Department of Nursing

The Department of Nursing provides students the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to succeed and find satisfaction in a constantly evolving career. Nursing is an exciting profession, challenged by growing complexity in both patient care and the healthcare system.  

Kean University offers a 3-Year Pre-Licensure BSN in addition to excellent programs for registered nurses interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) or a trans-culturally focused Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in nursing leadership or community/public health nursing. The Department of Nursing also offers a Graduate Certificate in School Nursing which reflects contemporary School Nursing practice from the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child perspective.

The baccalaureate curriculum is grounded in professional standards of care defined by the American Nurses Association, National League for Nursing, American Association for Colleges of Nursing and individual specialty organizations.

The Department of Nursing fosters a culture that encourages dialogue and mutual respect, contributing to students’ development as critical thinkers and innovators unafraid to take the risks necessary to pioneer new practices.