Program Information
BS Degree - Code 644100 - Catalog 2024/2025
Nursing Office, 386-506-3250
Linda Miles, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4909, Linda.Miles@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Bob & Carol Allen School of Nursing is to provide an innovative learning environment that promotes excellence in the profession. Programs prepare students to exhibit professionalism, ethical behavior, and competency in meeting the dynamic health care needs of individuals across the lifespan, amongst diverse cultures, and across healthcare continuums.
The mission of the registered nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is to offer a scholarly, comprehensive, innovative program that promotes excellence in nursing. The program offers opportunities for students to apply nursing knowledge to changing healthcare environments across the lifespan, amongst diverse cultures, and across healthcare continuums.
The B.S.N. program requires 30 semester hours of general education coursework during the A.S. in Nursing program and 6 semester hours of general education coursework in the B.S.N, meeting the 36 general education credit requirement. There are also an additional 10 semesters hours of general education coursework required to reinforce foundational knowledge needed for the upper-division nursing courses.
Description:
The registered nursing to Bachelor of Science in nursing (RN-BSN) program was developed for the new or working nurse interested in career advancement; therefore, licensure as a registered nurse is required prior to acceptance into the program. The online program provides students with a flexible option to earn their degree. It is designed for nurses whose highest academic credential is a diploma or associate degree in nursing and possess a registered nursing license in their state of residence. It provides a seamless transition from the associate degree to the baccalaureate degree and prepares graduates for a broader scope of nursing practice.
Program Accreditation: The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3390 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia, 30326 or call 404 975-5000.
College Accreditation: Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associates and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Daytona State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Outcomes:
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in nursing program will be able to:
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Plan care in accordance with management and leadership principles using evidence- based research for patients across the lifespan.
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Synthesize knowledge of quality improvement and patient safety to improve patient-care outcomes.
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Appraise empirical evidence derived from research to identify clinical problems, plan appropriate care, provide nursing interventions which are grounded in evidence, and evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care to patients across the lifespan.
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Model interpersonal communication to effectively collaborate with members of the health care team while promoting optimal health care for all patients.
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Examine safe, appropriate, evidence-based care based on health promotion, disease and injury prevention, to improve population health.
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Integrate inherent values as defined by the ANA Code of Ethics, as a foundation to base nursing theory in practice in the role of the BSN.
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Formulate plans of care which provide culturally sensitive, non-discriminatory care to individuals, groups and communities in today's global environment.
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Integrate information management technology to improve patient outcomes.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing their FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grants, loans and work programs available see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Approximate Additional Costs
| Laboratory and Liability Insurance: |
$55.50 |
| Textbook Estimate: |
$1,000 |
| Background Check/ Drug Screening/ Document Tracker: |
$94 |
Additional Admission Requirements
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Unencumbered Nursing License in the state of residence
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AS in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing from Regionally Accredited Institution (Diploma must equate to Associate of Science Degree in Nursing)
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Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to enroll in Nursing courses
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Complete College Application and Submit Official Transcripts
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GPA 2.5 or higher
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After acceptance into the program students will meet with advising to develop a curriculum plan.
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The program of study must be completed within a six-semester time frame.
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Students will be held accountable for the policies and procedures of the nursing program as outlined in the nursing student policy handbook, as well as the college student handbook.
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General education, electives and program specific courses must be completed with a grade of 'C' or better.
***PRIOR to FIRST PRACTICUM
Students must have on file:
Additional Completion Requirements
Requirements for graduation from the Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) program are:
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Students must successfully complete 120 hours of college-level credit courses in the degree program, including the lower division associate degree, and the 48 hours of Bachelor of Science in nursing program.
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Students must successfully complete 36 hours of general education as established by Daytona State College for its Associate of Arts degree program.
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Students must complete the Humanities (6 credit) requirement as established by Daytona State College for its Associate of Arts degree program.
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Students must have completed the Florida foreign language requirement prior to the completion of the bachelor's degree. The requirement may be met by taking two years of the same foreign language in high school or eight credits of the same foreign language in college.
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Students must complete the Florida Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement. Students must pass the Florida Civic Literacy Examination (FCLE) prior to graduating.
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Students must complete 25 percent of the overall degree requirements, 25 percent of program-specific classes, and 25 percent of the upper-level program-specific credits at Daytona State College.
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Students must meet all other Daytona State graduation policies and deadlines.
Program Credit Requirements
|
General Education Core Requirements |
36.00 |
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Associate Degree Major Program Specific |
42.00 |
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BS Nursing Major Program Specific |
32.00 |
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BS Nursing Additional Requirements |
10.00 |
| TOTAL |
... |
120.00 |
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Program Specific Courses
| NUR3065 | Health Assessment | 3 |
| NUR3125 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| NUR3145 | Pharmacology | 2 |
| NUR3655 | Nursing in a Multicultural Society | 3 |
| NUR3826 | Legal and Ethical Aspects of Nursing | 3 |
| NUR3846 | Critical Approaches to Nursing Theory | 3 |
| NUR4169 | Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice | 3 |
| NUR4636C | Community Health Nursing and Lab | 4 |
| NUR4827C | Leadership and Clinical Decision-Making and Lab | 5 |
| NUR4837 | Health Care Policy and Economics | 3 |
Sample Program of Study
1st Semester
| CHM1025C | Introduction to Chemistry and Lab | 4 |
| DEP2004 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| NUR3125 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| NUR3846 | Critical Approaches to Nursing Theory | 3 |
2nd Semester
| STA2023 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
| NUR3065 | Health Assessment | 3 |
| NUR3826 | Legal and Ethical Aspects of Nursing | 3 |
| Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2010, AMH2020 or POS2041) | 3 |
Social Sciences Core: Civic Literacy-Students must also pass the Florida Civic Literacy Examination (FCLE) prior to graduating.
3rd Semester
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| NUR3145 | Pharmacology | 2 |
| NUR3655 | Nursing in a Multicultural Society | 3 |
| NUR4837 | Health Care Policy and Economics | 3 |
Humanities Core: It is recommended that students take a Humanities course with the Cultural/Global designation for this requirement, unless a Cultural/Global course has already been passed.
NUR3655: This course meets the Cultural/Global focus designation.
4th Semester
| NUR4169 | Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice | 3 |
| NUR4636C | Community Health Nursing and Lab | 4 |
| NUR4827C | Leadership and Clinical Decision-Making and Lab | 5 |