1997-1998 - The University of Scranton

NURSING
DR. HARRINGTON, Chairperson
The purpose of the Baccalaureate nursing program is the preparation of qualified persons for entry level
practice of professional nursing in hospitals and community health settings. The program also provides the
academic foundations for advanced study in nursing.
High school graduates are admitted as freshmen into the program which leads to a Bachelor of Science
degree with a major in nursing. Total class enrollment is limited in consideration of educational and clinical
resources. The curriculum can be completed in eight regular semesters of full-time study or four academic years.
The nursing program has the full approval of the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. The curriculum
is based on a planned progression of courses so as to build upon and develop knowledge and skills at levels
of increasing competency. Therefore, all required courses must be taken in sequence. For progression
through the Nursing program, a minimum average grade of C must be attained in the prerequisite Natural
Science courses (BIOL 110-111, CHEM 110-111). A minimum grade of C must be attained in the prerequisite
Natural Science courses BIOL 210, PSYCH 210, and in each Nursing course. Students who score less
than a 10 on the Math Placement exam during Freshman Orientation must seek individual advising through
the Nursing Department.
Final Grade For Nursing Courses With Concurrent Clinical Laboratory: The clinical laboratory component
of a nursing course shall be on the basis of S, Satisfactory (Pass), or U, Unsatisfactory (Fail). If the
student obtains an S in the clinical laboratory, the final grade in the course, which is entered on the permanent
transcript, shall be the grade assigned for the lecture portion of the course. If the student does not
obtain an S in the clinical laboratory, the final grade in the course, which is entered on the permanent
transcript, shall be an F, no matter what grade was assigned for the lecture portion of the course. Both lecture
and clinical components must be repeated if a grade of C-, D+, D or F is obtained in a Nursing course.
Prior to the junior and senior year, students enrolled in the nursing program must present a certificate as
evidence of having completed the Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Basic Life Support course or Modular
course offered by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association. In order to graduate,
Nursing majors must complete a minimum of ten hours of community service during each Fall and Spring
semester in which they are registered.
In addition to the general University tuition and fees listed in the Student Expenses section, students
majoring in nursing assume the responsibility for the following: uniforms and other required clinical accessories,
yearly physical examinations, entrance eye and dental examinations, immunizations, comprehensive/achievement
tests, liability insurance and any travel expenses incurred. Students must also provide
their own transportation to and from agencies utilized for clinical laboratories, and have access to a car during
their Community Health clinical experiences in the senior year. Senior status in the Nursing Program is
defined as completion of at least 100 credits including cognate and prerequisite courses for NURS 480 and
NURS 481.
Applicants and students should be aware that Pennsylvania law prohibits licensure of individuals convicted
of felonies related to controlled substance and may prohibit licensure if there is a conviction for any felonious
act. For details, see the Admissions Brochure and the Student Handbook of the Department of Nursing.
Upon graduation the students will be eligible for admission to examination for the registered nurse
licensure. The University of Scranton’s Nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing.
SERV 192, 292, 392, 492 Staff
Service Learning 0 credits
Service learning activities are integrated in the
Nursing courses. This requirement will provide students
an opportunity to go out into the surrounding
community to work with agencies/groups and individuals
in need of service. The students will be
expected to reflect upon their individual experiences
as they relate to their academic work. The Service-
Learning hours will be logged, checked and noted on
a student’s transcript. Serv 292 requires prior completion
of Serv 192, 292 for 392, and 392 for 492.
NURS. 100 Dr. Garrett, Prof. Cecchini, Staff
Family Health 3 credits
(For non-nursing majors.) Concepts and principles
related to the promotion and maintenance of optimal
family health. Considers factors pertinent to
health needs and health practices throughout the
life cycle.
NURS. 111 Dr. Farrell, Staff
(D)Women’s Health 3 credits
Course focuses on historic, physiologic, social, cultural,
emotional, and economic issues affecting
women’s health. The course explores strategies to
empower women’s use of health care services.
Class members will be expected to participate
actively in all discussions.
NURS. 112 Staff
Sexual Development Through 3 credits
the Life Span
(Open to all students) impact on sexual roles and
expression, and health and social issues as they
relate to sexual function. Emphasis is placed on
developing sexual awareness of the student. Three
hours lecture.
NURS. 140 Dr. Bailey, Staff
Introduction to Nursing Concepts 3 credits
An exploration of the core concepts of the client,
health, nursing and health patterns. Historical, philosophical
and social development of nursing and the
role of the professional nurse presented.
Understanding of health and health continuum in the
broader perspective of the human person, the physiological,
psychological, developmental, and socio-cultural
modes. Introduction of the nursing process as it
relates to the development of cognitive, interpersonal,
and psychomotor skills to assist clients to attain and
maintain an optimal level of health. 3 hours lecture.
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