Bradley University, founded in 1897, is a private, non-profit university, located in Peoria, Illinois.In 1956, the Department of Nursing was established and offers an on-campus option for students to become Registered Nurses ( RN) as well as online undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.Graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX- RN exam and then be eligible for state RN licensure. Students can start the program right after high school, enter as transfer students and/or seek the BSN if he or she is an LPN or an RN with an Associate's degree or diploma in nursing.There is an Accelerated program available for those who have a bachelor's degree in another field, but would like to pursue a BSN and career path in nursing. This program is 15-months in length.
Those who complete the program are eligible to sit for the NCLEX- RN licensure exam to become licensed as an RN in his or her individual state.Graduate level programs are designed for nurses who want to advance their degree and enter a specialty. Specialties include nursing administration, education, or solely an MSN-general. There are traditional students who start with no degree and obtain the MSN degree as well as BSN- MSN and RN- MSN programs for nurses who want to continue.UndergraduateBSNStudents can start as freshmen, but do not start clinical rotations until the sophomore year.LPN- BSNThe Licensed Practical Nurse is awarded up to 11 hours of credit for his or her prior learning. Following completion of NUR 300 and 310 with a minimum grade of 'C', the student may enroll in required junior nursing courses. A total of 60 hours can be transferred from a community college.RN to BSNRegistered Nurses are awarded up to 3 hours of credit for their prior learning. There is a maximum of 66 hours that can be transferred from a community college. 124 semester hours must be completed for the BSN degree.GraduateMaster of Science in Nursing ( MSN) AdministrationThis program is designed for the nurse who would like to begin a career path in management within a variety of healthcare settings.Master of Science in Nursing ( MSN) EducationThis program is designed to prepare the nurse to meet minimum teaching requirements as set forth by the State of Illinois Nurse Practice Act.The MSN Nursing Administration program meets the minimum State of Illinois Nurse Practice Act requirements and prepares the RN for the doctoral level of study.
Learners are prepared to sit for one of the certifications offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE).Certificate in Nursing EducationThe program is designed for post- MSN graduates who would like to gain the knowledge of theory and practice of nursing education.Master of Science In Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner ( MSN-FNP)This program provides the opportunity for licensed registered nurses who hold a BSN to become master’s prepared family nurse practitioners. MONEY Magazine ranked Bradley University #296 Best Colleges For Your Money (2018).Bradley University has been recognized as one of the Top 10 schools in the U.S.
.Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice: University of Michigan-Flint in 2018.Master of Business Administration: Western Governors University in 2013.Master of Science in Nursing: Uniformed Service University of the Health Sciences in 1998.Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Minnesota State University at Mankato in 1993BiographyHe started his CRNA career in the Army serving four years active duty including one tour in Bosnia. After the Army, he worked in Kentucky for two years before moving to Indiana in 2004. He started an anesthesia company with his businesspartner and co-owner where he currently works as chief of operations. Stelflug’s career has included working in different anesthesia care team models and independent practice.
He enjoys all types of anesthesia with a preference for pediatricand regional anesthesia. He has served on medical missions to Guatemala and Haiti.Dr.
Stelflug has served on committees and on the board of the Indiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists including two terms as president. He currently serves as Chair of Professional Development. He also was elected to serve one year on theAANA’s Nominating Committee. He is a Friend for Life of the AANA Foundation.On a personal note, Dr. Stelflug is married with 5 children. His oldest is a recent graduate of Marian University’s nursing program. Him and his wife have been foster parents for over 12 years.
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He is an avid runner and triathlete. He is active inpromoting inclusion in sports with the group Ainsley’s Angels.