MSN Systematic Evaluation Plan Systematic Evaluation Plan for Standard One I. Mission and Administrative Capacity: The nursing educational unit’s mission reflects the governing organization’s core values and is congruent with its strategic goals and objectives. The governing organization and program have administrative capacity resulting in effective delivery of the nursing program and achievement of identified outcomes. Component Documentation Found Person Responsible Method of Assessment Frequency Expected Level of Achievement Results of data collection and analysis. Level of Achievement Actions for program development, maintenance, or revision. 1.1 The mission/philosophy and outcomes of the nursing education unit are congruent with those of the governing organization. 1. IU East Bulletin 2. IU East Website 3. Graduate committee minutes 4. Comparison of mission statement for IU East and Nursing All faculty Dean of Nursing Comparison table of mission and goals Each semester 100% A comparison of mission and vision statements revealed congruency between the governing organization and the school of nursing. 100% Achieved. 2/10/14- Faculty reviewed the IU East campus mission, vision and diversity statements. Discussion then ensued regarding alignment with the IU East School of Nursing mission and vision. The school of No deficiencies found. 2/10/14- Faculty agreed and noted that while the mission and vision for the school of nursing is broad, it still aligns well with the campus mission and vision.
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MSN Systematic Evaluation Plan Systematic Evaluation Plan for Standard One I. Mission and Administrative Capacity: The nursing educational unit’s mission reflects the governing organization’s core values and is congruent with its strategic goals and objectives. The governing organization and program have administrative capacity resulting in effective delivery of the nursing program and achievement of identified outcomes.
Component Documentation Found
Person Responsible
Method of Assessment
Frequency Expected Level of
Achievement
Results of data collection and analysis. Level of Achievement
Actions for program development,
maintenance, or revision.
1.1 The mission/philosophy and outcomes of the nursing education unit are congruent with those of the governing organization.
1. IU East Bulletin 2. IU East Website 3. Graduate committee minutes 4. Comparison of mission statement for IU East and Nursing
All faculty Dean of Nursing
Comparison table of mission and goals
Each semester
100% A comparison of mission and vision statements revealed congruency between the governing organization and the school of nursing. 100% Achieved. 2/10/14- Faculty reviewed the IU East campus mission, vision and diversity statements. Discussion then ensued regarding alignment with the IU East School of Nursing mission and vision. The school of
No deficiencies found. 2/10/14- Faculty agreed and noted that while the mission and vision for the school of nursing is broad, it still aligns well with the campus mission and vision.
nursing mission and vision reads: The vision of the School of Nursing is to promote the optimal levels of health, wellness, and quality of life for citizens and communities of east central Indiana and beyond. The mission of the school is to create a community of learning that addresses society’s need for knowledgeable, competent and caring nursing professionals, while nurturing students, faculty and staff.
100% Fall 2014. Faculty reviewed the IU East campus mission, vision and diversity statements. Discussion then
Faculty agreed vision and mission are aligned and congruent with program.
ensued regarding alignment with the IU East School of Nursing mission and vision. The school of nursing mission and vision reads: The vision of the School of Nursing is to promote the optimal levels of health, wellness, and quality of life for citizens and communities of east central Indiana and beyond. The mission of the school is to create a community of learning that addresses society’s need for knowledgeable, competent and caring nursing professionals, while nurturing students, faculty and staff.
1.2 The governing 1. Graduate Dean of Faculty review Annually 100% Faculty Agenda item for fall
organization and nursing education unit ensure representation of students, faculty, and administrators in ongoing governance activities.
committee minutes 2. Student Affairs committee minutes 3. Faculty annual reports/CV 4. Faculty senate minutes 5. IU East Nursing annual report 6. IU East committee minutes
Nursing Associate Dean Faculty
Annual reports Membership on campus, IU School of Nursing, committees Attendance at meetings
scholarship and involvement found relative to faculty involvement on multiple governing bodies, both professional practice and academia. 100% achieved. Lack student involvement at the graduate level.
2014 faculty workday to enhance graduate student involvement in governance activities.
Fall 2014- MSN student invited and encouraged to attend student affairs.
Spring 2015- MSN students not active with student affairs, do not desire participation. Graduate faculty will brainstorm different and more innovative initiatives for MSN participation.
1.3 Communities of interest have input into program processes and decision making
Attendance at meetings Employer and exit survey results Communication with agency personnel Communication with practicum preceptors
Each semester
100% Clinical contracts current. Dean provides updates and program information to Deans council and Advisory Board. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies noted.
100% Spring 2015- School of Nursing advisory committee updated: MSN program: New class of Fall 2016 (10) and Spring 2017 (12) = 22 (12 FNP, 5 Administration and 5 Education). Class of Spring 2016= 4 (Education) Class of Spring 2015= 4 (Administration) Total MSN = 30 Receiving emails/calls daily for FNP program, already have applications for all concentrations. New FNP director is Amber Essman, Certified FNP, CNE and will graduate with DNP this
No deficiencies noted.
summer/fall. Working diligently on preceptor sites for FNP students. London Leadership Experience for MSN graduate students elective and open to RN-to-BSN onsite and through the consortium. Details are still being worked out with the proposal, will be offered as J595 for Fall of 2015. MSN Program Learning Outcomes were revised (moved from 8 to 9) and are now aligned with the rest of the IU sister-campus MSN programs. New schedule of one day per month is attracting new students and enabling us to compete. Beginning the
planning stages/phases for a Clinical Nurse Leader concentration, 18 month program endorsed by the AACN, leads to CNL certification. Ideal for life-long learning for the new nurse ready for the next step of advanced education.
1.4 Partnerships exist that promote excellence in nursing education, enhance the profession, and benefit the community.
1. Clinical contracts 2. IU East-Reid-Simulation Center Plan 4.Graduate committee minutes 5. Service, scholarship and service learning documentation 6. Faculty Vitaes 7. Advisory Board minutes 8. School of Nursing website
Dean and Faculty Contracts Specialist Data Specialist
Review of annual reports Yearly contract updates Review of collaborative work plans Membership on task force and committees
Annually and Each semester as needed.
100% All clinical contracts remain current to date. Graduate committee membership remains the same as previous year. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies found.
1.5 The nursing 1. Dean of Executive Document review Initially at 100% CV and annual No deficiencies found.
education unit is administered by a doctorally prepared nurse who has authority and responsibility over the unit and advocates for equity between the unit and other institutional units.
school’s CV 2. Dean of school’s transcripts 3.RCM responsibilities 4.Dean’s job description 5.Budget 6.Graduate committee minutes
Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs
of Dean’s CV and annual report
appointment and annually
review notes Dean remains academically and experientially qualified. 100% achieved.
1.6 Nursing program coordinators and lead faculty for program tracks are academically qualified, meet national guideline criteria, and have authority and responsibility over the program/track.
1. Associate Dean’s CV 2.Faculty CV’s 3. IU East Nursing’s Annual Report 3. Organizational chart 4. ISBN qualifications 5. Position description for Associate Dean 6. Associate Dean’s Evaluation
Dean of Nursing Associate Dean
Document review
Each semester
100% CV and annual review notes Associate Dean and faculty remains academically and experientially qualified. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies found.
1.7 Policies of the nursing education unit are comprehensive, provide for the welfare of faculty and staff, and are consistent with
1. IU Academic Handbook 2. Personnel policies for appointed staff 3. Graduate committee minutes
Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Dean of Nursing
Policy review
Each semester
100% unless safety issues are of concern, i.e. allergies to required immunizations.
New SON policy for mandatory flu vaccine inserted into handbook. No other changes noted. 86% faculty
Updates to be approved at fall workday.
those of the governing organization; differences are justified by the goals and outcomes of the nursing education unit.
4. Nursing Faculty Handbook 5.Student Handbook
Faculty Staff
immunized with flu vaccine, one has documented allergy. 10/7/13- Need identified for policy regarding MSN policy manual review schedule 2/25/14- Faculty policy review. 4/28/14- Governance and administration policy review.
11/11/13- Graduate committee approved a new MSN policy regarding policy review schedule. 2/25/14- Reviewed and approved with no changes: CV for faculty; Credentials; Faculty training in Universal Precautions. Approved changes to: Faculty Orientation; Faculty Immunizations; Faculty development fund allocations. Approved to delete: Fall/Spring beginning dates. After discussion faculty agreed to delete. 4/28/14- Committee reviewed and approved noted changes to Maintaining graduate syllabi policy.
Remaining policies were reviewed with no changes needed. Policies with changes and reviewed date will uploaded to electronic Policy Manual for Master’s program via Oncourse Nurse Faculty site.
1.8 Records reflect that program complaints and grievances receive due process and include evidence of resolution.
1. IU Academic Handbook 2. Grievance files 3. AAA minutes 4. Student Code of Conduct, Rights & Responsibilities
Dean of Nursing
Document review Each semester
100% No complaints or grievances to date. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies found.
1.9 Distance education, as defined by the nursing education unit, is congruent with the mission of the governing organization and the mission/philosophy of the nursing education unit.
1. Graduate committee minutes 2. IU statements 3. IU East mission 4. IU East SON mission
Dean of Nursing Associate Dean Faculty
Document review Each semester
100% Current. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies found.
Systematic Evaluation Plan for Standard Two
II. Faculty and Staff: Qualified faculty and staff provide leadership and support necessary to attain the goals and outcomes of the nursing education unit.
Component Documentation Found
Person Responsible
Method of Assessment
Frequency Expected Level of Achievement
Results of data collection and analysis. Level
of Achievement
Action
2.1 Faculty are academically and experientially qualified: the majority of faculty hold earned doctorates.
100% qualified with masters degree; licensed in state of Indiana; at least 50% doctorally prepared
All faculty and practicum preceptors are experientially and academically credentialed as evidenced by CV’s. 67% full time faculty hold doctorates, 100% adjunct.
No deficiencies found.
2.2 Faculty credentials reflect appropriate advanced practice certifications and expertise in their area(s) of teaching.
100% hold certification relevant to area of teaching and/or have a minimum of 3 years teaching experience in higher education.
Faculty consists of four CNE’s one ANP-BC, and one NE-BC for administration. Current faculty each have over 8 years teaching experience.
No deficiencies found.
100% achieved.
100% of FNP faculty/committee members hold credentials and certifications relevant to the courses they will be teaching.
October 2015- Tonya reported the current APN’s sitting on the FNP committee: C. Bow, ANP J. Bow, ANP M. Williamson, CNM A. Essman, FNP R. Rader, FNP F. Kirkendall, FNP P. Watkins, FNP L. Hobson, FNP Amber Essman, MSN, CNP, FNP-BC, CNE will begin director duties January of 2015.
No deficiencies found.
2.3 The number and
1. Faculty assignments
Dean of Nursing
Document review
Each semester
100% All summer and fall 2013
No deficiencies found.
utilization of faculty (full-and part-time) ensure that program outcomes are achieved.
courses assigned to current faculty. Workloads appropriate. 100% achieved. Spring 2014 courses assigned to current faculty. Workloads appropriate. 100% achieved.
2.4 Faculty (full-and part-time) performance reflects scholarship and evidenced-based practice.
1. Faculty CVs 2. Faculty annual reports 3. IU East Nursing annual report 4. Personnel files 5. List of faculty publications and presentations 6. Exemplars by rank.
Dean of Nursing
Document review
Annually and Each semester
100% Three full-time faculty completed their doctorates in the past two years, one DNP was hired with two faculty projected to complete their DNP and PhD in spring of 2014. 22 poster/podium presentations in the past year. Two faculty inducted into
No deficiencies found.
FACET in the past year. 100% achieved.
2.5 The number, utilization, and credentials of non-nurse faculty and staff are sufficient to achieve the program goals and outcomes.
1. Personnel files 2. Job descriptions for the data specialist, CHP director & staff, administrative specialist/contracts manager 3. Resumes/vitas
Dean of Nursing
Document review
Each semester
100% Currently no non-nurse faculty in the school of nursing. Staff hold appropriate credentials toward their roles. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies found.
2.6 Systematic assessment of faculty (full-and part-time) performance demonstrates competencies that are consistent with program goals and outcomes.
1. Annual reviews 2. Personnel files 3. Peer and administrative review 4. Student evaluations 5. Student evaluation forms for faculty, courses, and practicums. 6. Copy of annual review form 7. Exemplars by rank
Dean of Nursing
Document review Peer and administrative review
Annually and Each semester as needed
100% 100% 2013 annual reviews completed and minimum competencies, goals and outcomes were demonstrated.
No deficiencies found.
2.7 Non-nurse faculty and staff performance is regularly reviewed in
100% 100% 2013 annual reviews completed with minimum competency and outcomes
No deficiencies found.
accordance with the policies of the governing organization.
met.
2.8 Faculty (full-time and part-time) engage in ongoing development and receive support in distance education modalities including instructional methods and evaluation.
1.CTL development offerings 2.Faculty participation in development opportunities 3. Faculty annual reports
Dean of Nursing
Document review Annually 100% 100% of updated CV’s noted continued faculty development. 11/11/13- Tonya asked faculty what time line, dates/times would they be interested in a faculty development on SPSS. Dean Clark recommended making a part of the NFC January workday since Tonya wanted to open it to all faculty. Tonya asked for suggestions on someone to bring in for the workday. Curtis recommended
No deficiencies found. 1/9/14- Dr. Rebecca Ellis from IUPUI gave a SPSS review to faculty on the NFC workday, January 9th;
Faculty perceived the presentation to be worthy and felt it was a good review. Dr. Ellis appeared very knowledgeable and offered her assistance to faculty with future needs. Faculty also noted that more faculty should take advantage of IU Box with their work and ease of sharing documents with other IU faculty.
Laura Sands from Purdue, Paula suggested talking to Sharon Stoten for some additional names and ideas.
Systematic Evaluation Plan for Standard Three III. Students: Student policies, development, and services support the goals and outcomes of the nursing education unit.
Component Documentation Found
Person Responsible
Method of Assessment
Frequency Expected Level of
Achievement
Results of data collection and
analysis. Level of Achievement
Action
3.1 Student policies of the nursing education unit are congruent with those of the governing organization, publicly accessible, non-discriminatory, and consistently applied; differences are justified by the goals and outcomes of the nursing education unit
1. IU East catalog 2. IU East website 3. IU East Nursing website 4. Student handbook 5. IU Student Rights and Responsibilities 6. Graduate Committee minutes 7. Student policies
Dean of Nursing Associate dean Faculty Data Specialist
Document and website review
Three years and each semester as needed
100% IUE Nursing website updated with ACEN candidacy status. Student and faculty policies last reviewed 2011, next scheduled review for fall retreat, 2014. 100% achievement. 4/1/14- ACEN Accreditation received.
No deficiencies found. Next policy review 2014, or as needed. 4/1/14- Website changed to reflect current accreditation status.
100% November -2015- Faculty reviewed The Memo of Understanding for MSN students was
November, 2015- MSN Memo of Understanding approved. MSN students will sign each spring semester.
reviewed. Question arose regarding students submitting immunization and annual requirements to Data processor even after adoption of web-based service. Tonya advised leaving as is until the pilot is completed.
November, 2015- Tonya shared the spring cohort of FNP and current education and administration students who have been accepted, who has declined admission and who was declined admission. Discussion ensued regarding students who had a GPA below the minimum but have grown to be exceptional practitioners in nursing. Questions arose
December, 2015- Students will not be permitted to take MSN courses unless admitted to an MSN concentration. Faculty in agreement.
if it would be possible for potential FNP applicants to take core MSN courses to “prove” their ability for graduate work. Additional discussion arose around the possibility of applicant interviews, at least for FNP. Tonya shared that IUSB shared their admission process, they integrated interviews last year for the exact same reasons and concerns. Faculty agreed that the online informatics course and the nursing theory course would be two courses that students could more than likely transfer to other programs if admission was still not feasible at IUE. Tonya
wants to discuss further with Dean Clark and the new FNP director, Amber Essman.
100% February 2015- Tonya reviewed suggested changes/revisions from committee last month. Revised MSN student handbook approved. See website and MSN information site for approved handbook.
February 2015- Revised MSN student handbook approved, see attached. Tonya will forward to A. Mackey for website upload and communicate to MSN students via Canvas MSN information site.
3.2 Student services are commensurate with the needs of students pursuing or completing the master’s program, including those receiving instruction using alternative methods of delivery.
1. IU East catalog 2. IU East website 3. Student handbook 4. Student Support Services and Tutorial Services materials 5. Graduate committee minutes 6. Syllabus template 8. IT website 9. CHP website and materials
Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Dean of Nursing Associate Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs/Dean of Students Associate Dean Faculty Director of IT
Document and website review
Each semester
100% Multiple student services noted: student support services; student assistant for technology needs via the center for teaching and learning; center for health promotion; writing center, and math tutoring for stats. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies found.
10. Financial aid website
3.3 Student educational and financial records are in compliance with the policies of the governing organization and state and federal guidelines.
1. IU East policy on student records 2. FERPA policy and training 3. Nursing policy on student records 4. Graduate committee minutes 6. Database of student records 7. IU East policy on financial records
Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Dean of Nursing Registrar Data Specialist Administrative Specialist Director of Financial Aid Associate dean Faculty
Document and website review
Each semester
100% compliant.
100% of graduate student files are located in associate deans office, locked cabinet. 100% of students have annual mandatory immunization, CPR, and criminal background checks on file.
No deficiencies found.
3.4 Compliance with the Higher Education Reauthorization Act Title IV eligibility and certification requirement is maintained.
1. Financial aid materials 2. Financial aid website 3. Institutional policy regarding Title IV 4. Loan default rates
Director of Financial Aid
Document review
Annually
100% New certificate reauthorized in 2012. 2-year IU East campus default rates as of 2010 11.4% and three year as of 2009 14.4%. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies found.
3.5 Integrity and consistency exist for all information
1. IU East bulletin 2. IU East website
Dean of Nursing Associate Dean
Document review
Biennially and Each semester as needed
100% ACEN candidacy status on nursing web-site. Notice of upcoming
Associate dean to send out appropriate site visit notifications through campus and community
intended to inform the public, including the program’s accreditation status and ACEN contact information.
3. Posting of certification for NLNAC 4. Program brochures 5. Student handbook 6. Pre-nursing handbook
ACEN site visit will be advertised and communicated as appropriate. 100% achieved. 4/1/14- Website accreditation status and student information current.
avenues. 4/1/14- No deficiencies noted.
3.6 Changes in policies, procedures, and program information are clearly and consistently communicated to students in a timely manner.
Dean of Nursing Associate Dean Faculty Data Specialist Administrative Specialist
Document and website review
Each semester 100% No changes to date. 8/29/13- Needed revisions for the 2013-2014 hand book presented to faculty. Sent to students and posted on the website and MSN information site. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies found. 8/29/13- The following changes were approved: -Areas of spelling and grammar will be changed. -Course sequencing will read the last two courses have to be taken last semester. -Required immunizations now includes flu, the student policy was discussed regarding exceptions. -Communication to students will occur through the courses, MSN information site, home address, and student email.
3.7 Orientation to technology is provided and technological
1. IT website 2. IT materials 3. Graduate committee
Dean of Nursing Associate Dean
Document review
MSN orientation and each semester as needed
100% Orientation provided to new cohort of students first day
No deficiencies found.
support is available to students, including those receiving instruction using alternative methods of delivery.
minutes 4. Oncourse materials
Faculty Director of IT Library
of first class. Availability of Oncourse tutoring communicated. 100% achieved. 4/28/14- Tonya reviewed changes to the MSN orientation presentation. Suggestions included changing “flu” to “influenza”, noting flexible schedule dates/times, add slide discussing aim and importance of professional certifications, add slide on writing across the curriculum, and memo of understanding.
4/28/14- Tonya will make the necessary changes and implement with the new summer 2014 cohort.
3.8 Information related to technology requirements and policies specific to distance education is clear, accurate, consistent, and accessible.
Dean of Nursing Associate Dean Faculty Director of IT Library
Document review Each semester 100% Minimal technology requirements located in student MSN handbook as well as discussed at new student orientation. IT policies noted on IT website.
No deficiencies found.
100% achieved.
Systematic Evaluation Plan for Standard Four IV. Curriculum: The curriculum prepares students to achieve the outcomes of the nursing education unit, including safe practice in contemporary health care environments.
Component Documentation Found
Person Responsibl
e
Method of Assessmen
t
Frequency Expected Level of
Achievement
Results of data collection and analysis. Level of
Achievement
Action
4.1 Program outcomes are congruent with established professional standards, curriculum guidelines, and advanced nursing practice competencies as applicable.
1. AACN Essentials for Masters Education 2. Curriculum outline, outcomes, and competencies 3. Curriculum revision materials 4. Graduate committee minutes
Faculty Dean of Nursing Associate Dean
Document review
Each semester
100% Course mapping was reviewed in spring of 2013. Faculty identified missing course objectives and revisions were made. 100% achieved. 2/25/14- Revised course map template with addition of QSEN competencies was approved. Faculty were reminded that beginning spring 2014 course maps need to come to committee with the revised template. QSEN competencies are to be highlighted that are relevant to the course objective. 3/10/14- Graduate committee members discussed proposed FNP curriculum and proposal. Committee members agreed with curriculum. A suggestion to enhance ‘meeting the needs of the student population’ by explaining the increased need for FNP’s utilized in primary care as a result of the
Data used for course revision. See information in next action column. 2/25/14- Revised course map template approved. 3/10/14- FNP proposal was approved as amended and will move to NFC on March 11, 2014. 3/11/14- FNP proposal approved by NFC.
Affordable Healthcare Act will be added. The addition will include: The recent passage of the Affordable Healthcare Act (ACA) has several provisions that will enhance healthcare access and increase the demand for advanced practice registered nurses (APRN), which includes the family nurse practitioner for primary care (American Academy of Nursing, 2010).
4/1/14- FNP proposal approved by IU East Faculty Senate. 5/14- FNP proposal approved by IU Academic Leadership. 6/14- FNP proposal approved by IU Trustees.
October 2014- Tonya referred faculty to the attachment that compared the old MSN program learning outcomes with the proposed new MSN program learning outcomes. The changes are minor and include an addition of one more learning outcome, this change is necessitated to allow each graduate program from IU campuses to have the same MSN program learning outcomes. This will also facilitate moving forward with the potential MSN graduate consortium. Faculty compared and contrasted MSN program learning outcomes and discussion ensued.
October/2015- 100% faculty voted to approved revised MSN learning outcomes. Effective Fall of 2015.
4.2 The curriculum is developed by the faculty and
1. Curriculum framework, outcomes, and competencies
Faculty Dean of Nursing Associate
Document review
Each semester
100% Faculty spent two workday meetings in spring of 2013 to better align course activities and program learning as well
NURS L574- Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes
and appropriate evaluation methods identified. Committee asked that the course objective numbers be identified. NURS N504- faculty asked for “peer review” clarification. This is relevant to student presentations. Clarification was asked for evaluation of MSN outcome #8. Revised map will utilize a forum discussion/one minute paper. NURS T679- - Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes and appropriate evaluation methods identified. NURS L579- - Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes and appropriate evaluation methods identified. Faculty asked for course objective numbers to be identified.
NURS R505- Faculty asked that course objective #2 (appropriate sampling) be added to MSN program outcome #2 (ethical-legal). - Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes and appropriate evaluation methods identified. Y510/Y520- Current map for Y510 discussed, nice detail on activities noted. - Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes and appropriate evaluation methods identified. 8/29/13- NURS L671- Committee asked for several areas of clarification, after review and discussion it was decided to move the course learning objectives and instructional activities in MSN program learning outcomes #7 and 8 to #5 (Frame problems,
design interventions, specify outcomes, and maintain quality while balancing human, fiscal, and material resources). Committee concurred that those course objectives and instructional activities were a better fit in #5. NURS R505- After review committee agreed that the course objective and instructional activity under MSN program outcome #1 was a better fit under MSN program outcome #3- Synthesize knowledge from nursing, biological, behavioral, social-administrative, educational, and communication science for application to area of specialty. Committee also suggested that course objective #5- conduct appropriate data analyses be under MSN outcome #2- Function within an ethical-legal
10/7/13- Spring 2014 course identified for course mapping review.
framework as well as #5 (Frame problems, design interventions, specify outcomes, and maintain quality while balancing human, fiscal, and material resources). Committee noted that MSN program outcome #6- Use information technology and knowledge-based resources to inform practice was missing. After discussion it was agreed that course learning objective #1 (Summarize data through the appropriate use of tables, graphs, and descriptive statistics) and #3 (Synthesize knowledge from nursing, biological, behavioral, social-administrative, educational, and communication sciences for application to area of specialty) have appropriate instructional activities for outcome 6.
NURS T619- Course map sent to Graduate Committee for review/approval of revisions Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes and appropriate evaluation methods identified. Committee agreed with more detailed instructional activities. 8/29/13- Future courses will be changed with the registrar’s office. 10/7/13- T615-
Curriculum- K. DeSantis presented the course map for T615; the only revision she shared was the addition of peer review of class discussion and in-class presentation. Approved by committee.
R590- Nursing
Study/Scholarly
10/7/13- Tonya asked for discussion regarding the need for a course syllabus as well as a course map. Questioned if there could one document to provide both? After discussion committee concurred that this would be confusing to students. The suggested format for our syllabus from the candidacy review will be integrated into current and future syllabi. This changed format will consist of aligning the IUE Graduate Principles, MSN Program Learning Outcomes, and Course Learning Objectives in a table, versus the current “listing” that most of the syllabi were utilizing. Tonya shared an example from the R590 course.
Project- Faculty discussed difficulty of timeline for completion of student studies or projects. Discussion referred to NURS R500 (Research) course. Otherwise, R590 was approved as presented. It was noted that this semester is the first semester to run this course, so feedback will be elicited for changes at the end of this semester. Approved by committee.
R500- Research- K.
Clark will be teaching this course spring 2014. Ideas were expressed by Clark and she will resubmit the course map to committee in December for final approval. Committee discussed
2/10/14- Faculty reviewed the
importance of the R590 project beginning in research for a more timely completion.
J595- Administration online elective- Paula discussed this new online elective related to innovative practice for the nurse leader. This elective is appropriate for both administration and education students. After review, faculty approved. 10/7/13- Faculty will make revisions to current and future syllabi. The current course map and syllabus will remain as two separate documents. Tonya will upload the new syllabus template to Oncourse: Nurse Faculty Site>Graduate Program>Curriculum 2/10/24- Faculty
education track program and course mapping grids. Faculty discussed the best way to align the QSEN areas and decided at the course mapping level would be the clearest route. The Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes competencies were reviewed and faculty agreed these would thread through each course/course map differently, dependent upon the course. 2/10/14- Tonya and Paula shared their thoughts regarding the practicum hours that committee agreed upon with program initiation. Here are the suggestions for each: Education: a. 5 hours in-class didactic> change to 2- 50” lectures b. 50 hours clinical teaching and/or staff development teaching> remain the same c. 5 hours faculty/committee meetings> change to one NFC/Faculty senate meeting and One committee/task force meeting. d. 40 hours prep time, grading, evaluation, preceptor
came to consensus and agreed that the QSEN areas would be integrated via another column between the MSN program learning outcomes and the course learning objectives. Faculty will then highlight which QSEN areas are relevant. The competencies will be evident via the course objectives, teaching strategies and evaluation. 2/10/14- Faculty agreed to suggested changes. Tonya will revise and bring back to graduate committee for final approval.
meetings> increase by differences made to = 112 total hours. e. 12 hours seminar time with MSN course instructor> decrease to 6-8 hours Administration: a. 60 project-based activities as negotiated b. 20 hours meetings c. 20 hours with preceptor> add difference from seminar time so total is 112 practicum hours. d. 12 hours seminar time with MSN course instructor> decrease to 6-8 hours Tonya and Paula shared that seminar time was too high and meetings need to be specified. Tonya shared concerns that the five hours for lecture needs to more specific and broken into smaller sessions. One student did a four hour lecture (against advisement) and it was not effective nor a very good student teaching experience. 3/10/14- Course map review for summer and fall 2014 courses.
3/10/14- NURS T617- Nursing Evaluation- A second book was
added to the course. T. Breymier explained the current text, Oermann’s Evauation and Testing in Nursing Education, is an excellent resource for overall program evaluation and weaker for class room and student evaluation. Tonya suggested adding the text, McDonald’s The Nurse Educators Guide to Assessing Learning Outcomes. Tonya reminded committee that students are more interested in evaluation of learning outcomes but the importance of program evaluation must continue to be stressed. Committee agreed to add the second book. It was also noted by committee that the amount of books purchased by students in the MSN program is minimal. NURS I630- Nursing Informatics- no major changes in the
4/14/14- Course map review for summer and fall 2014 courses.
course noted. S. Stoten discussed the QSEN competencies that are integrated into the course. Committee identified additional competencies that were noted and revised during the meeting. NURS N502- Nursing Theory- P. O’Malley discussed integrated QSEN competencies throughout the course map. 4/14/14- NURS T619- Teaching with Technology- Course map was unchanged from previous approval. The addition of QSEN competencies were evaluated and approved. NURS T670- Teaching for Nursing- Tonya explained that this course has been moved in sequence and will be better suited to offer application
opportunities for the students prior to their teaching practicum. An assignment of “syllabus development” was added in addition to recognizing relevant QSEN competencies. Evaluated and approved by committee. NURS Y510 and Y520- Concepts and I and II- Curtis Bow presented both course maps and reiterated emphasis on important concepts each course emphasizes. A hands on assessment piece has not been integrated into the course(s) as this time. Bow explained the community assessment and population based health pieces to faculty as well as identifying relevant QSEN competencies. Evaluated and approved by committee.
October 2014- Tonya
reviewed the special meeting October/2014- The decision to eliminate
held in September to review the stats requirement in the graduate program. Schools from across the country have a variety of avenues they are taking toward a graduate stats requirement. During the special meeting faculty decided to eliminate the R505 from the graduate curriculum and admission requirements would include an undergraduate stats class with a grade of C or better, taken within the past 5 years. Discussion continued regarding the arbitrary number of 5 years and wouldn’t a review be needed if it were 6 years versus 10 years? Faculty decided that students who have invested in an undergraduate stats course would be better served to take an online review of statistical concepts. P. O’Malley stated there are numerous options and Tonya will work with Pat to identify the best option for IUE.
R505 from the curriculum stands, prerequisite admission requirements will require an undergraduate stats course with a grade of C or better and completion of an online module/modules to review statistical concepts.
100% January 2015- Course map reviewed for N504, discussion ensued regarding mapping toward MSN program learning outcome #6. Use information technology and knowledge-based resources to manage and transform data that inform
January 2015- Revisions to N504 course learning outcomes was approved. Course map revisions approved as well. Committee members
clinical practice. Committee concurred that the StrengthsFinder assessment and the team presentation meetings via online would meet this outcome. N504 was also presented for revision in the course learning outcomes: see attached copy below. Revision was necessary due to nature of healthcare today. T679, Y515 and N502 will be sent out electronically.
will review and send feedback to Tonya regarding T679, Y515 and N502 course maps.
100% February 2015- A. T679 was reviewed with noted changes from previous offering. Y515 was reviewed for first time offering, suggested to include informatics for #6 learning outcome and questioned Teamwork and collaboration for the same learning outcome. Discussion ensued regarding learning outcome #4, specifically QSEN EBP competency, after discussion committee agreed use of case studies was relevant to EBP. R500- course map not available, Tonya will revisit with O’Malley Reviewed course map process: Bow introduced the concept of reviewing course
February 2015- Course maps for T679 and Y515 approved. Beginning spring 2015, course maps will reviewed end of semester.
maps at the end of the semester, this would keep changes and ideas current and have preparation ready for future use. After discussion committee agreed this would be a good process. Tonya also suggested she will bring the Program MSN Learning Outcome Grid to ensure revisions/changes are appropriate to program learning outcomes overall.
100% April 2015- Tonya shared the N504 and T679 maps. N504 was approved as submitted the first of the semester. Tonya has requested revision of the T679 map, specifically the course learning outcome: 5. Creates a plan for change in one area of classroom or clinical teaching for consideration by preceptor. After discussion committee agreed to move this learning outcome to NURS T670, summer semester. Discussion also ensued regarding workload for the practicum course. Tonya explained that there are additional assignments on top of the practicum student teaching due to meeting/alignment/mapping of course and program learning outcomes.
April 2015- Moving learning outcome #5 from T679 to T670, effective summer 2016. N504 and revised T679 course map approved.
4.3 The 1. Curriculum Dean of Document Each semester and 100% The learning outcomes are Faculty reminded to
curriculum is designed to prepare graduates to be information literate and to practice from an evidence-based approach in their advanced practice role.
bi-annually used as the basis for curriculum implementation and student evaluation. Multiple courses note student learning activities and assignments that require investigation of best practices and the literature. 100% achieved.
utilize Oncourse to as full extent as possible and as appropriate for the course.
100% January 2015- Tonya reminded faculty of the approved MSN writing guidelines, after discussion and deliberation faculty decided to add items 1-5 into a rubric for Scholarly writing and items 6-8 for APA and grammar. Each will comprise no more than 10% of the total assignment grade, faculty will utilize their own judgment regarding small writing assignments if adjustment is necessary. See rubric below and utilize as a guide for future writing assignments.
January 2015- Faculty approved writing assignment rubric that includes MSN writing guidelines from the MSN student handbook. Tonya will send the rubric out to faculty. Implementation will be summer of 2015.
4.4 The curriculum is designed so that graduates of the program are able to practice in a culturally and ethnically diverse global society.
100% The curriculum includes cultural, ethnic, and socially diverse concepts. Education major’s practicum with undergraduate student teaching experience with the Navajo population. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies found.
5. Alumni survey results
100% January 2015- Tonya is working with Select Travel Study and has identified an experience relative to Health Policy and Leadership for graduate and RN-2-BSN students. Tonya is working on the approval process, the RN-to-BSN consortium is interesting in offering to online students and course has been communicated to the on-site RN-to-BSN students as well.
January 2015- Faculty in agreement that International experiences are important to offer, electives work well.
4.5 Evaluation methodologies are varied, reflect established professional and practice competencies, and measure the achievement of student learning and program outcomes.
1. Course syllabi 2. Program outcomes and competencies 3. Principles for Graduate Education 4. Examples of student work
Faculty Dean of Nursing Associate Dean
Survey Portfolio review Document review
Each semester/End of practicum/scholarly project experiences
100% Faculty spring 2013 workday re-evaluated course maps for consistency and meeting program learning outcomes. 100% achieved.
Some assignments were revised and/or added to specific course maps. See results in last column of Standard 4 below.
100% Faculty reviewed fall 2013 course maps
100% Faculty reviewed spring 2014
course maps. 100% Faculty reviewed summer
2014 course maps, met with IUK faculty for collaborative workday.
4.6 The curriculum and instructional processes reflect educational theory, interdisciplinary collaboration, research, and best practice standards while allowing for innovation, flexibility, and technological advances.
100% Spring 2013 workday revealed no deficiencies. Student mid-program survey revealed student desire for one course at a time for half a semester. 100% achieved.
Faculty agreed to trial some specific courses to run one at a time over half the semester.
100% Occurs with each semester course map review.
4.7 Program length is congruent with the attainment of outcomes.
100% Summer 2013 had one course failure. Student course evaluations reveal that shortened semester for one class was too much of a workload for students at one time. 39 credit hours over six semesters is appropriate to meet learning outcomes,
Faculty agreed to trial some specific courses to run one at a time over half the semester. Students changed their minds and felt this was too heavy of a workload over 7
100% achieved. 4/14/14- Committee continued discussion of cost effectiveness of admitting administration and education along with the new FNP concentration in the spring semester, versus summer. Tonya explained that this will align four common core courses with all three concentrations. This change also puts the education practicum in the fall which provides more variety and flexibility for teaching practicums. Committee concurred and agreed. Tonya shared the new program schedule, it was unavoidable to move some of the courses to different semesters then they usually fell in. Tonya reminded faculty that we need to keep core courses aligned and also keep courses we collaborate with IU Kokomo in the same semesters. This caused other courses to be moved accordingly.
weeks. Courses returned to two courses running over the entire semester. 4/14/14- New program schedule was approved and all cohorts will be admitted in January beginning in 2015.
100% Four Nursing Education majors graduating, completed program in 6 semesters.
May, 2015- 100% of nursing education majors graduating within 6 semesters.
4.8 Practice learning
1. Program outline
Dean of Nursing
Document review
Annually and Each semester as
100% Curriculum and instructional processes are appropriate and
Information to be reported at fall 2013
environments are appropriate for student learning and support the achievement of student learning and program outcomes; current written agreements specify expectations for all parties and ensure the protection of students.
2. Program plans 3. Student files 4. Schedule of classes 5. Graduate committee minutes 6. Policy on program completion 7. Retention rates
Faculty Adm. Specialist/ Contracts Manager Learning lab coordinator Associate Dean
Clinical agency evaluations Periodic review of agency contract list.
needed
support best practice. Implementation of EHR involved graduate learners. 100% achieved.
faculty workday in September. Nursing education practicum students will be oriented and trained to SON new EHR system fall of 2013.
100% Fall of 2014 nursing education and nursing administration preceptors oriented to practicum course syllabus, and course learning outcomes.
T679 and L579 faculty provided orientation to each preceptor.
100% Spring 2015 nursing education preceptors oriented to practicum course syllabus and course learning outcomes.
T679 faculty provided orientation to each preceptor.
4.8.1 Student clinical experiences are evidence-based and reflect contemporary practice.
100% Contracts are current, establish appropriate graduate learning opportunities and specify expectations of all parties. 100% achieved.
Integrated simulations into practicum and scholarly projects. Reinforced to faculty the use of Oncourse was instrumental to technology exposure.
100% May, 2015 contracts reviewed
and current. Simulations integrated into fall 2014 T670 and T619 courses.
Fall of 2014 and spring of 2015 provided simulation experiences to the nursing education majors.
4.9 Post-Master’s certificate programs follow national standards and guidelines …expectations and certification requirements.
NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
4.10- Learning activities, instructional materials, and evaluation methods are appropriate for the delivery format and consistent with student learning outcomes.
100% Course maps re-evaluated at spring 2013 graduate faculty workday. Found a missing objective and needed clarification for some of the course activities. 100% achieved.
NURS N502- course objective #3 was not identified on the map, added to the 3rd MSN competency. Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes and appropriate evaluation methods identified. NURS T619- faculty identified need to add two additional course objectives: ethical-legal and life-long learning related to technology. Additional instructional activities discussed.
8/29/13- Graduate committee asked for clarification of course map for L671 and reviewed revisions for R505.
NURS T670- webinar certificate of completion entered in evaluation method sections, moving small group discussion to instructional activities, add peer review to group political issues presentation, revise Philosophy of Teaching instructional activity, add peer and faculty review to MSN poster presentation participation. NURS T615- add course objective to MSN outcome #8. Add name/concepts for assigned readings, clarify some of the pieces for evaluation, move small group discussions to instructional activities. NURS I630- add course objective 4 to MSN outcome #3, add course objective to outcome #4, add course objective 5, 6,
8/29/13- Committee reviewed student feedback regarding the trial of offering graduate courses in split semester-weeks. The student voiced concern that it was not what they thought it would be and the entire semester is needed for the course requirements. After discussion committee concurred that the IU East graduate courses will be offered over an entire semester.
and 9 to MSN outcome #6, make instructional activities more specific (identify course readings, etc.), clarify evaluation methods. R500- add course objective #1 to MSN outcome #3, 4, and 6. Add course objective #2 to MSN outcome 4, add CITI modules to instructional activities for MSN outcome #2, revise and clarify your instructional activities with corresponding evaluation methods. Consider revision of objectives to include healthcare disparities. 8/29/13- NURS L671- Committee asked for several areas of clarification, after review and discussion it was decided to move the course learning objectives and instructional activities in MSN
program learning outcomes #7 and 8 to #5 (Frame problems, design interventions, specify outcomes, and maintain quality while balancing human, fiscal, and material resources). Committee concurred that those course objectives and instructional activities were a better fit in #5. NURS R505- After review committee agreed that the course objective and instructional activity under MSN program outcome #1 was a better fit under MSN program outcome #3- Synthesize knowledge from nursing, biological, behavioral, social-administrative, educational, and communication science for application to area of specialty. Committee also suggested that course objective #5- conduct appropriate data analyses be
under MSN outcome #2- Function within an ethical-legal framework as well as #5 (Frame problems, design interventions, specify outcomes, and maintain quality while balancing human, fiscal, and material resources). Committee noted that MSN program outcome #6- Use information technology and knowledge-based resources to inform practice was missing. After discussion it was agreed that course learning objective #1 (Summarize data through the appropriate use of tables, graphs, and descriptive statistics) and #3 (Synthesize knowledge from nursing, biological, behavioral, social-administrative, educational, and communication sciences for application to area of specialty) have appropriate instructional
12/9/13- Dean Clark presented changes to the R500 (Nursing Research) course she would like to make: - Change the 5th objective to read: Design a plan to utilize research findings (delete related to a clinical problem). - Additional changes to the course map have been attached. Faculty discussed the Review of the Literature Grid that students will fill out to perform a study analysis. It was suggested that Purpose include “Purpose/Questions”…facult
activities for outcome 6. NURS T619- Course map sent to Graduate Committee for review/approval of revisions Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes and appropriate evaluation methods identified. Committee agreed with more detailed instructional activities. 12/9/13- Suggested changes from Dean Clark were approved by faculty.
y were in agreement. As instructor of record Dean Clark will make changes and upload to the course map Oncourse site. 2/10/14- Three education track students failed to take the prepaid CNE self-assessment. One student has technical difficulty and two “just forgot.” Tonya suggested the CNE self-assessment be given the last of practicum seminar time with the T679 faculty member. This will ensure that each student takes the self-assessment. Results for the three students who took the exam were reviewed.
2/10/14- Faculty reviewed and discussed results. Discussion ensued what kind of benchmark would be appropriate for a self-assessment since it designed as such (to identify weaknesses and strengths). Faculty decided the CNE would be offered again and benchmarking one year to the next may prove beneficial.
100% October 2015- Tonya reviewed the special meeting held in September to review the stats requirement in the graduate program. Schools from across the country have a variety of avenues they are taking toward a graduate stats requirement. During the special meeting faculty decided to eliminate the R505 from the graduate curriculum and admission requirements would include an undergraduate stats class with
October/2015- The decision to eliminate R505 from the curriculum stands, prerequisite admission requirements will require an undergraduate stats course with a grade of C or better and completion of an online module/modules to review statistical
a grade of C or better, taken within the past 5 years. Discussion continued regarding the arbitrary number of 5 years and wouldn’t a review be needed if it were 6 years versus 10 years? Faculty decided that students who have invested in an undergraduate stats course would be better served to take an online review of statistical concepts. P. O’Malley stated there are numerous options and Tonya will work with Pat to identify the best option for IUE.
concepts.
100% January 2015- Course map reviewed for N504, discussion ensued regarding mapping toward MSN program learning outcome #6. Use information technology and knowledge-based resources to manage and transform data that inform clinical practice. Committee concurred that the StrengthsFinder assessment and the team presentation meetings via online would meet this outcome. N504 was also presented for revision in the course learning outcomes: see attached copy below. Revision was necessary due to nature of healthcare today.
January 2015- Revisions to N504 course learning outcomes was approved. Course map revisions approved as well. Committee members will review and send feedback to Tonya regarding T679, Y515 and N502 course maps.
T679, Y515 and N502 will be sent out electronically.
100% February 2015- A. T679 was reviewed with noted changes from previous offering. Y515 was reviewed for first time offering, suggested to include informatics for #6 learning outcome and questioned Teamwork and collaboration for the same learning outcome. Discussion ensued regarding learning outcome #4, specifically QSEN EBP competency, after discussion committee agreed use of case studies was relevant to EBP. R500- course map not available, Tonya will revisit with O’Malley Reviewed course map process: Bow introduced the concept of reviewing course maps at the end of the semester, this would keep changes and ideas current and have preparation ready for future use. After discussion committee agreed this would be a good process. Tonya also suggested she will bring the Program MSN Learning Outcome Grid to ensure revisions/changes are appropriate to program learning outcomes overall.
February 2015- Course maps for T679 and Y515 approved. Beginning spring 2015, course maps will reviewed end of semester.
100% April 2015- Tonya shared the N504 and T679 maps. N504 was approved as submitted the first of the semester. Tonya has requested revision of the T679 map, specifically the course learning outcome: 5. Creates a plan for change in one area of classroom or clinical teaching for consideration by preceptor. After discussion committee agreed to move this learning outcome to NURS T670, summer semester. Discussion also ensued regarding workload for the practicum course. Tonya explained that there are additional assignments on top of the practicum student teaching due to meeting/alignment/mapping of course and program learning outcomes.
April 2015- Moving learning outcome #5 from T679 to T670, effective summer 2016. N504 and revised T679 course map approved.
Systematic Evaluation Plan for Standard Five V. Resources: Fiscal, physical, and learning resources promote the achievement of goals and outcomes of the nursing education unit.
Component Supporting Documentation
Person Responsible
Method of Assessment
Frequency Expected Level of
Achievement
Results of data collection and analysis. Level
of Achievement
Action
5.1 Fiscal resources are sufficient to ensure the achievement of the nursing education unit outcomes and commensurate with the resources of the governing organization.
1. IU East School of Nursing Budget 2. Salary listing for faculty and administration. 3. AACN survey of faculty salaries
Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Dean of Nursing Vice Chancellor of Facilities and Finance
Budget comparisons AACN survey of faculty salary comparisons Document review
Annually, and Each semester as needed
100%
Resources for fiscal 2013 sufficient with the addition of the MSN program. 100% achieved. 2/25/14- Faculty continued to discuss the feasibility of offering a more enticing and workable schedule for the MSN program while continuing to uphold the on-site approval. Dean Clark had noted that Hybrid was 50% online. Faculty agreed that one 8 hour day for two courses per month would provide a 60% onsite flexible schedule. The remainder of
No deficiencies noted. 2/25/14- Graduate committee agreed to pilot a 60% onsite flexible schedule with the next admitted cohort this summer, 2014 or January 2015, whichever comes first.
the courses would be web-enhanced. Tonya believes that a more flexible schedule such as the 60% onsite proposed could enhance recruitment to the program.
100% Spring 2015- Faculty reviewed new flexible schedule, favorable results.
Spring 2015- Students and faculty have adjusted to new flexible schedule and plan to continue.
5.2 Physical resources (classrooms, laboratories, offices, etc.) are sufficient to ensure the achievement of the nursing education unit outcomes and meet the needs of faculty, staff, and students.
1. Blueprints of facilities 2. Room seating capacity listing 3. Room scheduling process 4. Diagram of faculty office 5. Learning laboratory equipment inventory 6. IT list of classroom equipment
Vice Chancellor of Facilities and Finance Dean of Nursing Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Registrar
Document review
Each year
100% Renovated class rooms and previous class rooms available for the addition of the MSN program. No space issues noted for scheduling of MSN classes. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies noted.
100% Spring 2015- no issues with room or lab assignments for MSN classes.
Spring 2015- all classes accommodated with sufficient and appropriate class rooms and labs.
5.3 Learning 1. Library holding Library Document and Each year 100% Technology No deficiencies noted.
resources and technology are selected by the faculty and are comprehensive, current, and accessible to faculty and students, including those engaged in alternative methods of delivery.
2. Library mini-grants 3. Database accessibility 4. IT resources 5. Library and IT websites 6. IU East website 7. Center for Teaching and Learning website and e-mail newsletter 8. Interlibrary loan agreements
Director Library Liaison Director IT CTL Director and staff Dean of Nursing Faculty
website review Review of lab inventory and library holdings
available and current. NFC and graduate committee minutes reflect faculty involvement in technology decisions. 100% achieved. 4/14/14-Committee continued discussion of cost effectiveness of admitting administration and education along with the new FNP concentration in the spring semester, versus summer. Tonya explained that this will align four common core courses with all three concentrations. This change also puts the education practicum in the fall which provides more variety and flexibility for teaching
4/14/14- Faculty agreed to begin admitting all concentrations January in 2015.
practicums. Committee concurred and agreed. Tonya shared the new program schedule, it was unavoidable to move some of the courses to different semesters then they usually fell in. Tonya reminded faculty that we need to keep core courses aligned and also keep courses we collaborate with IU Kokomo in the same semesters. This caused other courses to be moved accordingly.
Criterion 5.4- Fiscal, physical, technological, and learning resources are sufficient to meet the needs of faculty and students and ensure that students achieve
1. Collaborative
meeting minutes for the two graduate programs.
2. Monthly Leadership (IUE and IUK) collaborative meeting minutes
Dean for IUE Dean for IUK Associate Dean for IUE Associate Dean for IUK All faculty
Document review Each year 100% Technology available and IT support available as in the face-to-face courses. 100% achieved.
No deficiencies noted.
learning outcomes. 100% Spring 2015-
Dean Clark reported fiscal status of MSN program and school of nursing is sound.
Systematic Evaluation Plan for Standard VI: VI. Outcomes: Evaluation of student learning demonstrates that graduates have achieved identified competencies consistent with the institutional mission and professional standards and that the outcomes of the nursing educational unit have been achieved.
Component Documentation Found
Person Responsible
Method of Assessment
Frequency Expected Level of
Achievement
Results of data collection and analysis. Level of Achievement
Action
6.1 Program assessment is ongoing and findings demonstrate the achievement of the student learning and program outcomes of the nursing education unit and ACEN standards.
1. Systematic evaluation plan 2. Graduate assessment plan 3. Campus assessment report 4. Graduate Committee/NFC minutes
Dean of Nursing Associate Dean Faculty
Review and discussion
Each semester
100% Course maps were reviewed in April and May of 2013, with additional review scheduled for August of 2013. Revisions and faculty requests to enhance courses and better align with program learning outcomes and track-specific competencies approved by graduate committee.
Feedback used for programmatic and curricular improvement. Student unsuccessful with T617 will be reported at August faculty workday. NURS N502- course objective #3 was not identified on the map, added to the 3rd MSN competency. Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes and appropriate evaluation methods identified. NURS T619- faculty identified need to add two additional course objectives: ethical-legal and life-long learning related to technology. Additional instructional activities discussed. NURS T670- webinar certificate of completion entered in evaluation method
sections, moving small group discussion to instructional activities, add peer review to group political issues presentation, revise Philosophy of Teaching instructional activity, add peer and faculty review to MSN poster presentation participation. NURS T615- add course objective to MSN outcome #8. Add name/concepts for assigned readings, clarify some of the pieces for evaluation, move small group discussions to instructional activities. NURS I630- add course objective 4 to MSN outcome #3, add course objective to outcome #4, add course objective 5, 6, and 9 to MSN outcome #6, make instructional activities more specific (identify course readings, etc.), clarify evaluation methods. R500- add course objective #1 to MSN outcome #3, 4, and 6.
2/10/14- Faculty reviewed the education track portfolio rubric and Tonya shared the process with faculty. The education track portfolio review will include: Faculty Member Assigned portfolios Baumann 1-5-3 Bow 4-2-6 DeSantis 1-2-3 Farris 4-5-6
Add course objective #2 to MSN outcome 4, add CITI modules to instructional activities for MSN outcome #2, revise and clarify your instructional activities with corresponding evaluation methods. Consider revision of objectives to include healthcare disparities. 2/10/14- Tonya will create the portfolio packets for the education track and distribute as assigned. Faculty are to return portfolio reviews to Tonya by March 24, 2014.
100% October 2014- Tonya reviewed the assessment and evaluation results for 2013-2014. Faculty had the accompanying PDF to review prior to the meeting. Tonya began with a review the MSN education and administration evaluation plan and concept map. Faculty were reminded of the education majors scores
October 2014- Faculty reviewed the Systematic Evaluation Plan, Tonya noted the new SEP for this year will include the 2013 ACEN Standards. Faculty reviewed the Administration and Education exit surveys. All responses received agree or strongly agree response from the graduates. It was also noted that the spring
for the NLN self-assessment for the CNE, this year’s cohort will also take the self-assessment and comparisons will be able to be made.
R590 (Scholarly Project) evaluations were received and all categories received agree or strongly agree from the students. The 2013-2014 assessment report that was sent to the IUE campus was reviewed as well as the 2015 goals for the MSN program. It was noted that many of the goals have already been met. Time was spent on the practicum portfolio evaluations for administration and education. Tonya noted that inter-rater reliability was not strong. Scores were quite varied and it was also noted that students were not very good at writing reflections or providing the evidence of their work. Tonya has asked faculty to think about a better process or possible faculty development for evaluating portfolios, to be discussed in November of 2014.
6.2 Aggregated 1. Exit survey Dean of Review and Exit and 100% Student feedback was Changes were made on
evaluation findings inform program decision-making and are used to maintain or improve student learning outcomes.
Alumni surveys at one and four year post-graduation. R590 and T679/L579 after each semester offered. Every semester with student feedback, concerns, and suggestions.
reviewed and approved. I630 and N502 have been offered twice now with 100% successful attainment of student learning outcomes. 100% achieved.
course schedule based on student feedback and additional feedback sought. T617, L671, N502, I630, L530 and T619 were offered in split semesters summer of 2013. NURS N502- course objective #3 was not identified on the map, added to the 3rd MSN competency. Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes and appropriate evaluation methods identified. NURS T619- faculty identified need to add two additional course objectives: ethical-legal and life-long learning related to technology. Additional instructional activities discussed. NURS T670- webinar certificate of completion entered in evaluation method sections, moving small group discussion to instructional activities, add peer review to group political issues presentation, revise Philosophy of Teaching
instructional activity, add peer and faculty review to MSN poster presentation participation. NURS T615- add course objective to MSN outcome #8. Add name/concepts for assigned readings, clarify some of the pieces for evaluation, move small group discussions to instructional activities. NURS I630- add course objective 4 to MSN outcome #3, add course objective to outcome #4, add course objective 5, 6, and 9 to MSN outcome #6, make instructional activities more specific (identify course readings, etc.), clarify evaluation methods. R500- add course objective #1 to MSN outcome #3, 4, and 6. Add course objective #2 to MSN outcome 4, add CITI modules to instructional activities for MSN outcome #2, revise and clarify your instructional activities
July, 2013- One student was unsuccessful in NURS T617 summer of 2013. 88% level of achievement. T679 portfolio reflections, December 2013- Education- 6 portfolios evaluated, 4 is the highest score possible I. Facilitate Learner Development and Socialization= 3.11 II. Function as a change agent and leader= 2.9 III. Synthesize knowledge from nursing, biological. Behavioral, social, administrative, educational, and communication sciences for application to area of specialty= 3.01 IV. Demonstrate scholarly inquiry and reflection that exemplifies clinical reasoning, critical,
with corresponding evaluation methods. Consider revision of objectives to include healthcare disparities. Student has since communicated with Associate Dean/Advisor and wishes to return to MSN program as an administration major.
creative, and systems thinking= 2.66 V. Frame problems, design interventions, specify outcomes, maintain quality while balancing human, fiscal, and material resources= 3.12 VI. Use information technology and knowledge-based resources to inform practice= 3.15 VII. Articulate the effects of culture, diversity, values, and globalization in the design, delivery, and evaluation of health services= 3.5 VIII. Engage in lifelong learning activities that contribute to the professional nursing development and advancement of the nursing profession= 3.27 R590 results May, 2014- 100% response rate (4/4) 100% of the respondents ranked the MSN program learning outcomes were attained by noting agree or strongly agree.
100% of the respondents ranked the R590 mentor positively relative to communication, encouragement; knowledge level, collaboration, and timeliness by noting agree or strongly agree.
2015- Exit surveys- 67% cited the program as excellent related to satisfaction. 33% (1/3) cited as needs improvement. The graduate who cited needs improvement explained that she was not able to obtain a nurse educator position due to not having a doctorate, therefore, she was not adequately prepared nor satisfied with the program. Graduates noted would liked to have seen more practicum time and did not feel the concepts courses flowed together well. Graduates noted with strongly agree or agree to meeting the following NLN
Faculty to evaluate summer 2015.
competencies: Facilitate learning Facilitate learner development and socialization. Use assessment and evaluation strategies. Participate in curriculum design and evaluation of program outcomes. Function as a change agent and leader. Pursue continuous quality improvement. Engage in scholarship. Creating an evidence-based practice. Function within the educational environment with the exception of (disagree from one graduate): Develop networks, partnerships in the academic environment; Incorporate the goals of the nursing program and mission of the parent institution when proposing change; assume a leadership role in institutional government; advocate for nursing and nursing education in a political arena. Strengths were noted as
a program that is individualized with strong faculty, and well balanced for personal growth. Weaknesses noted were not obtaining a job after graduation due to not having a doctorate, need more practice with exam writing and need more hands on teaching throughout the program.
April 2015- R590 Scholarly project evaluations toward meeting MSN program learning outcomes: 100% agree or strongly agree that all 8 program outcomes were met. 100% had positive results toward scholarly project mentor with exception of one who noted their mentor was not knowledgeable about their project nor available for feedback or timely with feedback.
Results to be reported an discussed by faculty summer 2015.
100% April 2015- 100% nursing education majors took the CNE self-assessment.
Results to be reported and analyzed by faculty summer 2015.
6.3 Evaluation findings are shared with communities
1. Advisory board minutes 2.IU East Nursing Faculty
Dean of Nursing Associate Dean
Document review
Each year
100% Associate Dean shares information in graduate committee meetings and offers reports/minutes
NURS N502- course objective #3 was not identified on the map, added to the 3rd MSN
of interest.
minutes 3. Graduate committee minutes 4. IU East Assessment Report
Faculty
on the school of nursing faculty Oncourse site for all faculty. Dean shares items of information to the advisory board and campus Deans Council. 100% achieved.
competency. Instructional activities relative to the MSN outcomes and appropriate evaluation methods identified. NURS T619- faculty identified need to add two additional course objectives: ethical-legal and life-long learning related to technology. Additional instructional activities discussed. NURS T670- webinar certificate of completion entered in evaluation method sections, moving small group discussion to instructional activities, add peer review to group political issues presentation, revise Philosophy of Teaching instructional activity, add peer and faculty review to MSN poster presentation participation. NURS T615- add course objective to MSN outcome #8. Add name/concepts for assigned readings, clarify some of the pieces for evaluation,
move small group discussions to instructional activities. NURS I630- add course objective 4 to MSN outcome #3, add course objective to outcome #4, add course objective 5, 6, and 9 to MSN outcome #6, make instructional activities more specific (identify course readings, etc.), clarify evaluation methods. R500- add course objective #1 to MSN outcome #3, 4, and 6. Add course objective #2 to MSN outcome 4, add CITI modules to instructional activities for MSN outcome #2, revise and clarify your instructional activities with corresponding evaluation methods. Consider revision of objectives to include healthcare disparities.
6.4 The program demonstrates evidence of achievement in meeting the following program outcomes: --Performance on licensure exams --Program completion --Program satisfaction --Job placement
1. NLN CNE pass rates. 2. NC-BC pass rates. 3. Graduate committee minutes. 4. MSN retention data 5. Graduation rates for the School of Nursing 6. Results of exit, alumni, and employer surveys. 7. Advisory board minutes 8. Letters/e-mails from students. 9. Collaborative faculty and leadership meetings
Dean of Nursing Associate Dean Faculty Data Specialist Curriculum committee Kokomo faculty
Review of National Certification pass rates compared to national average. Review and comparison of attrition and graduation rates with campus and national norms. Survey Document review
Annually and each semester as needed
Collaborative meetings with IU Kokomo discovered that different admitting semesters didn’t align the collaborative courses with each campus offerings. 11/11/13- Tonya shared pricing for the six nursing education majors. $59.95 for NLN members and $74.95 for non-members. Faculty agreed unanimously to pay for the current six students; we will then evaluate if this data is valuable for future program evaluation and consider having students pay as part of the practicum for future cohorts. 12/9/13- Graduate faculty reviewed and discussed ideas for student, course preceptor and R590 evaluations. Faculty
IU Kokomo was able to move NURS Y520 and Y510 to better align the two programs course offerings. 11/11/13- Tonya will make arrangements for the students to take the CNE self-assessment exam prior to the end of the year. 1/13/14- Tonya presented drafts of the work faculty discussed regarding the evaluations for the graduate program
went line item by line item on the current didactic course, didactic instructor, clinical course and clinical instructor evaluations currently utilized in the undergraduate program. Faculty were in unanimous agreement that evaluations need to be specific for the graduate program and courses. Revisions are attached. Faculty decided to change clinical course to practicum and clinical instructor to practicum facilitator. The graduate program site evaluation was changed to practicum evaluation that will contain two sections: preceptor and site. Graduate faculty were in agreement that the R590 is a unique course (Nursing study/proposal/scholarly project) and will require a specific evaluation. Tonya proposed a more specific evaluation related to course and program learning outcomes.
courses, instructors, and practicum experiences at the December meeting. Some additional changes/revisions were noted: Key- Faculty discussed the awkwardness of a key that begins with 1= Strongly Agree. This appears backwards to faculty and some noted in the past students mark 4’s (across the board) because they assume the larger number 4 is good. The notion of changing the key was discussed; discussion also ensued regarding adding a 3 for “neutral.” Discussion ensued regarding the value of having a NA option with no number; this way if the student perceives the item to be NA, then the “no number” assignment will not skew the data outcome. The resultant key that was developed reads: 5- Strongly Agree 4- Agree 3- Neutral 2- Disagree
1- Strongly Disagree ___- NA -Course Evaluation (didactic course and instructor) - no revisions noted. -Practicum Evaluation (practicum course and facilitator) - #4 on practicum course facilitator change facilitates to enhance. No other revisions noted. -Practicum Preceptor/Site Evaluation (preceptor and site)- #2 on preceptor, change their to his/her. Delete examples in #5 and note Ancillary departments and adding Human Resources and Administration. Will now read: The staff/professionals needed to support the practicum experience/project (Ancillary departments, Human Resources, and Administration), this item will also be moved to the site section. Site= #2 add data to examples, will now read: Resources (computerized forms,
charts, medication records, data, etc.) needed to support the practicum/project are readily available and current. Item #3 change preceptor to facility.
6.4.1 For entry-level master’s programs, the program licensure exam pass rates will be at or above the national mean.
No entry level masters program is offered.
NA NA NA NA NA NA
6.4.2 Eighty percent of first-time candidates for certification exams will pass the exams.
Alumni surveys Dean Associate Dean Faculty
Review and discussion
Four year alumni survey
80% To date one graduate has taken the CNE and passed, 16% of the graduates have taken the CNE with a 100% rate. Administration majors will not be eligible to sit for the administration certification exam for at least two years.
Alumni survey in 2015 will elicit more education major data and Alumni survey in 2018 will glean administration major data.
6.4.3 Eighty Program Dean Review and Annually, 80% Program completion is Will be reported to
percent of students will graduate from their program within 1 ½ times the length of the program.
enrollment numbers.
Associate Dean Faculty
discussion
spring semester
slightly below within target of 1.5 times program length at 67% Discovered that different admitting semesters didn’t align the collaborative courses with Kokomo. 67% level of achievement.
graduate faculty workday in August for discussion and plan. IU Kokomo was able to move NURS Y520 and Y510 to better align the two programs course offerings.
Program completion is slightly below within target of 1.5 times program length at 67% (80% benchmark).
Reported to campus assessment and evaluation, spring 2014.
Program completion is 100% for nursing education majors, spring 2015.
6.4.4 Eighty percent of graduates and their employers will express satisfaction with the program.
Annually and each year the employer survey is sent out
80% Exit surveys May, 2014- Education- 100% of the exit survey responses noted all NLN Nurse Educator competencies were met by agree or strongly agree. Written comments were noted as follows: Strengths- Flexibility, hybrid-type model, instructors are great (0000008444 Anonymous) I feel that the instructors had the time and dedication to provide individual attention to
each student and their needs. My mentoring process during the graduate project was excellent. The attention given to me during my project not only promoted my success but took the project to a level that promotes my lifelong learning and interest beyond graduation. (0000008717 Anonymous) The face to face contact with instructors instead of an all online process. (0000008720 Anonymous) The leaders in the program were available for consultation. They remained positive when changes and fluctuations occurred. They frequently asked for feedback as we were the first cohort. They challenged us to evaluate each class to be sure we felt we were meeting the MSN Nurse Educator Competencies. I enjoyed the face-to face instruction time (blended with online learning), although the classes should be offered later in the day
to accommodate working nurses. (0000008454 Anonymous) Weaknesses- I would have liked to have started my project earlier in the program so that I could have seen it used, obtained feedback and made revisions to prefect the tool. (0000008717 Anonymous) Some course assignment expectations were very vague, limited focus on the 3 "p's" (0000008444 Anonymous) Sometimes disorganized--might be a challenge for someone who cannot be flexible. Part of that, I'm sure, was due to this being the first group to navigate through--but most was due to a consistently disorganized instructor. (0000008454 Anonymous) We were required to meet weekly and this was difficult with family and work schedules. (0000008720 Anonymous)
Administration- 100% of the exit survey responses noted all AONE Nurse Administration competencies were met by agree or strongly agree. Written comments were noted as follows: Strengths- Flexibility! I'm a full time mom & wife that works 50+ hours/week. Weaknesses- The Nurse Administrator track for MSN did not get much attention in comparison to the Nurse Educator track.
6.4.5- Eighty percent of those seeking employment will be involved in role-related professional practice at one year post-graduation.
Annually and each year the alumni survey is sent out
80% Exit survey May, 2014- Education- two graduates have already secured adjunct and fulltime positions teaching. Administration- both graduates already employed in role, one received promotion during program.
6.5- The systematic plan for evaluation encompasses students enrolled in distance education and includes evidence that student learning and program outcomes are comparable for all students.
1. Systematic evaluation plan 2. Graduate assessment plan 3. Campus assessment report 4. Graduate Committee/NFC minutes
Dean Associate Dean Faculty
Review and discussion
Each semester
100% Course maps were reviewed again in April and May of 2013, with additional review scheduled for August of 2013. Revisions and faculty requests approved by graduate committee. 100% achieved.
Updated as needed. Feedback used for programmatic and curricular improvement. Feedback reviewed by faculty at regularly scheduled faculty meetings. See noted course map revisions above in Standard 6.3.
100% Course maps reviewed summer 2014, fall 2014, and spring 2015
Updated as needed. Feedback reviewed by faculty at regularly scheduled faculty meetings.
MSN Program Assessment Report- 2013/2014 I. Mission and Vision- the IU East School of Nursing Mission and Vision was reviewed and approved. II. Policies- Faculty and Governance & Administration policies were reviewed, revised, and approved. III. Course mapping- Each course was reviewed by the graduate faculty throughout the year and approval was made to integrate graduate QSEN competencies to each course map. Courses reviewed this year were: L574; N504; T679; L579; R505; Y510; Y520; L671; T619; R590; R500; J595; T617; I630; N502; T619; T670. IV. Curriculum revision- After investigation of several graduate programs faculty voted to eliminate Statistics (R505) from the curriculum. The Education concentration will now require N504, Leadership for Advanced Practice and the Administration concentration will require an additional 3 credit hours of elective. The proposed FNP program does not require stats. V. Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) certification self-assessment results- Major Area Points Percent correct Facilitate Learning 8/16
10/16 14/16
50% 63% 88%
Facilitate Learner Development and Socialization
6/7 7/7 4/7
86% 100% 57%
Use Assessment and Evaluation Strategies
7/10 6/10 6/10
70% 60% 60%
Participate in Curriculum Design and Evaluation of Program Outcomes
7/12 8/12 9/12
58% 67% 75%
Pursue Continuous Quality Improvement in the Academic Nurse Educator Role
4/8 4/8 5/8
50% 50% 63%
Engage in Scholarship, Service, and Leadership
7/12 8/12 11/12
60% 67% 92%
Summary 39/65 43/65 49/65
60% 66% 75%
To date one graduate has taken the CNE and has passed! VI. Graduation and Retention- To date the first two cohorts admitted to the IUE MSN program has been 14. Eight graduated within 1 ½ times the length of the program. Of the original 14, two moved out of the geographical area (out-of-state) after semester one and semester two, one decided to pursue opportunities outside of nursing, two have taken a leave of absence due to health issues, and one student did not meet the minimum
requirements for the NURS T617 course and has decided to pursue other options to continue her education. This resulted in 67% of the graduates completing their program within the 1 ½ times the length of the program. It should be noted; however, that of the five who will not be graduating at this time, only one was due to inability to pass course learning outcomes. The rest of the cohort moved out of the area or changed their mind about a MSN degree at this time. For the first time a graduate hooding was held during the school of nursing recognition ceremony. Seven of the eight MSN graduates participated in the hooding and walked in graduation. VII. FNP proposal- Graduate committee approved a 42 credit hour Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program. To date this has been further approved by: Nurse Faculty Council, IU East Faculty Senate, IU Academic Leadership Council, one more approval in June of 2014. Program anticipates admitting the first cohort of 15 January of 2015. VIII. WEAVE- 2013/2014 assessment data has been uploaded successfully to WEAVE. IV. ACEN Accreditation- ACEN accreditation was approved in March of 2014. 2015 Goals: 1) ACEN Change report: Upon approval of FNP program, the ACEN substantial change report will be submitted. Anticipate an accreditation visit fall of 2014. 2) Begin FNP program January 2015- Will be implementing an FNP curriculum committee after approval of FNP program. Curriculum work will begin to admit January 2015 cohort. 3) Advanced Practice Education Associates (APEA)- Begin work with APEA for assessment and review exams for FNP program to ensure successful Advanced Practice Certification pass rates for our graduates. 4) Pilot Meditreck- Web-based tracking system for portfolios, survey administration and evaluation, report tracking, immunization and annual requirements tracking. 5) Hire a part-time FNP to direct FNP program. 6) Review portfolio process- Evaluate and review education and administration portfolio process with graduate committee.
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