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School of
Nursing
L. Elaine Wendt, Associate Dean and Educational Administrator (School of Nursing 101)
Robert Lieske, Media
Specialist
Marcia Bollinger, Media
Specialist
Robin Beeman, Coordinator,
Marshfield Site
Nita Johnson, Clinical
Simulation and Skills Laboratory Coordinator
Lorraine Smith, Assistant to
the Associate Dean
Departments:
ADULT HEALTH NURSING
Sheila Smith, Chair
(Nursing 219)
Robin Beeman, Cheryl Brandt,
Patricia Garber, Rosemary Jadack, Debra Jansen, Michaelene Jansen,
Winifred Morse, Susan Peck, Kerrie Smithberg, Rita Sperstad, Lori
Waltonen, Joan Stehle Werner.
FAMILY HEALTH NURSING
Karen Maddox, Interim Chair
(Nursing 230)
Janice Berry, Jayne Bielecki,
Barbara Davis, Jill Hecker-Fernandes, Barbara MacBriar, Karen Maddox,
Brenda McClellan-Tilson, Susan Moch, Nola Schmitt, Karen Solheim, Rhonda
White.
NURSING SYSTEMS
Mary Zwygart-Stauffacher,
Chair (Nursing 264)
Jodi Arriola, Catherine Cooper,
Linda Duffy, Robin Smith, Lois Taft, Cecilia Wendler, CeCelia Zorn.
Course
Descriptions, click below:
MISSION
STATEMENT OF THE SCHOOL
The purpose of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
School of Nursing is to provide a scholarly environment in which faculty
and students gain and extend knowledge of health, health care, and
professional nursing. The School of Nursing offers on-campus and distance
baccalaureate, graduate, and continuing education for the practice of
professional nursing.
The select mission of the School of Nursing is to:
1. educate nurses at the baccalaureate level through
professional and general education to provide professional nursing in a
variety of health care settings;
2. educate nurses at the masters level who are
prepared for leadership and advanced practice roles in adult or family
health nursing;
3. provide continuing education opportunities for
registered nurses;
4. provide an environment which enhances scholarly
activity; and
5. contribute to the health care of the community through faculty and
student involvement in health focused activities.
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ACCREDITATION
The School is approved by the Wisconsin State Board of
Nursing. The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education granted
accreditation for the undergraduate program and graduate program through
December 2011. The School of Nursing has approval by the Wisconsin
Department of Public Instruction to offer to senior students in the
program, and to registered nurses with a B.S.N. degree, courses that
qualify them for certification as school nurses.
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BACCALAUREATE
PROGRAM
The School of Nursing’s programs are oriented toward the
belief that a broad general education is an essential foundation for the
preparation of professionals. Through the biological and social sciences,
the humanities, and the nursing science courses, the concepts of humanity,
health, environment, and nursing are interwoven in a curriculum that
clinically addresses nursing across the lifespan of health-care
recipients.
Marshfield Site
In addition to the Eau Claire
campus, the nursing program of study is available in Marshfield, Wisconsin
in cooperation with Saint Joseph’s Hospital. Persons interested in further
information about the Marshfield site should contact the Associate Dean of
the School of Nursing or the Marshfield site coordinator.
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PROGRAM
OBJECTIVES
The School of Nursing seeks to prepare graduates with
the essential knowledge, attitudes, and skills to enable them to:
1. synthesize knowledge of humanity and nursing to
promote, maintain, and restore the health of individuals, families,
groups, and communities.
2. incorporate the decision-making process in
designing, implementing, and managing the care of individuals across the
life span, families, groups, and communities.
3. collaborate with clients, significant others, and
health care providers to promote, maintain, and restore health, and
insure continuity of care.
4. promote adherence to professional nursing
standards as a care provider, teacher, manager, researcher, and member
of the discipline.
5. promote awareness and accountability for legal and
ethical aspects of health care.
6. advance the use of nursing research and nursing
theory as the basis of professional nursing practice.
7. exercise effective nursing management and
leadership skills.
8. interpret the reciprocal relationships among
socioeconomic and political forces, nursing, and the health care system.
9. perform clinical skills at a competency level
necessary to assume beginning level positions as a professional nurse.
10. design teaching strategies that assist clients to adapt to the
human responses associated with actual and potential health problems.
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ADMISSION:
TO THE UNIVERSITY
All students applying for admission
to the University follow the regular procedure. Those who are admitted to
the University as prenursing students are assigned to faculty in the
School of Nursing for advising.
The School of Nursing welcomes the
opportunity to give guidance in program planning to students in high
school who have chosen nursing or are considering it as a career. These
students are encouraged to include courses in high school which provide
the best foundation for study at the University and in the major field.
Recommended are:
English 4 units
Chemistry 1-2 units
Physics 1 unit
Biology 1-2 units
Foreign Language * 2
units
Algebra 2 units
Geometry 1 unit
History 1-2 units
Social Studies 3 units
Speech 1 unit
*Two units of one language, e.g.,
French, German, Spanish.
TO THE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM
Formal application to the
professional program must be made. Students are encouraged to apply during
the semester in which 30 credits will be completed. The deadlines for
filing applications to the School of Nursing are December 1 and May 1 for
the Eau Claire campus and October 1 for the Marshfield site. In order to
be considered for admission to the nursing program, one must have:
1. been accepted as a prenursing
student in the University.
2. completed at least 30 semester
credits with a total GPA of at least 2.75.
3. completed at least three
required natural science courses, two of which are laboratory science
courses, with a GPA of at least 2.50.
4. completed all application
materials (health requirements, CPR certification, background checks)
and submit application fee.
Other data utilized by the
Admissions Committee are derived from a variety of sources that include
applications for admission to the University and the nursing program, high
school transcript showing rank in class, previous collegiate records, and
standardized tests such as ACT or SAT I.
The School may find it necessary
to deny admission to a qualified applicant because of enrollment limits in
the professional program. Depending on the number of qualified applicants,
it is likely that the GPA required to be competitive for admission may be
well above the 2.75 minimum GPA.
The Nurse Scholars Program provides
conditional admission of students to the School of Nursing who have been
invited to and enter the University Honors program (See University
Honors).
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must present evidence of
having current immunity against diphtheria, tetanus, rubeola (measles),
and rubella at the time they apply for admission to the nursing program. A
rubella immunization is not recommended during pregnancy. Evidence of a TB
skin test is also required. A chest X-ray is required if the TB skin test
is positive. It is recommended that students be vaccinated annually
against influenza.
Applicants must also present
evidence with their application materials that they have received at least
two of the required three immunizations in the hepatitis B vaccine series.
Students applying for the Marshfield site must have a surface antibody
titer two months after receiving the Hepatitis B series.
Admitted students must maintain
their immune status against infectious diseases and have a yearly
tuberculin test. Tuberculin skin tests are offered at the University
Health Service. Those students who have a positive skin test must have a
chest X-ray. Any student whose skin test converts from negative to
positive while enrolled in the program must have a chest X-ray and a
medical evaluation. A statement of the physician’s findings and
recommendations must be filed with the University Health Service within a
period of time designated by the School. Students at the Marshfield site
must follow the health requirements of Saint Joseph’s Hospital,
Marshfield, to participate in clinical rotations.
All expenses associated with health
surveillance and care are borne by the student unless the University
Health Service specifically indicates otherwise. Students are not covered
by health or accident insurance by either UW-Eau Claire, the practicum
facility, or the practicum institution. In addition, workers' compensation
insurance does not cover students. For example, if a student suffers a
needle stick or is hurt while in practicum, they will need personal health
insurance to cover medical bills.
CPR CERTIFICATION
All applicants must hold
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification at the health provider
level (American Heart Association level C or American Red Cross Health
Care Professional). Evidence of CPR certification must be submitted with
application materials. Admitted students must renew this certification
annually. Evidence of renewal must be submitted to the Associate Dean's
office.
STUDENT BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
Based on
Wisconsin State law, clinical agencies require completed background
checks. The School of Nursing requires applicants to complete the
Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services Background Information
Disclosure and a release for a Wisconsin Department of Justice Criminal
Background Check. Additional information regarding the Wisconsin Caregiver
Law can be obtained from the Associate Dean’s office or DHFS’s Web site:
www.dhfs.state.wi.us
TRANSFERRING STUDENTS
Any student anticipating transfer to
the University for the nursing degree is urged to consult the Associate
Dean of the School of Nursing as early as possible for information about
course requirements for admission and for the degree (See Admission to the
Professional Program). Official review of the student’s academic record is
made by the University Office of Admissions.
Students transferring with the
Associate Degree in Nursing from a University of Wisconsin System
institution must satisfy the program specific course and credit
requirements of the BSN (See Summary of Course/Credit Requirements).
Applicants to the professional
program who have completed nursing courses in an accredited baccalaureate
nursing program at another college or university will be considered on an
individual basis. Acceptance will be determined by overall quality of
academic record, space availability, and the articulation of courses with
those offered by the School of Nursing.
READMISSION TO THE SCHOOL
Students who withdraw from the
program and wish to return for completion must send a letter requesting
readmission to the nursing program to the Associate Dean at least three
months in advance of the desired admission date. Applicants must meet the
current admission requirements of the School of Nursing.
Consideration will be given to the
length of absence, the student’s ability to achieve, and the available
spaces in the clinical courses in which the student will enroll. If
readmission is granted, the remaining program will be planned as
considered best for the student and according to the current curriculum.
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COSTS
Nursing is a professional discipline, and students enrolled in the
nursing program must anticipate some additional costs that are directly
related to the nursing program. These include uniforms, nursing textbooks,
health requirements, application fee, some clinical equipment (e.g.,
stethoscope), and transportation associated with clinical experience.
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COUNSELING
AND ACADEMIC ADVISING
Students in nursing are encouraged to make full utilization of services
offered by the University. Counseling for educational, vocational, and
personal problems is available. Faculty in the School of Nursing serve as
academic advisers.
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FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE
Nursing students applying for financial assistance will be considered
by the Financial Aid office on the same basis as other University
students. Funding specific to nursing students is also available.
Application forms for financial assistance are available from the
University office of Financial Aid. Information regarding scholarships
available to students after admission to the nursing program is available
in the School of Nursing Associate Dean’s office and Marshfield site
coordinator’s office.
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CLINICAL
EXPERIENCES
Various health and social agencies and institutions are utilized for
student learning experiences. Experiences are provided through facilities
such as hospitals, schools, nursing homes, child day-care centers, and
other community health agencies.
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SERVICE-LEARNING
This University requirement is met through required nursing clinical
coursework.
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STUDENT
TRANSPORTATION
Students in the professional nursing program must provide their own
transportation to and from clinical experiences. Some clinical experiences
may require travel to other communities.
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ORGANIZATIONS
AND ACTIVITIES
Membership in the National Student Nurses’ Association
and the Wisconsin Student Nurses’ Association is achieved through joining
the Eau Claire Student Nurses’ Association. The organization meets
regularly to promote the aims of nursing education and provide students
experience with respect to the issues and operations of the professional
nursing organizations.
Sigma Theta Tau International is the Nursing Honor Society. Membership
is by invitation to juniors, seniors, and graduate students who
demonstrate outstanding scholarship and leadership potential.
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FOREIGN
LANGUAGE/ FOREIGN CULTURE REQUIREMENT
All nursing students must meet this requirement in one of three ways:
1) demonstrate competency at 102 level (or AIS 112) in a foreign language,
or 2) successfully complete one semester in a study abroad program, or 3)
complete a minimum of nine credits designated as fulfilling the foreign
culture requirement as listed in this Catalogue (see Foreign Culture
Courses). Advisers will assist students with course selection.
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CULTURAL
DIVERSITY REQUIREMENT
All nursing students must satisfactorily complete the equivalent of at
least three course credits of content in a course or courses dealing with
one or more the following groups: African American, American Indian,
Hispanic, Asian American (Southeast Asian). Courses which fulfill this
requirement are listed in this Catalogue (see Cultural Diversity Courses).
Advisers will assist students with course selection. Additional content
dealing with cultural diversity will be found in nursing courses.
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STUDY
ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES
In addition to the University’s international education programs, the
School of Nursing offers other international educational opportunities.
Comparative Study of Nursing and Health Care (Nsys 448), provides
undergraduates, graduate students, and registered nurses the opportunity
to examine other health care systems firsthand.
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ACADEMIC
REGULATIONS
Students who are enrolled in nursing courses are expected to arrange
for make-up of all class and laboratory work missed, regardless of the
reason for the absence. If the absence is anticipated, arrangements for
make-up should be made prior to the absence. Students who have missed an
excessive portion of the course may be advised to withdraw.
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SCHOLASTIC
REQUIREMENTS
Academic Standards
The following scholastic standards must be maintained
by students after admission to the nursing program if they are to be
considered in good standing:
1. achieve a semester GPA of at least 2.25;
2. maintain a resident GPA of at least 2.50;
3. achieve a grade of at least C- in each specific
course required by nursing.
The student who is placed on probation in the School
will be officially notified of the change in academic standing and will be
required to negotiate a contract designed for regaining good standing with
the Associate Dean. Should a grade of less than C- in a specific course
required by nursing be a factor in the probationary status, the student
must repeat that course before earning credit for any course for which the
repeated course is a prerequisite. No more than one instance of probation
within the program is allowed.
Unsatisfactory Grades in Nursing Courses (Grade of less
than C-)
Any of the following may result in an unsatisfactory
grade in a nursing course:
1. Clearly unsatisfactory achievement in either the
theoretical or the practicum component of a nursing course.
2. Failure to submit course assignments or projects.
3. Failure to meet make-up requirements in relation
to coursework missed.
4. Failure to appear for the final examination,
unless prevented by illness or other emergency from taking the
examination at the scheduled time.
5. Offenses as defined by the University of Wisconsin
Board of Regents in chapter UWS 17 and published in the Student Services
and Standards handbook.
6. Failure to comply with attendance policy as stated
in writing by the instructor.
Incompletes
A grade of "incomplete" is allowed only when illness or
other extenuating circumstances beyond the student’s control have
interfered with completion of the course, and the plan for completion is a
clearly viable alternative for meeting the course objectives. Students may
not progress to courses that have a prerequisite course in which a grade
of "incomplete" has been received.
Student Progression
1. Students must receive a satisfactory clinical
evaluation in each of the critical areas on a summative clinical
evaluation of a course. These areas are: a) uses the clinical
decision-making process; b) applies theoretical knowledge; c)
communicates appropriately; d) performs technical skills safely and
competently; e) demonstrates accountability and responsibility.
2. If a student demonstrates deficiencies that the
instructor determines are clearly unsafe or unprofessional behaviors,
the student will be immediately removed from the clinical situation.
3. Allowing students to do remedial work in a
required nursing course is a course faculty decision.
4. Remedial work not completed before the end of a
semester will result in the student receiving an incomplete or a failing
grade.
5. A student may repeat only two required nursing
courses. Only one of these repeated courses may be a clinical course.
Failure in or withdrawal from a third nursing course, or a second
clinical course, will result in dismissal from the program.
Termination From Program
A student may be terminated from the nursing program
for any of the following reasons:
1. Failure to regain good standing.
2. A second instance of probation.
3. Failure to demonstrate the potential for
consistently safe and responsible nursing practice.
4. Likelihood that a student’s condition or prior
experience will adversely affect the student, other persons, the
University, an agency or unit used for clinical practice, or the
patients or clients served.
A student who has been notified of termination may appeal for
reinstatement. Termination from the program constitutes dismissal from the
nursing program only. A student’s status within the University is not
affected, providing the University standards for good standing are met.
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DEAN’S
LIST
At the end of each semester, the
School of Nursing recognizes excellence in scholastic achievement by
publishing the Dean’s List. To be eligible, a student must:
(1) be in good academic standing;
(2) have a minimum semester GPA of
3.70;
(3) have completed at least 12
credits during the semester, with no incompletes, no courses below the
100-level, no repeats, and no Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory registrations
(except in degree credit-bearing courses that are offered only on the S/U
grading system in which a grade of S has been earned).
Students who meet this standard of
achievement receive personal letters of notification and congratulations
from the Dean.
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CREDIT
BY EXAMINATION POLICY
All undergraduate nursing courses
are available to any otherwise eligible student for credit by examination.
Credit for a maximum of two clinical nursing courses may be earned by
examination. Examinations may be taken while, but not before, prerequisite
courses are in progress. Each clinical nursing course examination will
include a clinical component. Objective and/or essay components of the
examination must be completed successfully before assignment, clinical
examination, and/or portfolio evaluation is attempted.
Students interested in receiving
credit by examination for nursing courses should see their faculty adviser
or the Associate Dean for more information.
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COMPREHENSIVE
MAJOR: NURSING
(Code
700-000)
One hundred twenty semester credits are required for the
BSN degree. Students taking a comprehensive major are not required to take
a minor in another area. However, students who are interested in a minor
are encouraged to discuss options with their adviser.
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DEGREE
REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for the degree of
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, the candidate must present at least 120
semester credits with a total GPA of at least 2.50; must meet all
University requirements for graduation; and must meet all School of
Nursing requirements for the degree.
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Policy.
No course required for the degree in nursing may be taken on a
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis.
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MINORS
/ SECOND
MAJORS
Students may select a minor or
second major in a non-nursing field. Completion of a minor or second major
will require credits beyond the minimum necessary for graduation from the
University. See the major-minor concentration policies in the section on
University Graduation Requirements.
TOPICAL MINOR
(Code 610-431)
A topical minor is composed of 24 semester credits
selected by the student to meet the student’s own interests and scholarly
objectives. Courses for the minor may be chosen on the basis of a coherent
theme, a definable professional need, or complementary relation to the
student’s major.
The topical minor is not intended to
duplicate any major or minor offered as a regular program.
Nursing Comprehensive Major.
The topical minor must include 12 credits from the School of Nursing and
12 credits from at least one department in any other School or College
within the University. No more than six credits in the comprehensive major
may be applied to the minor. At least 12 of the 24 credits must be earned
in courses numbered 300 or above.
Standard Major. The topical
minor must include courses from at least two departments, with no more
than 12 credits from any one department and no more than six credits from
the department of the student’s major. Courses included in the major
cannot be applied to the minor. At least 12 of the 24 credits must be
earned in courses numbered 300 or above and 12 of the 24 credits must be
earned in the School of Nursing courses. The remaining credits may be
earned from any School or College in the University.
Procedure. The student shall obtain a topical minor application form
from the School of Nursing Associate Dean’s office and identify a topical
minor adviser. The completed form will be forwarded to the adviser for
approval.
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SUMMARY
OF COURSE / CREDIT REQUIREMENTS
|
Credits |
| Nursing (includes
Wellness Theory) |
60 |
| Program-specific
courses |
|
|
Chem 101 (General Chemistry) |
5 |
|
Chem 150 (Survey of Biochemistry) |
3 |
|
Biol 214 (Human Anatomy and Physiology I) |
4 |
|
Biol 250 (Microbiology) |
3 |
|
Biol 314 (Human Anatomy & Physiology II) |
4 |
Psyc 330 (Human Development)
(Psyc 100 is a prerequisite) |
3 |
| Social Sciences |
6-9 |
| Introduction to
Statistics |
3 |
| English
Composition |
5 |
| Physical
Activity |
1 |
| Language Skills |
3 |
| Humanities |
9-12 |
| Electives—sufficient
to total |
120 |
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SAMPLE PROGRAM OF STUDIES FOR
THE BACCALAUREATE
STUDENT
|
Credits |
A. Pre-professional
Level:
Freshman Year |
|
| GE-IV |
3 |
| Chem 101, General
Chemistry |
5 |
| English 110, English
Composition |
5 |
| GE-III, Psyc 100 or
260 |
3 |
|
Total |
16 |
| Chem 150, Survey of
Biochemistry |
3 |
| Biol 214, Human
Anatomy and Physiology I |
4 |
| GE-III |
3 |
| GE-IA, Language
Skills |
3 |
| Fmhn 211, Wellness:
Food for Fitness |
1 |
| Fmhn 213, Wellness:
Body, Mind, Spirit |
1 |
|
Total |
15 |
| |
|
B. Professional
Level:
Sophomore Year |
|
| Fmhn 212, Navigating
Health Care |
1 |
| Nsys 230,
Introduction to the Profession |
3 |
| Fmhn 235, Nursing:
Professional Caring |
3 |
| GE-IB,
Statistics |
3 |
| Biol 314, Human
Anatomy and Physiology II |
4 |
|
Total |
14 |
Fmhn 260, Nursing:
Introduction to Clinical
Decision-Making |
4 |
| Biol 250,
Microbiology |
3 |
| GE-III Psyc 330, Human
Development |
3 |
| GE-IV |
3 |
| Physical
Activity |
1 |
|
Total |
14 |
| |
|
| Junior Year |
|
Adtn 345, Nursing:
Health & Health Deviations
of Adults I, Theory and Practice |
7 |
Fmhn 335, Nursing:
Health Promotion with Child,
Families, & Community |
4 |
| Nsys 330, Nursing:
Context of Practice |
2 |
| GE-III or GE-V |
3 |
|
Total |
16 |
Adtn 350, Nursing:
Health & Health Deviations
of Adults II |
4 |
| Adtn 352, Nursing
Practice: Adults II |
2 |
Fmhn 368, Nursing
Practice:
Children/Family/Community |
2 |
Adtn 358/Fmhn 358,
Nursing: Individual/Family
Transitions |
2 |
| GE-IV or GE-V |
3 |
| Elective |
2 |
|
Total |
15 |
| |
|
| Senior Year |
|
| Adtn 420, Nursing:
Health Enhancement |
4 |
| Adtn 422, Nursing
Practice: Health Enhancement |
2 |
Fmhn 435, Nursing:
Family/Child with
Health Deviations |
2 |
Fmhn 438, Nursing
Practice: Child/Family
with Health Deviations |
3 |
| Nsys 432, Nursing:
Management within Systems |
4 |
|
Total |
15 |
Nsys 470, Nursing:
Professional Practice
within Systems |
2 |
Nsys 472, Nursing
Practice: Synthesis
and Reflection |
7 |
| Elective |
3 |
| GE-IV |
3 |
|
Total |
15 |
| |
|
| Total number of
credits required for the degree |
120 |
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INDEPENDENT
STUDY
Under the course numbers 399 and
499, each department in the School of Nursing provides students with
opportunities for student-initiated independent study in areas of special
interest with guidance of a faculty member.
Eligibility. Independent
Study courses are open only to juniors and seniors. A student with a
nursing major may elect an Independent Study, provided the student has at
least 3.00 resident and total GPAs.
Restrictions. One to three
credits of Independent Study (399 or 499) may be elected during any
semester. A total of no more than six independent study credits in Nursing
may be counted toward graduation. Independent Study courses may not be
applied toward completion of the General Education requirements.
Procedure. The student shall
obtain Independent Study forms from the department secretary. Initial
approval is required prior to enrollment.
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DIRECTED
STUDY
Courses numbered 295, 395, and 495
offered by departments in the School of Nursing are designed to permit
individual students or groups of students to undertake special projects
related to their educational interests and goals.
Eligibility. Registration for
a Directed Study course requires the permission of the faculty member who
agrees to supervise the project and of the department offering the course.
Any further conditions of eligibility may be established by the department
or published as part of the course description.
Restrictions. One to three
credits of Directed Study (295, 395, or 495) may be elected during any
semester. A total of no more than six directed study credits in Nursing
may be counted toward graduation. Directed Study courses may not be
applied toward completion of the General Education requirements.
Procedure. The student shall
obtain Directed Study forms from the department secretary. Initial
approval is required prior to enrollment.
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UNDERGRADUATE
NURSING HONORS
PROGRAM
The nursing honors program is
designed to complement and extend the learning experiences generally
available to students majoring in nursing by (1) requiring the student to
engage in independent thought that culminates in a specific scholarly
paper or project; (2) allowing the student to select options within
courses and to pursue independent study in a specific area or focus; (3)
enhancing the student’s ability to analyze, synthesize, and critically
appraise knowledge from nursing and other disciplines in a specific area;
and (4) facilitating the student’s ability to adopt suitable leadership
and scholarly behaviors as he or she assumes the responsibilities
incumbent in the professional role as a member of the discipline of
nursing.
The objectives of the Honors Program
are consistent with the objectives of the basic undergraduate program of
nursing. Honors students in nursing, however, will have an opportunity to
meet the program’s objectives in a more individualized, rigorous, and
challenging manner. In addition, honors students will complete a
significant piece of independent work (paper or project) that is evaluated
and approved by a faculty committee.
Eligibility. Nursing students
with resident and total GPAs of 3.50 or higher may be admitted.
Application. A written
application shall be approved by the Associate Dean after receiving the
recommendation of the academic adviser.
Requirements for Completion.
A student must earn a minimum of eight nursing honors credits. At least
three of the credits must be taken as an honors option course. The
remaining credits may be earned either through independent study or honors
option courses. The student is required to pass an oral evaluation in a
format agreed upon by the student and the student’s honors committee. The
evaluation will focus on a paper or project which reflects work taken
throughout the program.
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RN
/ BSN
OPTION
Collaborative
Nursing Degree
(Code 700-002)
UW-Eau Claire, together with other
UW institutions offering nursing programs, has developed a collaborative
degree completion program for registered nurses. This collaborative
endeavor is possible due to developing technology in the electronic
transmission of courses. Students naming UW-Eau Claire as their home
institution in the collaborative program receive student services from
this University. General education requirements can be taken at any
institution where equivalent transfer credit can be obtained. This general
education must meet the overall UW-Eau Claire General Education
requirements if the degree is to be obtained from UW-Eau Claire. Formal
application to the Collaborative Nursing Program must be made in the
semester prior to enrolling in nursing courses. In order to be considered,
students must have been accepted to the University, have completed at
least 30 credits of general education courses, including three of the
required sciences, have earned a minimum GPA of 2.50, and have a current
nursing license. The majority of nursing courses in the collaborative
program are taught through a variety of distance technology methods. A
capstone experience with a clinical component is offered on campus (see
nursing courses with CND prefix). Further information may be obtained from
the Associate Dean, School of Nursing.
To qualify for the BSN degree a
candidate must meet the 120 credit University graduation requirement, with
a GPA of 2.50 or higher, and must meet all University and School of
Nursing graduation requirements (statistics and biochemistry).
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SUMMARY
OF NURSING COURSE / CREDITS FOR
COLLABORATIVE NURSING PROGRAM
|
Credits |
|
CND 317
Health Assessment |
4 |
|
CND 341
Theoretical Foundations |
4 |
|
CND 434
Nursing Research |
3 |
|
CND 437
Management and Leadership in Nursing |
4 |
|
CND 444
Community Health Nursing |
3 |
|
CND 476
Nursing within Systems: Issues and Analyses |
2 |
|
CND 478
Nursing within Systems: Application and Reflection |
4 |
|
Credit
by confirming course for prior nursing education* |
30 |
|
Nursing
Electives |
6 |
|
Total |
60 |
*First CND
core course completed with a grade of B or higher
RN/BSN OPTION—WTCS Associate Degree
in Nursing/May 1996 or later
Collaborative Nursing Degree (Code 700-003)
UW-Eau Claire, together with other
UW institutions offering nursing programs, has developed a collaborative
degree completion program for registered nurses. This collaborative
endeavor is possible due to developing technology in the electronic
transmission of courses. Students naming UW-Eau Claire as their home
institution in the collaborative program receive student services from
this University. General education requirements can be taken at any
institution where equivalent transfer credit can be obtained. This general
education must meet the overall UW-Eau Claire General Education
requirements if the degree is to be obtained from UW-Eau Claire. Formal
application to the Collaborative Nursing Program must be made in the
semester prior to enrolling in nursing courses. In order to be considered,
students must have been accepted to the University, have completed at
least 30 credits of general education courses, including three of the
required sciences, have earned a minimum GPA of 2.50, and have a current
nursing license. The majority of nursing courses in the collaborative
program are taught through a variety of distance technology methods. A
capstone experience with a clinical component is offered on campus (see
nursing courses with CND prefix). Further information may be obtained from
the Associate Dean, School of Nursing.
Students in this option are eligible
for the benefits of the articulation agreement between UW-System and WTCS
non-college associate degree programs in nursing.
To qualify for the BSN degree a
candidate must meet the 120 credit University graduation requirement, with
a GPA of 2.50 or higher, and must meet all University and School of
Nursing graduation requirements (statistics and biochemistry).
SUMMARY OF NURSING COURSE/CREDITS
FOR
COLLABORATIVE NURSING PROGRAM
|
Credits |
|
CND 317
Health Assessment |
4 |
|
CND 341
Theoretical Foundations |
4 |
|
CND 434
Nursing Research |
3 |
|
CND 437
Management and Leadership in Nursing |
4 |
|
CND 444
Community Health Nursing |
3 |
|
CND 476
Nursing within Systems: Issues and Analyses |
2 |
|
CND 478
Nursing within Systems: Application and Reflection |
4 |
|
Credit
by confirming course for prior nursing education* |
30 |
|
Nursing
Electives |
6 |
|
Total |
60 |
*First CND
core course completed with a grade of B or higher
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RN
/ MSN
OPTION
The RN/MSN Option facilitates the progression of qualified Registered
Nurse students enrolled in the Collaborative Nursing Program into the
Masters Program in Nursing. This is accomplished by enrolling as a senior
undergraduate student in selected graduate courses. Further information
may be obtained from the Associate Dean, School of Nursing.
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MASTER
OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
The graduate program leading to the Master of Science in Nursing degree
is designed to prepare an Adult or Family Health Nurse to assume
leadership and scholarship roles in professional nursing. Students may
choose functional role preparation in advanced clinical practice,
education, or administration. A full-time student with no undergraduate
deficiencies requires at least four semesters to complete the program.
More specific information is available in the Graduate Catalogue or from
the Associate Dean, School of Nursing.
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SCHOOL
NURSE CERTIFICATION
Nurses interested in the School Nurse Certification
program should contact the Associate Dean’s office for information and an
application. Requirements for certification include:
1. a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
2. license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the
state of Wisconsin.
3. successful completion of the PPST,
Pre-professional Skills Test.
4. human development course (Psyc 330).
5. Advanced School Nursing (Fmhn 441/641).
6. School Nursing Practicum (Fmhn 442/642).
7. human relations course (Fed 385/585).
8. exceptional education course (Sped 330 or 400).
9. reading course (CI 425/625).
10. a 3.00 or higher GPA in certification program requirements.
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