MS Master of Science in Nursing Student Handbook 2016-2017 PREFACE This College of Nursing M.S. in Nursing Student Handbook is designed to share information, procedures and policies specific to students enrolled in the College of Nursing. The information presented here will be helpful as you negotiate your way through your M.S. in Nursing studies. Our expectation is that you will use this Handbook as your first point of reference when you have questions concerning your program of study or academic policies within the college. The primary reference for rules, policies, and procedures concerning graduate education at The Ohio State University is the Graduate School Handbook published by the Graduate School. You may access it via the Graduate School web site: www.gradsch.ohio-state.edu. It is expected that all M.S. in Nursing students become familiar with the policies and rules contained in the Graduate School Handbook and that M.S. in Nursing students are also familiar with the contents of the M.S. in Nursing Student Handbook. While the primary responsibility for your success lies with each of you, many individuals stand ready to assist you in your efforts. On behalf of the faculty staff, and administration of the College of Nursing, we wish you success with your academic studies. i Table of Contents COLLEGE OF NURSING DIRECTORY ................................................................................................... iv M.S. in Nursing Specialty Track Directors ................................................................................ vi USEFUL LINKS……………………………………………………………………………………………2 VISION, MISSION, GOALS, AND VALUES STATEMENTS ................................................................. 4 THE GRADUATE STUDIES COMMITTEE .............................................................................................. 6 YOUR FACULTY ADVISOR ..................................................................................................................... 8 THE MASTER OF SCIENCE PROGRAM ................................................................................................. 9 Master of Science (M.S.) in Nursing Program Description .........................................................9 Characteristics of the Graduate ....................................................................................................9 Thesis/Non-thesis Options .........................................................................................................10 Application to Graduate .............................................................................................................12 Transfer Credit ...........................................................................................................................13 Commencement Weekend Information .....................................................................................13 Bachelor of Science in Nursing program ...................................................................................13 Master of Science (M.S.) in Nursing Program Fees ..................................................................14 Dual Degree in Nursing and Public Health................................................................................15 Post-Master’s option ..................................................................................................................15 CURRICULUM……………………………………………………………………………………………17 Core Courses ..............................................................................................................................17 Other Required Courses .............................................................................................................18 Elective Courses.........................................................................................................................19 Graduate Entry Courses .............................................................................................................20 Post-Master’s NP Curriculum ....................................................................................................22 Clinical with Distinction ............................................................................................................24 Interdisciplinary Specializations and Graduate Minors .............................................................25 NCLEX PREPARATION ........................................................................................................................... 26 National Council Licensing Examination for RN (NCLEX-RN) Application ..........................26 ATI Nursing Education ..............................................................................................................26 Diagnostic Testing for the NCLEX ...........................................................................................26 RN Licensure and NCLEX Processes........................................................................................28 Eligibility for NCLEX test: ........................................................................................................29 ADULT GERONTOLOGY ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITONER ................................................... 31 ADULT GERONTOLOGY PRIMARY CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER ............................................. 36 ADULT GERONTOLOGY CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST ............................................................... 40 CLINICAL NURSE LEADER ................................................................................................................... 43 FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER ......................................................................................................... 47 NEONATAL NURSE PRACTITIONER ................................................................................................... 52 NURSE-MIDWIFERY ............................................................................................................................... 57 NURSING SCIENCE ................................................................................................................................. 63 PEDIATRIC ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER .......................................................................... 66 PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER ..................................................................... 74 PSYCHIATRIC - MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER .......................................................... 80 WOMEN’S HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER ..................................................................................... 86 DUAL NURSE-MIDWIFERY & WOMEN’S HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER .............................. 91 ii ACADEMIC POLICIES FOR GRADUATE PROGRAM STUDENTS ................................................... 97 Academic Standards...................................................................................................................97 Progression in the Program ........................................................................................................98 Grade Changes ...........................................................................................................................99 Other Grievances .....................................................................................................................101 Code of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity ..................................................................101 Cell Phone and E-transmission Policy .....................................................................................103 Length of Program ...................................................................................................................103 Reactivation .............................................................................................................................103 Petitions & Policies ..................................................................................................................105 NON-ACADEMIC POLICIES FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS ............................................................ 109 The Ohio State University Non-Smoking and Tobacco Free Policy .......................................109 Food and Drink in the Technical Learning Complex and Computer Lab Policy ....................110 PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS ............................................................................................................ 111 PROFESSIONAL MISCONDUCT PROCESS ........................................................................................ 116 Procedure For Alleged Misconduct .........................................................................................116 Student Policy Regarding Impaired Practice ........................................................................................ 120 Involving Substance Abuse .................................................................................................................. 120 Policy and Guidelines for the Prevention And Management Of Infectious Diseases .............122 REQUIREMENTS FOR CLINICAL COURSES .................................................................................... 127 College of Nursing Clinical Compliance Requirements Policy ..............................................129 Clinical Dress Code .................................................................................................................131 Specialty Clinical Locations and Travel ..................................................................................134