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New Dean of the Frances M . Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions

Highest NCLEX Pass Rate in Program History

Gwynedd Mercy University received its highest-ever

NCLEX exam first-time pass rate in BSN program history this fall , surpassing state and national averages with 91.39 %.
“ At a time when Mercy nurses are needed more than ever , I am so incredibly proud of our students who will make a real and lasting difference in the communities where they live and work ,” said Jane H . Tang , PhD , RN , NE-BC , Dean of GMercyU ’ s Frances M . Maguire School of Nursing & Health Professions .

New Dean of the Frances M . Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions

GMercyU Nursing students have the support of a professional nursing advisor , and benefit from NCLEX preparation strategies throughout their entire program . Their education also is deeply rooted in Mercy , which includes a focus on improving equity and access to high quality compassionate care in the Mercy tradition .
Jane H . Tang , PhD , RN , NE-BC began her tenure as the new Dean of the Frances M . Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions this past summer .
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Dr . Tang brings to the University a wealth of higher education leadership experiences that align with the University ’ s mission and values , the most recent as Professor and Chair of the Division of Nursing at Immaculata University , where she served as Chief Academic Nursing Officer since 2017 . Joining Immaculata in 2005 , Dr . Tang also served as the Director of the MSN program for 10 years .
“ I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity to lead and serve the Frances M . Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions . I look forward to the shared vision that will prepare Distinctive GMercyU Graduates to address the healthcare needs of today and the future ,” said Dr . Tang .
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