Departments

The College of Nursing is comprised of two separate departments each specializing in a different aspect of nursing and nursing education. We invite you to communicate by e-mail or phone should you have specific questions that are not addressed here.

Adult Health Nursing, Department of

The Department of Adult Health Nursing is comprised of faculty who teach, practice and conduct research related to various health concerns inherent in adult populations. At the undergraduate level, adult health nursing is not only taught in introductory courses, but also in other courses throughout the upper division two-year program of study. A master's degree is also offered in adult health. Graduates of the master's program are prepared for leadership roles in providing comprehensive care to adult populations in various settings from hospital to home. Faculty who teach in the Adult Health graduate program have expertise in the areas of oncology, cardiovascular, and gerontology nursing to name a few. Faculty participate in research such as recognizing and managing pain, promoting health, preventing disease, coping with ovarian cancer, maintaining skin integrity, managing foot care, and performing alternative health care interventions.

*Please note: Graduates may sit for American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification as medical-surgical CNS only if they complete additional clinical hours during or after their program of studies.

Family and Community Nursing, Department of

The Department of Family and Community Nursing is comprised of faculty who teach, practice, and conduct research in: maternity nursing, pediatric nursing, community health nursing, community mental health nursing, and clinical services administration. A master's degree is offered in Nurse-Midwifery, Clinical Services Administration, Community Health, Family Nurse Practitioner and Neonatal Nurse Practitioner specialties. The Nurse-Midwifery concentration prepares nurses to provide comprehensive midwifery care to women of childbearing age. The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner concentration prepares nurses to provide comprehensive family-based neonatal care. The concentration in Clinical Services Administration prepares nurses for leadership roles in administering clinical services in a variety of community-based or acute care provider agencies. Graduates of the Community Health option are prepared for leadership roles in administering community health initiatives. Family Nurse Practitioner graduates are prepared to provide comprehensive primary care to diverse populations, particularly in rural communities. Graduates of each concentration are prepared to sit for certification in their specialty area. Post-master's certificates are also available in specific areas of study.

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