Cover Sheet
RN to BSN Degree Program Info
Process Major Curriculum|Modify|Ugrad/Pro
Status Pending
Submitter Kiley,Cecile D [email protected] Created 9/23/2014 11:19:20 AM Updated 9/30/2014 12:18:27 PM
Description This RN to BSN degree will be a new track within the College of Nursing undergraduate program.
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Step Status Group User Comment Updated
Department Approved NUR - Nursing
313101000 Haddad, Linda 9/23/2014
College Approved NUR - College
of Nursing Haddad, Linda 9/23/2014
University Curriculum Committee
Comment PV - University Curriculum Committee (UCC)
Gebhardt,
Susan added to October 2014
agenda 9/30/2014
University Curriculum Committee
Pending PV - University Curriculum Committee (UCC)
9/30/2014
Office of the Registrar Student Academic Support System Catalog College Notified
Modify the Curriculum of a Major Revised 10/2/2014 UF, Academic Affairs
Modify the Curriculum of a Major
This process should be used to change the required or elective coursework in a graduate or professional major, or the eight‐semester plan or critical tracking in an undergraduate major. To change the total credits, limited access status, major name, delivery platform or funding model, follow the procedures at http://approval.ufl.edu. Instructions for completing this form are on the last page.
Major to be Modified
1. Major Name Nursing 2. Major Code NR
3. Degree Program Name RN‐BSN Degree Program
4. Effective Term
Spring 2015
5. Proposed ChangesThe RN to BS degree is being re‐opened within the College of Nursing undergraduate program with major changes. The track will compose of 31 credit hours. The program will be an online program.
6. Pedagogical Rationale/Justification
With the increasing complexity of the health care environment, the impact of educational levels on patient out‐ comes, and the changing expectations of employers, it is vital that RNs with associate degree seek higher degrees. Therefore starting the e CON’s RN‐BS Completion Program will allows Registered Nurse with associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited program to earn their BS in Nursing.
7. Projected Impact on Initial Enrollment, Retention, Graduation
We proposing to accept 30 students annually, so that mean we are expanding our undergraduate total enrolments. This will imply we will have more graduates from our program, we do not anticipate that this program will affect retention at all. This program will have no impact on our current undergraduate programs.
Prepare a document showing the catalog copy with the current and proposed curricula either in a side‐by‐ side comparison or edited using the “track changes” feature in Word.
Prepare supporting documentation from other colleges indicating availability of seats in courses that are affected by the change in credits and support for the proposed application, if overlap is a concern.
Modify the Curriculum of a Major Revised 10/2/2014 UF, Academic Affairs
Instructions
Please note: this form should be used to request a change in the required or elective coursework in an
undergraduate or professional major, or the eight‐semester plan or critical tracking in an undergraduate major. To change the total credits, limited access status, major name, delivery platform or funding model, follow the procedures at http://approval.ufl.edu..
Major to Be Modified
1. Enter the name of the major. Example: “Mathematical Modeling” 2. Enter the two‐letter or three‐letter major code.
3. Enter the name of the degree program in which the major is offered.
4. Enter the term (semester and year) that the curriculum change would be effective. Proposed Changes
5. Describe the proposed changes to the curriculum. Pedagogical Rationale/Justification
6. Describe the rationale for the proposed changes to the curriculum. Projected Impact on Initial Enrollment, Retention, Graduation
7. Describe any potential impact of the curriculum changes on students who are currently in the major.
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
RN-BSN Track
(from 2007-08 UF Catalog)
Program for Registered Nurses - RN to BSN
The College of Nursing offers a course of study for associate degree registered nurses (RN) who desireto earn a baccalaureate degree in nursing. The program is designed for working nurses and can be
completed in 5 semesters of primarily online part‐time study. RN to BSN students will earn 30 upper level credit hours based upon current RN licensure and by completion of a professional portfolio at the end of 3rd semester. meet college graduation requirements through credit by examination, classroom attendance and clinical experiences. A class schedule is tailored to meet the needs of working RNs.
The baccalaureate prepared nurse is equipped to manage complex and changing healthcare environments of the future. Course work focuses on development of problem solving professional nursing practice and includes content that will broaden and strengthen the registered nurse student’s preparation for professional nursing practice. repertoire of knowledge and skills. Content includes pathophysiology, pharmacology, health assessment, professional socialization, finance, health care delivery, research and family/community nursing. Clinical experiences are with individuals, families and groups in community settings.
The practicum is the culminating clinical experience and provides an opportunity for integration and
synthesis of professional role behaviors and evidence-based practice. An elective permits students to pursue individual interests and to avail themselves of knowledge from other disciplines.
A current unencumbered Florida registered nurse license is required in addition to the criteria for enrollment in the college’s undergraduate nursing courses.
Minimum Application Requirements (In addition to meeting all UF
Transfer Admission Requirements):
Associate of Science degree in nursing from an ACEN (formerly NLNAC) accredited program..
Active, unencumbered Florida RN license
Completion of two sequential courses of foreign language in secondary school or 8-10 semester hours at the postsecondary level, or
documentation of an equivalent level of proficiency.
An overall GPA of at least 2.8.
A grade of C or better in all required pre-professional courses.
Resume/curriculum vitae
Two professional reference from persons familiar with your recent work
A statement of intent, that does not exceed two typed (double-spaced) pages that discuss your expectations of the BSN program and your goals
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Fulfillment of the College Level Academic Skills Test (CLAST) requirement.
Satisfactory completion of communication and computation requirements.
Required Before Enrolling in Nursing Courses
An active license to practice as a registered nurse in Florida prior to clinical courses.
Certification in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for health care providers.
Compliance with college health policy requirements and immunizations.
Personal health insurance.
Level II background check.
Curriculum Plan for RN to BSN Studies
Semester 1 Credits
NUR 3816xxx Dimensions of Professional Nursing in the Evolving Healthcare System 3
NUR 3069xxxC Comprehensive munication and Health Assessment 3
Total 6
Semester 2 Credits
NUR 3129xxx Comprehensive Pathophysiology and Pharmacologyfor Nursing 4 3 NUR 3145826 Legal & Ethical Issues in NursingPharmacology for Nursing 2 3
Elective 3
Total 6 9
Semester 3
NUR 3197 Genetics & Genomics in Nursing Practice 2
NUR 3169 Inquiry & Evidence in Professional Nursing Practice 3
NUR xxxx Seminar in Professional Nursing 1
6
Semester 43 Credits
NUR 4635xxxx Nursing Care Management: Community Health Nursing 4 3 NUR 4837 Healthcare Policy, Finance, & Regulatory Environments635L Clinical Nursing:
Community Health Care Application 2
NUR 4165 Introduction to the Research Process in Nursing 6 3
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Total 86
Semester 45 Credits
NUR 4829 Principles of Leadership and Management for Professionalin Nursing Practice 2 3 NUR 49447L Transition to Professional Practice RN/BSN Practicum ** 5 3
Total 7 6
Subtotal (upper division) 31 29 Subtotal (credit by portfolioescrow) 30 5 Total (upper division) 61 4 Total (Associates degreelower division) 60
Total Credits for Degree 121
