The Nursing Program The B.S.N. Nursing Program at Saint Peter’s University will prepare students who are high school graduates (or transfer students from other colleges) for professional nursing practice. Students who successfully complete the program will be awarded the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) degree. The program is supported by over 25 years of success with the University’s existing Nursing programs, which include the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing for those who have already attained a Bachelor’s degree, Bachelor of Science in Nursing for career R.N.s, the Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) and the Doctorate of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) degrees. All of the nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
The Nursing Program Faculty Saint Peter’s faculty members are scholars and expert teachers. They are interested in preparing students for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and service in a global society. School of Nursing faculty members include: Lauren O’Hare, Ed.D., R.N. Dean, School of Nursing lohare@saintpeters.edu Michelle Beckford, D.M.H., R.N. Associate Professor mbeckford@saintpeters.edu Lisa Garsman, Ph.D., A.P.R.N., F.N.P., B.C. Undergraduate Program Director, Assistant Professor lgarsman@saintpeters.edu Katherine Giannettino, M.S.N., R.N.C.-N.I.C. Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Simulation Lab Coordinator kgiannettino@saintpeters.edu Valera Hascup, Ph.D., R.N., C.T.N., C.C.E.S. Associate Professor vhascup@saintpeters.edu Sandra Horvat, M.S.N., A.P.R.N., B.C., C.P.N. Clinical Assistant Professor shorvat@saintpeters.edu Michelle Romano Ed.D., R.N., O.B.C. Clinical Assistant Professor mromano@saintpeters.edu School of Nursing main phone: (201) 761-6270 Ms. Janet Albern Administrative Assistant jalbern@saintpeters.edu
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Nursing Program With a curriculum founded in the Liberal Arts, rooted in Jesuit values, and focused on care of the individual, Saint Peter’s prepares nursing students for generalist practice in a wide range of settings where medical professionals are needed; from schools, surgical centers and clinics, to hospitals, the military and more. The BSN educated nurse is the best-prepared nurse to care for patients and their families, and to promote preventative healthcare.
Clinical Experiences Students begin their clinical experiences in their sophomore year with rotations in various nursing specialties (including Maternal Child, Mental Health, Pediatrics, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Geriatrics, and Community Health.) We use a wide variety of health care facilities for students’ clinical experiences as well as our Simulation Learning Skills Laboratory on campus.
Admission Requirements Every application is reviewed on an individual basis. Students are expected to have a solid preparation for college, with specific academic units. In addition to University admission requirements, applicants to the Pre-nursing program must have: • B or Higher in • Chemistry • Biology • 500+ SAT • Math • Critical Reading • TEAS* • 78% or Higher • 3.0+ GPA • 2 letters of recommendation *Students are allowed to take the TEAS exam twice, and it is recommended that individuals remediate between the first and second/final attempt on this exam. The highest of the two attempts will be reviewed for admission.
The Nursing Program The purposes of the Nursing Program are to equip the graduate with a breadth of knowledge, skills and values from both general and professional education, prepare the graduate for generalist professional practice in a variety of settings and provide a foundation for graduate education in nursing. Our program is taught by expert faculty in the Jesuit tradition of “cura personalis,” personal care. Pre-Nursing Component
Year 1
Fall Semester Title
duction to ProfessiReligious Faith in the Modern World English Composition Anatomy & Physiology I Modern Language I** The Western Tradition Total Credits = 16
Pre-Nursing Component
Spring Semester Title
Credits 3 3 4 (lab) 3 3
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Christianity in the Contemporary Era Introduction to Psychology Anatomy & Physiology II Modern Language II** World Perspectives in History Total Credits = 16
Credits 3 3 4 (lab) 3 3
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Year 2
Fall Semester Title Forms of Literature: Poetry and Drama Basic Microbiology Pharmacology for Professional Nursing Practice Medical Dosage Calculations for Nursing Theoretical Bases of Professional Nursing Total Credits = 16
Year 3
Fall Semester Title Perspectives in Politics
Introduction to Sociology Philosophy I *** Pathophysiology Nursing Care of Adults & Aging I Total Credits = 17
Year 4
Fall Semester Title Introduction to Fine Arts or Music Computers Applications in Nursing and Health Care Introduction to Nursing Research Psych-Mental Health Nursing Nursing Care of Children & Adolescents Total Credits = 18
Credits 3 4 (lab) 3
Spring Semester Title
3
Credits 3 3 3 3 5*
Credits 3 2 3 5*
Spring Semester Title Elementary Statistics Philosophy II** Nursing Care of Adults & Aging II Nursing Care of Child-Bearing Families Total Credits = 16
Spring Semester Title Nursing Senior Capstone Social Justice, Ethics and Health Care Community Health Nursing Care of Adults & Aging III Leadership & Trends in Nursing Total Credits = 17
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Saint Peter’s is approved by the NJ Board of Nursing. The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Saint Peter’s University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
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3 3* (1 cr. lab) 3 5*
3
*Theory/Clinical Course Please Note: 1 Lab or Clinical Credit = 3 Hours of Lab or Clinical
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Forms of Literature: Fiction Health Assessment Nutrition and Health Clinical Bases of Professional Nursing Total Credits = 14
Credits 3 3 5* 5*
Credits 3 3 4* 4* 3