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School	Program	Admissions
King University	BS in Nursing (RN-to-BSN) Accelerated program features 7-week courses designed specifically for the ADN- or Diploma-prepared Registered Nurse.	Website
Benedictine University	RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) CCNE Accredited, can be completed–100% online–in as little as 12 months.	Website
Auburn University at Montgomery	Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) Finish in 1 year, CCNE accredited.	Website
University of Texas Permian Basin	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited, 38-credit program prepares nurses for leadership roles in healthcare.	Website
Methodist University	Online RN to BSN CCNE Accredited. Designed for Working Nurses.	Website
Campbellsville University	Online RN to BSN ACEN accredited BSN program.	Website
University of West Alabama	Online RN to BSN Finish in 1 year, ACEN accredited.	Website
Sacred Heart University	Online RN to BSN CCNE Accredited, as few as 10 months to complete.	Website

Maine BSN in Nursing School Highlights

Schools with RN-BSN Programs

There are 7 nursing schools in Maine with CCNE or ACEN accredited RN to BSN / BSN programs.

Average Enrollment

Maine universities average enrollment is 5,672 students (smaller than the national average).

City Availability

There are just a handful of different cities in Maine with nursing schools offering CCNE or ACEN-accredited Bachelor's in Nursing degrees.

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School	Program	Admissions
King University	BS in Nursing (RN-to-BSN) Accelerated program features 7-week courses designed specifically for the ADN- or Diploma-prepared Registered Nurse.	Website
Benedictine University	RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) CCNE Accredited, can be completed–100% online–in as little as 12 months.	Website
Auburn University at Montgomery	Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) Finish in 1 year, CCNE accredited.	Website
University of Texas Permian Basin	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited, 38-credit program prepares nurses for leadership roles in healthcare.	Website
Methodist University	Online RN to BSN CCNE Accredited. Designed for Working Nurses.	Website
Campbellsville University	Online RN to BSN ACEN accredited BSN program.	Website
University of West Alabama	Online RN to BSN Finish in 1 year, ACEN accredited.	Website
Sacred Heart University	Online RN to BSN CCNE Accredited, as few as 10 months to complete.	Website

Located at the northeastern tip of the United States, the state of Maine is home to some of the most dedicated nursing professionals throughout the country. With a population of 1.3 million, Maine has grown beyond what was once expected of this area. The state of Maine is known for its high quality education. Students seeking higher education in this area will find that the possibilities for advancement are pleasing and well-providing. For those seeking further education in nursing, Maine also provides a wealth of information.

Maine Nursing Licensure Reciprocity

The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) allows nurses to have one license for nursing that gives them the ability to practice in the state where they current live as well as other states that are part of the compact agreement. Currently there are over 30 states that are a part of the NLC agreement.

As of Spring 2020: Maine IS part of the NLC agreement.

Source: National Council of State Boards of Nursing

The Changing Landscape of Nursing in Maine

In recent years, technology has changed the way that nurses operate in a health care setting. Nurses must stay current with what technology contributes to their field, so that patients are given only the best quality care. Continuous learning is a necessity for individuals in the nursing field.

As professionals are subjected to individuals from different cultures and walks of life, they are expected to maintain the same level of expertise.

The Need for More BSN’s

Employers are looking for candidates for employment that have the most recent knowledge in the field of nursing. Those nurses that currently have associate’s degree or lower in nursing will find that pursuing a higher degree is the best choice for a great career in the nursing field.

RN to BSN programs in Maine allow current registered nurses to continue working while taking part in the degree program. Working as a nurse can be extremely overwhelming on its own, which is why flexible RN to BSN programs are the best option for bettering a degree.