Nursing
To inquire about this program:
Sherry Pearman | 423.869.6283 |
sherry.pearman@lmunet.edu
LMU's cornerstone belief is service to humanity, and few professions embody this belief like
nursing. Nurses help people attain and regain wellness. And they work with individuals,
families, and community groups, helping them adapt to changes--in their needs, their roles,
and their relationships--brought on by changes in health.
At LMU, you'll receive the training and education you'll need to become a qualified nurse
professional capable of succeeding in the 21st century health care environment. You'll
also develop the high moral and ethical standards, as well as a sense of personal
responsibility, that are vital to nursing.
Degrees Offered
Associate of Science in Nursing (A.S.N.)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-B.S.N.)
Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) Family Nurse
Practitioner concentration
Special Features
All nursing professors hold a Master's of Science in Nursing from various institutions
of higher education. Several faculty hold terminal degrees in nursing and education.
LMU's nursing faculty includes specialists in medical-surgical nursing, pediatric nursing,
psychiatric nursing, and maternal-child nursing.
In one recent graduating class, 92% of LMU's nursing students passed their NCLEX-RN
examination.
LMU's A.S.N. program is approved by both the Kentucky and Tennessee Boards of Nursing;
the RN-B.S.N. program is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing. Both programs are
accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
We provide many clinical opportunities for students to exercise informed judgments.
Nursing students learn to communicate clearly and effectively in a variety of settings.
Course Information
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A.S.N. Core Curriculum |
cr hrs |
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BIOL 230 |
4 |
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BIOL 250-260 |
8 |
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CIS 100 |
2 |
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COMM 200 |
3 |
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ENGL 110 OR 120 |
3 |
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ENGL 210 |
3 |
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INFL 100 |
1 |
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LNCN 100 |
1 |
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MATH 101, 111, 112, 120, 130 (choose one) |
3-4 |
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PSYC 221 |
3 |
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Nursing Component |
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Foundations of Nursing |
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Humans as Adaptive Systems: Promotion of
Adaptation in Physiologic Mode |
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Humans as Adaptive Systems: Promotion of
Adaptation in the Psychosocial Modes |
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Promotion of Adaptation in Adults (I and II) |
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Promotion of Adaptation in Children |
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Promotion of Adaptation in Childbearing Families
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Nursing Seminar |
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TOTAL CREDIT HOURS |
67-68 |
To graduate from the R.N.-B.S.N. program, students
must fulfill LMU's basic requirements for undergraduate
degrees and the baccalaureate core curriculum as well as
the following program requirements.
Transitions to Professional Nursing
Pharmacology to Promote Adaptation
Health Assessment of Humans as Adaptive Systems
Pathophysiology of Ineffective Human Responses
Promotion of Adaptation in the Elderly
Nursing Research
Promotion of Adaptation in Groups, Communities and
Society
Professional Roles in Promotion of Adaptation
Senior Nursing Seminar
Clinical Experience
As a nursing student, you'll complete a large number of clinical hours and gain
valuable real-world experience. Our clinical sites include:
- St. Mary's Medical Center, Knoxville
- Blount Memorial Hospital
- Sweetwater Hospital
- Peninsula Psychiatric Hospital
- East Tennessee Children's Hospital
- Pineville Community Hospital
- Claiborne County Hospital
- Baptist Regional Medical Center
Career Opportunities
After passing the NCLEX-RN, you can work in any setting that hires registered nurses.
Alumni Success
Our graduates are working in all areas of nursing, including specialized areas such
as neonatal intensive care, psychiatric nursing, and anesthesiology. And they work
all over the country in a variety of settings--from major medical centers to small
community hospitals.
Graduate & Professional Opportunities
Many of our graduates have also gone on to graduate school at places such as the
University of Tennessee and University of Kentucky and obtained their master's degree
in nursing. With a master's degree, you'll be prepared for a host of specialized
positions such as nurse practitioner and nurse anesthetist.
Clubs & Organizations
LMU's Student Nurses' Association enables you to get involved in the community and
develop yourself professionally. LMU students have served as president of the National
Student Nurses' Association (NSNA) and as editor of the NSNA's official publication.
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Admissions inquiries
Office of Admissions 423.869.6467
Email: admissions@lmunet.edu
ADDITIONAL LINKS PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
Prospective nursing students must complete an application for
admission to the University and an application for
admission to the nursing program. The LMU
application can be completed online or
print out the paper application (PDF).
The nursing program application must be printed (PDF).
You can find the applications
here.
CURRENT STUDENTS
Additional information for current nursing students
enrolled in Summer 2008 classes can
be found here.
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