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School Nurse Specialty Program

Rutgers School of Nursing–Camden School Nurse Specialty Program

The Rutgers School of Nursing–Camden School Nurse Specialty Program prepares registered nurses to fill the important role of a school nurse in K-12 educational institutions across New Jersey, to advance the academic success of their students, and to contribute to the well-being of families and communities. Our graduate program offers a school nurse certificate alone or as a pathway toward the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialty in school nursing. A second MSN track is offered for post-baccalaureate certified school nurses. 

The MSN Program prepares the graduate to:

  1. Utilize research and evidence-based models that will enhance the practice of school nursing in the community and school health office.
  2. Develop their role as school nurses with a commitment to holistic evidence-based care that meets the needs of students, faculty, and the community, aligning with the RSNC’s core values of social justice, respect, rigor, and resilience.
  3. Evaluate the impact of the social determinants of health on students to enhance quality health outcomes and academic success.
  4. Integrate nursing knowledge, ethical principles and evidence-based practice in school nursing that reflects the pursuit of knowledge, cultural competence, and the holistic care of the student.
  5. Utilize population health theory to sustain a healthy school community.
  6. Participate in process of health policy development and build a culture of health for continued quality improvement of schools and communities.
  7. Engage in lifelong learning and professional development to enhance competencies in leadership school nursing practice.

Virtual information sessions are held the third Wednesday of each month. Learn more about the program and attend an info session!

 


School Nurse Program Faculty

Tracey Nagle DNP, APN, FNP-BC, CSN

  • Assistant Teaching Professor
  • Director of the School Nurse Program
  • Link to Bio Page

Robin Cogan, MEd, RN, NCSN

  • Clinical Coordinator, School Nurse Program
  • Link to Bio Page

Joy Atkins, MEd, RN, CSN-NJ

  • Part-Time Lecturer, School Nurse Program
  • Link to Bio Page

Kathleen McCutcheon, MSN, RN, NCSN

  • Part-Time Lecturer, School Nurse Program
  • Link to Bio Page

Lynn Owen, MPA, BS, RN, CSN-NJ

  • Part-Time Lecturer, School Nurse Program
  • Link to Bio Page

Admissions Information

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Application Deadline

Spring Admit: December 15

Program Begins

Next start Spring 2023

Information Sessions

2/8 @ 5 PM

3/22 @ 5 PM

4/26 @ 5 PM

Questions?

(856) 225-6718
gradsnc@camden.rutgers.edu

Healthy students are better learners, and school nurses work with community partners to promote family-centered collaborative care. In combination with clinical practicum hours, students enrolled in our certificate program learn the skills and theory to keep children healthy, fit, and ready to learn. The foundation of our School Nurse Specialty Program builds on the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) Framework for 21st Century School Nursing Practice. Graduates of our program understand population health principles and trauma-informed care as an integral part of their school nurse role and responsibilities. Students have the option of a graduate-level certificate program alone, or as a seamless pathway toward an MSN with a school nurse specialty. We also offer an MSN for students who already have a post-baccalaureate school nurse certificate.

School Nurse Tracks

School Nurse Certificate Program

Coursework:

  • Improving Population Health
  • Advanced Health Assessment
  • School Nurses as Population Health Leaders
  • Trends and Issues in Health Education
  • Care Coordination in the School Health Office
  • School Nurse and Health Education Practicum (135 clinical hours)
  • 21st Century School Nursing Seminar

This track is an accelerated program designed for nurses to complete their School Nurse Certificate coursework in two semesters. Students who complete this program are eligible to apply for their New Jersey School Nurse Certificate with the option of completing their MSN at a later time.

Master of Science in Nursing, School Nurse Specialty - Two Tracks
  1. MSN School Nurse Certification Track
    • Sample Coursework:
      • Same coursework as the School Nurse Certificate Track, plus:
        • Evidence-Based Prevention, Promotion & Practice
        • Advanced Pathophysiology
        • Advanced Pharmacology 
    • ​Plan of Study: MSN - School Nurse Certification
  2. ​​​MSN Post BSN - Certified School Nurse Track 
    • Plan of Study: MSN Post BSN - Certified School Nurse Track

PLEASE NOTE: THESE PLANS OF STUDY ARE VALID UNTIL MAY 2022

Questions?

Let us show you how our School Nurse Specialty Program can fit your academic plans and career goals. Please call (856) 225-2318, or email gradsnc@camden.rutgers.edu.

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