CCNE-accredited BSN program now available for nursing students across the Twin Cities

BROOKLYN PARK, Minn., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rasmussen University today announced the expansion of its Bloomington Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program to the Hennepin/Anoka campus. Through this expansion, all Rasmussen University campuses in the Twin Cities area will now offer the CCNE-accredited¹ program to nursing students. The program is designed to meet the growing demand for baccalaureate-educated registered nurses in the region. Enrollment is now underway at the Hennepin/Anoka campus with classes beginning as soon as next month.

"Minnesota, like the rest of the country, is facing critical nursing shortages. In the Twin Cities, we know healthcare systems are seeking and hiring more nurses who have their BSN degrees, which is why we've once again expanded our Bloomington BSN program—allowing us to reach more students and bridge the nursing gaps across the region," said Paula Singer, president and chief academic officer at Rasmussen University. "We are excited to welcome BSN students to our relatively new Hennepin/Anoka campus this Spring and look forward to helping to meet the growing healthcare needs in our communities."

This is the second expansion of Rasmussen's Bloomington BSN program in recent months. In January, Rasmussen began teaching BSN students at its Eagan campus. The program continues to experience strong outcomes with 93 percent of Rasmussen's BSN students in Minnesota passing the NCLEX-RN in 2023².

Rasmussen University is dedicated to offering a variety of BSN program entry tracks to accommodate students at different stages of their academic journey. Program entry tracks include:

• BSN Degree: For students who wish to earn a college degree and become a bachelor's-prepared nurse.
  • LPN to RN Bridge: For students who are already a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and are ready to pursue an RN licensure.
• BSN Second Degree: For students who already have a bachelor's degree and wish to make a career change into the nursing profession.
• RN to BSN: For currently licensed RNs with an Associate's degree in Nursing (ADN) who are ready to reach the next level of educational preparation.

"Centered around preparing students for the high-quality and high-acuity care delivered in healthcare settings, our BSN program provides students with learning opportunities that will equip them with the tools and experience needed for an often highly demanding profession," said Dr. Alexandra Torres, regional dean of Nursing Academics at Rasmussen University. "We educate students on evidence-based practices and real-world clinical settings to prepare them for the future."

Rasmussen University is a national leader in prelicensure education. The University offers a full nursing education ladder, from its Practical Nursing Diploma (PN/LPN) to its Professional Nursing Associate's degree (ADN) and BSN, as well as graduate offerings at the MSN and DNP levels. Rasmussen works with health systems nationwide to transform the relationship between nursing education and employment.

Rasmussen University has been serving Minnesota communities for nearly 125 years. Located in Brooklyn Park, Minn., the Hennepin/Anoka campus opened in 2022 and currently offers more than 50-programs to students in areas such as health sciences, business, education and many more.

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¹The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Rasmussen University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

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²93.08 of the 130 Rasmussen University BSN graduates in MN who attempted the NCLEX-RN exam in 2023 passed on their first attempt. Source:

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