Wheeling Jesuit University (Department of Nursing)

Welcome to the Wheeling Jesuit University (WJU) Department of Nursing. We are excited to have you visit WJU, where the Department of Nursing has been a vital program since its inception in 1976. The first nurses graduated with a BSN in 1980, and since then we have produced a remarkable cadre of nurses. 1. BSN Program This baccalaureate program prepares graduates to apply to take the examination to license them as registered nurses. The program also lays the foundation for graduate school so that graduates, if they choose, may continue their education to become nurse practitioners, educators, researchers and other specialists. Employers actively seek our graduates, many of whom work in intensive care units and other specialty care areas after graduation. One reason that makes our graduates attractive to employers is that many of them elect to become certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as students. Another reason is that the program has achieved high pass rates on recent national licensing exams. Twice in the past decade, 100 percent of WJU graduates have passed the exam on the first attempt. 2. RN-BSN Program Especially designed for the motivated adult learner and working registered nurse, this program is available through a distance format. Upon completion, this program awards the nurse the baccalaureate degree and thus the opportunity for advancement in nursing. The courses are available online with students traveling to campus an average of once or twice a semester. 3. RN-MSN Programs At the completion of this program, the graduate achieves both the BSN degree and the MSN degree. The student may elect any of the three MSN tracks listed below. 4. MSN Programs A. Nursing Administration This MSN program is designed to enhance the graduate’s knowledge in both nursing and administration since many management positions expect the nurse to be both a clinician and a manager. This program is offered in a distance format. B. Nursing Education Specialist This MSN program is for nurses interested in teaching in an academic setting or in a health care agency. Offered through a distance format, this program is designed to enhance both nursing and education knowledge and skills. C. Family Nurse Practitioner The graduate of this MSN program is prepared to apply to take a national certifying examination in the area of family nurse practitioner. Courses are offered in a distance format. Clinical is arranged on campus and in primary care sites and clinics. 668 clinical hours are required. MISSION The Department of Nursing, an integral part of Wheeling Jesuit University, seeks to fulfill the Jesuit tradition of educational excellence and service to others. The mission of the Department of Nursing is to provide baccalaureate and graduate nursing education and service to the community. Through an integrated program of classroom and clinical practice, the graduate is prepared as a professional nurse to promote health/wellness in a variety of settings. GOALS To provide the following educational programs: * A baccalaureate program which prepares graduates to enter professional nursing and fnction competently at the entry level. A baccalaurate program which is accessible to registered nurses n the community and builds upon their knowledge. * A graduate program which enhances the graduate's skills and ability to contribute to nursing knowledge. * To serve the campus community, the local community, and the nursing community.

advertise here?

School name: Wheeling Jesuit University (Department of Nursing)
Address: 316 Washington Avenue, Donahue Hall
Zip & city: WV 26003 Wheeling
Phone: (304) 243 - 2215
Web: http://www.wju.edu/academics/nur/
Email: Click here to email this school

---

Back to: » West Virginia nursing schools » Nursing schools

Sponsored by: » French language » Learn French