Nursing
Why Choose Nursing at Bushnell?
Bushnell’s Pre-Nursing to Accelerated BSN pathway provides a clearly defined, advisor-supported route into the 12-month ABSN program. From your first term, you work closely with academic advisors to plan prerequisite coursework, stay on track for application timelines, and prepare for the pace and expectations of accelerated nursing study.
Small class sizes and accessible faculty support focused learning in the sciences while helping you build the academic readiness required for competitive ABSN admission. With multiple entry points into nursing education and a curriculum aligned to professional standards, Bushnell offers a structured, intentional pathway that will help you move efficiently from preparation to clinical training and licensure.
#2
Ranked #2 Best Nursing School in Oregon
According to Nursing Degree Search
100%
2024 NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate
93.85%
Program completion rate
(as of Feb. 2024)
Clinical Practice
You will gain hands-on experience through clinical rotations in a variety of healthcare settings, including acute care hospitals, specialty hospitals, clinics, schools, and community-based care sites.
Rotations may take place any day of the week, including day, evening, or night shifts. These experiences provide real-world opportunities to apply classroom knowledge, develop professional skills, and grow as compassionate, ethical nurse leaders.
What Can You Do with a Degree in Nursing?
Students who graduate from the nursing program at Bushnell go on to pursue these types of careers:
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Already Have a Bachelor’s Degree?
Already have your bachelor’s degree? Bushnell’s Accelerated BSN (ABSN) program offers a fast, focused path to becoming a registered nurse. In just 12 months, you can gain the skills and clinical experience needed to transition into a rewarding nursing career.
I want upward mobility in my nursing career, I am good with the academic rigor, and I wanted to maximize my time. I appreciated the connection with faculty and their availability.”
Frequently Asked Questions?
Students complete general education and prerequisite science coursework as Pre-Nursing majors. After earning a first bachelor’s degree and meeting admission criteria, they apply to Bushnell’s 12-month ABSN program. Academic advisors providestructured guidance to ensure all prerequisites, grades, and documentation requirements are met.
Students complete general education and prerequisite science coursework as Pre-Nursing majors. After earning a first bachelor’s degree and meeting admission criteria, they apply to Bushnell’s 12-month ABSN program. Academic advisors providestructured guidance to ensure all prerequisites, grades, and documentation requirements are met.
Students must earn minimum grades in key science and support courses, including Biology, Anatomy and Physiology I & II, Microbiology, Nutrition, and Human Development. Additional immunizations, background checks, and CPR certification are required prior to clinical placement in the ABSN year.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), registered nurses in Oregon earn a mean annual wage of $113,440, with nurses in the Eugene metro area earning approximately $106,600. Actual salaries vary by specialty, experience level, and healthcare setting, but Oregon consistently ranks among the highest-paying states for the nursing profession.
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