Rasmussen College launches nursing program

Rasmussen College announces the launch of an associate’s degree in professional nursing program through the School of Nursing at its campus in Fort Myers, which will soon celebrate its two-year anniversary. Approved by the Florida Board of Nursing, the degree program fills a market need for board-approved registered nurse programs as students nationwide are experiencing long waiting lists for program admission and the national demand for nursing professionals grows.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, registered nurses constitute the largest group of health-care workers in the United States. Employment in the field is expected to increase by 22 percent through 2018, resulting in more than 500,000 new jobs. A survey by the Bernard Hodes Group indicates that thousands of nurses are expected to retire soon, further increasing the need for educational options that deliver programs for students interested in becoming professional nurses.

The Rasmussen College associate’s degree in professional nursing program combines academic principles and practical skills development to prepare students to work in fast-paced environments to provide acute care to patients in a wide range of health care settings. Upon graduation, students will be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination – Registered Nurses, the licensing exam for registered nurses.

Students interested in enrolling for October classes can register to attend an information session by visiting www.Rasmussen. edu/Nursing. 