School of Nursing
The Rochester College School of Nursing strives to prepare you for a fulfilling and challenging nursing career applying a relationship-based care model. Our program offers challenging academics within a Christian community to prepare nurses who are socially conscious and professionally skilled.
The nursing profession continues to grow dramatically. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that “overall job opportunities are expected to be excellent for registered nurses,” and “RNs with at least a bachelor’s degree will have better job prospects than those without a bachelor’s.” Basically, there are not enough nurses, and there has not been enough nursing training.
The Rochester College School of Nursing is here to help you enter this successful and personally rewarding field. First-time college students can begin traditional nursing studies after they complete their pre-nursing requirements and are accepted into the School of Nursing. The nursing program will require three years to complete with a minimum of 126 credit hours.
Our nursing school will offer you small class sizes, excellent student-faculty ratios, and clinical work primarily with Crittenton Hospital.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE),
One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530 | Washington, DC 20036-1120, 202.887.6791 | www.aacn.nche.edu.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Rochester College School of Nursing is to prepare professional nurses in an academically challenging Christian community to provide socially conscious and professionally skilled practice in a diverse and rapidly changing health care environment. The curriculum is designed to enhance students’ understanding of health and illness in the context of a Christian environment using the relationship-based care model.
The School of Nursing is professionally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Click to view Certificate of Accreditation from CCNE.
Career Opportunities
The nursing program provides BSN students the opportunity to explore career options in various areas within hospital and community settings. Students advance their understanding of the nursing profession and expand their leadership potential in the areas of management and health education within the community. More than ever, employers recognize the value of baccalaureate-prepared RNs. This degree commonly offers graduates career opportunities at and beyond the bedside.
Requirement for the BS in Nursing
| General Education Core | 42* | |
|---|---|---|
| *ENG 1113 and MAT 1103 are satisfied with 25+ on English and Math portions of ACT. PED credit is satisfied by participation on an athletic team. | ||
| Required Support Courses (Pre-requisites for School of Nursing admission) | 20 | |
| CHE 1314 Intro to Chemistry I (taken in general education core) | - | |
| CHE 1324 Intro to Chemistry II | 4 | |
| BIO 1014 Biological Science I with Lab | 4 | |
| BIO 2011 Intro to Anatomy/Physiology Lab | 1 | |
| BIO 2013 Intro to Anatomy/Physiology Lecture | 3 | |
| BIO 3324 Microbiology | 4 | |
| *PSY1001 Writing in APA Style | 1 | |
| PSY2223 Life Span Development | 3 | |
| *Can be taken in the first semester of nursing major. | ||
| Nursing Major | 64 | |
| NUR 2101 Introduction to Professional Nursing | 1 | |
| NUR 2204 Integrated Pathophysiology | 4 | |
| NUR 2304 Health Assessment | 4 | |
| NUR 2402 Community Wellness I with clinical | 2 | |
| NUR 2503 Nursing Foundations | 3 | |
| NUR 2604 Innovative Pharmacology | 4 | |
| NUR 2704 Community Wellness II with clinical | 4 | |
| NUR 2803 Nutritional Health Promotion | 3 | |
| NUR 3214 Adult Nursing I with clinical | 4 | |
| NUR 3314 Mental-Health Nursing with clinical | 4 | |
| NUR 3411 Applied Nursing Research I | 1 | |
| NUR 3413 Applied Nursing Research II | 3 | |
| NUR 3514 Maternal-Infant Nursing with clinical | 4 | |
| NUR 3614 Pediatric Nursing with clinical | 4 | |
| NUR 4114 Adult Nursing II with clinical | 4 | |
| NUR 4214 Population Based Nursing ith clinical | 4 | |
| NUR 4312 Nursing Empowerment | 2 | |
| NUR 4414 Pre-Licensure Capstone Practicum | 4 | |
| NUR 4514 Holistic Nursing Leadership | 4 | |
| NUR 4611 Comprehensive Nursing | 1 | |
| Minor recommended (not required) – 18 Additional hours for a minor | 0 | |
| TOTAL FOR NURSING MAJOR | 126 | |
How to Apply: – Deadline June 1, 2013
- Be a fully accepted student at Rochester College.
- All pre-requisite courses listed in the BSN degree plan must be completed with a grade of C or above and official transcripts received by Rochester College verifying this.
- Follow the instructions on “Reflective Writing Essay” document. This essay must be in .doc or .docx format and emailed to sgriffin@rc.edu by June 1, 2013. No hard copies can be accepted.
- Once all forms and documents have been received by the School of Nursing, they will be reviewed and all eligible prospects will be contacted to set up an appointment for a group interview.
Upon Official Acceptance: – Deadline August 26, 2013
- Refer to the “RC Nursing School Next Steps” document. This can be found under the documents tab above. All required documentation must be received in the Nursing Office (RAC 121) by August 26, 2013. Students may not attend a NUR class session until everything has been submitted.
- Print out “Comprehensive Clinical Health Form” to be used for the physical exam on the “Next Steps” form. Page 1 is to be completed by applicant. Page 2 will be completed by the health care provider. This should be received in the Nursing Office by August 26, 2013.
Note: All documents can be found under the documents tab above.
Documents for the Nursing Program:
- RC Nursing School Next Steps PDF: 137K
- Comprehensive Clinical Form PDF: 53K
- Reflective Writing Essay PDF: 58K
- RC SON BSN Handbook 2012-13 PDF: 270K
These forms are in Acrobat PDF format. Download the Free Adobe Acrobat Reader.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE),
One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530 | Washington, DC 20036-1120, 202.887.6791 | www.aacn.nche.edu.
Course Descriptions
NUR 2101 Introduction to Professional Nursing
Introduction to concepts of communication, professionalism, protection of patients’ rights, leadership, and management skills of the baccalaureate prepared nurse. Particular emphasis placed on relationship-based caring theories/theorists. PR: Admission to the BSN Program.
NUR 2204 Integrated Pathophysiology
Study of various disease processes that relate to an individual’s unique pathophysiology across cultures. PR: Admission to the BSN Program.
NUR 2304 Health Assessment
Foundational techniques in physical, spiritual, and psycho-social assessment applied in the nursing skills laboratory, such as obtaining health history for a full physical and mental health assessment and vital signs. Simulation experiences augment the curriculum. PR: Admission to the BSN Program.
NUR 2402 Community Wellness I with Clinical
Explores the unique methods, tools, and settings that the BSN nurse applies and interacts with in the community. Foundational health assessment techniques utilized with community groups. PR: Admission to the BSN Program.
NUR 2503 Nursing Foundations
Advanced nursing skills, such as assessment of vital signs and assisting with self-care in various health care settings. Application of infection control principles, medication administration, and wound care across the wellness spectrum. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 2604 Innovative Pharmacology
Investigation and examination of holistic, over-the-counter, and prescriptive medications. Current pharmacology trends will be analyzed. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 2704 Community Wellness II with Clinical
Examination of data within the community assessments with subsequent development of nursing interventions to promote community wellness in the extended care facility and in-patient population. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 2803 Nutritional Health Promotion
Analysis of the integral role of nutrition in maintaining and promoting personal and community health. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 3214 Adult Nursing I with Clinical
Assessment and supportive measures provided to adults experiencing various illnesses. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 3314 Mental Health Nursing with Clinical
Foundations of mental health with emphasis on illness prevention within various community settings. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 3411 Applied Nursing Research I
Foundations of nursing research with application to various health care issues and settings. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 3413 Applied Nursing Research II
Exposure to and use of online databases to survey nursing research that guides evidence-based practice. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 3514 Maternal Infant Nursing
Health assessment and health promotion of mother and baby in various community settings. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 3614 Pediatric Nursing with Clinical
Addresses health assessment and health promotion of children in various community settings. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 4114 Adult Nursing II with Clinical
Advanced assessment and health teaching for adults experiencing various acute illnesses and chronic health challenges. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 4214 Population Based Nursing with Clinical
Community health issues addressed in partnerships with residents in various communities. Focus on health promotion and disease prevention. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 4312 Nursing Empowerment
Assessment of populations across various income levels and cultures with emphasis on skill building and proactive community participation. Exploration of the legal and professional responsibilities of a registered nurse. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 4414 Pre-Licensure Capstone Practicum
Individualized clinical immersion experience emphasizing professionalism and autonomy within assigned health care setting. Emphasis on effective multi-disciplinary collaboration for improving safety and quality in patient health care. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 4514 Holistic Nursing Leadership
Assessment of various nursing leadership roles in complementary, spiritual, business, health care, finance, regulatory and governmental environment. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
NUR 4611 Comprehensive Nursing
Synthesis of assessment, nursing process, leadership and management skills in any health care. PR: Minimum grade of B- in previous semester’s NUR courses.
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