{"id":187,"date":"2024-02-02T16:01:25","date_gmt":"2024-02-02T22:01:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nicholls.edu\/catalog\/2019-2020\/html\/college-of-nursing-and-allied-health\/"},"modified":"2025-09-29T09:51:36","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T14:51:36","slug":"college_of_nursing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nicholls.edu\/catalog-2025-2026\/college_of_nursing\/","title":{"rendered":"THIBODAUX REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM SCHOOL OF NURSING AT NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERSITY"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Raquel Engolio, Ed.D., MSN, RN<\/strong>
\nAssociate Professor of Nursing
\nDean of the Thibodaux Regional Health System School of Nursing at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½<\/p>\n

Rebecca Lyons, MSN, RN
\nAssistant Professor of Nursing
\nAssociate Dean of the Thibodaux Regional Health System School of Nursing at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½<\/p>\n

Office: 172 Betsy C. Ayo Hall
\nPhone: 985-448-4686<\/p>\n

Vision<\/strong><\/h4>\n

To be recognized as an innovative leader in the educational preparation of entry-level and advanced practice nurses\u00a0 while advancing the nursing profession through nursing continuing professional development.<\/p>\n

Mission<\/h4>\n

Commit to quality and excellence in nursing preparing students and professional nurses in a spirited learning environment, contributing to a global society and a diverse workforce, meeting the healthcare needs of the Louisiana Coastal Community and beyond.<\/p>\n

Values<\/h4>\n

The Thibodaux Regional Health System School of Nursing at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ supports and embraces the ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ core values:<\/p>\n

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  1. CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY: We use our time and talents to serve our community, recognizing that service to others is the cornerstone of the health professions.<\/li>\n
  2. DIVERSITY: We respect differences among members of society by providing a nurturing and open-minded environment.<\/li>\n
  3. EXCELLENCE: We strive to achieve the highest quality in all endeavors. We strive for excellence in teaching, research, service, and empowerment through learning.<\/li>\n
  4. INTEGRITY: We strive to be fair and truthful in all instances.<\/li>\n
  5. LEADERSHIP: We are good stewards and representatives of the University because we value our collective role as a regional leader and model for all we serve.<\/li>\n
  6. RESPECT: We commit to the customs and amenities of a civil society. We respect the rights of others and are respond sincerely to the needs and interest of our constituents.<\/li>\n
  7. RESPONSIBILITY: We are responsible for our actions. We adhere to the doctrine of individual accountability in all our activities and contributions.<\/li>\n
  8. CARING: We treat others with empathy and openness in all our encounters while respecting each one’s individuality.<\/li>\n
  9. PROFESSIONALISM: We strive to demonstrate integrity in all our actions and to be committed and accountable to our stakeholders.<\/li>\n
  10. SAFETY: We commit to mitigating error through system analysis, quality improvement, and personal accountability and responsibility.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Strategic Goals<\/h4>\n

    In an effort to fulfill the School of Nursing and University mission, the following strategic goals have been developed:<\/h5>\n
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    1. Increase opportunities for student access and success in nursing.<\/li>\n
    2. Increase research that engages faculty and students seeking knowledge in nursing.<\/li>\n
    3. Ensure quality, accountability, efficiency, and effectiveness in nursing.<\/li>\n
    4. Increase recognition and visibility of the School of Nursing for meeting regional workforce needs and for providing cultural enrichment and service to the community.<\/li>\n
    5. Enhance sense of community, pride in the University and service to the community.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Approval and Accreditation<\/h4>\n

      Within the Thibodaux Regional Health System School of Nursing at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½, the Department of Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is approved by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing, 17373 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-755-7500. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ is accredited by the \u00a0Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. Additionally, Thibodaux Regional Health System School of Nursing at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation, 8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 400, Silver Spring, MD 20910, 800-284-2378.<\/p>\n

      THIBODAUX REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM SCHOOL OF NURSING AT NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERSITY DEGREES AND PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE<\/h3>\n

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      BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING<\/span><\/h5>\n

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      General Requirements<\/h5>\n

      Minimum requirements for the degrees offered within the School of Nursing conform to the University’s General Education Degree Requirements. In addition, the student shall:<\/p>\n