The Time for Nursing is Now!
Now is the time to earn an associate”™s degree in nursing from an RN program in CT and join an in-demand career field. Learn more! Continue reading The Time for Nursing is Now!
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Camily Arjona: “I couldn’t have done this without Goodwin.”
Camily Arjona’s dreams of becoming a pharmacist were put on hold after she married and had her first child at age 17. Arjona had two more children before the age of 24. She began working at an insurance company to … Continue reading Camily Arjona: “I couldn’t have done this without Goodwin.”
A Call for Nurses: Job Opportunities on the Rise for Nursing Students
For those looking to join an in-demand field, earning an associate’s degree in nursing from an RN program is a great investment in the future. Learn more! Continue reading A Call for Nurses: Job Opportunities on the Rise for Nursing Students
Important Courses for an RN-to-BSN Degree
With Connecticut moving towards an 80% BSN workforce, it’s important when pursuing a nursing degree to know what kind of education you should expect and pursue. Continue reading Important Courses for an RN-to-BSN Degree
Nancy Clark: “She has those special qualities and an obvious love of teaching.”
Nancy Clark, a graduate of Goodwin’s associate degree in Nursing program who is currently working on a bachelor’s degree in Nursing online, speaks highly of Goodwin’s faculty. Her online art history instructor, Ann Finateri-Laist, made a lasting impact. “I thoroughly enjoyed her class and her personal interactions with all of us throughout the course. She has those special qualities and an obvious love of teaching,” Clark noted. As a full-time nurse, taking online classes is the only way Clark is able to continue her education. Originally she was wary of online courses due to lack of physical interaction, but after … Continue reading Nancy Clark: “She has those special qualities and an obvious love of teaching.”
Turn Your RN Into a BSN Degree at Goodwin College
There are many great reasons to transition your RN to a BSN Degree, including higher pay, more job opportunities, better patient care, and easy access to flexible classes. And now is a great time to pursue an RN-to-BSN at Goodwin … Continue reading Turn Your RN Into a BSN Degree at Goodwin College
3 Key Factors to Look for in a Nursing School
When choosing a nursing school in Connecticut, there are a few key factors to keep in mind to make sure a school is right for your needs. Learn more! Continue reading 3 Key Factors to Look for in a Nursing School
A Milestone of Care: Goodwin Celebrates 10 Years of Nursing Graduates
On August 20, the 53 new nurses of Goodwin College’s 31st pinning ceremony lit their ceremonial candles and joined the ranks of the 1,400 nurses who had previously graduated from the College and entered Connecticut’s healthcare workforce. “It’s hard to … Continue reading A Milestone of Care: Goodwin Celebrates 10 Years of Nursing Graduates
Four Reasons to Transition Your RN to a BSN
Transitioning your RN to a BSN degree has numerous benefits including higher pay, increased job availability, and superior patient care. Learn more! Continue reading Four Reasons to Transition Your RN to a BSN
Follow Your Heart and Be a Healer
Goodwin College offers 12 bachelor’s and associate degrees and certificates covering every part of the healthcare industry. Become a healer today! Continue reading Follow Your Heart and Be a Healer
Protein Sciences CEO Speaks at Goodwin
Goodwin College welcomes Dr. Manon Cox, president & CEO of Protein Sciences Corp. a CT company specializing in vaccine development and protein production. Continue reading Protein Sciences CEO Speaks at Goodwin
Alexandra Esposito: Getting on the Right Path at Goodwin
Although Alexandra Esposito had graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from another Connecticut college, she felt unsure about her future.
She had earned a degree, but nonetheless was “at a loss.” Esposito recalled, “When I came to Goodwin, they helped me navigate my path.” Continue reading Alexandra Esposito: Getting on the Right Path at Goodwin
The Difference Between Becoming an RN and LPN
Keep these facts in mind when choosing your path towards a career in nursing! Continue reading The Difference Between Becoming an RN and LPN
Goodwin Celebrates Tenth Anniversary Nurse Pinning Ceremony, August 20
Thursday, August 20, will mark a special milestone for Goodwin College: the 10-year anniversary of pinning ceremonies for nurses graduating from the College’s Nursing program. Continue reading Goodwin Celebrates Tenth Anniversary Nurse Pinning Ceremony, August 20
Nursing and Occupational Therapy Assistant Students Working Together For Common Cause
Interprofessional collaboration is a partnership between a team of healthcare providers that allows for a synergistic influence of knowledge and skill to make decisions regarding health issues and improve patient outcomes. Goodwin’s nursing students and faculty along with the Occupational … Continue reading Nursing and Occupational Therapy Assistant Students Working Together For Common Cause
Christina Tolides: “I’m growing the way a nurse is supposed to grow”
Christina Tolides works in the health and safety analysis and prevention area at a large company, but realized instead of just offering emotional support she wanted to be able to offer a more well-rounded approach to care. With an existing degree in forensic science and a minor in chemistry, Tolides decided to make a career change and enrolled in Goodwin’s nursing program. Continue reading Christina Tolides: “I’m growing the way a nurse is supposed to grow”
Olivia Stacey: “There is no way you could fail”
In January 2014, Olivia Stacey’s father passed away, altering her life path significantly. From a young age, Stacey had watched as her father studied to become a nurse. Stacey wasn’t sure what kind of career she wanted to pursue, but found strength and motivation following in her father’s footsteps. Continue reading Olivia Stacey: “There is no way you could fail”
Penny Krivickas: Patience, Empathy, and Kindness
Penny Krivickas received her associate degree in Nursing from Goodwin in 2007, graduating with four RN jobs lined up. Eight years of well-earned work and life experience later, Krivickas came back to Goodwin and enrolled in the RN to BSN program. Continue reading Penny Krivickas: Patience, Empathy, and Kindness