Rachel Malander is in Creighton University’s first class to learn through virtual reality, a new addition to the curriculum. She’ll be a senior next year. Wendy Wilson is set to be an Army nurse.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center has launched a new virtual nursing program that’s already changing how nurses care for patients—and how patients experience care.

Beginning this fall, the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will offer its Bachelor of Science in Nursing program online to make it more convenient for working registered ...