Admission to the B.S.N. Program
The generic student seeking enrollment in the bachelor of science in nursing degree program must meet the requirements for admission to Shepherd University, as stated in the University Catalog. Freshman and sophomore students will be designated as pre-nursing students and must be advised by nursing faculty. The B.S.N. program is a limited enrollment program (see section titled Admission to Limited Enrollment Programs).
Students become candidates for admission into the nursing program in their sophomore year upon meeting the following criteria:
1. Admission to Shepherd University is required before being accepted to the
nursing program;
2. Submit official transcripts(s) to the Admissions Office to have a Detailed
Degree Evaluation completed prior to March 1 for intended enrollment in the fall
semester or October 1 for intended enrollment in the spring semester;
3. Until admitted to the BSN Program, nursing majors will be designated as
"pre-acceptance" and will be advised by nursing faculty members;
4. Eligibility to complete the 59 lower-division course hours as identified in
the pre-nursing curriculum prior to matriculation;
5. Completion of NURS 310 Lifespan Health Promotion in Nursing before the
beginning of the semester you are applying for;
6. Cumulative grade point average of 2.7;
7. Must achieve grade C or above in the following courses: BIOL 225/BIOL
227; BIOL 226/BIOL 228; BIOL 302; CHEM 120/CHEM120L; CHEM 122/CHEM 122L; NURS
310, statistics; and all math courses;
8. Submit a Department of Nursing Education application for admission; and
9. Meet with academic advisor prior to March 1 for intended enrollment in the fall semester or
prior to October 1 for intended enrollment in the spring semester.
Transfer students may schedule an appointment with the Driector of Nursing
Education.
Special Requirements of Nursing Majors
1. Submission of completed health data requirement prior to July 1 following acceptance into the program for fall semester and December 1 following acceptance into the program for the spring semester;
2. Submission of yearly PPD results (or chest x-ray, if appropriate) and evidence of
American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare
Professionals CPR certification prior to July 1 of each year if admitted in the
fall and December 1 if admitted in the spring;
3. Attend annual nursing assembly as scheduled;
4. Adhere to the policies in the Department of Nursing Education
Student Handbook;
5. Undergo a criminal background check and drug screen, according to the procedure specified by the Department of Nursing Education;
6. Complete all course work within three years of admission into the nursing program;
7. Pay a required special fee for standardized testing;
8. Maintain personal health and medical malpractice (liability) insurance each
semester;
9. Have iTouch or Smartphone technology and access to a personal computer and
printer; and
10. Meet the core performance standards of the nursing program.
Graduation
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are
eligible to apply for the National Council of Licensure Exam (NCLEX) Registered
Nurse (R.N.) exam.
Eligibility
for Licensure
The nursing law of West Virginia addresses criteria for
application for licensure. The West Virginia Board of Examiners for
Registered Professional Nurses has the power to deny opportunity to procure
licenses through testing if the applicant has willfully committed a felony under
the laws of West Virginia. Any student entering the nursing program who
has committed any illegal offenses (felony or misdemeanor) is encouraged to
discuss these matters with the department chair for clarification prior to
admission. Details are requested when the graduate makes application for
licensure.
R.N.-to-B.S.N. Track
The R.N.-to-B.S.N. track is designed to expand the registered nurse's education. This program provides flexibility with a wide continuum of education and experience, based upon advisement and development of an individual growth plan. Previous education and experience are evaluated through the use of a professional portfolio. The expected competencies of R.N.-to-B.S.N. graduates are the same as those for graduates of the generic baccalaureate program.
R.N.-to-B.S.N. Admission Process
The following must be submitted to the department chair one
month prior to beginning the first nursing course:
1. Department of Nursing Education admission application;
2. Official transcript copy on file;
3. Admission interview with advisor;
4. Proof of:
a. Current West Virginia R.N. license;
b. American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life
Support for the Health Care
Provider CPR
certification;
c. Health date information (including
immunizations):
d. Medical malpractice (liability) insurance;
e. Personal health insurance;
f. Criminal background check;
g. Drug screen;
5. A professional portfolio which includes:
a. Current resume;
b. Continuing education/certification;
c. Professional goals for completing the program;
d. Professional activities for the last three years
(committees,
professional organizations, etc.);
e. Community service in nursing/health-related
activities.
6. Required GPA of 2.5
Articulation: R.N.s who have graduated from a state-approved and
nationally-accredited associate degree nursing program will receive 41 nursing
credits. After completing NURS 442, students may be given credit for NURS
330, NURS 331, NURS 332, NURS 334, NURS 340, NURS 341, NURS 342, NURS 430, NURS
431, NURS 432, NURS 438, NURS 444, and NURS 445. Completion of NURS 510
waives the requirement of NURS 310.
R.N.-to-B.S.N. Track Requirements
It is expected that R.N.s will
complete most of the required Core Curriculum courses before applying to the
nursing program. Please see your advisor for assistance in program
planning.
R.N.s
will be required to take 23 credits of nursing courses to include:
1. NURS 333 Health Assessment
2. NURS 344 Human Genetics with Ethical Applications
3. NURS 437 Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice
4. NURS 442 Patient-Centered Care: Population Health
5. NURS 443 Leadership
6. NURS 441 Information Management
7. NURS 510 Health Care Delivery Systems: Political, Social, and Economic
Influences.
Progression
In order to progress and to graduate, the student enrolled in the B.S.N. program
must:
1. Earn a minimum of C in each nursing course;
2. Maintain a minimum of 2.0 cumulative grade point average;
3. Satisfy pre- and corequisite requirements as scheduled.
Ratio Clock to Credit Hour
The ratio of theory clock to credit hour is 1:1. A 2:1 ratio of clinical
clock hours to credit hours in maintained. A clock hour equals 50 minutes.
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