RN to BSN online
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Next term starts on May 5th, 2025!RN-to-BSN Online Completion Program Option | Holistic Nursing
Pacific College’s AHNA award-winning program option can be completed in 8 semesters as a part-time student. This program option is a hybrid model where all didactic work can be completed online, and the one Community Health clinical practicum is completed in your geographic locale. Download brochure to learn more.
Already earned your bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN)? Consider the Nursing Certificate or Master’s program!
Graduate Testimonial on the RN-to-BSN Online Program Option:
“As a nurse, I was trained only to treat the physical aspect of illness in a patient and recognize medication interactions, but now I have begun to see the full picture. I have had true “wow” moments as I reached new understanding of some of the interactions in healing care. I was amazed that information on mindfulness meditation, quantum theory, theory of relativity, and neuroplasticity was included in my readings. I believe the Bachelor’s in Holistic Nursing is the “must do” for every single nurse seeking higher education and encourage more nurses to seek out this path of healing.” – Gladis Quintero, BSN Holistic Nurse, Reiki Master, Yoga Instructor, Massage Therapist
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RN-to-BSN Program Option: Holistic Nursing Practice & Interconnectedness
A baccalaureate in nursing is the established educational criteria for professional nurses. The value-added component is a holistic Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing, which provides the philosophical, professional, educational, and clinical groundwork necessary for holistic nurse leaders of the future. The RN-to-BSN curriculum emphasizes self-care, health, wellness and disease prevention; relationship-centered approach; research and evidence informed practice; ethics; diversity & inclusion; advocacy; and authentic leadership in the profession and beyond. Our RN-to-BSN graduates are transformational leaders, capable of helping to shift the focus of healthcare paradigm from illness and disease to health promotion, wellness, and well-being for all.
Online RN-to-BSN Program Option Accreditation
The nursing programs at Pacific College of Health and Science are registered with the New York State Department of Education and approved by the Board of Regents.
Pacific College of Health and Science is accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission – WASC (WSCUC): 1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500; Alameda, CA; 94501; 510-748-9001; www.wscuc.org.
Pacific College of Health and Science’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN): 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850; Atlanta, GA, 30326; 404-975-5000; www.acenursing.org.
All nursing programs incorporate the standards of Holistic Nursing as published by the American Association of Holistic Nurses and the American Nurses Association (3rd edition, 2019) and course content is aligned with the test plans of certifications by the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC): 81 Linden Loop; Cedar Park, TX 78613; 900-463-0786, ext. 11; www.ahncc.org.
NY State Approved, WASC (WSCUC) Accredited, ACEN Accredited
About Holistic Nursing
Nursing is an art and science emanating from a caring-healing framework. Holistic nursing programs focus on healing the whole person, recognizing the interrelationship of the bio–psychosocial-cultural-spiritual-energetic-environmental dimensions of the person. It emphasizes protecting and promoting mental, spiritual, and emotional health and wellness and supporting people to find meaning, peace, and harmony. The holistic nurse who graduates from this online bachelor’s completion program, which includes component of the online nursing certificate, partners with individuals, families, and communities to promote healing while honoring the individual’s subjective experience about health and illness.
RN-to-BSN Online Program Option Outcomes
A bachelor’s of science in nursing is the preferred qualification for those seeking a career in professional nursing. In the United States, the demand for a BS in nursing has been steadily increasing as healthcare organizations recognize the importance of a holistic approach to patient care.
Upon completion of the RN-to-BSN Completion Option Program, the graduates will be able to:
- Practice within the ethical, legal, and regulatory frameworks of nursing and the standards of professional holistic nursing practice from a theoretical and evidence-based caring-healing framework.
- Utilize clinical judgment to provide holistic, safe, high-quality, relationship-centered care to all people that reflects an understanding of the human condition and care management across the health-illness continuum.
- Deliver culturally aware and sensitive compassionate nursing care in all settings that respects individual and other preferences and values, while supporting health, healing, and well-being.
- Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for creating ethical practice environments that support sustainability of the nursing discipline and the interprofessional healthcare community.
- Communicate effectively with all members of the interprofessional healthcare team, the individual, and their support network to promote optimal health outcomes.
- Apply nursing knowledge and skill to conduct a comprehensive and focused holistic health assessment of individuals, families, communities, and
- Utilize knowledge, skills, and advocacy to influence policy and promote health, wellness, risk reduction, and disease prevention based on social determinants of health for individuals, populations and communities.
- Provide health teaching and coaching that reflects developmental stage, age, culture, spirituality, individual preferences, environment, and health literacy considerations to foster individual/family/population engagement in their healing.
- Use critical thinking, research, theory, and evidence-based nursing interventions including complementary/integrative health approaches for persons accessing acute, chronic, restorative, hospice, and palliative care.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills with healthcare technologies, including information and communication technologies, and informatics to provide safe high-quality nursing care services to achieve optimal client/patient outcomes.
- Demonstrate transformational leadership skills to coordinate systems-based resources to provide safe, quality, inclusive, and equitable holistic nursing care to diverse populations.
- Demonstrate professional accountability and responsibility for healing self, individuals, society, and the planet through self-reflection, self-care and lifelong learning.
- Demonstrate capacity and resourcefulness for working within states of ambiguity and unknowing in nursing practice, healthcare systems, and the world.
Online Bachelor of Science in Nursing – RN-to-BSN Completion Program Option
- Minimum of 39 credits
- Part-time, 8 semesters; must take 2 courses per semester
- Complete your clinical requirements in your area
What to Expect From the Program
With the flexibility offered by online education, the popularity of online RN-to-BSN programs has soared. Online RN-to-BSN programs provide a convenient pathway for registered nurses to earn their bachelor’s degree while maintaining their professional commitments.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: This curriculum builds upon the knowledge and skills acquired through previous nursing education and experience. Courses cover a range of topics including community health, leadership and management, and evidence-based practice.
- Holistic Nursing Approach: Holistic nursing recognizes the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit in promoting health and healing. Many online RN-to-BSN programs now incorporate elements of holistic nursing into their curriculum. Expect to explore topics such as integrative therapies, complementary and alternative health, mindfulness, self-care, and how to promote well-being.
- Interactive Learning: Through the use of virtual simulations, case studies, online discussion boards, and collaborative projects, students can interact with faculty and fellow classmates, fostering a sense of community and enhancing the learning experience.
Earn Your RN-to-BSN Online from an Accredited Nursing School
Online RN-to-BSN programs have gained popularity because these programs cater to the needs of working nurses, allowing them to continue their education while balancing professional and personal commitments. By opting for an accredited nursing program, you can be confident in the quality and recognition of your degree upon completion.
Ready to Apply?
If you think a career in holistic medicine is something you would like to pursue, contact us and speak to an admissions representative to get started on your new journey!
For more information, call (855) 866-6767 or fill out our contact form to be contacted by a Pacific College representative.
RN-to-BSN Program Option FAQ
Who is eligible for the RN-to-BSN at Pacific College of Health and Science?
- Associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited program
- Active unencumbered RN license
- GPA of 2.75 or higher
- Proficient in English language