Bryan College of Health Sciences Viewbook 2015 -2016

NURSING PRE-MED, PRE-PT & MORE SONOGRAPHY/ULTRASOUND HEALTHCARE STUDIES NURSE EDUCATOR NURSE LEADERSHIP NURSE ANESTHESIA EDUCATION DOCTORATE

Pursue excellence 5035 Everett Street l Lincoln, NE 68506 Phone: 402-481-8697 • Toll-free: 1-800-742-7844, ext. 18697

Why Bryan?

e C N e R e FF I D A e K A M o t t n a w u o y

We educate the region’s finest health care providers.

Together, we change lives.

A COLLEGE WITHIN A MEDICAL CENTER

20-25 1 of 2

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE

COLLEGES IN THE UNITED STATES TO HAVE TWO PLASTINATED HUMAN BODY SPECIMENS

5,925

GRADUATES SINCE 1926

DEDICATED FACULTY

1,215 MINIMUM CLINICAL HOURS

Bryan ColleGe of Health Sciences is the RiGht place for you.

Our Programs We offer undergraduate, graduate and completion programs, on-site and online learning opportunities, as well as minors in emerging health fields.

NURSING

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING

BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES

NURSE ANESTHESIA

SONOGRAPHY/ ULTRASOUND

EDUCATION DOCTORATE

HEALTHCARE STUDIES

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

MINORS – SPANISH FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS, GERONTOLOGY, PUBLIC HEALTH, HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT, SOCIAL SCIENCES, BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES

A college within a medical center Our clinical rotations include rural and specialized hospitals, as well as diverse and engaging clinical rotations with respected health professionals at Bryan Medical Center.

Clinical rotation areas at Bryan Medical Center include: • Level II Trauma Center • Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) • Bryan Heart inpatient care unit • Psychiatry and substance abuse treatment • Emergency department, the busiest ED in Lincoln • Critical care, general medicine, pediatric and surgical areas • Cardiac and vascular services • Ultrasound lab

Nursing Our Strong Tradition Since 1926, Bryan has been known for educating nurses.

Our tradition is to keep our classes small, which allows you to get the attention you deserve. With more than 150 training sites including Bryan Medical Center, we offer you many diverse experiences in our city, throughout the state and region.

80 percent

Did you know? By 2020, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommends that 80 percent of a hospital’s nursing staff have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing • 1,215 clinical hours • O ur NCLEX first-time pass rate is greater than the national and state first-time pass rates • Get the attention you deserve with our low clinical faculty-to-student ratio (1:6)

Do you have your associate degree or diploma in nursing? Our RN to BSN completion option offers you exactly what you need through our flexible hybrid format, a perfect mix of on-line and on campus courses. You will be able to establish a relationship with your classmates and faculty and have the opportunity to network and learn from fellow professionals.

As a practicing RN you’ll receive 42 credit hours toward the required 69 nursing major credit hours. You also will be able to use your current work experience toward the remaining 27 credit hours.

• O ur unique Simulation Center offers adult, obstetric, infant and pediatric simulation technologies that mimic patient conditions and responses to treatment for the most realistic practice and learning environment • 1 00 percent of graduates actively seeking employment have a job within six months, and most have jobs before graduation • No wait list and no pre-requisite classes required

The attention you deserve

RN to BSN

We are one of the region’s top programs and our high standards help you stand out in a crowd.

“ At Bryan, students are more than just a number. Students in the biomedical sciences program receive a tailored education and hands-on experience that will prepare them for a future in medicine.

The biomedical sciences program is perfect for students who want to receive an exemplary education while truly enjoying the science behind medicine.”

-Nick, student

Biomedical Sciences Pre-Med, Pre-PT & More The bachelor of science degree in biomedical sciences prepares you for entry into advanced health/medical degree programs, as well as careers in science.

Are you interested in any of these health care careers?

• Doctor/Medicine • Physician Assistant • Pharmacist

• Physical Therapist • Dentist • Optometrist • Audiologist • Chiropractor • Genetic Counselor

Are you interested in a career in science such as: • Biomedical research, bioprocessing • Medical devices and diagnostics • S cientist/technician positions in industry, government and research labs • Public health/epidemiology

WE PREPARE YOU

Bryan College of Health Sciences biomedical sciences program provides innovative, interdisciplinary learning experiences to prepare you for careers in scientific discovery or an advanced degree in a health care field.

and we can help you reach your goals!

• D entistry • O ccupational Therapist • O ther health fields

Sonography/Ultrasound Our bachelor of science degree programs focus on ultrasound scanning specialty areas Adult cardiac sonography & vascular sonography (dual major) – Focuses on images of blood circulation and the heart

Diagnostic medical sonography – Produces images of multiple areas of the body

Dedicated skills lab – With our dedicated skills lab, you’ll be prepared and confident in your abilities before going to the patient care area

One and only – Program in Nebraska that offers a dual major Bachelor of Science degree in vascular and cardiac sonography. Imagine the variety of interesting procedures you will be trained to perform!

25 – The number of procedures diagnostic medical sonographers learn in order to scan all areas of the body, from babies to the elderly

1,305-2,200 – Clinical hours of training, depending on program

“ I was submerged into health care from day one of classes, both in my general and core classes. As a sonographer I will be trusted and connected to surgeons, specialists and physicians, and because of the amount of hours I spent in the skills lab at Bryan, I was prepared for my clinical experience. Employers and preceptors are constantly impressed with my knowledge and skills.”

Kaden, student

Develop Your Skills

At Bryan College of Health Sciences, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to produce the high quality images needed by health care professionals to properly diagnose and treat patients. Some people know this as ultrasound; this is a team-oriented career, and sonographers are the eyes and ears of the doctor. The images sonographers produce help physicians diagnose and treat certain diseases and conditions.

Four chambers of the heart with color flow

Healthcare Studies Explore Your Passion

Careers

Bryan College of Health Sciences is a health care focused institution with a mission of providing excellent education in health professions. Through our relationships with a large number of health care organizations, we provide our students with direct links from health care education to practice. What better choice can you make than to study health care in a specialized health care college?

You can play a vital role in meeting the health care needs of your community, even in a non-clinical position. Based on your selected education tracks, the bachelor of science in healthcare studies prepares you for entry-level positions in health settings such as:

Bryan College of Health Sciences healthcare studies program offers a variety of education tracks so you can tailor your studies to your specific areas of interest. The program provides the foundation and internship/practicum experience for you to make a difference.

As part of the program, you will complete a senior internship/practicum, a capstone course and a preparation for professional practice course.

• T he internship/practicum enhances your classroom learning with real-world experiences.

• T he capstone course is an opportunity for you to reflect what you have learned and bring the concepts from the educational tracks together.

• T he preparation for professional practice course addresses professional standards specific to various health professions so you can successfully launch into your chosen career.

• Public and community health • Non-governmental organizations • Clinics/physician offices

• Long-term care facilities • Assisted living facilities • Hospitals

• Laboratories • Social and human services organizations

To learn more about education tracks and areas of focus within this program, go to: bryanhealthcollege.edu

You are the future of health care We will help you succeed Experiences shape your learning and your future At Bryan College of Health Sciences you will receive the highest quality of instruction, personal attention to your goals and hands-on learning opportunities that will prepare you to excel in real-life situations.

“ With all the experience I have received at Bryan College of Health Sciences, I feel confident in my skills and prepared for my future health care career.”

– Megan, student

HANDS-ON LEARNING FOCUS

Hands-on learning is a standard at Bryan College of Health Sciences.

You will experience how to do a skill instead of just reading about it in a textbook.

experience focus Learning Through Experience

Your experiences shape your learning and your future. Our dedicated faculty is committed to providing the highest quality of instruction, personal attention to your goals and the most realistic, diverse hands-on learning experiences possible.

You are able to learn by doing at Bryan College of Health Sciences. Our Simulation Center provides the most realistic hands-on learning experience possible. You will role play working with physicians, pharmacists, and other members of the medical team, as well as family members.

You will have access to health care focused science labs and learn from actually seeing inside the body with our cadaver lab and plastinates. Both are amazing teaching aids that allow you to see structures just as they appear in a living body.

“ When you accomplish the curriculum at Bryan College of Health Sciences you know you have a lot to be proud of. I feel honored to wear our uniform on the clinical floor, and with that comes high expectations. Bryan students stand out in the crowd.”

– Brittany, student

DISCERE MUTARI EST – “TO LEARN IS TO CHANGE”

expand your knowledge HEALTH CARE IS EVER CHANGING, AND AS HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS WE MUST KEEP PACE, ALWAYS LEARNING HOW TO MEET THE EMERGING NEEDS OF OUR PATIENTS.

Bryan College of Health Sciences offers a variety of minors to enhance your education and prepare you for the future • B iomedical Sciences

• G erontology

• P ublic Heath

At Bryan College of Health Sciences, you will be surrounded by people who want to challenge you and expand your knowledge. With our minors, you will have the opportunity to pursue in-depth education in a second discipline that supports and enhances the primary field of study.

• Healthcare Management

• V ascular Sonography (for diagnostic medical sonography students only)

• S panish for the Health Professions

• S ocial Sciences

#BeABlueHealer

Meet our mascot, Will. Will was named after the founder of Bryan Medical Center – William Jennings Bryan. Will became the newest addition to Bryan College of Health Sciences in 2010.

Students voted and held a campus wide search to submit ideas for a mascot. “Blue Healer” is a play on words, with “Blue” referring to one of the College’s school colors, and “Healers” referring to the primary function and mission of the College and future health care providers – heal those in need.

Goooo Blue!

experience [ difference Lincoln, ne

EXPLORE • PARTICIPATE • VOLUNTEER • TRAVEL • GATHER • LISTEN • ENGAGE • CELEBRATE • SUPPORT • LAUGH • LEARN

have some fun!

You have chosen the health care field as your career, but you still want to have fun – after all, it is COLLEGE! Bryan College of Health Sciences students have access to the same opportunities as other college students in Lincoln. Our students participate in local football games, shopping, intramural sports, concerts, movies and much more.

COLLEGE AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES • Study abroad opportunities • Mission trips • Events to meet classmates and find roommates • Community volunteer activities with Matt Talbot kitchen, Friendship Home, nursing homes, Red Cross and more • Charity-driven activities such as the sand volleyball tournament

• Picnics, intramural sports and Husker games!

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS • Student Government Association • Bryan Student Nurses Association • Student Ambassadors • American Red Cross • Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)

• Action for Students • Caring with Christ • Health Promotions Organization • Diversity Club STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER • Academic Services • Professional Development • Health & Wellness Services

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Going back to school is a big decision, and there are many reasons to take this step: the personal satisfaction of advancing your education; the need to fulfill job requirements; or the desire to take on new challenges. At Bryan College of Health Sciences we can help you take your career to the next level.

Choose Your Track Nurse Educator Nurse Leadership

Unique as you!

Master of Science in Nursing

You want to be involved in a program that’s as unique as you are, a program that allows you the flexibility to tailor your education to your personal interests, and a program that lets you experience firsthand the work environment of a master’s prepared nurse.

WORK/LIFE BALANCE

FLEXIBILITY & ENGAGEMENT

ACTIVE LEARNING THROUGH ACTIVE TEACHING

PRECEPTORSHIP EXPERIENCE

• Manageable course load

• Blended format – 75 percent online and 25 percent on campus

• Tailor your coursework to your current work situation

• Our MSN degree tracks are designed to fit into the lifestyle of working adults

• Flexibility to complete your education online on your time, and the benefit of meeting in person with faculty and peers to solidify learning concepts

• Work alongside award-winning faculty who are committed to help you succeed

• Gain firsthand experience with a master’s prepared educator or leader, and apply learned concepts to real-life situations • Develop networks of support with experienced educators and leaders

Nurse Anesthesia Bryan College of Health Sciences offers a 36-month program for registered nurses leading to a doctor of nurse anesthesia practice (DNAP) that is unique to Nebraska and the region. This two-phase program combines: • • • • • • •

Coursework in the sciences An average of 3,123 clinical hours Anesthetic principles Health care policy Evidence based practice Hands-on clinical practice Informatics and professional leadership principles

The Bryan College of Health Sciences nurse anesthesia program began in 1968. Our long standing program gives you access to extensive clinical experiences, with community hospital rotations that allow you to learn regional anesthetic techniques. You also will have the option to choose two additional rural rotations and be assigned a “home hospital” either in Lincoln, Omaha or Kearney.

The faculty hold advanced degrees and have a wealth of experience in the classroom and in clinical settings. Most important, they work in close collaboration with students enrolled in the School of Nurse Anesthesia.

Be an innovator, be a leader

and learn how to help others achieve their potential

Education Doctorate with an emphasis in Nursing Education This innovative degree is one of only a handful in the country and the only doctorate in education program with an emphasis in nursing education in the region. This program will prepare you for a variety of leadership roles in education and practice. You will learn alongside interprofessional teams and gain partnerships that will allow you to create educated solutions to teach the next generation of nurses. The 54-credit curriculum can be completed in four years and is designed for working professionals who hold the master of science in nursing (MSN) degree. The program format includes face-to-face, classroom and online interaction, with nearly 75 percent of the coursework being completed online.

Student Services include: Academic Services – College is an exciting time, full of new opportunities and experiences, but for some, classes can be challenging. If you want to maintain or improve your grades, our academic services staff are here to help you.

Student Services – Engage in community and student activities to develop yourself personally, professionally and socially. Your experience can vary from volunteering to playing an intramural sport…our students are able to experience everything college life offers.

Health and Wellness – Keeping you happy and healthy on campus is important. We provide a number of health and wellness activities throughout the school year.

We understand college academics can be overwhelming, so we’ve designed a place for you to turn for support.

The Student Success Center provides a variety of resources and support services to make sure you have the best possible experience with us at Bryan College of Health Sciences.

more than a number

Financial Aid – If you need financial assistance, we’re here to help you understand the different types of student funding and apply for financial aid, provide you with helpful resources, and answer any questions you may have along the way.

Professional Development – College can be an overwhelming transition as a new student or a stressful time for an upperclassman who maybe thinking about the future.

It’s our goal to ensure your experience at Bryan College of Health Sciences is a great one and you leave with the skills needed to be a successful health care professional.

Student Life – We’re more than just a school, we’re family. Your experience at Bryan is more than time in the classroom. It’s building a bond with people like you who want to make a difference in the lives of others.

Your academic

SUCCESS

is important to us

At Bryan College of Health Sciences, you’ll find a friendly, close-knit community ready to welcome you.

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You need to see the difference and what your experience will be like while at Bryan College of Health Sciences.

Call to schedule a campus visit at: 402-481-8697 or email admissions@bryanhealthcollege.edu

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