Develop practical skills, build technical knowledge and explore various health-care settings and specialized courses in preparation for a successful nursing career.
A degree in Nursing prepares you for a career in multiple clinical settings and areas of the health-care system. You will participate in classroom lectures, build experiential skills in simulated labs and practice your new skills in a variety of clinical settings.
Through this program, you will earn a Bachelor of Nursing (BN) degree from RRC Polytech and become eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN® exam). After completing the national exam and successfully becoming a member of the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) you will be able to legally use the designation registered nurse (RN).
In this program, you will develop the practical skills and in-depth knowledge needed to provide effective health care to individuals, families and communities. Your education will include theory-based classroom learning and practical learning in labs and health care facilities.
Explore foundational concepts in professional nursing, including health assessment, different nursing techniques and communication skills.
Further your knowledge through historical and theoretical classes and begin studying human development. Complete a foundational clinical practice course.
Study more advanced topics, including nutrition and pharmacology. Complete an additional clinical practice course and build on your foundational skills.
Explore community health, diagnostics and health assessment. Practice what you’ve learned through a clinical practice focused on older adults and long-term care.
Build on your training in pathophysiology, microbiology and chronic illness. Gain crucial experience in medicine through a clinical practice course.
Explore acute conditions and family nursing topics. Develop your knowledge of surgery through a clinical practice course.
Study family health and Indigenous wellness and develop leadership skills through a clinical practice course focused on pediatrics and maternity.
Advance your knowledge of mental health and epidemiology and pursue specialized electives. Complete a clinical practice course focused on mental health.
Study palliative care, community health and professional policies and complete a clinical practice course focused on palliative care.
Concentrate and practise your knowledge, under the guidance of a preceptor, in a focused practicum experience.
Excel with practical learning and experienced instructors, all focused on your success. With an employer-driven education, you won’t just be ready for a career – you’ll be prepared to stay in front of what’s ahead.
Nursing grads are highly skilled, adaptable and ready to lead from day one. They find success in a variety of health care settings and are a valuable part of any team.
The statistics below represent the opinions and employment statuses of this program’s recent grads. They were retrieved from the 2019-2020 RRC Polytech Graduate Satisfaction and Employment Report.
There is a high demand for nurses in Manitoba, and nursing graduates often obtain a job in their area of choice. Once employed, our grads have numerous opportunities to acquire specialized skills, enhance their career mobility and pursue new positions.
Our students graduate feeling confident, career-ready and prepared to lead because of our program’s commitment to experiential learning, practical work experience and student-focused networking.
Our Nursing program instructors are industry leaders with experience in various health care settings. They regularly update their skills and maintain strong links with health-care organizations and industry partners to ensure your education is practical and aligned with industry needs.
“I’m so proud of RRC Polytech. I’m the first person in my family to get a degree — all because the good folks at RRC Polytech were there with the right programs and incredible instructors.”
Jaime Manness – Clinical Resource Nurse
Health Sciences Centre
“My education at RRC Polytech has given me a solid grounding to excel in completely different specialties, from the emergency department to primary care and now mental health triage and counselling.”
Rachel Wentzell – Nurse
Queen’s University
“I graduated in 2015, […] and this year (2022) I took my first leadership role as a facility patient care manager, and I feel that I owe my success to the amazing program at RRC Polytech.”
Valerie Crisostomo – Facility Patient Care Manager
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
“RRC Polytech gave me the theory and skills I needed to enter my profession as a generalist. I was able to specialize and still have confidence in my fundamentals.”
Leah Cooper – Registered Nurse, Adult Medicine
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority – St. Boniface Hospital
“The emergency department is a specialized environment that very few grads experience right out of college. RRC Polytech prepared me to excel in that setting with an excellent nursing education.”
Ryan Rempel – Registered Nurse
Boundary Trails Health Centre
As a Nursing student, you are a caring person who speaks and acts assertively on behalf of others. You communicate professionally, make decisions skillfully and work independently, responsibly and with integrity. As a professional nurse, you will learn to view health holistically and play a vital role in our modern health-care system.
Students that excel in this program often share these interests, skills and personality traits.
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Ensure signup goes smoothly and understand program requirements before registering. Review required documents and procedures to make sure you’re prepared to enter this program.
Explore our Catalogue for more detailed information, including a program outline, course descriptions and everything you’ll need to plan and prepare for your future success.
Your future is within reach, and we’re here to help you achieve it. Experience industry-focused opportunities available at RRC Polytech and develop the knowledge and skills to grow, lead and excel in your future career.
Support yourself while pursuing your RRC Polytech education. You may be eligible for loans, grants and scholarships to help tackle your financial needs.
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RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.
We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.