Bloomfield College Nursing Program Earns Recognition

RegisteredNursing.org recently recognized Bloomfield College as #15 out of 49 New Jersey nursing programs in its ranking of the “Best Nursing Programs in New Jersey” that offer Associate in Nursing (ADN/ASN), BSN or Direct-Entry MSN degrees. A review of BSN programs, specifically, ranks the College as #7 in the state.

“Bloomfield College’s well-prepared nursing candidates are highly regarded by the broad spectrum of healthcare employers where our graduates work,” said Ismat Mikky, Ph.D., MSN, BSN, RN, Professor of Nursing and Chairperson of the College’s Frances M. McLaughlin Division of Nursing. “This latest accolade by RegisteredNursing.org adds to the program’s distinguished recognitions by nursing program ranking organizations, and is highly appreciated.”

The Bloomfield College Frances M. McLaughlin Division of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and an RN to BSN Accelerated Degree program for Registered Nurses (RNs). The BSN program boasts a 93% average licensure exam pass rate over the past five years.

“The College is renowned for the excellence of their nursing candidates - graduates continue to be leaders in generalist nurse competencies and lifelong learners,” reads the posting on the RegisteredNursing.org website.

As one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the nation, Bloomfield College takes pride in its student community, more than half of who self-identify as first-generation college students. Bloomfield College is the only New Jersey institution to be recognized as both a Predominantly Black Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution, and is also a Minority Serving Institution. Located in historic Bloomfield, New Jersey, just 15 miles from New York City, a cultural epicenter for entertainment, business, and internship and career opportunities, Bloomfield College offers the lowest full-time tuition rate for any private four-year college or university in New Jersey.

Prospective nursing students can learn more about Bloomfield College’s highly recognzied nursing program and its convenient course schedule by contacting Jorge Fernandez, assistant director of admission, at jorge_fernandez@bloomfield.edu or 973-748-9000, ext. 1222.

RegisteredNursing.org provides future and current nurses with nursing education and employment resources. For information on their nursing programs ranking methodology, visit https://www.registerednursing.org/rn-ranking-methodology/.