To search for books, e-books, and media use the search box under "Search for articles, books, and more" on the Library homepage. To search for an item on a specific subject, a keyword search is often the best choice, eg. pediatric care plans. Search by author or title to find a specific book.
You will need to note the Location, Call Number and Status of the item to find it (unless it is an e-book, which is available online). Locations: Many course textbooks are in the Reserve Collection at the Service Desk. Other nursing books are on the Upper Floor.
Call Numbers:
The call number of the book determines where the book is on the shelves. Nursing books are on the Upper Floor and have call numbers beginning with R.
A current Bergen Community College ID is required for borrowing.
Reference and Reserve books are for library use only.
Feel free to ask a Library staff member for help searching for books.
All of the Library's e-books are listed in the Library catalog ("Search for articles, books, and more"). Some nursing e-books and a nursing procedures video series may also be found in
To access e-books and other electronic resources from off campus, enter your BCC user name and password when prompted. Download the mobile app to use it on the go.
How to access resources (videos & more):