NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF NURSING AND ALLIED HEALTH

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1 NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF NURSING AND ALLIED HEALTH Nursing Handbook

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3 TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME 5 HISTORICAL OVERVIEW 6 MISSION STATEMENT 6 PHILOSOPHY 7 LEARNING OUTCOMES BSN PROGRAMS 9 CORE VALUES 10 UPPER LEVEL BACCALAURETE PROGRAM Traditional Completion Baccalaureate Degree Admission Criteria 11 Traditional Completion Baccalaureate Program of Study 12 Transitional Traditional Completion Baccalaureate Degree Admission Criteria 13 Transitional Traditional Completion Baccalaureate Program of Study 14 RN-BSN Admission Criteria 15 RN-BSN Program of Study 16 2 nd Degree Accelerated Day Admission Criteria 17 2 nd Degree Accelerated Day Program of Study 18 2 nd Degree Accelerated Evening/Weekend Admission Criteria 19 2 nd Degree Accelerated Evening/Weekend Program of Study 20 LPN-BSN Accelerated Day Admission Criteria 21 LPN-BSN Accelerated Day Program of Study 22 LPN-BSN Accelerated Evening/Weekend Admission Criteria 23 LPN-BSN Accelerated Evening/Weekend Program of Study 24 Traditional Completion Course Contact Hour/Credit Allocation 25 Transitional Traditional Completion Clinical Hours by Course and Specialty 26 Accelerated Day BSN Degree s Clinical Hours by Course and Specialty 27 Accelerated Evening/Weekend BSN Degree s Clinical Hours by Course and Specialty 28 Course Descriptions Baccalaureate Degree Program 29 ACADEMIC STANDARDS, HEALTH REQUIREMENTS AND DRESS CODE A. Grading 36 B. Matriculation 37 C. Readmission to the Nursing Program 38 D. Monitoring Student Performance 38 E. Class and Clinical Attendance 38 F. Transportation 40 G. Written Work 40 H. Health Requirements 40 I. Pregnancy Policy 41 J. Other Certifications/Requirements 41 CPR 41 Malpractice Insurance 41 Criminal Background Check 42 K. Disability Services 42 L. Veterans Affairs 42 M. Counseling Services 42 N. Clinical Requirements 42 O. Policy: Student Incidents in Clinical/Laboratory Settings 44 P. Dress Codes 44 Classroom 44 3

4 Clinical 45 Psychiatric and Community Health Clinical Rotations 46 Q. Non-Tuition Expenses 47 R. Financial Aid 47 S. Academic Honesty 47 T. University Assessment Statement 48 U. Department Assessment Statement 48 V. Graduation Requirements 48 W. Military Students 49 X. Social Media and the use of the Cell Phone 49 Y. Exit Exam Writing Competency (EEWC)/ENG Z. Center for Innovative Nursing Education (CINE) 51 Mission Statement 51 CINE Policies 51 Supply Bag Usage Notification 52 Practicum Evaluation Requirements 52 Practicum Guidelines 52 AA. Licensure Procedures 53 SCHOLARSHIPS, HONORS, AND AWARDS Scholarships 55 Awards/Recognition 57 STUDENT REPRESENTATION ON FACULTY COMMITTEES 58 STUDENT ADVISEMENT 58 STUDENT ACTIVITIES 59 UNIVERSITY FACULTY/STUDENT GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE 59 DEPARTMENTAL COMPLAINTS 60 TECHNICAL STANDARDS 60 DISCLAIMER 61 APPENDICES: A. Application for Continuation/Readmission 62 B. Waiver of Immunization against Meningococcal Disease 64 C. Student Performance Monitoring Form 65 D. Student Incident Policy 66 E. Student Incident Report 67 F. Norfolk State University Confidentiality Agreement 68 G. Guidelines for Completing the Clinical Tracking Form 69 H. Clinical Tracking Form 70 I. Guidelines for Completing the Clinical Preparation Form 71 J. Clinical Preparation Form 72 K. Exposure Protocol for Nursing Students 74 L. CINE Lab Statement of Understanding 76 M. Request for Faculty Recommendation 77 N. NSU Department of Nursing and Allied Health Student Chain of Communication 78 O. Student Concern/Complaint Form 79 P. Technical Standards 80 Q. Student Acknowledgement Form 82 R. Student Consent to Release Information to Clinical Agencies/Sites 83 4

5 Welcome On behalf of the faculty and staff of the Department of Nursing and Allied Health, we welcome you to what promises to be an exciting year at Norfolk State University and within the Department of Nursing and Allied Health. We welcome the students who are enrolled in the Traditional BSN Program Track, RN to BSN Program Track, the Second Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program Track, and the LPN to BSN Program Track. You are encouraged to embrace our core values (accountability, compassion, excellence, teamwork, integrity, and competence) and exemplify them on a daily basis. The faculty will be working diligently to foster critical thinking so that you might excel in the classroom, in the clinical setting, and on the NCLEX-RN, leading to a wonderful career in professional nursing. At the beginning of each year, we offer The Nursing Success Institute (NSI) which is designed to promote the success of new and returning students. NSI participants are involved in activities to improve math skills, knowledge of medical terminology, writing skills, study skills, critical thinking abilities, test-taking abilities and professional behaviors. As a result of NSI, our retention rates have increased significantly. We also invite you to attend our Nursing Success Seminars which reinforce the topics presented during NSI. In addition, we will hold a Leadership Forum, led by nursing students. Our alumni are actively involved in the planning of programs and activities to benefit you, as well as offering scholarships to assist with your financial needs. Many of our faculty are NSU alumni and are positioned to offer mentoring and guidance as you progress through your program. In addition, our nursing alumni have established the NSU Alumni Association to further the growth and reach of the Department of Nursing and Allied Health. The new Nursing and Allied Health and Classroom Building is expected to be completed during the fall This 140,000 square foot building will be a significant addition to our campus, complementing our new Lyman Beecher Brooks Library, Student Services Building and Student Center. This new facility will provide state-of-the art learning resources to assure that students will be afforded every opportunity to succeed. The 2010 Institute of Medicine Report: The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health calls for an increase in the number of nurses prepared at the BS level, an increase in the diversity of the workforce, and more doctorally prepared nurse faculty. NSU is committed to all of these initiatives as evidenced by the addition of a new program tract. Our Traditional BSN Program admitted the first class in the spring of 2014.We are committed to lea/ding change, advancing health and promoting the health of all people. To be effective, we need each of you faculty, staff, and students to demonstrate your commitment to Achieving Excellence Success Beyond Measure. With your commitment, all things are possible! 5

6 HISTORICAL OVERVIEW The Department of Nursing and Allied Health offers programs that are accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing, 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA and approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing; Perimeter Center; 9960 Mayland Drive; Suite 300; Richmond, VA The Bachelor of Science Degree Program has ACEN continuing accreditation until The Baccalaureate Degree Program began in 1981 as part of the Virginia Enhancement Plan to integrate state-supported institutions of higher education. The baccalaureate degree program consists of four (4) tracks. The traditional baccalaureate completion track enables students who have declared nursing as their major and have completed all prerequisite courses to complete their degree in five (5) semesters. An upper-level baccalaureate track enables qualified RNs with an Associate Degree or a diploma to complete the course requirements for the baccalaureate degree in four (4) semesters. The second degree baccalaureate track enables qualified college graduates with non-nursing bachelor s degrees to complete the course requirements for the baccalaureate degree in 15 months full-time day or 18 months weekend/evenings. The LPN- BSN track enables qualified LPNs with junior level academic status to complete the degree requirements for the baccalaureate degree in 15 months full-time day or 18 months weekend/evenings. MISSION STATEMENT The mission statement of the Department of Nursing and Allied Health embraces the mission statement of the parent institution and the philosophy of the Department of Nursing and Allied Health. Through exemplary teaching, scholarship, and outreach, the Department aims to prepare selected individuals for diverse nursing roles in multiple settings. Further, the Department strives to foster the development of a sense of social responsibility, personal growth, and lifelong learning in its learners without regard to race, gender, socioeconomic status, age, disability, or national origin. The Department aims to encourage leadership in the participation of research and utilization of its findings to promote optimal health of the community. Finally, the Department aspires to promote the development and implementation of programs in response to assessed health needs of diverse communities, fostering the growth of productive global citizens. 6

7 PHILOSOPHY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF NURSING AND ALLIED HEALTH The Department of Nursing and Allied Health embraces the mission of the University, which has historically provided educational programs responsive to the needs of the community. The philosophy of the Department of Nursing and Allied Health provides a holistic set of beliefs governing the bachelors degree programs. Society - dynamic system of interacting subsystems, the goals of which are to attain and to maintain a steady state. We believe that society is composed of diverse groupings of people across the life span reflecting various ethno-cultural orientations. The modification strategies used by these subsystems for the attainment and maintenance of the steady state are influenced by a multiplicity of factors that characterize society. These include ethical, legal, historical, religious, social, environmental, cultural, economic, and political factors. Person a bio-psycho-socio-cultural-spiritual being who is continually striving to maintain homeostasis and working towards maximal potential. As a member of a societal system, the individual is influenced by the multiplicity of factors that characterize society. The individual s ability to adapt within society is influenced further by developmental and maturational accomplishments. Health a dynamic state located on a continuum between wellness and illness. On this continuum, health reflects the inter-relationship among the biological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual components of the individual. The relative balance among these components influences the individual s state of health. The individual constantly seeks to attain and/or maintain an optimal level of health through self-directed care. Teaching/Learning an interactive process between teacher and learner, the outcomes of which include changes in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective behaviors. The process promotes selfunderstanding and motivation for continued learning and personal growth, thereby enhancing the development of the individual as a contributing, responsible member of the discipline of nursing and of society. Learning is most meaningful when it is related to the pursuit of the individual s personal goals. Individuals have varied learning styles and progress at different rates. The learner is viewed as a responsible participant who should be encouraged in self-expression, creativity, and freedom to discover. Learning is a lifelong process that builds on a foundation of concepts and skills from simple to complex, acquired from previous experiences. The teaching/learning process facilitates the development of critical thinking, decision-making and independent judgment. Furthermore, the process is enhanced by reinforcement, role modeling, and mutual respect between the teacher and the learner. In addition, teaching/learning is facilitated by the use of a variety of educational methods, incorporating multisensory approaches such as lecture/discussion, demonstration, role playing simulations, computerized technology and practical application in a variety of settings. Nursing - a critical subsystem of the health care delivery system. Its goal is to maximize the self-care potential of individuals and groups of all ages regardless of their location on the wellness-illness continuum. The focus of nursing is to promote therapeutic client outcomes, which include enhancing and maintaining health, providing illness care, assisting in habilitation/rehabilitation, and comfort to the dying. This is accomplished through the steps of assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating activities with individuals and/or 7

8 groups when their self-care agency is inadequate to meet their therapeutic self-care demands. The practice of nursing takes place within the context of a therapeutic relationship. The scope of nursing practice includes teaching, research, and administration. Within this context, effective interpersonal and communication skills are essential components of nursing practice. Given current and emerging social, economic, and political trends, health teaching is essential to nursing s role in health promotion and maintenance. The discipline of nursing synthesizes theories and concepts from the natural and social sciences and the humanities into the practice of nursing. Nursing has the responsibility to continue to develop and expand the body of nursing knowledge through research such that client outcomes, nursing practice, and nursing education are enhanced. In addition, with the broadening scope and complexity of nursing practice, nursing must provide heightened leadership, management, and control of its own activities through a specified set of socially responsible standards of nursing practice. Nursing as a professional discipline must be accountable to itself as a professional discipline and to its consumers. Nursing Education - an organized process by which individuals are prepared to assume nursing practice roles and provide competent nursing assistance within the health-care delivery system. Nursing education should take place within institutions of higher learning. Instruction in the humanities, natural and behavioral sciences and nursing theories provides a foundation for the development of the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills necessary for the practice of nursing. Relative to the existence of various levels of nursing practice and the individual needs of the student, career mobility in nursing should be provided through different educational programs. To meet the health care needs of clients, individuals with diverse levels of education should be encouraged and assisted to maximize their potential in nursing practice. Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing- The bachelor s degree is the minimal educational preparation to practice as a generalist in professional nursing. The baccalaureate graduate uses the nursing process in providing and managing therapeutic nursing interventions to individuals, families, groups, and communities with common or uncommon health conditions, the outcomes of which may be predictable or unpredictable. The baccalaureate graduate analyzes the effects of research, legal, ethical, political, economic, and social processes on client outcomes, nursing practice and the health care delivery system. In addition, the baccalaureate graduate acts as a change agent and client advocate, using the principles of leadership and management when collaborating and consulting with other health care providers. Upon completion of the program, the baccalaureate graduate articulates a personal philosophy, which demonstrates commitment to continuous learning, excellence in practice, and promotion of the profession of nursing. Statement on Diversity- Recognizing the rapidly increasing diversity of the United States of America and of higher education, and in support of Norfolk State University s mission to educate an ethically and culturally diverse student body, the nursing faculty and staff of the Department of Nursing and Allied Health are committed to promoting an educational environment that values, respects and reflects diversity. Diversity includes consideration of socio-economic class, gender, age, religious belief, social orientation and disabilities, as well as race and ethnicity. Recognizing and valuing diversity also means acknowledgement, appreciation, and support of different learning styles, ways of interaction and teaching methodologies. Revised: May 1989; December 1990; September 1991; May 1993; February 1995; May 1995; July 2000; May 2002; June 2002; June 2003; August 2003; Amended 1/07;Reviewed 6/07; 6/08, 4/09; 5/10; 5/11, 3/14 8

9 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM Learning Outcomes By the completion of the program, the Bachelor of Science degree prepares the graduates to: 1. Demonstrate safe, competent, evidenced based nursing care to individuals, families, groups, communities, and diverse populations by employing leadership concepts, skills, decision making, and professional accountability in a variety of settings. 2. Apply research findings, based on data, to promote quality and safety for the client, nurse, and healthcare team members, while proposing critical thinking questions based on evidenced based practice and processes that may improve current clinical practice. 3. Use appropriate interpersonal and communication skills to promote a culture of caring and safety which fosters disease prevention and health promotion. 4. Promote interprofessional collaboration by synthesizing theories from nursing, the natural and behavioral sciences, and the humanities to promote a culture of caring and safety, within simple to complex organizational systems. 5. Employ principles of quality improvement, health care policy, and fiscal-effectiveness to initiate both microsystem and/or system wide changes to incrementally improve the system and foster continuous capabilities for change. 6. Uses information management and innovative technology to develop and enable system changes. 7. Demonstrate effective leadership and management skills as a member of the health care team, utilizing an understanding of organizational structure, mission, vision, philosophy, and values. Revised: May 1989; January 1991; September 1991; May 1993; May 1995; May 2000; May 2002; Reviewed 5/2010; Revised 6/08,4/09; 5/11, 3/12, 8/12, 8/13, 3/14 9

10 CORE VALUES These core values reflect the values and beliefs held by the faculty, staff, and students of NSU Department of Nursing and Allied Health. Students are our top priority, and we are committed to fostering a student-centered environment. As we strive for excellence, we strive to exemplify all of the core values. COMPETENCE Exhibit knowledge of the nursing and allied health professions and demonstrates clinical expertise and safe practice when caring for diverse individuals and groups. Employ critical thinking in both didactic and clinical environments. Engage in activities that promote life-long learning. COMPASSION Demonstrate respect for human dignity. Exemplify a positive, caring attitude when interacting with others. Exhibit patience, empathy and sensitivity in a non-discriminatory manner. ACCOUNTABILITY Demonstrate self-direction and responsibility for own decisions, actions, and learning. Utilize resources in a responsible manner. Exhibit discipline in teaching and learning. INTEGRITY Promote privacy, confidentiality, and trustworthiness. Maintain personal, academic, and professional honesty to uphold the standards of professional nursing, the Department, the College, and the University. EXCELLENCE Establish high standards of performance in teaching, scholarship, and evidenced-based practice. Strive to meet and/or exceed these established standards. Exhibit creativity, perseverance, and innovation. Serve as a positive change agent. Engage the community and our strategic partners in the education and advancement of our students, while striving to enrich the communities we serve. Recognize the accomplishments of faculty, staff, students, and alumni. TEAMWORK Respect the diversity, unique talents, and perspectives of each team member. Demonstrate cooperativeness, flexibility and responsiveness to the needs of others. Promote open and honest communication among faculty, staff and students. Work diligently to meet team goals. Demonstrate a commitment to the profession of nursing, the Department, the College, and the University. Adopted 8/06; reviewed 8/08, 5/09, 5/10; 5/11; 8/13, 3/14 10

11 Traditional Baccalaureate Completion Program Admission Criteria Applications for the Traditional Completion program are open to all qualified students and competitive. Admission is not guaranteed. The general admission criteria are: Apply for nursing program here 1. Admission to the University on or before February 1st prior to the fall semester of desired entry into the nursing program. 2. Submission of a separate application for admission to the Department of Nursing and Allied Health on or before February first 1 st for August admission. 3. Receipt of official transcript(s) from previously attended college(s) and high school. 4. Completion of one algebra course, one general mathematics course, and one biology course with a lab (will accept high school). A minimum grade of C is required in each course or credit by examination (CLEP or ACT). 5. A cumulative grade point average of 2.8, and a C or above in the listed prerequisites courses or credit by examination (CLEP or ACT), all of which must be completed before the start of the Traditional Completion Nursing Program. 6. Students seeking admission to the Traditional Completion Program are required to complete the HESI A2 Entrance Exam. Students may receive information concerning the Pre-admission test registration process from the Admissions Coordinator. The acceptable score on the preadmission exam must be at or above the 75 th composite score. (For the 2015 cohorts - the previously used NLN preadmission exam will be considered- please see Admission Coordinator for criteria. After January 2016, the HESI A2 will be the only accepted Entrance Exam.) Prerequisite Courses Course Number Grade Credits Fall Semester, Year One IUL 101 Introduction to University Life 3 ENG 101 Communication 1 3 CHM 215 & CHM 215L Chemistry Lecture & Lab 4 CSC 150 Digital, Computer, & Telecommunications Elective 3 ENG 207, FIA-201, or MUS-301 Humanities Elective 3 Spring Semester, Year One Semester Total 16 ENG 102 Communication 2 3 MTH 250 Statistics 3 FSN 110 Nutrition 3 BIO 165 & BIO 165L Anatomy & Physiology I, Lecture & Lab 4 Fall Semester, Year Two Semester Total 13 ENG 299 Examination of Writing Competency 0 SCM 285 Oral Communication 3 ENG-383 or MUS-234 Cultural Perspective- Humanities 3 BIO 166 & BIO 166L Anatomy & Physiology II, Lecture & Lab 4 SOC-101, HIS-101, HIS-103, BUS 175, or ECN 200 Social Science Elective 3 Spring Semester, Year Two Semester Total 13 BIO 320 Pathophysiology 3 PSY 228 Human Growth & Development Psychology 3 BIO 163 & BIO 163L Microbiology Lecture & Lab 4 HRP-320, HIS-335, HIS-336, or HIS 371 Cultural Perspective- Social Science 3 Reviewed 7/2014 Semester Total 13 Total Prerequisite Credits 55 11

12 Completed /Grade NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Nursing and Allied Health Traditional Completion Nursing Program Name: ID#: Faculty Advisor: Entry to Program Expected Grad. Date: Course Number Course Name Credit Hours Notes First Semester Fall Semester NUR 300 Foundations of Professional Development 1 NUR 302/418 Theories & Conceptual Models for Nursing Practice 3 NUR 304 Nursing Informatics 2 NUR 322/415 Health Assessment 4 NUR 324 Competencies for Nursing Practice I 2 NUR 326 Nursing Pharmacology I 2 Total Semester Credits 14 Second Semester Spring Semester NUR 301 Nursing Politics, Politics, and Practice 2 NUR 332 Genetics and Genomics 2 NUR 342 Fundamentals of Nursing 2 NUR 342L Fundamentals of Nursing Lab 2 NUR 344 Competencies for Nursing Practice II 2 NUR 346 Nursing Pharmacology II 2 Total Semester Credits 12 Third Semester Summer Semester NUR 360 Nursing Care of Adults I 3 NUR 360L Nursing Care of Adults I Lab 2 NUR 461 Nursing Research Dimensions 3 Total Semester Credits 8 Fourth Semester Fall Semester NUR 440 Nursing Care of Adults II 3 NUR 440L Nursing Care of Adults II Lab 3 NUR 442 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing 2 NUR 442L Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing Lab 2 NUR 446 Nursing of Women and the Childbearing Family 2 NUR 446L Nursing of Women and the Childbearing Family Lab 2 NUR 485/NUR 485H Contemporary Issues in Nursing & Health care 3 Total Semester Credits 17 Fifth Semester Spring Semester NUR 450 Nursing of Children, Adolescents & Families 2 NUR 450L Nursing of Children, Adolescents & Families Lab 2 NUR 460 Adult Nursing III/Capstone 2 NUR 460L Adult Nursing III/Capstone Lab 1 NUR 490 Community Health Nursing 2 NUR 490L Community Health Nursing Lab 2 NUR 462/NUR Nursing Leadership & Management 3 462H NUR 495 Senior Synthesis 1 Total Semester Credits 15 Total Nursing Program Credits 66 Total Prerequisite Credits 55 Total Program Credits 121 Notes on Program o Once admitted to Traditional Nursing program, students progressing on-time will complete in 22 months. o Clinical hours may range from 6 hours to 12 hours per day dependent upon clinical. o Every effort will be made to have lecture and clinical held during weekdays, however some evening and/or weekend clinical arrangements may be necessary. o All students must participate in a minimum of 500 direct care and simulation hours (not to exceed 100 simulation hours) 12

13 (TRANSITIONAL) TRADITIONAL Baccalaureate Completion Program For Cohort Admitted Spring 2014-ONLY Admission Criteria Applications for the Traditional Completion program are open to all qualified students and competitive. Admission is not guaranteed. The general admission criteria are: Apply for nursing program here 1. Admission to the University on or before February 1st prior to the fall semester of desired entry into the nursing program. 2. Submission of a separate application for admission to the Department of Nursing and Allied Health on or before August first 1 st for January 2014 admission. 3. Receipt of official transcript(s) from previously attended college(s) and high school. 4. Completion of one algebra course, one general mathematics course, and one biology course with a lab (will accept high school). A minimum grade of C is required in each course or credit by examination (CLEP or ACT). 5. A cumulative grade point average of 2.8, and a C or above in the listed prerequisites courses or credit by examination (CLEP or ACT), all of which must be completed before the start of the Traditional Completion Nursing Program. 6. Students seeking admission to the Traditional Completion Program are required to complete the HESI A2 Entrance Exam. Students may receive information concerning the Pre-admission test registration process from the Admissions Coordinator. The acceptable score on the preadmission exam must be at or above the 75 th composite score. (For the 2015 cohorts and previous cohorts - the previously used NLN preadmission exam will be considered- please see Admission Coordinator for criteria. After January 2016, the HESI A2 will be the only accepted Entrance Exam.) Prerequisite Courses Course Number Grade Credits Fall Semester, Year One IUL 101 Introduction to University Life 3 ENG 101 Communication 1 3 CHM 215 & CHM 215L Chemistry Lecture & Lab 4 CSC 150 Digital, Computer, & Telecommunications Elective 3 ENG 207, FIA-201, or MUS-301 Humanities Elective 3 Spring Semester, Year One 13 Semester Total 16 ENG 102 Communication 2 3 MTH 250 Statistics 3 FSN 110 Nutrition 3 BIO 165 & BIO 165L Anatomy & Physiology I, Lecture & Lab 4 Fall Semester, Year Two Semester Total 13 ENG 299 Examination of Writing Competency 0 SCM 285 Oral Communication 3 ENG-383 or MUS-234 Cultural Perspective- Humanities 3 BIO 166 & BIO 166L Anatomy & Physiology II, Lecture & Lab 4 SOC-101, HIS-101, HIS-103, BUS 175, or ECN 200 Social Science Elective 3 Spring Semester, Year Two Semester Total 13 BIO 320 Pathophysiology 3 PSY 228 Human Growth & Development Psychology 3 BIO 163 & BIO 163L Microbiology Lecture & Lab 4 HRP-320, HIS-335, HIS-336, or HIS 371 Cultural Perspective- Social Science 3 Reviewed 7/2014 Semester Total 13 Total Prerequisite Credits 55

14 NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Nursing and Allied Health (TRANSITIONAL) TRADITIONAL BSN CURRICULUM (5 Semesters/24 months) For Cohort Admitted Spring 2014-ONLY Name: ID#: o Faculty Advisor: Entry to Program Expected Grad. Date: Completed/ Grade o Course Number Course Name Credit Hours Semester # 1 (Spring 2014) NUR 300 Foundations of Professional Development 1 NUR 302/418 Theories & Conceptual Models for Nursing Practice 3 NUR 304 Nursing Informatics 2 NUR 322/415 Health Assessment 4 NUR 324 Competencies for Nursing Practice I 2 NUR 326 Nursing Pharmacology I 2 Total Semester Credits 14 Semester # 2 (Summer 2014) NUR 342 Fundamentals of Nursing 2 NUR 342L Fundamentals of Nursing Lab 2 NUR 346 Nursing Pharmacology II level Cultural Perspectives Soc (Or other req course not complete) 0 (3) Total Semester Credits 6 (9) Semester #3, (Fall 2014) NUR 301 Nursing Politics, Politics, and Practice 2 NUR 344 Competencies for Nursing Practice II 2 NUR 360 Nursing Care of Adults I 3 NUR 360L Nursing Care of Adults I Lab 2 NUR 442 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing 2 NUR 442L Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing Lab 2 NUR 461/H Nursing Research Dimensions (w/honors) 3 Total Semester Credits 16 Semester #4, (Spring 2015) NUR 332 Genetics and Genomics 2 NUR 440 Nursing Care of Adults II 3 NUR 440L Nursing Care of Adults II Lab 3 NUR 446 Nursing of Women and the Childbearing Family 2 NUR 446L Nursing of Women and the Childbearing Family Lab 2 Contemporary Issues in Nursing & Health care NUR 485/H (w/honors)* 3 Total Semester Credits 15 Semester #5, (Fall 2015) NUR 450 Nursing of Children, Adolescents & Families 2 NUR 450L Nursing of Children, Adolescents & Families Lab 2 NUR 460 Adult Nursing III/Capstone 2 NUR 460L Adult Nursing III/Capstone Lab 1 NUR 490 Community Health Nursing 2 NUR 490L Community Health Nursing Lab 2 NUR 462/H Nursing Leadership & Management (w/honors) 3 NUR 495 Senior Synthesis 1 Total Semester Credits 15 Total Nursing Program Credits 66 Total Prerequisite Credits 55 Total Program Credits 121 *May participate with International Studies Travel (Cuba/Haiti) 14 Comments

15 Upper Level Baccalaureate Program (RN to BSN) Track Admission Criteria Admission to the Upper Level Baccalaureate Program in Nursing is competitive and open to all qualified applicants. The general admission requirements are: 1. Admission to the University prior to start of any semester. 2. Submission of a separate and complete application package for admission to the Department of Nursing and Allied Health after admission to the University and prior to start of semester in which desires to attend. 3. Receipt of official transcript(s) from previously attended college(s). Eligibility will be determined by the GPA from the most recent transcript. 4. Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia or Compact License. 5. Completion of one algebra course, one general mathematics course, one biology course with a lab and one chemistry course with a lab (will accept high school). A minimum grade of C is required in each course or credit by examination (CLEP or ACT). 6. Students with a GED must also show proof of all required courses listed in #5 above and a grade of C or above. If the student has not taken any of the required courses, student must take college level courses for which a grade of C or above can be awarded. 7. A cumulative grade point average of 2.5 and a course grade of C in the listed prerequisites courses. All prerequisite courses must be completed before the start of the RN-BSN Program. Pre-Requisite Courses for RN to BSN Program Track Course Number(s) Courses Credits IUL 101 Introduction to University Life 3 Liberal Education ENG 101/H, ENG 102/H Communication Skills 6 Mathematics MTH 101 or MTH 103 General Math (will accept HS general math) - MTH 102 or MTH 105 College Algebra (will accept HS algebra) - Natural Sciences Chemistry - CHM 215* & CHM 215L* (*will accept HS general chemistry for RN to BSN students only) BIO 165 & BIO 165L Anatomy & Physiology Part I & Lab 4 BIO 166 & BIO 166L Anatomy & Physiology Part II & Lab 4 BIO 163 & BIO 163L Microbiology in Health Science & Lab 4 Social Sciences PSY 228 Human Growth & Development Psychology 3 SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 CSC 150 Digital, Computer & Telecommunications 3 Total Prerequisite Credits Required 30 Credits for lower level Nursing Degree 37 Reviewed 10/2014 Total Prerequisite Credits 67 cr. Hrs. 15

16 NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Nursing & Allied Health Program of Study for Upper Level Baccalaureate (RN to BSN) Program of Study Name: ID#: Faculty Advisor: Entry to Program Expected Grad. Date: Course Number Course Name Credits Comments JUNIOR YEAR-First Semester MTH 250 Statistics 3 SCM 285 Principles of Speech 3 BIO 320 Pathophysiology 3 ENG 207; FIA 201; or MUS 301 Humanities 3 JUNIOR YEAR - Second Semester BUS 175; ECO 200; HIS 101; HIS 103; or SOC 101 ENG 383, MUS 234, HIS 335; HIS 336; HIS 371; or HRP 320 Total Semester Credits 12 Social Sciences 3 Cultural Perspectives POS 230 or ECN 211 American Public Policy or Economics 3 ENG 299 Examination of Writing Competency 0 SENIOR YEAR- First Semester Total Semester Credits 12 NUR 321 Multiculturalism/Bioethics 3 NUR 415 Health Assessment/Lab 4 NUR 418 Conceptual Models for Nursing 3 NUR 461 Nursing Research Dimensions 3 Free Elective ( Level) 3 Total Semester Credits 16 SENIOR YEAR- Second Semester NUR 435 Providing Complex Nursing Systems for Families & Groups 3 NUR 435L Providing Complex Nursing Systems for Families & Groups Lab 2 NUR 462 Nursing Leadership & Management 3 NUR 470 Professional Development Seminar 3 NUR 485 Contemporary Issues in Nursing and Health Care 3 Total Semester Credits 14 Reviewed 10/2014 Total Major Credits 54 Total Prerequisite Credits 67 Total Program Credits

17 Second Degree to BSN Accelerated Day Program Admission Criteria Effective May 2015 Cohort Application to the 2 nd Degree to BSN Accelerated Program is open to all qualified students and is highly competitive. Admission is not guaranteed. The general admission criteria are: 1. Completion of an undergraduate (baccalaureate) or higher degree prior to start of program. 2. Admission to the University by December 1st for May admission. 3. Submission of a separate application for admission to the Department of Nursing and Allied Health on or before December 1 st for May admission; August 1 st for January admission. 4. Receipt of official transcript(s) from previously attended college(s), universities and high school. Eligibility will be determined by the GPA from the most recent transcript. 5. A cumulative grade point average of 2.8, and a course grade of C or above in the listed prerequisites courses or credit by examination (CLEP or ACT). All of these requirements must be completed before the start of the 2 nd Degree Accelerated Program. 6. Enrollment in Nursing 153 the semester before anticipated admission. 7. Students seeking admission to the Second Degree Accelerated program are required to complete the HESI A2 Entrance Exam. Students may receive information concerning the Pre-admission test registration process from the Admissions Coordinator. The acceptable score on the preadmission exam must be at or above the 75 th composite score. (For the 2015 cohorts - the previously used NLN preadmission exam will be considered- please see Admission Coordinator for criteria. After January 2016, the HESI A2 will be the only accepted Entrance Exam.) Prerequisite Courses Course Number(s) Courses Grade Credit Hours Tier 1 General Ed Requirement IUL 101 University Foundations 3 ENG 101/H Communication Skills I 3 ENG 102/H Communication Skills II 3 SCM 285/H Principles of Speech 3 MTH 102* or MTH 105* Algebra (*Will accept HS) - Tier 2 General Ed Requirement ENG 207; FIA 301; or MUS 301 Humanities 3 CHM 215 & CHM 215L Natural Sciences 4 BIO 100 & BIO 100L* Natural Sciences (*Will accept HS) - BUS 175; ECO 200; HIS 101; 3 Social Sciences HIS 103; or SOC 101 CSC 150 Digital, Computer, & Telecomm. 3 Tier 3 General Ed Requirement ENG 383, MUS 234, HIS 335; HIS 336; HIS 371 or Cultural Perspectives 6 HRP 320 Nursing Program Requirement BIO 165 & BIO 165L Anatomy & Physiology Part I & Lab 4 BIO 166 & BIO 166L Anatomy & Physiology Part II & Lab 4 BIO 163 & BIO 163L Microbiology in Health Science & Lab 4 BIO 320 Pathophysiology 3 FSN 110 The Science of Human Nutrition 3 PSY 228 Human Growth & Dev. Psychology 3 MTH 250 Statistics 3 NUR 153 Fundamental Pharmacological Skills 4 Total Prerequisite Credits Required 59 Transfer Credits for Prior Degree 10 Total Prerequisite Credits 69 Reviewed 10/

18 NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Nursing and Allied Health Second Degree Accelerated Day Program of Study Name: ID#: Faculty Advisor: Entry to Program Expected Grad. Date: Completed /Grade Course Number Course Name Credit Hours Summer Semester NUR 362 Essentials of Nursing 4 NUR 362L Essentials of Nursing Lab 2 NUR 415 Health Assessment 4 NUR 418 Theories & Conceptual Models for Nursing Practice 3 Total Semester Credits 13 Fall Semester NUR 321 Multiculturalism/Bioethics 3 NUR 419 Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups 5 NUR 419L Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups Lab 5 NUR 444 Nursing Systems for Adults 3 ENG 299 Examination of Writing Competency 0 Total Semester Credits 16 Spring Semester NUR 429 Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups 3 NUR 429L Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups Lab 5 NUR 485 Contemporary Issues in Nursing and Health Care 3 NUR 461 Nursing Research Dimensions 3 NUR 462 Nursing Leadership/ Management 3 Total Semester Credits 17 Summer Semester NUR 470 Nursing Seminar in Professional Development 3 NUR 475 Nursing Process Seminar 3 Total Semester Credits 6 Total Nursing Course Credits 52 Total Prerequisite Credits 69 Total credits for degree 121 Comments o o o o o Program Notes Students progressing on-time will complete the Accelerated Day program in 15 months. Clinical hours may range from 6 hours to 12 hours per day dependent upon clinical. Every effort will be made to have lecture and clinical held during weekdays, however some evening and/or weekend clinical arrangements may be necessary. All students must participate in a minimum of 500 direct care and simulation hours (not to exceed 100 simulation hours) Didactic classes may be held at the main campus in Norfolk or at the NSU Virginia Beach Higher Education Center. 18

19 Second Degree to BSN Accelerated Evening/Weekend Program Admission Criteria Effective January 2015 Cohort Applications to the 2 nd Degree to BSN Accelerated Program are open to all qualified students and is highly competitive. Admission is not guaranteed. The general admission criteria are: 1. Completion of an undergraduate (baccalaureate) or higher degree prior to start of program. 2. Admission to the University by August 1 st for January admission. 3. Submission of a separate application for admission to the Department of Nursing and Allied Health on or before August 1 st for January admission. 4. Receipt of official transcript(s) from previously attended college(s) and high school. Eligibility will be determined by the GPA from the most recent transcript. 5. A cumulative grade point average of 2.8, and a course grade of C or above in the listed prerequisites courses or credit by examination (CLEP or ACT). All prerequisite courses must be completed before the start of the 2 nd Degree Accelerated Program. 6. Enrollment in Nursing 153 the semester before anticipated admission. 7. Students seeking admission to the Second Degree Accelerated program are required to complete the HESI A2 Entrance Exam. Students may receive information concerning the Pre-admission test registration process from the Admissions Coordinator. The acceptable score on the preadmission exam must be at or above the 75 th composite score. (For the 2015 cohorts - the previously used NLN preadmission exam will be considered- please see Admission Coordinator for criteria. After January 2016, the HESI A2 will be the only accepted Entrance Exam.) Prerequisite Courses Course Number(s) Courses Grade Credit Hours Tier 1 General Ed Requirement IUL 101 University Foundations 3 ENG 101/H Communication Skills I 3 ENG 102/H Communication Skills II 3 SCM 285/H Principles of Speech 3 MTH 102* or MTH 105* Algebra (*Will accept HS) - Tier 2 General Ed Requirement ENG 207; FIA 301; or MUS 301 Humanities 3 CHM 215 & CHM 215L Natural Sciences 4 BIO 100 & BIO 100L* Natural Sciences (*Will accept HS) - BUS 175; ECO 200; HIS 101; 3 Social Sciences HIS 103; or SOC 101 CSC 150 Digital, Computer, & Telecomm. 3 Tier 3 General Ed Requirement ENG 383, MUS 234, HIS 335; HIS 336; HIS 371 or HRP 320 Cultural Perspectives 6 Nursing Program Requirement BIO 165 & BIO 165L Anatomy & Physiology Part I & Lab 4 BIO 166 & BIO 166L Anatomy & Physiology Part II & Lab 4 BIO 163 & BIO 163L Microbiology in Health Science & Lab 4 BIO 320 Pathophysiology 3 FSN 110 The Science of Human Nutrition 3 PSY 228 Human Growth & Dev. Psychology 3 MTH 250 Statistics 3 NUR 153 Fundamental Pharmacological Skills 4 Total Prerequisite Credits Required 59 Transfer Credits for Prior Degree 10 Total Prerequisite Credits 69 Reviewed 10/

20 o o o o o NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Nursing and Allied Health Second Degree Accelerated Evening/Weekend Program of Study Name: ID#: Faculty Advisor: Entry to Program Expected Grad. Date: Completed /Grade Course Number Course Name Credit Hours Spring Semester NUR 362 Essentials of Nursing 4 NUR 362L Essentials of Nursing Lab 2 NUR 415 Health Assessment 4 NUR 418 Theories & Conceptual Models for Nursing Practice 3 Total Semester Credits 13 Summer Semester NUR 321 Multiculturalism/Bioethics 3 NUR 419A Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups 2 NUR 419C Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups Lab 2 Fall Semester Total Semester Credits 7 NUR 419B Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups 3 NUR 419D Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups Lab 3 NUR 444 Nursing Systems for Adults 3 NUR 461 Nursing Research Dimensions 3 ENG 299 Examination of Writing Competency 0 2 nd Spring Semester Total Semester Credits 12 NUR 429A Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups 2 NUR 429C Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups Lab 3 NUR 485 Contemporary Issues in Nursing and Health Care 3 NUR 462 Nursing Leadership/ Management 3 Total Semester Credits 11 Summer Session I NUR 429B Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups 1 NUR 429D Providing Nursing Systems for Individuals & Small Groups Lab 2 NUR 470 Nursing Seminar in Professional Development 3 Total Semester Credits 6 Summer Session II NUR 475 Nursing Process Seminar 3 Total Nursing Course Credits 52 Comments Total Prerequisite Credits 69 Total credits for degree 121 Program Notes Students progressing on-time will complete the Evening/Weekend program in 18 months. Classes may be scheduled Mondays Thursday varying between 4:00pm-10:30pm and clinical courses may be scheduled on Saturdays varying between 6am-11pm. Clinical hours may range from 6 hours to 12 hours per day dependent upon clinical. All students must participate in a minimum of 500 direct care and simulation hours (not to exceed 100 simulation hours) Didactic classes may be held at the main campus in Norfolk or at the NSU Virginia Beach Higher Education Center. 20