In a city filled with leading research hospitals, healthcare specialists, and community health centers, there is always a demand for qualified, culturally-competent nurses. At RCC, we are committed to providing you with the opportunity to pursue a degree in Nursing, join a workforce field that is always growing, and earn a living wage.
Ready to get started? Visit the admissions requirements page to review the requirements before submitting your application. You can also fill out an inquiry form or RSVP for an upcoming information session.
Questions about the Nursing Program can be directed to Sileshi A. Mebrate at Nursing@rcc.mass.edu or 857-701-1638; and Sherene McKenley, Administrative Assistant at amckenley@rcc.mass.edu or 857-701-1648.
Admissions Requirements
Students may take the TEAS exam a total of two times within a 12-month period. Test scores are valid for three years. The TEAS can be taken at any testing center.
Additional Criteria for Acceptance
Applicants must also meet the following additional criteria for acceptance into the
nursing program:
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Post-Acceptance Requirements |
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Immunizations |
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Background Checks |
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Basic Life Support/Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation |
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Physical Exam |
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Physical Requirements |
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The Nursing Program curriculum model is concept-based and is structured with exemplars that build from simple to complex. Emphasis is placed on the development of clinical judgment. Clinical, lab, and simulation experiences are concurrent with didactic experiences in each nursing course.
Students who wish to apply to the Nursing Program will be placed in the Health Careers major, and will complete the Nursing Program prerequisite general education courses prior to submitting an application for admission. For information on the specific admission requirements of the Nursing Program, please visit the Roxbury Community College Nursing webpage.
In-Person Sessions will be offered on the following Wednesdays at 1:00pm in Room 121, Building 3, on RCC's campus:
To RSVP, please click or tap on the button below:
Register for In-Person Info Session
Online Sessions will be offered on the following days at 6:00pm:
To receive confirmation with the Zoom link for online sessions, please click or tap on the button below:
Register for Virtual Info Session for Zoom Link
Interested in a career in Nursing?
RCC Health Sciences Division will hold a series of Information Session meetings to answer your questions, such as:
Transferring your ASN Degree from RCC to state and private colleges is done on a college-by-college basis. There are specific nursing entrance requirements for admission. Students are encouraged to meet with a transfer admissions rep at the four-year college/university of interest to discuss potential for transfer once having completed RCC’s Nursing program.
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Sileshi Mebrate, MSN, BSN | Intermediate Med/Surg and Mental Health Nursing Maternity, Newborn and Pediatric Concepts |
Angela Pasquantonio, MSN, BSN, ADN, LPN | Intermediate Med/Surg and Mental Health Nursing Maternity, Newborn and Pediatric Concepts |
Perpetua Saint-Louis, DNP, MSN, BSN, LPN | Fundamentals and Gerontologic Concepts of Nursing Intermediate Med/Surg and Mental Health Nursing |
Part-Time (Adjunct) |
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Priscilla Bolte, MSN, BSN | Fundamentals and Gerontologic Concepts of Nursing Intermediate Med/Surg and Mental Health Nursing |
Ivandro Cardoso, BSN, ADN | Maternity, Newborn and Pediatric Concepts Lab and Clinical Instructor |
Vanessa Fernandes, MSN, FNP, BSN, ADN | Maternity, Newborn and Pediatric Concepts Lab and Clinical Instructor |
Maria Gallesyan, MSN, BSN, MS | Clinical Instructor, Fundamentals |
MaryLee Marra, MSN, BSN, Diploma | Maternity, Newborn and Pediatric Concepts Lab and Clinical Instructor Tutor |
Kerri O’Regan, MSN, BSN | Fundamentals and Gerontologic Concepts Lab of Nursing Clinical Simulation Instructor |
Gloria Harris Cater, PhD, FNP, MDiv | Dean of Nursing |
If I become a Licensed Practical Nurse – can I continue my education at RCC to become an associate degree nurse (eligible to be RN)? |
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Are there jobs available for people in health careers? |
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I have experience as a nurse aide or EMT or in the Armed Services – Do I get advanced placement? |
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Can I enter the health career programs directly from high school? Or can I transfer credits from another educational institution? What about advanced placement? |
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How much time/energy does the successful nursing student devote to study? |
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Can I work for pay while in the nursing programs? |
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What are the costs of a health career education at RCC? How can I afford school? |
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What advantages are there to a health career education at RCC? |
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Can I attend the program part time? What about evenings or weekends? |
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Are there men in the health programs? |
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What if I completed some or all of my education in another country? |
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Apply the Nursing Process and Evidence Based Practice to provide high quality, safe patient care to diverse clients with actual, and potential health problems throughout the life cycle.
Communicate therapeutically with clients, families, and health care team members to assist in the achievement of health promotion, disease prevention, illness management and adaptation from the beginning of life to the end of life.
Promote the health of diverse clients and their families throughout the life cycle through the implementation of effective teaching plans.
Collaborate with other health care professionals and demonstrate leadership and management skills at the individual and organizational level.
Demonstrate clinical reasoning, professional attributes, and accountability throughout nursing practice.
Use evidence-based information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error and support decision making.