Nursing – Associate of Applied Science

Center for Health, Education and Research (CHER) Suite 201

Office: 606-783-2438

Fax: [phone] (Morehead campus)

Fax: [phone] (Mt. Sterling campus, Clay Center)

The associate degree in nursing (ADNP) is a program of study leading to an associate of applied science (AAS) degree in nursing. The program combines general education studies and support courses with nursing theory and clinical education. The program is designed to prepare graduates for the role of the registered nurse. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The AAS in nursing is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc., (ACEN) formerly the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission Inc., 3343 Peachtree Rd. NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, phone [phone], fax [phone].

The ADNP has selective admission and enrollment is limited. In the event there are more qualified applicants than positions, students with the highest ACT scores will be accepted. The ADNP offers programs at the Morehead and Mt. Sterling campuses. The ADNP is a face-to-face program utilizing interactive television (ITV), primarily lecturing from the Morehead campus. The ADNP is not an online program and classroom attendance is expected.

Program Competencies

The Associate of Applied Science in Nursing graduate will:

1. Compare and contrast the roles of the registered nurse into nursing practice to promote human flourishing.
2. Critique communication skills used in therapeutic and collaborative roles.
3. Evaluate the effectiveness of the use of the nursing process and clinical reasoning within a multicultural society in a holistic manner.
4. Develop competency in the performance of caring behaviors to meet client care needs using a patient centered approach.
5. Develop concepts of effective management of client care through prioritization, collaboration, coordination, delegation, and effective utilization of resources in dynamic health care systems while maintaining a spirit of inquiry.
6. Appraise legal, ethical and value-based issues embedded in nursing care.
7. Evaluate the influences of nutrition and pharmacology in the care of individuals with diverse backgrounds across the lifespan.
8. Critique the use of current technologies and clinical informatics in the provision and management of nursing care.

Assessment Procedures

Course content and program outcomes are assessed by formative and summative standardized testing, evaluation of clinical and campus lab experiences and graduate performance on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Students complete standardized testing at the completion of each course within the curriculum to evaluate course specific outcomes. Students must successfully complete the HESI RN Exit Exam with a minimum score of 850 in order to meet course requirements for NURA 209: Nursing IV. Following graduation, each student must complete the NCLEX-RN to gain licensure as a registered nurse.

Admission Requirements and Procedures

ADNP Application Procedure

1. Be unconditionally admitted to MSU.
2. Submit a completed application packet to the ADNP. Completed admission packets include:
   1. Completed ADNP application.
   2. Official American College Test (ACT) scores.
   3. Transcript from MSU and official transcripts from all universities/colleges attended if courses taken at other institutions are not listed on the MSU transcript.
   4. University undergraduate catalog(s) if transfer credit is sought.
   5. Midterm grades for prerequisite and support courses.
3. Submit the following as applicable:
   1. Paramedic-ADNP applicant: in addition to the above materials, must successfully complete a National Standard Curriculum Paramedic Course, submit verification of an active paramedic state certification with no restrictions, and have the equivalent of one year's experience as a paramedic.
   2. Nursing transfer student: in addition to the above materials, must submit:
      1. University undergraduate catalog(s) if transfer credit is sought;
      2. Syllabi for nursing course(s) to be evaluated for transfer credit; and
      3. Letter of recommendation from the director/coordinator of the nursing program from which the student is transferring.
4. Student selection process occurs following the posting of midterm grades of the semester preceding admission.
5. Applicants reapplying to the ADNP must submit new application materials to be considered for admission.
6. Students may be officially admitted to the ADNP in the fall or spring semester.
7. Students submitting complete application packets by the following deadlines will receive first consideration for official admission.

Fall Admission: Last Friday in March

Spring Admission: Last Friday in October

Late applicants will only be considered after all applicants meeting the published deadlines have been reviewed.

Submit applications to:

Academic Counseling Coordinator

Associate Degree Nursing Program

Department of Nursing

Morehead State University

Center for Health, Education and Research (CHER) Suite 201

Morehead, KY 40351

ADNP Admission Criteria

The associate degree nursing program has a limited enrollment on the Morehead and Mt. Sterling campuses. The following criteria are used to determine conditional acceptance to the program for ADNP and Paramedic-ADNP applicants:

1. American College Test (Enhanced ACT) Score with a mandatory minimum composite score of 20 or higher.
2. Applicants must meet the following:
   1. A minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher on a scale of 4.0 with a minimum grade of "C" in prerequisite courses or transfer equivalent for ENG 100, MATH core, BIOL 234 and BIOL 235.
   2. Maintain a minimum grade of "C" in all courses required for the ADNP. Applicants with a grade of less than "C" on two courses required for the program within the last two years are not eligible for admission.
   3. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on all work at Morehead State University.
   4. May be conditionally admitted to the ADNP pending successful completion of prerequisite courses required for admission to the program.
3. Final acceptance will be dependent on maintaining course grades and grade point average as well as meeting CPR and health requirements by established dates. Compliance with the Technical Performance Standards is also required.
4. Clinical education is a mandatory component of the ADNP. Due to accreditation requirements of the clinical education centers, students will be required to obtain a criminal background check and/or undergo drug testing prior to acceptance to the clinical assignment. The student is responsible for any incurred cost. Any student who fails acceptance to the clinical assignment will be unable to complete the program.

Conditions for Enrollment

1. Students may be assigned to clinical practice areas other than those in the immediate area, requiring traveling some distance from campus. Transportation to and from these settings is the responsibility of the student.
2. Clinical experiences and formal lectures may be required during various hours of the day, evening and night.
3. Students have the responsibility for the costs incurred by enrollment in the nursing program. These costs include CPR, immunizations, professional malpractice insurance, criminal background check, drug testing, academic materials, testing fees, clothing and equipment.

Prerequisite courses required prior to admission

BIOL 234	Principles of Human Anatomy & Physiology I	3
	and
BIOL 235	Principles of Human Anatomy & Physiology II	3
	or
BIOL 244	Human Anatomy & Physiology I	3
BIOL 244A	Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab	1
	and
BIOL 245	Human Anatomy & Physiology II	3
BIOL 245A	Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab	1
ENG 100	Writing I	3
	MATH Core	3

NOTES:

1. Math Core: MATH 135 recommended
2. All ADNP students must document continued compliance with required immunizations and technical performance standards for the department of nursing.
3. Admission criteria and procedures are reviewed on an annual basis. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify current application criteria and procedures prior to the application deadline. Application forms are available online at www.moreheadstate.edu/nursing.

Nursing AAS Degree Requirements

General Education

FYS 101	First Year Seminar	3
ENG 100	Writing I	3
ENG 200	Writing II	3
COMS 108	Fundamentals of Speech Communication	3
	MATH Core	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

MATH Core: (MATH 135 recommended)

Refer to the General Education section for a complete listing of general education requirements .

AAS Requirements

Nursing Requirements

NURA 103	Nursing I	6
NURA 107	Nursing II	8
NURA 201	Nursing III	8
NURA 208	Transition to Practice	2
NURA 209	Nursing IV	10
Total Credit Hours:		34

Supplemental Requirements

BIOL 217	Elementary Medical Microbiology	4
BIOL 234	Principles of Human Anatomy & Physiology I	3
	and
BIOL 235	Principles of Human Anatomy & Physiology II	3
	or
BIOL 244	Human Anatomy & Physiology I	3
BIOL 244A	Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab	1
BIOL 245	Human Anatomy & Physiology II	3
BIOL 245A	Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab	1
	Humanities Elective	3
PSY 154	Introduction to Psychology	3
Total Credit Hours:		16-18

Required Course Sequence for ADNP Students

A minimum 65 credit hours is required for the AAS degree, which includes 31-33 credit hours of general education and support courses and 34 credit hours of nursing courses. The student will be required to complete the course sequence approved by the University and in place at the time of admission to the ADNP. The ADNP policies on challenge examination, transfer credit, academic standards and progression, and criteria for taking the National Council Licensure Examination can be obtained from the Department of Nursing.

Prior to Admission

BIOL 234	Principles of Human Anatomy & Physiology I	3
	and
BIOL 235	Principles of Human Anatomy & Physiology II	3
	or
BIOL 244	Human Anatomy & Physiology I	3
BIOL 244A	Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab	1
	and
BIOL 245	Human Anatomy & Physiology II	3
BIOL 245A	Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab	1
ENG 100	Writing I	3
MATH 135	Mathematics for Technical Students	3
Total Credit Hours:		12-14

MATH 135: (MATH 131, MATH 152, MATH 174, MATH 175 or equivalent)

First Semester

NURA 103	Nursing I	6
ENG 200	Writing II	3
FYS 101	First Year Seminar	3
PSY 154	Introduction to Psychology	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Second Semester

NURA 107	Nursing II	8
BIOL 217	Elementary Medical Microbiology	4
Total Credit Hours:		12

Third Semester

NURA 201	Nursing III	8
COMS 108	Fundamentals of Speech Communication	3
	Humanities Elective	3
Total Credit Hours:		14

Fourth Semester

NURA 208	Transition to Practice	2
NURA 209	Nursing IV	10
Total Credit Hours:		12

Total Credit Hours: 65-67