Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University achieved a 96 percent NCLEX pass rate for the second consecutive year according to recently released data from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Director Joanna Willett of MCN’s Nursing Simulation Lab was a featured guest for MCN’s new podcast, MCN On Air. She sat down with podcast host, Noah Schlosser, on September 14, 2021, and shared her perspective on the unique experience offered to students in our lab. Here’s an excerpt of their conversation, highlighting Sim Lab features and explaining how this training translates to better preparation for MCN students.
How do you teach wound care staging to nurses and go beyond two-dimensional pictures for learning? Develop a collaborative relationship with Illinois State University Professor Dr. Chris Merill.
Dr. Valerie Wright was the first guest for MCN’s new podcast, MCN On Air. She sat down with podcast host, Noah Schlosser, on September 7, 2021, and shared her energy and insights around the Leadership Academy and CAUSE project. Here’s an excerpt of their conversation highlighting the unique elements of these offerings and their value to nursing students.
Sara Butcher is currently a student in the online RN to BSN dual enrollment program, graduating this year. This program allows students pursuing their associate degree in nursing at one of Mennonite College of Nursing’s partner colleges to begin working on their bachelor’s degree in nursing at Illinois State University before they graduate with their ADN.
Mennonite College of Nursing (MCN) at Illinois State University will host the 2nd Annual Symposium on Ambulatory Care on Friday, June 10, at the Alumni Center from 8:30 am–4 pm. Registration is open now.
Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University recently honored December graduates and three award winners at an event held at the Alumni Center.
MCN grads from the class of 1983 share the story of their lifelong friendship and reflect on their lives of impact as nurses.
Have you recently accepted an internship, a job, or graduate school? If so, your fellow Redbirds want to hear about it!
Dr. Mary Ryder, M.A. ’81, has a unique ISU bond. Her family’s 110-year connection spans four generations.
