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STUDENT
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VALERIE DEMATEO | |||
Nursing | |||
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NURSING Bachelor of Science
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Baltimore.“ I worked in the Emergency Department at Sinai Hospital and in |
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at University of Maryland |
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St. Joseph Medical Center, |
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The nursing program prepares nurses to meet the challenges of the nursing profession in the 21st century. The philosophy and focus emphasize the ethics of care, critical thinking, and a spirit of inquiry in education, practice, service, and research. Upon successful completion of all degree requirements, graduates are eligible for the National Council Licensure Examination( NCLEX-RN) to become registered nurses.
Students enter the nursing major upon admission to the University and are given program-specific guidance throughout the curriculum. Clinical nursing courses begin in the third year and engage students in dealing with real-life issues in the world of healthcare. Small classes and clinical groups afford rich opportunities for students to build oneon-one professional mentoring relationships with nursing faculty.
Leaders in the nursing community value graduates of Stevenson’ s nursing program for their strong clinical skills and professionalism. The Stevenson nursing program also has an outstanding reputation among employers in Maryland and beyond.
Accreditation: The Bachelor’ s degree in nursing at Stevenson University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, D. C., 20036, 202-887-6791
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CLINICAL COURSES
Care of Children and Families
Care of the Childbearing Family
Care of Vulnerable Populations in the Community
Health Assessment
Introduction to Clinical Nursing
Leadership Practicum
Medical / Surgical Nursing I, II, III
Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
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and I am currently doing clinical rotations at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore,” she says. When asked what she likes most about the nursing program, Valerie says,“ I was able to start as a nursing student beginning my freshmen year. I didn’ t have to wait to apply my junior year and have to fight for limited space in the program.” |
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