Welcome to the Newman Division of Nursing web site!
You are encouraged to explore this site to find out about Emporia State University's Newman Division of Nursing.
Introduction
Emporia State University, Newman Division of Nursing (ESU NDN) offers
a four year baccalaureate nursing program requiring 128 credit hours to
earn the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. The nursing curriculum
requires three years for completion once admitted into the major. Students
generally apply for admission to the nursing program at the sophomore
level. The program, offered by Emporia State University in cooperation
with Emporia's Newman Regional Health, has education tracks for not only
generic and registered nurse students but also licensed practical nurses.
Graduates of ESU/NDN are eligible to take the national licensure examination
for registered nursing (NCLEX-RN).
A maximum of 44 generic students and 10 licensed nurses may be admitted to the nursing major each year in the fall semester.
Why nursing at ESU?
- Smaller classes taught by caring faculty
- Scholarships and financial aid opportunities available
- Clinical experiences emphasized
- Conveniently located close to computer labs, nursing library, clinical sites and parking
- Opportunity to gain clinical experience in rural and urban settings
- Articulation programs available for LPNs and RNs
Mission
The Mission of the Newman Division of Nursing is to offer a quality baccalaureate
nursing program that prepares graduates to function
as professional nurses with caring behaviors, leadership abilities,
and professional values. The program in its entirety will provide a solid
educational foundation for life-long learning.
FAQs
Accreditation
The nursing program is accredited by the Kansas Board of Regents and the
Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN). The program also is accredited by
the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
First Time Pass
Rates for National Licensure Examination
Traditionally the pass rate for students taking the national licensure
examination for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN) has been at or above the
national and state mean for the percent of students passing the NCLEX-RN
on the first attempt.
Employment
All graduates of the nursing program seeking employment in the nursing
profession have been able to secure positions in the profession.
Graduate and
Employer Satisfaction
At 6 months and 5 years, graduates report being satisfied or highly satisfied
with the nursing program offered at Emporia State University. Employers
are satisfied with the graduates' performances by indicating they would
likely again hire graduates from our nursing program.
Student and
Graduate Accomplishments
ESU nursing students and graduates have distinguished themselves in many
ways.
- Accepted into competitive undergraduate and graduate internships
- Involved in advanced educational programs or practice (nurse practitioner, nurse anesthetist, nurse midwife, clinical nurse specialist, nurse educator, nurse administrator)
- Participated in state and national conventions
- Represented Kansas at an international conference in Brazil through the Helene Fuld Fellowship
- Involved with ESU activities, such as athletics, student government, the Ambassador program and Xi Phi honorary leadership program
Last Updated February 8, 2008