GRADUATE PROGRAM INFORMATION, GUIDE, AND APPLICATION 2018 Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty Track

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1 GRADUATE PROGRAM INFORMATION, GUIDE, AND APPLICATION 2018 Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty Track Dr. Linda Wallace, Dean of IU Kokomo School of Nursing Dr. Mary P. Bourke, Assistant Dean of Graduate Program For questions contact: Send Applications to: IU Kokomo School of Nursing Graduate Program 2300 S. Washington Street Kokomo, IN Or fax to: 765/

2 INDIANA UNIVERSITY KOKOMO SCHOOL OF NURSING Welcome to Indiana University Kokomo and the School of Nursing. The faculty, staff, and administration consider it an honor and privilege to serve the educational needs of the community at the graduate level. The school is committed to providing a quality education by experienced, well-educated faculty-experts in their field. The Master s program has been designed to prepare the graduate for advanced professional practice using contemporary curriculum as a guide. Meticulous planning and attention to detail has resulted in an outstanding program to prepare graduate level nurses for practice in the twenty first century. Nurse Practitioner Track The goal of the Family Nurse Practitioner specialty track is to provide our region with primary healthcare providers (FNP) to facilitate access and quality healthcare services to underserved populations. The purpose of the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) track is to prepare nurses with advanced knowledge and skills to practice as a primary healthcare provider. Advanced Practice Nurses are needed to meet the growing regional demand for health care, as well as address critical shortages of primary care providers. These nurses will provide and enhance access to health care for the community, improving the delivery of health care in the Indiana regional areas, and ultimately, the health of its citizens. They will also serve in leadership and administrative roles, as well as implement changes in the health care delivery system. The Family Nurse Practitioner specialty track is considered a primary healthcare provider and is educated and trained to provide a broad range of health care services including the following: taking a patient's history, performing a physical exam, and ordering laboratory tests and procedures. In addition, their practice includes diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases; as well as, writing prescriptions and coordinating referrals. The Family Nurse Practitioner also focuses on disease prevention and promotion of healthy lifestyles. The Family Nurse Practitioner specialty track is a 42 credit hour curriculum. Students will begin their study with classroom-based didactic courses in a hybrid format, building the theoretical and contextual background necessary for advanced nursing practice. To educate and prepare future FNP s for the role of primary healthcare provider we will provide a training environment (lab) for teaching, learning, and practice. This lab will provide a safe environment to educate and train FNP students prior to their clinical immersion with real patients. Students will progress to didactic courses with clinical components to include 75 practice hours per semester. Note: The final didactic clinical course includes a mandatory 375 practice hours as a primary care provider. We aim to offer all core classes (except practicums/clinical/lab experiences) Thursdays from 1:00 pm to 7:30. Clinical practice hours will be scheduled based on availability of practice sites. (See FNP Course Schedule on page 6) Indiana University Kokomo School of Nursing Mission Indiana University Kokomo School of Nursing strives to be the institution of choice for baccalaureate and higher education, known for its excellence in preparing nurses who positively impact the nursing profession and health and wellness of the residents of North Central Indiana. We accomplish this through engagement in scholarly activities and delivery of high quality academic programs, continuing education, and relevant community involvement. The mission of the IU Kokomo School of Nursing MSN-FNP track is to provide and enhance access to health care for the community, ultimately improving the health of the citizens of north central Indiana. Reflective of the faculty commitment to professional nursing, students are presented with opportunities for community involvement, professional engagement, and lifelong learning. 2

3 Indiana University Kokomo Application for Master of Science in Nursing Last name First Middle Other Names Used Street Address City State Zip Code Student ID if Previous IU Grad Male Female ( ) ( ) Month Day Year County Home Phone Number Work Phone Number Birthdate Term for which you are applying Spring 2018 Residency (please answer all questions): What is your state of legal residence? How long have you lived at your current address? Is this also your mailing address? Do you anticipate a new address prior to enrollment? How long in the immediate past have you lived in Indiana? What is your citizenship status? (please check one) U U.S. Citizen P Permanent Resident (holder of Green Card) Ethnic Information (optional 1 ) A Asian or Pacific Islander Admissions for specific information. B Black or African-American C Hispanic or Latino I American Indian or Alaskan Native W White X Multiracial Admission to the Indiana University Kokomo School of Nursing master's program requires approval by the faculty and is based on the applicant s qualifications as evidenced by grade point average, admission essay, official transcripts, references, etc. Acceptance into the program is competitive. Residents of Howard and adjacent counties may be given preference in the admission process. Have you been convicted of a felony or have you engaged in behavior that resulted in injury to a person(s) or personal property 2? Yes No The following criteria must be met for unconditional admission: 1. Undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0* or higher on a 4.0 scale from an NLNAC, CCNE, ACEN or CNEA accredited program. Students who apply to the IU Kokomo MSN program who have graduated from an undergraduate nursing program that does not use/report grade point average (GPA) will be considered for admission if they meet all other criteria and their transcripts contain other indicators of academic success such as dean s list, academic honors, and grades from other degree programs, etc. Additional considerations for admission include the following: nursing experience, nursing leadership, writing skill, personal reference recommendations. 2. Copy of current Indiana RN license: Current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Indiana. Applicant must also complete a form statement attesting that there is no action pending or have been taken against their licensure in Indiana or any other state they currently hold or have held a license to practice nursing or other healthcare profession years recent, relevant experience required. (Medical/surgical, ICU, ER, etc.) 4. All applicants must submit evidence of having completed a 3 credit (16-week semester) undergraduate (300 or 400 level) or higher statistics course with a B- (80%) or higher grade by the application deadline. 5. A master's level statistics course is required to graduate from the FNP track. The course may be taken prior (within the last five years) to applying or within the plan of study. 6. Essential abilities: Applicants must agree to the essential abilities policy of the School of Nursing. The policy states that students must demonstrate essential abilities in a variety of areas (judgment, neurological function, emotional coping skills, intellectual/conceptual skills, and other behavioral attributes) as well as meeting all progression criteria. 7. Computer skills: Verification of ability to use computer technologies including accessing, retrieving, receiving, and communicating information. 8. Criminal background check: Applicants must provide verification of a federal criminal background check per program requirements. (See instructions) 9. Submit an Official College Transcript (Degree granting and graduate courses, if applicable). 10. Submission of the following: a. Essay: a two-page essay is required (see instructions). b. References: Applicants must provide three professional references (one from your supervisor) who can speak to your clinical expertise & leadership. They must be included with your application. See form on last page. c. CV/Resume 11. Application Fee of $40 List colleges/universities, dates attended, and degree earned. Please include any IU Campus Ethnic information is gathered in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, and is requested in reports required by the U.S. Department of Education. However, applicants are not required to answer questions about ethnic origin and refusal to answer will not affect admission. The policy of Indiana University regarding admission to programs prohibits discrimination on the basis of ethnic origin, race, sex, religion, or handicap. Any information given by the applicant will be kept confidential. 2 Criminal Activity Disclosure: Indiana University is committed to maintaining a safe environment for all members of the university community. As a part of this commitment, Indiana University requires all applicants who have been convicted of a felony or who have engaged in behavior that results in injury to person(s) or personal property to disclose this information as a mandatory step in the application process. A previous conviction or previous conduct does not automatically bar admission to Indiana University, but it does require review. Complete information must be sent to the IU Kokomo School of Nursing Office at PO Box 9003, 2300 N. Washington Street, Kokomo, IN

4 I certify that the information submitted in this application is correct and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the completion of this application does not constitute formal admission and that I am responsible for initiating regular application procedures for continued enrollment at Indiana University. Address Applicant s Signature Date Cell Phone Family Nurse Practitioner Track Admission Essay You are required to write a two-page maximum essay as part of the admissions process. Within the essay you are to address the following: 1. The mission of Indiana University Kokomo is to promote diversity within our region; and to that end, articulate how you will contribute to diversity at IU Kokomo. * 2. Tell us about experiences in your past that will prepare you to care for diverse populations. 3. Describe your plans for future FNP practice. 4. What do you want us to know about yourself? 5. Give an example of how you work under pressure. 6. If a fellow colleague were asked about your strengths and weaknesses what would they say? 7. The Family Nurse Practitioner track will be a very intense and rigorous academic program. How will you juggle your responsibilities such as work, family and other responsibilities? *The concept of diversity includes the following dimensions: race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, physical abilities, and religious beliefs. Send completed applications by July 1 st to: IU Kokomo School of Nursing Graduate Program 2300 S. Washington Street Kokomo, IN Or fax to: 765/ Criminal Background Check: The official IU site for students to use: For questions about the application process contact: Stephanie Graves at gravesst@iuk.edu Office: KE 309, Phone: 765/ , fax: 765/ You will be notified by July 30 th if you were accepted. NOTE: A 3 credit hour undergraduate statistics course is required for admission. If you do not have an undergraduate statistics course, if accepted you will be required to take the course fall of R505 Measurement and Data Analysis (graduate level statistics) is required prior to entry or during your FNP course of study. 4

5 Spring 2018 Semester 1 Y515 Pathophysiology (3 cr. Hrs) N504 Leadership for Advanced Nursing Practice (3 cr hrs) R505 Measurement and Data Analysis (If not taken before entering the program.) Spring 2019 Semester 4 R500 Research Methods (3 cr hrs) NURS-J 595 Primary Care (PC) I: ACUTE ILLNESS PROCESSES (3 credit hrs: 2 didactic, 1 clinical for F.N.P. majors: 75 practice hours) Spring 2020 Semester 7 NURS-F 578 Primary Health Care of Families Clinical (6 credit hrs: 2 didactic, 4 clinical for F.N.P majors: 375 practice hrs.) Summer 2018 Semester 2 N502 Nursing Theory (3 cr. Hrs) Y535- Dynamics of Family Health Care (3 cr. hrs) Summer 2019 Semester 5 R 590 Scholarly Project (3 cr. Hrs) NURS-J 595 Primary Care (PC) II: ACUTE & STABLE CHRONIC ILLNESS PROCESSES (3 credit hrs: 2 didactic, 1 clinical for F.N.P. majors: 75 practice hours) Fall 2018 Semester 3 F570 Assessment of Individuals, Families, and Communities (3 cr hrs) Y612 Pharmacology (3 cr. Hrs) Fall 2019 Semester 6 Y620- Advanced Primary Care and Office management procedures (3 cr. Hrs) NURS-J 595 Primary Care (PC) III: CHRONIC & COMPLEX ILLNESS PROCESSES (3 credit hrs: 2 didactic, 1 clinical for F.N.P. majors: 75 practice hours) Thank you for your interest in IU Kokomo School of Nursing Graduate Program. Dr. Linda Wallace, Dean of IU Kokomo School of Nursing Dr. Mary P. Bourke, Assistant Dean of Graduate Program For questions about the application process contact: Stephanie Graves at gravesst@iuk.edu Office: KE 309, Phone: 765/ , fax: 765/

6 IU Kokomo School of Nursing Graduate Program KE S. Washington Street Kokomo, IN PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY Applicants Full Name: Recommenders Name: TO THE RECOMMENDER: This applicant is submitting an application for admission into the Family Nurse Practitioner graduate program at Indiana University Kokomo and has requested that your evaluation be included as part of the information on which the admissions committee will base its decision. We encourage your honesty regarding this students potential to be successful in a Family Nurse Practitioner graduate program. When completed please send via to gravesst@iuk.edu or fax: 765/ How long have you known this applicant and in what capacity? 2. Personal and professional appraisal: (Please check the appropriate box for each category). Intellectual Capability Very Strong Strong Average Below Average N/A Leadership Potential Ability to work well with people Ability to work independently Initiative/Self-Discipline Maturity Interpersonal Skills Analytical Skills Communication Skills Writing Skills Verbal Skills Computer Skills Please note any strengths and/or weaknesses of the applicant and his/her potential for succeeding in a rigorous academic environment and clinical expertise and leadership. (Please print or attach on separate sheet). 6