FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE'S NURSES SHINE WITH REMARKABLE EMPLOYMENT SUCCESS

LAKELAND, Fla., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College (FSC)'s Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences is celebrating an outstanding achievement as it reports a 100 percent employment rate for its May 2023 graduates. This notable accomplishment reflects the dedication, commitment, and quality of education the institution provides, making its nursing graduates highly sought after by prestigious healthcare facilities nationwide.

The Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences takes pride in the following recent accomplishments:

BSN Graduates Excel: Out of the 52 Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduates, an astounding 100 percent achieved success on their licensure exams. 96 percent accomplished this feat on their very first attempt. The remaining two students, passed on their second try, solidifying the program's unwavering commitment to every student's achievement.

Local Excellence: Many were offered positions at leading healthcare institutions in Lakeland, Fla. 11 accepted roles at Lakeland Regional Health and four at BayCare Health System, showcasing the strong local ties and partnerships that the program fosters.

Statewide Impact: Beyond the local community, Florida Southern graduates are making a difference throughout the state, with three alumni securing positions at Tampa General Hospital (TGH), Nemours, John Hopkins, and Advent Health. Four more have found their calling at renowned institutions such as Moffitt Cancer Center, U.F. Pediatric Medical, Mayo Clinic, and Delray Medical Center.

National Reach: The reach of Florida Southern's nursing program extends far beyond the Sunshine State. Its graduates have landed prestigious positions at some of the nation's top healthcare facilities, including Duke University Medical Center, Penn State Health, Yale-New Haven Hospital, and the U.S. Army Medical Corps. 11 more alumni have embarked on diverse journeys to various locations across the country, taking their expertise and FSC spirit with them.

"We are immensely proud of our graduates and their remarkable achievements," said Dr. Laly Joseph, Dean of the Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Florida Southern College. "This impressive employment rate is a testament to our faculty's dedication and our students' hard work. It also speaks volumes about the quality of the education and the clinical experiences they receive here at Florida Southern."

For more information about Florida Southern College's direct-entry Bachelor of Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs, visit the Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences website at: https://www.flsouthern.edu/about-fsc/leadership/schools-and-division/school-of-nursing-and-health-sciences

About Florida Southern College

Founded in 1883, Florida Southern College is the oldest private college in the state. The College maintains its commitment to academic excellence through 70+ undergraduate programs and distinctive graduate programs in business administration, education, nursing, and physical therapy. Florida Southern has a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, is an award-winning national leader in engaged learning, and boasts 30 NCAA Division II National Championships. Florida Southern is ranked #8 among the "Best Regional Universities in the South" by U.S. News & World Report in its 2023 "Best Colleges" guide. It is included in The Princeton Review's 2023-24 Best 389 Colleges guide and the Fiske Guide to Colleges 2024. The 2023-2024 Colleges of Distinction guidebook praises Florida Southern's AACSB-accredited Barney Barnett School of Business and Free Enterprise alongside the College's School of Education and its Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences. Poets&Quants, U.S. News & World Report, Fortune, and The Princeton Review further laud the Barney Barnett School of Business and Free Enterprise and the Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences as foremost programs in the nation for business and nursing education. Home to the world's largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, FSC is ranked by The Princeton Review's as the #6 "Most Beautiful Campus" in the nation. Connect with Florida Southern College. 

About the Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Accredited by the National Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Florida Southern College's Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences is a leading institution dedicated to excellence in nursing and health education. Offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical principles required for a rewarding healthcare career, state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technology, and clinical partnerships ensure students receive comprehensive, hands-on training. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare.

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