About Trinity School of Nursing
Our Mission
The purpose of the Trinity Health System School of Nursing is to prepare a beginning professional nurse. The program assists individuals to achieve curriculum outcomes and demonstrate professional competencies necessary to practice in a variety of health care settings and incorporates the core values of Trinity Health System.
Our Vision
To assist students to achieve educational outcomes which prepare them to meet the holistic health care needs of individuals, families, and communities throughout the life span.
Our Values
Compassion
- Care with listening, empathy and love.
- Accompany and comfort those in need of healing.
Excellence
- Serve with fullest passion, creativity and stewardship.
- Exceed expectations of others and ourselves.
Inclusion
- Celebrate each person’s gifts and voice.
- Respect the dignity of all.
Collaboration
- Commit to the power of working together.
- Build and nurture meaningful relationships.
Integrity
- Inspire trust through honesty.
- Demonstrate courage in the face of inequity.
More about us...
Trinity School of Nursing has a rich history and a bright future! Whether you’re an alumnus of the school, a current student, or a potential applicant, you’ll find more details about our traditions and approach here on our website.
Our History of the Hospital and School of Nursing
Trinity Health System School of Nursing was originally founded in 1912 as The Ohio Valley Hospital School of Nursing. Previously known as the Training School for Women Nurses, the School graduated its first class of three nurses in 1915. The School was renamed the Trinity Health System School of Nursing in 1996 with the affiliation between Ohio Valley Hospital and St. John Medical Center. Throughout the School’s history, over 2000 nurses have been awarded the distinctive pin of the Ohio Valley Hospital/Trinity Health System School of Nursing. The School has consistently maintained a distinguished record of achievement in education and in meeting the healthcare needs of the community.
Trinity Health System is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care. With its national office in Chicago and a team of approximately 150,000 employees and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, CommonSpirit Health operates 142 hospitals and more than 700 care sites across 21 states. The School of Nursing is a department of Trinity Health System
The Trinity Health System School of Nursing is a 2 year RN diploma nursing education program and is accredited/approved by:
Ohio Board of Nursing – Full-five year Approval – Effective September 18, 2019
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
The diploma nursing program at Trinity Health System School of Nursing located in Steubenville, Ohio is accredited by the
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400,
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404)975-5000
https://www.acenursing.org/
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the diploma nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at https://www.acenursing.org/acen-programs-05202024/trinity-health-system
Certified by the Ohio Department of Higher Education for awarding grant funds.
Approved by the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools
(Certificate of Registration Number: 2192)
Our governing organization, Trinity Health System, is accredited by The Joint Commission effective date November 17, 2017.
For information regarding the School’s current approval or accreditation status or any correspondence may be addressed to:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE
Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
P: (404) 975-5000
F: (404) 975-5020
E: [email protected]
www.acenursing.org
Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools
30 East Broad Street, Suite 2481
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 466-2752
Fax: (614) 466-2219
Toll Free (877) 275-4219
E-mail : [email protected]
Ohio Board of Nursing
17 South High Street, Suite 400
Columbus, OH 43215-7410
P: (614) 466-3947
F: (614) 466-0388
www.nursing.ohio.gov
An affiliate of the Helene Fuld Health Trust
The School is affiliated with two modern progressive medical centers; Trinity Medical Center East and Trinity Medical Center West, that provide student clinical learning experiences in both out-patient and in-patient acute medical/ surgical care, specialty units, extended-care, rehabilitative care, and health clinic settings. Trinity Medical Center East/West are accredited by The Joint Commission and hold institutional membership in the Ohio Hospital Association and the Voluntary Hospital Association of America. Community affiliations are utilized to augment the students’ clinical experiences.
Trinity Health System School of Nursing has a consortium agreement with Belmont College to provide instruction for all non-nursing courses within the curriculum. Belmont College is an accredited co-educational institution. The college was chartered for operation in 1971 as a public college by the Ohio Board of Regents. It is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. Students receive full credit for college courses through this consortium agreement. Classes are taught by Belmont College faculty and are held at Trinity School of Nursing.
Trinity Health System School of Nursing and Chamberlain University established an Education Agreement in March of 2020. This Agreement allows employees, faculty, or graduates of Trinity Health System School of Nursing to enroll in Chamberlain College of Nursing’s online programs or Chamberlain College of Health Professionals online programs and receive a waiver of the application fee and incorporates all current and future programs offered by Chamberlain University in Ohio. This Agreement assists graduates and faculty in the fulfillment of Trinity Health System School of Nursing’s promotion of continuing formal education. The definition of Education is the foundation of the School of Nursing’s Philosophy.
Chamberlain University is comprised of the College of Nursing, which offers a three-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program and flexible post-licensure programs such as the RN to BSN degree completion option, Master of Science in Nursing degree program, Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program and graduate certificates and the College of Health Professions, which offers a Master of Public Health degree program and a Master of Social Work degree program. Chamberlain University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post graduate APRN certificate program at Chamberlain University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). For the most updated accreditation information, visit chamberlain.edu/accreditation.
1. Graduation from High School or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) Certificate, or equivalent*
*Trinity School of Nursing will consider the following appropriate documentation of high school graduation or equivalency:
- Official high school transcript. OR
- Official GED certificate or transcript sent directly from the Department of
Education of the state in which the test was taken. OR - An academic transcript of a student who has successfully completed an Associate’s Degree or a Bachelor’s Degree at an accredited institution
2. GPA Requirement
All accepted applicants must meet the GPA (grade point average) requirement in one of the following ways:
- Most recent cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above (at the time of acceptance) OR
- Successful completion of college level Anatomy/Physiology or Microbiology with a B or above
3. Preadmission Course Requirement
All accepted applicants must achieve:
- Algebra I in high school (1 credit) with a C or above (or college course equivalent)
- Chemistry I in high school (1 credit) with a C or above (or college course equivalent)
4. TEAS Test
All accepted applicants must meet the minimum required score on the TEAS Test
For students entering in Fall 2024 and beyond: Minimum score – 58%
5. ACT/SAT Recommended
For applicants that graduated from high school within the past 2 years
- An American College Test (ACT) score with a composite score of 21 or above OR
- A Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) score with a combined score 1070 or above (EBRW + Math)
If Trinity School of Nursing or the Department of Education has reason to believe that the high school diploma is not valid or was not obtained from an entity approved to provide secondary education, the Coordinator of Student Affairs in the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid at Trinity School of Nursing will evaluate the validity of a student’s high school completion. To confirm the validity of the high school transcript, the Coordinator of Student Affairs will verify that the official high school transcript was received directly from the high school or the approved third party transcript servicer utilized by the high school. If the transcript was hand delivered, it must be received in a sealed, unopened envelope from the school. The transcript must also contain a graduation date and signature, school seal, or notary stamp. If the Trinity School of Nursing has reason to believe that the school is not an entity approved to provide secondary education, the Coordinator of Student Affairs will confirm with the relevant department or agency in the state in which the secondary school is located that the secondary school is recognized as a provider of secondary school education. Alternatively, the school can be searched for in the list of public and private institutions on the U.S. Department of Education website
One of the goals of the School of Nursing is to be transparent and to equip interested applicants with information to make informed decisions regarding their educational choices. We want to set students up for success. Although students can enter the program directly from high school, due to the intensity of this very demanding program, the average high school student would benefit from taking some college classes prior to entrance. This would provide the opportunity to refine study skills and test taking abilities, acclimate to the college environment, and transfer credit for at least some of the college courses that are part of our curriculum.
Students are encouraged to complete the application process, including taking the TEAS test, by April 1.
Preference will be given to these students. The school will continue to consider, review, and accept applicants after that date, pending available space in the class.
1. Submit completed Application for Admission
2. Submit $25.00 application fee (refundable only in accordance with Cancellation and Settlement Policy).
3. Submit official high school transcript or, if applicable, a GED certificate.
4. Submit official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended (unofficial transcripts may be accepted with official transcripts to follow).
5. Register to take the TEAS test.
6. After application, application fee, high school transcript, college transcripts, and TEAS test scores have been received, the admission file will be reviewed. Admission file will not be reviewed until all admission materials have been received.
7. Applicants who BEST meet the preadmission requirements will be offered admission to the school first. If not offered admission after the initial review of the file, the file will continue to be reviewed for admission consideration until a class has been filled.
The School of Nursing reserves the right to schedule personal interviews with eligible applicants or request references (a relative may not give a reference).
All documents become the permanent property of the School. If an applicant does not enter the program in the year for which they are applying for admission, the submitted documents will be retained for one year. After one year, the documents will be destroyed, unless the applicant requests that the file be kept for admission consideration in a subsequent year.
The School reserves the right to modify these requirements to determine eligibility as prescribed by the Faculty.
Test of Essential Academic Skills
All prospective students must take the ATI TEAS exam as part of the application process. The score received on the TEAS will be used along with the other preadmission requirements to evaluate a student for acceptance to the school.
What is the TEAS Test?
The ATI TEAS exam is designed to assess a student’s preparedness to enter a nursing program. This multiple-choice exam contains 170 test items designed to test basic academic skills in the areas of reading, math, science, and English and language usage.
How much does the TEAS Test cost?
For a limited time during the 2023-2024 academic year, there will be no cost to the student for the TEAS test. Once the current supply of previously purchased tests have been depleted, the cost of the TEAS test will be $70. You can call 740-266-1230 to see if the free tests are still available.
How do I register for the TEAS test?
The test can be scheduled by emailing [email protected] .The student will receive a form in response to the email. After submitting the form, a staff member from the EGCC Testing Center will get in contact with the student to schedule the test and give additional details. When completing the form, the student should indicate that they are taking the test for Trinity School of Nursing.
How long does the test take and when should I arrive?
The test will take approximately 3.5 hours. Most test takers will take the test online from their home. There will be limited availability to take the test in person onsite at EGCC.
What should I bring to the test?
You will be given additional information regarding what you should bring to the test when you schedule the test.
What if I have already taken the TEAS test?
Trinity School of Nursing will accept a TEAS test that has been completed in the past.
How should I prepare for the TEAS test?
We highly recommend that you review and prepare prior to taking the TEAS test. The 2022-2023 ATI TEAS Study Manual is available for purchase at the ATI online store (www.atitesting.com/teas/study-manual).
The ATI TEAS Prep Plus: 2 Practice Tests + Proven Strategies + Online (Kaplan Test Prep) is available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1506234569?pf_rd_r=RKPPVPEFKN6G4AE0BFN4&pf_rd_p=edaba0ee-c2fe-4124-9f5d-b31d6b1bfbee.
What is a passing score?
All accepted applicants must meet the minimum required score on the TEAS Test
For students entering in Fall 2024 and beyond:
Minimum score – 58%
For students entering LPN to RN track in January 2024:
- Minimum score – 62%
How will I get my score?
TEAS scores will be available to students immediately following the exam. Test scores should also be available online at www.atitesting.com after completing the exam. You must log in to the ATI website to obtain your test scores. If you cannot remember your username/password or if you do not see your test scores, you must contact ATI at the phone number listed on their web site.
I didn’t score well on the test. Can I take it again?
If you take the test once and feel you could improve your score, you may retake the test again one time during the admission cycle. You can only take the test 2 times in any given admission cycle. You must wait at least 30 days before you can take the test a second time.
If the desired score is not achieved, it is recommended that students utilize the ATI TEAS Focused Review that is available through your account. The Focused Review will highlight areas for improvement and provide feedback to increase scores for future attempts.
What if I have additional questions?
Please contact Trinity School of Nursing Office of Admissions and Financial Aid at 740-266-1230 with any additional questions.
Philosophy
The philosophy of the Trinity Health System School of Nursing is reflective of faculty beliefs and is in accord with the mission of the Trinity Health System. The School of Nursing fulfills its responsibility to society by preparing a professional nurse who practices safely and ethically within the hospital or other health care settings
Nursing
Nursing, as an applied art and science, is based on a specialized body of knowledge including the natural and behavioral sciences. As a dynamic, multi-dimensional health profession, nursing utilizes judgment and skill in providing service to individuals, families and society. The practice of nursing is guided by current legal, ethical and professional standards.
The goal of nursing is to assist individuals and families in achieving their optimum level of health. Nursing utilizes the principles of natural and behavioral sciences as a foundation for practice. Effective communication and application of the nursing process are utilized to provide comprehensive nursing care. To enhance delivery of care, nursing adapts health teaching to meet the needs of individuals and families, collaborates with members of the health team, fosters support systems, promotes community resources, and maintains current legal and ethical standards in all aspects of nursing care.
The individual is a unique, complex being comprised of biological, psychological, spiritual, and social entities, whose relationship with the environment is continuous and interactive. The individual’s environment is comprised of internal and external components. The internal environment includes the interacting biological, spiritual, and psychological entities. The external environment consists of society as it interacts with the individual’s social entities. Society is comprised of individuals, families and communities sharing common goals. Society possesses structure, values and beliefs which influence individual behavior. Society adapts as knowledge, resources and technology change.
Health
Health is a dynamic state of optimal wellness, influenced by the individual’s environment. Health exists in the presence and absence of illness. Each individual has the potential to achieve an optimal level of health and the right to make decisions about health care.
Education
Education is a life-long, dynamic, participative process through which the learner’s potential is actualized. Education provides a means by which individuals expand knowledge and accomplish goals. The educational process prepares the learner to assume increasing responsibility and self-direction for continued personal and professional growth.
Learning
Learning is the process of acquiring knowledge and skills, is evidenced by changes in behavior, and progresses from simple to complex. Learning occurs best in an open, stimulating environment where the learner and the educator are mutually responsible for the learning process.
The School fulfills its responsibility to the student by providing an educational environment that facilitates the learning process. The faculty guides the learning process and provides an environment that encourages critical thinking and systematic inquiry. The student assumes responsibility for active participation in the learning process.
The faculty is responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating the student’s learning experiences according to the mission/vision/values and quality principles/objectives of the program. The administration, faculty and staff endeavor to provide competent role models and student services to meet the needs of the student.
Unifying Concepts of Learning
- Communication
- Health team
- Community resources
- Nursing process
- Scientific base for nursing practice
- Patient/client and family
- Health teaching
- Legal and ethical standards of nursing practice
Curriculum Outcomes
The student will:
- Combine all modes of communication in relationships with patients, clients, families and others.
- Plan with the health team to meet the comprehensive needs of patients, clients and families.
- Formulate appropriate community referrals for patients, clients, and families.
- Develop the nursing process to meet the comprehensive needs of patients, clients, and families.
- Design application of natural and behavioral science principles as the foundation of nursing practice.
- Assemble support systems of patients, clients, and families.
- Design health teaching to promote quality health care.
- Infer current legal and ethical standards in all aspects of nursing practice.
Contact Admissions
All inquiries or correspondence for admission should be directed to the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid at the School of Nursing between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Phone: 740-266-1230
E-mail: [email protected]
Fax: 740-266-2710