NURSING
Bachelor of Science
ELLEN R . CLAYTON , RN , CNE
Chair and Instructor , Nursing ; B . S ., Towson University ; M . S ., University of Maryland
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 one-on-one professional mentoring relationships with nursing faculty . Students complete over 700 hours of clinical experiences at local hospitals and communitybased settings to ensure breadth and depth in their applied nursing education . Examples of hospitals where students complete clinical experiences include Union Memorial Hospital , Johns Hopkins Hospital , Sinai Hospital , Greater Baltimore Medical Center , Franklin Square Hospital , St . Joseph Medical Center , Mercy Medical Center , and University of Maryland Medical System . Examples of community health experiences include Baltimore County Public Schools , homeless shelters , and assisted living facilities . 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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