2003-2004 Academic Catalog

143 Nursing School of Engineering, Nursing, and Science Purpose Statement We, the Department of Nursing at Cedarville University, are called to educate nursing students who fulfill God’s purpose for their lives in local communities and throughout the world. Through the power of the Holy Spirit we are leaders in promoting the health of people in a variety of settings. We are devoted to God’s service through the ministry of nursing. The Department of Nursing seeks to produce graduates who demonstrate mastery in four primary areas: godly living, care, culture, and information management. Accreditation and Licensure National The Department of Nursing Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. State The Cedarville University Department of Nursing has full approval by the Ohio Board of Regents and the Ohio Board of Nursing. Registration Graduates are eligible for admission to the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) for licensure as a registered nurse in any state. Personal Requirements Students who wish to apply for admission to Cedarville Univer- sity and major in nursing need a strong commitment to leading a godly lifestyle and to learning ways to use nursing as a ministry for Christ. A college preparatory curriculum including four years of both mathematics and science provides the best academic preparation for the nursing major. An ACT composite score of 24 (or SAT composite of 1100) or greater is highly recommended. Department Requirements Admission to Nursing Clinical Courses Students apply for admission to the Department of Nursing clinical courses during the spring semester of their sophomore year . Students who meet the following criteria are admitted: 1. Earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher. 2. Earn a “C-” or above in all required courses. 3. Write and have approved a statement of career goals. 4. Provide a recommendation from the respective academic advisor. 5. Provide appropriate health information. 6. Pay an application fee ($25 non-refundable). 7. Provide evidence of liability insurance ($1 million/ $3 million limits). 8. Maintain current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). 9. Demonstrate computer literacy. 10. Demonstrate a level of health consistent with safe nursing practice. 11. Achieve a passing grade on the applied mathematics exam given by the Department of Nursing. 12. Complete required prerequisite courses prior to enrollment in clinical nursing courses. (Students may leave no more than three outstanding general education or Bible courses prior to beginning nursing clinical courses.) RetentionRequirements 1. Earn a grade of “C-” or above in all nursing courses. 2. Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.25 or higher. 3. Maintain current CPR certification and professional liability insurance. 4. Attain clinical objectives. 5. Receive a positive recommendation by the faculty of the Department of Nursing. Graduation Requirements 1. Earn a grade of “C-” or above in all nursing courses. 2. Register for admission to the examination for state licen- sure as a registered nurse. 3. Earn a passing score on a national standardized nursing examination. If a passing score is not attained the student must complete an individually designed remediation program. 4. Receive a positive recommendation by the faculty of the Department of Nursing. 5. Meet university requirements for graduation. Financial Aid Federal Nursing Student Loans are available to qualified students who have been admitted to the nursing program. Some additional scholarships are available through our endowments although primarily offered to upperclassmen accepted into the Department of Nursing clinical courses. Information is available in the department office, the Financial Aid Office, and on the FAO homepage. Programs of Study Cedarville’s nursing program leads to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Nursing students may also select a minor in cross-cultural nursing. Licensed Nurses Who Wish to Earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) The curriculum plan for the R.N. and L.P.N. is individually designed on the basis of previous coursework. Interested students should request R.N.-B.S.N. or L.P.N.-B.S.N. education information from the Department of Nursing. Specific information concerning transfer admission and the transfer of college credit is in the Admissions section of this catalog. Co-Curricular Opportunities Christian Nurses Association The Christian Nurses Association promotes spiritual growth and professional development for nurses and service for the commu- nity. Membership is open to all nursing students. Technical Resources • Barrett Clinical Lab Industry-standard technology for on- site learning of basic clinical skills required for nursing care • 20-Station Multi-Media Lab Equipped with a variety of software programs to supplement out-of-class student learning Career Opportunities Graduate and professional schools welcome Cedarville graduates. Nursing graduates obtain positions in the following settings: medical centers, public health departments, home health agencies, clinics, nursing homes, schools, work sites, mental health facilities, and the mission field.