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In 2010 the Institute of Medicine (IOM), which is now the National Academy of Medicine, set the goal that 80% of registered nurses (RN) should have a BSN by 2020. Research continually demonstrates that nurses’ education level has a direct impact on the quality and safety of patient care. In support of this recommendation, »Ê¹Ú¶ÄÇò HealthCare is committed to supporting nurses who desire to further their education. At the time of hire nurses are encouraged to sign an “I am an »Ê¹Ú¶ÄÇò Nurse: Our Shared Commitment to Professional Development and Education” stating their commitment to complete their BSN within 6 years of hire as part of their personal development goals. If an interest in obtaining a BSN is expressed, he or she is provided three options for assistance and support. For nurses not interested in pursuing a BSN at hire, leaders will discuss their professional development progress including the value of a BSN degree during their annual evaluation, with the same options presented.

Option 1

Nurses can receive educational assistance of up to $3500 per year (amount is based on regularly scheduled hours). Nurses must complete their coursework at an accredited college or university for credit hours earned toward the degree. There is a corresponding work commitment of 1 year per maximum amount received.

Option 2

Nurses can participate in the RN to BSN Cohort Program, which provides an enhanced »Ê¹Ú¶ÄÇò Educational Assistance benefit and reduced tuition through a regional cohort offered by the two »Ê¹Ú¶ÄÇò Colleges of Nursing, along with the added benefit of studying with another group of »Ê¹Ú¶ÄÇò nurses; includes the corresponding work commitment in the educational assistance policy.

Option 3

Nurses my opt for the »Ê¹Ú¶ÄÇò Tuition Waiver Program for the »Ê¹Ú¶ÄÇò Colleges of Nursing RN to BSN Programs, which are available to RN Mission Partners in the markets where »Ê¹Ú¶ÄÇò Colleges of Nursing are located. This option includes a two-year work commitment.