Nursing Career Guide. Earn Your BSN in 3.5 Years. PN in 12 months ADN in 18 months RN-to-BSN in 12 months

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1 R S AM NU SI N G PROGR Nursing Career Guide Three programs to choose from with our ladder-approach to nursing education! PN in 12 months ADN in 18 months RN-to-BSN in 12 months Earn Your BSN in 3.5 Years

2 HONDROS NURSES Setting the Standard for the Future of Nursing Imagine a career where helping to improve the lives of patients and families is a daily mission. Nursing is an art and a science that provides a human service. It integrates biological principles, behavioral sciences, technological theories, research and caring to assist individuals and families to reach their maximum health potential. More options are available for nurses than ever before. As members of the health care team, nurses may practice in acute care facilities, long term care agencies, home health environments and a variety of specialized settings. Additional areas of practice may include alternative and complementary therapies, pharmaceutical sales, nursing education and research. For information on the current state of the nursing profession, as well as industry projections, visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics website at At Hondros College, we believe: Students with a passion for success can achieve their goals with our focused and unique approach to education. Education requires a balance of technical skills along with compassion, critical thinking and effective communication skills. We provide the best education for our students by: - Stimulating and developing each students abilities and enhancing individual growth - Maintaining a team of professional faculty with extensive real world experience - Establishing the highest standards of professional capabilities and ethical conduct - Providing educational growth opportunities throughout their career. A message from our faculty There are many reasons to explore nursing as a career. Nurses have the privilege of being with others during life s most powerful experiences. Imagine beginning each day looking forward to the challenge and fulfillment ahead as you help bring a new life into the world or provide comfort to someone in need. Nurses are often referred to as the faces of caring. It is no wonder year after year nurses are voted as the most honest and ethical of all professions. The nursing programs at Hondros College reflect these values of caring, honesty and integrity and are designed to help those interested in nursing achieve their career goals from practical nursing through the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). The faculty, staff and administration of the college are here to help you become the nurse of tomorrow. Best wishes on your educational endeavors! B

3 NURSING PROGRAMS LOCATIONS ACCREDITATION & LOCATIONS Westerville/Columbus area Main Campus 4140 Executive Parkway Westerville, OH From North or South: From I-71 Exit onto I-270 East. Exit onto Rt. 161 (Exit 30) and head East towards New Albany. Take the Sunbury Road Exit (1st exit). Go North on Sunbury Road towards McDonalds. Turn left (West) onto Executive Parkway. Our facility is on the right. From East or West: Rt Follow Exit for Sunbury Rd. Go North onto Sunbury Road. Turn left (West) onto Executive Parkway. Executive Parkway is the first traffic light, by McDonalds. Our facility is on the right. West Chester/ Cincinnati area Branch Campus 7600 Tyler s Place Blvd. West Chester, OH HONDROS To West Chester campus From I-75 South: Exit onto Tylersville Road (exit 22). Turn right at Tylersville Road. Turn right on Tyler s Place and follow this around the curve until you see Mercy Health Center on the left. Turn right into Tylers Business Park. Hondros College School of Nursing is the farthest building close to the freeway at To West Chester campus From I-75 North: Exit onto Tylersville Road (exit 22). Turn left at Tylersville Road. Turn right on Tyler s Place and follow this around the curve until you see Mercy Health Center on the left. Turn right into Tylers Business Park. Hondros College School of Nursing is the farthest building close to the freeway at Fairborn/Dayton area Branch Campus 1810 Successful Drive Fairborn, OH HONDROS ( ) From I-675 North or South: Exit at Dayton-Yellow Springs Road (Exit 20). Turn right (East) onto Dayton-Yellow Springs Road. Turn left (North) onto Commerce Center Blvd. Turn right (East) onto Successful Drive. There is a New Horizons Computer Learning Center on this corner. Follow Successful Drive to our facility, the last building on the right. From I-75 South: Exit onto I-70 East (Exit 61A). Exit onto I-675 South towards Fairborn/Cincinnati (Exit 44A). Exit at Dayton-Yellow Springs Road (Exit 20). Turn right (East) onto Dayton-Yellow Springs Road. Turn left (North) onto Commerce Center Blvd. Turn right (East) onto Successful Drive. There is a New Horizons Computer Learning Center on this corner. Follow Successful Drive to our facility, the last building on the right. Independence/Cleveland area Branch Campus 4100 Rockside Road, Independence, OH HONDROS From South: North on I-77. Exit onto Rockside Rd. (Exit 155). Turn left (West) onto Rockside Rd. Drive approximately 1/2 mile. Turn left onto Oak Tree Blvd South. At the 1st drive on the right side of the street, turn right (There will be a white sign that says Indiana Wesleyan University). Follow the drive in the parking lot until you see a smaller white sign on the right with our address of Turn right. Hondros is located on the 2nd Floor of the Indiana Wesleyan Univ. building. From North: South on I-77. Exit onto Rockside Rd. (Exit 155). Turn right (West) onto Rockside Road. Drive approximately 1/2 mile. Turn left onto Oak Tree Blvd South. At the 1st drive on the right side of the street, turn right (There will be a white sign that says Indiana Wesleyan University & VFW). Follow the drive in the parking lot until you see a smaller white sign on the right with our address of Turn right. Hondros is located on the 2nd Floor of the Indiana Wesleyan Univ. building. From East: Eastbound Rockside Road traffic will have access to turn right into the driveway directly across the street from Longhorn Steakhouse. Hondros College is located on the 2nd Floor of the Indiana Wesleyan University building. Other Important Numbers Admissions HONDROS ( ) admissions@hondros.edu Transcripts/Grades (614) registrar@hondros.edu Library (614) library@hondros.edu Financial Assistance I just wanted to send you an thanking you for everything you did for me. I found out today that I passed NCLEX. I wanted to thank you for pushing me to my fullest potential to pass the HESI. I wouldn t have had the chance to take the NCLEX had I not passed the HESI!! Thank you for everything! In all honesty, I wouldn t be where I am today without you! Thank you for believing in me! - Jennifer Isaac, ADN graduate HONDROS nursing.hondros.edu

4 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) promote the health and well being of individuals under the direction of licensed physicians, advanced practice nurses, registered nurses, dentists, optometrists, chiropractors, and podiatrists. As an LPN, you will provide direct nursing care in a variety of health care settings. You may perform routine laboratory tests, administer medications, monitor intravenous therapy and contribute to the patient s plan of care. Registered nurses (RNs) treat and care for patients, educate patients on various medical conditions, and provide support for a patient s family. An RN is responsible for recording a patient s medical history and current symptoms, assessing the patient, performing diagnostic tests, administering treatments, and maintaining IV lines. The RN is responsible for establishing the plan of care, assigning tasks to LPNs and delegating to unlicensed assistive personnel. Nurses with BSN degrees and advanced education are in growing demand. In October 2010, the Institute of Medicine released its landmark report on The Future of Nursing, initiated by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, which called for increasing the number of baccalaureate-prepared nurses in the workforce to 80% by The expert committee charged with preparing the evidence-based recommendations in this report state that to respond to the demands of an evolving health care system and meet the changing needs of patients, nurses must achieve higher levels of education. NURSING PROGRAMS Classes for all nursing programs begin in January, April, July and October. PRACTICAL NURSING DIPLOMA PROGRAM - DESIGNED TO TAKE FOUR QUARTERS The PN program is offered at the Westerville, West Chester, Fairborn and Independence campuses. Students will begin clinical experience in their first term, providing immediate opportunities to apply nursing theory to practice. The program requires approximately 12 hours of clinical practice per week depending on the course. Clinical shifts are usually 6-12 hours in length, and may be scheduled during the day, evening, or on the weekends. ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING PROGRAM - DESIGNED TO TAKE SIX QUARTERS The ADN program is currently offered at the Westerville, West Chester, Fairborn and Independence campuses. Applicants must be an LPN in order to enroll, or have completed the PN program with Hondros College. Students will take classroom, online and clinical courses for a total of 6 quarters. The program requires approximately 12 hours of clinical practice per week depending on the course. Clinical shifts are usually 6-12 hours in length, and may be scheduled during the day, evening, or on the weekends. RN-TO-BSN PROGRAM - TAKES AS LITTLE AS FOUR QUARTERS Must be an RN to begin the RN-to-BSN program. The RN-to-BSN program is offered online. The program allows students a choice of externship settings. The program can be completed in as little as 12 months if attending full-time. Students have the option to attend full-time or part-time. 2

5 Nursing is a vast career where there are many areas in which to specialize, such as: Ambulatory care Critical care Trauma Nurses Transport Nurses Holistic Nurses Home Health Care Nurses Hospice Nurses Infusion Nurses Long term care Nurses Medical Surgical Nurses Occupational Health Nurses Nurse Anesthetist Peri-Operative Nurses Radiology Nurses Transplant Nurses Addictions Nurses Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Nurses Genetics Nurses Diabetes Management Nurses HIV/AIDS Nurses Oncology Nurses Wounds, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Cardiovascular Nurses Dermatology Nurses Gastroenterology Nurses Obstetrical Nurses Nephrology Nurses Neuroscience Nurses Opthamalogic Nurses Orthopedic Nurses Respiratory Nurses Neonatology Nurses Pediatric Nurses Clinical Nurse Specialists School Nurses Nurse Practitioners Flight Nurses Nurse Educators STANDARDIZED ENTRANCE EXAM This information is for the PN and ADN Programs PRE-REGISTRATION FOR THE STANDARDIZED ENTRANCE EXAM Go to : or /exam Click on Students Take My Exam. Click on I do not have an Evolve Username. On the next two pages click the Register link. Create a password, Verify it, and click Continue. Fill out a questionnaire (you only need to fill out the areas with a red asterisk*) o For the Occupational Information: Enter the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Program Type or Registered Nurse Program. o Graduation Date should be entered as one year after your anticipated start for the PN program, and 1.5 years after your start date for the ADN program (if you are already an LPN). Write down your username and password and bring it with you to the exam. Your username and password are case sensitive. Exit the site. PROCEDURE Arrive at Hondros College or the designated testing facility 15 minutes before your scheduled test time. Remember to bring your username and password. Bring a valid photo ID. A calculator will be available on your computer screen for the math portion of the test. Scrap paper will be provided for you. TEST TAKING TIPS Answer the questions as you go. You will not be able to go back or change an answer. Stick with your first answer! You will be taking 5 sections (Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension and Math) in the order you choose. You will have 3 hours to take the exam, so plan for the time you will need for each section. If you need a break, remember to click on pause. This will not affect your time. When you are finished with the exam, go to the front desk and your results will be reviewed with you. 3

6 NURSING PROGRAMS PREPARING FOR THE TEST 1. Purchase the Study Guide in the Bookstore any day Monday Friday from 8am - 5pm Study Chapters 1-4 for testing Read Chapter 7 to acquaint yourself with some medical information 2. Visit: Study vocabulary and take tests 3. Visit: Select Nursing Select Root words, Prefixes, Suffixes, and Terminology. This is a fun way to learn medical terminology basics that will help you with your test. Select Vocabulary These exercises will strengthen your vocabulary skills. 4. Visit: On this website you can do exercises with fractions etc. to build your skills. 5. Visit: This website will provide you with the opportunity to look up the synonyms and antonyms of the words in the vocabulary section of the study guide. Not all of the words in the vocabulary section of the study guide will be on the exam but words similar to them may be, so looking up the synonyms and antonyms of the words can be very helpful. 6. Visit: This website has quick reference guides available to you that could prove to be useful. It is important that all students take this exam seriously, as there may be only one chance to take and pass the exam. You will need 2-7 days to study. Most individuals have been exposed to this information in the past, but refreshing your skills is pertinent to your success. There is a calculator on the computer for math, but it will not help you with fractions, ratios and the metric system. The preparation time is worth the reward! SCHEDULING YOUR STANDARDIZED ENTRANCE EXAM Columbus - Call Test times are Monday through Friday at 9:00am and 1:00pm. Cincinnati- Call x3013. Test times are Monday through Friday at 9:00am and 1:00pm. Dayton - Call x5029. Test times are Monday through Friday at 8:30am and 1:00pm. Cleveland - Call x2053. Test times are Monday through Friday at 9:30am and 1:00pm HONDROS nursing.hondros.edu

7 NURSING PROGRAMS ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST Application ($25) Entrance Exam Fee ($60) (Does not apply to internal ADN applicants or RN-to-BSN applicants.) Admissions Interview Official High School/College Transcript Enrollment Agreement ($100) State of Ohio Student Registration ($5) Picture ID Essay Financial Plan Criminal Background Check: BCI/FBI ($70) Drug Test ($35) LPN License (ADN program only) / RN License (RN-to-BSN program only) Current CPR Card: Health Care Provider/Professional Rescuer as issued by the American Heart Association Proof of Current Health Insurance Liability Insurance: 1 mil./6 mil. Effective Date: Student Practical Nurse Student Registered Nurse Suggested providers: or Physical Examination Negative Tuberculin (TB) 2 Step Test or Chest X-ray Varicella Immunity Demonstrated by Titer MMR Immunity Demonstrated by Titer or vaccination history Tetanus Flu Shot (if applicable or seasonal) Hepatitis B: 3 injection series or Waiver Polio: Vaccine, Booster or Titer (if applicable) (PN) (ADN) (RN-to-BSN) New Student Orientation HONDROS nursing.hondros.edu

8 FINANCIAL AID CHECKLIST Follow the steps below to develop a plan to finance your education at Hondros College. If you need assistance, our Financial Aid team is here to answer your questions! 1. Apply for a U.S. Department of Education PIN at If you do not already have a PIN (Personal Identification Number), go to pin.ed.gov and follow the on-screen instructions. If you are a dependent student, both you and one of your parents will need a PIN to electronically sign your FAFSA. Write your PIN here: 2. Complete the FAFSA online at After completing your FAFSA online, print the FAFSA confirmation page for your records. If you have already completed a FAFSA for another school: Click on Make corrections to a Processed FAFSA and add Hondros College s school code Complete the Federal Stafford Loan Entrance Counseling Go to studentloans.gov and click on Entrance and Exit Counseling. Under Entrance Counseling, click Go Select Stafford Loan Tutorial and Quiz At the end, be sure to choose Hondros College as your school. School Code: Complete the Federal Direct Stafford Loan Master Promissory Note (MPN) Go to studentloans.gov Review the What you Need and What to Expect sections of the website. Select Complete New MPN for Student Loans In step 3 of the MPN, be sure to select Hondros College (040743) You will receive an notification of your aid eligibility. 5. You will receive an notification of your aid eligibility. After you receive acceptance to Hondros College, please review your award with a Financial Aid Manager Appointment Date and Time: Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Please refer to the Financial Aid section of our website for details about the grants and student loans for which you may be eligible. Visit nursing.hondros.edu. Hondros Nurses: Setting the Standard for Compassionate Care 6

9 NURSING PROGRAMS CURRICULUM PN PROGRAM OVERVIEW Practical Nursing Diploma (Terms 1-4) Student will graduate with a Diploma in Practical Nursing and is eligible to apply for the NCLEX-PN exam. ADN PROGRAM OVERVIEW Professional Nursing Associate Degree in Nursing (Terms 1-6) Assumes transfer credits from PN program. Student will graduate with an Associate Degree (ADN) and is eligible to apply for the NCLEX-RN exam. CATALOG CODE COURSE NAME CREDITS TERM 1 NUR 100 NURSING CONCEPTS I 3.0 BIO 115 INTRODUCTION TO ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I 3.0 NUR 111 FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING 7.0 MTH 100 BASIC MATH & CALCULATIONS 2.0 NUR 101 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 2.0 COL 100 TERM 2 INTRODUCTION TO THE COLLEGE EXPERIENCE 1.0 NUR 120 MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING I 8.0 NUR 122 BASICS OF PHARMACOLOGY 4.0 BIO 116 INTRODUCTION TO ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II 3.0 PSY200 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 TERM 3 NUR 133 MATERNAL CHILD NURSING I 4.0 NUR 132 PSYCHOSOCIAL NURSING 3.0 PSY 233 LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT 3.0 BIO 130 NUTRITION 3.0 ENG 200 ENGLISH I (COMPOSITION) 3.0 NUR 131 TERM 4 COMPREHENSIVE TECHNICAL & DEVELOPMENT LAB 1.0 NUR147 NURSING CONCEPTS II 2.0 NUR 142 IV THERAPY 4.0 NUR 140 MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING II 8.0 NUR 146 COMPREHENSIVE PRACTICAL NURSING 2.0 TOTAL QUARTER CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED : 69.0 Students who complete the PN Program at Hondros College will be able to transfer PSY 200, PSY 233 and ENG 200 to the ADN Program. Please see an Admissions representative to discuss transfer credits. CATALOG CODE COURSE NAME TERM 1 CREDITS BIO 250 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I 4.0 ENG 200 ENGLISH I (COMPOSITION) 3.0 MTH 200 INTRO. TO COLLEGE ALGEBRA 3.0 NUR 250 INTRO. TO PROFESSIONAL NURSING 1.0 NUR 272 PHARMACOLOGY 4.0 TERM 2 MTH 201 COLLEGE ALGEBRA I 3.0 BIO 251 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II 4.0 BIO 260 MICROBIOLOGY 5.0 NUR 261 NURSING PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT 7.0 TERM 3 BIO 252 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY III 4.0 NUR 270 MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING III 8.0 MTH 202 COLLEGE ALGEBRA II 3.0 PSY 200 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 TERM 4 PSY 233 LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT 3.0 SOC 250 SOCIOLOGY 3.0 NUR 281 MATERNAL CHILD NURSING II 6.0 NUR 282 PSYCHIATRIC NURSING 4.0 ENG 205 ENGLISH COMPOSITION II 3.0 TERM 5 ETH 200 ETHICS 4.0 NUR 290 ADV. MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING 8.0 NUR 292 THE ROLE OF NURSE AS EDUCATOR 3.0 TERM 6 ENG 250 AMERICAN LITERATURE 5.0 NUR 296 COMPREHENSIVE ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING 2.0 NUR 298 ROLE TRANSITION TO ADN 8.0 NUR 297 PROFESSIONAL NURSING ISSUES 2.0 TOTAL QUARTER CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED : HONDROS nursing.hondros.edu

10 CURRICULUM RN-to-BSN PROGRAM OVERVIEW Professional Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree (Terms 1-4) Students will receive advance standing credits of 63 hours for holding an active, unencumbered RN license. All students are required to complete a minimum of 44 credit hours of course work at Hondros College. This will be satisfied by completing all NUR courses. Student will graduate with a Bachelor s of Science in Nursing degree. On the sixth of June, 1975, I graduated from Garfield High School. Thirty five years later, I was a college freshman enrolled in the LPN program at Hondros College. That s taking a little time off between classes. And, at the time, the prospect of entering a formal educational setting seemed a daunting task. But I could not have made a better choice than Hondros....I was challenged in new ways by all my professors, and I was offered every tool needed to achieve my goals. Now, the state of Ohio has proclaimed that I am Warren Pierce LPN. Thanks to all at Hondros that made this possible for me and my family....believe me, it is NOT too late. Seize the day!! -Warren Pierce, LPN CATALOG CODE COURSE NAME CREDITS TERM 1 BIO 300 Pathophysiology 5.0 MTH 300 Introduction to Probability and Statistics 5.0 NUR 300 Transition to Baccalaureate Nursing 5.0 HUM 200 Diversity 3.0 TERM 2 BIO 380 Genetics 4.0 NUR 320 Nursing Informatics 5.0 NUR 442 Chronic Illness 5.0 NUR 452 Geriatrics 5.0 TERM 3 BIO 360 Epidemiology 5.0 NUR 310 Evidence Based Practice & Res. Methods 5.0 NUR 342 Community Health Nursing 5.0 NUR 343 Community Health Nur. Practicum 2.0 TERM 4 NUR 330 Global Health 5.0 NUR 462 Leadership and Management 5.0 NUR 463 Leadership and Manage. Practicum 2.0 ECON300 Economics 3.0 COM 300 Communication 3.0 TOTAL QUARTER CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED : I am pleased to say that my experience at Hondros College has been a rewarding and challenging adventure. I found an advertisement in CEO magazine and was intrigued to look more into the college that had so much appeal. I just finished my second quarter and each quarter I get more anticipation and excitement to learn as much as I can in the field of nursing....at Hondros, I don t have to look far to see the amazing people who really do make a difference in the students hearts by sparking a passion to provide the best care for others....my motto is, keep on, keeping on and you will succeed! You too can do this! -Rebecca L. Tripp, SN I was in a school that was continuously changing their program; making it extremely challenging to get into their nursing program as well as graduating. Upon hearing about Hondros College, I applied for their program in which I was accepted. It has been a smooth and easy transition; everyone at Hondros College has been extremely helpful and friendly!! I am very excited and looking forward to my college experience at Hondros College. -Katherine Graumlich

11 NURSING PROGRAMS TUITION & FEES PN PROGRAM TUITION TUITION ($230/CREDIT HOUR) $16,050 TOTAL FEES * $750 APPLICATION & ENROLLMENT FEES... $125 STATE OF OHIO STUDENT REG. FEES... $5 ENTRANCE AND EXIT EXAM FEES... $180 LAB AND INCIDENTAL FEES... $340 GRADUATION FEE... $100 TEXTBOOKS & SUPPLIES ** $2,232 TECHNOLOGY FEE *** $949 ADN PROGRAM TUITION TUITION ($250/CREDIT HOUR) $25,750 TOTAL FEES * $1,170 APPLICATION & ENROLLMENT FEES... $125 STATE OF OHIO STUDENT REG. FEES... $5 ENTRANCE EXAM FEE... $60 LAB AND INCIDENTAL FEES... $880 GRADUATION FEE... $100 TEXTBOOKS & SUPPLIES ** $3,901 TECHNOLOGY FEE *** $949 * Liability, CPR, health insurance, drug test, background check, physical and immunizations, NCLEX review and Ohio Board of Nursing application fee not included. These costs will vary depending upon provider. ** Subject to change *** Includes software package and printer Tuition may be less depending on transferred course work. Tuition fees are subject to periodic reviews and increases. Estimated costs do not include applicable sales tax. RN-to-BSN PROGRAM TUITION TUITION ($175/CREDIT HOUR) $12,600 TOTAL FEES * $180 APPLICATION & ENROLLMENT FEES... $125 STATE OF OHIO STUDENT REG. FEES... $5 GRADUATION FEE... $50 TEXTBOOKS & SUPPLIES ** $1,504 Please note: Hondros College ADN graduates receive a special alumni rate of $160 per credit hour for nursing courses. C HONDROS nursing.hondros.edu

12 Corporate Office/Main Campus 4140 Executive Pkwy Westerville, OH NURSING.HONDROS.EDU 888.HONDROS WESTERVILLE WEST CHESTER FAIRBORN INDEPENDENCE RN-to-BSN Online Consumer information available at: nursing.hondros.edu/nursingprograms/lpnprogram.aspx nursing.hondros.edu/nursingprograms/rnprogram.aspx Accredited Member, ACICS Approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing Approved by the Ohio Board of Regents Registered with the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools Columbus Main Campus T Dayton T West Chester T Independence T NURSING PROGRAMS