Nursing (BS)
Federal CIP: 51.3801 Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program prepares students to enter professional nursing practice through a comprehensive, faith-informed curriculum grounded in the 2021 AACN Essentials. The program combines rigorous academic study with clinical and experiential learning to develop graduates who deliver safe, evidence-based, and compassionate patient care.
The BSN curriculum integrates biological, behavioral, and nursing sciences with hands-on training in skills labs, simulation, and supervised clinical settings. Students learn to apply clinical judgment, collaborate within interprofessional care teams, advocate for diverse populations, and utilize healthcare technologies to support quality outcomes. Spiritual formation is woven throughout the program, encouraging students to view nursing as both a profession and a ministry of service, integrity, and healing.
Southern Wesleyan University awards the Bachelor of Science in Nursing upon successful completion of all degree and clinical requirements outlined in the curriculum. Graduates are eligible to apply for licensure as Registered Nurses (RN) and are well-equipped to pursue advanced study, specialty certification, and leadership roles within a variety of healthcare environments.
Learning Outcomes
The following 12 Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) are the foundation of the pre-licensure BSN curriculum at Southern Wesleyan University, incorporating the 10 AACN Domains and two additional outcomes reflecting the spiritual components of the University's core values.
At the end of the BSN program…
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The student will integrate a biblical worldview into nursing practice, demonstrating Christ-like compassion and integrity while serving patients as image-bearers of God and embodying a ministry of healing, hope, and hospitality (Biblical Worldview Integration & Compassionate Care).
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The student will apply Christian ethical principles and responsible stewardship of resources in clinical decision-making, recognizing nursing as a sacred vocation and demonstrating vocational effectiveness as servant-leaders who impact the world for Christ (Ethical Stewardship & Vocational Effectiveness).
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The student will integrate a comprehensive understanding of nursing science, humanities, and related sciences to inform patient-centered care and clinical judgment across the lifespan (Domain 1: Knowledge for Nursing Practice).
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The student will deliver compassionate, holistic, and individualized care that prioritizes the patient's values, preferences, and needs, promoting positive health outcomes for diverse populations (Domain 2: Person-Centered Care).
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The student will promote health and prevent disease for diverse populations through collaborative initiatives, considering social determinants of health, environmental factors, and advocating for health equity (Domain 3: Population Health).
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The student will engage in inquiry, critical appraisal, and application of evidence-based practices to advance nursing knowledge, improve patient outcomes, and contribute to the nursing profession (Domain 4: Scholarship for Nursing Practice).
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The student will apply principles of quality improvement and safety to continuously enhance healthcare systems, minimize harm, and ensure high-quality patient care environments (Domain 5: Quality and Safety).
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The student will collaborate effectively with interprofessional teams, fostering mutual respect, shared decision-making, and effective communication to optimize patient care outcomes (Domain 6: Interprofessional Partnerships).
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The student will engage with healthcare systems and complex organizational structures, adhering to relevant policies and advocating for individual patients and diverse populations (Domain 7: Systems Based Practice).
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The student will utilize informatics and healthcare technologies ethically and effectively to manage information, support clinical judgment, and enhance communication, care coordination, and patient safety (Domain 8: Informatics and Healthcare Technologies).
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The student will demonstrate professional identity, ethical conduct, and accountability in nursing practice, adhering to professional standards, legal parameters, and a commitment to lifelong learning (Domain 9: Professionalism).
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The student will engage in continuous self-assessment, professional growth, and leadership development to foster resilience, well-being, and adaptability in an evolving healthcare landscape (Domain 10: Personal, Professional, and Leadership Development).
Degree Requirements
Prerequisites for Secondary Admission to BSN Program
The following courses must be taken before applying for secondary admission to the BSN program. A minimum grade of C- is required.
Required Courses
It is strongly recommended that the following courses are taken before applying for secondary admission to the BSN program. A minimum grade of C- is required.
Major Courses
A minimum grade of C (75) is required for all NURS courses. No major nursing courses may be transferred in from another institution.
NURS 3722 fulfills the computer core curriculum requirement.
Non-Nursing Major Courses
Summary
| Core Curriculum Requirements |
45 hrs. |
| Nursing Major Requirements |
62 hrs. |
| Non-Nursing Major Requirements |
15 hrs. |
| Total: |
122 hrs. |
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Required Instructional Materials
Students enrolled in the nursing program are provided access to required instructional materials through a comprehensive digital textbook and learning resources package licensed by the University from Wolters Kluwer Lippincott. This package includes required course textbooks, clinical reference materials, and integrated learning, skills, and assessment resources essential to the achievement of program outcomes and student learning objectives.
The package also includes NCLEX licensure examination preparation resources provided through Kaplan Nursing. Kaplan Nursing provides students with structured NCLEX preparation, including review content and assessment tools designed to support student readiness for licensure upon program completion.
These required instructional materials are not available through the University’s standard eCampus bookstore. Access to the digital learning resources is provided to students as part of their enrollment in the nursing program. A Nursing Student Fee is billed during the fall and spring semesters to cover the cost of these required instructional and licensure preparation resources.
Laboratory Supplies and Skills Kits
The nursing program requires students to utilize hands on laboratory supplies to support skill development and mastery of course competencies. The University contracts with an external vendor to procure program specific laboratory supplies.
Students are required to purchase an initial laboratory bag and skills kit at the beginning of the nursing program directly through the School of Nursing. The lab bag will be retained by the student and used throughout the duration of the program.
As students advance into medical-surgical nursing coursework, an additional supplemental laboratory kit will be required. This kit will contain course specific consumable supplies and will be placed inside the student’s existing lab bag. The cost of the supplemental kit will be determined prior to enrollment in the applicable course and published to students in advance.
Additional Required Student Purchases and Compliance Obligations
In addition to tuition and required program fees, students in the nursing program are responsible for purchasing and maintaining the following required items:
Students are also responsible for completing and maintaining all program and clinical compliance requirements, which include but are not limited to:
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Required immunizations
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Criminal background check
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Any additional health, safety, or compliance documentation required by clinical agencies or accrediting bodies
Failure to obtain required supplies or to meet compliance requirements may result in delayed or restricted participation in laboratory or clinical experiences and may impact progression in the nursing program.