Nursing Administration Degree

A nursing administration college degree program at Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill is a branch of nursing focused on the management of healthcare organizations, leadership skills, and a passion for excellence within patient care. Success in Nursing Administration requires attention to detail, problem solving skills, and strong management skills to resolve many issues that arise in a healthcare facility. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer nursing administration degrees.

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Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill

1600 Woodland Road, Abington, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill, a public institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Schuylkill Haven, PA, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately 1,000 students enroll at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill yearly.

Students may select from several areas of study, including:

• Psychology
• Radiology Technician
• Criminal Justice
• Business Administration

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill. A score within the range of 1140 - 1450 on the SAT, or 14 - 22 for the ACT is common among accepted students. Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill admits about 80% of applicants. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 51% enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.psu.edu.

Tuition & fees at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs close to $14,000 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 annually. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $6,100 for the year. Students attending Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Students who wish to see more about this school may visit their website at http://www.sl.psu.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Medical and Health Services Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical and health services managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $58.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $120710
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $53.99
  • Average Annual Salary: $112300
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 630
  • Average Hourly Rate: $56.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $117450

Registered Nurses

Description

Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).