Nursing - RN to BSN Emphasis (BSN) / Master of Science in Nursing in Leadership and Administration (MSN)

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Program Information

Nursing - RN to BSN Emphasis (BSN)

All courses must be passed with a “C” (2.0) or better to be counted in the major.
This program requires the completion of MATH 1031 - Statistical Reasoning or MATH 1040 - Statistical Inference . Students who are not prepared for this math course, or have not completed this requirement prior to starting at SUU, may need additional math credits/preparation, which may affect time to graduation. Please consult your Student Success Advisor for more information.

Master of Science in Nursing in Leadership and Administration (MSN)

Graduate students must complete their program within six (6) years of matriculation.
All courses must be passed with a minimum grade of “B-” (2.7) to count in the program. Any failed course (“F” or “UW”) may result in dismissal from the program.
Students must earn a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 to graduate. Students who fail to maintain a 3.0 GPA average may be dismissed from the program.

Nursing - RN to BSN Emphasis (B.S.N.)

General Education (0-28+ Credits)

An Associate of Science (AS) degree from a Utah State Institution (USHE) satisfies General Education/pre-admission requirements if the degree includes the American Institutions Requirement (see General Education ) and either MATH 1031 - Statistical Reasoning or MATH 1040 - Statistical Inference . If not, these courses must be taken prior to graduation. All other degree types will be evaluated on an individual basis. Some or all of the General Education classes may need to be completed before students can graduate.

Nursing - RN to BSN Curriculum (30 Credits)

NURS 3101 - Foundations of Professional Nursing for the RN to BSN 3 Credit(s)
NURS 3121 - Health Assessment for the RN to BSN 3 Credit(s)
NURS 3261 - Health Promotion and Education for the RN to BSN 3 Credit(s)
NURS 4341 - Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults for the RN to BSN 3 Credit(s)
NURS 4351 - Population Care for the RN to BSN 3 Credit(s)
NURS 4361 - Evidence Based Practice for the RN to BSN 3 Credit(s)
NURS 4421 - Influencing Quality in Healthcare for the RN-BSN 3 Credit(s)
NURS 4441 - Contemporary Issues in Nursing for the RN to BSN 3 Credit(s)
NURS 4471 - Management of the Complex Patient for RN to BSN 3 Credit(s)
NURS 4551 - Leadership and Management for the RN to BSN 3 Credit(s)

Free Upper-Division Electives (10 Credits)

Complete a minimum of 10 credits of upper-division electives (courses numbered 3000-4999). This requirement may be fulfilled by credits earned prior to matriculation into the RN to BSN program.

Total Credits, BSN Degree: 30+ (not including transfer courses)

MSN in Leadership and Administration Curriculum (30 Credits)

Nursing Requirements (21 Credits)

NURS 6110 - Nursing Leadership Theory 3 Credit(s)
NURS 6210 - Integrated Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, and Health Assessment 3 Credit(s)
NURS 6310 - Health Policy for Nurse Leaders 3 Credit(s)
NURS 6320 - Evidence-based Practice in Nursing Leadership 3 Credit(s)
NURS 6410 - Ethics in Nursing Leadership 3 Credit(s)
NURS 6510 - Innovation and Information in Nursing Leadership 3 Credit(s)
NURS 6520 - MSN Nursing Capstone 3 Credit(s)

Business Requirements (9 Credits)

BA 6000 - Business Foundations 3 Credit(s)
HCA 6100 - Introduction to Healthcare Administration 3 Credit(s)
MGMT 6100 - Managing People and Organizations 3 Credit(s)

Total Credits, MSN Degree: 30

Total Credits, BSN/MSN Joint Degree: 60+ Credits (not including transfer courses)

Program Learning Outcomes

RN to BSN

Students will integrate, translate and apply nursing knowledge as well as knowledge from other disciplines in nursing practice.
Students will demonstrate respect for a client’s beliefs, values, and knowledge while providing holistic, individualized care.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the population healthcare delivery continuum from public health prevention to disease management of populations.
Students will describe collaborative activities with both traditional and non-traditional partnerships to promote the improvement of equitable population health outcomes.
Students will participate in the scholarship of nursing, integrate best evidence into nursing practice, and promote the ethical conduct of scholarly activities.
Students will analyze system effectiveness and individual performance to enhance quality and minimize risk of harm to patients and providers.
Employ intentional collaboration across professions and with care team members, patients, families, communities, and other stakeholders to optimize care, enhance the healthcare experience, and strengthen outcomes.
Students will effectively and proactively coordinate community resources to provide safe, quality, and equitable care to diverse populations within complex systems of health and social care.
Students will utilize information technology and communication tools to deliver and document safe, effective nursing care to diverse populations in a variety of settings.
Students will formulate and cultivate a professional nursing identity that reflects the characteristics and values of the nursing profession.
Students will engage in learning and activities which foster personal wellness, growth, and promote lifelong learning.
Students will demonstrate professional maturity through practice to show the acquisition of professional behaviors and development and enhancement of effective leadership skills.

MSN in Leadership and Administration

Synthesize knowledge from nursing and other health-related sciences as the foundation for nursing leadership.
Lead change through interprofessional care teams to improve quality outcomes.
Demonstrate leadership to advance a culture of excellence through lifelong learning.
Navigate and integrate care services across the healthcare system.
Design innovative nursing practices and translate evidence into practice.
Demonstrate ethical and culturally responsive leadership.