Creighton University - Omaha
- 2500 California Plaza
- Omaha, NE 68178
Creighton University
Creighton University, founded in 1878, is on the forefront as one of the finest Jesuit, Catholic universities in the United States. Creighton University School of Nursing has been preparing graduates for more than 50 years. Our program is proven to prepare excellent nurses who are strong in theoretical knowledge and clinical skills and promotes a climate that respects each person’s past experiences and builds on those strengths.
Creighton has more than 7,000 students of diverse faiths and races from across the United States and 41 countries. The University is located in Omaha, Nebraska (population 838,000) on a 130-acre campus adjacent to the downtown business district. Like Creighton itself, Omaha is big enough to be cosmopolitan but small enough to feel friendly. Omaha is widely considered to be one of the safest cities in the United States, with a low unemployment rate, thriving economy, and lively entertainment and nightlife-from shopping, sporting events and restaurants to galleries, museums and theaters.
Accelerated Second Degree BSN
Creighton University School of Nursing's Accelerated Program is designed for students who already have a non-nursing bachelor's degree. When you choose this program, you can earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree in just 12 months. You will attend class full-time as this program offers a rigorous one-year curriculum.
Creighton University School of Nursing, has been preparing BSN graduates using an accelerated curriculum for more than 30 years. Creighton University is one of the finest Jesuit, Catholic universities in the United States. Accelerated Nursing Program graduates consistently exceed national pass rates on the Registered Nurse (RN) licensure examination.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Our four-year BSN curriculum is designed for beginning or transfer college students. It prepares graduates for entry-level professional nursing practice in both hospital and community-based settings. We have variations of our traditional program curriculum that help meet the needs of students with various interests, including a pre-med nursing curriculum, ROTC and study abroad opportunities.
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Creighton University School of Nursing offers a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree with a major in nursing dedicated to preparing nurses with advanced knowledge and skills to respond to challenges in the health care system and assume leadership in managing quality, cost-effective care. The following tracks are offered: Nurse Practitioner in Adult Acute Care, Adult, Family, Neonatal, Pediatric Acute Care; Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult, Neonatal, and Pediatric; Clinical Nurse Leader; Clinical Systems Administration; Advanced Public Health/Global Health Nursing
Post-Baccalaureate to Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN-DNP)
Creighton University School of Nursing is the first in the state to offer the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, the highest level of preparation for clinical practice. Noted for innovative programs that keep pace with the ever-changing field of nursing, Creighton has earned a national reputation for providing excellence in nursing education and commitment to service. With less than 100 nursing schools offering the DNP degree, Creighton is among the universities setting the standard. The DNP is designed for nurses seeking a terminal degree in nursing practice, and offers an alternative to research-focused doctoral programs. The DNP is a professional doctorate, such as a doctor of pharmacy, doctor of physical therapy or doctor of medicine. The following tracks are offered: Nurse Practitioner in Adult Acute Care, Adult, Family, Neonatal, and Pediatric; Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult, Neonatal and Pediatric; Clinical Systems Administration; and Advanced Public Health/Global Health Nursing.
Post-Master's to Doctor of Nursing Practice (MSN-DNP)
Advanced practice nurses practicing in today's healthcare environment require complex clinical skills and sophisticated knowledge of the evidence-base for practice. Graduates of the DNP will be able to affect the healthcare delivery system by evaluating the evidence base for nursing practice, becoming leaders in the clinical arenas establishing standards and policies, and meeting the needs of today's diverse healthcare systems. The following tracks are offered: Nurse Practitioner, Certified Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Clinical Systems Administration, and Advanced Public Health/Global Health Nursing.