The Ohio Valley Hospital School Of Nursing 2020-22 Catalog
The Ohio Valley Hospital School of Nursing2020-22 Catalog
Dear Interested Applicant:Thank you for considering the Ohio Valley HospitalSchool of Nursing, 20 month diploma program.We are currently accepting applications for August 2020.Our AffiliationOhio Valley Hospital and its School of Nursing is now a part ofHeritage Valley Health System. This affiliation expands the inpatient,outpatient, and community clinical settings for student experiences without communtinginto the city!Our New Partnership with California University of Pennsylvaniaoffers the OVH nursing student: The freedom of online courses to complete up to 30 credits of general educationand science courses required. Online courses allow for our busy students to prioritize their day and complete theirclasses in the comfort of their own home. The 24 hours school resource center also offers a place for this independent study.Our Statistics (2018 Data) 100% NCLEX Pass Rate 100% Job Placement 93% RetentionOhio Valley Hospital School of Nursing is ACEN Accredited.Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)3343 Peachtree Road, Suite 850Atlanta, GA 30326404-975-5000www.acenursing.orgContact us at 412-777-6204 or visit us / for more details.
Table of ContentsProgram Calendar2Affiliating College Courses4Nursing Course Descriptions5Pre-Entrance Requirementsand Examinations6Tuition and Fees7Types of Aid and LoanOptions Available9Student Services andFacilities13Philosophy and Mission14Academic Policies17School of Nursing History19Directions20
Ohio Valley Hospital School of Nursing Academic Curriculum CalendarClass of 2022 (August 2020 – May 2022)School days are 8-4 (Clinical 7-3) Monday thru Friday with occasional evening responsibilities.* General Education Courses presented online from University affiliate Nursing and Cal U schedule subject to change.FIRST YEARFall ISpring ISummerAugust 24, 2020 December 11, 2020January 11, 2021 May 7, 2021June 7, 2021 –August 6, 2021Affiliating College:August 24, 2020 December 13, 2019*Affiliating College:January 19, 2021 May 14, 2021*Affiliating College:June 7, 2021 –August 13, 2021(16 weeks)(16 weeks)Fundamentals of Nursing(10 weeks)Nursing IINursing IFundamentals of Nursing(7 theory / 3 clinical)10 crAnatomy and Physiology I & II *(16 weeks)Credit(s) Completed8 cr18 crMedical-Surgical Nursing I(4 theory / 2 clinical)6 crMedical-Surgical II(4 theory / 2 clinical)6 crMental Health I(2 theory / 1 clinical)3 crMicrobiology *(8 weeks)4 crDeveloping Family I(2 theory / 1 clinical)3 crSociology *(10 weeks)3 crIntro to Psychology*(8 or 16 weeks)3 crEnglish I *(10 weeks)3 crCredit(s) Completed18 crCredit(s) CompletedSPRING BREAKMarch 8 – 12, 2021 (1 Week)SECOND YEARFall IISpring IIAugust 30, 2021 December 17, 2021January 18, 2022 May 13, 2022Affiliating College:August 23, 2021 December 10, 2021*Affiliating College:January 24, 2022 May 13, 2022*(16 weeks)(16 weeks)Nursing IIIMedical-Surgical III(4 theory / 2 clinical)Mental Health II(2 theory / 1 clinical)6 crLeadership(4 theory / 6 clinical)3 crEthics *(8 weeks)Developing Family II(2 theory / 1 clinical)3 crNutrition *(8 weeks)3 crEnglish II **(16 weeks)3 crCredit(s) Completed2Nursing18 crCredit(s) CompletedTotal Nursing Credits10 cr3 cr13 cr50 crSPRING BREAKMarch 7 – 11, 2022 (1 Week)GRADUATION MAY 202216 cr
One (1) Nursing Clinical Credit is equivalent to(45) clock hours “*” Denotes proposed schedule forcollege credit(s):Total 26-30 credits One (1) Nursing (and college course) Theorycredit is equivalent to (15) clock hours Nursing credit equivalents:Total 50 credits Credits used to calculate QPA, Total program credits / clock hours:Total 76-80 creditsPLEASE NOTE: Add/Drop class policy is at the end of each firstweek/per term, without penalty OVH and Affiliating College Schedule Subjectto Change* GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES PRESENTED ONLINE FROMUNIVERSITY AFFILIATEA & P I w/ Lab4crNursing Ethics3crA & P II w/ Lab4crEnglish (I)3crMicrobiology w/ Lab (potential) **4crNutrition3crIntroduction to Psychology3crEnglish II (potential)3crIntroduction to Sociology3cr** Microbiology w/ Lab has not been a verifiedcourse as of this printing3
Ohio Valley HospitalSchool of Nursing CoursesCalifornia University ofPennsylvania CoursesFUNDAMENTALS OF NURSINGANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY IFundamentals(7 theory/ 3 clinical)3 credits10 creditsANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY LAB INURSING IMedical-Surgical I(4 theory/ 2 clinical)1 credit6 credits3 creditsMental Health I(2 theory/ 1 clinical)3 creditsDeveloping Family I(2 theory/ 1 clinical)3 credits6 credits3 credits1 creditMedical-Surgical III(4 theory/ 2 clinical)6 creditsMental Health II(2 theory/ 1 clinical)3 credits** English Comp3 creditsEnglish Comp II3 credits3 creditsGENERAL PSYCHOLOGYNURSING LEADERSHIPLeadership (and Preceptorship)(4 theory/ 6 clinical)1 credit* MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORYNURSING IIIDeveloping Family II(2 theory/ 1 clinical)ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY LAB II* MICROBIOLOGYNURSING IIMedical-Surgical IIANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II10 credits3 creditsPRINCIPLES OF SOCIOLOGY3 creditsNURSING ETHICS3 creditsNursing Nutrition3 credits* Microbiology w/ Lab has not been a verifiedcourse as of this printing.** Students without SAT/ACT scores meeting affiliate college criteria in English Comp willneed to pass an English placement exam.4
Nursing Course DescriptionsFUNDAMENTALSNURSING IIFundamentals is the first course in the program.This course introduces the student to thetheoretical framework and concepts basic to nurseand the process of critical thinking. The roles ofcommunicator, educator, advocate, caregiver, anddecision maker in various settings are discussed.Concepts related to communication, pain, comfort,infection control, nutrition, safety, stress, andpatient hygiene are presented. The student buildsupon the basic concepts learned as they begin toapply the nursing process in the physicalassessment of the client. They will learn thedifference between normal and abnormalassessment data and the process of critical thinking.The concepts of homeostasis, medicationadministration, health promotion, and healthteaching are introduced. The application of theoryto practice occurs in the skills and simulation labs,long-term care settings, and acute inpatient units.Nursing II is a 10 week summer course. This coursecompletes the concepts of human response toillness and the health illness continuum presented inNursing I. Application of concepts presented will bereinforced in the simulation lab and with directclinical experiences in acute care settings of thecommunity hospitals.NURSING INursing I builds upon the fundamentals learned inthe first course. This second semester courseprogresses the student through the medical –surgical concepts of nursing, and an introduction tomental health and developing family (obstetrics andpediatrics) nursing. The student will rotate throughthese three areas applying theory learned in theclassroom and practiced in the simulation lab todirect clinical experiences in a variety of hospitaland community settings. The first part of humanresponse to illness and the health / illnesscontinuum will be discussed in the medical-surgicalcontent. The application of the content will bereinforced in the simulation lab and direct clinicalexperiences in the acute care areas of the hospital.In Developing Family, the focus is the optimumhealth of the family from perinatal care through thecare of the developing child from infancy toadolescence. Direct clinical is held within localhospitals and well care facilities in the community. Inmental health nursing, the emphasis is on the nurse– client relationship and therapeutic communication.Clinical experiences are held in local hospitals andcommunity environments.NURSING IIINursing III builds upon all prior knowledge learned.This third semester course progresses the studentthrough the concepts learned in Nursing I and II toemploy competent critical thinking, safety,communication, and other advanced nursing skills inthe care of the patient with complex and/or multifocus medical problems. Medical-surgical nursingfocuses on the critical care patient with directclinical experiences in local hospital critical caresettings. Developing Family focuses on the high riskpregnancy and birth, and the child with complex,varied disorders. Direct clinical experiences are heldin local hospitals and a variety of communitysettings. Mental health nursing focuses on the acuteand chronically ill mental health client andtherapeutic modalities used in their care. Directclinical sites are in local hospital inpatient units witha variety of observational activities within thecommunity.LEADERSHIPLeadership is the last semester of the program.This course emphasizes the principles ofprioritization, delegation, leadership, andmanagement. In this final course the student, underthe direction of a preceptor, progresses tocompetent use of critical thinking and the nursingprocess in the care of a progressively greaternumber of clients in a local hospital, inpatient careenvironment. The transition from student tograduate professional nurse is facilitated in thedirect preceptor clinical experience. During theLeadership course there is a concentration onNCLEX preparation with theory and improved clinicaljudgement in the clinical setting of the affiliatehospitals. NCLEX predictability activities included.5
Pre-Entrance RequirementsHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GEDTranscripts must show: 4 units of English 3 units of Social Studies 2 units of Math- 1 must be Algebra* with a “C” or greater 2 units of the following sciences with a “C”or greater:- Biology* with a lab- Chemistry* with a lab* If missing, introductory courses may betaken at a local community college orequivalent Reading (53 questions)This section covers paragraph and passagecomprehension, and inference/conclusions. Mathematics (36 questions)This section covers whole numbers, metricconversions, fractions/decimals, algebraicequations, percentages, and ratio/proportioncalculations.COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS Science (53 questions)This section covers science reasoning, scienceknowledge, biology, chemistry, anatomy/physiology,basic physical principals and general science.Credits with a 2.0 or greater may be consideredtransferable. Anatomy & Physiology I and II (8credits), Microbiology, and Nutrition must becompleted within five years of the class acceptancedate from an accredited college/university. English/Language Use (28 questions)This section measures knowledge of punctuation,grammar, sentence structure, contextual words,and spelling.SAT OR ACT EXAMSAlthough not required for acceptance, students areencouraged to take and submit either SAT or ACTexams and scores with transcripts.Pre-Entrance ExaminationTest of Essential Academic Skills170 questions / 3 hoursThe Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is ascholastic aptitude exam that is used as onecomponent of the selection process for admissioninto our nursing program. The goal is to predictcandidates with the highest likelihood of academicsuccess in our accelerated program.TEST OF ESSENTIAL ACADEMIC SKILLS (TEAS)The TEAS was developed to measure basic essentialskills in the academic content area domains ofReading, Mathematics, Science, and English /Language usage. These entry level skills weredeemed important for nursing program applicantsby a panel of nursing program curriculum experts.The TEAS is a 170 item; four option; multiple-choiceassessment.6To prepare in an organized and efficient manner,areas of concentration are as follows:The TEAS is scored by the percentage answeredcorrectly as an Adjusted Individual Score. Apreferred minimum adjusted individual score of 68%(as listed on the TEAS score sheet) is recommendedfor consideration. The TEAS score is just oneassessment tool used to indicate an applicant’spotential for success in the program; it is NOT thesole indicator for an admission decision. Eachapplicant is allowed two (2) attempts at the TEASper academic year.We also offer the TEAS Study Guide for purchase atthe admissions office. Please contact the school formore information or to schedule an exam.
Ohio Valley Hospital School of Nursing Tuitionand Expenses Class of 2021Full Time Program(20 months)Pre-Entrance Fees (Non-Refundable) Application Fee ATI Exam Fee Acceptance Fee 50.00 70.00 100.00Total for OVH School of Nursing Tuition Approximately 20,000* for Nursing ONLY courses Approximately 400/credit* for affiliating college coursesIn addition to tuition charges, the following expenses are included in the Program GrandTotal amount: Health care CPR certificationMalpractice insuranceATI course supplements, assessment exams and NCLEX reviewShadow healthSkills kitsOther related fees, such as books, uniforms, lab, technology, registration, and graduation fees, along withother related school fee(s), as appropriate, are the sole responsibility of each student, regardless ofscholarship eligibility. Transportation to and from clinical sites along with parking fee(s) are ALWAYS the soleresponsibility of the student.All terms and conditions, including pricing,are subject to change without prior notice.* Subject to change7
Tuition and FeesOhio Valley HospitalSchool of Nursing (Financial Aid)25 Heckel RoadKennedy Township, PA 15136Student Aid (FAFSA). The form is available from ourFinancial Aid Office, high school counselors, mostlibraries, and the Internet (www.fafsa.ed.gov). Thestudent will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) as aresult of the US Department of Educationprocessing their FAFSA. The SAR is used todetermine eligibility for financial aid for most federaland state programs. At the student’s or parent’sdiscretion, a separate loan application may becompleted to borrow educational funds. A studentshould contact the Financial Aid Office forinstitutional aid programs requiring a separateapplication. Each student is encouraged to applyearly to maximize his or her eligibility for financial aid.ADMISSION ACCEPTANCE FEEDISBURSEMENT OF FINANCIAL AIDOnce accepted into the upcoming Ohio ValleyHospital School of Nursing class, the student will berequired to pay a fee of 100 to reserve a spot inthe program. Once the semester begins and thestudent is registered, that 100 will be used to payfor a pre-determined related program expense onthe student’s behalf. If the student chooses not toenter the program, the fee is forfeitted. Please callour Admissions Officer at 412-777-6204 withquestions. Send your 100 check to:In general, the School of Nursing disburses aid oneach full semester. Most financial aid is directlycredited to a student’s account at the beginning ofthe ach payment term. Funds will not be crediteduntil all requested documents and informationhave been received and verified. First timeborrowers cannot receive the first disbursement ofa Direct Loan until 30 days have elapsed from thestart of classes.Tuition for each term must be paid in full (orsatisfactory payment arrangement developed) atthe beginning of each term. Checks or money ordersare made payable to the Ohio Valley Hospital Schoolof Nursing. The check should be identified with thestudent’s full name and paid directly to the FinancialAid Office, or sent to:Ohio Valley Hospital School of NursingW. Laird Davis Center of LearningC/O Admissions Office25 Heckel RoadKennedy Township, PA 15136FINANCIAL AIDThe School of Nursing participates in federal andstate financial aid programs. To be eligible forfinancial aid, students must be citizens of the UnitedStates or eligible non-citizens, enrolled in an eligibleprogram leading to a degree or certificate, not be indefault or owe a refund on federal financial aidpreviously received and meet satisfactory academicprogress standards. Additional eligibility criteria areoutlined in The Student Guide, A US Department ofEducation publication available from the FinancialAid Office. A student must reapply each year todetermine continued eligibility for most programs.APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AIDThe School of Nursing will assist the student and hisor her family in every way possible. The studentmust complete the Free application for Federal8STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIESAs a recipient of federal financial aid, a student hascertain rights and responsibilities. Knowing theserights and responsibilities puts the student in abetter position to make decisions about educationalgoals and how to achieve them. These rights andresponsibilities are outlined in the Student Guide atwww.studentaid.ed.gov.
To qualify for the PHEAA Grant, the student mustbe enrolled at least half-time (6 credits).The State Grant deadlines are different forfirst-time applicants, renewal applicants andsummer-term applicants. First Time Applicants - August 1st Renewal Applicants - May 1stTypes of Aid and LoanOptions AvailableOHIO VALLEY HOSPITAL FULLTUITION SCHOLARSHIPThe School of Nursing offers an institutionalscholarship from the OVH Administration Board ofDirectors and federal and state grant programs tosupport the cost of rising tuition for our students.Eligibility is limited to US citizens or eligiblenon-citizens. The Full Tuition Scholarship has a 3year work commitment at OVH attached, includingcompletion of 50 mandated volunteer hours while inattendance of the program. Scholarships areawarded per-term basis. A student with a desire toattend under this scholarship program should informthe school immediately; as scholarships areawarded first come/first served.FEDERAL PELL GRANTGift assistance based upon need and awardedthrough the federal government. The grant amountsare adjusted annually by Congress and generallyrange from 660- 5,920. Students apply bycompleting the FAFSA. Students, if otherwise eligiblemay qualify for a Federal Pell Grant regardless ofthe number of credits for which they are enrolled.PENNSYLVANIA STATE GRANTPennsylvania State Grants are also gift assistance,based upon financial need, awarded through theCommonwealth. The PHEAA Grand is available toqualifying permanent residents of theCommonwealth of Pennsylvania. Award amountsare adjusted annually by the Commonwealth.Students apply by completing the FAFSA also.If you miss the State Grant deadline for theacademic year, apply anyway. Late applicants (forterms other than summer) may qualify for awards iffunding permits.DIRECT STAFFORD LOANSDirect Stafford Loans, from the William D. FordFederal Loan (Direct Loan) Program, arelow-interest loans for eligible students to help coverthe cost of higher education. Eligible studentsborrow directly from the U.S. Department ofEducation.Federal Direct Loans include the following types:Direct Subsidized Loans - Direct Subsidized Loansare for students with financial need. OVH School ofNursing will review the results of your FreeApplication for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)and determine the amount you can borrow. You arenot charged with interest whole enrolled at leasthalf-time and during grace and /or defermentperiods.Direct Unsubsidized Loan - You are not required todemonstrate financial need to receive a DirectUnsubsidized Loan. Like the Subsidized Loans, theSchool of Nursing will determine the amount you canborrow. Interest accrues (accumulates) on anunsubsidized loan from the time it is first disbursed.You can pay the interest while you are in school andduring grace, deferment or forbearance periods, oryou can allow it to accrue and be capitalized (addedto principal amount), if you choose. Just remember:If you choose to not pay the interest, this willincrease the total amount you have to repaybecause you will be charged interest on a higherprincipal amount.9
DIRECT SUBSIDIZED AND UNSUBSIDIZEDFEDERAL STAFFORD LOANCongress sets interest rates on Direct Loans fromthe U.S. Department of Education through legislationthat ties the rate to financial markets. Your studentloan servicer does NOT set your student loaninterest rate and cannot change it.F
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