The backbone of healthcare systems around the world, nurses are all too often unsung heroes. Registered nurses (RNs) play a critical role in patient care, offering essential services that ensure the health and well-being of individuals and communities. Plus, as … Continue reading Where Can Registered Nurses Work?
Do you love helping people? Want to make a real difference in your community? Nursing may be your calling. And it doesn’t take as long as you think. In fact, if you’re looking for a quick way to become a … Continue reading What is an Associate Degree in Nursing?
The demand for skilled nurses seems to be constantly reaching a new high. For those unsure about the credits and requirements needed to make this enviable vocation into a career, this guide is just for you! A Bachelor of Science … Continue reading BSN Program Prerequisites: How to Prepare for Nursing School
Due to increasing demand for high-quality healthcare professionals, the coming decade will see over 115,000 new nursing positions. Fueled by both the expanding healthcare needs of the general population as well as continuous advancements in medical technology, this trend doesn’t … Continue reading Is Getting an Associate Degree in Nursing Worth It?
The employment of registered nurses is projected to grow six percent by 2032, faster than all occupations, resulting in an average of about 193,100 openings each year. Of course, many of these job openings are out of the need to … Continue reading 5 High-Paying Jobs with a BSN
To meet the rising demand for healthcare professionals, University of Bridgeport (UB) is excited to announce the launch of its new RN program. With core nursing coursework beginning in the spring 2025 semester, UB is currently enrolling students needing prerequisite … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Announces Launch of Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program this Fall
Nurses play a pivotal role in the healthcare industry, providing essential care, support, and services to patients in diverse settings. No doubt due to this, the employment growth rate of registered nurses (RNs) is projected to grow six percent by … Continue reading Top Reasons to Pursue an ADN Degree in Nursing
Are you considering an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program but worried about whether or not it will prepare you? You are not alone. Don’t fret. Let’s break it down so you can better understand how they are … Continue reading How Do ABSN Programs Prepare Students for Real-World Practice?
When deciding how best to approach a nursing career, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the options. How much schooling do you actually need? And how soon can you join a healthcare team to start caring for patients? These questions … Continue reading ADN vs. LPN: What’s the Difference?
Nurses are one of, if not the most essential part of the healthcare system and industry, providing care to patients and acting as patient advocates throughout their journeys. And the employment rate for registered nurses is expected to grow six … Continue reading 5 Benefits of Pursuing an RN to BSN Program
Becoming a nurse is an exciting decision, often challenging when choosing the right educational path. But as far as nursing education options go, accelerated nursing programs stand out as a focused choice, compressing the timeline to as little as 15 … Continue reading 7 Tips for Excelling in an Accelerated Nursing Program in CT
Nurses make a meaningful difference every day — providing patient-centered care, a comforting bedside manner, and contributing to the success of healthcare teams across all medical settings. At University of Bridgeport, our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is … Continue reading Two Paths to Healing — Unraveling the Differences Between Pre-Nursing and Nursing Majors
Nothing is more comforting as a patient than having a trained, skilled, qualified nurse providing you care. Their knowledge, expertise, and bedside manner make all the difference for patients and their families. It’s for this reason that nurses train anywhere … Continue reading How Do BSN Nursing Programs Prepare Students for Clinical Practice?
Are you interested in changing careers? Did you choose a degree and career you thought you loved, only to realize you have new interests and career goals? If you resonated with either of those questions, you are not alone. Changing … Continue reading How to Change Careers to Nursing: A Guide for Adult Learners
Nurses are an essential and integral part of the healthcare industry. They are often the first person a patient or family comes in contact with, and this in-demand career is continuously growing. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of … Continue reading What are the Different Types of Nursing Specialties?
There’s no denying that nursing school comes with many challenges. Students must focus on exams to study for both during and after, like the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), maintain their grades, and memorize medical terms. Not to mention thinking … Continue reading Four Tips for Excelling in a BSN Nursing Degree Program
By Kayle Golding, UB Nursing Student During the 2023 spring semester, University of Bridgeport Nursing students traveled to Europe for a first-hand look at the European healthcare model. This trip was organized by Linda Wagner, Director of the School of … Continue reading UB Nursing Students Get a First-Hand Look at the European Healthcare Model
Nursing is a vital component of the healthcare system, providing essential care and support to patients in diverse settings. Aspiring nurses embark on their educational journey with a crucial decision regarding their degree path: pursuing a Bachelor of Science in … Continue reading Do Hospitals Prefer BSN Over ADN?