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Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing

NUR 1101 Orientation


to BSMCON
Course Description This course serves to introduce the students to the skills that are essential to
achieve their academic goals. It offers an opportunity for the student to engage in
learning activities aimed at enhancing academic success through the knowledge of
college resources and the development of academic success strategies. This
course will assist students in connecting concepts and theories that relate to the
role of the student nurse.
Course Objectives Upon completion of the course, the student will:
1. Demonstrate the process of utilizing a variety of college resources
2. Identify academic success strategies
3. Recognize the academic and professional expectations of the BSMCON
student nurse
Course Credit 1 Credit (15 hours)
Course Schedule Monday 11:00am 11:50am
15 weeks 100% face-to face
Faculty Kathy S. Faw MSN, RN
Assistant Professor
Office: 112
Phone: 804-627-5332; Email: kathy_faw@bshsi.org
Office Hours: Monday 9:00am 11:00am and Thursday 8am 1pm, 4pm 5pm
Pre-Requisites Admission to Program
Co-Requisites None
Required Texts
American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association

(6th ed.). Washington, DC: Author.


And/or
PERRLA for APA. (2015). Retrieved from PERRLA website: http://www.perrla.com/APADetails.aspx

**students only need APA Manual or PERRLA, not both


Black, B. P. (2017). Professional nursing: Concepts and challenges (8th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders
Recommended Texts
None

Last Reviewed: 8/3/2017


Curriculum Approval: 5/22/2017
Instructional Methods/Materials

BSMCON College Catalog, assigned readings.


A variety of instructional methods may be used including (but not limited to) lecture, discussion,
group work, homework, in class assessments, and hands-on utilization of resources.
Evaluation Methods Percentage of Grade Assessment Criteria
Classroom Assessments/CATs 12% CATs are announced on course calendar.
(6 @ 2%) Completed CATs receive full credit for
assignment. Students who are not present in
class on day of CAT will receive a zero for that
particular CAT.
Homework Assignments 18% Rubric
(6@3%)
Social Media Assignment: 50% Rubrics for each Part of Assignment are utilized
for grading.
Part A: Literature Search 10%
Part B: APA Format 10%
Part C: Peer Critique 10%
Part D: Scholarly Paper 20%
Time Management and 10% Rubric
Reflection Log
Portfolio Shell 10% Rubric

Last Reviewed: 8/3/2017


Curriculum Approval: 5/22/2017
Nursing Program Grading Scale
Class (theory) grades are earned according to a letter system. Final course grades are truncated.
Students must achieve a passing grade defined as a C or better to successfully complete the course.
A 94-100
B+ 91-93
B 87-90
C+ 84-86
C 80-83
D+ 77-79
D 73-76
F 0-72
Course Outline
Module Module Objectives/ Topical Outline In Class Assignments Out of Class
Assignments
In this module students will: Assignments: Videos:
CATs #1-2 Orientation to
Module I: The student will become familiar with Critical Thinking Bb video
the Learning Management System Critical
Academic Success exercise
(Blackboard) utilized within the College Thinking/
Identify and discuss ways to apply Conflict
strategies for success in nursing school Management
specific to test taking. Video
Explore personal critical thinking skills Getting
and apply those skills to problem solve. started with
ATI
Homework
#1-2
Discussion
Board

Last Reviewed: 8/3/2017


Curriculum Approval: 5/22/2017
Module II: In this module students will: Assignments: Readings:
CATs #3--4 Time
College Resources Demonstrate the ability to access Social Media Management
various databases available through the Project Parts A & B Article
BSMCON library to obtain research Time Management Articles self-
articles. Assignment selected for
Apply principles of APA format. Social Media
Review resources available to the Project
student on campus to assist with APA Softchalk
academics and work-life balance.
Assignments:
Social Media
Project
Time
Management
Assignment
Homework
#3-5

Module III: In this module students will: Assignments: Readings:


College
The Professional Recognize the importance of giving and CATs #5-6 Handbook
Student receiving feedback Social Media Student
Discuss civility and professionalism in Project Part C Conduct Policy
the classroom. Portfolio Shell Black (2017),
Recognize characteristic behaviors that Ch2 p. 40-43;
exemplify professional nurses. Ch3 p. 52-57;
Identify and discuss current Ch15 p. 309-
issues/trends affecting the image of 323.
nursing today. ATI Self-
Explore opportunities to become in Assessment
professional and academic organizations Inventory
as a student.
Assignments:
Homework #6
Social Media
Project Part C
&D
Discussion
Board

Last Reviewed: 8/3/2017


Curriculum Approval: 5/22/2017
Student Responsibilities
Requirements It is expected that students attend class as scheduled and be an active participant in
for learning. Students are expected to carefully review the course syllabus to be familiar
Participation with all requirements and expectations for their participation in class each week. In
and Interaction accordance with ADM 2.08: College Attendance Policy, Attendance at BSMCON is
defined as academic engagement which can vary depending on the delivery method or
type of course. If a student is not academically engaged in all enrolled courses during
the first week of the semester, the student will be dropped from all courses by the
Registrar. If a students LDA exceeds 14 consecutive days the student will be
withdrawn from all courses during the withdraw period by the Registrar. Please see
ADM 2.08 for further details.
Communication It is the students responsibility to keep faculty up-to-date on progress,
Policies problems, and concerns he/she may have. Students may contact faculty via email,
office phone, or as otherwise instructed by faculty.
Students will be provided a Bon Secours College of Nursing (BSMCON) email
account. All communication between students and faculty will be through the
BSMCON email account. It is expected students will check their college email on a
regular basis. Please note faculty use Eastern Standard Time (EST) or Eastern
Daylight Time (EDT) as appropriate in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Technical All BSN students admitted in Fall of 2016 or later and all RN-BSN students are required
Requirements to own a computer (desktop or laptop for RN-BSN students and laptop for BSN
students) and have access to high-speed internet. Any system older than two years may
not have the processing power to work with our current version of Blackboard and its
components. The primary method of communication to students is the web-based
Blackboard system (See Student Catalog) and the .edu email assigned to students upon
admission to the program. Students should review the Bon Secours website and the
Technology Support section of the College Resources course tab in Blackboard for
detailed information on required hardware and software. Students will have access to
the Blackboard course site which allows students and faculty to exchange attached
documents electronically. Students are expected to be familiar with computer, email
systems, electronic attachments, and other vital computer functions essential to
academic and professional success.
Out of Course The student can expect approximately 2 hours per week of out of course work (such
Expectations as homework, projects) to one nursing course credit each semester.

Last Reviewed: 8/3/2017


Curriculum Approval: 5/22/2017
Submission of Students are expected to submit all written assignments via the
Assignments Blackboard system unless instructed otherwise by faculty. All course assignment due
dates are communicated by the faculty. For each day an assignment is received late
without prior notification and approval, ten points per day will be deducted. Faculty
will regularly communicate with students via email and through Blackboard to convey
information about classes, assignments, and other course-related issues. Students
may utilize the computer lab at the college. The computer lab is open to students
during regular business hours of the college.

Should a student have difficulty or have questions when completing an assignment,


they should contact the faculty before the assignment is due. All course assignment
deadlines are on EST or EDT as appropriate in Virginia. For each day an assignment is
received late without prior notification and approval, ten points per day will be
deducted. After posting an assignment, go back and verify the correct document was
posted. Students experiencing technical issues with Blackboard are expected to
contact the Blackboard help desk which is available 24/7 for student. There is no
excuse for late assignments or failure to attach documents. All students are
expected to have several plans in place in case of technical issues to ensure success
in the online program.

Assignments should be formatted in APA 6th edition style and presented professionally,
writtenin a scholarly tone, and include an appropriate cover page, reference list, and
appendices as needed. Students should review the grading rubrics for further details,
refer to the APA 6th edition manual, and the writing center located in the College
Resources tab in all Blackboard courses.

It is expected that all assignments will meet the standard for undergraduate level
work. Rubrics for grading are provided for course assignments. Students should use
them to ensure they have addressed all required components for an assignment. A
grading summary will be returned with each assignment that will show how work was
evaluated. If a student has questions or comments about a grade, they should contact
the faculty.

Last Reviewed: 8/3/2017


Curriculum Approval: 5/22/2017
Course Specific Audio recording of lecture is permitted. It is an illegal infringement of a copyright
Guidelines to reproduce, edit, or distribute your professor's lecture for a purpose other than
your own personal educational use.
Disability The College is committed to providing students with disabilities access to higher
Assistance education through the delivery of reasonable accommodations as outlined under
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) of 1990, as amended. The Colleges policies and procedures regarding students
with disabilities are designed to ensure equal access to educational programs, services,
and activities.

It is the responsibility of the student who requires reasonable accommodation to


identify himself or herself as an individual with a disability and to register with the
Office of Student Success (Office 206, 804-627-5349), where designated staff will
work in cooperation with the student and appropriate departments of the College to
determine what reasonable accommodations are available. Please Note: students
who do not register with the Office of Student Success and have their disability
verified are not eligible to receive any accommodations. Please refer to policy ADM
3.03 for additional information.
Honor Code Acceptance of admission to Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing also constitutes
acceptance of the Honor System. Upon admission, each student signs the general
Honor Pledge statement found in the Honor System policy. In addition, the following
short Honor Pledge statement will be written or stamped on all graded work and
signed by the student: On my honor, I have neither given nor received aid on this
assignment or test, and I pledge that I am in compliance with the BSMCON Honor
System. Or the abbreviated statement of, I pledge. (See Student Catalog)
Technical Support
Blackboard - If you encounter any issues with logging in or using Blackboard, please
contact:

Blackboard Support at 804-340-7914 or send an email


to bonsecourshelpdesk@campuseai.org

In case of a technology issue with email or Connect Care:

Open your web browser and navigate to https://support.bonsecours.com


Enter your ADS user name, starting with ads\
Example: ads\jasmith
Enter your ADS password
Select Sign In

If you do not have access to the web, do not have an ADS, or the issue is critical to
patient care please call: ISSC at 1-866-809-9259.

Last Reviewed: 8/3/2017


Curriculum Approval: 5/22/2017
Academic Assistance and Tutoring
In addition to support from course faculty, all students may take advantage of the
Office of Student Success. The mission of the Office of Student Success is to provide
academic support, connect students to resources, help students meet their educational
goals, and encourage academic achievement. Student Success offers support in many
areas including: time management, priority and goal setting, effective study and test
taking strategies, academic counseling, peer tutoring, disability accommodations, and
career counseling. Communication with the Office of Student Success is encouraged at
the first indication of need. Students who receive support early are the most successful.
Please do not hesitate to contact the office at any time.

Free peer tutoring is available for most pre-licensure nursing courses. Tutoring is
available during posted hours, either by appointment or drop-in. Students with
appointments receive first priority.

Please see Blackboard (Office of Student Services, Student Success) for more
information.

Students are expected to become familiar with and use the resources available to
them through the College Resources tab in each Blackboard course. This tab
provides information on library resources, financial aid, and other topics to support
the online student.
You may wish to keep a copy of the course syllabus for your records, as you may need it
for future reference. A copy will not be available from the school in the future. If you
wish to make a copy, please do so before the end of the course.

Last Reviewed: 8/3/2017


Curriculum Approval: 5/22/2017

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