School of Science, Health and Technology
Department of Nursing
B.S. in Nursing
Dr. Anthony E. Isenalumhe, chairperson

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DEPARTMENT OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSN)

The program of study in the BSN Department is designed to:

1. Provide advancement in professional nursing.
2. Maintain academic excellence and encourage life-long learning.
3. Reflect and incorporate the health care needs of residents of Central Brooklyn and adjacent communities.
4. Prepare the graduate for the rapidly changing health care delivery environment and higher education in nursing.

HEGIS Code: 1203. 10

Information regarding state approval of this program may be obtained from New York State Education Department (NYSED) at 518-474-3817 or www.op.nysed.gov

Information regarding program accreditation can be obtained from the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway, 33^rd Floor, New York, NY 10006; 800-699-1656, ext 153 or www.nlnac.org

Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Nursing (BSN) is to prepare graduates to function as primary health providers engaged in a broad range of health promotion, maintenance, and restoration activities to diverse populations in a variety of settings with a strong community focus.

The Department reserves the right to change requirements.

Philosophy of the Faculty of the BSN Program

The faculty believes that the BS nursing program should be built on a broad, liberal education foundation, which provides the student with a greater understanding of the total environment in which the graduate lives and practices.  The faculty also believes that the BS nursing program should launch its graduates into the ever-expanding horizon of professional nursing, enable them to meet the health and social needs of their clients and to become a springboard for attainment of higher academic and professional goals. 

Education has the power to positively transform lives and it is the right of all individuals in the pursuit of self-actualization. The faculty also believes that human beings, health, nursing, education and society/environment underscore the organizing framework in developing the curriculum for family-centered practice in the community and in institutional settings.  Therefore, the faculty is committed to preparing students for professional practice to meet the needs of a global society of the 21^st century.  

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSN)

Medgar Evers College Department of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) offers a baccalaureate completion program for registered nurses, designed specifically for graduates of Associate Degree and graduates of Hospital Diploma nursing programs.   The program further aims to broaden knowledge and develop skills in nursing leadership and management.  It also provides the foundation for graduate studies in advance nursing practice as a clinical specialist or nurse practitioner as well as preparation for teaching, administration and research in nursing.

Objectives of the BS Nursing Program

• Combine theoretical and empirical knowledge from the sciences, humanities, and nursing disciplines, to enable evidence-based practice within a systems framework.

• Provide culturally sensitive nursing care for clients requiring primary, secondary and tertiary levels of interventions.

• Communicate and collaborate with other health care providers, and members of the community, in promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of clients.

• Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to expedite the nursing process in providing nursing care.

• Demonstrate accountability for ones own nursing practice and professional development.

• Integrate leadership skills in coordinating care.

• Incorporate ethical, moral and legal values in the practice of nursing.

• Employ the use of technology and research findings to meet the needs of a changing practice environment.

Academic Standards                                                                                                                      

Students in the department are expected to pass required nursing courses with a grade of “C” or better.  To graduate, a student must earn at least 2.5 as grade point average (GPA).

Admission Requirements

For admission into the Baccalaureate Completion Program, a candidate must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a current New York State license and meet all other College Admission Requirements.  On admission, all RN’s are granted sixty (60) credits toward the BSN degree.  All the required nursing credits in this program must be earned in Medgar Evers College.  Nursing credits from other institutions cannot be transferred to meet the nursing credit requirements of this program.  

Retention and Progression

The student in the Baccalaureate Completion Program must earn a “C” or better in each required nursing course and in each general education course.  In addition, the student must maintain an overall grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 in order to retain their standing in the program.   Any student with a GPA less than 2.5 for two consecutive semesters will be required to withdraw from the program.  Every student is expected to complete the program in at most five (5) years; otherwise, the student maybe  be required to withdraw from the program.  A student that is advised to withdraw from the program should meet with his/her own academic advisor for appropriate guidance.  Every BSN student is assigned to a faculty/academic advisor on entering the program. 

Graduation

In addition to the sixty (60) credits to be earned in this program, the BSN student must earn a total of 120 college credits to qualify for graduation.  All BSN students must also pass the College Proficiency Examination (CPE) to qualify for graduation.  The graduate will be awarded the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.

Clinical Agencies

Visiting Nurse Service of New York

Concord Services for the Elderly

Interfaith Medical Center

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