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:
- Utilize research and evidence-based models that will enhance the practice of school nursing in the community and school health office.
- 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.
- Evaluate the impact of the social determinants of health on students to enhance quality health outcomes and academic success.
- 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.
- Utilize population health theory to sustain a healthy school community.
- Participate in process of health policy development and build a culture of health for continued quality improvement of schools and communities.
- 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
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Robin Cogan, MEd, RN, NCSN
- Clinical Coordinator, School Nurse Program
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Joy Atkins, MEd, RN, CSN-NJ
- Part-Time Lecturer, School Nurse Program
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Kathleen McCutcheon, MSN, RN, NCSN
- Part-Time Lecturer, School Nurse Program
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Lynn Owen, MPA, BS, RN, CSN-NJ
- Part-Time Lecturer, School Nurse Program
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