RN to BSN Completion Programs in Tennessee

RN to BSN degree programs allow registered nurses with an associate's degree in nursing or a diploma in nursing to broaden their skills and education, which ultimately creates opportunities for career advancement. The number of registered nurses holding a baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) is fast outpacing the number of nurses with an associate's degree or diploma, according to the U.S. Department of Education National Center for Education Statistics. This trend can also be seen in Tennessee, as the number of BSN programs has become greater than the number of ADN programs offered in the state. Find RN to BSN programs offered in Tennessee listed below.

The BSN is a critical step for career advancement in the nursing field. Coursework is designed to build on the clinical and didactic foundations learned in an associate's or diploma nursing program as well as strengthen nursing skills in areas such as analytical and critical thinking, leadership, communication and related areas.

The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development projects 26% job growth in the field of nursing through 2016. Those nurses with a BSN level education will most likely find the best opportunities in leadership positions. The American Nurses Association and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing actually recommend the BSN as the minimum education for professional nursing practice. The BSN is also a requirement for entrance to master's nursing programs that can lead to advanced practice positions, nurse executive positions, nursing faculty positions and many more opportunities.

Online RN to BSN programs have become the most popular option for registered nurses making the decision to pursue their BSN. Most of the colleges and universities based in Tennessee offer their RN to BSN programs entirely or partially online. There are also a large number of colleges and universities based in other states that offer CCNE or NLNAC accredited RN to BSN online programs to residents of the state of Tennessee. These programs have no residency restrictions and are listed below with their contact information. Some online programs can be completed in as little as one year. You may also be interested in RN to MSN programs in Tennessee, which offer students and opportunity to pursue a master's level education and advanced nursing practice careers.

RN to BSN Online Programs Offered in Tennessee

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services

The online RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), is designed to develop the professional knowledge and skills of working RN's. The Nashville Campus offers a Tennessee Board of Nursing approved online and campus based RN to BSN program. Request free information from University of Phoenix today.

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Jacksonville University - School of Nursing

Jacksonville University offers an Online RN to BSN. The courses are taught by the same faculty teaching the on-campus courses and the material is exactly the same. The School of Nursing is accredited by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) - Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The JU School of Nursing is accepting application for their Online RN to BSN program now. Request information today!

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Walden University - School of Nursing

The BSN completion program can be completed in as little as 18 months depending on the number of credits transferred and is open to registered nurses with an associate's degree in nursing or diploma in nursing. The program is CCNE accredited. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. The Higher Learning Commission is one of six regional accrediting bodies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Programs Offered: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Completion Program

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Azusa Pacific University - Nursing

Azusa Pacific University offers an Online RN to BSN accredited by the CCNE, NLNAC and WASC. The program is enrolling now. Request information today!

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Chamberlain College of Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing offers an online fast-track RN to BSN completion program for registered nurses. The Bachelors program has provisional approval from the Ohio Board of Regents and conditional approval from the Ohio State Board of Nursing. In addition, it is accredited by the NLNAC and CCNE. Request information to learn more today!

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Kaplan University School of Nursing

Kaplan University offers a CCNE accredited, online RN-to-BSN degree completion program available for interested students. This is a excellent option for registered nurses that are working full time that would like to advance their career and education. Request free information from the Kaplan University School of Nursing.

Keiser University - Nursing

Keiser University offers an Online RN to BSN accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The program is accepting applications now. Request information today!

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Kent State University

The Kent State College of Nursing offers a CCNE accredited online RN to BSN program. This program is noted for its prestigious academic reputation coupled with the flexibility and convenience it provides for busy working professionals.

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Liberty University - Nursing

Liberty University's RN to BSN Online Program is CCNE accredited and the University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. This program is enrolling now. Request information today!

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South University - School of Health Professions

The South University Online BSN program is CCNE accredited and the University itself is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Applicants must have an ASN or Diploma from an accredited nursing program and proof that they have a current RN license. South University is accepting eligible applicants for this program now. Request information today.

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College of St. Scholastica

The College of St. Scholastica offers an RN to BSN online that has been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). They have hundreds of clinical sites they are connected with and will assist students in setting theirs up within their local geography. The program accepts associate's and diploma educated registered nurses and can be completed in one academic year.

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University of Saint Mary

The University of Saint Mary offers a CCNE accredited online RN to BSN. There are six different program starts offered each year, so request information today to learn more about this exciting program.

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Utica College - Department of Nursing

The Utica College RN to BSN program is accredited by the NLNAC and is designed for Registered Nurses that would like to advance their career while maintaining flexibility in their academic schedule. Classes are enrolling. Request information today!

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Nursing Schools Based in Tennessee Offering and RN to BSN Program

Aquinas College

The RN to BSN program is NLNAC accredited

Programs Offered: ASN, RN to BSN

4210 Harding Road · Nashville, TN 37205, PH: 615-297-7545

Baptist College of Health Sciences

The RN to BSN program is CCNE accredited

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN

Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences, 1003 Monroe Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104, PH: 901-575-2468

Belmont University

The RN to BSN program is CCNE accredited

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN

1900 Belmont Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37212-3757, PH: 615-460-6000

Carson-Newman College

The RN to BSN program is CCNE accredited

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, MSN - (Concentrations: FNP, Nurse Educator), Post-Master's Certificates in FNP and Nurse Educator

Carson-Newman College, 1646 Russell Avenue, Jefferson City, TN 37760, PH: 865-471-3425

East Tennessee State University

The RN to BSN program is CCNE accredited

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, PhD Nursing

310 Roy S. Nicks Hall - PO Box 70617, Johnson City, TN 37614-0617, PH: (423) 439-4578

King College

The RN to BSN program is CCNE accredited

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, MSN (Concentrations: Nursing Administration, Clinical Specialization in Acute Care, Nursing Care in Health Ministry, and Nursing Education)

King College, 1350 King College Road, Bristol TN 37620, PH: 800-362-0014

Lincoln Memorial University

The RN to BSN program is NLNAC accredited

Programs Offered: ASN, RN to BSN, MSN (Concentrations: FNP, Nurse Anesthesia)

6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate, TN 37752, PH: 423-869-3611

Middle Tennessee State University

The RN to BSN program is NLNAC accredited

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, MSN (Concentrations: FNP, Nursing Administration, Nursing Informatics, Nursing Education)

Middle Tennessee State University, Box 81, Murfreesboro, TN 37132, PH: 615-898-2437

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services

The University of Phoenix RN to BSN program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the Nashville Campus RN to BSN program is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing. Request free information from University of Phoenix today.

Programs Offered: BS - Health Care Administration, RN to BSN, Master Health Care Administration

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University of Tennessee

The RN to BSN program is CCNE accredited

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, MSN (Concentrations: Nursing Administration, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Adult Clinical Specialist, Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, FNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Clinical Specialist, Nurse Anesthetist, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Clinical Specialist), PhD - Nursing

1200 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996-4180, PH: 865-974-7606