Leach College of Nursing - University of St. Francis

Leach College of Nursing - University of St. Francis Leach College of Nursing Nursing is one of the most flexible and satisfying careers you can choose. USF has educated three generations of caring and highly skilled nurses. At USF, you will receive one of the finest nursing educations available, preparing you to be a competent clinician and an advocate for your patients. Leach College of Nursing EN ESPAÑOL Nursing is one of the most rewarding careers you can choose! USF in Joliet, Illinois, has educated three generations of caring and highly skilled nurses. USF will provide you with a top nursing education, preparing you to be a competent clinician and patient advocate. About LCON Accreditations The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at the University of St. Francis, are accredited by the: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education 655 K Street NW Suite 750 Washington, DC 20001 Tel: 202-887-6791 LCON Mission & Purpose LCON Mission The mission of the Cecily and John Leach College of Nursing (LCON) is the education of individuals to be accountable nursing professionals who integrate the Franciscan values of respect, integrity, compassion, and service. LCON Purpose The purposes of the Leach College of Nursing are to: Provide a value-based Catholic education exemplified by mutual respect between faculty, students, and staff. Provide an environment that encourages the ongoing personal and professional growth of students, faculty, and staff. Prepare graduates to serve society through professional nursing. Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society The University of St. Francis Upsilon Delta Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International recognizes superior achievement and leadership qualities; fosters high professional standards; and encourages creative work. The honor society also works to strengthen the commitment to the ideals and purposes of the nursing profession. Both undergraduate and graduate students who meet the following criteria may be inducted: Undergraduate Students must complete half of the nursing curriculum; achieve academic excellence with 3.0 GPA or higher; rank in the upper 35 percentile of the graduating class; and meet the expectation of academic integrity. Registered Nurse Students must have completed 12 credit hours at USF; have completed half of the nursing curriculum; achieve academic excellence with 3.0 GPA or higher; rank in the upper 35 percentile of graduating class; and meet the expectation of academic integrity. Graduate Students (master’s and doctorate) must have completed one-quarter of the nursing curriculum; achieve academic excellence with 3.5 GPA or higher; and meet the expectation of academic integrity. Nurse Leader Candidates must be legally recognized to practice nursing in his/her country; have a minimum of a baccalaureate degree or the equivalent in any field; and demonstrate achievement in nursing. Programs Undergraduate Adult Undergraduate Graduate Doctoral Certificates Nursing (BSN) Concurrent BSN Completion Programs with JJC & MVCC Nursing BSN Completion (BSN) Nursing (MSN) – Family Nurse Practitioner – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Nursing Practice (DNP) POST-MASTER’S CERTIFICATES Family Nurse Practitioner Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Goals & Program Outcomes Test Pass Rates UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) Leach College of Nursing students have pass ed the exam at a stellar 98% first-attempt rate for 2024, which sur pass es the national average of 91% and the Illinois average of 87%. GRADUATE PROGRAMS American Nurses Credentialing Center Certification (ANCC) Family Nurse Practitioner – 2024 first-time candidate pass rates: 77.78% Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – 2024 first-time candidate pass rates: 97% American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification (AANP) Family Nurse Practitioner –  2024 pass rates: 100% PMHNP – 2024 pass rates: 100% BSN Program Outcomes 1. Theoretical and Empirical Knowledge for Evidence-based Practice Incorporate theoretical and empirical knowledge from the physical, social, and behavioral sciences and humanities into evidence-based nursing practice through clinical judgment. 2. Effective, Compassionate, Ethical, Culturally Sensitive, and Holistic Nursing Care Demonstrate effective and ethical clinical decision-making that promotes health, prevents illness and injury, and provides compassionate, culturally-sensitive, and holistic nursing care across the lifespan and in a variety of healthcare settings. 3. Quality Improvement and Culture of Safety Be accountable for safe nursing practice and quality of care through problem-solving, clinical reasoning, and utilization of data within complex systems of health care. 4. Advocacy and Social Justice Function as a change agent to advance social consciousness of diversity and equity to promote population health through political involvement and advocacy while incorporating ethical principles. 5. Leadership Demonstrate effective leadership through the competent coordination of patient care, resources, and cost-effective care with complex systems of healthcare. 6. Communication and Collaboration Demonstrate effective collaboration among individuals, groups, interprofessional team members, and the community through excellent oral and written communication skills. 7. Informatics and Technologies Utilize healthcare technologies and informatics effectively and ethically for communication, data collection, and safe nursing practice. 8. Professionalism Demonstrate professionalism and contribute to the profession’s advancement by engaging in personal, professional, and leadership development through activities that foster resilience and well-being. MSN Program Outcomes 1. Theoretical and Empirical Knowledge for Evidence-based Practice Synthesize nursing knowledge and related disciplines as evidence for nursing practice decisions through ethical conduct of scholarly activities and clinical reasoning. 2. Effective, Compassionate, Ethical, Culturally Sensitive, and Holistic Nursing Care Promote ethical clinical decision-making, holistic person-centered care, and culturally-sensitive relationships at the level of advanced nursing practice. 3. Quality Improvement and Culture of Safety Formulate quality improvement strategies by evaluating system-level data and integrating best evidence to promote safety and optimal system-level outcomes. 4. Advocacy and Social Justice Advocate for improving the system’s capability and resources by addressing social determinants of health, equitable healthcare access, cost-effectiveness, and quality of care to diverse populations. 5. Leadership Exemplify leadership roles and strategies to promote quality nursing practice within complex healthcare systems across the continuum of care. 6. Communication and Collaboration Promote collaborative relationships with interprofessional team members, patients, families, and other stakeholders to enhance quality patient-centered care. 7. Informatics and Technologies Apply information technologies and management skills ethically for the provision of efficient health care services, team collaboration, decision-making, and patient engagement in a variety of settings. 8. Professionalism Cultivate the professional identity of nursing through modeling personal well-being, professional maturity, leadership, accountability to the profession, and a culture of lifelong learning. DNP Program Outcomes 1. Theoretical and Empirical Knowledge for Evidence-based Practice Translate theoretical, scientific, and contemporary practice knowledge and other disciplines into clinical practice and advance scholarship through evaluating outcomes of evidence-based improvement strategies. 2. Effective, Compassionate, Ethical, Culturally Sensitive, and Holistic Nursing Care Interpret and synthesize outcome data of personalized delivery of healthcare with respect to the cultural and spiritual beliefs of patients from diverse cultures. 3. Quality Improvement and Culture of Safety Advance quality improvement practice through activities of modeling, tutoring, and disseminating outcomes within complex systems of health care. 4. Advocacy and Social Justice Evaluate the risks to population health and policies addressing inequities and lead a collaborative approach to achieve equitable health through activities of advocacy and scholarship incorporating ethical principles. 5. Leadership Lead team-based change initiatives through the thoughtful use of outcome metrics. 6. Communication and Collaboration Enhance personal, collegial, and collaborative approaches which protect population health and enhance the effectiveness of patient-centered care. 7. Informatics and Technologies Evaluate the use of technologies in health care and promote its ethical and safe use to support patient-centered care and equity in digital access to information. 8. Professionalism Advance the profession through engaging in ongoing self-reflection, interdisciplinary peer and systems review, and leadership roles. Aid & Resources Corporate Partner Tuition Discounts The Leach College of Nursing and USF Graduate Admissions is proud to partner with numerous organizations to provide tuition discounts to their employees. Please look here for a full list of our current partners.  If you see your organization listed, speak to an advisor and complete the Employee Discount Form. Leach College of Nursing Scholarships & Grants Several scholarships and grants are available to help offset tuition costs for students in the College of Nursing. If you qualify for one of the below opportunities and want more information about applying, contact finaid@stfrancis.edu SCHOLARSHIPS Jennifer K. Bily Scholarship This scholarship is sponsored by Anthony & Kathy Bily. Anthony and Kathy Bily established the scholarship in the memory of their daughter, Jennifer, a nursing student who died in an automobile accident in 1995. Applicant must be in good academic standing with financial need Enrolled full-time in the traditional undergraduate nursing degree program with full tuition rate Student must submit one-page typed essay outlining educational and career goal within the nursing profession Preference will be given to senior student residing in Plainfield, Illinois and/or students with expressed interest in emergency/trauma disciplines Deadline: September 1 annually CVS Health Foundation Family Nurse Practitioner Student Scholarship Program This grant is to be used to support students as they complete their academic program. Must be Family Nurse Practitioner program students Have worked with organizations that support underserved populations as a student, volunteer or in a professional capacity Be in good academic standing FNP students will be notified through their USF email address when scholarship is available. Annalise Hathaway Endowed Scholarship Annalise Hathaway graduated from the Leach College of Nursing in 2012. Annalise brightened everyone’s day with her friendly, compassionate and professional demeanor, but sadly, she this world much too quickly. Annalise’s true passion was nursing, so in memory of Annalise and with a desire to support students at the University of St. Francis who serve and lead in the nursing profession, the Hathaway family has endowed a yearly scholarship. Must be a senior nursing student in good academic standing Applicants must complete two essay questions to be reviewed by the family Leach College of Nursing Scholarship Scholarship sponsored by John & Cecily Leach. All nursing students (BSN, BSN Completion, and MSN) are encouraged to apply. Amount varies. Must have completed a FAFSA by the deadline to be considered Must maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA for undergraduates and a 3.0 cumulative GPA for graduates. Scholarship recipients will be based upon financial need and tuition expense incurred at University of St. Francis. Deadline: September & January annually Dr. Patricia Shelvy Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Scholarship The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Scholarship was established by Dr. Patricia Shelvy, who recognizes the need for an online psychiatric nurse practitioner program. The scholarship is expendable and will be awarded based on the following criteria: Student must be enrolled in the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Program Must be in good academic standing Show the desire to complete the program and an asset to the community working in the field Applicant must write one paragraph addressing the criteria of the award Deadline: March 1 Will County Heroes Teaching & Nursing Scholarship Will County has awarded University of St. Francis funds to generate a pathway for enrollment, education and employment for its residents. Potential nursing students are eligible to apply for up to $5,000 per academic year of scholarship money towards their education as an incentive to stay and work in Will County. Scholarship funding will be available through Fall 2026 or until funding is expended. Must complete the FAFSA or the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid (Contact USF Financial Aid for assistance, finaid@stfrancis.edu Must live or work in Will County Scholarships are currently available to all USF students pursuing a healthcare or education profession It is only available to students who attest to one or more of the following criteria: Household has a low or moderate income (income at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for the size of the household) Household experienced unemployment as a result of the pandemic Household qualified for Medicaid, PELL, SNAP or WIC Must complete the University of St. Francis Student Attestation/Scholarship Application Form each semester for which they are requesting scholarship dollars Both part-time and full-time students are eligible to apply There is no minimum GPA requirement GRANTS Advanced Nursing Education Workforce (ANEW) Grant The ANEW program has been selected for funding by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The trainee support will be $11,000; a stipend of two installments (clinical course semesters) of $5,500. The funding will train APRN students to practice in underserved and rural communities or state and local health departments within Illinois. The University of St. Francis Leach College of Nursing was awarded a grant worth close to $1.5 Million. Students must apply for admission to USF prior to applying for this scholarship. Must be enrolled in the Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Management courses Must be in good academic standing as defined by the University Recipient will complete clinical training experiences for a minimum of 2 clinical rotations with ANEW clinical partners or possible approved HRSA agencies. Prior to enrolling for the FNP or PMHNP clinical management course, click here to learn more about qualifying for participation and to apply. Student Resources HIPAA Compliance Information OSHA Compliance Certification Information Meet the Leach College of Nursing Faculty CLICK HERE Visit USF Contact a Counselor Tuition & Aid IN ENGLISH Facultad de Enfermería de Leach La Enfermería es una de las carreras más flexibles y satisfactorias que se pueden elegir. La USF ha formado a tres generaciones de enfermeras atentas y altamente cualificadas. En la USF, recibirá una de las mejores educaciones en Enfermería disponibles, preparándola para ser una profesional clínica competente y una defensora de sus pacientes. Acerca de LCON Acreditaciones El programa de licenciatura en enfermería, el programa de Maestría en Enfermería, el programa de Doctorado en Práctica de Enfermería y los programas de certificado APRN de postgrado de la Universidad de St. Francis, están acreditados por la: Comisión de Formación Colegial en Enfermería 655 K Street NW Suite 750 Washington, DC 20001 Tel: 202-887-6791 Porcentaje de aprobados PROGRAMAS DE LICENCIATURA National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) El porcentaje de aprobados en 2023 de los alumnos de la Facultad de Enfermería Leach fue del 92%, ¡muy por encima de la media nacional del 89% y de la media estatal del 85%! ¡Felicidades! PROGRAMAS DE POSTGRADO Certificación del American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Porcentajes de aprobados en Enfermería familiar 2024: 77.78% Porcentaje de aprobados del curso 2024 de Enfermería psiquiátrica familiar de Salud mental: 97% Certificación de la American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Porcentajes de aprobados en Enfermería familiar 2024: 100% Porcentajes de aprobados en Enfermería psiquiátrica familiar de Salud mental 2024: 100% Sociedad de Honor de Enfermería Sigma Theta Tau International La Universidad de St. El Capítulo Francis Upsilon Delta de Sigma Theta Tau International reconoce los logros superiores y las cualidades de liderazgo, fomenta un alto nivel profesional y fomenta el trabajo creativo. La sociedad de honor también trabaja para fortalecer el compromiso con los ideales y propósitos de la profesión de enfermería. Pueden ser admitidos tanto los alumnos de licenciatura como los de postgrado que cumplan los siguientes criterios: Los alumnos de licenciatura deben completar la mitad del plan de estudios de enfermería, alcanzar la excelencia académica con una nota media de 3.0 o superior, situarse en el percentil 35 superior de la promoción y cumplir las expectativas de integridad académica. Los alumnos de Enfermería matriculados deben haber completado 12 horas de crédito en la USF, haber completado la mitad del plan de estudios de Enfermería, alcanzar la excelencia académica con una nota media de 3.0 o superior, situarse en el percentil 35 superior de la promoción y cumplir las expectativas de integridad académica. Los alumnos de postgrado (maestría y doctorado) deben haber completado un cuarto del plan de estudios de enfermería, alcanzar la excelencia académica con una nota media de 3.5 o superior y cumplir las expectativas de integridad académica. Los candidatos y candidatas a Enfermeros líderes deben estar legalmente reconocidos para ejercer la enfermería en su país, tener como mínimo un título de bachillerato o equivalente en cualquier campo y demostrar logros en enfermería. Becas y ayudas de la Facultad de Enfermería Leach BECAS Beca de Enseñanza y Enfermería HEROES del condado de Will El condado de Will ha concedido a la Universidad de St. Francis fondos para generar una vía de matriculación, educación y empleo para sus residentes. Los posibles alumnos de enfermería pueden solicitar una beca de hasta 2,500 dólares por semestre o 5,000 dólares por año académico para su educación como incentivo para quedarse y trabajar en el condado de Will. Las becas estarán disponibles hasta el otoño de 2026 o hasta que se agoten los fondos. Debe completar la FAFSA o la Solicitud Alternativa de Ayuda Financiera de Illinois (Comuníquese con Ayuda Financiera de la USF para obtener ayuda, finaid@stfrancis.edu Debe tener residencia permanente en el condado de Will y esperar trabajar en una institución educativa o sanitaria del condado de Will después de graduarse (domicilio; no residencia en el campus) Las becas están actualmente disponibles para nuevos alumnos de licenciatura de la USF que persiguen una profesión de enfermería Sólo pueden optar a ella los alumnos que acrediten uno o varios de los siguientes criterios: La familia tiene unos ingresos bajos o moderados (ingresos iguales o inferiores al 300% de las Directrices Federales de Pobreza para el tamaño del hogar) La familia experimentó desempleo como consecuencia de la pandemia Familia con derecho a Medicaid, PELL, SNAP o WIC Debe completar el formulario de solicitud de certificación/beca de alumno de la Universidad de St. Francis cada semestre para el que solicite una beca Pueden presentarse tanto alumnos a tiempo parcial como a tiempo completo No existe un requisito mínimo de nota media Si tiene preguntas o desea más información, póngase en contacto con la Oficina de Admisiones en eruiz@stfrancis.edu o llame al 815-740-5070 logotipo de la facultad de enfermería Leach Beca patrocinada por John y Cecily Leach. Se anima a todos los alumnos de Enfermería (BSN, BSN Completion y MSN) a presentar su solicitud. El importe varía. Debe haber completado una FAFSA antes de la fecha límite para ser considerado Debe mantener una nota media acumulativa de 2.5 para los alumnos de licenciatura y de 3.0 para los de postgrado Los beneficiarios de las becas se basarán en la necesidad económica y en los gastos de matrícula incurridos en la Universidad de St. Francis. Fecha límite: Septiembre y enero anualmente Solicitar a través de los Servicios de Ayuda Financiera en la Torre Hall, N-320 Póngase en contacto con el Servicio de Ayuda Financiera, 866-890-8331, 815-740-3403, finaid@stfrancis.edu Jennifer K. Beca Bily Beca patrocinada por Anthony y Kathy Bily. Anthony y Kathy Bily crearon la beca en memoria de su hija Jennifer, alumna de Enfermería que falleció en un accidente de automóvil en 1995. El solicitante debe tener una buena situación académica y necesidad económica Matriculado a tiempo completo en el programa tradicional de licenciatura en Enfermería con la matrícula completa El alumno debe presentar un ensayo de una página escrito a máquina en el que describa su objetivo educativo y profesional dentro de la profesión de Enfermería Se dará preferencia a los alumnos de último año que residan en Plainfield, Illinois o a los alumnos que hayan expresado interés en las disciplinas de urgencias/trauma Fecha límite: 1.° de septiembre anualmente Las solicitudes deben presentarse en Servicios de Ayuda Financiera, Tower Hall, N320, finaid@stfrancis.edu Beca de dotación Annalise Hathaway Annalise Hathaway se graduó en la Facultad de Enfermería Leach en 2012. Por desgracia, dejó este mundo demasiado pronto. La verdadera pasión de Annalise era la enfermería. Con su trato amable, profesional y compasivo, Annalise alegró el día a todo el mundo. En memoria de Annalise y con el deseo de apoyar a los alumnos de la Universidad de St. Francis que sirven y lideran en la profesión de enfermería, la familia Hathaway ha dotado una beca anual. Ser alumno de último curso de enfermería con un buen expediente académico Los solicitantes deben rellenar dos preguntas de redacción que serán revisadas por la familia Solicitar a través de los Servicios de Ayuda Financiera en la Torre Hall, N-320 Póngase en contacto con el Servicio de Ayuda Financiera, 866-890-8331, 815-740-3403, finaid@stfrancis.edu Dr. Beca Patricia Shelvy de Enfermería psiquiátrica La beca para enfermeros psiquiátricos fue creada por la Dra. Patricia Shelvy. Dr. Shelvy reconoce la necesidad de un programa online de enfermería psiquiátrica. La beca es prescindible y se concederá en función de los siguientes criterios. El alumno debe estar matriculado en el Programa de Enfermería psiquiátrica Tener un buen expediente académico Demostrar el deseo de completar el programa y un activo para la comunidad que trabaja en el campo El solicitante debe redactar un párrafo en el que se aborden los criterios del premio Enviar la solicitud cumplimentada a Servicios de Ayuda Financiera, finaid@stfrancis.edu antes del 1.° de marzo. Póngase en contacto con el Servicio de Ayuda Financiera, 866-890-8331, 815-740-3403, finaid@stfrancis.edu Programa de Becas para Alumnos de Family Nurse Practitioner de la Fundación CVS Health La subvención se utilizará para ayudar a los alumnos a completar su programa académico. Deben ser alumnos del programa Family Nurse Practitioner Haber trabajado como alumno, voluntario o profesional en organizaciones de apoyo a poblaciones desfavorecidas Tener un buen expediente académico Los alumnos de FNP serán notificados a través de su dirección de correo electrónico de la USF cuando la beca esté disponible. SUBVENCIONES Subvención para la Fuerza Laboral de Educación Avanzada en Enfermería (ANEW) El programa ANEW ha sido seleccionado para recibir financiación de la Administración de Recursos y Servicios Sanitarios (HRSA). La ayuda al becario será de 11,000 dólares, un estipendio de dos plazos (semestres de curso clínico) de 5,500 dólares. La financiación formará a alumnos de APRN para que ejerzan en comunidades rurales y desatendidas o en departamentos de salud estatales y locales de Illinois. La Universidad de St. La Facultad de Enfermería Leach de Francis recibió una subvención de casi 1.5 millones de dólares. Los alumnos deben solicitar la admisión en la USF antes de solicitar esta beca. Deben estar matriculados en los cursos de Enfermería familiar y Gestión clínica de salud mental psiquiátrica Tener un buen expediente académico según la definición de la Universidad El beneficiario completará experiencias de formación clínica durante un mínimo de 2 rotaciones clínicas con socios clínicos de ANEW o posibles agencias HRSA aprobadas. Antes de matricularse en el curso de Gestión clínica FNP o PMHNP, visite stfrancis.edu/leach-college-of-nursing/anew para obtener más información sobre los requisitos de participación y para solicitarlo. Subvención del Programa de préstamos para profesores de enfermería (NFLP) Una vez que el alumno se compromete a ello, el programa de becas NFLP autoriza la cancelación de hasta el 85% de su préstamo original más los intereses. Las condiciones estipulan que el alumno recibirá un préstamo de 12,490 dólares cada año una vez cumplimentado el pagaré y el formulario de Derechos y responsabilidades del prestatario. Esta cantidad se destinará a la matrícula, los libros, las tarifas y cualquier otro gasto educativo del alumno. Una vez cumplido el compromiso, se condona hasta el 85% del préstamo. Para poder optar a la subvención NFLP, el solicitante debe: Estar matriculado en programas de postgrado de enfermería El alumno debe tener un buen expediente académico También debe ser ciudadano de los Estados Unidos, nacional de un país distinto de los Estados Unidos o extranjero que tenga en su poder un visado que le permita la residencia permanente en los Estados Unidos. Los alumnos deben comprometerse a enseñar a alumnos de enfermería de una de estas tres maneras: Como miembro del cuerpo docente a tiempo completo durante un período no inferior a 4 años. Como instructor a tiempo parcial en una escuela acreditada preceptor de alumnos de APRN a tiempo parcial. Como preceptor de alumnos de APRN a tiempo completo durante un año. Si está interesado, envíe un correo electrónico a nflp@stfrancis.edu Descuentos en matrícula para empresas asociadas La Facultad de Enfermería Leach y USF Graduate Admissions se enorgullecen de asociarse con numerosas organizaciones para ofrecer descuentos en la matrícula a sus empleados. Mire aquí para ver un alista completa de nuestros socios actuales.Si ve su organización en la lista, hable con un asesor y rellene el formulario de descuento para empleados. Programas Licenciatura Postgrado Doctorado Certificados de postgrado y postmaestría Enfermería (B.A.) Programa puente R.N.-BSN con Joliet Junior College y Moraine Valley Community College Enfermería (MSN) – Enfermera de familia – Administración de Enfermería – Educación en Enfermería – Enfermera especializada en salud mental y psiquiátrica Práctica de enfermería (DNP) Programas de certificado de postgrado Certificado de Docencia en Enfermería Certificados de postmaestría Enfermera de familia Enfermera especializada en salud mental y psiquiátrica Conozca al profesorado de la Facultad de Enfermería Leach HAGA CLIC AQUÍ HAGA CLIC AQUÍ Recursos para alumnos de Enfermería de la USF Información sobre el cumplimiento de la HIPAA Certificación de cumplimiento de la OSHA para alumnos de Enfermería Visite la USF Comuníquese con un consejero Colegiatura y ayuda