assessment report – 2013 -...

Assessment Report – 2013 Evidence collected in Spring, Summer & Fall 2012 Report due March 30, 2013 Directions: Please complete a form for each of the programs within your department. This form was designed to provide a format for assessment reporting and should not be used to limit the amount of information provided. Each box that is attached to each of the sections is designed to adjust to varying lengths. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Dan Bubb at x51506 or via email. ***Email form to [email protected] (Academic Assessment/UNLV)

Program Information:

Program

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Department(s)

School of Nursing (SON)

College

School of Nursing

Program Assessment Coordinator

Cheryl A. Perna MSN, RN

Report submitted by (include phone/email)

Cheryl Perna

Date Submitted

3/22/2013

1. Student Learning Outcomes for the program. List the Student Learning Outcomes for the program. Number for later reference. Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program the student will be able to:

1. Use emerging patient care technologies and information systems to support safe and effective nursing practice. 2. Integrate leadership concepts, skills, and decision making in the provision of high quality nursing care delivery in a variety of settings. 3. Apply knowledge of healthcare policy, finance and regulatory environments, including local, state, national and global healthcare

trends in nursing practice. 4. Integrate professional values, attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors into nursing practice.

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5. Demonstrate sound clinical judgment based on the current paradigm of evidence-based practice, in the planning, provision, and evaluation of patient care at the individual, group and community levels.

6. Demonstrate effective inter- and intra-professional communication and collaboration for improving patient outcomes. 7. Apply principles that enhance safety for patients and health care providers through both individual performance and system

effectiveness. 8. Use clinical prevention strategies to promote health and prevent disease across the life span at the individual and population levels.

2. Planned assessments: Methods, Instruments and Analysis. According to the Assessment Plan for this program, what were the planned assessments to be conducted during the Spring & Fall 2012 Academic Semesters? This is an assessment of Spring 12, Summer 12, and Fall 12 on all program outcomes in the new curriculum. Assessment Instrument (e.g., survey, exit exam)

Learning outcome(s) assessed (list by #)

Expected Measures (results that would indicate success)

HESI Exit Exam (various subscales)

All Average student score on subscales will be 850 (acceptable performance as defined by HESI)

Clinical Evaluations

All 100% of students will be evaluated as “performance is safe and competent” on selected clinical evaluation items.

NURS427 Capstone Projects All NURS427 Capstone Project grade distribution

BSN Exit Surveys

All All Program Outcomes will be rated with a mean of 3 or above by graduating seniors (1-4 Likert-type scale) on the Exit Survey.

NCLEX Program Reports (various subscales)

2, 5-8 Students’ NCLEX subscale scores will be above the 50% percentile as compared to other schools in Nevada.

3. Results, conclusions and discoveries. What are the results of each planned assessment listed above? Is the outcome at, above, or below what was expected? What conclusions or discoveries do you draw from the results? Describe below or attach to the form. BSN Program Outcome #1 Use emerging patient care technologies and information systems to support safe and effective nursing practice.

1. NCLEX Report

2. HESI Exit Exam AACN Curriculum Categories Info and Healthcare Technology QSEN Basic Safety Design Principles Informatics

3. N425 clinical evaluations

4. BSN exit survey

1. Graduates ranked in the 53th percentile in the Safety and Infection Control content area.

2. 100% of students scored at the

“recommended performance” level in all 3 categories.

3. 100% of students were evaluated as

"performance is safe and competent” on selected NURS 425 clinical evaluation items.

4. Outcome #1 85% of graduates

reported being “prepared” or “well prepared” in this area with a mean of 3.11

BSN Program Outcome #2 Integrate leadership concepts, skills, and decision making in the provision of high quality nursing care delivery in a variety of settings.

1. NCLEX Report

2. HESI Exit Exam Specialty Area Professional Issues AACN Curriculum Categories Ethics Manager of Care Provider of Care QSEN Safety and Quality Ethical legal Scope of practice

1. Graduates ranked in the 68th percentile in the Management of Care content area.

2. 100% of students scored at the

“recommended performance” level in all 10 categories

3. 100% of graduating students earned

either an “A” or “B” on their capstone nursing paper.

Quality Improvement Nursing Concepts Clinical Decision making Collaboration/Managing care

3. N427 Capstone Projects


5. BSN exit survey

4. 100% of students were evaluated as "performance is safe and competent” on selected NURS 425 clinical evaluation items.


reported being “prepared” or “well prepared” in this area with a mean of 3.02

BSN Program Outcome #3 Apply knowledge of healthcare policy, finance and regulatory environments, including local, state, national and global healthcare trends in nursing practice.

1. NCLEX Report

2. HESI Exit Exam AACN Curriculum Categories Healthcare System and Policy QSEN National Patient Safety Resources Nursing Concepts Safety Health Policy/Systems

3. N427 Capstone Projects


5. BSN exit survey

1. Graduates ranked in the 68th percentile in the Management of Care content area.

2. The UNLV graduates scored at the

recommended performance level in all 4 categories.

3. 100% of graduating students earned

either an “A” or “B” on their capstone nursing paper.

4. 100% of students were evaluated as

"performance is safe and competent” on selected NURS 425 clinical evaluation items.


reported being “prepared” or “well prepared” in this area with a mean of 2.88.

BSN Program Outcome #4 Integrate professional values, attitudes, knowledge,

1. NCLEX Report

1. Graduates ranked in the 68th percentile in the Management of Care

and behaviors into nursing practice.

2. HESI Exit Exam Specialty Area Professional Issues AACN Curriculum Categories Member of profession AACN Curriculum Categories 2008 Professional & Professional Values Member of profession NLN Educational Competencies Professional Identity Nursing Concepts Professional Behaviors


4. BSN exit survey

content area.

2. 100% of students scored at the “recommended performance” level in all 6 categories.

3. 100% of students will be evaluated as

“performance is safe and competent” on selected NURS 425 clinical evaluation items.



BSN Program Outcome #5: Demonstrate sound clinical judgment based on the current paradigm of evidence-based practice, in the planning, provision, and evaluation of patient care at the individual, group and community levels.

1. NCLEX Report

2. HESI Exit Exam Nursing Process Planning Implementation Evaluation AACN Curriculum Categories Illness & Disease Management Provider of Care AACN Curriculum Categories 2008 BSN Generalist Nursing Practice Clinical Prevention & Population Health QSEN Research and EBP Nursing Concepts Clinical Decision Making Nursing Interventions

1. Graduates ranked in 65th percentile in Health Promotion and Maintenance, 72nd percentile in Planning, 58th percentile in Implementation and 59th in Evaluation content areas.





reported being “prepared” or “well prepared” in this area with a mean of


4. BSN exit survey

3.13.

BSN Program Outcome #6: Demonstrate effective inter- and intra-professional communication and collaboration for improving patient outcomes.

1. NCLEX Report

2. HESI Exit Exam Client Needs Psychosocial Integrity AACN Curriculum Categories Communication AACN Curriculum Categories 2008 Interprofessional Communication QSEN Effective Communication Communication Systems/Team Functions Nursing Concepts Communication


4. BSN exit survey

1. Graduates ranked in 61st percentile in in Psychosocial Integrity.






BSN Program Outcome #7: Apply principles that enhance safety for patients and health care providers through both individual performance and system effectiveness.

1. NCLEX Report

2. HESI Exit Exam Client Needs Safe/Effective Environment Physiological Integrity AACN Curriculum Categories Critical Thinking AACN Curriculum Categories 2008 Leadership for Quality Care & Patient Safety QSEN

1. Graduates ranked in 68th percentile in in Management of Care and 53rd percentile in Safety and Infection Control.



“performance is safe and competent”

Safety and Quality Culture of Safety & Safety Monitoring National Patient Resources Nursing Concepts Safety


4. BSN exit survey

on selected NURS 425 clinical evaluation items.



BSN Program Outcome #8: Use clinical prevention strategies to promote health and prevent disease across the life span at the individual and population levels.

1. NCLEX Report

2. HESI Exit Exam Client Needs Health Promotion & Maintenance Specialty Area Community Health AACN Curriculum Categories Hlth Promo/Risk/Prvnt AACN Curriculum Categories 2008 Clinical Prevention & Population Health Nursing Concepts Health, Wellness & Illness Health Policy/Systems


4. BSN exit survey

1. Graduates ranked in 65th percentile in in Health Promotion and Maintenance.






NCLEX Report 89% of students apply for licensure in NV 5% of students apply for licensure in CA 6% of students apply for licensure in other states

Percentile Ranks compared to National Population of Graduates: (green- increase from last year, red – decrease and orange the same as last year) Management of Care: 72 Safety and Infection Control: 53

Health Promotion and Maintenance: 72 Psychosocial Integrity: 65 Basic Care and Comfort: 66 Pharm and Parental Therapies: 63 Reduction of Risk Potential: 63 Physiological Adaptation: 72

BSN Program Outcomes NCLEX Pass Rate- HESI Exit Results Spring 2012 HESI Exit Results Summer 2012 HESI Exit Results Fall 2012 Average GPA at graduation EXIT SURVEY RESPONSES: Simulation experiences meet your expectations Satisfied with the overall quality of your nursing education at UNLV Would recommend UNLV’s BSN Program

April 2011-March 2012 # of students tested 103 98% First Time Pass Rate National Mean 853 UNLV Mean 960 National Mean 846 UNLV Mean 997 National Mean 847 UNLV Mean 1004 Spring 12 - 3.18 Summer 12 - 3.33 Fall 12 - 3.29 77% were Satisfied or Very Satisfied 99% were Satisfied or Very Satisfied 91% would recommend our program

BSN Program Outcome #1. Use emerging patient care technologies and information systems to support safe and effective nursing practice. RESULTS:

A. NCLEX Results: The NCLEX Program Reports were used to compare our students to all graduates in Nevada. However, there is a lag time before NCLEX (the national nursing exam for RN licensure) results are available after students graduate. For the purposes of this report, the NCLEX Program Reports for Nursing Process is reported for the time period of April 2011 – March 2012 (the latest available report).

B. HESI Results: The HESI Exit Exam a standardized exam, given immediately prior to graduation, was selected to evaluate outcome

#1. This is a proctored exam which receives weight towards students’ final grades. Therefore, we believe results are a serious reflection of the students’ mastery of outcomes. The HESI exam performance level identifies a scoring interval that is a prediction of student NCLEX success.

HESI Scoring Interval Performance Level 900 or higher Recommended Performance 850-899 Acceptable Performance 750-849 Below Acceptable Performance 700 or less Needs Further Preparation

HESI Exit Exam – Spring, Summer and Fall 2012 (n = 115)

AACN Curriculum Categories Scores Info and Healthcare Technology 1100 QSEN Basic Safety Design Principles 988 Informatics 1078

C. Summative Results of NURS 425 Clinical Evaluations: NURS 425 is the capstone clinical course completed in the final semester of

the nursing program. We believe performance in this clinical area is an appropriate and accurate assessment of students’ mastery of outcomes related to emerging patient care technologies and information systems.

N 425 Clinical Evaluation items: % of NURS 425 students (n =115 ) evaluated as “performance is safe and competent”

Demonstrates safe and proper use of client care technologies 100% Complies with organizations regulatory requirements through electronic data monitoring systems

100%

Understands the ethical and legal issues related to the use of information technology, including copyright, privacy and confidentiality issues.

100%

D. BSN Exit Survey: The BSN Exit Survey is given to all students at the completion of coursework and provides information on

students’ perceptions of meeting program outcomes.

Use emerging patient care technologies and information systems to support safe and effective nursing practice.

N=83 Mean 3.11

Unprepared

Somewhat Prepared

Prepared Well Prepared

Jan 1, 12 to Dec 31, 12

0 14% 60% 25%

OUTCOME #1 CONCLUSIONS/DISCOVERIES:

A. NCLEX Results: UNLV graduates scored in the 53th percentile in Safety and Infection Control when compared to all graduates in Nevada.

B. HESI Results: The UNLV graduates scored at the recommended performance level in all 3 categories.

C. Clinical Evaluations: All students were evaluated as "performance is safe and competent” on selected N425 clinical evaluation items

D. BSN Exit Survey: 85% of our graduates reported they were “prepared” or “well prepared” to use emerging patient care technologies and information systems to support safe and effective nursing practice. The average mean response was 3.11 (1-4 scale).

BSN Program Outcome #2. Integrate leadership concepts, skills, and decision making in the provision of high quality nursing care delivery in a variety of settings. RESULTS:






Specialty Area Scores Professional Issues 1012 AACN Curriculum Categories Ethics 990 Manager of Care 982 Provider of Care 995 QSEN

Safety and Quality 997 Ethical legal 1080 Scope of practice 1007 Quality Improvement 991 Nursing Concepts Clinical Decision making 994 Collaboration/Managing care 973

C. NURS 427 Nursing Leadership and the Transition to Practice Capstone Paper. In the final semester of the nursing program

students write a capstone paper summarizing a project they have developed, implemented and evaluated in a clinical setting. 100% of graduating students earned either an “A” or “B” on their capstone nursing paper.

Grade Distribution of N427 capstone papers – 2012 (n =114)

# of

students

# of

students

A+ 0 B- 2 A 77 C+ 0 A- 9 C 0 B+ 17 C- 0 B 9 D 0

D. Summative Results of NURS 425 Clinical Evaluations: NURS 425 is the capstone clinical course completed in the final semester of the nursing program. We believe performance in this clinical area is an appropriate and accurate assessment of students’ mastery of outcomes related to leadership and decision making.

N 425 Clinical Evaluation items: % of NURS 425 students (n =115 ) evaluated as “performance

is safe and competent”

Demonstrates safe leadership skills and strategies 100% Demonstrates adequate teamwork skills, including effective teams, application to client care teams, conflict resolution, delegation, supervision, and collaboration

100%

Demonstrates the use of client safety principles, including safety standards, organizational safety process, and reporting processes

100%

E. BSN Exit Survey: The BSN Exit Survey is given to all students at the completion of coursework and provides information on


Integrate leadership concepts, skills, and decision making in the provision of high quality nursing care delivery in a variety of settings.

N=83 Mean 3.02

Unprepared

Somewhat Prepared


Jan 1, 12 to Dec 31, 12

1% 18% 59% 22%


A. NCLEX Results: UNLV graduates scored in the 68th percentile in the Management of Care when compared to all graduates in Nevada.


C. NURS 427 Nursing Leadership and the Transition to Practice Capstone Paper. 100% of graduating students earned either an “A”

or “B” on their capstone nursing paper.

D. Clinical Evaluations: All students were evaluated as "performance is safe and competent” on selected N425 clinical evaluation items

E. BSN Exit Survey: 81% of our graduates reported they were “prepared” or “well prepared” to integrate leadership concepts, skills, and decision making in the provision of high quality nursing care delivery in a variety of settings. The average mean response was

3.02 (1-4 scale). BSN Program Outcome #3. Apply knowledge of healthcare policy, finance and regulatory environments, including local, state, national and global healthcare trends in nursing practice. RESULTS:






AACN Curriculum Categories Scores Healthcare System and Policy 1001 QSEN National Patient Safety Resources 988 Nursing Concepts Safety 978 Health Policy/Systems 976

C. NURS 427 Nursing Leadership and the Transition to Practice Capstone Paper. In the final semester of the nursing program

students write a capstone paper summarizing a project they have developed, implemented and evaluated in a clinical setting. 100% of graduating students earned either an “A” or “B” on their capstone nursing paper.

Grade Distribution of N427 capstone papers – 2012 (n = 114)

# of

students

# of

students

A+ 0 B- 2 A 77 C+ 0 A- 9 C 0 B+ 17 C- 0 B 19 D 0

D. Summative Results of NURS 425 Clinical Evaluations: NURS 425 is the capstone clinical course completed in the final semester of

the nursing program. We believe performance in this clinical area is an appropriate and accurate assessment of students’ mastery of outcomes related to health care policy, finance and regulatory environments.

N 425 Clinical Evaluation items: % of NURS 425 students (n =115 ) evaluated as “performance is safe and competent”

Describes the role of the nurse as client advocate 100% describes a basic understanding of the nurse’s role in promoting social justice as moral, ethical and legal responsibilities

100%

Describes the licensure and regulation of nursing practice 100%

E. BSN Exit Survey: The BSN Exit Survey is given to all students at the completion of coursework and provides information on students’ perceptions of meeting program outcomes.

Apply knowledge of healthcare policy, finance and regulatory environments, including local, state, national and global healthcare trends in nursing practice.

N=83 Mean 2.88

Unprepared

Somewhat Prepared


Jan 1, 12 to Dec 31, 12

1% 30% 51% 18%




C. NURS 427 Nursing Leadership and the Transition to Practice Capstone Paper. 100% of graduating students earned either an “A” or “B” on their capstone nursing paper.

D. Clinical Evaluations: All students were evaluated as "performance is safe and competent” on selected N425 clinical evaluation items.

F. BSN Exit Survey: 69% of our graduates reported they were “prepared” or “well prepared” to apply knowledge of healthcare policy, finance and regulatory environments, including local, state, national and global healthcare trends in nursing practice. The average mean response was 2.88 (1-4 scale).

BSN Program Outcome #4. Integrate professional values, attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors into nursing practice. RESULTS:



#4. This is a proctored exam which receives weight towards students’ final grades. Therefore, we believe results are a serious reflection of the students’ mastery of outcomes related to professionalism. The HESI exam performance level identifies a scoring interval that is a prediction of student NCLEX success.



Specialty Area Scores Professional Issues 1012 AACN Curriculum Categories Member of profession 1010 Professional & Professional Values 1093 Member of profession 1010 NLN Educational Competencies Professional Identity 972 Nursing Concepts Professional Behaviors 1021


the nursing program. We believe performance in this clinical area is an appropriate and accurate assessment of students’ mastery of outcomes related to professionalism.

N 425 Clinical Evaluation items: % of NURS

425 students (n =115 ) evaluated as

“performance is safe and competent”

Understands the “Nurse Practice Act” and scope of practice of an RN

100%

Verbalizes the importance of professional codes of conduct and professional standards.

100%

Demonstrates and verbalizes the importance of professional accountability

100%

Demonstrates professionalism, including appearance, professional boundaries with patients and families and care givers

100%

Demonstrates cultural and spiritual awareness 100%

D. BSN Exit Survey: The BSN Exit Survey is given to all students at the completion of coursework and provides information on students’ perceptions of meeting program outcomes.

Integrate professional values, attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors into nursing practice.

N=83 Mean 3.55

Unprepared

Somewhat Prepared


Jan 1, 12 to Dec 31, 12

0% 5% 35% 60%




C. Clinical Evaluations: All students were evaluated as "performance is safe and competent” on selected N425 clinical evaluation items.

D. BSN Exit Survey: 95% of our graduates reported they were “prepared” or “well prepared” to integrate professional values, attitudes,

knowledge, and behaviors into nursing practice. The average mean response was 3.55 (1-4 scale). BSN Program Outcome #5. Demonstrate sound clinical judgment based on the current paradigm of evidence-based practice, in the planning, provision, and evaluation of patient care at the individual, group and community levels. RESULTS:






Nursing Process Scores Planning 983 Implementation 977 Evaluation 1053 AACN Curriculum Categories Illness & Disease Management 995 Provider of Care 995 AACN Curriculum Categories 2008

BSN Generalist Nursing Practice 992 Clinical Prevention & Population Health

988

QSEN Research and EBP 991 Nursing Concepts Clinical Decision Making 1014 Nursing Interventions 986


the nursing program. We believe performance in this clinical area is an appropriate and accurate assessment of students’ mastery of outcomes related to clinical judgment and use of evidenced based practice with individuals, groups and communities.


425 students (n =115 ) evaluated as “performance is safe and competent”

Verbalizes the principles and models of evidenced-based practice 100% Demonstrates by locating and evaluating sources of evidence 100% Recognizes safety and quality concerns and apllies evidence-based knowledge

100%



Demonstrate sound clinical judgment based on the current paradigm of evidence-based practice, in the planning, provision, and evaluation of patient care at the individual, group and community levels.

N=83 Mean 3.13

Unprepared

Somewhat Prepared


Jan 1, 12 to Dec 31, 12

0% 16% 54% 30%


A. NCLEX Results: UNLV graduates scored in the 65th percentile in Health Promotion and Maintenance, 72nd percentile in Planning, 58th percentile in Implementation and 59th in Evaluation when compared to all graduates in Nevada.



D. BSN Exit Survey: 84% of our graduates reported they were “prepared” or “well prepared” to demonstrate sound clinical judgment based on the current paradigm of evidence-based practice, in the planning, provision, and evaluation of patient care at the individual, group and community levels The average mean response was 3.13 (1-4 scale).

BSN Program Outcome #6 Demonstrate effective inter- and intra-professional communication and collaboration for improving patient outcomes. RESULTS:






Client Needs Scores Psychosocial Integrity 991 AACN Curriculum Categories Communication 970 AACN Curriculum Categories 2008

Interprofessional Communication 993 QSEN Effective Communication 977 Communication 989 Systems/Team Functions 998 Nursing Concepts Communication 978


the nursing program. We believe performance in this clinical area is an appropriate and accurate assessment of students’ mastery of outcomes related to effective inter and intra professional communication and collaboration for improving client outcomes.



Use “caring behaviors” to convey respect and acceptance of the client

100%

Establishes a trusting and respectful relationship with peers, client and the healthcare team.

100%

Establishes an open communication pattern and leadership with the client and healthcare team

100%

Utilizes the “SBAR” tool for all communications with the healthcare team

100%

Demonstrates the use of safe and effective collaboration with the healthcare team.

100%



Demonstrate effective inter- and intra-professional communication and collaboration for improving patient outcomes.

N=83 Mean 3.34

Unprepared

Somewhat Prepared


Jan 1, 12 to Dec 31, 12

0% 6% 53% 41%


A. NCLEX Results: UNLV graduates scored in the 61st percentile in Psychosocial Integrity when compared to all graduates in Nevada.




BSN Program Outcome #7 Apply principles that enhance safety for patients and health care providers through both individual performance and system effectiveness. RESULTS:






Client Needs Scores Safe/Effective Environment 962 Physiological Integrity 1009 AACN Curriculum Categories Critical Thinking 994 AACN Curriculum Categories 2008

Leadership for Quality Care & Patient Safety

994

QSEN

Safety and Quality 997 Culture of Safety & Safety Monitoring

1000

National Patient Resources 988 Nursing Concepts Safety 978


the nursing program. We believe performance in this clinical area is an appropriate and accurate assessment of students’ mastery of outcomes related to principals that enhance safety for patients and health care providers through both individual performance and system effectiveness



Implements safety principles 100% Works with others on the interprofessional healthcare team to create a safe and caring environment for care delivery

100%

Delegates and communicates care in a safe manner to non-licensed assistive personnel

100%

Promotes factors that create a culture of safety and caring 100%

D. BSN Exit Survey: The BSN Exit Survey is given to all students at the completion of coursework and provides information on students’ perceptions of meeting program outcomes.

Apply principles that enhance safety for patients and health care providers through both individual performance and system effectiveness.

N=83 Mean 3.38

Unprepared

Somewhat Prepared


Jan 1, 12 to Dec 31, 12

0% 5% 49% 46%


A. NCLEX Results: UNLV graduates scored in the 68th percentile in Management of Care and 53rd percentile in Safety and Infection Control when compared to all graduates in Nevada.




BSN Program Outcome #8 Use clinical prevention strategies to promote health and prevent disease across the life span at the individual and population levels. RESULTS:

E. NCLEX Results: The NCLEX Program Reports were used to compare our students to all graduates in Nevada. However, there is a lag time before NCLEX (the national nursing exam for RN licensure) results are available after students graduate. For the purposes of this report, the NCLEX Program Reports for Nursing Process is reported for the time period of April 2011 – March 2012 (the latest available report).

F. HESI Results: The HESI Exit Exam a standardized exam, given immediately prior to graduation, was selected to evaluate outcome




Client Needs Scores Health Promotion & Maintenance 975 Specialty Area Community Health 1009 AACN Curriculum Categories Hlth Promo/Risk/Prvnt 988 AACN Curriculum Categories 2008

Clinical Prevention & Population Health

988

Nursing Concepts Health, Wellness & Illness 1012 Health Policy/Systems 976

G. Summative Results of NURS 425 Clinical Evaluations: NURS 425 is the capstone clinical course completed in the final semester of

the nursing program. We believe performance in this clinical area is an appropriate and accurate assessment of students’ mastery of outcomes related clinical prevention strategies to promote health and disease. N 425 Clinical Evaluation items: % of NURS

425 students (n =115 ) evaluated as “performance is safe and

competent” Demonstrates the use of communication technologies in preventive care, health promotion, disease, and injury prevention

100%

Uses evidence-based practice to guide health teaching 100% Demonstrates a basic understanding of screening and immunizations with vulnerable clients

100%

H. BSN Exit Survey: The BSN Exit Survey is given to all students at the completion of coursework and provides information on


Use clinical prevention strategies to promote health and prevent disease across the life span at the individual and population levels.

N=83 Mean 3.33

Unprepared

Somewhat Prepared


Jan 1, 12 to Dec 31, 12

0% 4% 59% 37%


E. NCLEX Results: UNLV graduates scored in the 65th percentile in Health Promotion and Maintenance when compared to all graduates in Nevada.

F. HESI Results: The UNLV graduates scored at the recommended performance level in all 6 categories.

G. Clinical Evaluations: All students were evaluated as "performance is safe and competent” on selected N425 clinical evaluation items

H. BSN Exit Survey: 96% of our graduates reported they were “prepared” or “well prepared” to demonstrate sound clinical judgment based on the current paradigm of evidence-based practice, in the planning, provision, and evaluation of patient care at the individual, group and community levels The average mean response was 3.33 (1-4 scale).

4. Use of results. What program changes are indicated, and how will they be implemented? Include a description of who will review and act on the findings. If none, describe why changes are not needed. This is the first full comprehensive review of all 8 outcomes in the new curriculum which began in the Fall of 2010. Last year, the SON had very limited data, however the University Assessment Report was brought by the BSN Coordinator to Academic Affairs Council (AAC) to review the measures that were in place. AAC approved the measures and asked for additional information including average GPA upon graduation and qualitative comments made by students on the exit survey. Each semester the BSN coordinator provided a summary of trends on the exit surveys for faculty to discuss in our Faculty Organization meeting. In addition, average GPA has been added to this report. This report will once again be shared with AAC and brought to faculty through our Faculty Organization meeting. The BSN Coordinator will also meet with Academic Affairs Council to review the data from this report and suggest recommendations for improving the program where such improvements are warranted (for example, continuing to improve student’s knowledge base on health policy and systems as this was the outcome we continue to rate the lowest in- 2.88). These improvements will be presented to the faculty each spring semester for their approval, and the BSN Coordinator will work with faculty involved to implement the improvements. These improvements will then be brought back to AAC for evaluation. 5. Progress. Describe program changes that have been recommended in past reports. What progress has been made since the recommendation? As of our last report to the University, we had graduated our first class in the new curriculum and were in the process of developing a comprehensive and thorough program assessment report which has been completed. We have now been able to review data and can see that the improvements we made in the new curriculum help the success of our students. This report shows that our students are rating us well in most program outcomes with the exception of outcome #3 on healthcare policy, finance and regulatory environments. Despite their ranking on this outcome students continue to test at the recommended level on the HESI subscales related to this content area. This will be an area of focus for 2013. Overall, 98% of our students passed the NCLEX licensing exam on the first attempt, 99% report being satisfied or very satisfied with the quality of their education and 91% would recommend our program to others. This speaks to the time and energy faculty have put into their individual teaching and the program overall. In addition our students continue to excel on HESI standardized testing throughout the curriculum often scoring 100 points or more over the national mean. This year faculty will be emphasizing remediation based on testing reports to assist students in focusing on areas of weakness to improve their knowledge base and testing skills. Another strategy we have for student retention and success is our Student Success Facilitator. This new position was added in the summer of 12 to work directly with our level 1 students. This person provides one on one support and study sessions for students, facilitates our new student to student mentoring program and provides information on time management and success strategies.

This year faculty will also be working hard to incorporate QSEN competencies into the curriculum. The progress for this has started already. The BSN Coordinator worked with AAC to match QSEN competencies to our program outcomes. A table has been created for faculty to include in each course syllabus. Faculty has been asked to have these competencies in their course syllabus starting Summer 13. In addition, a faculty development session was held on March 18, 2013 to educate faculty on the QSEN competencies and provide direction as to how to incorporate them into their course/s. Simulation continues to be an important aspect of our program. The SON has been active in scenario writing and using standardized patients to enhance learning. This year the focus will be on using simulation at every level and in most courses, enhancing our scenarios and debriefing and to continue collecting data and get our research published. On our exit surveys, 77% of students reported being satisfied or very satisfied with simulation. However, their comments reflected that they wanted more time in simulation. Top Priorities for 2013: To successfully complete our CCNE accreditation Continue to enhance student retention Integrate QSEN Competencies into the curriculum Enhance the use of simulation throughout the program

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