Mrs. Magdelin Enich Nursing Department Chairperson

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2 Mrs. Magdelin Enich Nursing Department Chairperson

3 Nursing Education Practical Nurse LPN Registered Nurse RN A.A.S. Degree Community College B.S.N Degree University M.S.N University (specialty degrees) Doctoral Degrees - University Earn AAS Degree at Triton Become licensed R.N. Pursue B.S.N. at a University Triton partners with Benedictine University BSN completion program on Triton s campus

4 Triton s Nursing Program Associate Applied Science qualifies graduates for RN licensure Practical Nurse certificate is an option after one year and summer session. It can be an early exit option. Students are encouraged to remain for the full two years Admission criteria is the same for PN as the RN. PN is not a separate track.

5 Residency Program accepts qualified in-district students before out-of-district and international students For the purpose of Nursing admission, residency is place of residence, not employment address. Common practice of community college nursing programs.

6 In District Communities Bellwood Berkeley Broadview Brookfield (part) Elmwood Park Franklin Park Forest Park Harwood Heights (part) Hillside Hines LaGrange Park (part) Maywood Melrose Park Norridge (part) Northlake North Riverside Norwood Park (part) Oak Park River Forest River Grove Riverside Rosemont (part) Schiller Park Stone Park Westchester

7 Admission Deadlines Rolling Admission Cycle-Materials due For January admission (spring semester) Application Deadline is September 15 th (with applicants notified by December 15 th ) For August admission (fall semester) Application Deadline is January 15 (with applicants notified by April 15 th ) After March 15th with be notified by May 15 th (applicants eligible only if a seat is available) Any applicants received after June 1 st will be considered only if seats are still available Accepted applicants are randomly designated for fall and spring admission

8 Pre-requisites vs. General Education Requirements Pre-requisites must be completed prior to admission deadlines. General Education Requirements Required for PN certificate or AAS degree Not nursing courses While not required, it is very helpful to complete prior to the start of nursing courses. Some gen-eds are also pre-reqs to specific nursing courses.

9 Pre-requisites High School Graduate or GED Triton College Placement test if you have not previously completed college English & Math require 4 in reading, writing, and math. Nursing Pre-admission test TEAS required overall score of 58.7% Computer Proficiency or CIS100

10 Nursing Computer Literacy Complete the computer literacy requirement with CIS 100 course or evidence of: Word processing Internet Several online courses Dept communication is by online Nursing Student Forum the admission specialist to document having computer literacy skills via

11 Pre-requisites CHEMISTRY BIOLOGY ALGEBRA Must be equivalent to: CHM 110 or 140 BIS 101 or 103 MAT 055 or score of 4 on the placement test High School or College Level Pre-reqs must be within 5 years prior to program admission with a grade of C or better.

12 Pre-requisites All required math and science course will be considered only if completed within the last five years. The five year limit for biology and chemistry may be waived provided BIS 136 and BIS 240 is taken with five years of program entry.

13 Pre-requisites RHT 101 PSY 100 BIS 136 or 240 (completed within 5 years of program entry) Note BIS 240 is transferrable College level cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better is required for all three collegelevel course prerequisites. No substitutions

14 Pre-requisites NUR 105 INTRODUCTION TO NURSING ACADEMICS NUR 105 is a pre-requisite if students : Earn an pre-determined score on TEAS (58.7%-77%) Earned a C in math and science pre-requisites Graduated from High School within 8 months of program entry STUDENTS ENROLLED IN NUR 105 AS A PRE-REQUISITE MUST EARN A B OR BETTER TO BE OFFICALLY ACCEPTED INTO THE NURSING PROGRAM.

15 General Education Requirements Optional prior to admission EDU 206 (pre-requisite to NUR145) BIS 137 OR 241 BIS 122 prior to fall 12 BIS 222 begin fall 12 (pre-requisite to NUR 245/255) SOC 100 SPE 101 HUM 3 CREDIT HOURS

16 Summer LPN Exit Option Nursing Student LPN exit option: an option for nursing students who have completed the 1 st and 2 nd semesters of the nursing program. Program Pre-requisites = 10 credits Successful completion of semester 1 & 2 = 28 credits NUR 190 = 4 credits Comprehensive Exam required with an established minimum score Total credits for graduation = 42 credits

17 LPN Bridge LPN to Associate Degree Upward Mobility Pre-Requisites Completion of all Program Pre-requisites with a C or better. Illinois LPN license (active) NUR 105 if C - Biology, CHM, A & P, or pre-determined TEAS score. Students enrolled in NUR105 must earn a B or better. LPN who have completed State of Illinois approved pharmacology course or equivalent will petition to receive credit for NUR 146 and NUR 156 upon completion of NUR 185 Successful completion BIS 136/137or BIS 240/241 EDU 206 NUR 185 Transition from LPN to AD student = 5 Credits

18 Admission Process 1. Triton College Application 2. Attend an Information Session (OPTIONAL) 3. Apply to Nursing Program through the link listed below Have official transcripts sent to Triton College Records Department. Must complete a general petition requesting the transcripts to be evaluated Maintain an unofficial copy of transcripts for meeting with counselor.

19 Placement Test 5. Take College Placement tests if you have not previously completed college level English and math courses Room A 126, no appointment needed Given Mon - Thur 8 AM 8 PM Fri 8AM 4PM Sat 9 AM 2 PM Required score of 4 in reading, writing, math

20 Nursing Pre-admission test Test of Essential Academic Skills TEAS 6. Take the TEAS Multiple-choice assessment of basic academic knowledge in reading, mathematics, science and English and language usage deemed most appropriate and relevant to measure entry level skills and abilities of nursing program applicants. To schedule TEAS contact Triton College Testing Center Room A-126 (Learning Resource Center) Link to website information: or go to website Test requires advance registration (held in A 126) register early! Schedule testing ext 3341 Cost= $66.00 (cost may vary) Need a picture ID

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22 Resources for TEAS Academic Success Center - A-106 ext Provides a TEAS overview /study skills Tutors available for one-on-one assistance in each content area : Reading, Math, Writing, and English/Language usage ipad2 tablets available with TEAS study guide Library Circulation Desk ext or 3216 For room use only, Nursing Resource material (2) copies ATI Applicants may purchase study materials from the or Triton College bookstore. When ordering preparation material for the TEAS exam; please order for the 5.0 version of the test.

23 ADMISSION POINTS Minimum is 6 points, max is 10 points Work to earn the highest possible points Those not admitted one year are NOT automatically accepted for the following year they enter the pool of new applicants if they reapply through the student portal. Triton does NOT maintain a waiting list

24 ADMISSION POINTS 1. TEAS Test Scores (2-4 points possible) 2. G.P.A. for college level pre- requisites (1-4 points possible) 3. Previous College Academic History (0-2 points possible)

25 TEAS POINTS Exemplary 90% > Advanced 78% > Proficient 58.7% > 4 points 3 points 2 points

26 GPA POINTS GPA for College Level Pre-requisites: RHT 101, PSY 100, BIS 136 or 240 G.P.A. Points

27 Calculating GPA an example credit hrs x grade /total number of credits Earned grade of C = 2, B = 3, A = 4 Pre-req courses RHT 101 (3 credits) PSY 100 (3 credits) A & P I (4 credits) 10 credits X x x Grades earned C (2 points) = 6 C (2 points) = 6 B (3 points) = 12 24points/10 credits = 2.4 GPA NOT Qualified to be considered

28 GPA Points pts pts pts Maximum 10 points TEAS Scores = Points 90% = 4 points 78% = 3 points *58.7% =2 points * Must take NUR 105 Previously College Academic History No D or F = 0.5 pts No more than 1 semester W = 0.5 pts Previously earned Associate Degree = 0.5 pts Previously earned Bachelors Degree = 1.0 pts (Awarded either Associate Degree or Bachelors Degree cannot earn points for both degrees)

29 Additional Program Requirements CPR Health requirements Criminal background check CLEAR Start expunging or pardon procedure NOW Reference Drug screening Alcohol breath test Annual flu shots

30 Licensure Application Questions Convicted of a criminal offense Convicted of a felony Issued a Certificate of Relief from Disabilities by the Prisoner Review Board Health condition that interferes with ability to perform essential functions of profession Prior denial of a professional license or permit Dishonorable discharge from armed service or from a city, county, state or federal position Delinquent in complying with child support order Defaulted on educational loan or scholarship provided by IL Student Assistance Commission or other governmental agency of IL

31 Maintain Current Contact Information Keep contact information current and accurate with Admissions residency is what is on record Jan 1 st or at deadline dates If out of town during December through August, provide contact information to Admission Specialist, Lauren Hernandez in B 216E, ext 3723 If you do not respond by the deadlines your seat may be given to the next available student.

32 Make a Plan Identify desired date of program entry Determine number of semesters and summer sessions available to complete pre-requisites Evaluate finances, job and personal responsibilities Determine how many credits to take per semester and summer Modify desired date of program entry as necessary Designate which pre-reqs to take each semester and summer Include completion of program gen-eds in plan

33 TUITION NUR course tuition effective fall 13 In-district $ per credit hour Out-of-district $ per credit hour Non NUR courses In-district $113 per credit hr Out-of-district $ per credit hr Total cost for in-district students $13, in-district fees plus books, insurance, uniforms, etc. Tuition and fees subject to change at any time

34 STUDENT RESOURCES Financial Aid Office: B 216W, ext 3155 Federal & State Grants, awards & work study Local & private scholarships Student Loans Institutional awards Veteran s Office Programs B 216W, ext 3651 OR 3531 Triton Retraining Assistance Center (TRAC) B ext 3709 Chargeback programs B 216E, ext 3725, 3726

35 CONTACT INFORMATION Sandra Berryhill - Pre-nursing counselor A-106E EXT 3369 sandraberryhill@triton.edu Lauren Hernandez- Admission Specialist B216E EXT 3723 laurenhernadez@triton.edu

36 TIME MANAGEMENT Clock hours vs. credit hours Large number of clock hours 2-3 hours per week of study for every hour in class Travel to clinical agencies Family endeavor Need to balance other commitments to make time for nursing.

37 SOME CLINICAL AGENCIES British Home Central Baptist Village Lurie Children s Memorial Elmhurst Memorial Gottlieb Loyola Madden Res Medical Center St. Elizabeth s Westlake Hosp West Suburban

38 CLINICAL HOURS Days Tues/Wed AM, Thur/Fri AM, Sat/Sun AM Mon/Wed PM Mon/Fri PM Fri PM/Sat AM etc Times 12 hr 7 AM 7 PM 7 AM - 11:40 AM, 7AM 1:45 PM 3 PM - 8:50 PM, 4:30 PM - 10:20 PM etc Various combos to provide best clinical experiences and faculty Students need to be flexible Changes can occur and do occur anytime