Bachelor of Science in Nursing

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

Nursing

Program Specification

Program Title

Awarding Body/Institution

University of San Agustin

Accrediting Body

PAASCU

Program Duration

Four Academic Years

Overview of the Program

The BSN is a four-year program consisting of general education and professional courses. Professional courses are threaded through from the first year thru the fourth year with emphasis on the nursing concepts with corresponding Related Learning Experiences (RLE). The BSN program provides an intensive nursing practicum that will refine further the nursing competencies to ensure achievement of the BSN program outcomes required of an entry level nurse.

Admission Requirement

Fresh High School Graduates
1. Report card with a general High School average of at least 80 % or an equivalent of 2.6.
2. Should pass the following: Placement Test in the following aptitudes with the cut-off percentile rank: verbal reasoning-20; numerical reasoning-20; abstract reasoning-20; language usage-20. Should pass the interview conducted by the Nursing Program Committee on Admission, Retention, and Promotion (CARP).
4. Certificate of Good Moral Character from the Head/Principal of the High School graduated from.
5. Photocopy of Birth Certificate (authenticated by NSO).
6. Good physical health as reflected in the normal results of the following laboratory/diagnostic tests that should be submitted:
a. Chest X-ray
b. ECG
c. Laboratories (CBC, Urinalysis, Fecalysis)
d. Hepatitis B (HBsAg) screening (to be followed by immunization)
Note: If fully immunized with the Hepatitis B vaccine and Anti-Hbs, a result is required.
e. COVID-19 Vaccination Status
7. Result of a neuropsychiatric examination, if necessary.
8. Result of Differential Aptitude Test.
Note: All laboratory results must be supported by a medical certificate that the applicant is physically and mentally fit to take up the Nursing course.

Transferees/Second Coursers who wish to enroll in the Nursing Program
1. Transcript of records
2. Must have no grade below 2.4 (83%) or better in all subjects.
3. Certificate of Good Moral Character from the Head/Dean of the school last attended.
4. Photocopy of Birth Certificate (authenticated by the NSO)
5. Should pass the interview conducted by the Nursing Program CARP.
6. Good physical health as reflected in the normal results of the following laboratory/diagnostic tests that should be submitted:
a. Chest X-ray
b. ECG
c. Laboratories (CBC, Urinalysis, Fecalysis)
d. Hepatitis B (HBsAg) screening (to be followed by immunization)
Note: If fully immunized with the Hepatitis B vaccine and Anti-Hbs, a result is required.
e. COVID-19 Vaccination Status
7. Result of a neuropsychiatric examination, if necessary.
8. Result of the Differential Aptitude test.
Note: Al laboratory results must be supported by a medical certificate that the applicant is physically and mentally fit to take up the Nursing Course.

For Married Applicants
1. Good physical health as reflected in the normal results of the following laboratory/diagnostic tests that should be submitted:
a. Chest X-ray
b. ECG
c. Laboratories (CBC, Urinalysis, Fecalysis)
d. Hepatitis B (HBsAg) screening (to be followed by immunization)
Note: If fully immunized with the Hepatitis B vaccine and Anti-Hbs, a result is required.
e. COVID-19 Vaccination Status
2. Result of a neuropsychiatric examination, if necessary.
3. Result of Differential Aptitude Test
Note: Al laboratory results must be supported by a medical certificate that the applicant is physically and mentally fit to take up the Nursing Course.

Objectives of the Program

The BSN program aims to develop a professional nurse who is able to assume entry-level positions in health facilities or community settings. The professional nurse is capable of providing safe, humane, quality and holistic care to individuals of varying age, gender, and health-illness status; healthy or at-risk families; population groups; and community; singly or in collaboration with other health care providers to promote health, prevent illness, restore health, alleviate suffering and provide end of life care.

Program Structure

Curriculum

Course Specification

Program Outcomes

PROGRAM OUTCOMES CODE	PROGRAM OUTCOMES STATEMENT
PO A	Apply knowledge of physical, social, natural and health sciences and humanities in the practice of nursing.
PO B	Perform safe, appropriate, and holistic care to individuals, family, population groups and community utilizing the nursing process.
PO C	Apply guidelines and principles of evidence-based practice in the delivery of care.
PO D	Practice nursing in accordance with existing laws, legal, ethical, and moral principles.
PO E	Communicate effectively in speaking, writing, and presenting using culturally appropriate language.
PO F	Document to include reporting up-to-date client care accurately and comprehensively.
PO G	Collaborate effectively with inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
PO H	Practice beginning management and leadership skills using systems approach in the delivery of client care.
PO I	Conduct research with an experienced researcher.
PO J	Engage in life-long learning with a passion to keep current with national and global development in general, and nursing and health development in particular.
PO K	Demonstrate responsible citizenship and pride in being a Filipino.
PO L	Apply techno-intelligent care systems and processes in health care delivery.
PO M	Uphold the nursing core values in the practice of the profession.
PO N	Apply entrepreneurial skills in the delivery of nursing care.
PO O	Demonstrate the fundamental Augustinian values in relation to their profession.

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