10 REASONS TO BECOME A NURSE Map to MJS College School of Nursing & Business MJS College School of Nursing and School of Business 1. Nurses are in demand now, and will be even more in demand by 2020. In fact, the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has projected a shortfall of 800,000 nurses by 2020. Think of the job opportunities there will be. 2. You don’t need any equipment or facilities to do your job. Your skills as a nurse are universal, and you’ll be able to help others without needing four walls in which to work. Just like doctors, your skills come in useful when there’s an accident, or crisis. You’ll be valued anywhere you go, as you represent a person who can help heal illnesses and distress in people. 3. There are lots of different opportunities in nursing. You can work in hospitals, schools, government agencies, home care facilities and more. 4. Flexible schedules. Nursing shifts can come in increments of 4, 8, 10 or even 12 hours, on weekends and weekdays. There are many opportunities. 5. Nurses make a difference in people’s lives. Caring for people and helping others lead healthy lives is satisfying and important. 6. Nurses interact with different people every day, including patients, doctors, medical staff and administrators. MISSION STATEMENT “ Our Mission is to provide opportunities for individuals to pursue a nursing career for professional growth and development, and to address the healthcare needs of the 21st century” 7. Nursing is exciting. You never know what’s going to happen, and have to stay on your toes, solve problems and make good decisions. Every day is different. 8. There are lots of opportunities for advancement in nursing. You can get promoted and take on bigger roles over time. 9. Nurses can change specialties. If you’re interested in pediatrics or trauma, you can move into those areas when the opportunities arise. 10. Nurses can take it on the road! Nurses are in demand everywhere and with portable skills; you can go where you want. MJS College School of Nursing and School of Business 8401 Ohio Street Merrillville, IN 46410 Phone: 219-769-2047 Fax: 888-522-9313 E-mail: [email protected] Associate of Science in Nursing 219-769-2047 About the ASN Program MJS College offers a 15 month accelerated ASN program. The ASN program consists of classroom theory and supervised clinical practice. Upon successful completion of the program the student will graduate with an Associate of Science in nursing and eligible to sit for the RN licensure examination. Students will practice and develop skills through simulated, hands-on learning experiences using a variety of instruction support methods and resources. Admission Process  Prerequisite classes completed with a minimum 2.8 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale HESI Entrance Exam with a minimum of 78% pass rate Application & $50 Application Fee Official High School or GED transcripts Official Academic transcripts from all postsecondary schools attended Two letters of recommendation. Essay Drug Screen (10-panel) Criminal Background check         *If you have been convicted of a felony or certain misdemeanors, this may preclude you from participating as a student in some clinical sites (which will eliminate you from the program) and you may not be allowed to take the NCLEX examination-the state board licensing examination for nursing. All requirements above must be met before you will be considered for admission. NO EXCEPTIONS!!! General Education Requirements CIS 1010 Introduction to Computers PSY 1010 Introduction to Psychology PSY 2110 SOC 1010 Developmental Psychology Introduction to Sociology MTH 1010 COM 1010 College Math Interpersonal Communications ENG 1010 PHY 2010* English Composition Anatomy & Physiology I PHY 2020* CHM 2010* BIO 2010* Anatomy & Physiology II Introductory Chemistry Microbiology *All science classes must be completed within the last 5 years Nursing Component TERM 1 NUR 209 Professional Development 1 NUR 211 Professional Skills 3 TERM 2 NUR 210 NUR 212 Med Dosage & Calculation Fundamentals of Nursing 1 6 TERM 3 NUR 213 Alterations in Health I 5 Alterations in Health II 5 Alterations in Health III 5 Alterations in Health IV 5 Nursing Capstone 3 TERM 4 Clinical Requirements Accreditation This program is regulated by: Indiana Commission for Higher Education 302 West Washington Street, Room # E201 Indianapolis, IN 456204-2767 Phone # 317-232-1320 Professional Licensing Agency Indiana State Board of Nursing 402 W. Washington Street, Room, W072 Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 317-234-2043 MJS College and its clinical affiliates require the following items be obtained PRIOR to you starting your clinical rotation.       Physical exam Evidence of Immunizations (MMR, DTP, Varicella Hepatitis B immunization series or signed declination form Evidence of current negative chest x-ray or PPD tuberculin skin test Evidence of health Insurance or signed waiver Health care provider CPR card NUR 214 TERM 5 NUR 215 TERM 6 NUR 216 TERM 7 NUR 218 MJS College School of Nursing and School of Business 8401 Ohio Street Merrillville, IN 46410 Phone: 219-769-2047 Fax: 888-522-9313 E-mail: [email protected]