Welcome to the ABSN Student Resources page at Duke School of Nursing! We’re committed to supporting you throughout your academic journey. Here, you’ll find a list of services and resources available both within the School of Nursing and the broader Duke community to assist you during your time here. We encourage you to utilize these resources as needed, and remember, our Office of Admissions and Student Services is always here to help and support you.
What Can You Do With an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing?
An ABSN degree from Duke empowers you for a variety of diverse opportunities. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, registered nurses, including BSN graduates, are in high demand, with employment projected to grow by 6% through 2032.
Through the accelerated nursing program, you’ll be prepared to:
- Promote the health of diverse patients, families and communities.
- Advance nursing science by identifying questions, evaluating evidence and proposing innovative solutions to clinical practice problems.
- Provide high-quality care, health care team coordination and oversight and accountability for care delivery in various settings.
- Address health disparities in vulnerable populations, locally and globally.
Our accelerated nursing degree also provides the opportunity to earn six credits toward a future master’s degree, positioning you for a successful path to advanced nursing practice.
Assistant Dean
Stephanie Gedzyk-Nieman
DNP, MSN, NC-MNN
As assistant dean of the ABSN Program, Dr. Gedzyk-Nieman is committed to continuing the program’s high standards while also building new, innovative opportunities for practice-ready nurses of the future. Dr. Gedzyk-Nieman has been developing rewarding educational experiences for nursing students in the Childbearing Families course through a flipped classroom model and innovative, active learning strategies to reinforce concepts and enhance clinical judgment.
Learn more about Stephanie Gedzyk-Nieman: Scholars@Duke
The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, Post-Graduate APRN Certificate and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at Duke University School of Nursing are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The Nurse Anesthesia DNP program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.