Northeastern State University (Nursing Program)

Nursing offers a 30 credit hour upper-division program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree for licensed registered nurses. The mission of the program is to provide educational mobility for associate degree and diploma prepared nurses and to provide preparation for graduate education in nursing. The curriculum, designed to build on the students’ previous education and experience, prepares nurses for professional nursing practice. Major areas of emphasis include family nursing, community health, leadership, and research. Graduates are prepared to provide primary health care in diverse settings; to provide education to individuals, families, and community groups; and to continue lifelong learning.

The minimum time required to complete the program is one academic year (one 8 week semester and two 16 week semesters), provided the student meets all other Nursing admission and University graduation requirements. Students working full-time typically complete the program in 4-6 semesters (two academic years). Students may take a maximum of five academic years to complete the program after enrolling in nursing courses with field experiences. On-site and video-conferenced nursing classes meet every two weeks (3- 4 clock hours) with instructor directed learning activities during the interim weeks (3-4 clock hours), originate at the Muskogee campus, and are offered at select distant sites through various distance education means. All nursing courses may be completed through an online option. The class schedules address the needs of many RNs who work full-time and attend school part-time. Four courses contain one credit hour arranged field experiences (64 clock hours). Arranged field experiences are usually scheduled during the weekday and conducted in the general area of the students’ residences. Independent nursing studies (1-2 credit hours) are available to address specific interests and elective hour needs.

Northeastern State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504, 800-621-7440. All programs offered by the University are approved by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and by the Regional University System of Oklahoma. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006, 212-363-5555 ext. 153. The NLNAC is a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. The tuition costs published in the semester course schedules and/or university catalog are generally less than those of comprehensive state and nearby out-of-state universities. Membership in Zeta Delta Chapter-At-Large of Sigma Theta Tau International, the honor society of nursing, is available to eligible students.

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Nursing Program Courses

PROFESSIONAL NURSING ROLE
Professional Nursing Role explores essential attributes and competencies of the professional nursing role that are requisite to address current and future challenges to nursing and health care related to nursing and nursing care.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT
Health Assessment focuses on wholistic health assessment of patients using Gordon's Function Health Patterns as an organizing framework. Current issues in professional nursing practice related to nursing process are included.

FAMILY HEALTH NURSING
Family Health Nursing promotes family health nursing practice during the life span. The focus of nursing care is on the holistic health promotion of the patient while in the family context.

COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
Community Mental Health Nursing integrates current mental health knowledge, theory, and research relevant to nursing practice with individuals, families, and communities. Designed to evaluate community mental health issues and to expand professional practice.

RESEARCH IN NURSING
Research in Nursing introduces the elements of quantitative and qualitative research processes. Designed to build skills in critique and use of research and research process. Includes critique of published nursing research and development of a quantitative research proposal.

COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
Community health nursing integrates current knowledge, theory, and research relevant to nursing practice and public health practice to promote and preserve the health of populations. Provides an opportunity to partner with a community and other health professionals to manage and provide resources.

LEADERSHIP IN NURSING
Leadership in Nursing focuses on continued development of leadership and management skills relevant to professional practice. Provides an opportunity to collaborate with professionals and initiate change.

PROFESSIONAL NURSING SYNTHESIS
Professional Nursing Synthesis integrates professional nursing skills and concepts developed throughout the nursing program. Emphasis is on research utilization in a practice environment. Provides an opportunity to collaborate with a preceptor in an area of choice that reflects professional goals. Requires 64 hours arranged field experience.

SELECTED STUDIES
To provide students an opportunity to pursue an area of special interest through independent study or short term courses. May be taken as elective credit.

WORKSHOP IN NURSING
Study of selected topics of current or special interest to nurses and other health care workers. May be repeated with different topics to a maximum of 6 credit hours.

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