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Nursing
Nursing is a profession concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. This total care includes the physical, psychological, sociocultural and environmental problems as they relate to daily life. Nurses practice in homes, schools, clinics, hospitals, and other settings where people are in need of health care services. The nursing profession believes in preventing illness, caring for those who are acutely ill, and helping people with long-term rehabilitative problems live in the healthiest way possible. Nursing is both a science and an art. It has its foundation in biophysical and behavioral humanistic sciences as well in specific practice skills and techniques.
Students in the SDSU program are provided experience which enable them to acquire knowledge from the natural, social, medical, and nursing sciences; develop critical thinking and professional decision-making abilities; utilize current research in the application of the nursing process; develop leadership potential and accountability in professional practice; become aware of the emerging roles of the professional nurse and of the social forces and trends affecting health and health care systems; and to learn to balance professional and personal growth and values.
Program Overview
The
School of Nursing at SDSU offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing
with eligibility for licensure as a Registered Nurse in California and
certification as a public health nurse. The four-year undergraduate curriculum
leading to the degree requires an intensive program of study, a disciplined
commitment to professional ideals, and a genuine concern for people.
After completion of the lower division prerequisite coursework, nursing majors are admitted to a program that consists of co-requisites and courses in nursing science, client relationships, adult and child health, maternal and neonatal health, and psychosocial nursing. The senior year provides each nursing major with courses in management and community health nursing, and an elective in major health problems in the acute care or ambulatory setting.
The SDSU School of Nursing has a comprehensive Web site that provides information about applying to the School, graduate programs, the RN to BSN program, and job opportunities. Please refer to The School of Nursing Web site for up-to-date information.
The Nursing program is an impacted program. Find out more information regarding the impaction.
Student Perspective
- Melanie Rich, senior in the School of Nursing who will graduate in fall 2008
"The SDSU School of Nursing program is both demanding and exciting. Being able to apply the knowledge you learn in the classroom to a real-life situation in the hospital is amazing. While the pressure of clinicals, exams and taking care of truly sick people can be daunting and sometimes overwhelming, being able to say that you were able to connect with a patient and help them heal is one of the most rewarding things you will ever do. The program is an experience you will not find anywhere else!" - Arlene Hady, senior in the School of Nursing who plans to graduate with a BSN in May 2008
"My experience in the School of Nursing has been nothing short of inspiring. When I first entered nursing school, I had no idea there would be so many opportunities available. SDSU has opened many doors for me and provided me with the knowledge and experience I need to succeed. I have formed life-long friendships and met mentors who are always there for me when I need advice. Our faculty members are so dedicated to the program. I know I am getting a high-quality education that is more than adequately preparing me to fulfill the role of Registered Nurse in a variety of settings." - Sam Swaringen, senior in the School of Nursing who plans to graduate with a BSN in 2009
"I really could not imagine a more complete nursing program. SDSU's School of Nursing provides its students with everything they need to develop into caring, professional nurses who excel in the clinical and community settings. From faculty to fellow nursing students, everyone is so helpful and genuinely concerned with your education and success. Be sure to study hard and get involved! I am currently serving on the California Nursing Students' Association board of directors and would recommend it to any new nursing student. Getting involved is truly the best way to make contacts and develop relationships that will last forever. Most importantly, have fun and strive to be the best nurse you can be!"
Alumni Perspective
- Mark Fuller, graduate of the School of Nursing in May 2007
"I feel honored and privileged to have graduated from such a great nursing program. SDSU's School of Nursing is one of the best in the nation and has the highest pass rate for nurses on the licensure exam in Southern California. Lectures are devised to incorporate the nursing process, critical thinking, and evidence-based research, which allow the students access to the most recent and applicable information. The clinical experiences reinforce the educational material, and the instructors provide the students with the one-on-one guidance needed to develop a strong nursing basis. I was astounded by the warmth and compassion that the faculty has for their students. Although the nursing program is extremely rigorous and challenging, the faculty's open-door policy allows the student the opportunity to ask questions outside of class without the fear of being ridiculed. I have the highest regard for this program and would recommend it to those pursuing a career in nursing. I feel well-prepared for a successful and rewarding nursing career. Thank you, SDSU School of Nursing!"
Career Opportunities
Nurses are in great demand throughout the country and are needed in such settings as acute care hospitals, community health agencies, outreach programs, public schools, health maintenance organizations, and clinics which serve disadvantaged, ethnically diverse, and rural populations. Career opportunities are particularly good for bilingual and/or bicultural persons, and men.
The Bachelor's degree serves as the basic foundation and preparation for graduate study in nursing for those students who have demonstrated advanced academic capabilities.
General Catalog
You can view more complete information regarding the Nursing program in the General Catalog. All students are responsible for reading and knowing the information pertinent to their areas of study available in the General Catalog. It contains requirements for all academic majors, course descriptions, policies, and regulations governing progress at the University. Catalogs are distributed at all Academic Orientation programs. To order a catalog, call (619) 594-7535.
Contact Information
Mailing address:
School of Nursing
College of Health and Human Services
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-4158
Email: nursing@mail.sdsu.edu
Telephone: (619) 594-2540
Fax: (619) 594-2765
Office location: Hardy Tower, Room 58
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm