Student policies

Students of the University are responsible for informing themselves of and satisfactorily meeting all regulations pertinent to registration, matriculation, and graduation. This section gives the general setting for each school's programs and outlines subject and unit requirements for admission to individual professional options. It is important to review the requirements of specific options within the context of general requirements applicable to all programs.

School of Nursing students are expected to adhere to the policies of the University and School of Nursing as presented in the Loma Linda University Student Handbook.

Application and admissions

The purpose of the University's programs admissions committees is to ensure that applicants are qualified for the proposed curricula and are capable of profiting from the educational experience offered by this University. School admissions committees accomplish this by examining evidence of scholastic competence, moral and ethical standards, and significant qualities of character and personality. Applicants are considered for admission only on the recommendation of the program in which study is desired.

Application

Applications are invited from those interested in attending a Christian school of nursing and whose beliefs are consistent with the mission of Loma Linda University and the School of Nursing. Priority may be given to those coming from within the Seventh-day Adventist Church and educational system.

Admission application information is located at the LLU School of Nursing Website.

Admission requirements

Students entering the School of Nursing must complete Loma Linda University background check requirements, as well as health requirements--including immunizations and annual TB clearance. In addition, all School of Nursing students are required to have valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificates approved by the American Heart Association in order to take clinical nursing courses. Students are responsible for the annual renewal of their immunizations, TB clearances, and CPR certifications. New undergraduate students are required to show evidence of completion of a first aid course.

Essential skills

Loma Linda University School of Nursing candidates for the B.S., M.S., D.N.P. or Ph.D. degree must have abilities, skills and professional attitudes that ensure the School educates students of the highest qualifications for the practice of nursing. These technical standards are requirements for admission to, promotion within, and graduation from the Loma Linda University School of Nursing. Technological compensation can be made for some disabilities in certain areas but a candidate should be able to perform in an independent manner without the use of a surrogate. Abilities, skills and professional attitudes in the following areas are required:

Psychomotor (physical) skills

• Stand, walk, carry, sit, lift up to fifty pounds, push, pull, climb, balance, stoop, crouch, kneel, turn, twist, crawl, and reach--within a clinical setting.
• Assess and intervene in the care of patients, using the physical senses--sight, including ability to distinguish colors, touch, taste, smell, and hearing.
• Utilize patient care equipment and perform technical patient care activities.

Cognitive (thinking) skills

• Work with intangible data, such as numbers, symbols, ideas, and concepts.
• Perform mental cognition tasks, including problem solving, prioritizing, and accurate measuring; follow instructions; and use cognitive skills to synthesize, coordinate, analyze, compile, compute, copy, and compare.
• Communicate with others, using verbal and nonverbal skills. Recall written and verbal instructions, read and comprehend, and write clearly. Negotiate, instruct, explain, persuade, and supervise.

Affective (human relations) skills

• Interact positively with individuals and groups of people directly and indirectly.
• Control emotions appropriately and cope with stressful situations.
• Respond appropriately to criticism and take responsibility for personal actions, behaviors, and learning.
• Evaluate issues and make decisions without immediate supervision.

Task (work function) skills

• Function independently on work tasks.
• Demonstrate safety awareness.
• Recognize potential hazards.
• Respond appropriately to changes in work conditions.
• Maintain attention and concentration for necessary periods.
• Perform tasks that require set limits.
• Ask questions and request assistance appropriately.
• Perform within a schedule requiring attendance.
• Carry a normal workload.

Accommodations for disability

School of Nursing students requesting accommodations for a disability, should consult the Office of the Associate Dean who administers the undergraduate or graduate programs.

Students should refer to the Student Handbook for a more comprehensive discussion of University and school expectations, regulations, and policies. Students need to familiarize themselves with the contents of the online Student Handbook.

Student involvement

Students are encouraged to become actively involved in the Associated Students of Nursing. Student representatives are invited to attend the Undergraduate Faculty Council, Master's and Doctor of Nursing Practice Faculty Council, Doctor of Philosophy Faculty Council, Spiritual Life and Wholeness Committee, and Diversity Committee, where they may contribute to the decision-making process.

Student organizations

The following student organizations enable students to participate in cultural, social, professional, and citizenship aspects of University life.

Associated Students of Nursing (ASN)

The ASN is a School of Nursing student organization. This association includes all students of nursing and is administered by elected students, two faculty sponsors, and one sponsor from Student and Alumni Relations (StAR). The objectives of this organization are to serve as a channel for communication between students and the faculty, and to facilitate personal and professional growth by meaningful participation in all aspects of student life.

Loma Linda University Student Association (LLUSA)

The LLUSA has three purposes: to promote communication among students, to present students' views to the administration, and to assist in the programming of social and religious activities. The LLUSA provides opportunities to develop and refine a wide range of professional leadership and fellowship skills.

Class organizations

The members of the junior and senior classes elect officers and promote such projects and activities as constitute their major interests and concerns.

The Office of the Dean is the final authority in all financial matters and is charged with the interpretation of all financial policies. Any exceptions to published policy in regard to reduction or reimbursement of tuition must be approved by the dean. Any statement by individual faculty members, program directors, or department chairs in regard to these matters is not binding on the school or the University unless approved by the dean.

Registration is not complete until tuition and fees for the required installment are paid; therefore, the student should be prepared to make these payments during scheduled registration for each academic term. There may be adjustments in tuition and fees as economic conditions warrant.

General financial practices

Before the beginning of each school year, the student is expected to arrange for financial resources to cover all expenses. Previous accounts with other schools or with the University must have been settled.

Awards honoring excellence

Awards for excellence in nursing, scholastic attainment, and leadership ability are made available to students whose performance and attitudes reflect well the ideals and purposes of the school. Selection of students is based on the recommendation of the faculty to the dean.  Selected awards are presented below.  Other clinical awards may be given based on qualifications and funding

President's Award

The President's Award is presented annually in recognition of superior scholastic attainment and active participation in the student community, within the framework of Christian commitment. One recipient is selected from each school.

Dean's Award

The Dean's Award is presented to an outstanding student in each program on the basis of the student's demonstrated commitment to academic excellence and to the objectives of the school.

Helen Emori King Professional Leadership Award

The Helen Emori King Professional Leadership Award is presented to a graduate student who demonstrates outstanding leadership ability in nursing.

Scholarships

The School of Nursing has a variety of scholarships that have been endowed by alumni and friends. Most of the scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic/clinical performance, financial need, and citizenship. The Office of the Dean can provide students with more information.

 

School of Nursing

Administration—SN

SHAWN COLLINS, Ph.D., D.N.P. CRNA, FAANA, Dean

GLORIA, HUERTA, D.N.P., FNP-C, NHDP-BC, AGNP-C, CNS, RN, Associate Dean for Graduate Nursing and Academic Affairs

BRANDIE RICHARDS, D.N.P., FNP-C, CCRN, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Nursing and Student Affairs

ELIZABETH BLACK, M.B.A., Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration

ANDREIA LOFTHOUSE, M.B.A., Assistant Dean for Student and Alumni Relations

ANGEL ASHBURN, D.N.P., RN, CCRN, Director, B.S. Program

NANCY BRASHEAR, Ph.D., RN, Director, RN to BS, Concurrent Enrollment

ERIN HEIM, M.S.N., RN., Director, Undergraduate Curriculum

JAN NICK, Ph.D., RNC-OB, CNE, ANEF, FAAN, Director, Ph.D. Program

ANNE BERIT PETERSEN, Ph.D., M.P.H., APRN, CNS, CHES, Director, Global Nursing

ROBIN PUESCHEL, D.N.P., AGACNP-BC, RN, RNFA, Director, Clinical Practice

KAREN RIPLEY, Ph.D., RN, Director of Educational Assessment

LISA ROBERTS, Dr.P.H., FNP-BC, CHES, RN, Director, Research

NANCY WOLFE, M.S.N., RN, Director, Student Experience

Councils and committees

Faculty Council

Faculty-voted chair
All full-time and part-time faculty

M.S./D.N.P. Council

Gloria M. Huerta, D.N.P., FNP, RN, Chair
All full-time and part-time M.S. and D.N.P. faculty

RN to B.S. Council

Nancy Brashear, Ph.D., RN, Chair

Ph.D. Council

Jan Nick, Ph.D., RNC-OB, CNE, ANEF, FAAN
All full-time and part-time Ph.D. faculty

Undergraduate Faculty Council

Brandie Richards, D.N.P., FNP-C, CCRN, Associate dean, Chair
All full-time and part-time undergraduate faculty

Standing faculty committees

Admissions
Clinical Practice
Curriculum
Diversity & Inclusion
Faculty Affairs
Global Nursing
Rank and Tenure
Research
Safety
Social
Spiritual Life and Wholeness
Today's Nursing Technology (TNT)

Clinical facilities—SN

Ace Pediatrics, Hemet
Adventist Health, Roseville (corporate office)
     Adventist Health, Clear Lake
     Adventist Health Delano
     Adventist Health, Tehachapi Valley
     Adventist Health, Mendocino Coast
     Adventist Health, Tulare
     Castle Medical Center, Hawaii
     Dameron Hospital Association
     Feather River Hospital, Paradise
     Glendale Adventist Medical Center, Glendale
     Hanford Community Hospital, Hanford
     Hanford Community Hospital, Selma
     Lodi Memorial Hospital Association, Inc
     Northwest Medical Foundation of Tillamook
     Portland Adventist Medical Center
     Reedley Community Hospital
     Rideout Memorial Hospital
     San Joaquin Community Hospital
     St. Helena Hospital, St. Helena
     St. Helena Hospital, Vallejo
     Simi Valley Hospital and Health Care Services, Simi Valley
     Sonora Community Hospital, Sonora
     South Coast Medical Center, Laguna Beach
     Ukiah Adventist Hospital, Ukiah
     White Memorial Medical Center, Los Angeles
     Willits Hospital, Inc.
     Western Health Resources
Adventist Health Physicians Network
Adventist Health System/Sunbelt, Florida
Alvord Unified School District, Riverside
Antelope Valley Medical Center, Lancaster
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Colton
     ARMC Fontana Family Medical Clinic, Fontana
     ARMC McKee Family Health Clinic, San Bernardino
     ARMC Westside Family Health Center, Rialto
Asian American Resource Center, San Bernardino
Atelier Health, Beverly Hills

Biegel, Susan, MD, Upland

Calstro Hospice, Montclair
Carcamo, Dr. Mario, Riverside
CareMore Health Plan, Cerritos
Carino-Gateb, Dr. Zosima, Indio

Cedar Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles
Central Neighborhood Health Foundation, Los Angeles

Chaffey Union High School District, Ontario

Chan, Bryan P. and Nina, MDs, Upland
Children's Hospital, Los Angeles
Children's Hospital of Orange County, Orange
Children's Primary Care Medical Group, Inc., San Diego
Choice Medical Group, Apple Valley
     Choice Medical Group, Hesperia
     Choice Medical Group, Victorville
     Citrus Valley Medical Associates Norco
City of Colton Early Childhood Education, Colton
     Cooley Ranch School
     Paul J. Rogers School
     Reche Canyon School
     Sierra Vista School
     Wilson School
City of Hope National Medical Center, Duarte
Clinica Msr. Oscar Romero, Los Angeles
     Boyle Heights/East Los Angeles
     Pediatrics, Los Angeles
Clinica Salud & Familia, Pomona
College Medical Center, Long Beach

Colton Joint Unified School District, Colton
Community Health System, Moreno Valley
     Arlanza Family Health Center, Riverside
     Eastside Health Center, Riverside
     Eisenhower Medical Center, Rancho Mirage
     Fallbrook Family & Women's Health Center, Fallbrook
     Inland Empire Community Health Center, Bloomington
     Moreno Valley Family Health Center, Moreno Valley
Community Regional medical Center and Community Medical Anesthesia

Concentra Medical Centers, San Bernardino

Contour Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center, Rancho Mirage

Coram Healthcare, Ontario
County of Riverside Department of Public Health Agency, Riverside
     Banning Neighborhood Health Clinic
     Corona Neighborhood Health Clinic
     Hemet Neighborhood Health Clinic
     Indio Neighborhood Health Clinic
     Lake Elsinore Neighborhood Health Clinic
     Palm Springs Neighborhood Health
     Riverside Neighborhood Health Clinic
     Rubidoux Neighborhood Health Clinic
Crosswalk Church, Redlands

Danesh Dermatology & Laser Surgery, Beverly Hills
Desert Regional Medical Center, Palm Springs
Desert Valley Hospital, Victorville
Desert VIP Urgent Care, Palm Springs
Desert VIP Urgent Care, Rancho Mirage
Diamond Terrace Assisted Living, Hanford
Dignity Health Urgent Care Centers, Fontana and Highland
Dignity Health, West, Pasadena
     Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Bakersfield
     California Hospital Medical Center
     Community Hospital of SB
     French Hospital Medical Center
     Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center
     Marian Regional Medical Center
     Mercy Hospital
     Mercy Medical Center
     Mercy Medical Center, Redding
     Mercy Southwest Hospital
     Northridge Hospital Medical Center, Northridge
     St. Bernadine Medical Center, San Bernardino
     St. John's Regional Medical Center
     St. John's Pleasant Valley Hospital
     St. Mary Medical Center
Dr. Mike's Walk-In Clinic, Hesperia
Doctor's Hospice Southern California, Chino

Eisenhower Medical Center, Rancho Mirage
Empire Medical Center, San Bernardino
Etiwanda School District, Etiwanda
Exodus Recovery

Farrohi, MD, Farideh, Northridge
Franco, Daniel MD, San Bernardino
Fullerton College, Fullerton

Garden Pediatrics, Redlands
GK Urgi Care, Inc., Hemet
Golden Pacific Nephrology

Hi Desert Memorial Healthcare District, Yucca Valley
Hsu, Sheri Wen, MD

Infinity Medical Group, Apple Valley
Inland Pain Specialists, Laguna Niguel
Inland psychiatric Medical Group, Redlands
Inscriptions Children’s Clinic, Wildomar
In Your Best Interest, Redlands
     Ultimate Medical Practice, Highland

Jurupa Unified School District, Riverside

Kaiser Permanente, Fontana
Kaiser Permanente, Riverside
Kaiser Permanente Southern California
     Inland Valley Care and Rehabilitation Center
Kaweah Delta health Care District, Visalia
Kazi, Manzoor A. Medical Association, Palm Desert
Keck Medical Center of USC, Los Angeles
Kern Medical Center, Bakersfield
Kettering Health Network, Kettering, OH
Kim, Dr. Dong, Moreno Valley
     New Start Well Being Clinic
Knollwood Psychiatric Hospital and Chemical Dependency Center, Riverside

La Sierra University Church, Riverside
Lam, Richard C., MD, Inc., Temecula
Las Palmas OB/GYN, Rancho Mirage
     Palm Springs OB/GYN
Life Connect Medical, Rancho Mirage
Lifestyle Medical, Riverside
Linda Valley Care Center and Linda Valley Villa, Loma Linda
Loma Linda Academy Children’s Center, Loma Linda

Loma Linda Psychiatric Medical Group, Colton
LLUH Facilities:
     Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center, Redlands
     Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital, Loma Linda
     Loma Linda University East Campus Hospital, Loma Linda 
     Loma Linda University Family Medical Group, Loma Linda
     Loma Linda University Health Care, Loma Linda
     Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda
     Loma Linda University Medical Center, Murrieta
     Loma Linda University Pediatrics, Loma Linda

Mackey, Dr. Timothy, Riverside
Malek Medicine, Long Beach

Manzoor A. Kazi Medical Associates, Palm Desert
Memorial Care Saddleback Medical Center, Laguna Hills

MLK Community Healthcare, Los Angeles
Mission Healthcare, San Diego

Mt. of Olives Children’s Home, Mexico

Mt. San Antonio Gardens, Pamona
Mohideen, Namita, MD., Pediatric Clinic, Upland
Mokabberi, Rasoul, MD., Santa Ana
Moreno Valley Urgent Care, Moreno Valley
Mountains Community Hospital, Lake Arrowhead
Mukergee, Dr. Kamana, Riverside
Mukherjee, Dr. Ashis, San Bernardino
     Inland Heart and Vascular Medical Associates

Naval Medical Center, San Diego
Neighborhood Healthcare, Escondido

Ngo, Visal, DO, Long Beach

Ontario-Montclair School District, Ontario
Optum HealthCare Partners Affiliates Medical Group, Southern California

Palm Springs Unified School District, Palm Springs

Physicians for Healthy Hospitals, Inc.
     Hemet Valley Medical Center, Hemet
     Menifee Valley Medical Center, Menifee
Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest, San Diego
     Planned Parenthood, Carlsbad
     Planned Parenthood, Moreno Valley
     Planned Parenthood, Riverside
Pomona Community Health Center, Pomona
Premium Care Clinic, Loma Linda
Providence Health System – Southern California, Torrance

Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego
Ramos, Dr. Jasmine, Palm Desert
Rancho Family Medical Group, Temecula
Redlands Community Hospital, Redlands
     Redlands Community Hospital Outreach Clinic, Redlands
Redlands Healthcare, Redlands
Reyes, Dr. Patricia, LaQuinta
Rising Stars Business Academy, Moreno Valley
Riverside Community College District
     Moreno Valley College, Moreno Valley
     Norco College, Norco
     Riverside City College, Riverside
Riverside Community Hospital, Riverside
Riverside County Department of Mental Health, Riverside
Riverside Medical Clinic, Riverside (corporate)
     Riverside Medical Clinic, Riverside (5 locations)
     Riverside Medical Clinic, Corona, Murrieta, Eastvale & Temescal Valley locations
Riverside Mission Pediatric Medical Group, Riverside
Riverside University Health System-Medical Center, Riverside
Robinson, Dr. Magda, San Bernardino
Ross Legacy Medical Group, Mission Viejo

SAC Health System, San Bernardino
The Salvation Army, San Bernardino
Samaritan Health Services, Corvallis, OR
San Bernardino City Unified School District, San Bernardino
San Bernardino County Department of Aging and Adult services, San Bernardino
San Bernardino County Department of Public Health, San Bernardino
     Ontario Clinic
     Redlands Clinic
     San Bernardino Clinic
     Victor Valley Clinic, Hesperia
San Bernardino Medical Orthopedic Group
San Bernardino Physicians Associates, San Bernardino

San Gabriel Valley Health, South El Monte

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, Highland
Schwartz, Dr. Stanley H., Inc., Moreno Valley
Scripps Health, San Diego
Sharp Healthcare, San Diego
Shenkman, Heather, MD., Tarzana
Sherman Indian High School, Riverside
Shriners Hospital for Children, Los Angeles
Sierra Neuroscience Institute, Glendale
SOAR Charter Academy, San Bernardino
South Coast Medical Group, Aliso Viejo
Southern California Conference SDA Office of Education, Riverside
Southern California Emergency Medicine, San Bernardino
Sumalangcay, Godofreda B., MD, San Bernardino
Sun City Cardiology Medical Center, Sun City
Symba Center, Apple Valley
Symonett Family Medical Center, Colton

Telecare Corporation, Alameda
Tenet Health System Desert, Inc. (Desert Regional Medical Center), Palm Springs
Total Care Walk-In Clinic, Eastvale
Totally Kids, Loma Linda

UCLA Health Systems, Los Angeles

United Family Care, Fontana
     United Family Care, Rialto
     United Family Care, San Bernardino

United States University, San Diego
UREACH, Loma Linda

VA Hospital, Loma Linda
VA Los Angeles, Los Angeles
VA Long Beach Healthcare System, Long Beach
Valentine Medical Clinic, Riverside
Valley Women Care, Indio
Veronica's Home of Mercy, Mary's Mercy Center, Inc, San Bernardino
Victor Valley Pediatrics, Victorville
Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice of Southern California, Claremont

VIP Urgent Care, Palm Desert

VNA Care, Ontario

Valley Women Care, Indio

Veronica’s Home of Mercy, Mary’s Mercy Center, Inc, San Bernardino

Victor Valley Pediatrics, Victorville

Well-One Health Inc., Perris
White Memorial Medical Center, Los Angeles

YouthHope Foundation, Redlands

Primary full-time faculty

Megan Anderson

Angelika Ashburn

Michelle Ballou

Briana Beaver

Ashley Black

Nancy Brashear

Joanna Brogdon

Vanessa Chavez

Shawn Collins

Lydia Curteman

Lena Dailey

Salem Dehom

Tony Dharmaraj

Janet Donnelly

Rachel Dorsch

Sabine Dunbar

Amy Gow

Carigan Grino

Luchia Hansen

Lisa Hanson

Erin Heim

Lisa Highton

Gloria Huerta

Valerie Hutauruk

Vanessa Jones-Oyefeso

Terri Kim-Paden

Briana Kohler

Sara Larsen

Claire Loden

Anthony Lucero

Iris Mamier

Suparpun Manego

Joshua Masih

Kelly McHan

Keri Medina

Enrique (Eric) Molina

Ysis Mercado

Jan Marie Nick

Henry Nwosu

Jessica Padilla

Gemma Pangan

Judy Peters

Anne Berit Petersen

Mindy Potter

Robin Pueschel

Rachel Reidinger

Brandie Richards

Toby Richards

Karen Ripley

Lisa Roberts

Eunice Sandoval

Nancy Sarpy

MaryJo Schaarschmidt

Pamela Shaltz

Joanna Shedd

Whitney Steinkellner

Selam Stephanos

Beth Johnston Taylor

Courtney Tran

Fayette Nguyen Truax

Aribeth Trujillo

Cecilia Ulltjaern

Kathy Valdeverona

Hilda Vigil

Svetlana Welebir

Jessica Willemse

Nancy Wolfe

Dolores Wright

Joanna Yang

Amy Young

Zelne Zamora

Secondary faculty

Danilyn Angeles

Carl Collier

Ihab Dorotta

Wessam Labib

John Lenart

Robert Martin

Thomas Sweeney

Labib Wessam

John Zhang

Emeritus faculty

Becky A. Bosert

Shirley Bristol

Susan Lloyd

Margaret (Peggy) Burns

Katty Joy French

Dynnette E. Hart
Emerita Associate Dean

Marilyn H. Herrmann
Emerita Dean

Patricia Jones
Distinguished Emerita Professor

Christine Neish

Patricia Pothier

Edelweiss R. Ramal

Lois H. Van Cleve

Ruth S. Weber

Betty Winslow

Voluntary faculty

Anita Adorador

Judy Carmela Ang

Michelle Buckman

Betty Ferrell

Janet Kroetz

Sabah Langston

Alysee Larsen

Bonnie Meyer

Jennifer Mundall

Sofia Puerto

Michael Scofield

Hospital-based faculty

Karla A. Aryan

Norie Bencito-Acaac

Shayne Bigelow-Price

Jennifer Brown

Sarah S. Capalla

Ja-Yee Chu

Invest Joy Cocjin

Shana S. Fujimoto

Janine Gasper

Jamie Hankins

Michelle Harris

Kimberly Hillyer

Marie Hodgkins

Adriana Jacuinde

Margaretha Kasim

Susan Krider

Maria Letts

Susan R. Markovich

Mary Melwak

Jean Newbold

Jennifer Newcombe

Sherry l. Nolfe

Jennifer Olson

Allison Ong

Truphosa O. Otianga

Ricardo Padilla

Denise Petersen

Patricia Radovich

Jethrone Role

Helen Staples-Evans

Janelle Warren

Joseph Wilkinson

Gwendolyn Wysocki