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SCHOOL OF HEALTH
SCIENCES
Mission Statement
The mission of Bacone College’s School of Health Sciences
is to assist in meeting the community’s demand for highly competent health care
providers who are educated at the Associate and Baccalaureate degree levels to
provide skilled care along the health care continuum, with respect for
individual, cultural, and spiritual differences. The School of Health Sciences
maintains Bacone College’s commitment to serve American Indians and other
ethnic groups in a culturally diverse, Christian environment.
BILLIE R. TOWER
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING
Paula Netherton, MS,
RN
Interim Director of
Nursing
Mission Statement
The mission of Bacone College’s Billie R. Tower Department
of Nursing is to maintain the college’s commitment to serving American Indians
in a Christian environment and to assist in meeting the community need for
highly competent registered nurses, educated at the Associate and Baccalaureate
degree levels, which plan to provide skilled care with respect for individual,
cultural, and spiritual differences. This is accomplished through theory and
clinical via didactic classes, computer assisted instruction, and laboratory
practice offered in a nurturing and Christian environment and clinical
education provided in a variety of health care settings.
NURSING PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Bacone College offers two nursing programs. The first is
an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing (ADN) and the second is an
accelerated Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) for registered nurses
(RNs).
The ADN program has two tracts: a two year tract and a
licensed practical nurse (LPN) to RN tract, called the Career Advancement for
Practical Nurses (CAPN). The ADN program is approved by the Oklahoma Board of
Nursing (OBN), 2915 N. Classen Blvd., Suite 524, Oklahoma City, OK 73106-5437;
telephone 405.962.1800. Graduates of this state-approved program are eligible
to apply to write the National Council Licensure Examination for registered
nurses (NCLEX-RN)*. The program is also accredited by the National League for
Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The ADN curriculum consists of both
general education and nursing courses, and can be completed in two years.
Nursing courses consist of classroom work and supervised clinical experiences
in a variety of settings located in Muskogee, Tahlequah, Tulsa, and surrounding
areas. Students are required to take nationally normed tests throughout the
curriculum and score in a designated proficiency range. Effective the 2005-2006
academic year, students are required to take a comprehensive NCLEX-RN
preparation exam and score in a designated proficiency range prior to
graduation.
The BSN program is a completion program for RNs. The
program is accredited by the NLNAC, 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006, telephone
212.363.5555, ext. 153. The BSN curriculum also consists of both general
education and nursing courses. The nursing courses are delivered in an
accelerated format, with classes meeting one evening/week. Students may have
additional student meeting times on an arranged basis. Clinical experiences, if
required, are individually arranged. The BSN degree completion program can be
completed in 55 weeks (15 months).
Expenses for ADN and BSN Programs
Expenses for nursing students are the same as for all
other college students, plus additional costs related to: nursing uniforms and
accessories, skills lab supplies, standardized/achievement test materials,
liability insurance, criminal background checks, and annual concurrent
membership dues to the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) and Bacone
Student Nurses Association (BSNA). Additional CAPN expenses include: Excelsior
College Fundamentals Challenge Exam, if applicable. There is also a minimal fee
for CAPN students transferring the eight hours credit from the Excelsior
College Fundamentals Challenge Exam or the eight to fifteen credit hours of
advanced standing to his/her Bacone College transcript.
Graduation Requirements for
Programs
1.
In
addition to a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C), a student shall earn no lower than a
“C” in each of the nursing courses, in the natural sciences courses, and in the
behavioral sciences courses. BSN students must also pass MTH 1513 College
Algebra with a 2.0 (C) or better. An earned grade of “D” or “F” in any nursing
course or a science course requires the student to withdraw from the nursing
program. Readmission requirements and procedures are found in the Nursing
Student Handbook.
2.
Evidence
of suitability for safe, professional nursing practice as evaluated by the nursing
faculty (See Nursing Student Handbook).
Additional Information
1.
Transportation
to and from clinical facility sites is the responsibility of the student.
2.
ADN
students may be required to visit the clinical facility the evening prior to
clinical to prepare for the upcoming day’s activities.
3.
Students
may be required to show proof of health insurance coverage.
4.
A
student’s enrollment in the nursing program may be discontinued at any time,
if, in the judgment of the nursing faculty, the student demonstrates behavior
unsuitable for a nursing career.
*Note: The
Bacone College Health Sciences Division, Billie R. Tower Nursing Program is
approved programs are eligible to apply to write the National Council Licensure
Examination (NCLEX-RN) for registered nurses. Applicants for Oklahoma licensure
must meet all state and federal requirements to hold and Oklahoma license to
practice nursing. In addition to
completing a state-approved nursing education programs that meets educational
requirements and successfully passing the licensure examination, requirements
include submission of an application for licensure, a criminal history records
search, and evidence of citizenship or qualified alien status. Applicants for practical nurse licensure
must also hold a high school diploma or a graduate equivalency degree (G.E.D.)
[59 O.S.§567.5&567.6]. To be
granted a license, an applicant must have legal right to be in the United
States (United States Code Chapter 8.Section 1621). In addition, Oklahoma law only allows a license to be issued to a
U.S. citizen, U.S. national and legal permanent resident aliens. Other qualified aliens may be issued a
temporary license that is valid until the expiration of their visa status, or
if there is not expiration date, for one year. Applicants who are qualified aliens must present, in person, valid
documentary evidence of:
1.
A
valid, unexpired immigrant or non-immigrant visa status for admission into
the United States;
2.
A
pending or approved application for asylum in the United States;
3.
Admission
into the United States in refugee status;
4.
A
pending or approved application for temporary protected status in the United
States;
5.
Approved
deferred action status; or
6.
A
pending application for adjustment of status to legal permanent resident status
or conditional resident status.
The Board has the right to deny a license to an
individual with a history of criminal background, disciplinary action on
another health-related license or certification, or judicial declaration of
mental incompetence [59 O.S.§567.8]. These cases are considered on an
individual basis at the time application for licensure is made, with the
exception of felony charges. An
individual with a felony conviction cannot apply for licensure for at least
five years after completion of all sentencing terms, including probation and
suspended sentences, unless a presidential or gubernatorial pardon is received
[59 O.S.§567.5&567.6]. Students who
may be impacted by these regulations are encouraged to contact the Oklahoma
Board of Nursing for further information.
Regulatory
Authority 59 O.S.§567.12
HEALTH SCIENCES PROGRAM IN NURSING
LEADING TO THE ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED
SCIENCE DEGREE
Nursing ADN Program
Application for the Two Year Tract
One class is admitted each year beginning in the fall
semester. The number of students admitted is restricted by the number of
faculty available to supervise students in the clinical facilities and the
number of clinical facility sites available. Applications must be completed and
filed with the Admissions Office by March 1 in order for applicants to be
considered for admission. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that
all admission material is in the Admissions Office by March 1. Any applicant
file that is incomplete by March 1 will not be forwarded to the Nursing
Admissions Committee for consideration.
A residual admission may occur in August pending space
availability in the incoming fall class. Deadline for consideration for the
residual admission is July 31. Students are encouraged to keep their files
current. It is also extremely important to provide correct contact information.
Admission Requirements
1.
College
credit in:
a.
Mathematics
(Intermediate Algebra) must be completed with a grade of “C” or better prior to
admission to the nursing program for those students with a math score of 19 or
less on the ACT; and
b.
Sciences
(Anatomy and Physiology I must be completed with a grade of “C” or better prior
to admission to the nursing program;
2.
Graduation
from an accredited high school (or its equivalent) with a satisfactory
scholastic record;
3.
Minimum
E-ACT composite score of 20 or a cumulative GPA of 2.8 in a minimum of twenty
(20) college credits applying toward the AAS in Nursing degree. (Anatomy and
Physiology I and II and Microbiology must have been completed with a grade of
“C” or better within the five (5) years prior to admission to fulfill degree
requirements. Anatomy and Physiology II and Microbiology are not prerequisites
for admission;
4.
A
score of 21 or better on Reading and English ACT or Equivalent reading level of
12.0 or better on a standardized reading placement test;
5.
Signed
“Physical Requirements Document” on file in the Nursing Department;
6.
Additionally
Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act – Title 10 requires that individuals
providing care to children under the age of 18 are free from any criminal
history that would indicate a potential for violence or abuse against another
person. In compliance with this statute, nursing applicant, at his/her own
expense, are required to complete an OSBI criminal background check prior to
admission to the nursing program; and
7.
Nursing
Admissions Committee approval.
Admission Procedure
Applicants
for admission to the nursing program shall comply with the application
requirements and procedure by filing these items with the Admissions Office:
1.
Application
for Admission to Bacone College;
2.
Application
for Admission to the Billie R. Tower Department of Nursing by March 1;
3.
ACT
scores, reading score, high school diploma or GED certificate, and college
transcripts;
4.
Signed
“Physical Requirements Document” NOTE: The “Physical Requirements Document” is
not to be confused with the ‘physical examination.” Applicants should NOT have
a physical exam until they have been accepted into the nursing program. Applicants
DO need to read and sign the “Physical Requirements Document;”
5.
Application
for financial aid and dormitory residence (if applicable); and
6.
Completed
OSBI criminal background check.
Nursing Courses for the Two Year Tract
ADN Program General Education
Requirements
[1]
Two year Students – 39 hours of
Nursing Courses for a total of 72 hours for the AAS degree.
It is the expectation that once students are admitted to
the ADN program, he/she will complete their remaining course work at Bacone
College. Students must request permission to transfer course credits from other
institutions after nursing program admission. Transfer credit requests are to
be directed to the Health Sciences recruiter in the Admission Office.
Two Year Tract Plan of Study3
Prerequisites
to admission: MTH 0123 Intermediate Algebra (or Math ACT score of 20 or better)
and BIO 2134 Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits)
FALL Semester
SPRING Semester
FALL Semester
SPRING Semester
Program Total: 72 Credit Hours4
Application for the Career
Advancement for
Practical Nurses (CAPN) Tract
The CAPN tract is designed to enable the LPN to achieve
registered nurse status within a reasonable time period.
General education requirements are the same for all
nursing students whether enrolled in the two year tract or the CAPN tract, with
the exception that CAPN students are not required to take the BIO 2122 Nutrition
or NUR 1102 Pharmacology courses. Thirty-three hours of general education
courses are required in the CAPN tract. CAPN students are required to take 24
nursing credit hours. The deadline for consideration for admission into the
CAPN tract is April 15. Pending space availability, a residual admission
will be held in May.
CAPN students who are graduates of NLNAC accredited
schools are admitted with advanced standing and receive college nursing credits
for their previous PN education and experience. Students matriculate directly
into the CAPN Transition course, which is held in the summer semester. Students
are then required to take 21 additional nursing credit hours to graduate.
Students selecting this route will complete the nursing program in two semesters
(9 months).
LPNs who have graduated from a PN school that is not NLNAC
accredited must successfully pass the Excelsior College Fundamentals Challenge
Exam. CAPN students then receive advanced standing, with 15 college nursing
credits and are admitted into the CAPN transition course held in the summer
semester. Twenty-one additional credit hours are required to complete the
nursing program in two semesters.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements to the CAPN tract are the same as
the two year tract (see Admission Requirements under Nursing ADN Program) with
these exceptions:
1.
Submission
of PN school transcripts;
2.
Evidence
of Oklahoma licensure as a practical nurse;
3.
Passing
score on the Excelsior College Fundamentals Challenge Exam, if applicable.
Evidence of passing must be received prior to admission to the program; and
4.
Successful
completion of BIO 2134 Anatomy & Physiology I and II courses within the
previous five (5) years (or prior to the first full semester of the CAPN
tract); and
5.
Passing
score on the MTH 1121 Math for Meds final exam.
Admission Procedure for the CAPN
Tract
Applicants for admission to the nursing program shall
comply with the application requirements and procedure by following the same
procedure as stated above for Nursing ADN Program.
Nursing Courses for the CAPN Tract
CAPN Tract Plan of Study
Prerequisites
to admission: MTH 0123 Intermediate Algebra (or Math ACT score of 20 or better)
and BIO 2134 Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits)
FALL Semester
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