Cover Sheet: Request 10219

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1 Cover Sheet: Request RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing Info Process Status Submitter Created Updated Description Program Modify Platform Ugrad/Pro Pending Kiley,Cecile D [email protected] 4/20/ :59:47 AM 4/20/ :07:17 PM Provides expanded access to new audiences across the State of Florida while alleviating the capacity constraints that currently limiting the number of admissions in the College of Nursing. Actions Step Status Group User Comment Updated Department Approved NUR - Nursing Haddad, Linda 4/20/ College Approved NUR - College Haddad, Linda 4/20/2015 of Nursing University Curriculum Committee Pending 4/20/2015 UF Online Office of the Registrar OIPR Notified Student Academic Support System Catalog College Notified PV - University Curriculum Committee (UCC)

2 Modify the Delivery Platform of an Undergraduate Program This form should be used to offer an existing undergraduate major or minor through UF Online. Instructions for completing and submitting this form begin on the last page. Major or Minor to Be Offered through UF Online 1. Name Bachelors of Science in Nursing 2. Maj/Min Code NR 3. Effective Term Spring Effective Year Differences from Residential Program The online RN to BSN program is designed to enhance the knowledge of post licensure registered nurses beyond the clinical aspects of nursing. Focus is on evidence based practice, patient safety, and technology integration, as well as healthcare systems and policies. The program requires a minimum of 48 hours of mentor guided clinical experience in a qualified community health services setting, such as a public health department or clinic. Additionally a capstone of 225 hours of precepted clinical application is required. 5. Pedagogical Rationale/Justification Provides expanded access to new audiences across the State of Florida while alleviating the capacity constraints that currently limiting the number of admissions in the College of nursing. Transforms education by capitalizing on the talents of life long learners, those seeking professional enhancements, and degree completion. 6. Impact on Existing Residential and UF Online Programs There is little to no impact expected on the existing residential and UF Online programs. Prepare a document showing the proposed catalog copy. Request to Modify Program Delivery Platform Revised 1/14/2015 UF, Academic Affairs

3 Instructions Please note: this form should be used to offer an existing undergraduate major or minor through UF Online. Major or Minor to Be Offered through UF Online 1. Enter the name of the major or minor. 2. Enter the two or three letter code that identifies the major or minor in the student information system. 3. Enter the term (semester and year) at which the program should first be offered through UF Online. Differences from Residential Program 4. Describe any differences in curriculum between the proposed online program and the existing residential program. Pedagogical Rationale/Justification 5. Describe the rationale for offering the program through UF Online. Impact on Existing Residential and UF Online Programs 6. Describe any potential impact on the existing residential program, other residential programs, and other UF Online programs, including changes in enrollment, increased or decreased need for general education or common prerequisite courses, or increased or decreased need for required or elective courses. Request to Modify Program Delivery Platform Revised 1/14/2015 UF, Academic Affairs

4 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING RN-BSN Track Program for Registered Nurses - RN to BSN The College of Nursing offers a course of study for associate degree registered nurses (RN) to earn a baccalaureate degree in nursing. The program is designed for working nurses and can be completed in 5 semesters of primarily online part time study. RN to BSN students will earn 30 upper level credit hours based upon current RN licensure and by completion of a professional portfolio at the end of 3 rd semester. The baccalaureate prepared nurse is equipped to manage complex and changing healthcare environments of the future. Course work focuses on development of problem solving that will broaden and strengthen the registered nurse student s preparation for professional nursing practice. A current unencumbered Florida registered nurse license is required in addition to the criteria for enrollment in the college s undergraduate nursing courses. Minimum Application Requirements (In addition to meeting all UF Transfer Admission Requirements): Associate of Science degree in nursing from an ACEN (formerly NLNAC) accredited program. Active, unencumbered Florida RN license An overall GPA of at least 2.8. A grade of C or better in all required pre-professional courses. Resume/curriculum vitae Two professional reference from persons familiar with your recent work A statement of intent, that does not exceed two typed (double-spaced) pages that discuss your expectations of the BSN program and your goals Curriculum Plan for RN to BSN Studies Semester 1 NUR 3xxx Professional Nursing in the Evolving Healthcare System 3 NUR 3xxxC Comprehensive Health Assessment 3 Semester 2 NUR 3xxx Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 4 NUR 3826 Legal & Ethical Issues in Nursing

5 Semester 3 NUR 3197 Genetics & Genomics in Nursing Practice 2 NUR 3169 Inquiry & Evidence in Professional Nursing Practice 3 NUR xxxx Seminar in Professional Nursing 1 6 Semester 4 NUR xxxx Community Health Nursing 4 NUR 4837 Healthcare Policy, Finance, & Regulatory Environments 2 Semester 5 NUR 4829 Principles of Leadership and Management in Nursing 2 NUR 4944L Transition to Professional Practice 5 Total 7 Subtotal (upper division) 31 Subtotal (credit by portfolio) 30 Total (upper division) 61 Total (Associates degreelower division) 60 Total for Degree