2008-2009 Graduate Catalog [Archived]
Nursing
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GRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED:
Master of Science—Nursing
Family Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Administration
Nursing Education
Post Master’s Certificate—Non-Degree
Family Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Education
GRADUATE FACULTY
Professors
Frank, Paula E., Ph.D., University of Utah
Professor of Nursing
Specialization: Nursing Administration
Mallory, Debra, Ph.D., WHNP, Texas Woman’s University
Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Research, Maternity Nursing, Women’s Health
Associate Professors
Acree, Esther, M.S.N., F.N.P., Sp.Cl.Nsg., Indiana University
Interim Associate Dean College of Nursing, Health, and Human Services, and Associate Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nursing
Fine, Julie., M.B., M.S.N., Ph.D., The University of Texas, Austin
Associate Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Maternal Newborn
Gosse, Catherine S., Ph.D., Ohio State University
Associate Professor of Nursing
Specialization: Medical Surgical Nursing
Gregory, Veda, M.S.N., Sp.Cl. Nursing, F.N.P., Indiana University
Associate Professor of Nursing
Specialization: Community Health Nursing
Inman, Sandra, R.N., D.N. Sc., Rush University
Associate Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Medical Surgical Nursing, Adult Health
McKinney, Melody, D.N.S., Indiana University
Associate Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Adult Health, Care Giving
Miller, Marcia, M.S.N., Ph.D., Indiana State University
Associate Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Psychiatric Nursing Clinical Specialist
White, Loretta, D.N.S., Indiana University
Associate Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Medical Surgery
Assistant Professors
Burns, Carolyn, D.N.S., Rush University
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, Critical Incident and Stress Debriefing
Bonte-Eley, Susan M., Ph.D., F.N.P., Indiana State University
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Maternity Nursing, Nursing Informatics
Everly, Marcee, C.N.M., M.S.N., D.N.P., University of Colorado
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Specialization: Maternal-Newborn Nursing
Hall, Lea. M.S.N., F..N.P., Ph.D.C., Indiana State University
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Curriculum and Instruction, Family Nurse Practitioner
Howk, Cherie, Ph.D., Rush University
Associate Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
Mgutshini, Tennyson, Ph.D., Brunel University
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Mental Health Nursing, Community Health Nursing
Shin, Cha-Nam, Ph.D., St. Louis University
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Specializations: Public Administration, Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing
INTRODUCTION
The Graduate Nursing Program at Indiana State University admitted its first students in 1986. It has maintained continuous accreditation by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc. since 1989. The master’s program prepares nurses for advanced nursing practice in three concentrations. A graduate of the family nurse practitioner concentration utilizes a comprehensive approach to meet the diversified and holistic health needs of individuals, families, groups, and communities. The graduate of the nursing education concentration is prepared to design, provide, and evaluate educational offerings for healthcare settings, community groups, secondary education health career courses, and undegraduate nursing programs. A nursing administration concentration graduate is prepared to assume first-line and middle management roles in large health care organizations and middle and upper management roles in smaller health care organizations.
All courses and practica are offered via web-based distance learning. Students must complete a master’s thesis (six credits), evidence-based practice project, or a culminating project.
A post-master’s certificate is offered in two of the master’s concentrations. The family nurse practitioner certificate is available for master’s prepared nurses with either a prior master of arts or master of science degree with a focus in nursing, or nurse practitioner specialization in another area, who wish to obtain family nurse practitioner education. Courses are designed with variable credit hours so the didactic and clinical content can be individualized dependent on previous nurse education and specialization. The nursing education certificate is available for master’s prepared nurses to obtain specialization as a nurse educator.
Graduates who complete the master’s degree with a major in nursing or post-master’s certificate in the family nurse practitioner concentration are eligible to apply for national certification testing through the American Nurses Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Those who complete the master’s degree with a major in nursing or post-master’s certificate in the nursing education concentration are eligible to apply for the National League for Nursing nurse educator certification. Depending upon experience, graduates who complete the master’s degree with a major in nursing with a concentration in nursing administration are eligible for certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS*
Eligible applicants must meet University admission criteria and the following Nursing Program admission criteria:
- A baccalaureate degree in nursing from a college or university accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission or equivalent accreditation association.
- Current R.N. licensure or equivalent in the geographical location where the student will be doing his/her preceptorship or clinical practicum.
- Three letters of reference including at least one academic and one professional reference.
- Personal statement of professional goals.
- Minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for undergraduate course work.
- Evidence of the equivalent of one year of full-time work experience as a registered nurse before entering a clinical or role course.
Applicants to the Nursing Program are considered on a competitive basis. Criteria include intellectual capacity, performance, maturity, clarity of goals, and other qualities appropriate for graduate study. An individual or group interview may be requested or required.
*Applicants not meeting all criteria may be considered for conditional admission. Applicants not meeting the requirement of a minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale can be admitted to conditional status. They must earn a minimum of a B grade in each course during the first nine hours of graduate course work for full admission to the program.
FEES AND EXPENSES
Nursing students pay the same University fees as other students, including laboratory, technology, and distance education delivery fees. Other expenses include books, supplies/equipment, name pin, and special test fees. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from clinical and practicum experiences.
FINANCIAL AID
Indiana State University assists students through a number of financial aids: scholarships, student loans, professional nurse traineeships, and work study programs. Graduate assistantships may be awarded to successful applicants. Scholarships may be available on a limited basis. For information, contact the Nursing Program, Office of Student Affairs. For University financial aid contact: Financial Aid Office, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, Indiana 47809.
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