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The Mission Statement of the Department of Nursing is to provide and promote baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral nursing education in an environment which emphasizes the development of individuals as professional nurses with a vision of their own power, and a clear sense of self and their professional role. The department endeavors to prepare graduates who are critical thinkers, who utilize, transmit, and develop new knowledge through systematic models of scholarly inquiry, and who demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning. Preparation for excellence in nursing practice is achieved through the integration of arts and sciences, humanistic concern for the health and well-being of others, and an awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity in a pluralistic society. The Sage Colleges strives to prepare graduates who are assertive and practice client advocates, enabling clients to maximize their own potential. The global and technological context in which the nursing profession continues to evolve is emphasized, with the expectation that our graduates will assume leadership roles as professionals, and citizens in organizations to influence health care delivery, nursing education, and the welfare of society.
Accreditation

The baccalaureate and master’s degree program in nursing at The Sage Colleges is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 887-6791, and the New York State Education Department.

The Department of Nursing is a member agency of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, the National League for Nursing, and the Council of Deans of Nursing in Senior Colleges and Universities in New York State. The Nursing Department has been accepted as a John A. Hartford Foundation Baccalaureate Program Partner for dissemination of Best Nursing Practices in Care for Older Adults.
General Information

Graduate of the nursing program are eligible to take the national examination for licensure as Registered Professional Nurses (NCLEX-RN).

Graduate of the nurse practitioner and clinical specialist areas are eligible to take the advanced certification examinations from the American Nurses Association Credentialing Center, Washington, DC. Graduates of the nurse practitioner are eligible for certification from New York State Education Department.

D’Youville College offers a five-year occupational therapy program leading to a combined bachelor’s and master’s degree. With approximately 110 students, the program features strong professional involvement and an ongoing curriculum review.

The master of science degree in occupational therapy is an entry-level degree created for students with a BA or BS in another area of study. The three-year degree program includes courses in occupational therapy theory and practice, six months of supervised fieldwork, and research.
Program Accreditation

The occupational therapy degree program is fully approved and registered by the New York State Education Department. In addition, the program has been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).

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The four-year bachelor of science degree (BSN) prepares graduates for the state board examination and entry-level practice. This program has a strong liberal arts foundation correlated with professional nursing courses. Students begin clinical courses in the sophomore year and complete a variety of clinical experiences before graduation.

A special curriculum designed for licensed RNs who wish to complete their BSN capitalizes on their knowledge and experience.

Three graduate nursing programs that lead to a master of science (MS) degree are: the Family Nurse Practitioner program, Choice of Clinical Focus, or Clinical Nurse Specialist in Community Health.

All programs offered by the Nursing department are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and registered by the New York State Education Department.

Our Mission and Vision
The mission of the Department of Nursing is to educate competent, compassionate, knowledgeable professional nurses who provide patient directed health care to a culturally and spiritually diverse population in a variety of settings. Graduates will be responsible, ethical, and accountable members of the nursing profession, committed to the pursuit of excellence in practice, communication, innovation, research, and lifelong learning.

The Department of Nursing will be a leader in educating nurses who will be advocates for change within the health care system, promote a healthier society, improve nursing practice, and preserve and enhance human dignity and self-determination.

Planning for the Future: With a strong foundation in the Liberal Arts, DYC nursing graduates are critical thinkers in the increasingly demanding and complex health care arena, ensuring a higher level of patient safety. A worldwide shortage means unlimited opportunities for qualified nurses.

The School of Nursing offers two distinct programs leading toward a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in nursing.
The basic curriculum is for students who seek a B.S. and also need to meet the New York State licensing requirements as a Registered Professional Nurse.

The second curriculum is specifically designed for registered nurses who intend to pursue a B.S. in nursing. Students may enroll in ASCEND, the one-day per week R.N. to B.S. program.
The programs combine the study of theory, research, clinical practice, and community service. Dedicated to the highest professional standards, these programs instill an appreciation for cultural diversity and an understanding of the different applications of health care in a wide range of settings. Both programs emphasize the nurse’s role in health promotion, long-term care, research, advocacy, teaching, change, and management.

Undergraduate Fast Facts
Students: 12-1300
women: 90.3%
minority students: 57.2%
average age at enrollment: 30.7 years
about half are the first generation to go to college
(55% of the fathers and 45% of the mothers are high school graduates or less)

Accreditation
The curricula of the School of Nursing are registered by the New York State Education Department, Division of Professional Education and are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The Nursing program at St. Francois College is a 62 credit program that is only open to qualified transfer students with a valid RN license. We are registered with the New York State Education Department and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), the accrediting arm of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. The Nursing major offers a Bachelor of Science degree and requires that students demonstrate knowledge and skills in the liberal arts and sciences including mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences, history, the arts, and basic communication. Flexible scheduling permits full- or part-time study. In fact, the program is designed for nurses who wish to remain employed while continuing their education. To do that, courses are scheduled to best fit the time commitments of working nurses. Students interested in completing the Nursing program on a part-time basis must complete a minimum of 12 credits per year, including intersession sessions.

The Master of Science degree with a major in Nursing, registered with the New York State Education Department, enrolled its first class in Fall 2005. The program now offers two concentrations:

Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult Health

Nursing Education

The graduate curricula, consisting of a core and specialty concentrations, builds on the knowledge base and practice competencies of the baccalaureate-prepared nurse and prepares the graduate for advanced professional practice. Graduates of the Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult Health concentration (38 credits) will be prepared to actualize the multi-faceted role of the C.N.S. in a variety of health care settings, reflecting the three spheres of patient/client, nurses and nursing practice and organization/systems. Graduates of the Nursing Education concentration (37 credits) will be ready to assume nurse educator positions in either academic or service settings or in patient education. The graduate program meets the needs of the working professional. Designed for part-time study, the program can be completed in seven semesters. Each class will enter as a cohort group, attending classes one day per week during the Fall and Spring semesters and one summer (additional hours are required for clinical/practicum courses).

The Keuka College nursing program offers those who are already registered nurses an opportunity to earn their Bachelor of Science degree in nursing while working full time. The accelerated, one evening a week class is offered at conveniently located hospital sites or nearby community colleges. The program is accredited by the New York State Education Department and NLNAC.

The four-year bachelor of science degree (BSN) prepares graduates for the state board examination and entry-level practice. This program has a strong liberal arts foundation correlated with professional nursing courses. Students begin clinical courses in the sophomore year and complete a variety of clinical experiences before graduation.

A special curriculum designed for licensed RNs who wish to complete their BSN capitalizes on their knowledge and experience.

Three graduate nursing programs that lead to a master of science (MS) degree are: the Family Nurse Practitioner program, Choice of Clinical Focus, or Clinical Nurse Specialist in Community Health.

All programs offered by the Nursing department are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and registered by the New York State Education Department.

a program designed to allow students to take full advantage of the many unique aspects of Elmira College life
nursing specialties through a large variety of clinical experiences
advanced placement options for individuals with prior degrees
options for full-time or part-time study
opportunities for Registered Nurses seeking a baccalaureate degree

Experience…
small classes and individual attention
clinical practice beginning in the sophomore year.
extensive clinical experiences in all the major specialties including: pediatrics, obstetrics, critical care, mental health, community health, medical/surgical and rehabilitation
“state of the art” clinical agencies convenient to the College
in-depth and concentrated clinical experiences in our unique Term III
Succeed…
in a program designed to provide the best of a liberal and professional education for the practice of nursing
under the guidance of faculty with strong clinical experience
by induction into the campus chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nursing
as a student are member of the National Student Nurses Association and the Nursing Students Association of New York State
in a leadership role as an elected officer in the Elmira College Nursing Club or the Nursing Students Association of New York State
in a program that is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
in a program that is a member of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing
The Nurse Education Program received a full 8 year accreditation by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission following the Fall 2007 evaluation visit. The next evaluation will occur in 2015. The Program also received 10 years of continuing registration through the New York State Education Department Office of the Professions. The next evaluation will occur in 2017..

The objectives of the MS Degree Program in Nurse Anesthesiology are to prepare skilled nurse anesthesia practitioners who will have the ability to participate in both the didactic and practicum components of educational programs; undertake independent study and research; and assume leadership roles in the profession.

The philosophy of the Nurse Anesthesiology Program is to develop competent nurse anesthesia professionals who understand their evolving role and recognize their significance in the health care delivery system. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA), who render nursing anesthesia services, should demonstrate sound professional, moral and ethical standards in practice, and be

accountable for the quality of services they provide. They must be prepared to assume leadership roles in the profession of nursing and nurse anesthesia, and be knowledgeable about factors that influence their practice. Active participation in assessment of the patient who undergoes a surgical procedure, anesthesia management, research and education provides the perspectives required for contemporary nurse anesthesia practice.

The Albany Medical College Nurse Anesthesiology is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Program (COA), 222 South Prospect Avenue, Suite 304, Park Ridge, IL 60068, 847-655-116-, a specialized accrediting recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The program is registered with the New York State Education Department.

The program offers a 28 consecutive month sequence of integrated didactic and clinical practicum courses with classes starting in August each year.

During the first year, graduate students complete courses in the basic sciences (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology), Nurse Anesthesiology, Research Techniques, Nurse Anesthesiology Practice, and Clinical Practicum Laboratories, Professional Issues in Advanced Practice and a Research Project. In the second year, graduate students continue the Clinical Practicum Laboratories, Nurse Anesthesiology courses, Professional Issues in Advanced Practice and a Research Project.

The program offers a part-time study option. This option affords graduate students the opportunity to enroll in ANES 507A and ANES 512A during the fall semester, and ANES 507B and ANES 512B during the spring semester of the first year. During the fall semester of the second year graduate students will enroll in ANES 502, ANES 502L, ANES 503, ANES 503L and ANES 515. Full-time study is required for the remainder of the program.

The clinical practicum experiences allow graduate students to meet the requirements set forth by the Council of Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Education Programs. In addition to administering anesthesia to general, surgical and obstetric patients, graduate students gain experience in administration of anesthesia in a tertiary care setting, to patients undergoing more complicated procedures in specialty areas such as pediatric, vascular, cardiac, oncological, kidney transplant, bone marrow transplant and neurological surgeries. Observation rotations are provided for open-heart anesthesia. Emergency experience is provided that allows graduate students opportunity to provide anesthesia services to trauma patients for a variety of other urgent and emergent surgeries. Graduate students also gain experience outside of the surgical arena providing anesthesia service for emergencies, medical and diagnostic procedures.

Albany Medical Center Hospital, a tertiary care center, is the primary clinical campus. The clinical portion of the program is enhanced by rotations to the following off-campus clinical sites: Albany Memorial Hospital (Albany, New York), St. Peter’s Hospital (Albany, New York), Glens Falls Hospital (Glens Falls, New York), Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital (Cooperstown, New York), St. Joseph’s Hospital (Syracuse, New York) , SUNY Upstate Medical Center (Syracuse, New York), Vassar Brothers Medical Center (Poughkeepsie, New York) and Berkshire Medical Center (Pittsfield, Massachusetts).

These rotations enrich the learner’s experience in the areas of regional anesthesia administration, insertion of invasive monitoring catheters, administration of anesthesia for a variety of surgical procedures, adapting to new experiences and different working environments. Clinical rotations are subject to change to meet accrediting agency requirements