Nursing

Jeannine Muldoon, Ph.D., R.N., Dean of the Division of Nursing

Teresa Aprigliano, Ed.D., R.N., Associate Dean and Director, R.N./Dual Degree Programs, LPN-BS Programs

Rose L. Schecter, Ph.D, R.N., Associate Dean and Director, Undergraduate Program

Professors: Teresa Aprigliano, Bernadette Curry (Dean Emerita), Veronica Feeg, Carole Gutterman, Lois Moylan, Jeannine Muldoon, Freida Pemberton, Rose Schecter

Associate Professors: Mary O'Shaughnessy, Patricia Rozea, Margaret Whelan

Assistant Professors: Linda Belsten, Patricia Bennett, Alex Bliven, Agnes Bracken, O.P., Elaine Burger, Mary Cuff-Plante, Christine D'Ambrosio, Donna Driscoll, Helen Dubinsky, Lorraine Emeghebo, Mary Fassetta, Sharon Hayes, Nona Holmes, Debra Kantor, Susan Krenitsky-Korn, Kathleen Lamaute, Joanne Manning-Baker, Geraldine Moore, Maureen Moulder, Ann Marie Paraszcauk, Diane Pastor, Janet Sarandrea, Barbara Schwartz, Eileen Shah, Alicia Stone, Kathleen Thelian, Rita Vanson, CIJ

Instructors: Normadeane Armstrong

NURSING UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM

Rose L. Schecter, Ph.D, R.N., Associate Dean and Director, Undergraduate Program

C220 Casey Center

516.678.5000, Ext. 6251

DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAM FOR REGISTERED NURSES

DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM FOR REGISTERED NURSES

DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM FOR SECOND DEGREE

LPN—B.S./RN PROGRAM

Teresa Aprigliano, Ed.D., R.N., Associate Dean and Director, R.N./Dual Degree Program

C219 Casey Center

516.678.5000, Ext. 6467

Note: The Division of Nursing reserves the right to make necessary program alterations in response to changes in professional nursing practice and/or the health care delivery system. Students are responsible for meeting all program requirements.

PHILOSOPHY OF THE DIVISION OF NURSING

The faculty of the Division of Nursing, in accord with Molloy College, believes that every person, as a biological, psychological, sociological, spiritual cultural being, has an innate potential for self-actualization in a dynamic universe. We believe that human beings are entitled to an environment which fosters individual self-esteem and mutual positive regard. We hold in high esteem the inherent worth and dignity of all individuals. It is the concept of valuing, in relation to humanity-environment-health, which gives meaning to humanistic nursing practice.

Each human being is an integrated whole, evolving through time. The uniqueness of humanity is reflected through individuals, families and communities continuously interacting with their environment. Since environment influences the health and well-being of humanity, we recognize our collective responsibility to strive toward an environmentally better world.

Health is a dynamic state of bio-psycho-socio-cultural well-being. A responsible society provides a health care system that enables individuals to function at their highest level. Nursing meets the actual and potential needs of humanity by assisting a diverse, multi-cultural population to attain, maintain and retain optimum health.

Nursing is both a science and an art which focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of human responses. Humanistic nursing integrates theory and practice within a framework of ethical decision-making. Nursing provides health care for individuals, families and communities. Central to professional practice are caring, interpersonal communication and nursing therapeutics. We believe that nursing is a social contract grounded in the profession's code of ethics and requires a life-long professional commitment.

Baccalaureate nursing education is based on liberal arts and sciences. This foundation distinguishes baccalaureate nurses by preparing them to communicate, evaluate and provide humanistic health care. Professional nursing education includes nursing's scientific body of knowledge which is augmented by the findings of multidisciplinary research. Baccalaureate education prepares the nurse generalist in a beginning leadership role as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team who is able to practice in a variety of settings.

The faculty believe that learning is an ongoing process that fosters intellectual inquisitiveness, critical thinking and decision-making, a creative approach to life situations and an appreciation of ethical and aesthetic values. We believe learning occurs best in a humanistic environment that values students and supports them in becoming increasingly self aware and self-directed.

NURSING ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS

The Department of Nursing has articulation agreements with the Departments of Nursing at Nassau Community College, Queensboro Community College, the State University of New York at Farmingdale and Delhi College. Graduates of these programs with a cumulative index of 2.5 and a grade of C or better in nursing are accepted in the Molloy Nursing Program.

NURSING PROGRAM PURPOSE

The purpose of the Baccalaureate Program in Nursing at Molloy College is to prepare the nurse generalist to practice in a variety of health care settings in beginning clinical leadership/ management roles. The program is designed to build on the liberal arts and sciences and provide a foundation for advanced study. The Judeo-Christian tradition of Molloy College provides a basis for the nursing framework, thereby preparing nurses for humanistic professional practice.

Characteristics of the Baccalaureate Graduate

The graduate of the baccalaureate nursing program of Molloy College is an educated individual who has acquired the knowledge and skills to provide humanistic nursing practice in multiple settings and a foundation for advanced study in nursing. This nurse:

• Demonstrates professional practice that upholds the inherent worth and dignity of individuals, families and communities, sensitive to their diverse spiritual and cultural needs.

• Synthesizes knowledge from the humanities, sciences and nursing as the foundation for critical thinking and decision making.
• Employs effective communication skills throughout the scope of professional practice.
• Utilizes evolving technology to promote quality patient outcomes.
• Provides consistent, safe and competent patient-centered care.
• Considers the complex economic, legal, political and ethical issues affecting the delivery of care in the dynamic and global health care environment.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for professional nursing practice.
• Demonstrates beginning leadership abilities as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team.
• Evaluates and integrates research that supports evidenced based nursing practice.
• Demonstrates intellectual inquisitiveness and a lifelong commitment to learning.

NURSING PROGRAM OPTIONS

The Baccalaureate Nursing Program has several options, each of which is described in the following pages:

• Generic Undergraduate Program

• Dual Degree Program for Second Degree Students
• LPN to BS/RN Program
• Degree Completion Program for Registered Nursing Students
• Dual Degree Program for Registered Nurses
• Alternative Admission Pathway to Master's Program: Bridge Program for RN's with a Non-Nursing Baccalaureate Degree.

READMISSION

Students who left the Molloy College Nursing Program in good standing and who are requesting readmission to the Molloy College Nursing Program are required to meet the following conditions for reinstatement:

• Clinical nursing course work completed more than three years ago in Molloy College's Nursing Program must be repeated. The need for repetition of non-clinical nursing courses will be determined on an individual basis.
• Students who have been withdrawn due to academic failure may not be readmitted to the same undergraduate nursing program.
• Readmission to the Nursing Program for students who have taken Molloy College Division of Nursing clinical courses within the past three-year period may require that students successfully complete challenge examinations and demonstrate clinical competence. The need for such examinations will be determined on an individual basis.

Nursing Program Policies and Requirements

PROGRESSION CRITERIA - PRIOR TO STARTING PROGRAM

Reading and Writing Proficiency (All Students)

• Students are tested for reading and writing levels upon admission. See front of Catalog under "Admissions" requirements for testing information. English courses and remediation are assigned based on students' performance

Reading and Writing Specific to Generic Students

• Prior to entry into Level I nursing courses, all nursing students must achieve a minimum score of 480 on the SAT Critical Reading test or have completed ENG 101 with a minimum grade of "C". Prior to entry into Level III, students must have successfully completed English Composition (ENG 110) or its transferred equivalent.
• RN Degree Completion and DDP/RN Students must have completed required remedial writing course and/or ENG 110 prior to entering any nursing courses.
• "English as a Second Language (ESL)" students are required to take the Michigan Test. Please refer to admissions requirements at the front of the Catalog for additional information. Prior to entry into Level I nursing courses, ESL students must have completed all ESL required courses.

Mathematics Proficiency for Generic Students

• A mathematics proficiency examination will be administered to all nursing students as part of the admissions process. Transfer students and "change of major into nursing" students will take the test at the first scheduled date after such transfer. Successful completion of this test (90% or above) is required for all students before NUR 129 may be taken.
• A student receiving a grade below 90% will be required to successfully complete one remediation course (MAT 060).
• Students, who have taken the ERI NET® exam prior to admission must achieve a 72% on essential math skills portion. These students will not need to take the mathematics proficiency examination and may begin nursing courses. Student with less than 72% must take MAT 060.
• Failure to attain a Pass grade when taking this course (MAT 060) will necessitate withdrawal from the Nursing Program.

DIVISION REQUIREMENTS

Progression Requirements

• Before beginning the Sophomore year, students must have met the following prerequisites: BIO 120, BIO 121, (BIO 222 when required for transfer students) BIO 245, CHE 112; PSY 111; SOC 101 or SOC 166; a 2.5 cumulative index and appropriate reading, writing and math test scores.
• All students are required to complete the Nurse Entrance Test (NET) by ERI, Inc.® during NUR 129.
• Prior to NUR 209 all nursing majors are required to have nine-hour Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification (CPR), for professional rescuers. Consult the Molloy College Continuing Education Program, the Red Cross, Heart Association or local programs for course availability. Thereafter, re-certification is required every two years.
• Students are required to complete a Fire Safety Program prior to entering the clinical setting in NUR 209. The program is available on the computers in the Nursing Lab in C217 Casey Center. At the completion of the computer program students will receive printout that confirms completion of the program. This will be kept in their permanent file maintained by the division.
• Students are required to complete a State Mandated Infection Control Module prior to entering the clinical setting in NUR 209. The program is available on the computer in the Nursing Lab in C217 Casey Center. At the completion of the computer program, students will receive a printout that confirms completion of the program. This will be kept in their permanent file maintained by the division, related course content will be incorporated into NUR 209 lectures and tested via objective exam.
• Students are required to complete a State Mandated Child Abuse Module prior to completing NUR 349. The student must complete this module available on the computer in C217 Casey Center. Documentation of completion will be kept in their permanent file maintained by the division. In addition, related course content will be incorporated into NUR 349 lectures and tested via objective exam.

Drug Calculation Proficiency

• Prior to completion of NUR 239 or NUR 226-LPN, the student will complete a level drug calculation test. A minimum grade of 90% is required. If 90% or greater is not achieved the test may be retaken once following the completion of prescribed remediation. If the student fails to attain a 90% on the retake examination, he/she may NOT progress, until successfully completing NUR 070. NUR 070 may be taken only one time following a level drug calculation failure. If the student fails to demonstrate competency in level drug calculations in NUR 070 by scoring below 90% on the examination, the student may NOT continue as a nursing major. (Refer to Courses in Nursing Section for the NUR 070 course description).
• Prior to completion of NUR 409, the student must successfully complete a level drug calculation test. A minimum passing grade of 90% is required. If 90% is not achieved, the test may be retaken once following completion of prescribed remediation. If the student fails to receive 90% on the retake exam he/she may NOT progress into NUR 449 without successfully completing NUR 071. NUR 071 may be taken only one time following a level drug calculation examination failure. If the student fails to demonstrate competency in level drug calculations in NUR 071 by scoring below 90% on the examination, the student may not continue as a nursing major. (Refer to the Courses in Nursing Section for the NUR 071 course description).
• Each nursing course will provide for ongoing assessment of drug calculation skills throughout the program.

BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

For All Nursing Students

• Nursing majors must have access to a car for community health nursing experiences and are responsible for all transportation to and from clinical experiences.
• Health Requirements: Prior to entry into NUR 209, clinical settings, a physical examination with immunizations, boosters and antibody titres, as well as specific requirements of individual agencies, is mandated (see posted Division schedule). Thereafter, an annual physical is required as per Nursing Division schedules.
• Students who do not submit their initial or annual completed physical by the due dates will be charged a late fee of $50.00.
• No student will be permitted to attend a clinical experience without a completed Division of Nursing Physical Form on file in the Division. No further notice will be given.
• In addition, a student may be required to submit, at any time, a statement from his/her health care provider if evident limitations interfere with the student's practice or learning.
• All students are required to carry liability insurance under a group plan sponsored by Molloy before taking any clinical nursing course. See the division for additional information. (RN and LPN students are required to carry individual policies and provide copies to the Division of Nursing.) A copy of state licensure should be on file in the Admissions Office.
• Students are required to maintain a clinical skills manual throughout the program. The manual will be instituted during NUR 209 or NUR 226 LPN and updated during each subsequent clinical nursing course. Student proficiency in skills will be validated by Nursing Learning Laboratory staff and faculty. Students will be required to demonstrate skill proficiency to faculty at the beginning of each clinical nursing course.
• Clinical laboratory experiences are provided in cooperation with a variety of community agencies in the Nassau, Suffolk and the greater New York metropolitan area.
• Students may not schedule a class earlier than 1 hour from the scheduled end of a clinical course.

Academic Progression Criteria

Nursing students are responsible for meeting all Nursing Program requirements as stated in the Molloy College Catalog. The progression requirements noted below apply at various points in the program.

• All entering freshmen and transfer students who score a minimum of 480 on the Critical Reading section of the SAT exam are exempt from reading courses and may begin nursing and science sequence courses (see Molloy College Catalog 2007-2009, page 14). Students must pass the entrance math screening test or MAT 060 to begin the program.
• Student must have an overall 2.5 cumulative index prior to beginning NUR 209, NUR 229, NUR 239 and NUR 226 LPN. An overall 2.3 cumulative index is required prior to beginning NUR 329 and associated courses.
• Grades of "C+" or better are required in all science courses.
• Grades of "C+" or better are required in all nursing courses. The same nursing course may be repeated one time only. Students may withdraw from the same nursing course no more than once. Failure of a third nursing course will result in dismissal from the nursing program. The Division reserves the right to review and modify this failure policy.
• Students may register for courses during the summer on an "as available" basis. Criteria for summer attendance are:
  • Overall GPA of 3.2, including the spring semester.
  • No failed nursing courses throughout program.
  • Students, who withdraw during the spring semester with either a "W", "WA" or "WF", will not be eligible to register for Summer nursing courses.
  • Students, who do not pass their nursing course(s) during the spring semester, will not be permitted to take that course (or courses) during the summer.
• Acceleration in the nursing program occurs in semester one. For students that have completed BIO 120, BIO 121, BIO 245 and CHE 112 along with psychology and sociology, the criteria are:
  • Acceptance into the nursing program
  • Acceptable college required SAT reading-level
  • Passing of math screening test or MAT 060
  • GPA of 3.3
  • Minimum of 70 on NET Reading Assessment
• For students in the Dual Degree/Second Degree Program, the criteria above is not acceleration, rather it is part of the typical plan of study. See specific course progression in Dual Degree Handbook.
• Students are expected to participate in all Division of Nursing required ERI testing/ learning activities. These computer-provided activities include but are not limited to those associated with a specific course as well as additional modules as deemed necessary by either faculty or the Division. Additionally, students are required to attend the ERI NCLEX review course given immediately after completing the program. Students commit themselves to make every serious attempt needed to schedule and take the NCLEX licensure exam as soon after completing the review course as is possible.

Testing Program/Survey

• Prior to NUR 499 students are required to take a standardized test in preparation for the NCLEX-RN. Academic remediation/support is required of those students who do not achieve the required test score.
• Throughout the Program there will be required assessment and enrichment activities for student completion.
• Students must complete the majority of liberal arts requirements before beginning upper division courses. Liberal arts requirements must be completed prior to or concurrent with completion of NUR 499 or RN course NUR 496.

RETENTION

An exit interview with an Associate Dean of Program is required for students who choose to change their program or withdraw from Molloy, as well as for students whose grades do not meet program requirements.

GRADUATION

Students must complete all general education and nursing program requirements for a total of 128 credits with a minimum cumulative index of 2.0.

A grade of "C+" or better is needed for all nursing and science courses. (RN's—See RN Student Handbook).

Graduates of this program are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examinations (NCLEX-RN) administered by New York State to achieve licensure as a registered professional nurse.

FACILITIES

A fully equipped and staffed nursing learning center is available on campus for student use.

Programs for Nursing Majors

Nursing New York State Programs and HEGIS Codes

New York State Registered Program Code: 07458 (Generic - BS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.00 {Nursing}

New York State Registered Program Code: 91347 (RN-BS Non-License Qualifying)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10 {Nursing - RN required for Admission}

New York State Registered Program Code: 22184 (CNS - Dual BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.00 {Nursing}

New York State Registered Program Code: 22185 (CNS - Dual RN-BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10 {Nursing - RN required for Admission}

New York State Registered Program Code: 22188 (NAI - Dual BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.00 {Nursing}

New York State Registered Program Code: 22189 (NAI - Dual RN-BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10 {Nursing  - RN required for Admission}

New York State Registered Program Code: 22186 (NE - Dual BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.00 {Nursing}

New York State Registered Program Code: 22187 (NE - Dual RN-BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10 {Nursing  - RN required for Admission}

New York State Registered Program Code: 21419 (ANP - Dual BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.00 {Nursing}

New York State Registered Program Code: 20708  (ANP - Dual RN-BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10 {Nursing  - RN required for Admission}

New York State Registered Program Code: 21418 (FNP - Dual BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.00 {Nursing}

New York State Registered Program Code: 20839 (FNP - Dual RN-BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10 {Nursing  - RN required for Admission}

New York State Registered Program Code: 21417 (NPP - Dual BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.00 {Nursing}

New York State Registered Program Code: 20838 (NPP - Dual RN-BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10 {Nursing  - RN required for Admission}

New York State Registered Program Code: 21416 (PNP - Dual BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.00 {Nursing}

New York State Registered Program Code: 20710  (PNP - Dual RN-BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10 {Nursing  - RN required for Admission}

New York State Registered Program Code: 19244  (Dual-BS/MS License Qualifying)
HEGIS Code: 1203.00  {Nursing} (BS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10  {Nursing} (MS)

New York State Registered Program Code: 19210  (Dual RN-BS/MS Non-License Qualifying)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10  {Nursing - RN required for Admission} {BS & MS}

NEW 2008 Nursing Curriculum—B.S.

New York State Registered Program Code: Varies (See List)

HEGIS Code: 1203.00 {Nursing}

NEW undergraduate curriculum for Nursing Major Requirements begins phasing in for Fall 2008.

NOTE: The General Education requirement is 44, and has been adjusted to 32, because the following Related requirements will also satisfy the requirement: BIO 120; MAT 114/115; PSY 111; SOC 101 or SOC 166.

†Honors Program students will take SOC 325H in place of SOC 101 or 166.

Matriculated status is required for registration in all nursing courses. All pre- and corequisites must be met.

Non-clinical nursing courses are: NUR 129, 139, 229, 239, 259, 289, 389, 409 and 459.

Clinical nursing courses are: NUR 209, 299, 329, 349, 359, 429, 439, 449 and 499.

2001 Nursing Curriculum—B.S.

New York State Registered Program Code: Varies (See List)

HEGIS Code: 1203.00 {Nursing}

OLD undergraduate curriculum for Nursing Major Requirements begins phasing out for Fall 2008.

NOTE: The General Education requirement is 44, and has been adjusted to 32, because the following Related requirements will also satisfy the requirement: BIO 120; MAT 114/115; PSY 111; SOC 101 or SOC 161 or SOC 166.

†Honors Program students will take SOC 325H in place of SOC 101, 161 or 166.

Matriculated status is required for registration in all nursing courses. All pre- and corequisites must be met.

Non-clinical nursing courses are: NUR 130, 140, 214, 216, 315, 320, 340, 360, 410.

Clinical nursing courses are: NUR 215, 225, 325, 345, 365, 415.

Dual Degree Program for Second Degree Nurses - New 2008 Curriculum

The purpose of the accelerated Bachelor of Science/ Master of Science Degree Program is to further the educational and career goals of students holding a non-nursing baccalaureate or higher degree.

Overview

The Dual Degree Program (DDP) allows students to build on their knowledge base and expedite their humanistic learning by enrolling in both undergraduate and graduate courses throughout the program of study. The full-time DDP allows students to accelerate by progressively introducing master's courses beginning with the second semester of the first year of study. Students are required to have a strong academic background and maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Students are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) administered for New York State to achieve licensure as Registered Professional Nurses upon completion of baccalaureate program requirements. This license is necessary prior to enrolling in the clinical/field experience courses to be taken during the last year of graduate study.

Admission Requirements

Transfer credit allocation is consistent with College policy. Students must declare their intent to enroll in the DDP upon admission. Requirements include:

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.

• An undergraduate GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.
• Satisfactory completion of the math proficiency requirement.
• Nelson Denny score of 14 or a NET (ERI®) Reading Comprehension Test Score of 70.
• A personal interview.

A provisional admission status may be available. See program director for details.

Program of Study

Students transfer in a maximum of 98 credits.

DDP students are subject to the same policies and course criteria as listed in the College Catalog for bachelor's and master's students, however, they are permitted to accelerate by taking graduate courses simultaneously with undergraduate course work. Graduate courses are progressively introduced throughout the program of study. Graduate courses may be added after the successful completion of the first clinical course (NUR 209).

In addition, all DDP students are held to the same policies and progression requirements as listed for undergraduate nursing students.

Progression Requirements

A 3.0 GPA is required for the Dual Degree students. Should a student's GPA fall below 3.0, the student will be put on probation for one semester. Should the student not achieve the required 3.0 in the subsequent semester the student will be asked to change into the undergraduate program.

LPN to BS/RN Program

Overview

The purpose of the LPN to BS/RN Program is to provide an opportunity for Licensed Practical Nurses to obtain a baccalaureate degree in nursing. This is accomplished through a program that recognizes the academic preparation and clinical practice experience of the LPN by providing advanced standing opportunities through credit equivalency. Credit equivalency is determined by the Program Director and members of the faculty.

Admission Requirements

All students must meet college admission criteria as well as have:

• A completed application
• Current New York State registration as a licensed Practical Nurse
• A cumulative index of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or a program average of >83.0 from an accredited program of study
• Current LPN malpractice insurance
• Satisfactory completion of the math proficiency requirement
• A minimal score of 480 on the SAT Critical Reading Test or have completed ENG 101 with a minimum grade of "C'.

Program of Study

Students follow the same program of study as generic nursing students. Students with a minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience and documented successful completion of a skills module maybe granted equivalency credit for NUR 224 LPN: Clinical Concepts as related to Humanistic Nursing Practice (3 credits). The decision to waive NUR 224 LPN will be based upon the provision of direct patient care during one-year of full time practice, or its part-time equivalent and a current "competency skills" verification module.* See Director for additional information. The candidate's clinical experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

*Equivalent credit will be granted upon appropriate documentation on the Employment Status Form

Credits earned at another college or university may be transferred in accordance with college policy as noted in the Molloy College catalog. Additional credits may be earned through department-developed challenge and CLEP examinations of identified liberal arts and science courses.

Challenge Exams for Nursing

Note: All challenges must be successfully completed prior to beginning nursing courses.

ALL CHALLENGE EXAMS
MAY BE TAKEN ONLY ONCE

SCIENCE CHALLENGE EXAMS:

The schedule and sequence of Challenge Exams are as follows:

• BIO 245 (Microbiology) A workshop is offered prior to the test and the exam is given every Fall Semester.
• BIO 120 (Anatomy and Physiology I) A workshop is offered in January prior to the beginning of the Spring Semester and the exam will be given in February.
• BIO 121 (Anatomy and Physiology II) A workshop is offered in March and the exam is given in April.

*DATES WILL BE ARRANGED EACH SEMESTER WITH THE BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT AT 516.678.5000 Ext. 6287.

LPN CHALLENGE EXAMS:

• Nursing Exams: (ERI, Inc. ® Assessment Exams)

NUR 139 Growth and Development

RN CHALLENGE EXAMS:

Science Challenge Exams must be completed prior to the nursing Challenge Exams. The ERI, Inc. ®: RN Assessment and Pathophysiology exams are given once each semester. Specific dates are posted at the college on the bulletin boards in the Nursing Division. Students are strongly encouraged to take the NCLEX review class/course prior to the exams. If a student does not pass the ERI, Inc. RN Assessment, then the appropriate Molloy College class must be taken and successfully passed. (See the Program Director for additional information.) If a student does not pass the Pathophysiology Challenge Exam, then NUR 229 must be taken and successfully passed.

*ARRANGEMENTS FOR NURSING EXAMS ARE MADE WITH THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR IN C219 CASEY CENTER OR 516.678.5000, EXT. 6467.

• Four weeks notice is required for all Nursing Challenge Exams

Degree Completion Program for Registered Nurses

NURSING—RN (BS)

A total of 128 credits is required for the B.S. degree.

Admission Requirements

• Graduate of a National League for Nursing or CCNE accredited Associate Degree Nursing Program or accredited Diploma School of Nursing
• Current license in NY State as a Registered Professional Nurse or eligible to sit for the next NCLEX-RN exam
• A cumulative index of 2.7 for Associate Degree Work with a grade of "C'' or better in the major field
• A score of 90 on the Michigan Test for English as a Foreign Language

NOTE: See catalog section on Transfer Students - Application Procedures. All General Education Requirements, Nursing Requirements, Related Requirements and Electives must be met.

Matriculated status is required for registration in all nursing courses.

Associates Degree Nursing Graduates

The courses in the Associate Degree nursing major, taken as a whole, will be considered equivalent to NUR 139, NUR 209, NUR 229, NUR 259, NUR 299, NUR 329, NUR 349, NUR 359 (31 credits), NUR 229 (3 credits).

Diploma School Graduates

Challenge Examinations (to be taken at Molloy) may be taken in the following areas:

• Nursing Courses: NUR 139, NUR 209, NUR 229, NUR 259, NUR 299, NUR 329, NUR 349, NUR 359 (34 credits).
• See program Director for specifics on Challenge Exams and see Molloy College policy on Challenge Exams.
• Related Requirements: BIO 120, BIO 121, BIO 245; ENV 101. (BIO 222 is required if fewer than eight (8) credits in Anatomy and Physiology are transferred).
• Other liberal arts credits may be earned through either: CLEP, NYCPEP, RED exams or departmental examinations.

The combination of Molloy Challenge Examinations, standardized challenge examinations and transfer credits may not exceed 98 credits. Challenge Exams are to be completed before beginning NUR 350 and/or NUR 351.

The nurse must hold the Registered Professional Nurse License in order to begin in NUR 352.

Clinical Competency for RN's

Students are required to submit a copy of current competency tests (from their agencies while taking NUR 350) to the appropriate faculty member.

Students who do not have a current competency test or are not currently working in a clinical type practice are required to complete identified learning modules. These modules are in the Nursing Lab and must be completed prior to NUR 352.

Math Proficiency for RN's

RN students are required to take a drug calculation exam as part of NUR 350. Students scoring below 90% will need to complete a drug calculation learning module prior to NUR 352.

Dual Degree Program for Registered Nurses

NURSING—B.S./M.S.

The purpose of the accelerated Bachelor of Science/ Master of Science Degree Program is to further the educational and career goals of registered nurses.

Overview

The Dual Degree Program (DDP) allows students to build on their knowledge base and accelerate their humanistic learning by enrolling in both undergraduate and graduate courses throughout the program of study. Since the DDP permits students to accelerate by replacing up to nine credits of baccalaureate study with nine credits of master's study, it is recommended that students have a strong academic background and students must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Students will be awarded a baccalaureate degree upon successful completion of the undergraduate requirements and a master's degree upon completion of the graduate requirements.

Admission Requirements

Transfer credit allocation and challenge exams for Diploma School graduates are consistent with the Degree Completion Program for Registered Nursing Students. Students must declare their intent to enroll in the DDP upon admission.* Requirements include:

• Current New York State Registered Professional Nurse License
• A personal interview
• An undergraduate GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale

* Diploma School graduates are required to take 12 credits of baccalaureate course work in order to establish the required GPA before declaring intent.

A provisional admission status may be available. See program director for details.

Program of Study

The program will be individualized according to the content and number of transfer credits accepted for each student. DDP students are subject to the same policies and course criteria as listed in the College Catalog for bachelor's and master's students.

A maximum of nine (9) graduate credits may be substituted for nine (9) undergraduate credits depending on individualized transcripts and advisement.

*After completing a required Learning Module, students take the graduate course "Current Issues in Professional Nursing" (NUR 510) in lieu of the undergraduate course "Humanistic Concepts for Professional Nursing Practice" (NUR 249 RN).

The graduate philosophy course "Advanced Medical Ethics" (PHI/THE 505) will be offered to students in place of an undergraduate Theology or Philosophy Ethics Course.

A graduate course may be taken in place of an undergraduate cognate (with advisement).

Graduate courses are progressively introduced throughout the program of study.

Program Requirements

Progression Requirements

A 3.0 GPA is required for the Dual Degree students. Should a student's GPA fall below 3.0, the student will be put on probation for one semester. Should the student not achieve the required 3.0 in the subsequent semester the student will be asked to change into the RN Degree Completion Program.