Admission Requirements - Nursing - AS

The admission requirements are as follows:

1. Proof of high school graduation or GED certification.
2. A minimum of two years of significant full-time work experience beyond high school. Completion of three prerequisite science courses: Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, and Microbiology, with a minimum grade of "C" or better.
3. Completion of prerequisite courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.75.
4. Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended. Credit will only be accepted from schools accredited by a regional accrediting association or the Association for Biblical Higher Education. Only courses with a grade of "C" or higher will transfer.
5. Minimum GPA of 2.75 on all coursework being transferred into Phase I of the Nursing program.
6. Completion of TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) test with scores valid for up to two years prior to program application.  The minimum required scores for admission are: Reading 85%, Math 60%, Science 60%, and English 75%.

Enrollment for the Nursing program will be limited based on classroom and clinical space. Applicants will be rank ordered according to TEAS test scores and prerequisite course grades.

Prerequisites - Nursing - AS

The following prerequisites must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher before acceptance can be granted to the Nursing program.

Program of Study - Nursing - AS

Prerequisite courses and Phase I courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher and a minimum GPA of 2.75. Courses may be transferred in to meet these requirements.

The following requirements must be met before the student can apply to Phase II of the Nursing Program:

• Satisfactory completion of Phase I courses
• Satisfactory background check
• Health clearance

Courses may not be transferred to Phase II.  The nursing core courses must be completed at Indiana Wesleyan University. To progress in the major, students must complete each course with a "C" or higher and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75. The program requires the completion of 70 credit hours

Nursing Course Descriptions

PHASE I

HST-180 Humanities: World Civilization 3

An intellectual, institutional, and cultural consideration of world civilizations and their development, interaction, and significance.

MUS-180 Humanities: Fine Arts 3

An integrated study of history and appreciation of art and music in western culture from ancient times to present.

PHL-283 Philosophy and Christian Thought 3

A consideration of the doctrines held in common by the Christian church. The distinctive teachings held in the Wesleyan tradition will be noted.

BIL-102 New Testament Survey 3

This course covers the literature of the New Testament. Special attention will be given to the life of Christ and the history of the early church, including the life of Paul.

ENG-140 Communications I 3

This course provides the student with a basic understanding of the writing process with emphasis on those skills necessary for successful expository writing. (Must be passed with a grade of "C" or higher.)

ENG-120 English Composition 3

This course develops student's skills in expository, analytical, and research methods of writing. Students will write in multiple aims including research papers, using the writing process of pre-writing, drafting, revising, and editing.

PSY-150 General Psychology 3

Students will be introduced to the basic schools of thought within the field of psychology. Four major aspects of psychology will then be considered: (a) theories of personality and human development, (b) stress and adaptation, (c) interpersonal relationships and (d) psychopathology and therapy. These concepts will be explored in the light of research, personal experience, and a consideration of Biblical principles that apply to the study of human behavior. Throughout this introductory overview of the field, students will be assessed in, reflect upon, discuss, and write about the insights gained about themselves.

PHE-140 Concepts of Wellness 2

A consideration of contemporary health concepts as they apply to an awareness of personal wellness.

PHASE II

NUR-101 The Professional Nurse Today 2

This is a theoretical course for the beginning nursing student, introducing online learning, the transition to life long learning, and the roles of the professional nurse as provider of care, coordinator of care, and member of a profession. The history of the profession and the philosophy of the program are examined within a Christian worldview. Concepts of wellness are presented with an emphasis on health promotion through optimal nutrition across the lifespan. The role of the essential nutrients in the maintenance of good health and wellness for all ages is examined. The nursing process is introduced and fundamental facts, concepts, and principles in the delivery of holistic nursing care to diverse populations are presented with an emphasis on knowledge, judgment, and Christian values. Prerequisite: Admission to the Associate of Science Nursing program. Co-requisite: NUR-120

NUR-120 Concepts of e-Health 1

This one hour credit course focuses on current technological trends and practices in health care and information management. The role of the professional nurse in the provision of tele-health care is examined with emphasis given to ethical and legal considerations. Co-requisite: NUR-101

NUR-150 Foundation of Professional Nursing 5

This course composed of didactic instruction and lab/clinical instruction is a foundational course introducing students to concepts of holistic nursing care and optimal health through application of the nursing process. Basic psychomotor nursing skills are introduced and demonstrated, followed by student practice and testing for mastery of the skill. Critical thinking is emphasized through a variety of lab exercises, simulation exercises, and actual patient care. The student will be provided opportunities for the application of professional nursing concepts related to the care of adult clients and their families in a variety of health care settings. Prerequisites: NUR-101; NUR-120

NUR-152 Pharmacotherapeutics 2

This course introduces the student to the basic pharmacologic concepts reflecting current practices and provides preparation for practical application of pharmacology concepts in nursing. Terminology, classifications, and principles of drug action and safe administration are presented with emphasis on the role of the professional nurse and application of the nursing process to the care of clients receiving pharmaceutical agents. Prerequisite: NUR-150

NUR-154 Care of Gerontological Clients and Their Families 3

This course is designed to provide the student with nursing principles relevant to culturally competent holistic nursing care of gerontological clients. The nursing process serves as a guide for appropriate nursing interventions in the care of the well elderly client. Emphasis is placed on health promotion, disease prevention, and risk reduction strategies for the elderly client and their family/support systems. Nutritional concepts relating to the cultural and social aspects of optimal nutrition are presented. The clinical component of the course allows the student opportunity to integrate curriculum threads of pharmacology, growth and development, communication, critical thinking, and client teaching with client interactions. Prerequisite: NUR-152

NUR-200 Introduction to Pathophysiology 3

This course focuses on introducing cellular alterations in organ systems as they relate to selected disease states that impact the health of people as holistic beings. Content of course is presented with an emphasis on critical thinking and decision making related to disease alterations, and implications for nursing practice. Prerequisite: NUR-154

NUR-225 Nursing Care of Adults I 4

This course is designed to focus on the continued development of the roles of the nurse caring for adult clients and families who are experiencing commonly recurring, actual or potential health alterations related to selected body systems. The nursing process serves as a guide for appropriate nursing interventions in the care of the adult client integrating the Neuman system variables. Concepts of nutrition related to commonly occurring health needs are presented. The clinical component of the course allows the student to apply concepts and principles relating to the provision of professional nursing care in a variety of structured settings. Critical thinking, clinical skills, professionalism, and Christian values and ethics in the practice of professional nursing will be emphasized. Prerequisite: NUR-200

NUR-227 Nursing Care of Adults II 4

This course introduces more complex concepts and behaviors of nursing roles in the care of adult clients and families with health needs associated with selected body systems. The nursing process is utilized in the promotion and restoration of health or in supporting death with dignity. The clinical component of the course allows the student to integrate concepts and principles relating to the provision of professional nursing care in a variety of structured settings. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, clinical skills, professionalism, and Christian values and ethics in the practice of professional nursing. Prerequisite: NUR-225

NUR-253 Maternal/Newborn Nursing 3

This course is a theory and clinical course that focuses on the provision of nursing care to normal and at risk childbearing families. Normal pregnancy, labor, deliver, and care of the newborn are studied and physiological and psychological complications are presented. The course content is presented within a context of Christian values and ethics. The clinical component of the course provides the student with learning experiences related to nursing care of normal and at risk maternal/newborn clients and their families. Prerequisite: NUR-227

NUR 254 Care of Children and Their Families 3

This course is designed to provide understanding of the care of both the well and ill child from infancy to adolescence within the role of the associate degree nurse. Emphasis is placed on the normal growth and development and nursing care of common childhood conditions. Theory is related to the nursing care of the well child, the sick child in various settings, and the child with special needs. The clinical component of the course provides the student with opportunities for application of concepts related to child clients and their families in a variety of settings. Prerequisite: NUR-253

NUR-270 Concepts of Mental Health Nursing 3

This course develops concepts of psychosocial integrity and emphasizes the function and responsibility of nursing in promoting and maintaining mental health of individuals and families. The course integrates communication and caring through the application of the nursing process in the care and treatment of common clinical conditions / disorders. Selected common psychiatric disorders and treatment modalities are examined. The course is presented within the context of Christian values and ethics. The clinical component of the course provides the student with opportunities for application of concepts related to the holistic nursing care of mentally ill clients and their families. Prerequisite: NUR-254

NUR-285 Care of Clients with Complex Needs 4

This course examines advanced concepts, skills, and roles of the professional nurse utilizing the nursing process in providing holistic care to adult clients / families with complex medical surgical health care needs involving multiple body systems. The course content is presented within a context of Christian values and ethics. The clinical component of the course provides the student with opportunities for application of skills and concepts related to the care of the client with complex health care needs in intermediate and critical care settings. Prerequisite: NUR-270

NUR-288 Trends and Transition to Practice 1

This course provides an introduction to current trends in leadership, management concepts, and research affecting the health care continuum and the practice of nursing. Focus is on the exploration and analysis of contemporary nursing practice and issues impacting the delivery of nursing care. The role of evidenced based research in nursing is examined and interpretation of research in nursing practice is presented. The importance of continued learning, professional growth and the development of the nursing profession is explored. The role of the associate degree nurse in the future is examined with emphasis on trends, practice improvement, and professional growth. Prerequisite: NUR-285