Amanda Bjerken

Amanda Bjerken serves as an Instructor and Program Coordinator in the Nursing Department at the Fargo campus of North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS), a member of the North Dakota University System. Hired in 2024, she leverages her Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) and active Registered Nurse (R.N.) credentials to lead the Associate of Science in Nursing program. Her responsibilities span curriculum development, clinical coordination, and student advising across both classroom and healthcare settings.

Her professional foundation includes:

• Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.)
• Registered Nurse (R.N.) licensure

Dr. Bjerken's expertise centers on practical nursing education and clinical training. She designs courses to ensure graduates meet NCLEX-RN requirements and excel in diverse healthcare environments, with particular emphasis on critical thinking in patient care scenarios and adherence to nursing standards. Her program maintains strong partnerships with regional healthcare facilities for student clinical placements.

As Program Coordinator, she provides comprehensive academic guidance to nursing students and manages clinical site relationships. While NDSCS offers student support services through HEERF funding and institutional resources, Dr. Bjerken's role focuses on instructional leadership rather than grant-funded research initiatives.