complete the RN to MSN program within three years. The RN to MSN programs listed below include specialization and accreditation information.
RN to MSN programs are few and far between in most states including Louisiana, however online programs have made accessible the RN to MSN degree in almost every state. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is a proponent of the distance learning RN to MSN format due to the accessibility to higher education it brings to the rurally located nurses as well as working nurses and others that need flexibility in their schedule in order to pursue higher education.
Nursing education, administration and informatics are the most common specializations for RN to MSN programs, but advanced practice specializations are offered by some nursing schools. The RN to MSN educator track has proven to be an efficient route for bringing younger nurses into the nursing faculty at colleges and universities around the country. The master's level education is enough to become nursing faculty at schools offering entry-level nursing education and is the necessary education needed for entry to doctorate programs.
Registered nurses with an MSN or MN degree made an average hourly rate of $43.00 according to the Advance for Nurses 2009 Salary Survey. Hourly rates will vary significantly based on location, facility, experience and other factors. This is great incentive to pursue an MSN based on the salary survey's finding that ADN educated nurses made an hourly rate of $28.50 and diploma educated nurses made an hourly rate of $19.00. RN to BSN programs can be completed in as little as 12 months, if you are interested in a shorter program, read about the RN to BSN programs in Louisiana.
(Sources: AACN website, Advance for Nurses website)
RN to MSN Online Programs in Louisiana - No Residency Restrictions
Walden University School of Nursing
Graduates of Walden University's M.S. degree program in Nursing have the knowledge and skills to be leaders in their profession. They will be capable of contributing to positive social change in their own communities and throughout the world. Request free information from Walden University to learn more. The Walden University RN - M.S. programs are Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited.
Programs Offered: RN - M.S. (Concentrations: Leadership and Management, Informatics, and Education)
Gonzaga University
The Gonzaga Nursing Department is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and Regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Schools (NWCCS). The RN to MSN online programs are designed for licensed, experienced Registered Nurses with an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN). The Gonzaga University Nurse Practitioner program graduates average 95% pass rate on the national nurse practitioner certification exams.
Programs Offered Online: RN to MSN Online - (Four Specializations: Nurse Education, Family Nurse Practitioner, Health Systems Leadership, and Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner), MSN - (Specializations: Nurse Educator, Health Systems Leadership)
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Capella University
Capella University offers a Master's in Nursing (MSN) Nurse Educator Bridge program for registered nurses that have a bachelor's degree in another area and a current RN license. This program is ideal for those that are interested in becoming nurse educators or clinical nurse leaders.
Programs Offered: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nurse Educator Bridge Program
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South University - School of Health Professions
The South University MSN program is CCNE accredited and graduates are prepared for a career and national certification as an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner. South University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. These programs are enrolling now. Contact South University to learn more about their programs and to speak with an admissions representative.
Programs Offered: Online RN to BSN, Online RN to MSN - (Tracks: Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator), MSN - (Tracks: Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator)
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Loyola University New Orleans - School of Nursing
Loyola University New Orleans offers an MSN - Health Care Systems Management and an MSN - BLEND (RN MSN) program designed for RNs to enter the MSN program without a BSN. These programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
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Graceland University - School of Nursing
The RN-BSN and RN to BSN/MSN programs are CCNE and NLNAC accredited. The RN to BSN and RN to BSN/MSN programs are designed for Registered Nurses who want to advance their education and career opportunities. RN to BSN and RN to BSN/MSN program Practicums can be completed in the student's community.
Online Programs Offered: RN to BSN, RN to BSN/MSN - (Specializations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator)
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American Sentinel University - School of Nursing
The RN to MSN completion program is offered online and accepts RN's with current licenses and either a community college degree or a nursing diploma. Courses are open for enrollment once a month. Get more information today.
Programs Offered: RN to MSN Online (Tracks: Nursing Management and Organizational Leadership, Case Management, Nursing Education, and Nursing Informatics), RN to BSN
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Frontier School of Midwifery & Family Nursing - Distance Education
The Frontier School of Midwifery and Family Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of College and Schools.
Programs Offered: ADN - MSN Bridge Nurse Midwifery (accredited by ACME), ADN - MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (accredited by the NLNAC), and ADN - MSN Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner (accredited by the NLNAC). FSMFN also offers an online DNP program accredited by the AACN.
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Western Governors University - Nursing
Western Governors University offers an online RN to MSN degree program for registered nurses with an associate's degree. WGU is Regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as well as Nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council.
All of the Western Governors University nursing programs are Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited. The Online RN to MSN programs are currently accepting applications. Request information today.
Programs Offered: RN to BSN, RN to MSN - (Tracks: Nursing Education or Nursing Leadership & Management)
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Schools Based in Louisiana Offering RN to MSN Programs
Louisiana State University - School of Nursing
Programs Offered: MSN - Nursing Administration, MSN-Community Health Nursing and MSN - Advanced Practice Nursing (Specializations: Clinical Nurse Specialist - Adult Health Nursing and Psychiatric and Community Mental Health Nursing, Nurse Anesthesia and Nurse Practitioner - Neonatal Nursing and Primary Care Nursing, BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MN, DNP
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