What is Jump Start?

RN-BSN Jump Start Program – Summer 2014Stephanie Vaughn, PhD RN, Associate Professor / Post-Licensure Nursing Coordinator

Michelle Schwartz, MS, RN-BSN Pre-Enrollment Advisor

March 11, 2014

What is Jump Start?

• Current ADN students can get a “jump start” on their BSN by completing up to two CSUF School of Nursing RN-BSN courses through OU

• Graduating ADN students (May/June 2014) can only participate if they have already submitted a Fall 2014 CSUF and an RN-BSN Nursing application

Time Commitment• To be successful in these courses, students should

plan to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week, per class for reading/assignments, etc.

• Students are allowed to participate in both courses as long as they understand the time commitment expected of them for the coursework

Courses and Format

• NURS 305 Professional Nursing (4 units)• NURS 310 Nursing Research/Evidence Based Practice

(3 units)– Both courses will be offered in two different formats: a

traditional in-person, on-campus course, as well as an online option, in which students may only meet on the first day of the course

– There will be an in-person, on-campus, “Jump Start” orientation on the first day of the course session

NURS 305 Professional Nursing

• The professional nursing role is examined including nursing theory and research, ethics theory, communication theory and principles, and the nursing process. Selected psychosocial concepts and theories and their relationship to health are the focus of assessment and implementation with individual clients. Theories and concepts of health and techniques in health promotion are presented from a holistic framework. The influence of culture, role, social support, and values upon the nurse and the client are evaluated.

NURS 310 Nursing Research/Evidence Based Practice

• Emphasis is placed on the development of nursing knowledge and the improvement of nursing practice through current relevant evidence. Research methods are examined and current issues are analyzed in relation to the implementation of evidence-based practice in selected settings.

“Jump Start” Eligibility Criteria

• Completed at least 1 semester of the ADN program before Summer 2014

• Be in good standing at home campus and have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0

• Completed all the CSUF Nursing prerequisites before Summer 2014

Prerequisites• Human Anatomy + Lab

• Human Physiology + Lab

• Microbiology + Lab

• Chemistry (intro, general, etc. is fine)

• Statistics (CSU B4 certified course or CSUF Nursing approved course)

Application Procedure

• Students must obtain the Jump Start 2014 Enrollment Packet

• Students must submit the three completed forms to CSUF’s School of Nursing between April 1-May 1, 2014

• Seats are limited and will be granted on a first come, first serve basis to eligible students

Enrollment Packet Forms

• Form 1: Associate Degree Verification Form

• Form 2: Open University Enrollment Application

• Form 3: Open University Registration Form

Associate Degree Verification Form

• Students should complete the top half of the Associate Degree Verification Form and submit the form to their home campus Nursing Department

• The home campus Nursing Department should complete the “Home Campus Verification” box

• Student should then pick up the form so he/she can submit it with the other required forms

Open University Enrollment Application

• Students must complete all sections of the form as required

• If the student is a US Citizen, he/she will not need to complete section B– Non-US Citizens will need to complete Section B in

addition to the rest of the form

Open University Registration Form

• Students must complete the top section of the form

• Students must sign in the “Important Note” box

• Students should NOT fill in any of the course information in the middle boxes– The CSUF School of Nursing will complete the course

information boxes and obtain the necessary CSUF signatures on each student’s behalf

Program Cost

• $350 per unit• Additional one time fee of $29

– This fee includes costs for a CSUF Student ID card

• Fees subject to change by the University

• Payment will be processed at the time of registration (mid-May)

Benefits of Jump Start• If the student attends CSUF’s RN-BSN program they

have already completed 1-2 courses, and will be able to focus on the subsequent nursing courses & GEs

• The student can get an idea of what will be expected of them in a BSN program

• The student will have the opportunity to network with current CSUF students and faculty

Where are They Now?

Summer 2013 Jump Start StudentsStudent Partner College Applied for RN-BSN

Student 1 Chaffey Fall 2013 – Admitted / Enrolled

Student 2 Mt. SAC Spring 2014 – Admitted / Enrolled

Student 3 Santa Ana Fall 2014 - Qualified

Student 4 Saddleback Fall 2014 - Qualified

Student 5 Saddleback Fall 2014 - Qualified

Questions?

Thank You !