Nursing Degrees Online

There are very few careers that are as challenging or rewarding as nursing. By earning your master’s degree in nursing, you’ll find you’re able to continue to move your career forward into such areas as teaching, leadership and management. In fact, most high-level nursing positions require you to have a master’s degree. With it, you not only find yourself in a position with greater responsibility and compensation, you’ll also find you’re able to make a difference in the lives of other nurses and clients who rely on your knowledge, skills and judgment. That is often the greatest reward of all.

Why you want to come to Nebraska Methodist College.

At Nebraska Methodist College, our master’s programs are exceptional – in the education we provide and in the accomplishments of our graduates that result. Here, you’re able to choose between two degree options – Master of Science Nurse Educator and Master of Science Nurse Executive. Both provide a solid foundation of educational, theoretical and leadership knowledge, with additional specialized curriculum tracks to prepare you for the career opportunities you want to pursue. Beyond the classroom, you’ll discover practical opportunities to put what you learn into practice. As a result, you’ll not only find yourself able to take advantage of new career opportunities, you’ll also find you’re well equipped to be successful in your position.

Ohio Dominican University, in cooperation with the Mount Carmel College of Nursing now offers a Pre-Nursing program.

15 eligible ODU students will be accepted annually into the MCCN program. Students spend two years at ODU taking their general education classes and complete their final five semesters of nursing on the MCCN campus. Those students who successfully complete the nursing requirements will be awarded a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from MCCN.

Ohio Dominican’s program is broad-based, rigorous and supportive. We are broad-based in that our course selection covers an array of interests. We are rigorous in that we provide a solid foundation in the basics as well as vision of how to apply knowledge to real-world applications. We are supportive in that students are challenged to grow in character as well as the ability to reason and communicate.
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See Pre Nursing Requirements in the University Catalog

NUR 070 DRUG CALCULATION REVIEW I

This non-credit module is available to students who have failed the calculation examination following NUR 215 or 206 LPN. Students will receive 12 hours of classroom instruction in drug calculation from simple to complex calculation processes. Practice problems based on clinical situations are integrated throughout. (Pass/Fail) Fee-$100.00. 0 credit
NUR 071 DRUG CALCULATION REVIEW II

This non-credit module is available to students who have failed the second drug calculation examination in a nursing clinical course (NUR 360). Students will receive 12 hours of classroom instruction in drug calculation from simple to complex calculation processes. Practice problems based on clinical situations are integrated throughout. (Pass/Fail) Fee-$100.00. 0 credit
NUR 130 SCIENCE OF NURSING and EVOLVING HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

This is a Level I, introductory theory course, taken upon acceptance into the Nursing Program. This course is designed to introduce the Nursing student to the science of nursing, the evolving health care system and the Molloy Humanistic Framework. The history of the profession is examined along with political, legal and ethical issues. The implications of HIPAA regulations will be addressed. The course will aid the student developing a personal philosophy upon which to build subsequent learning and professional practice. Development of a professional portfolio is begun in this course. A major goal of the course is to provide the student with a solid foundation for building a professional nursing practice. Prerequisite: Minimum SAT Critical Reading Test score of “480″ is required to enter course or completion of ENG 090 or ENG 101 with a grade of “C”, as well as successful completion of Math Screening test or MAT 060. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$30.00. 3 credits
NUR 140 GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT/LIFESPAN PROCESSES

This is a Level I course which will present the theories of growth and development. Psychosexual, psychosocial, cognitive and biological theories are discussed as they relate to each stage of the development process. Strategies for health promotion, interventions and anticipatory guidance are addressed. The role of the professional nurse at each life stage is discussed. Prerequisite: BIO 120, PSY 111. Pre- or corequisite: SOC 101 or 161 or 166, NUR 130. Corequisite: BIO 121. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$30.00. 3 credits
NUR 204 LPN: CLINICAL CONCEPTS AS RELATED TO HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE

This course is required for LPN Career Mobility students who have less than one year of clinical experience. It has both theory and College laboratory requirements. Concepts and principles from all areas of nursing, biological, physical, behavioral, and social sciences are included to provide the student with a strong theory base on which to develop and implement patient care. Students may obtain credit for this course with documentation of a minimum of one (1) year recent clinical experience and successful completion of skills competency module. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, PSY 111, NUR 140. Malpractice Insurance needed. Pre- or Corequisites: BIO 245, NUR 130, NUR 214, NUR 206. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$215.00. 4 credits
NUR 206 LPN: PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT

This course is required for LPN Career Mobility students. The course includes observation, interviewing, auscultation, palpation and percussion skills. Physical assessment and nursing diagnosis within the Molloy Humanistic Framework are emphasized. Prerequisites: PSY 111; SOC 101 or 161 or 166. The students will be given drug calculation tests. BIO 120, 121 as prerequisites. Pre- or Corequisites: BIO 245, NUR 130, 140, 214. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$215.00 2 credits
NUR 214 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

This course builds on knowledge from the sciences and the Level I nursing courses. The etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, treatment modalities and implications of selected disease processes are introduced. Content includes stress response, deviations in cellular activity, inflammatory processes, immune response and fluid and electrolyte balance across the lifespan. Prerequisite: BIO 120, 121, CHE 112. Pre- or Corequisites: BIO 245, NUR 130, NUR 140, NUR 215, LPN 204, and LPN 206. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$30.00. 3 credits
NUR 215 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH ASSESSMENT/NURSING FUNDAMENTALS

This theory and clinical course is a Level II nursing course. This course combines concepts of humanistic nursing assessment with the beginning skills/interventions for the delivery of safe patient care. The assessment component of the course encompasses physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, cultural, family and community assessment. The nursing fundamentals component will introduce the student to required skills and/or interventions for clients with altered health maintenance problems. This course integrates concepts and principles of communication, multiculturalism, human-valuing and professional role responsibilities. Content will also include required infection control and barrier precautions as well as an introduction to pharmacology dose calculation. Students will have 2 hours/week of theory, 4 hours/week of learning laboratory time and 6 hours/week of clinical. The 78 clinical hours per semester will provide the student with the opportunities to apply learned theory. These hours will begin after initial learning has been validated in Nursing Learning Laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, PSY 111, SOC 101 or 161 or 166. Pre- or Corequisites: BIO 245, NUR 130, 140, 214. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$350.00. 6 credits

N.B. Level I Drug Calculation Test administered during this course. No progression to NUR 225 if unsuccessful.
NUR 216 PHARMACOLOGY

This Level II comprehensive theory course introduces the student to basic pharmacology concepts, major drug classifications, nutritional supplements and related professional nursing roles. Content related to the importance of research and technology as well as the impact of current health care trends on pharmacotherapeutics is discussed. Prerequisites: BIO 245, CHE 112. Prerequisites: NUR 214, NUR 215 or LPN 204, and LPN 206. Corequisite: NUR 225. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$30.00. 3 credits
NUR 225 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: HEALTH CARE IN THE COMMUNITY

This course explores the principles of community/public health nursing practice and mental health nursing including the health care delivery system, epidemiology and the political system. Health promotion, risk reduction and disease prevention for populations and communities will be explored including concepts of environmental health, cultural, economic and ethical issues. The focus will be on primary, secondary and tertiary intervention. Some of the health problems/populations included are tuberculosis, homelessness, teenage pregnancy, bio-terrorism preparedness, substance abuse/addictive disorders and violence and chronic relapsing conditions. Community intervention strategies will explore utilizing partnerships with populations and communities. The student spends nine (9) hours 1 day/week in clinical settings and three (3) hours/week in class. There are a total of 117 clinical hours weekday clinicals only. Prerequisites: BIO 245, NUR 130, NUR 140, NUR 214, NUR 215 or LPN 204, LPN 206. Pre- or corequisites: NUR 216. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$350.00. 6 credits
NUR 249 RN: HUMANISTIC NURSING CONCEPTS FOR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

(formerly NUR 105 RN)

This is a bridge course for the Registered Nurse Undergraduate student. The course is open to Registered Nurses only. The history of the profession is examined to provide the student with a better understanding of current nursing leadership and practice (education, delivery and administration) in today’s health care environment. Legal and ethical aspects of nursing, as well as the emergent role of the nurse advocate, HIPAA implications, and current issues are discussed to illustrate nurses’ responsibility and accountability to their clients, their profession and themselves. This course focuses on professionalism. It is designed to help the RN synthesize previous learning and experience with new knowledge in order to develop a philosophy and an understanding of the nurse’s professional role. (Only RN/Completion students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) 3 credits
NUR 301 SELF-AWARENESS IN HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE

(formerly NUR 118)

This is an elective course that is offered to students who wish to pursue a “journey inward.” It affords the opportunity to look at and share parts of our lives that exist, but may be rarely focused upon. Participation is encouraged and enhanced by go-round activities and partner-sharing. Open to Non-Nursing majors.

Many exercises are utilized to meet these objectives, e.g., Gestalt workshop exercises, John Powell’s “Fully Human-Fully/Alive” seminars, practices of yoga techniques, Anthony de Mello’s video-tape and more. This is a totally experiential class. 15 hours/ offered over a weekend. (Offered Fall, Spring) 1 credit
NUR 302 SELF AWARENESS SECOND EXPERIENCE

This elective course will focus upon concepts explored in Self Awareness (NUR 301) such as anger, fear and relationships. The course will also look at “”how we live in today’s world” exploring love, success and contentment in this context. Class is experiential with discussion and partner sharing encouraged. Open to Non-Nursing majors. 15 hours offered over a weekend. (Offered Fall, Spring) 1 credit
NUR 315 NURSING RESEARCH

This is a Level III theory course, which addresses scientific methodology of research and its application to nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on theory and methods of research and critical evaluation of the research report. Group activities are directed to critiquing the research work of peers and others. Prerequisites*: MAT 114 or MAT 115, NUR 215, NUR 225. May Corequisite with NUR 320 and NUR 340. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$30.00. 3 credits

*For Dual Degree Students only: May take NUR 315 with NUR 216 and NUR 225.

*For RN/Dual Degree and RN/Completion Students only: NUR 249 or NUR 249 Module and all Nursing and Science Challenge Exams.
NUR 320 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: PERSPECTIVES OF HEALTH CARE ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN I

This is a Level III comprehensive course focusing on the professional nurse’s role in the care of acute health care problems of adults and children. This four (4) hour/week course focuses upon the application of the nursing process as related to the biological, psychological and socio-cultural needs of the clients with acute and chronic health care needs. Prerequisite: NUR 215, NUR 216, NUR 225. Pre- or Corequisite: NUR 315, NUR 340. (NUR 320 may be taken alone without NUR 340.) (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$138. 4 credits
NUR 325 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: PERSPECTIVES OF HEALTH CARE ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN I-CLINICAL

This is a Level III comprehensive clinical course focusing on the application of theory related to care of acute health problems of adults and children. The student spends eight (8) hours 3 days/ week for a total of 157 clinical hours for half the semester in a acute care setting. A two hour seminar for content integration will be held twice during the rotation. Prerequisites: NUR 215, NUR 216, NUR 225, NUR 320. Corequisites: NUR 345, NUR 360*, NUR 410*. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$270.00. 4 credits**

*Acceleration Criteria must be met to corequisite NUR 345 and/or NUR 325 with NUR 360 and/or NUR 410. See Acceleration Option in Catalog.

**For Dual Degree students need GPA of 3.0 and successful completion of NUR 320 and NUR 340 to take NUR 325 with NUR 345 and/or NUR 360 and/or NUR 410.
NUR 327 GERIATRIC ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

(also GRN 327) 3 credits
NUR 340 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

(formerly Humanistic Nursing Practice: Healthcare Perspectives of Man and Women)

This is a Level III nursing course focusing on issues and trends related to health care of men and women during the reproductive and childbearing cycles. This three (3) hour/week course focuses upon the application of the nursing process as related to male and female reproductive roles, sexuality and physiological/psychological abnormalities. Content related to conception, the childbearing process, postpartum and newborn assessment and care is included. Prerequisite: NUR 215, NUR 216, NUR 225. Pre- or corequisite: NUR 315, NUR 320 (NUR 340 may be taken with NUR 320 or after completion of NUR 320.) (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$138.00. 3 credits
NUR 345 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH - CLINICAL

(formerly Humanistic Nursing Practice: Reproductive Health - Clinical)

This is a Level III clinical nursing course focusing on application of theory related to all aspects of childbearing and reproductive health. The clinical is 84 hours for half the semester in an acute care setting. A seminar for content integration will be held during the rotation. Prerequisite: NUR 340. Pre- or corequisite: NUR 325, NUR 345 and/or NUR 360*, NUR 410*. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$270.00. 2 credits**

*Acceleration Criteria must be met to corequisite NUR 360 and/or NUR 410. See Acceleration Option in Catalog.

**Dual Degree students need GPA of 3.0 and successful completion of NUR 320 and NUR 340 to take NUR 325 and/or NUR 345 and/or NUR 360 and/or NUR 410.
NUR 350 RN: HEALTH ASSESSMENT IN THE COMMUNITY

(formerly NUR 250 RN)

This is a Level III course for the Registered Nurse undergraduate student which focuses on physical assessment skills with implications and applications to the individual as a member of a family unit.A comprehensive physical assessment of a selected adult and a wellness assessment of family members is conducted. The physical assessment is based on theory outlined in class. Strategies for the wellness assessment include health screening and risk appraisal. A health promotion plan including risk management is then developed within the Humanistic Nursing Framework. The student is responsible to secure an agreement with an individual and the family unit to conduct the assessments. Pre- or Corequisite: NUR 249 or NUR 249 module and all RN Challenge Exams and Science Exams, Corequisite: NUR 351. (Only RN/Dual Degree or RN/Completion students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$215.00. 2 credits
NUR 351 RN: INTEGRATIVE NURSING PRACTICE

(formerly NUR 251 RN)

This is a Level III course for the Registered Nurse undergraduate student. This course focuses on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual responses to wellness/altered health patterns. Holistic interventions are analyzed for incorporation into professional practice within the Humanistic Nursing Framework. The theory component encompasses integrative nursing care of individuals and families experiencing wellness/altered health patterns. The experiential component introduces the student to holistic healing modalities to promote self care. NUR 249 or NUR 249 module as prerequisite for RN Dual Degree students. Corequisite: NUR 350. (Only RN/Dual Degree or RN/Completion students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) 3 credits
NUR 352 RN: CULTURE OF HEALTH IN CHRONIC ILLNESS

(formerly NUR 252 RN)

This is a Level III theory course for the Registered Nurse undergraduate student. The course focuses on four topics within the Humanistic Nursing Framework. The topics included are community health concepts, chronic illness across the lifespan, the physically challenged and geriatric nursing. Prerequisites: all required challenges plus BIO 120, 121, 140. NUR 249 or NUR 249 Module as prerequisite for RN Dual Degree students. Prerequisite: NUR 350, NUR 351. Corequisite: ENV 101. (Only RN/Dual Degree or RN/Completion students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) 3 credits
NUR 353 RN: PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUES IN WORLD HEALTH

(formerly NUR 253 RN)

This is a Level III theory and clinical course for the Registered Nurse undergraduate student. This course focuses on the expansion, synthesis and application of prior knowledge to global health concerns. The three (3) hour/week theory component focuses on public health issues within the local, national and international communities. Application of community health and public health principles are discussed. The format of the course is didactic with a major portion devoted to student presentations on current and emerging public health issues around the world viewed within the Humanistic Nursing Framework. The ninety (90) hour/semester clinical component consists of selected field trips to enhance, validate and apply theoretical components and concepts, and increase the student’s understanding of the community/world as the client. Community health programs are conducted by students for selected aggregates and focus on high risk assessment, health promotion, and disease prevention. Prerequisite: NUR 249 or NUR 249 Module, NUR 350, NUR 351, NUR 352. (Only RN/Dual Degree or RN/Completion students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) Liability Insurance required. Fee-$240.00. 5 credits
NUR 360 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: PERSPECTIVES OF HEALTH CARE ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN II

This Level IV comprehensive course focuses on the professional nurse’s role in the care of acute health care problems of adults and children. This four (4) hour/week course focuses upon the application of the nursing process as related to the biological, psychological and socio-cultural needs of the clients with acute system illnesses. Prerequisite: NUR 215, NUR 216, NUR 225, NUR 320. Pre- or Corequisite: NUR 315, NUR 340. Corequisite: NUR 325*, NUR 345,* NUR 410.* (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$138.00. 4 credits**

*Acceleration Criteria must be met to corequisite NUR 325 and/or NUR 345. See Acceleration Option in Catalog.

**Dual Degree students need GPA of 3.0 and successful completion of NUR 320 and NUR 340 to take NUR 325 and/or NUR 345 and/or NUR 360 and/or NUR 410.

N.B. Level II Drug Calculation Test administered during this course. No progression to NUR 365 if unsuccessful.
NUR 365 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: PERSPECTIVES OF HEALTH CARE ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN II-CLINICAL

This Level IV comprehensive clinical course focuses on the application of theory related to the care of acute health problems of adults and children. The student spends eight (8) hours 3 days/ week for a total of 157 clinical hours for half the semester in a acute care setting. A seminar for content integration will be held during the rotation. Prerequisite: NUR 320, NUR 325, NUR 360. Corequisite: NUR 410. (Offered Fall, Spring, first half of semester only) Fee-$270.00. 4 credits
NUR 390 TOPICS IN NURSING

(formerly NUR 296)

In-depth study of topics not included in detail in the regular curriculum cycle. Title of the course will be announced prior to the term offered. Prerequisite: as noted. (Offered upon request) 1-3 credits
NUR 410 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: COMPREHENSIVE LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

Comprehensive leadership and management seminar is a Level IV course that focuses on the role of the nurse as leader/manager in the evolving health care system. The two (2) hours/week theoretical component focuses on the comprehension and application of management theories. Issues related to Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), financial management, collective bargaining and unionization, mentoring are several of the topics discussed in this seminar course. Prerequisite: NUR 320, NUR 325, NUR 340, NUR 345. Pre- or Corequisite: NUR 315, NUR 360. (Acceleration Criteria must be met to corequisite NUR 360 and NUR 410, See Acceleration option). (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$138.00. 2 credits**

**Dual Degree students need GPA of 3.0 and successful completion of NUR 320 and NUR 340 to take NUR 325 and/or NUR 345 and/or NUR 360 and/or NUR 410.
NUR 415 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: COMPREHENSIVE CLINICAL PRACTICUM

Comprehensive clinical practicum is a 195 hour independent clinical experience for the second half of the last semester. In this culminating course the student will actualize all previously synthesized material incorporating professional leadership/ management theories and strategies in the planning and implementation of professional humanistic nursing practice. The clinical experience is individually selected based on learning interest. A two hour seminar for content integration will be held bi-weekly during this course. Prerequisite: All Nursing Courses; All Science Courses. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$245.00. 5 credits

N.B.-Course is offered second half of either semester only.
NUR 470 INDEPENDENT STUDY

(formerly NUR 291)

Open to students able to pursue, in-depth, an area of special interest. Directed readings, discussion and study of a problem under guidance of a member of the department. Credits commensurate with project. Pre- or Corequisites: NUR 305, 306 and approval of chairperson and instructor(s). (Offered upon request) Credits vary
NUR 471 THEORETICAL TRANSITION TO PROFESSIONAL NURSING

This three (3) credit theory course is meant to provide transition to professional nursing for nurses with a baccalaureate degree in a non-nursing field. The Humanistic Nursing Framework at Molloy College is introduced and nurses are prepared in such areas as nursing research, critical thinking, leadership and management and legal/ethical/health care issues that face nurses in current practice in a variety of situations. 45 hours per semester. Tuition and credits are at the undergraduate level. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
NUR 496 RN: LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT

(formerly NUR 254 RN)

This is a Level IV theory and clinical course for the Registered Nurse undergraduate student. The two (2) hour/week theory component focuses on contemporary professional leadership/ management concepts and issues within the Humanistic Nursing Framework. Concepts such as managed care, collaboration and financial management are included. The concepts/issues are relevant to the Registered Nurse practicing in an integrated Health Care Network. The 135 hour/semester clinical component consists of individually selected experiences based on selected learning needs. Students are required to assemble a professional portfolio based on their experiences. Prerequisite: All prior nursing courses and Challenge Exams. (Only RN/Dual Degree or RN/Completion Students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) Liability Insurance required. Fee-$240.00. 5 credits
GRADUATE-LEVEL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR DUAL-DEGREE PROGRAM NURSING STUDENTS ONLY:
NUR 505 ADVANCED NURSING THEORY

This course explores the nature of nursing’s conceptual models and theories. Students are expected to interpret the view of current theorists in relation to the concepts of the Molloy Humanistic Nursing Framework. Emphasis is placed on comparing and contrasting recognized theories and their application to professional practice. (Offered Fall, Spring) 30 lecture hours per semester: 3 credits
NUR 510 CURRENT ISSUES IN PROFESSIONAL NURSING

This course provides for the critical analysis of professional nursing as influenced by social, cultural, political, economic, legal and educational trends. Emphasis will be placed on nursing’s mandate to hold in high esteem the uniqueness and dignity of all humanity. Consideration is given to ethical decision-making as it relates to social policy. Incorporated in the course will be debate and persuasive argumentation based on critical thinking. (Offered Fall, Spring) 30 lecture hours per semester: 3 credits
NUR 515 ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY

This course focuses on the exploration of current research findings in organizational theories. Students examine behaviors in organizations, with a particular focus on organizational design and structure, organizational culture and climate, theories of motivation, groups, leadership, power and conflict and change and organizational innovation. Students apply theories to actual situations in nursing education and nursing management through the use of case study analysis. (Offered Fall, Spring) 30 lecture hours per semester: 3 credits

Completion of the undergraduate program requires 124 semester hours of coursework: 62 hours of general education and support courses at an accredited college or university of the student’s choice, and 62 hours of study in the nursing major at the College of Nursing. The 62 hours of pre-nursing courses required at the freshman and sophomore years as a prerequisite to the nursing major include study in the areas of the humanities, communication skills, social sciences, natural sciences and mathematics. These required courses build a solid foundation for the nursing courses taken in the junior and senior years at the College.

Program Details

The program offers small class sizes, well-qualified faculty and diversity in teaching strategies. The curriculum focuses on promotion of health and care of clients across the lifespan for those experiencing mental and physical health problems and developmental disorders. The program of studies provides extensive theory, laboratory and clinical practice, building on knowledge from the discipline and practice of nursing and psychiatric nursing, as well as from the physical, biological, health and social sciences.

Experiences in practice settings are strategically positioned throughout the program. The program concludes with a 10-week course in a practice setting to facilitate consolidation of learning and set a solid foundation for a successful and fulfilling career in psychiatric nursing. Program graduates receive a Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing from MacEwan and are eligible to write the professional registration/licensure examination to become as RPN.
Program Length

The Psychiatric Nursing Program has an annual intake each fall. The program is scheduled over 28 months, with years one and two each extending from September to the beginning of June and Year Three comprising a single term (September to December).

On successful completion of all program requirements students receive a Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing from Grant MacEwan College.
Part Time

The Psychiatric Nursing Program does not have a part-time program option. However, as students admitted to this program have four years to complete all graduation requirements and be eligible for a Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing, they could extend their program over an additional academic year. Students considering this option are encouraged to consult with an advisor for assistance with program planning.

Taking the program courses as they are scheduled within the program of study promotes content integration and optimal learning outcomes. However, some students do choose to complete one or more non-nursing courses outside the program - for example, ENGL 108, PSYC 104, PSYC 105, HLSC 120 (Human Anatomy), HLSC 124 (Microbiology for Health Professionals), and HLSC 126/HLSC 128 (Human Physiology - 6 credits) - for purposes of managing their program workload.

Students who want to maintain full-time status throughout their program should exercise caution about the number of courses they complete outside the program schedule. Consideration for the Dean’s List (GPA of 3.7 or higher) or First Class Standing (GPA of 3.30-3.69) as a program student requires registration in “twenty-four (24) or more credits of study in two consecutive terms and not less than twelve (12) credits during a term” (MacEwan Academic Standing policy C2070). Academic Standing is assessed at the end of the winter term. A similar course load requirement also applies to eligibility for most scholarships and awards. Thus, if you want to receive consideration for academic merit, scholarships and other awards during the program, or you want to be full-time for Student Loan purposes, you will need to carefully plan your course work - by first considering the impact on the course workload for that term if you complete one or more courses in advance.

Entry to this program is competitive. As well, a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 on a 4-point scale is required for progression between academic years and for graduation with a Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing. A minimum grade of C- is required in every program course - including the non-nursing courses - in order to receive course credit. We therefore encourage you to plan for a course load that will optimize opportunities for your success.

The adult health clinical nurse specialist major is a 42-credit-hour program. It is designed for either part- or full-time study. The graduate courses in the adult health clinical nurse specialist major offer a wide range of advanced practice learning experiences in a variety of health care settings. The required courses in the major provide a solid foundation in the use of research and theory as a basis for the diagnosis and treatment of illness and the promotion of wellness. Students build knowledge and skill in a specialty practice area through individualized, clinically-focused learning experiences. Elective courses enable students to tailor their studies to meet their career goals or emerging employment opportunities.

The program includes 500 hours of supervised clinical practice. Graduates are eligible for certification as Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Through individualized planning, students may also be eligible for Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist offered by the AACN Certification Corporation or Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist offer by Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation.

What is an adult clinical nurse specialist (CNS)?

A clinical nurse specialist is an advanced practice nurse. CNSs specialize in a delimited area of practice. CNSs are clinical experts in nursing and focus on the diagnosis and treatment of illness and the promotion of wellness. A CNS uses theory and research to guide and improve nursing care and to make important and unique contributions to health care, including:
providing expert nursing care to complex patients in a variety of health care settings, such as communities, hospitals, home care, corporate, and others;
developing, implementing, and evaluating population-based programs of care;
developing and evaluating innovative interventions that achieve improved clinical and fiscal outcomes;
collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate health care services and to implement best practice models;
developing research utilization projects that lead to innovative health care practices, and evaluating products and devices; and
mentoring nursing staff in solving patient care problems.

The mission of the Department of Nursing is to prepare academically and clinically competent professional nurses to deliver holistic health care, integrating the values of a liberal arts education with professional preparation.

GOAL OF THE DEPARTMENT OF NURSING

The Department of Nursing provides a learning environment that cultivates the development of:
Personal and professional responsibility
Ethical leadership
A commitment to life-long learning
A foundation for the pursuance of an advanced role in nursing

The mission of Morningside College centers on a passion for life-long learning, and a dedication to ethical leadership and civic responsibility. The philosophy of the Department of Nursing arises from the mission and vision of Morningside College and the faculty’s beliefs about education and the paradigm of nursing, person, health, and environment.

Morningside College, through its academic and extra-curricular programs, provides a solid foundation for the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes characteristic to a baccalaureate liberal arts education. Liberal arts education promotes the development of critical thinking which is essential for clinical judgment and ethical decision making. The Morningside educational experience is enriched by meaningful interdisciplinary collaboration and program offerings in which students encounter diversity of thought and perspectives. The Department of Nursing, as an integral part of the college community, reflects this philosophy in the belief that the integrated educational experience provided by liberal arts education is essential to the acquisition and critical application of scientific and humanistic knowledge and competencies required of the professional nurse. The learning culture in the college and the department nurtures the personal and professional development of the individual in the process of becoming a professional nurse.

Education is a continuous and cumulative life process that occurs in a variety of ways and settings. The responsibility for the pursuit of knowledge in an educational setting is shared by both teacher and learner in a cooperative and creative relationship. A variety of learning theories and teaching-learning strategies are necessary in order to optimize learning for diverse students. Learning results in both personal and professional development and maturation of insight, critical thinking skills and value-based behaviors.