PRIMARY CARE PATHWAY
The initial step is a MD to BSN (RN), which is an accelerated post baccalaureate program, which is completed in 12-15 months. Graduates of this program are conferred with a BSN degree after the successful passing of the NCLEX exam.
The second step is a BSN to NP program, which is spread across 2 years, the first year concentration is academic and the second year would be clinical rotations, which are done with Essen Health Care.
Custom Made program for IMGs:
- Work study program
- Classes are online to allow for part or full time work through the course and self paced study
- Students who are part of the program usually work with Essen during and after the program
- Graduates of this program will be expected to work in primary care in underserved communities of the Bronx for a period of time following the program
- Students can apply for financial aid
Why train International Medical Graduates (IMGs) to become Registered Nurses (RN) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs)?
- Provides opportunity to address the primary care shortages by establishing career path for
highly educated & experienced individuals. - Improve socio-economic conditions of IMGs by accrediting them to practice as primary care
providers in undeserved areas in US. - Meet the demands of NYC’s immigrant population as they come from similar backgrounds.
- Improve patient satisfaction by increasing the number of bilingual NPs with cultural awareness and competency.
