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Nexus University Offers

Unique Approach

Offering both undergraduate and graduate online
programs in nursing, Miami-based Nexus University
provides a transformative process for its students. The
result: not mere graduates, but professionals within the
context of a global world and the norms of scientific
rigor.
With an approach that focuses on academic excel-
lence with a student-centric philosophy, Nexus bridges

intellectual pursuit with faculty and staff outreach and
engagement with students. The environment is one
that stimulates ethical behavior, as well as an attitude of
enterprise, innovation, leadership and respect for cul-
tural and social diversity.
The unique RN to BSN Program at Nexus allows BY JANIE BAILEY, PHD,
licensed registered nurses, whether associate degree or MSN, MS, RN
diploma, to earn a baccalaureate degree in nursing in

three sequential semesters. The online theory instructional format allows working nurses
the flexibility needed to tie their available hours to a career-building opportunity .
The Master of Science – Clinical Nurse Leader program prepares nurses to take on

leadership roles in specializations such as Healthcare Informatics and Executive. The
program meets the educational needs of nurses who already are working in leadership
positions or are seeking to transition to higher-level roles. The course of study is 36

semester hours with 400 clinical hours and can be completed in five sequential
semesters. Upon completion of the program, the student can apply to take the
Clinical Nurse Leader certification exam.
A highly qualified and experienced faculty apply a technology-driven curriculum
that actively engages a small student cohort with individualized attention. Nexus pro-
vides a faculty approachable atmosphere and caring concern for each student from
admission to graduation.
Nexus was established in Downtown Miami in 2017 and is a branch campus of
Universidad Mayor, a private institution established in Santiago, Chile, in 1988.
UMayor boasts a 30-year tradition of sustained growth and service. Nexus, as a
branch campus of UMayor, is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher
Education. Also, Nexus is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent
Education.
Nexus combines all the tools needed for nursing students to transform by building
a solid foundation for their career future.

Dr. Janie Bailey is Director of School and Health
Science and Nursing and Interim Director of Academic Affairs, at Nexus University.
For more information, visit nexusuniversity.com.

Profiles

IN LEADERSHIP

HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL

Kim Saiswick
Vice President
Community Health and Well-Being

Isn’t it time for an independent expert opinion Kim Saiswick serves as vice president of community

on your malpractice insurance coverage? health and well-being for Holy Cross Hospital. In her
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options are daunting, and the wrong fit can be disastrous to your practice. ice area. She also leverages resources and partnerships
and addresses social determinants of health to ensure
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