Shawnee State University brings nursing program to Adena Regional Medical Center

Shawnee State University is expanding access to nursing education in Chillicothe, Ohio by bringing its bachelor of science in nursing program to the PACCAR Medical Education Center, located within the Adena Regional Medical Center. The expansion is part of an initiative by Shawnee State University to support workforce development in the region.

According to an article on Shawnee State University’s website, Kimberley Dinsey-Read, who serves as the director of the university’s School of Nursing, was quoted as saying of the initiative, “Our region needs more nurses, and offering the BSN pathway in Chillicothe allows students to stay close to home while preparing for a critical, high-demand career. By partnering with Adena, we’re able to give students meaningful clinical experiences and support the health care workforce our communities depend on.”

The expansion of the program into Adena Regional Medical Center will make it so that students will have access to clinical experiences within a modern healthcare facility, preparing them for a career in a fast-paced clinical setting. Additionally, employees of Adena Regional Medical Center will have the opportunity to participate in the BSN pathway with employer tuition assistance and professional development.

Dr. Christine Raber, the dean of the College of Health and Human Services, said, “By offering our BSN program at the PACCAR Medical Education Center, we are removing barriers for students in Ross County and neighboring areas who want a high-quality nursing education. This partnership with Adena Health reflects our shared commitment to strengthening health care in Southern Ohio.”

Echoing these sentiments, Mike Diener, who serves as the president of Adena Regional Medical Center, said, “Expanding access to nursing education is an important investment in the health of our community. By hosting Shawnee State University’s BSN program on our campus, we’re making it easier for students and Adena caregivers to pursue advanced education locally, while strengthening the care available to our region.”

The bachelor of science in nursing program is currently offered in Portsmouth, Ohio, and is awaiting approval from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing to be offered in Chillicothe.

For more information about Shawnee State University, visit the school’s website.