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Mission
The mission of the Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing is
to educate baccalaureate and advanced practice nurses for lives of
Christian service and leadership to meet the ever changing health care
needs of a global society.
Philosophy
The PHSSN functions
within the structure of an educational consortium consisting of Abilene
Christian University, Hardin-Simmons University and McMurry University. We
accept the underlying philosophy and objectives of the consortium
universities that individuals be educationally prepared in a manner that
promotes the development of intellectual, cultural, moral and religious
values. Faculty believe the role of private, church related universities is
to provide the scientific and liberal arts foundation and the moral and
religious values needed for individuals seeking intellectual, spiritual,
cultural and economic self-improvement
Faculty believe
that nursing is a profession that is responsive to the changing health care
needs of individuals and is supported by an ever-changing foundation of
knowledge from both the arts, sciences, and technology. This knowledge
establishes a foundation for development of a core competency in
professional nursing. Nurses, through study and interdisciplinary
collaborations, expand their understanding of health, environment and
person. This expansion of knowledge provides a holistic foundation for
nursing care.
Faculty believe
that development of critical thinking, communication, clinical skills,
creativity and self-direction are essential elements in nursing education.
Through the educational process faculty seek to promote awareness of
social, cultural, racial and ethnic diversity, and provide opportunities
for students to experience success in their professional pursuits. We value
diversity in both students and faculty, believing it enriches professional
growth and development. The educational process is a shared responsibility
between faculty and students that promotes progressive mastery and
increased learner maturity.
Faculty believe
that baccalaureate education in nursing prepares a generalist capable of
providing and coordinating care to clients. Faculty believe that graduates
of baccalaureate nursing programs should be able to synthesize information
from various disciplines, reason logically, analyze critically, apply
principles of teaching and learning and communicate effectively with
clients and other health care professionals. Faculty expect graduates to be
able to apply knowledge exemplifying legal, ethical and professional
standards in formulation of judgment and performance of skills in a broad
range of clinical situations and settings. Graduates of PHSSN are able to
demonstrate entry level competencies and function in the role of Provider
of Care, Coordinator of Care and as a Member of a Profession.
Implicit in the
practice of professional nursing is the acceptance of accountability for
lifelong learning as foundation for professional growth, competent practice
and effective leadership. Lifelong commitment to intellectual inquiries
supports optimal development of both the individual and the profession.
(Adopted Spring 2004)
Admissions
Acceptance by
and admission to the parent university does not guarantee that the student
will be selected for enrollment in the School of Nursing. A separate
admission process is required for a student to be admitted to PHSSN.
Admission is competitive, and the size of each class is determined by the
availability of space and clinical facilities.
Some
non-traditional students may have an opportunity as second-degree seeking
students who meet the qualifications for the Alternative Entry Rapid
Mobility Program. This collaborative program involves an online BSN program
for courses with face-to-face clinical experiences.
The School of
Nursing will review all applications with a minimum cumulative grade point
average (GPA) of 3.00 in the lower division nursing curriculum based on a
4.00 scale. Nursing core courses completed with a letter grade less than C
will not be accepted toward the Bachelor of Science in Nursing or the
Bachelor of Applied Studies in Nursing degrees.
Students are
also required to take and successfully complete a nursing entrance exam
(ERI)
Students must
have ALL nursing core prerequisites completed before entering the PHSSN.
Students must
complete a Certified Nurse Aid (CNA) program or equivalent before entering
PHSSN. The School of Nursing offers a Introduction Nursing Skills Course
that will meet the requirement.
Students must
successfully complete a Pathophysiology course with at least a grade of
"C" before entering PHSSN.
Students must apply
for admission to PHSSN. The deadline for submitting application for
admission in to the fall 2009 semester is from November 10, 2008 until
February 6, 2009 at 5:00 PM. Late applications will NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Once accepted,
students must submit evidence of physical examination and of physical
health that is consistent with meeting the objectives of the program.
Tetanus, diphtheria, and hepatitis B immunizations are required. If not
administered, a physician's statement is requried. Rubella screening is
required. Immunizations will be necessary if screening titer indicates lack
of immunity. Evidence of negative tuberculosis must be presented. Health
reports and test results will be availalbe to health agencies used for
student learning upon request by an authorized representative of the
agency.
Students who
have any physical or mental disabilities (i.e. ADD, ADHD) must provide
official medical documentation of the disability and information in regard
to his or her ability to meet the requirements of the program.
Undergraduate
Program Purpose
Baccalaureate
nursing education prepares the graduate for the practice of professional
nursing. It prepares a nurse who can effectively participate as a change
agent in the delivery of a broad spectrum of health services required by
society today and in the future. The School of Nursing exists for the
purpose of preparing entry-level professional nurses whose personal, social
and professional potentials have been developed to provide a foundation for
continued growth and learning. The courses and clinical experiences are
designed to help students understand and integrate the role of the
professional nurse in today's complex world of health care.
Through the
educational process, faculty seek to promote awareness of social, cultural
and ethnic diversity as well as legal/ethical issues in nursing and to
provide opportunities for students to experience success and satisfaction
in their professional pursuits. The faculty of PHSSN exist for the purpose
of contributing to excellence in nursing, the body of knowledge of nursing,
teaching, research, and public service. Further, the nursing faculty
provides the professional nursing student an environment in which classroom
theory may be applied and evaluated under close supervision in a clinical
setting. The undergraduate program provides a foundation for graduate
education.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program of nursing the graduate
will be prepared to:
- Use the nursing process as a guide to deliver
ethical and competent comprehensive nursing care to clients in a
variety of settings.
- Demonstrate responsibility and accountability to
clients, other health care workers and the profession of nursing.
- Communicate effeciently with clients and other
members of the health care team.
- Demonstrate leadership and management skills in the
delivery of health care services and the practice of professional
nursing.
- Use research findings and community resources in
interacting with clients to promote wellness and facilitate
restoration of health or a dignified death.
- Accept accountability for practice behaviors,
action and responsibility for life long personal and professional
development.
- The graduate will be prepared to use technology to
expand learning resources and enhance collaboration anc communication.
Board of Nurse
Examiners
The Board of Nurse
Examiners has identified certain circumstances that may render a potential
candidate ineligible for licensure as a registered nurse in the State of
Texas. The Board provides individuals the opportunity to petition the Board
of Declaratory Order as to their eligibility in accordance with article
4519(a) of the Nursing Practice Act.
If you are required
to answer “YES” to any of the following questions, please detach the
request for a Declaratory Order Petition on the back of this page and
return it to the Board’s office. Remember, only if you answer “YES” to one
of the questions, do you need to fill out the Declaratory Order Petition.
Processing your Petition may take 6 to 9 months or longer, depending on
your circumstances. Once all requested documents have been received, the
Petition will be submitted to the Legal Department for review. You will be
notified when the review is complete.
1.
Have you ever been denied licensure by any licensing/certifying authority
in anycountry, state, or province?
2.
Have you ever had disciplinary action taken against you by any
licensing/certifying authority in any country, state, or province?
3.
Have you ever been convicted of a crime or received deferred order, with or
without an adjudication of guilt, for felony or misdemeanor offense other
than a minor traffic violation?
4.
Have you ever been diagnosed with or treated or hospitalized in the past
five (5) years for schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders, bipolar
disorder, paranoid personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder,
or borderline personality disorder. (You may answer “no” if you have
complete and/or are in compliance with TPAPN for mental illness.)
5.
Have you been addicted or treated for the use of alcohol or any other drug
within the past five (5) years? ( You may answer “no” if you have completed
and/or are in compliance with TPAPN for substance abuse.)
6.
Have you been issued any order concerning your eligibility for examination
or licensure by this Board or have you ever received a proposal of
ineligibility from the Board?
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