RN-BSNAdmission CriteriaThe RN-BSN program at Dalton State College participates in the Georgia RN-BSN Articulation Plan developed by collaborative efforts of ASN and BSN nursing educators. To be eligible to participate in this plan, a student must meet one the following criteria:
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Applicants Must Also
To Apply You Must:
*NOTE: Acceptance to Dalton State DOES NOT mean acceptance into the RN-BSN nursing sequence. Students will be notified of acceptance into the sequence by May 1. Plan of StudyPlan of study is dependent upon student's educational background. Plan A is for students who have taken all or most of the required Core Curriculum courses, including the RN-BSN prerequisites. Plan B is for students who have completed only those courses required to receive the ASN degree at Dalton State College. Nursing courses are taught in a hybrid format (partially online/partially in class) so that class meetings are no more than once per week. Plan A
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RN-BSN Program RequirementsThe Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program for the Registered Nurse (RN-BSN) will include the following courses and hours.
CoursesNURS 1107. Medical Terminology. 1-0-1 Unit.
Enables students to learn major prefixes, suffixes and word roots used in modern medical terminology. A programmed text will allow students to progress at their own pace. (Career Course)(F,S) NURS 1111. Basic Nursing Care. 3-8-6 Units.
A foundation course that introduces nursing concepts and skills related to the care of multicultural individuals across the lifespan. Requires clinical applications using evidence-based practice in a variety of health care and simulated settings. (Career Course)(F) NURS 1112. Pharmacology. 2-0-2 Units.
Introduces pharmacological concepts including drug classifications, mathematical calculations, and principles of drug administration. Satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course)(F) NURS 1113. Nutrition. 2-0-2 Units.
Introduces basic nutrition concepts of digestion, absorption and metabolism. Concentrates on essential nutrients including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins and minerals. Addresses nutritional needs from infancy through adulthood and includes eating disorders. (Career Course)(F,S,M) NURS 1114. Nursing Care Across the Lifespan I. 3-14-8 Units.
A foundation course that concentrates on nursing concepts and skills related to the care of multicultural individuals across the lifespan. Addresses common well-defined health alterations and incorporates the child-bearing family and individuals with mental health issues. Requires clinical applications using evidence-based practice in a variety of health care, mental health, community based, and simulated settings. (Career course)(S) NURS 2011. Nursing Care Across the Lifespan II. 3-17-9 Units.
A continuation course that concentrates on nursing concepts and skills related to the care of multicultural individuals across the lifespan. Addresses relevant well-defined health alterations. Requires clinical applications using evidence-based practice in a variety of health care, community based, and simulated settings. (Career course)(F) NURS 2012. Nursing Care Across the Lifespan III. 3-17-9 Units.
A culmination course that concentrates on nursing concepts and skills related to the care of multicultural individuals across the lifespan. Addresses complex well-defined health alterations. Involves team management of patients and health care workers. Requires clinical applications using evidence-based practice in a variety of health care, community based, and simulated settings. (Career Course)(S) NURS 2013. Nursing Issues. 1-0-1 Unit.
Discusses current issues in nursing, prepares students for the NCLEX-RN exam, and facilitates the transition from student to health care professional. Satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course(S) NURS 3000. Health Assessment. 2-2-3 Units.
A study of theory and skills needed to holistically assess the health of individuals across the life span. An introduction to a comprehensive assessment of groups/communities is included. This course includes 2 hours of lab practice. NURS 3100. Perspectives on USA Health System. 3-0-3 Units.
This multi-disciplinary course focuses on nursing, business, and social perspectives of the American health care system. Issues related to safety and quality, access, finance, and politics will be emphasized. NURS 4000. Evidenced-based Practice. 3-0-3 Units.
This course focuses on the understanding and use of nursing theory, nursing research, and evidence-based practices in clinical decision making regarding care of individuals, groups, and communities. NURS 4100. Management/Leadership – Groups and Communities . 3-9-6 Units.
A study of leadership/management theory and skills needed to effectively deliver safe and client-centered nursing care in a variety of settings including acute care, community health care, and international health care settings. This course includes clinical experience in leadership and community health arenas. NURS 4200. Nursing Capstone. 3-0-3 Units.
A course designed to allow students to explore, discuss and begin to resolve issues in professional nursing and health care. In this course, students will complete a senior thesis project. |
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