RN Refresher Program

Our RN refresher program is for registered nurses who

• have not been actively practicing.
• have been working in nursing positions other than acute care.
• need to reactivate their Washington State licensure.

Content in the program includes up-to-date information on

• the nursing process
• pharmacology
• ethics and legal issues
• mental health assessment
• the pathophysiology and management of common medical-surgical conditions

 Other topics include:

• pain management
• nutrition and hydration
• oncology
• pediatric assessment

The skills review and clinical practicum provide opportunities to refresh nursing skills and to work with an instructor in an adult acute care setting. BC is a Washington State approved refresher program.

Spring 2011 Program Details

• Classes begin March 24, 2011 (Orientation)
• Class Size: 32
• RN's with the least time lapsed in the profession will get priority placement if there is over enrollment in the program.
• Theory classes will be held weekdays (between the hours of 8am to 5pm) at the main campus (3 to 5 days per week).
• Tuition is $3,165 (3 payments)
• $54.00 application fee (non-refundable)
• Additional Costs: books, supplies, immunizations, CPR and background check
• Program includes: Theory (110 Hours), Clinical (72 Hours) and Preceptorship (96 Hours)
• You must pass each section before moving on to next section
• Program completion by July 31, 2011

How to Apply

• Complete attached RN Refresher Application [PDF].
• Include $54.00 non-refundable application fee (made payable to Bellevue College).
• Complete Certified National Background Check [PDF] (hard copy of results must be included, confirmation not acceptable)
• Complete Immunizations/CPR [PDF]
• Application deadline has been extended to March 11, 2011

Note: Applications will not be processed until all requirements have been received.

Mail or hand-deliver your completed application along with background check results, immunizations, CPR and check to:
RN Refresher Program
Health Science, Education & Wellness Institute, R130
Bellevue College
3000 Landerholm Circle SE
Bellevue, WA  98007