The Nursing Division at William Penn University is dedicated to preparing graduates with the leadership skills necessary for success in a dynamic and diverse healthcare environment. Grounded in the program’s outcomes and the university’s mission and principles, the curriculum equips students with the knowledge and expertise needed for professional nursing practice. Emphasizing Dr. Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring and the Ten Caritas Processes, the program fosters complex decision-making skills that enable students to deliver safe, holistic care to individuals and communities. Through this approach, William Penn University’s Nursing Division nurtures compassionate, skilled professionals committed to making a meaningful impact in healthcare.
Majors on Campus
Majors Online
Learning Environments
Nursing majors are exposed to a variety of learning environments. These include experiential learning in health care settings or in the community. Students are also encouraged to meet with their faculty advisors to enhance their success in the nursing program.
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Nursing Approval
The William Penn University RN-BSN Program is approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing. See the IBON Nursing Education Programs Approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing.
The William Penn University Pre-licensure BSN program has interim approval from the Iowa Board of Nursing.
The baccalaureate program at William Penn University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
William Penn University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Careers
Nursing majors are eligible for a variety of health care jobs upon receiving their BSN degree from William Penn University. Possibilities include professional staff nursing and leadership roles. The graduate will also be prepared to progress in their career through pursuit of advanced nursing degrees. Search thousands of entry level jobs, externships and scholarship opportunities on CampusRN.
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Nursing Scholarships
Scholarships and institutional grants are available for nurses. Please contact the Nursing Department for more information at 641-673-1298 or grimv@wmpenn.edu.
What To Expect
Our program has a unique health leadership focus! Students can begin immediately after graduation from a registered nurse program or practicing nurses can jump right in (licensure is required beginning second semester)! Finish in 12 months with no prerequisites!
William Penn University’s program offers the nurse a collaborative learning environment with lively discussion and nurse networking.
Our program provides a comprehensive review of health assessment for the first class. In second and third terms, students analyze concepts related to professionalism and caring for themselves and their patients within a new leadership experience. In the final term, students engage in assessing populations and organizations; then applying this new knowledge by utilizing research methods that may impact the quality of healthcare in their workplace. In addition, students learn about nursing informatics and improving their own health!
Contact Information
| Name | Office Phone | Title | Office | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kimberly Brown | 641-673-1182 | Director of Nursing | Penn 215 | |
| Ashley Goytia | 641-673-1130 | Clinical Coordinator, Instructor of Nursing | PAC 303 | |
| Jay Schelhaas | 641 673 1299 | Assistant Director of Nursing, Instructor of Nursing | PAC 303 | |
| Kendra Leimbach | 641-673-1321 | Instructor of Nursing | PAC 314 |
Student Profile
Abby Wilson’s journey at William Penn has been full of unexpected turns, hard-earned victories, and a passion for helping others. A former softball player from Calgary, she arrived with dreams of medical school, but found her true calling in nursing. Through research, hands-on healthcare experiences, and a strong campus community, she’s embraced every challenge. Now, as graduation nears, she reflects on the friendships and experiences that made William Penn her home.