Nursing
7. Assessment of the Patient It is recommended that all transfer-challenge students take Nursing Assessment of the Patient-Theory and Clinical; however, students may challenge these courses by examination if they feel they have a knowledge of the course content. Comparable courses will be evaluated for transfer credit.
experiences and the number of credits that have been transferred. These credits must be successfully completed prior to enrollment in any other clinical nursing course. Courses (NURS) NURS 112 - Introduction to Professional Nursing This course will introduce the student to professional nursing care of diverse and vulnerable populations across the globe. Course discussion will include the history, education, practice roles, national and state standards of practice and caring ministry of the Christian professional nurse. Restriction(s): May not be Freshman class. Note(s): This course is required for admission into the clinical nursing program. Credit(s): 1. NURS 204 - Essentials of Clinical Nursing Pharmacology Use of the nursing process in the administration of medication. Corequisite(s): 217, 218, 219. Note(s): Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Credit(s): 2. NURS 211 - Nursing of the Patient/Family I - Theory First of three core courses on medical-surgical nursing care of diverse populations. Introduces the student to pathophysiology of disease, the evidence-based knowledge and skill needed for quality nursing patient care, and for nursing as Christian ministry. Corequisite(s): 212, 213, 306, 307. Note(s): Acceptance into the clinical nursing program required. Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Fee: $90. Credit(s): 3. NURS 212 - Nursing of the Patient/Family I - Clinical Clinical application of NURS 211 content. Corequisite(s): 211, 213, 306, 307. Note(s): Graded on a credit/no credit basis. Must earn at least a “C” (2.00) for credit. Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Fee: $40. Credit(s): 3. NURS 213 - Nursing of the Patient/Family I - Nursing Application Lab Simulation and skills laboratory practice required for NURS 212 clinical application. Corequisite(s): 211, 212, 306, 307. Note(s): Graded on a credit/no credit basis. Must earn at least 80% on lab exams to receive credit. Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Credit(s): 1. NURS 217 - Nursing of the Patient/Family II - Theory Second of three core courses on medical-surgical nursing care of diverse populations. Expands student learning of disease pathophysiology and the evidence-based knowledge, applied reasoning and skill needed for quality and Christian nursing care. Prerequisite(s): 211, 306. Corequisite(s): 204, 218, 219. Note(s): Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Fee: $90. Credit(s): 4. NURS 218 - Nursing of the Patient/Family II - Clinical Clinical application of NURS 217 theory, reasoning and skill. Corequisite(s): 204, 217, 219. Note(s): Graded on a credit / no credit basis. Must earn at least a “C” (2.00) for credit. Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Fee: $40. Credit(s): 3.
Nursing Assessment of the Patient - Theory Nursing Assessment of the Patient - Clinical
NURS 306
Credit(s): 2.
NURS 307
Credit(s): 1.
8. Challenge Process Following notification of acceptance into the Department of Nursing, the candidate may begin the challenge process. The process consists of examination with theory and clinical components. Contact the Department of Nursing for specific details. Candidates for the challenge process have the option of scheduling the examinations in such a way that if unsuccessful, subsequent enrollment in the course is possible. Course credit will be granted upon successful completion of the challenge exam. Courses may be challenged one time only. 9. Profession-Specific Policies For specific policies related to Associate Degree Registered Nurses, see below. It is highly recommended that the LVN proceed through the traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program. However, for the LVN / LPN to RN option for NCLEX preparation only, contact the Department of Nursing. Additional Policies Registered Nurse and Students Transferring from RN Programs 1. Applicant Criteria Applicants must meet one or more of the following criteria: A. Hold current licensure in the United States. B. Be a graduate of an accredited program. C. Must have one year of full-time work experience as an RN or have graduated from an ADN program within the last year. 2. Portfolios Placement of students and course credit is based upon individual portfolio evaluation. The portfolio will consist of: nursing course outlines, official transcripts, references from two nursing faculty members (one from last year of nursing courses), one work recommendation from an immediate supervisor, and an educational and work résumé. The portfolio evaluation fee is $300. 3. Candidate Requirements All candidates will take a minimum of 5 upper-division nursing courses, including the writing competency requirement, designed to facilitate socialization into baccalaureate professional nursing. These credits will be taken during the first year following acceptance into the clinical nursing program. The content will vary with individual needs, depending upon prior education
NURS 219 - Nursing of the Patient/Family II - Nursing Application Lab
Simulation and skills laboratory practice necessary for NURS 218 clinical application. Corequisite(s): 204, 217, 218. Note(s): Graded on a credit/no credit basis. Must earn at least 80% on
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