BSN to DNP Or MSN to DNP ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP TRACK ADVANCED PRACTICE
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Doctor of Nursing Practice BSN to DNP or MSN to DNP ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP TRACK ADVANCED PRACTICE - FNP TRACK STUDENT HANDBOOK Fall 2016 – Summer 2017 "Nurse Leaders Begin Here" Welcome From the Dean We are very pleased to be able to offer numerous routes to the DNP. We offer both a BSN to DNP option as well as a post-master’s option for those of you who already have a MS. In addition, we offer two tracks to fit a variety of career goals. First, specifically designed for nurse practitioners, we offer a DNP focused on Advanced Practice. Second, specifically designed for those with a future as a nursing education leader, we offer a DNP focused in Academic Leadership. Next year, we will initiate our third track for those interested in advancing as a nurse administrator, we will offer our DNP for Nurse Executives. For your convenience, all of the tracks are offered in the student-friendly format of online education, with infrequent visits to campus. We are pleased you have chosen UNLV to pursue your doctoral education. Please take the time to read this Handbook because it provides a great deal of information that you need to ensure your successful and timely completion of the DNP program. Carolyn Yucha, PhD, RN, FAAN, CNE Dean, School of Nursing Welcome from the DNP Coordinator As Coordinator of the DNP Program in the UNLV School of Nursing (SON), it is also my pleasure to welcome you to our program. I congratulate you on the achievements you have accomplished that have prepared you for this next step in your educational progression and professional career. Our new BSN or MSN to DNP Program was designed to educate nurses in preparation for roles in Advanced Practice as a family nurse practitioner or as a nursing education leader in our Academic Leadership track. As faculty, we will guide you through a broad range of coursework to gain the knowledge and skills necessary for the advanced practice roles you have chosen. As a DNP student, you will have the opportunity to learn from a variety of resources and faculty in an exciting new program. Please carefully read this Handbook containing program details, policies, and procedures to assist you in navigating through the DNP program from beginning to graduation. I sincerely hope you find this Handbook helpful as you progress through your doctoral education in the DNP Program. Carolyn E. Sabo, RN, EdD Professor and DNP Coordinator School of Nursing Revised July 2016 Page - 2 - INTRODUCTION Welcome to the School of Nursing (SON) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). We look forward to working with you to achieve your academic and professional goals. This student handbook is designed as a resource for information pertinent to the DNP program. The SON and/or the Graduate College may modify programs, policies, or procedures in the future. The UNLV SON reserves the right to change, without notice, any statement in this handbook, concerning but not limited to, curricula, course, faculty, tuition, fees, policies, practices, and rules. If course or curriculum changes take place after you commence the program, we will make every effort to implement the changes in your best interest. It is the responsibility of the individual student to familiarize him/herself with the School of Nursing policies and to act in accordance with them. This handbook is a supplement to the Graduate College Catalog. Students must abide by the policies outlined in the Graduate College Catalog and overall university policies, particularly the code of student conduct and use of social media. In order to become familiar with the Graduate College Catalog, in addition to other tools and timelines to enrich your UNLV experience, refer to the Graduate College resources for current students at: http://www.unlv.edu/graduatecollege/current INFORMATION ABOUT E-MAIL The Graduate Program in the SON maintains a listserv that is available to doctoral students. We will add you to this listserve upon acceptance into one of the DNP tracks. Only official UNLV e-mail addresses (Rebel Mail) will be used for communication per UNLV policy. Every student is given a Rebel e-mail address upon official admission and enrollment at UNLV. You may forward all your Rebel Mail messages to your preferred e-mail address if you have another e-mail account. However, it has been noted in the past that not all messages forward so we strongly encourage you to check your Rebel Mail daily. Additionally, e-mail is the main vehicle used by the SON to provide students with vital information about scholarships, announcements, class information, etc. Also, faculty and administrators frequently use e-mail to communicate with students on issues pertinent to an individual student. Revised July 2016 Page - 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter I INFORMATION ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS Information about the University of Nevada, Las Vegas...................................................................................................... 6 The UNLV Campus ............................................................................................................................................................. 6 Academic Calendar .............................................................................................................................................................. 6 Resources on Campus .......................................................................................................................................................... 6 General Regulations and Requirements of the University .................................................................................................... 8 Chapter II REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS Registration Information .................................................................................................................................................... 12 Time Line: Admission to Graduation ................................................................................................................................. 13 Chapter III SCHOOL OF NURSING MISSION, PURPOSE, AND PROGRAM OUTCOMES School of Nursing Mission and Vision Statements ............................................................................................................ 14 Purpose of the Graduate Program in Nursing ..................................................................................................................... 14 DNP Program Outcomes .................................................................................................................................................... 14 Nursing Standards .............................................................................................................................................................. 15 Code of Ethics .................................................................................................................................................................... 15 Degree Requirements ......................................................................................................................................................... 16 Sample Plans of Study ........................................................................................................................................................ 18 Course Descriptions ........................................................................................................................................................... 22 Chapter IV POLICIES Advisement ........................................................................................................................................................................ 25 Progression ......................................................................................................................................................................... 25 Graduation Requirements ................................................................................................................................................... 25 Social Media ...................................................................................................................................................................... 26 Certification ....................................................................................................................................................................... 29 Chapter V POLICIES SPECIFIC TO THE SCHOOL OF NURSING BSN to DNP Nurse Practitioner Student Course/Clinical Policies ..................................................................................... 30 Grading .............................................................................................................................................................................. 34 Probation and Separation ................................................................................................................................................... 35 Withdrawal ......................................................................................................................................................................... 35 Suspension ......................................................................................................................................................................... 36 Appeal ................................................................................................................................................................................ 37 Incomplete