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Nov 27, 2024
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2015-2016 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Nursing Bachelor of Science
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The Department of Nursing promotes the mission of Shawnee State University, the College of Professional Studies, and the profession of nursing. The Department supports this mission by adhering to the philosophy and its curriculum, which implies responsibility for development, implementation, and revision. Faculty endeavor to help students develop self, critical thinking, and skills to enhance their function as bachelor prepared graduates who contribute to both the profession and society.
The bachelor of science in nursing program prepares the student for professional nursing practice in a variety of settings. Graduates of the program are prepared for leadership positions and for graduate study. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of health care settings, such as hospitals, health departments, clinics, nursing homes, mental health centers, and other health-related community agencies.
In addition to achieving the professional goals of the program, students also complete a liberal arts education described elsewhere in this catalog as the General Education Program (GEP).
The Baccalaureate of Nursing Program provides two paths for the individual pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Nursing; the pre-licensure BSN path and the RN-BSN path. Applications are available from the Office of Admissions, Department of Nursing, or online. Students who have completed the application are considered for acceptance on the basis of space available in the program and the academic qualifications of the student.
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Pre-Licensure BSN Path
Admission Requirements
Admission is determined on a competitive basis. The total number of students admitted to the program is based upon available facilities and faculty. Students are admitted into the program in the fall semester.
Criteria for admission:
- A college GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) at the end of the semester in which application is made.
- A grade of “C” or higher in all pre-nursing course work, which includes the first two semesters and the summer session of the pre-nursing curriculum.
- A score of 18 in all ACT sections or greater than 20 hours of college credit
To complete the admission process once a student has been accepted, the student must present to the nursing secretary prior to the first day of class:
- Completed Confidential Physical Form obtained from the Nursing Department.
- Current CPR Healthcare Provider certification.
- State and Federal BCIs
- Drug Screening
- Proof of influenza vaccination
Accreditation
The Pre-Licensure BSN Path is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Program Requirements
The Department of Nursing considers a grade of “C” (2.0) as the minimum passing grade for all required nursing and non-nursing courses. Courses completed with less than a “C” will result in academic dismissal from the program. Readmission to the nursing program is determined by the Department of Nursing policies as printed in the current Department of Nursing BSN Student Handbook.
Current CPR Healthcare Provider certification, physical exam, which includes a TB skin test, immunizations, and Hepatitis B; state and federal BCIs, 5-panel quick drug screening, and proof of influenza vaccination are required and verified prior to enrollment in clinical nursing courses. TB skin test, state and federal BCIs, 5-panel quick drug screening, and proof of influenza vaccination are required annually.
Students are responsible for verifying they have met degree requirements for graduation.
Degree Requirements
| General Education Program |
35 Hours |
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Other Non-Nursing Courses
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18 Hours
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| Required Nursing/Health Science Courses |
69 Hours |
| Guided Electives |
9 Hours |
| Minimum Hours Required |
131 Hours |
Required Nursing/Health Science Courses (69 Hours)
RN-BSN Path
The RN-BSN path offers flexible scheduling, with the majority of the nursing coursework available through distance learning methods, including online education and use of clinical preceptors for the qualified registered nurse.
Accreditation
The RN-BSN path is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Admission Requirements
The total number of students admitted to the program is based upon available facilities and faculty. Students are admitted into the program through a rolling admission process.
Criteria for admission:
- A college GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale).
- A transcript from a completed associates degree or diploma nursing program.
- A non-restricted, current RN license.
To complete the admission process, a student must present:
- Documentation of current immunizations, which include TB, HepB, and proof of influenza vaccination
- Current CPR Healthcare Provider Certification
- State and Federal BCIs
- Drug Screening
- Proof of influenza vaccination
Program Requirements
The Department of Nursing considers a grade of “C” (2.0) as the minimum passing grade for all required nursing and non-nursing courses. Courses completed with less than a “C” must be repeated and a grade of “C” or higher received. Readmission to the nursing program is determined by the Department of Nursing policies as printed in the current Department of Nursing BSN Student Handbook.
Guidelines for use of clinical preceptors are available in the Department of Nursing office.
TB skin tests are required annually.
Students are responsible for verifying they have met degree requirements for graduation.
Degree Requirements
| General Education Program |
34 Hours
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| Other Non-Nursing Courses |
14 Hours
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| Required Lower Division Nursing Courses from ADN or diploma program |
39 Hours |
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| Required Upper Division Nursing/Health Science Courses |
30 Hours |
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| Guided Elective |
3 Hours |
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| Required Science Course (BIOL 3650 - Pathophysiology) |
4 Hours |
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| Minimum Hours Required |
124 Hours |
Required Upper Division Nursing/Health Science Courses (30 Hours)
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