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Oklahoma Baptist University
College of Nursing
Faculty Handbook
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Table of Contents Please click on the link to the policy you wish to review.
Section I: Program Overview.................................................................................................. 6
Mission, Purpose, and Vision .............................................................................................................. 7
Mission ................................................................................................................................ 7
Purpose ............................................................................................................................... 7
Vision................................................................................................................................... 7
Philosophy, Organizing Framework, Student Outcomes .................................................................... 8
Philosophy ........................................................................................................................... 8
Organizing Framework ........................................................................................................ 8
Student Outcomes ............................................................................................................ 10
SECTION II: College Organization ......................................................................................... 11
Organizational Chart ......................................................................................................................... 12
Faculty Position Descriptions ............................................................................................................ 13
Clinical Coordinator .......................................................................................................... 13
Course Coordinator ........................................................................................................... 13
Team Leader ..................................................................................................................... 14
Faculty Governance ........................................................................................................................... 15
Adjunct Faculty ................................................................................................................. 15
Equitability in Numbers .................................................................................................... 15
Faculty Members .............................................................................................................. 15
Faculty ............................................................................................................................... 15
Graduate Faculty ............................................................................................................... 15
Nursing Leadership Council (NLC) ..................................................................................... 15
Standing Committees ........................................................................................................ 16
Students ............................................................................................................................ 16
Undergraduate Faculty ..................................................................................................... 16
College Committees .......................................................................................................................... 17
Academic Affairs Committee (AAC) .................................................................................. 17
Continuous Quality Improvement Committee (CQI) ........................................................ 17
College of Graduate and Professional Studies Committee ............................................... 18
Faculty Affairs Committee (FAC) ....................................................................................... 18
Student Affairs Committee (SAC)...................................................................................... 19
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Advisory Councils .............................................................................................................................. 20
Nursing Leadership Council (NLC) ..................................................................................... 20
CoN Advisory Board (AB) .................................................................................................. 20
Section III: General Faculty Information ............................................................................... 21
Advising ............................................................................................................................................. 22
Advising ............................................................................................................................. 22
Faculty Office Hours .......................................................................................................... 22
Clinical, Lab Requirements ................................................................................................................ 23
Clinical Practicum Requirements ...................................................................................... 23
Course Credit for Clinical/Lab Experiences ....................................................................... 26
License Verification ........................................................................................................... 26
Selection of Clinical Sites .................................................................................................. 26
Skills Lab ............................................................................................................................ 26
Weekly Clinical Performance Policy .................................................................................. 26
Course Guidelines ............................................................................................................................. 27
Clinical Absence and Make-Up ......................................................................................... 27
Academic Integrity ............................................................................................................ 27
Alternative Assignment Policy .......................................................................................... 27
Course Evaluation ............................................................................................................. 27
Grading .............................................................................................................................. 27
Late Assignments .............................................................................................................. 28
Online Course Submission Time ....................................................................................... 28
Syllabus Guidelines ........................................................................................................... 28
Textbook Selection............................................................................................................ 28
TurnItIn Benchmark Policy ................................................................................................ 28
Emergencies, Complaints, Counseling .............................................................................................. 29
Complaint Policy ............................................................................................................... 29
Counseling of Students ..................................................................................................... 29
Emergency Procedures ..................................................................................................... 29
Incident Reports ................................................................................................................ 29
Inclement Weather Policy ................................................................................................. 30
Faculty Evaluation, Promotion, Orientation ..................................................................................... 31
Adjunct Orientation Policy ................................................................................................ 31
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Conflict of Interest and Outside Employment .................................................................. 31
Faculty Review and Evaluation ......................................................................................... 31
Faculty Workload .............................................................................................................. 31
Graduate Faculty Status .................................................................................................... 32
Promotion and Appointment ............................................................................................ 32
Professional Development ................................................................................................................ 33
Honor Society of Nursing .................................................................................................. 33
Professional Development ................................................................................................ 33
Travel Reimbursement ...................................................................................................... 33
Testing, Program Progression ........................................................................................................... 34
ATI Mastery Exam Preparation Requirements ................................................................. 34
Communication of Test and Course Grade Policy ............................................................ 34
Exam Review Policy ........................................................................................................... 35
Late/Make-Up Exam Policy ............................................................................................... 35
CoN Comprehensive Testing Policy .................................................................................. 35
Progression Criteria .......................................................................................................... 36
Non-Native English Speakers Policy .................................................................................. 37
Theory Course Exam Policy ............................................................................................... 37
Test Security Policy ........................................................................................................... 38
Testing Alternative Due to Technological Difficulty ......................................................... 39
Theory Course Exam Policy ............................................................................................... 39
Test Preparation and Mapping Policy ............................................................................... 39
Testing Guidelines ............................................................................................................. 41
ATI Incentive Policy ........................................................................................................... 42
Rounding of Exams and Course Grades ............................................................................ 42
Dosage Calculation Exams ................................................................................................ 42
Miscellaneous.................................................................................................................................... 42
Student Data ..................................................................................................................... 42
Student Handbooks .......................................................................................................... 43
Use of College of Nursing Facilities ................................................................................... 44
Substance Use Policy ........................................................................................................ 44
Section IV: Simulation ....................................................................................................................... 46
Simulation Lab Guidelines................................................................................................. 46
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Pass/Fail Scale Grading for Simulation ............................................................................. 47
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Section I: Program Overview
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Mission, Purpose, and Vision
Mission Within a liberal arts context, the mission of the College of Nursing at Oklahoma Baptist
University (CoN) is to educate students to become professional, caring, and competent nurses
who are prepared to integrate personal faith with the discipline of nursing while engaging in
Christian service within a diverse world.
Purpose The College of Nursing exists to offer an education program for the preparation of a
professional nurse within the framework of a liberal arts Christian college.
Vision The intent of the nursing program at Oklahoma Baptist University is to be a pace setter for
excellence in professional nursing education.
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Philosophy, Organizing Framework, Student Outcomes
Philosophy The College of Nursing offers programs which combine both a professional and liberal arts education
within a Christian university. The philosophy of the College of Nursing clarifies the structure
underpinning our programs. Our goal is to produce caring, competent professionals who are prepared
to integrate personal faith with the discipline of nursing and who can engage in service within a diverse
world.
Organizing Framework The nursing curriculum is built on the foundation of liberal arts, a Judeo-Christian, faith-based
understanding of humanity, the physical and social sciences, and the management of information.
We believe professional nursing is developed through the process of reasoning, relating, and
professional formation which are applied to varied recipients of care. These four elements are
addressed in levels of increasing complexity as the student progresses through the nursing program.
Reasoning – An academically excellent general education provides a solid foundation for
professional reasoning. Reasoning can be defined as logical, ordered thinking used to
form conclusions. The nursing curriculum structures leveled learning experiences
regarding ordered thinking through the skills of gathering, interpreting, and synthesizing
evidence.
Relating – We believe nursing in integrally involved in transformative work with the
recipients of our care. Relating is a key element of that work. Building on a faith-based
liberal arts foundation, the nursing curriculum provides leveled learning opportunities
regarding relating through the development of communication skills, teamwork, and
interpersonal collaboration.
Professional Formation – Professional formation is at the heart of educating nurses
(Benner, et al, 2010). The nursing curriculum provides leveled learning experiences
regarding the formation of the professional role through opportunities to be provider,
coordinator, and designer/leader of care.
Recipient of Care – Professional nursing practice takes place in many settings. The
curriculum provides leveled learning opportunities with varied recipients of care
beginning with individuals, moving to families, then to communities and systems.
Reasoning, relating and professional formation skills prepare students to address integration of faith in
professional practice, quality and safety in delivered care and the promotion of health for diverse
populations in each level as they progress through the program. These values are central to both OBU
and to nursing’s professional standards which are found in the American Association of Colleges of
Nursing’s Essentials of Baccalaureate Education (AACN, 2008), the Institute of Medicine’s Future of
Nursing report (IOM, 2011), Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (http://qsen.org/, 2016) and
AACN’s Public Health: Recommended competencies (AACN, 2014).
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In addition to a curriculum which is clearly structured, we believe that optimal learning takes place in an
interactive, reflective environment with the guidance of expert faculty (Benner et al, 2010). Starting
with professionals who are committed to Christian higher education, nursing education at OBU
facilitates a transformative process to which learner, teacher and recipient of care all contribute and
benefit.
References:
AACN (American Association of Colleges of Nursing). (2008). Essentials of baccalaureate education.
Washington DC: American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
AACN. (2014). Public Health: Recommended competencies. Washington DC: American Association of
Colleges of Nursing.
Benner, P. Sutphen, M. Leonard, V. & Day, L. (2010). Educating nurses: A call for radical transformation.
Stanford: The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
Institute of Medicine. (2011). The future of nursing. Washington DC: National Academies Press.
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Student Outcomes Upon graduation from Oklahoma Baptist University, the nursing graduate will be expected to:
Apply clinical reasoning in providing diverse clients safe, patient-centered, quality nursing care
(health promotion, risk reduction, disease prevention, illness management) which is based on
current theory and evidence.
Work collaboratively with individual clients, families, communities, and professional colleagues
as a teacher and a leader in health care delivery.
Exercise stewardship in the management of fiscal and human resources, engagement in civic
and regulatory processes and competence in management of information and technology.
Demonstrate commitment to life-long learning and professional growth.
Integrate faith consistent with the Christian belief system into professional practice,
demonstrating ethical integrity, legal accountability, and a commitment to respect and
compassion for all.
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SECTION II: College Organization
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Organizational Chart
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Faculty Position Descriptions
Clinical Coordinator The role of clinical coordinator includes the following responsibilities:
1. Arrange orientation for clinical agencies in conjunction with course coordinator. 2. Coordinate clinical agency arrangements in conjunction with course coordinator. 3. Coordinate/conduct orientation for adjunct faculty. 4. Verify all agency contracts are current for clinical agencies. 5. Coordinate clinical schedule in cooperation with other course faculty. 6. Manage, review, and verify all clinical requirements for students and faculty. 7. Communicate with agency staff to build relationships. 8. Verify preceptor (if applicable) information is current each semester. 9. Assist in recruitment of clinical sites and clinical faculty. 10. Develop and review clinical scheduling document for all clinical sections prior to each semester. 11. Coordinate clinical facility, adjunct faculty, and student evaluations.
Course Coordinator The role of course coordinator includes the following responsibilities:
1. Coordinate class schedule in cooperation with other course faculty.
2. Complete textbook orders for course in collaboration with other course faculty.
3. Compile syllabus and upload at least 2 weeks prior to first day of class.
4. Conduct orientation to course for students and new faculty.
5. Provide ongoing information to team leader about students in class.
6. Coordinate preparation of course exams.
7. Complete End-of-Course reports each semester.
8. Evaluate course exam items and record exam grades.
9. Update Student Statistic spreadsheet with all required data at the end of each semester for each
course taught.
10. Provide ongoing information to Associate Dean about student progress.
11. Update counseling record and complaint/grievance spreadsheet with all required data at the
end of each semester for each course.
12. Proctor all dosage calculation exams and ATI exams for course and record ATI results on Student
Statistic document.
13. Provide students with course evaluations.
14. Coordinate all evaluations by the students in the course at conclusion of semester.
15. Coordinate adjunct clinical faculty.
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Team Leader The role of team leader includes the following responsibilities:
1. Coordinate scheduling of classes for semester.
2. Review student assessment data prior to beginning of semester (This includes but is not limited
to: ACT scores, GPAs, and ATI scores).
3. Review completion of degree requirements for rising Seniors prior to fall semester as provided
by advisors.
4. Maintain all data in the Student Statistics spreadsheet and ensure all grades are uploaded by
faculty at the end of each semester.
5. Coordinate preparation and delivery of student orientation to semester.
6. Plan and coordinate scheduling of all dosage calculation exams and ATI exams for semester and
provide information to appropriate faculty.
7. Proctor ATI Critical Thinking and RN Predictor Exams, record data on Student Statistic document.
8. Provide team reports at faculty meetings.
9. Convene team meetings as needed, providing agenda and minutes for approval.
10. Verify that team meeting minutes are approved and posted.
11. Collaborate with course coordinators on team-level activities.
12. Encourage and support faculty colleagues on team.
13. At the end of each semester, validate with advisors that letters to students who do not meet
progression policy or failed a course have been submitted to Dean.
14. Work with Dean and Associate Dean to develop faculty assignments and workload each
semester.
15. Coordinate Pinning and Student Awards Banquet in conjunction with Student Affairs Committee
(SAC).
16. Coordinate with Student Affairs Committee to review new applicants and send out acceptance
letters.
17. Verify that counseling, complaint/grievance log is updated at the end of each semester by
course coordinators.
18. Assist with prospective student transcript review.
19. Complete priority enrollment student review.
20. Other duties as assigned by Dean.
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Faculty Governance
Adjunct Faculty Adjunct faculty, in addition to meeting OBU Human Resources requirements, must meet the CoN Clinical
Requirements. Orientation to the CoN and course material will be completed by the course coordinator
or clinical coordinator, depending on the assignment. Adjunct faculty are responsible for the course they
are facilitating; this includes, but is not limited to: syllabus preparation, ordering textbooks, setting-up
course online, grade submission, and student/faculty/course evaluations.
Equitability in Numbers This does not guarantee equity in number of committee members, but the numbers of members will be
sufficient to accomplish committee tasks. Special committee needs are considered and could relate to
matters such as the need for adequate committee representation and member continuity.
Faculty Members Faculty members are appointed to a committee for a year at a time and serve until the new list of
committee membership is distributed for that academic year. Committee Chairs and co-Chairs of each
standing committee are appointed for a two-year term by the Dean (i.e. August 2013 – August 2015).
Faculty The faculty and students in the CoN are full and active members of the college and OBU community.
Through councils, committees, and other vehicles, faculty and students are partners in setting the
course of the program.
Faculty meet monthly during the fall and spring semesters of the academic year and serve as the
decision-making body in the CoN with respect to student policies and curricula. Student representatives
from the Student Nurses Association and a representative of the support staff are invited to attend,
report, and represent their constituencies. Adjunct faculty can attend and/or access the minutes of
faculty meetings, but have no voting privileges.
Graduate Faculty Graduate faculty meet monthly during the fall and spring semesters of the academic year to discuss
matters specific to the graduate program, including curriculum, faculty, and students. The graduate
faculty may implement recommendations if they require no further review. Recommendations pertinent
to student affairs, academic affairs, or faculty affairs are referred to the respective committees for
action.
Nursing Leadership Council (NLC) The Nursing Leadership Council (NLC) meets at least once a semester or as designated by the Dean and
serves as the highest decision-making body within the CoN for all administrative matters that
encompass college policy, curriculum, and personnel.
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Standing Committees The CoN has four standing committees: Academic Affairs, Faculty Affairs, Student Affairs, and
Continuous Quality Improvement. These committees submit student, faculty, and academic concerns to
the full faculty for discussion, decision, and/or action as indicated. The dean, faculty members, students,
and advisory board may submit agenda items to the committees.
Students Students are invited to participate as members of the Academic Affairs, Continuous Quality
Improvement, and Student Affairs committees except when student petitions are discussed. Students
are not regular members of the Faculty Affairs Committee, but students do participate on the Faculty
Search Committee of the Faculty Affairs Committee.
Undergraduate Faculty Undergraduate faculty meet monthly during the fall and spring semesters of the academic year to
discuss matters specific to the undergraduate program including curriculum, faculty, and students.
Faculty may implement recommendations if they require no further review. Recommendations
pertinent to student affairs, academic affairs, or faculty affairs are referred to the respective committees
for action.
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College Committees
Academic Affairs Committee (AAC) The Academic Affairs Committee (AAC) considers items concerned with academic programs, policies,
organizing framework, and philosophy. Duties include:
Review each end of course report every other year (based on CON schedule) to determine if
curricular changes should be made. Submit findings to full faculty at each end of semester
evaluation meeting. May request a report back to AAC from a course coordinator regarding
findings and course team plan to address needed changes.
The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs serves as a member of this committee. S/he is the resource
person and is available for any questions.
The Dean serves as an ex-officio member and attends meetings as needed.
Continuous Quality Improvement Committee (CQI) The Continuous Quality Improvement Committee (CQI) is responsible for ongoing monitoring,
evaluation, and implementation of the program evaluation plan. Duties Include:
1. Review each End-of-Course report every other year (based on CoN schedule) to determine if
program outcomes. Submit findings to full faculty at each end-of-semester evaluation meeting.
May request a report back to QIC from a course coordinator regarding findings and course team
plan to address needed changes.
2. Review the annual Program Assessment data in September each year with a report in October
to full faculty. Assign follow-up to appropriate committee. The Program Assessment includes
the following data sets:
a. Facilities and resources survey—reports in May every other year
b. BSN and MSN 1-year and 5-year Alumni surveys—reported in May
c. Employer satisfaction, NESA—reported in August
d. BSN-MSN new graduate surveys reported in August
e. NCLEX pass rates, job placement, graduation rates
f. Standardized outcome data—NCLEX (using Mountain Measurement), ATI
g. Admission outcomes
h. Faculty outcomes
3. Monitor Program Evaluation Plan and recommend revisions to the plan as necessary. Submit an
annual report in the May program evaluation meeting.
4. Facilitate completion of ongoing reports required for CCNE Accreditation and Oklahoma Board
of Nursing approval.
The Associate Dean for Academic Programs serves as a member of this committee. S/he is the resource
person and is available for any questions.
The Dean serves as an ex-officio member of the committee and attends meetings as needed.
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College of Graduate and Professional Studies Committee This committee is designed to address matters relevant to the graduate and professional studies
programs. Duties include:
1. Assist staff to plan graduate pinning ceremony for December.
2. Review and approve all new and revised policies for MSN and RN-MSN program.
3. Review Graduate and Professional Studies Student handbook annually.
4. Review each End-of-Course Report every other year (based on CoN schedule) to determine if
curricular changes should be made and if program outcomes are being met. Submit findings to
full faculty at each end-of-semester evaluation meeting. May request a report from a course
coordinator regarding findings and the plan to address needed changes.
Faculty Affairs Committee (FAC) The Faculty Affairs Committee (FAC) is responsible to support faculty and enhance faculty development.
Duties include:
1. Review Faculty Affairs Handbook and re-affirm all policies annually. Submit findings to full
faculty in April.
2. Participate in selecting and reviewing applicants for faculty positions.
3. Verify faculty have completed upload of syllabi to O drive, End-of-Course reports, student
statistics, and faculty outcomes at the end of each semester (Fall, Spring, Summer).
4. Verify from staff in December/May that all committee chairs have posted minutes each month
to the O drive.
5. Analyze actual aggregate faculty outcomes in September for previous academic year. Compare
actual outcomes to expected outcomes and make recommendations to the full faculty.
The Dean acts as a resource person for this committee and is available to assist with any questions.
Dean serves as an ex-officio member and attends meetings as needed.
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Student Affairs Committee (SAC) The Student Affairs Committee (SAC) concerns itself with student matters. Duties include:
1. Review Student Handbook and re-affirm all policies annually. Submit findings to full faculty in
April.
2. Receive scholarship applicant information from staff, review, and recommend recipients of
scholarships to full faculty for approval in March.
3. Initiate award nominations from faculty/students. Receive votes and recommend recipients of
CoN awards to full faculty for approval in March/April.
4. Assist staff and the SNA officers in planning the Spring Awards reception for April.
5. Assist staff in planning the undergraduate Pinning Ceremony for May.
6. Receive sophomore applicant information from staff and prepare a recommendation of
students for admission to the College of Nursing in the May semester evaluation full faculty
meeting. Send questionable or conditional applications to Dean or Assoc. Dean who will bring
recommendations regarding these applicants to full faculty.
The Junior and Senior Team Leaders act as resource persons for this committee and are available for any
questions.
The Dean serves as an ex-officio member and attends meetings as needed. Student members of this
committee should be members of the Student Nurses Association (SNA).
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Advisory Councils
Nursing Leadership Council (NLC) Its purpose is to provide opportunities to communicate college initiatives. The council will meet at least
once a semester or as designated to advise the Dean and to facilitate communication among the team
members. Recommendations for action may be addressed to any committee. This council is made up of
the Dean, Team Leaders, Simulation Director, and Associate Dean (and Standing Committee chairs as
needed).
CoN Advisory Board (AB) This board is comprised of community leaders (chief nursing officers, employers, alumni, clinicians, and
stakeholders). Its purpose is to counsel the Dean on strategic and policy-related matters; be a resource
to students, faculty, and staff in enhancing the quality and reputation of the division; and take a
leadership role in assuring that the College of Nursing has the resources to accomplish its objectives.
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Section III: General Faculty Information
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Advising
Advising Faculty are assigned a list of nursing student advisees by their respective college. See
http://www.okbu.edu/academics/advising for advising resources. Faculty will use Degree Works to do
all advising in order to allow accurate documentation on advising notes, requesting course substitutions,
viewing student progress, etc.
Faculty Office Hours Faculty should post at least five office hours per week. This should be visible outside one’s office and
provide a place for students to sign-up for a specific time. If students sign up for the following day, they
should be encouraged to send an email confirming appointment. For additional information, See Faculty
Handbook, Section 2.11.10, titled Faculty Availability and Office Hours
(https://www.okbu.edu/documents/handbooks/faculty-handbook.pdf).
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Clinical, Lab Requirements
Clinical Practicum Requirements Documentation of requirements must be submitted to the College of Nursing by the designated due
date. Students and faculty are required to keep a copy of their own personal health documents. Late
submission of immunizations/titers, PPD testing, CPR, background checks, drug screens, or mandatory
training will result in a student not being able to attend clinical. A copy of documentation of clinical
requirements should be uploaded to CastleBranch Document Manager by the student and faculty. All
questions regarding clinical requirements should be referred to the Team Leader. The documents are
maintained in the CastleBranch Document Manager.
Additional requirements may be established by specific agencies. Students and faculty are required to
meet the health policies of the clinical facility. The College of Nursing Clinical Contract states that the
agency reserves the right to restrict students from practice in that facility when the safety of clients is in
jeopardy.
Requirement Name Requirement Description Due Date Reporting Criteria
Measles Please provide documentation of 2 vaccinations for Measles. A positive antibody titer for Measles (lab report required) will be accepted if there is no record of vaccination. If your titer is negative or equivocal, new alerts will be created for you to receive the vaccination series.
12/31 Administered Date Vaccine #1 Administered Date Vaccine #2 Enter Interpretation Enter Results
Mumps Please provide documentation of 2 vaccinations for Mumps. A positive antibody titer for Mumps (lab report required) will be accepted if there is no record of vaccination. If your titer is negative or equivocal, new alerts will be created for you to receive the vaccination series.
12/31 Administered Date Vaccine #1 Administered Date Vaccine #2 Enter Interpretation Enter Results
Rubella Please provide documentation of 2 vaccinations for Rubella. A positive antibody titer for Rubella (lab report required) will be accepted if there is no record of vaccination. If your titer is negative or equivocal, new alerts will be created for you to receive the vaccination series.
12/31 Administered Date Vaccine #1 Administered Date Vaccine #2 Enter Interpretation Enter Results
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Varicella (Chicken Pox)
One of the following is required: 2 vaccinations, OR Positive antibody titer (lab report required), OR A written verification of disease by a physician or a physician’s designee. If your titer is negative or equivocal, new alerts will be created for your to receive the vaccination series.
12/31 Administered Date Vaccine #1 Administered Date Vaccine #2 Enter Interpretation Enter Results
Hepatitis B One of the following is required: 3-vaccination series, OR 2-vaccination series (Twinrix), OR Positive antibody titer (lab report required) If you titer is negative or equivocal, new alerts will be created for you to receive the vaccination series.
12/31 Administered Date Titer Administered Date Vaccine #1 Administered Date Vaccine #2 Administered Date Vaccine #3 Enter Results
Tuberculous (TB) One of the following is required: 2-step TB skin test (Second test is to be applied 1-3 weeks after reading of the first.), OR Past 2-step test plus one subsequent annual, OR Past 2 annuals showing no more than 365 days between If positive skin test results, provide a clear chest x-ray. The renewal will be set at 1 year for negative skin tests and 5 years for chest x-rays. For annual renewal: 1-step TB skin test, OR for those with chest x-rays, a completed TB Symptom Questionnaire from a healthcare provider The annual test must occur in June or December and must be 365 days or less from a previous test. When it has been 5 years since the last chest x-ray, a new chest x-ray is required.
June or December
Enter Interpretation Enter Results Renewal Alert Trigger Renewal Date Step #1 Administered Date Step #2 Administered Date
Tetanus, Diphtheria, & Pertussis (Tdap)
Documentation of a Tdap booster within the past 10 years. The renewal date will be set for 10 years from the administered date of the booster.
12/31 Administered Date Renewal Alert Trigger Renewal Date
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CPR Certification Must be the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional course. Copy must be front and back of the card and card must be signed. The renewal date will be set for June or December.
June or December
Administered Date Renewal Alert Trigger Renewal Date
Health Insurance Provide a copy of both sides of your current health insurance card or proof of coverage. If name on the card does not match yours, verification of coverage from your provider is required. Renewal will be set at January 15th annually.
1/15 Renewal Alert Trigger Renewal Date
Influenza Submit documentation of a flu shot administered during the current flu season. Renewal date will be set for October 15th annually.
10/15 Administered Date Renewal Alert Trigger Renewal Date
Confidentiality Statement
For undergraduate students only: Please provide your signed OBU Confidentiality Statement. Document is available for download from the Student Handbook for this requirement.
12/31 Administered Date
Student Handbook Signature Page
For undergraduate and Graduate and Professional students only: Please provide your signed OBU Student Handbook Signature Page. Document is available for download from the Student Handbook for this requirement.
12/31 Administered Date
NESA Mandatory Education
For undergraduate students only: Annually complete three mandatory education modules and achieve 85% on the related exam.
12/31 Upload exam certificate
RN License For faculty and Graduate and Professional students only: Verification of a current, unencumbered US RN license from the Board of Nursing in your state
Variable Renewal Alert Trigger Renewal Date
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Course Credit for Clinical/Lab Experiences The College of Nursing policy for clinical and lab course credit is 1 credit hour for every 1.5 contact hours
in the clinical setting. For example, a student taking a 3 hour clinical course will be in the clinical/lab
setting or related activities 4.5 hours per week for 15 weeks during the semester.
License Verification Faculty must maintain a current, unencumbered registered nurse license in order to continue
employment. Licensure verification can be confirmed at https://www.ok.gov/nursing/verify/index.php.
A current copy will be on file in the CoN and submitted to the OK Board of Nursing.
Selection of Clinical Sites Purpose: To identify a clinical site that encompasses the experience and qualification of staff, the
availability of suitable patients, and the willingness to engage students in a productive learning
experience. The following criteria will be considered when selecting a clinical site:
Experience and qualifications of the staff
Teaching environment suitable for students
Availability of suitable patient population
Availability of specialized diagnostic or therapeutic equipment
Track record with previous clinical rotations
Credentials of organizational leadership
Geographic location (including international)
Anticipated rate of patient length of stay
Contractual negotiations
Regulatory history (JACHO, Magnet, CMS, etc)
A clinical placement agreement will be on file in the college of nursing office for each clinical site.
Skills LabSkills Lab is used to assist students in learning the skills required for nursing practice.
Additionally, clinical courses may have time scheduled for skills and case scenarios. The time in the skills
lab is a rehearsal to prepare for the nursing care of clients in the clinical setting. Students are expected
to treat this time in the skills lab with the same degree of seriousness as the actual client care setting.
In addition to the scheduled times, the skills lab is available for practice and review. Please see lab
schedule for available practice times.
Weekly Clinical Performance Policy All course syllabi must include the evaluation tools appropriate for the level of the course. Full clinical
tool can be assessed on the Nursing O Drive.
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Course Guidelines
Clinical Absence and Make-Up The College of Nursing follows the absence policy of the University located in the Green Book at
https://www.okbu.edu/student-life/documents/student-handbook.pdf. However, there could be
additional course-specific attendance requirements and consequences if not met.
If a student is unable to attend clinical and/or laboratory, the student is required to notify the
appropriate nursing faculty and/or the nursing unit to which the student is assigned. Except in the case
of a life-threatening emergency, this notification must occur prior to the beginning of the clinical time.
The contact should be reported by the student and not by another person, such as a classmate, spouse,
or parent. Since there is little opportunity to reschedule clinical experiences, for every 2 hours of clinical
or laboratory missed by the student, 1% will be deducted from the student’s final course grade.
In the event of illness (with attestation as mentioned in the Green Book), death of immediate family
member, or participation in University-sponsored activities, the student may be given the opportunity to
redeem lost points with an alternative clinical/laboratory experience. The student may choose to forfeit
the points, unless the faculty in the clinical and/or laboratory course needs additional time to
adequately assess whether the student has satisfactorily achieved the course outcomes. In that case,
the student would be required to participate in the alternative clinical/laboratory learning experience.
The time required and assignments to complete would be commensurate with the learning activities
which were missed.
Academic Integrity Dishonesty and Grievance Procedure – see Green Book, Section 2.2 titled “College Citizenship” at
https://www.okbu.edu/student-life/documents/student-handbook.pdf.
Alternative Assignment Policy In the event that the learning management system is down, students may submit assignments via
faculty email to meet the assigned deadline. In the event that the student’s email system is also down, a
24-hour extension will be given to the student by the faculty to complete the submission.
Course Evaluation Each course is formally evaluated at its completion each semester in the CoN by locally-developed
surveys. OBU course evaluation requires junior-status faculty to have two courses evaluated and senior-
status faculty to have one course evaluated. IDEA is one form of course evaluation used by the CoN.
Grading See OBU Faculty Handbook, section 3.6 titled “The Grading System and Academic Standards”
(https://www.okbu.edu/documents/handbooks/faculty-handbook.pdf).
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Late Assignments Assignments must be posted by the due date and time identified by each course. For compressed
courses, assignments that are more than 2 days late (including weekends) earn no points, with a 10%
deduction for one day and 20% for the second day.
Online Course Submission Time Central Standard Time in the United States is the accepted time zone for all courses submissions.
Assignments must be posted by the due date and time identified by each course.
Syllabus Guidelines In addition to the current syllabi template located on the O Drive, the following additions must be
included in course syllabi:
1. Each course outcome has corresponding program outcome(s) notated at the end of the
outcome. Example: Demonstrate an understanding of influences that impact curriculum
development, including diverse learner populations and ethical challenges. (PO 2, 5, 6)
2. Course assignments, in the assignment narrative/description/instructions, should address/list
out which course outcomes the assignment is addressing.
3. Assignment due dates should be listed on the course calendar.
4. Rubrics should be available for each assignment to: visibly measure the course outcomes for the
specific assignment, set a baseline for communication of assignment expectations, and present
standard assignment evaluation criteria.
In GCPS, all course syllabi are recommended to be posted four (4) weeks prior to the first day of class,
but must be posted at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class.
Textbook Selection Faculty are required to choose and report their choices of textbooks and course materials to the
bookstore no later than:
October 15th – for Spring classes
March 15th – for Summer classes
April 15th – for Fall classes
A late adoption of a text may only occur with the approval of the CoN dean.
TurnItIn Benchmark Policy Plagiarism is not tolerated within the OBU College of Nursing. The faculty uses a tool to detect
plagiarism with the platform of www.Turnitin.com. This tool provides a measure of originality in terms
of a percentage of how much a written assignment matches other publications such as websites, books,
articles, and other student papers. Each faculty has the right to set an acceptable benchmark of
originality expected as appropriate for a written assignment within a course. This will be clearly
communicated to the students within the description and expectations of the assigned project.
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Emergencies, Complaints, Counseling
Complaint Policy The Student Complaint and Grievance Policy does not supersede specific policies involving special cases
such as academic integrity and grade appeals, Title IX, sexual harassment, and due process within
discipline procedures/hearings. Those special cases have specific policies and procedures that are
outlined separately. A student who is unsure of which policies or procedures should be followed may
discuss the matter with the Dean of Students, Director of Human Resources, or the Title IX coordinator.
University policies provide the opportunity for students to file informal concerns or complaints, or
formal grievances concerning any member of the University community while acting in an official
capacity (e.g. faculty member, administrator, staff member). Information regarding procedures may be
obtained from the Academic Center and/or the Office of Student Development.
Following the investigation, evaluation, and resolution of the formal grievance, the student and the
University department/college will receive a written report of the outcome of the dispute. If the
student’s concern is not resolved at the formal grievance level, then the student is able to submit a final
formal written grievance to the President by following the procedures outlined below.
This policy and form may be accessed in the Student Green Book at http://www.okbu.edu/student-
life/student-grievance-policy. Any complaint or grievance regarding the College of Nursing should be
logged into the Grievance/Complaint Log located in College of Nursing.
Counseling of Students Addresses safety, professionalism, and/or behavior. A more detailed listing can be found in the OBU
Faculty Handbook (https://www.okbu.edu/documents/handbooks/faculty-handbook.pdf) under section
5.5.1, entitled “Counseling”.
The Student Counseling Record (https://www.okbu.edu/nursing/documents/student-counseling-
record.pdf) should be completed, providing details of the event, instruction provided, and a
recommended action. It is to be kept in the student’s file and should be signed by both the faculty
member and student. Follow-up documentation should be provided indicating resolution of the matter,
or if counseling is ongoing.
Emergency Procedures Emergency communication - https://www.okbu.edu/about/documents/emergency-communication-
procedures.pdf
Incident Reports Incident Report forms (https://www.okbu.edu/academics/documents/incident-report-form.pdf) are to
be completed for incidents in the CoN and at clinical agencies. The reports provide a summary of the
event, course of action taken, as well as an action plan to prevent further incidents.
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Inclement Weather Policy In recognition of the large amount of time spent off campus during clinical activities, the OBU College of
Nursing grants the course coordinator and clinical instructor responsibility for each clinical group and
the right to decide whether or not to cancel a clinical due to weather. The clinical coordinator should be
notified first of any cancellation. It is however, the responsibility of the clinical instructor to contact each
student at least 2 hours before students are required to be at the clinical site. It is recommended that
the instructor collect contact information for each student either during clinical orientation or by the
first day of the clinical rotation. For further information, see the OBU Faculty Handbook
(https://www.okbu.edu/documents/handbooks/faculty-handbook.pdf) under Appendix G for the
campus-wide inclement weather policy.
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Faculty Evaluation, Promotion, Orientation
Adjunct Orientation Policy Adjunct faculty must participate in the College of Nursing orientation, a course orientation, and a
student and course evaluation. The College of Nursing orientation includes completion of the adjunct
orientation checklist. All new adjuncts are required to complete this orientation; repeating adjuncts
may be exempt if no significant changes have been added. The course orientation will be completed
with the course coordinator. Adjunct faculty members are expected to attend student orientation to the
course as part of the clinical teaching hours. Additionally, there will be an end-of-course evaluation time
regarding both the course and students which will be completed with the course coordinator.
Conflict of Interest and Outside Employment Faculty are required to report any conflicts of interest and outside employment. A letter requesting
approval prior to the start of work must be submitted to the Dean and President.
Faculty Review and Evaluation See OBU Faculty Handbook (https://www.okbu.edu/documents/handbooks/faculty-handbook.pdf)
Section 2.6, titled “Evaluation.”
IDEA Evaluations are faculty evaluations sent to students in specific course sections at the end of each
semester. The current IDEA coordinator is Helen Lee – [email protected].
Faculty Workload See OBU Faculty Handbook (https://www.okbu.edu/documents/handbooks/faculty-handbook.pdf)
Section 2.11, titled “Faculty Workload.”
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Graduate Faculty Status All faculty teaching graduate courses in the College of Graduate and Professional Studies must be
doctorally or professionally qualified and must be appointed to the graduate faculty. Graduate faculty
should be differentiated from other faculty by their experience teaching at the graduate level,
professional experience, and qualifications which demonstrate mastery in their respective profession
and a demonstration of active scholarship of discovery/integration/application/teaching.
All faculty who desire to teach graduate courses in the College of Graduate and Professional Studies
shall apply for appointment as graduate faculty. A candidate may apply by submitting a letter and
resume or CV to the appropriate Academic Dean or Program Director prior to the commencement of
classes.
After ensuring a candidate meets the requirements of the program, the Academic Dean or Program
Director will present the faculty member to the Graduate Council for approval. The application portfolio
should include the following.
A letter from the faculty member stating the request to apply for graduate faculty status.
A letter of recommendation from the appropriate Academic Dean.
A letter of recommendation from the Program Director and/or a graduate faculty member.
The faculty’s resume or CV reflective of the necessary education, work experience, professional
experience, and professional development.
An affirmative supermajority vote (2/3rds) of the Graduate Council is required for approval of Graduate
Faculty status.
Documentation of the courses taught by each Graduate Faculty member shall be retained by the
Academic Dean or Program Director. A list of all Graduate Faculty and the courses they have taught will
be provided annually to the Graduate Council.
Revocation of graduate faculty status may proceed at the discretion of the Provost in consultation with
the Academic Dean or Program Director.
Promotion and Appointment See the OBU Faculty Handbook (https://www.okbu.edu/documents/handbooks/faculty-handbook.pdf)
Section 2.7, titled “Promotion” for entire policy and guidelines.
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Professional Development
Honor Society of Nursing Sigma Theta Tau International, Beta Delta Chapter-At-Large, provides leadership and scholarship in
practice, education and research to enhance the health of all people. We support the learning and
professional development of our members, who strive to improve nursing care worldwide.
http://thecircle.nursingsociety.org/betadeltachapter/home
Professional Development Faculty are encouraged to attend professional meetings as their schedule allows. The Faculty
Development Committee (FDC) can help establish available opportunities for faculty.
Travel reimbursement forms are available from http://www.okbu.edu/business-office/fdc.
The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) hosts multiple continuing education
opportunities (i.e. webinars and conferences).
Travel Reimbursement For travel reimbursement (i.e. mileage for clinicals), please see the Travel Expense Form, under the
Faculty and Staff Forms section on the Business Office’s Forms page (http://www.okbu.edu/business-
office/forms) or see the “Forms” section of the Faculty Handbook or Appendix E.
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Testing, Program Progression
ATI Mastery Exam Preparation Requirements For all courses that require a Mastery ATI Exam:
Advise students in the course syllabus that, prior to entry to the ATI Mastery Exam, they would
need to provide proof of completing the practice exam(s) that are congruent with the Mastery
Exam.
There are two practice exams available for each Mastery Exam.
o The Course Coordinator will unlock the practice exams 2 weeks prior to the scheduled
ATI Mastery Exam.
o Limit student attempts to 1 per test.
o Students will be advised to take the practice exam once to achieve 80% or more.
o Students will also be advised that they need to take the exams independently – not in
groups of students.
o If the student makes 80% on the first practice exam, then there is no need to take a
second practice test.
o If the student fails to reach 80% on the first practice test, then they need to take the
second practice test a minimum of 24 hours later. It is expected that they would review
content and prepare for the second attempt.
o Completion of the ATI exam attached to any course is required for course completion.
To enter the first attempt at the Mastery Exam, they will need to provide a printed copy of their
exam result(s) to the proctor for the Mastery Exam.
o Failure to reach 80% on either of the practice exams will not prevent entry to the
Mastery Exam.
o If the student fails to reach Level 2 on the first Mastery Test and they are required to
take it a second time, entry to the exam will require that the students do a focused
review, handwritten on paper, to give to the Exam Proctor.
The Course Coordinator will review the scores on the practice tests, and compare those scores
to the performance of the students on the Mastery Test. This comparison of scores, student by
student, will be provided to the Team Leader and then passed along to the Chair of the
Academic Affairs Committee to determine if a change in this policy is needed. Recommendation
of this committee is to review these comparisons to establish a target benchmark for future
semesters.
Communication of Test and Course Grade Policy Test and assignment grades will be posted in JupiterGrades for the student to review. Final course
grades will be posted to Banner. Final course grades will be posted after all exams are complete for that
level.
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Exam Review Policy At the end of each computer-administered exam, students will be invited to review incorrect exam
answers in the time frame allotted by course faculty.
Students will not be provided access to specific exam questions outside of this allotted time. If a student
desires further content review, he or she is expected to schedule a meeting with course faculty to
discuss content and strategies for academic success.
Late/Make-Up Exam Policy Students are expected to take all exams at the scheduled times. In the event a student is unable to take
the test at the scheduled time, the faculty responsible for the course shall be notified prior to the
administration of the test. When a student is unable to take an exam at the scheduled time, an
alternative exam will be given. The alternative form will be decided by the faculty for that course and
will include a non-objective component (for example: case study, essay discussion) worth 15% of the
total exam grade will be included.
It is the responsibility of the student to contact the appropriate faculty to schedule a make-up exam. The
make-up exam must be scheduled within one week of the original exam date. If the make- up exam is
not completed within two weeks, a zero may be recorded for that exam.
This follows the OBU Green Book Student Handbook policy, Section 4.1.2
(https://www.okbu.edu/student-life/documents/student-handbook.pdf).
CoN Comprehensive Testing Policy The College of Nursing (CoN) approved testing system will be used to monitor progress of the student
throughout the curriculum. Each student will purchase the CoN approved testing system which is to
include tutorials, remediation, and nationally normed exams for all critical content areas. Tutorials,
practice exams, and remediation will be mapped to fit the CoN curriculum and will be incorporated into
each course's directed learning activities.
At the end of each semester, appropriate exams will be administered. The student should achieve a pre-
determined score (for example, ATI Level II) if the course content has been mastered. Upon completion
of the curriculum, the student must demonstrate he/she has achieved the benchmark level of
proficiency on all required exams. The comprehensive NCLEX exam (for example, ATI RN-Predictor) must
be successfully completed at the national average. The student will have a second opportunity to
achieve the required benchmark on exam. It is expected that the student will self-remediate identified
weaknesses using the available resources before the second exam attempt. If he/she has not
successfully achieved the benchmark on all designated exams after two attempts, the student will be
required to provide proof of completion of an NCLEX review course before the final transcript will be
released.
To achieve the identified benchmark on all exams, it is anticipated that throughout the curriculum the
student will understand and use all available tutorial and practice exam resources to remediate
identified areas of weakness. Completion of the ATI exam attached to any course is required for course
completion.
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Exams on Which Students Must Achieve an ATI Level II Proficiency
Fundamentals
Care of Children
Maternal-Newborn
Mental Health
Community Health
Pharmacology
Leadership
Adult
Exam on Which Students Must Achieve the National Average
RN Comprehensive Predictor
The Critical Thinking exam will be completed by all students at the beginning and the end of the nursing
program.
Exam Distribution
Junior I – Fundamentals, Critical Thinking
Junior II – Care of Children, Maternal-Newborn, Mental Health
Senior I – Community Health, Pharmacology
Senior II – Leadership, Adult, Critical Thinking, RN Comprehensive Predictor
Progression Criteria See Oklahoma Baptist University’s College of Nursing website for full Progression Criteria
(https://www.okbu.edu/nursing/progression-criteria.html).
Once a student has been admitted to the College of Nursing, the following progression criteria must be
met to remain in the program:
1. Student must achieve at least a C in all the following courses: CHEM 1124, BIOL 2354, SOCI 1223,
BIOL 2274, BIOL 2364, MATH 1163, PSYC 1223, MATH 2003, NURS 1101, NURS 2013, NURS 2024
and all nursing Area of Concentration courses.
2. A student is limited in the numbers of pre-requisite, supportive, and Nursing Area of
Concentration courses that can be repeated. (See list of pre-requisite and supportive courses in
Admission Criteria.) If a student is unsuccessful in a third pre-requisite, supportive, or nursing
area of concentration course which has been taken at any institution, at the time of the third
failure, s/he will not be able to continue working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing
at OBU.
3. A student may repeat any course only once.
4. Achieve a 95% score on a Mathematics Dosage Calculation Exam each semester.
5. Achieve a minimum average of 75% on exams in NURS 2024.
6. Achieve a minimum average of 70% on exams in all nursing courses except NURS 2024.
7. Maintain current CPR, TB, drug screen, background check, and all required immunizations and
any other clinical requirements requested by the clinical agencies.
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Non-Native English Speakers Policy A Non-Native English Speaker (NNES) may self-identify or may be identified by faculty or admission
counselor. Any NNES is required to score a level 8 or higher on the OBU Intensive English Program’s (IEP)
English Placement Test prior to admission to the college of nursing. When identified the NNES will be
directed to the IEP program for evaluation ([email protected]). A student who fails to score a level 8 can
choose to participate in the OBU IEP program for remediation. A level 8 on the English Placement Test
must be achieved by the third attempt.
Theory Course Exam Policy In all nursing courses, a student must have an average of 70% on the written exams for the course in
order to pass the course, except NURS 1101 and NURS 2024. In NURS 2024, students must have an
average of 75% on written exams. This initial average will be an arithmetic average (subject to the Exam
Scores and Rounding Course Grades Policy), adding all exam scores and dividing by the number of
exams). The grade for any assignment other than a written exam will be calculated into the course grade
only after the 70% or 75% average has been met. Refer to the syllabus of the specific course for further
explanation.
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Test Security Policy To insure test security, the CoN will use the following guidelines in working with exams:
1. Each exam will have no less than 50% new questions.
2. Published test banks will not be used. Any question which is drawn from a published test bank
will be revised by changing the correct answer and one of the following: change 2 distractors or
significantly revise the stem statement.
3. Test questions for students should be randomized so no exam is like the exam of the student
sitting adjacent.
4. Exams are to include multiple types of questions of the same type as the NCLEX exam. No exam
should contain only multiple choice items. From the NCSBN: Types of Items on the NCLEX-RN® Examination – During the administration of the
NCLEX-RN Examination, candidates will be required to respond to items in a variety of formats. These
formats may include, but are not limited to: multiple-choice, multiple response, fill-in-the-blank
calculation, ordered response, and/or hot spots. All item types may include multimedia, such as
charts, tables, graphics, sound and video. For more information, visit www.ncsbn.org/2334.htm.
2013 NCLEX-RN® Detailed Test Plan - Candidate Version
5. All exams will be peer reviewed for question structure, clarity and accuracy by a full time faculty
member. The exam should be ready for peer review one full week before it is scheduled to be
given.
6. All exams will be password protected at all access points, including on one’s personal computer.
7. During an online exam, Lockdown Browser or a like system to prevent moving from the exam
page will be activated.
8. Each room required for an exam will have its own proctor.
9. Every exam will have a start time, end time, and will be set to allow one attempt only.
10. The exam password should be changed once all students are logged in and the exam is started
to prevent re-entry into the exam after a student leaves the room.
11. The faculty proctoring the exam should, as needed, observe the students from the rear of the
computer lab where the computer screen can be observed. Having a second faculty to assist in
proctoring the exams might be considered.
12. Only one sheet of paper, a pencil, and calculator may be provided by the proctor to each
student; unless otherwise stated these are the only items allowed for use during course and ATI
examinations. These items will be collected by the proctor at the termination of the exam and
counted to verify all pages, pencils, and calculators disseminated have been returned.
13. A student grade change of 20% or greater between exams will be investigated and the
investigation will be documented.
14. Students will not be allowed to wear or bring into the testing environment cell phones, watches,
or other devices that can send or receive text messages, photographs, or access the Internet.
Other options to enhance test security can include:
15. Assign seats for each exam.
16. Allow no returning to earlier questions (progression through exams will be forward only)
17. Consider having the student request permission to be dismissed after finishing the exam by
raising a hand at which time the faculty can check to see that the exam has been submitted and
after verifying this, can dismiss the student from the exam room.
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Testing Alternative Due to Technological Difficulty In the event of a technological difficulty during testing, if a student is required to restart the exam more
than one time, the student will be given a paper exam to complete. There will be no other opportunities
to re-test.
Theory Course Exam Policy In all nursing courses, a student must have an average of 70% on the written exams for the course in
order to pass the course, except NURS 1101 and NURS 2024. In NURS 2024, students must have an
average of 75% on written exams. This initial average will be an arithmetic average (subject to the Exam
Scores and Rounding Course Grades Policy), adding all exam scores and dividing by the number of
exams. The grade for any assignment other than a written exam will be calculated into the course grade
only after the 70% or 75% avg. has been met. Refer to the syllabus for the specific course for further
explanation.
Test Preparation and Mapping Policy The faculty of the Oklahoma Baptist University College of Nursing believe that examinations are a
primary and valid tool for assessing the knowledge and critical thinking ability of a student. Therefore, a
test mapping policy is critical and should be followed by all faculty members.
Development of Examinations
Development of examinations should be a team effort with involvement of multiple members of the
teaching team. A blueprint should be developed for each exam and posted in the online platform as well
as the O drive.
Each exam should be tested for internal consistency using the Kuder Richardson or Cronbach Alpha
analysis. Each exam should be evaluated by all faculty teaching in the course, or in conjunction with an
experienced peer if there is only one faculty in the course. This is to determine if changes are needed to
strengthen future exams.
The following are the test mapping criteria to be used in exam development for each course throughout
the nursing program:
a) Class objectives to be tested on the exam.
b) The level of difficulty of the exam questions. (Guidance has been given for 90% of each course,
which allows the faculty a 10% window to adjust level of difficulty appropriate to level of
content or professional development of student.)
Sophomore Level:
NURS 2024 Introduction to Nursing: 50% understanding, 30% application, 10% analysis
Junior I Level:
NURS 3011 Assessment: 50% application, 30% analysis, 10% evaluation
NURS 3171 Pharmacology I: 50% application, 30% analysis, 10% evaluation
NURS 3512 Pathophysiology & Care of Children: 50% application, 30% analysis, 10% evaluation
NURS 3523 Pathophysiology & Care of Adults: 50% application, 30% analysis, 10% evaluation
Junior II Level:
NURS 3163 Care of Families: 40% application, 30% analysis, 20% evaluation
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NURS 3182 Pharmacology II: 40% application, 30% analysis, 20% evaluation
NURS 3223 Psychopathology: 40% application, 30% analysis, 20% evaluation
NURS 3302 Nursing Research: 40% application, 30% analysis, 20% evaluation
Senior I Level:
NURS 4133 Community Health: 30% application, 30% analysis, 20% evaluation, 10% creating
NURS 4153 Chronic Conditions: 30% application, 30% analysis, 20% evaluation, 10% creating
Senior II Level:
NURS 4042 Health Care Management: 20% application, 20% analysis, 30% evaluation, 20%
creating
NURS 4143 Complex Care: 20% application, 20% analysis, 30% evaluation, 20% creating
Remembering (Knowledge): Involves rote memory skills. All that is required of the learner
is to recall appropriate information. Example:
The heart’s function is to:
A) Beat 24/7 throughout life
B)
Understanding (Comprehension): Determines understanding and tests for recollection of
facts, principles, and procedures. Requires rewording of memorized facts and use in a
new situation. Must be able to explain, distinguish, and predict at this level. This is the
lowest level of understanding. Example:
The heart’s function is to:
A) Pump blood
B)
Application: Refers to ability to take knowledge from 2 areas or concepts, make general
abstractions, and apply to concrete situations. It involves the application of learned
principles to the solution of presented problems. At this level, the student is required to
demonstrate, act, intervene, apply, solve, or modify. Example:
The heart’s function is to:
A) Perfuse the body with oxygenated blood.
B)
Analysis: Involves breaking down a whole communication into its parts and being able to
understand the relationship between the parts. The student is required to analyze,
evaluate, select, differentiate, interpret, judge, or prioritize. Example:
The heart’s function is to:
A) Meet the body’s oxygen and nutrient needs.
B)
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Evaluate: To determine the value or worth of something according to specified criteria. To
evaluate, we must have knowledge of what is being judged, as well as knowledge of the
judgement criteria. Example:
The heart’s function is:
A) Critical to cell survival
B)
Creating (Synthesis): This is the highest level of the cognitive domain. During synthesis,
information is combined in new and meaningful ways. It involves the ability to bring
separate parts together to form a whole that did not previously exist, and make
judgements about the value of materials and methods for given purposes. The student
is required to develop, organize, create, or generate. Example:
The heart’s function is:
A) Similar in nature to the function of the GI tract
B)
c) Each exam should also be reflective of the current NCLEX-RN test plan categories and
percentages, as well. (www.ncsbn.org)
Safe and Effective Care Environment
o Management of Care – 17-23%
o Safety and Infection Control – 9-15%
Health Promotion and Maintenance – 6-12%
Psychosocial Integrity – 6-12%
Physiological Integrity
o Basic Care and Comfort – 6-12%
o Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies – 12-18%
o Reduction of Risk Potential – 9-15%
o Physiological Adaptation – 11-17%
Testing Guidelines Students will be allowed to bring only a pencil and a test answer form into the testing area if taking a
paper test, and nothing if taking a computer-based exam. No paper of any kind will be allowed. No hats
with rims or bills, hoodies, pocketed jackets or shirts, headphones, electronic devices, food, or
beverages will be allowed in the testing area.
Students will not be allowed to wear or bring into the testing environment cell phones, watches, or
other devices that can send or receive text messages, photographs, or access the Internet.
During an exam, all book bags and backpacks are to be left in a locker or at the front of the classroom. If
backpacks are left at the front of the classroom, they will not be accessible until all students have
completed the exam. All electronic devices left in backpacks must be turned fully off (not silenced).
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ATI Incentive Policy For courses with an associated ATI Proctored Assessment, the assessment should be worth 5% over and
above the course grade. The current program benchmark is a Level 2. To earn the full additional 5%, a
student must have a passing exam average in the course and meet the Level 2 benchmark on the first
attempt. If the student with a passing exam average makes a Level 2 on the second attempt, he/she
would earn an additional 2.5%. If the student with a passing exam average fails to meet a Level 2 by the
second attempt, he/she will earn no additional points.
For courses associated with two different ATI Proctored Assessments, the maximum number of earned
additional percentage points between the combined proctored assessments shall be 5%
Rounding of Exams and Course Grades Leave all exams to the hundredth place (not rounded up). Test averages will be taken to the hundredth
place. Rounding is only done with the final course grades, to the nearest whole number.
For example, 69.49 will translate to a 69 for a final exam grade. 69.50 will translate to a 70 on the final
course grade.
Dosage Calculation Exams In addition to the dosage calculation exam required for admission to the upper division courses, a
dosage calculation exam is administered each semester. The level of difficulty of these exams increases
as the student progresses in the nursing curriculum. Furthermore, questions concerning dosage
calculation are generally a part of each exam in most didactic courses. A student enrolled in a practicum
and/or lab course will be required to take the dosage calculation exam. A 95% is required on the dosage
calculation exam each semester to pass.
All students are allowed three attempts to achieve this score. In the event that a student does not pass
the dosage calculation exam given in any semester, the student should utilize the ATI Dosage Calculation
Module for Remediation. Remediation strategies may include working with the Student Success Center,
identifying problem areas, reduction of test anxiety, and working assigned problems.
Students who do not achieve the score of 95% on the third attempt will be required to withdraw from
all practicum courses for that semester. Students will be considered for readmission based on space
available. Absence from a scheduled dosage calculation exam may be considered a failure and will count
as one of the required attempts.
Calculators may be used for the dosage calculation exams at faculty discretion. Calculators will be
supplied by the College of Nursing for dosage calculation exams.
Miscellaneous
Student Data Student data is currently housed in Banner, Jupiter Grades, Degree Works, and Moodle. Additional
information can be found in the Admissions Office.
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Student Handbooks The College of Nursing Student Handbook is located at: https://www.okbu.edu/nursing/student-
handbook.html
The OBU Student Handbook (Greenbook) is located at: https://www.okbu.edu/student-
life/handbook.html
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Use of College of Nursing Facilities A lounge area for faculty is located in Stavros Hall. Use of the Stavros Hall faculty lounge area will be
guided by the following:
Remove all trash from tables and dispose of in trash bins
Clean microwave after each use
No chairs will be removed from the faculty lounge area or classrooms
No food, or liquids other than water, is admitted in the classrooms or simulation labs. All water should
be in clear containers. No liquids of any kind are allowed in the computer lab.
Substance Use Policy
Statement of Philosophy
The College of Nursing supports the University policy prohibiting possession and/or distribution of
alcohol and illicit drugs by students, employees, and others on University premises or in connection with
any University activity. Further, the University may discipline a student for the violation of alcohol or
drug laws wherever that violation occurs.
The nursing faculty members at Oklahoma Baptist University believe they have an ethical and
professional responsibility to provide a safe teaching and learning environment for students. Nursing
faculty also have an obligation to insure the safety of clients who receive nursing care from OBU nursing
students.
Indications of Possible Substance Abuse
Manifestations of substance abuse are variable. However, the following categories may be indications
of this problem:
Physiologic:
Slurred or rapid speech
Trembling hands; persistent rhinorrhea
Altered pupil dilation
Flushed face
Red eyes
Swollen face
Odor or scent of chemical or substance
Unsteady gait
Hand tremors
Slurred speech
Declining health
Behavioral:
Excessive absenteeism and/or marked changes in class attendance
Changes in punctuality
Late assignments with elaborate excuses for not meeting deadlines
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Reduced attentiveness in classroom and/or clinical setting
Isolation or withdrawal from peers and faculty
Unsafe clinical performance resulting in placing clients at risk
Errors in decision-making in clinical settings
Leaving clinical area frequently
Illogical or sloppy charting
Decreasing classroom and/or clinical productivity
Changes in mental status: forgetfulness, confusion, decreased alertness, extreme mood
swings, irritability
Inappropriate responses
Dishonesty
Changes in personal appearance, such as an unkempt appearance
Memory loss
Process for Addressing Suspected Substance Abuse
When a nursing faculty member observes characteristics of substance abuse by a nursing student in the
clinical (simulation lab, skills lab) or classroom setting:
The student will be removed to a private area where the faculty will talk with the student
concerning these observations.
The student will be given an opportunity to respond to the faculty’s observations.
If this incident occurs within a clinical setting:
The student will be relieved immediately of further clinical responsibilities for that day.
The student will be required to provide a for-cause urine drug screen at his/her expense within
two hours of the incident. If time exceeds two hours, the drug screen will be considered a
positive.
This specimen will be sent to a certified medical laboratory from a list provided by the College of
Nursing.
Notification of Use of Prescribed and/or Over-the-Counter Medication
The student must notify the College of Nursing clinical faculty, course coordinator, and/or advisor
whenever he/she is taking a prescribed or over-the-counter drug that the student has been advised will,
or based on the drug profile is likely to, impair job performance (e.g., drowsiness, diminished ability to
focus).
The notification should occur prior to attending clinical rotation at any site. The student will be assessed
by faculty to determine if they are safe to enter the clinical site.
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Section IV: Simulation
Simulation Lab Guidelines The following policies and guidelines have been developed in order to preserve the resources of the
Simulation Lab and protect the safety of those utilizing the learning center. The CoN Simulation Lab is a
place to integrate high fidelity simulation into undergraduate education to enhance the educational
experience of our students and enable them to experience real-life scenarios in a safe clinical
environment.
Simulation Lab Policies
1. All learners will be in uniform/clinical attire, including name tag, while participating in simulation
learning activities.
2. Learners should bring standard equipment (stethoscope, assessment tools, calculator) required
for clinical during simulation experiences.
3. CoN uniform policy will be followed by all faculty and student in the simulation lab. (i.e.,
instructors will wear lab coats or uniforms when conducting simulations, closed-toe shoes must
be worn when in the simulation center)
4. Learners will wash their hands to remove stains, ink, or oils before activities start.
5. No food or beverages are allowed in the simulation area.
6. Only pencils are allowed in the simulation area. No pens or markers.
7. Standard precautions will be adhered to in the simulation area as in the clinical area.
8. Once the simulation experience is completed, learners must restore the simulator and
environment to baseline status.
9. After a simulation experience, learners should not share details and activities with learners who
have not participated in the learning experience.
10. All students will sign a confidentiality statement prior to their simulation experience. This will
also include an agreement to be recorded for evaluation purposes. This will be HIPAA-based
and a violation of this statement will be treated as a violation of patient confidentiality and
subject to the CoN counseling policy.
11. Consents to be photographed and videotaped will be obtained from all learners and faculty.
12. The simulation lab is to be used for simulation activities only.
Scheduling
1. Clinical coordinators must work in coordination with the simulation director to develop and
implement clinical scenarios. Clinical coordinators must submit dates to the simulation director
the semester prior to all clinical experiences. Clinical faculty/adjuncts will participate in clinical
simulations.
2. The simulation director will post a calendar indicating times that the simulation lab is booked.
Classes and sections will be identified.
3. Please refer to the simulation calendar for times and dates of course simulations.
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Guidelines for Faculty Scenario Preparation
1. At least 6 weeks prior to each simulation experience, the course coordinator is to submit the
scenarios chosen to the simulation director.
2. The appropriate preparation work for students’ simulation assignments will be forwarded to the
course coordinator by the simulation director who will be responsible to post in the learning
management system.
3. Two weeks prior to the simulation, the course coordinator is to inform the simulation director if
any modifications are wanted in the scenario.
4. The course coordinator and clinical faculty all must participate in a walk-through simulation one
week prior to their scheduled reserved Simulation Lab time in order to provide optimal learning
experiences.
5. The course coordinator is responsible for scheduling time with the simulation director for the
walk-through. All participants must be present.
6. Prior to simulation, the course coordinator, simulation director, and clinical faculty are to
formulate evaluation criteria.
7. Prior to simulation, the course coordinator, simulation director, and clinical faculty are to
formulate debriefing objectives, question, and guidelines.
8. Debriefing will occur immediately after each simulated scenario and continue for at least the
same length of time as the scenario.
9. The student should complete an evaluation of the simulation and debriefing experience prior to
the end of the debriefing session.
10. The course coordinator and clinical faculty will complete and evaluation of the simulation and
debriefing experience at the end of the debriefing session.
Pass/Fail Scale Grading for Simulation All Simulation courses are pass/fail courses. In order to successfully compete the courses and earn a
passing grade, you must achieve 70% of the available 210 points by the end of the courses. Each of the
simulation experiences will worth a total of 35 points as outlined below:
Completion of preparation items as assigned 5 points
Adherence to dress code 5 points
Simulation participation 10 points
Debriefing participation 10 points
Completion of post-simulation feedback 5 points
TOTAL 35 points
