Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Practice your nursing skills in high-tech simulation labs, collaborate with experienced faculty and prepare to serve as an agent of change in one of the world’s most rewarding professions at Dominican’s Elizabeth T. MacNeil School of Nursing.
Join a Growing Profession
Nursing is one of today’s fastest-growing careers, with projected job growth of more than 25% over the next 10 years. Today’s nurses are on the front lines of health care, taking on increasingly important roles in patient care and leadership. A BSN from Dominican’s Elizabeth T. MacNeil School of Nursing will prepare you to take charge of your career and make a remarkable impact on the world.
The Dominican Nursing Difference
The Elizabeth T. MacNeil School of Nursing’s BSN program prepares the professional nurse generalist to be sensitive to culturally diverse understandings of illness, health and wellness. What’s more, our focus on interprofessional education prepares you to collaborate closely with physicians, social workers and other members of the health care team. Launch your nursing career—in settings ranging from community-based hospitals to research institutions—or continue your education in nursing. The choices are endless.
We also offer a direct entry admission opportunity for traditional, four-year undergraduate students leading to the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, allowing qualified students to secure a place in the nursing program beginning the fall semester of their junior year.
Nursing Program Highlights
- Students study and practice in two state-of-the-art clinical simulation laboratories constructed specifically for nursing.
- Classes emphasize student attention, accountability and close interaction with faculty and colleagues.
- All coursework is taken at Dominican with clinical experiences provided at partnering local healthcare facilities.
- Dominican’s highly regarded programs in the sciences complement nursing coursework with opportunities for study in fields including biochemistry, neuroscience and nutrition science.
- Faculty members bring years of nursing experience in clinical, administrative and educational settings, helping students connect classroom learning with real-world competencies.
- Strong connections with clinical partners in a wide array of clinical specialty areas provide opportunities for meaningful professional interaction and clinical experiences.
Guadalupe Navarro
Dominican University Graduate
“The nursing program at Dominican University did an exceptional job in teaching me critical thinking skills and connecting the classroom to a real-life setting. Once I graduated, my level of knowledge was above most of my peers from other schools. The hospital preceptors I worked with felt the same.”
A Holistic Approach to Nursing Education
Health care today calls for nurses who know how to solve problems, communicate effectively and treat patients’ emotional and spiritual—as well as medical—needs. That’s why our BSN curriculum incorporates a liberal arts perspective. Classes like psychology and writing offer a window into diverse cultures, strengthen your communication skills, and prepare you to make a positive contribution to your community and the world. You’ll work closely with nursing faculty who are leaders in their fields, providing real-world experiences and a robust research-focused curriculum.
Beyond the Classroom
Practice your nursing skills in our high-tech clinical simulation labs, where high-fidelity simulators exhibit symptoms of real-life conditions. Then apply your knowledge in the real world through patient-based clinical experience. The Elizabeth T. MacNeil School of Nursing’s strong partnerships with community clinics, regional hospitals and world-class medical centers give you access to hands-on experience and exposure to cutting-edge medical advances.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program at Dominican University is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, 320 W. Washington St., 3rd floor, Springfield, IL 62786, (217) 785-0800. The program prepares graduates to be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for licensing as a registered professional nurse.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Dominican University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791.