RN-BSN, B.S.

Dean School of Nursing - Cynthia R. King, PhD, NP, MSN, CNL, FAAN

Department Chairperson - Dr. Bonnie Noll-Nelson, DNP, RN

Upon completion of the RN to BSN Program, graduates will be prepared to give professional nursing care in a variety of health care settings, apply for master degree level study in nursing, and serve as leaders in society.

The following program outcomes will be achieved by Mount Aloysius College RN-BSN program graduates:

1. integrate knowledge from the natural and social sciences and humanities to provide safe, quality care for improved patient outcomes, while utilizing the skills of inquiry, analysis, critical thinking and clinical judgment;
2. demonstrate leadership skills that emphasize respectful communication and collaboration within inter-professional teams including care coordination, delegation, problem solving, quality and safety;
3. participate in the process of retrieval, appraisal, interpretation and dissemination of evidence in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team to improve patient outcomes;
4. employ current technology and information systems for the discovery and ethical application of information to communicate effectively within and across healthcare settings, and to enhance nursing practice;
5. actively engage in the political process while advocating for patients, families, communities, the nursing profession, and vulnerable populations for the goal of promoting social justice;
6. foster effective inter/intra-professional communication, collaboration and socialization to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care;
7. provide multidimensional and culturally competent care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations in diverse and changing practice environments;
8. exhibit caring, value-based behavior that reflects professional values consistent with nursing’s commitment to altruism, autonomy, human dignity, integrity, social justice, and life-long learning; and
9. conduct comprehensive and focused physical, behavioral, psychological, spiritual, socioeconomic, and environmental assessments of health and illness in patients using developmentally and culturally appropriate approaches.

Accreditation

The RN-BSN Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (3343 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326) Phone: 404-975-5000 Fax: 404-975-5020 Website: www.acenursing.org

Admissions Requirements

Applicants for the RN-BSN Professional Program in Nursing must meet the following admission criteria:

1. Applicant must be a graduate from an accredited Associate Degree or Diploma Program in Nursing as verified on an official transcript;
2. Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 on post-secondary coursework. Upon recommendations of nursing faculty, exceptions can be made; and
3. Applicants must have a current RN license. If the applicant is not licensed he / she may not take classes in the nursing major beyond the first semester.

Transfer Evaluation

Graduates of both diploma and associate degree programs who have earned college credits from regionally-accredited colleges and universities may apply to have up to ninety (90) total credits accepted by Mount Aloysius College and applied toward a bachelor’s degree subject to the requirements of the intended major as well as the core and graduation requirements of the College.

Credits for previous coursework in nursing will be granted, up to a maximum of forty (40) credits, upon successful completion of the RN-BSN Program.

Students in the 2+2 Nursing programs, who are transferring credits which apply towards the associate degree requirements, may take courses needed for the bachelor degree during their time in the associate degree program with approval of their academic advisor.

Dual Admission

Students admitted under a dual admission partnership agreement are guaranteed admission to Mount Aloysius College RN to BSN Program as long as the admissions criteria are met and the student has an intent form for admissions on file.

General Information

• Program Options:
• Main Campus (Cresson)
• Online
• Off-Campus Degree Completion (Altoona & Johnstown)

Students in the RN to BSN program enrolled in NU 440P  must meet the requirements of the clinical agency where the leadership practicum will take place.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate, students will need to complete all core requirements listed in the current College Catalog for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.

Students must complete their final thirty (30) semester hours before graduation in residency.

Fees

Fees associated with practicum requirements of the clinical agency for NU 440P  will be at the student’s expense.