Become a Registered Nurse. Any information in this presentation is subject to change.

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1 Nursing Program San Bernardino Valley College Tamara Maurizi, MSN, RN, DNP Geoff Schroder, MSN, RN, Ed.D(c) Assistant Directors, Nursing Program DIRECTOR Priscilla E. Taylor, RN, MSN, DNP, APRN Become a Registered Nurse Any information in this presentation is subject to change.

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5 Nursing Program GENERAL INFORMATION

6 Associate Degree Nursing Program at SBVC Began in 1933 Prepares students to take the licensing exam to become a Registered Nurse Accredited by the California Board of Registered Nursing Accredited by the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission

7 Nursing Program 4 Semesters 4-5 days/ week: Mon - Fri Day-time classes only Day or evening hospital labs

8 First Semester Coursework - Intro to ADN Program NURS 100 (1 unit) Fundamentals of Nursing NURS 102 (4.5 units) Medical Surgical Nursing NURS 104 (5 units) Pharmacology for Nurses NURS 108 (1 unit) First semester Total Units: 11.5

9 Second Semester Coursework Medical Surgical Nursing II NURS 110 (5.5 units) Maternity Nursing NURS 112 (5 units) Second Semester Total Units: 10.5

10 Third Semester Coursework Medical Surgical III NURS 200 (5.5 units) Pediatric Nursing NURS 202 (4.75 units) Third Semester Total Units: 10.25

11 Fourth Semester Coursework Nursing Care of the Critically ill NURS 210 (2.5 units) Medical Surgical IV NURS 211 (3.75 units) Psychiatric Nursing NURS 212 (2.75 units) Advanced Ethical and Legal Aspects of Nursing NURS 217 (1 unit) Fourth Semester Total Units: 10

12 Nursing Program Admission PREREQUISITES

13 Steps for Admission to the Nursing Program Apply for admission to the college Make sure you have completed mandatory orientation and assessment. Note that only AA/AS and BA/BS degree holders will be exempt from orientation. If you have transcripts from other colleges, see nursing counselor for matriculation exemption and prerequisite clearances.

14 Steps for Admission (Cont d) Take all prerequisites and degree-applicable general education. Apply for the nursing program upon the completion of all prerequisites and general education (Grades must be posted at time of application).

15 SCIENCE COURSES - Successfully completed with a minimum G.P.A of 2.75 OR Higher to meet competitive standard GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY (PSYCH 100) HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I & II (BIOL 250)& (BIOL 251) OR HUMAN ANATOMY AND HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY (BIOL 260) & (BIOL 261) MICROBIOLOGY (BIOL 270)

16 Science Course Lifespan If the BIOL 250/251 series is taken, both courses expire after 5 years. If the BIOL 260/261 series is taken, only BIOL 261 expires after 5 years. BIOL 270 expires after 5 years PSYCH 100 does not expire

17 Science Course Completion Please note that the BIOL 250/251 and/or BIOL 260/261 series are required to be completed at the same college. Students may not begin a sequence at one college and complete the second half at another.

18 Science Course Repetitions Effective Fall of 2013, only 2 repetitions in science prerequisites will be permitted. Effective Fall of 2014, only 1 repetition in science prerequisites will be permitted. Effective Fall of 2015, no repetitions in science prerequisites will be permitted.

19 Science Course Repetition Reminders Closely monitor the number of times you are attempting the science prerequisites. Note that both W s Withdrawals and sub-satisfactory grades are counted as attempts. Also note that catalog rights have no bearing on repeat policy.

20 Nursing Program GPA Requirements Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher in all remaining degreeapplicable general education courses GPA or higher in all Science Prerequisites (BIOL 250/251 or 260/261, BIOL 270 and PSYCH 100).

21 Nursing Program Admission PROCEDURE AND CRITERIA

22 Change in Admission Requirements EFFECTIVE 1/2009 SECTION 1. Section of the Education Code A California Community College that operates a registered nursing program shall not require a student who has been admitted to that registered nursing program and who has already earned a baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education to undertake any coursework other than the coursework that is unique and exclusively required to earn a nursing degree from that institution.

23 Admission Requirements (Cont d) Assembly Bill 1559 mandated California registered nursing schools to develop criteria for determination of who will be accepted into their programs SBVC has developed a system based on a template developed by the California Community College Chancellor s Office

24 Current Waitlist Students who are currently on the waitlist will remain on the waitlist until their number comes up. Students on waitlist must reactivate each term to remain on the waitlist. Those on the waitlist also have the option to apply via the point system. However, those students who have not yet applied to the nursing program will no longer be placed on the waitlist.

25 Acceptance Ratios Due to the high volume of students on the waitlist, 75% of those accepted will come directly from the existing waitlist. 25% of those accepted will be admitted via the Point System. Approximately students are admitted into the generic ADN program per semester depending on funding.

26 Point System The new admission procedure for entrance to the nursing program has been adopted by the SBCCD effective Fall New admission to the program is competitively based on a points system. Maximum number of points that can be earned is 100; according to the following five categories.

27 Nursing Program ADMISSION CRITERIA CATEGORIES: 1-5

28 1. Academic degrees and relevant certificates BS/BA/MS/MA = 5 points Associate Degree = 4 points LVN/LPT = 3 points Allied Health Certification (i.e., CNA, MA, etc.) = 2 points

29 2. Grade Point Average All applicants must meet the following GPA requirements: Minimum of 2.75 GPA in Anatomy/Physiology I and II or Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology and Psychology.

30 a. Science GPA points GPA = points GPA = points GPA = points GPA = points Note: CHEM 101 or the equivalent is not considered in GPA calculation

31 b. General Education GPA Points Minimum of 2.5 GPA or higher in all remaining degree-applicable general education courses: GPA= points GPA = points GPA = points GPA = points

32 c. GPA Points For applicants with a Bachelor s degree or Associate s degree, the General Education cumulative GPA points will be calculated using grades only in English Composition, Public OR Interpersonal Communication, and Introductory Sociology OR Cultural Anthropology.

33 3. Life experiences or special circumstances Life experience or special circumstances of an applicant, including but not necessarily limited to, the following: Disabilities Low Family Income Documented eligibility for financial aid, BOGW, CalWorks, etc First generation of family to attend college Need to work during prerequisite courses Disadvantages in social or educational environment Difficult personal and familial situations or circumstances Refugee Veteran 12 units taken in SBCCD system Maximum of 5 points for this category. Possessing one of the above conditions will yield the full 5 points for this category.

34 4. Proficiency in language other than English It has been established by our local hospitals that ASL and Spanish are the most prevalently spoken languages in the area. 5 points will be earned if the applicant demonstrates the ability to communicate in a health care setting in American Sign or Spanish. Documented proficiency evidenced by advanced level of coursework in languages other than English (ASL or Spanish). Completion of 1 of the following: SPAN103: Spanish III SPAN 157: Spanish for Native Speakers ASL 111: American Sign Language III ASL Certificate Certificate for Translating for Medical Facility

35 5. HESI Exam HESI is a comprehensive exam that will test your abilities in the following areas: (1)Reading Comprehension (2)Vocabulary (3)Grammar (4)Critical Thinking (5)Mathematics (6)Anatomy/Physiology/ Microbiology

36 HESI Exam (Cont d) Chemistry and Physics are excluded from the HESI. Required HESI Exam: A2 V1 Study guides are available at Barnes and Noble and Amazon Students will sign up for the HESI via the nursing website Details regarding HESI registration are available in HLS 101, Counseling Department and on the nursing website.

37 HESI Exam (Cont d) Dates and specific information will be announced on the nursing website. $90 fee will be submitted to EVOLVE at time of exam registration. Be sure to bring picture ID to test with you. ONE retest will be allowed EVOLVE will provide at-home remediation for those who do not pass the first time Applicant must pay to retake the test There is no current expiration on HESI results.

38 Assessment/HESI test results Composite score on the Test of Essential Academic Skills HESI % = 40 points 80-89% = 35 points 75-79% = 30 points 62-74% = 15 points Less than 62% = 0 points

39 Obtaining HESI Scores HESI scores should be printed at the testing center immediately following the completion of the exam. IF scores are not printed, they will be logged in your MyEvolve account within hours. If scores are not available in your account, please contact Elsevier (Phone Number available on HESI Registration instructions)

40 Nursing Program APPLICATIONS AND RE- APPLICATIONS

41 Re-application to the Nursing Program Students not accepted into the program will need to reapply each semester. Students applying on the Point System will not be placed on the existing waitlist. Students will need to re-submit all application materials each term. It is suggested that students attempt to increase points in an effort to be admitted.

42 Additional Recommendations Computer literacy

43 Nursing program Application Filing Periods Sept 1 st Oct 1 st ( To Begin Spring semester) Jan 2 nd Feb 2 nd ( To Begin Fall semester) Applications are available to download online during the application filing periods. However, application packets cannot be submitted electronically. Application packets containing ALL required documentation will be submitted to HLS 101.

44 Additional Application Notes Students may no longer defer to a later semester when accepted into the program. Students MUST have a valid social security number to be admitted to the nursing program.

45 Required Application Documents Current SBVC Application Evaluation of Prior Credit if external transcripts have already been evaluated by Admissions. If transcripts were not previously submitted to Admissions, official, up-to-date transcripts for all colleges attended (except SBVC or Crafton). Official high school transcripts or high school equivalency unless applicant possesses as Associates and/or Bachelors degree.

46 Required Application Documents (Cont d) Social security card copy made by nursing office. A valid SSN is required for licensure. HESI Results Financial aid award letter if you are attempting to earn points in Special Circumstance category based on financial need.

47 Nursing Program REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMITTED STUDENTS

48 Requirements for Admitted Students After acceptance into the Nursing Program, you will be given instructions on obtaining the following at an orientation meeting. Background Check Health Clearance CPR certification (American Heart Association) Malpractice Insurance

49 Background Check Requirements Nursing students must have clear criminal backgrounds to participate in clinical work. Should the educational process be interrupted, a new background check will be required. If a student has received a DUI in the last 24 months, he/she will not be accepted into the nursing program. If a DUI is anywhere on the applicants background check, a yearly background check will be required.

50 Background Check Results Enrollment may be denied based on a conviction substantially related to the nursing practice. The California BRN requires a background check when applying for the RN license. For further information: Documentation of expungement needs to be included in the application to the nursing program.

51 Crimes not Permissible for California Nursing License Any violent crime (felony or misdemeanor) Nonconsensual sexual crimes Crimes against children Elder abuse/neglect Any other felony crime within the last 7 years Outstanding warrants Healthcare-related misdemeanor within last 7 yrs. (Ex: theft, shoplifting, assault) Marijuana possession within last 2 yrs Controlled substance within last 7 yrs Illegal use of soc sec number

52 Nursing Program PROGRAM COSTS

53 Program Costs Uniforms - $275 Textbooks - $1200 Stethoscope, scissors, etc - $35 -$80 Campus parking fee - $75 per year Fees/Tuition - $1, ($46 X units) Malpractice insurance - $40 Background check - $59 Assessment test in Fourth Semester - $50 Graduation/Licensing Expenses - $365 Approximate Total: $4, Optional expenses: Nurse2, Graduation expenses & nursing pin about $400

54 Financial Aid Complete FAFSA online Complete FAFSA during priority filing period: January 01-March 02. Takes about 8-12 weeks to process Internal and External Scholarships

55 Financial Aid Appeals For those nursing students who have earned a previous degree, an appeal for financial aid will be required. For those nursing students who have attempted more than 90 units combined across all colleges will require an appeal. If Financial Aid contacts you about an appeal, immediately make an appointment with the Nursing Counselor to prepare the appeal.

56 Nursing Program LVN TO RN BRIDGE

57 LVN to RN Program Admitted once a year in Spring Applications are due by DECEMBER 1 in HLS 101 Prerequisites must be completed or in progress at the time of application Current waitlist is approximately 18 months LVN Bridge students will not be admitted via the point system. If an LVN Bridge student chooses to apply for the Generic ADN program via the point system, they will not be permitted to take the Challenge Exams.

58 LVN to RN Program Requirements California LVN license High school completion One year full-time (or equivalent) work experience as an LVN Resume summarizing work experience as an LVN Completion of the same prerequisites as the generic RN program Completed Application packet turned in to HLS 101 by December 01.

59 LVN Bridge Course The LVN-RN Bridge course is subject to cancellation if the minimum number of students are not eligible to enter. If LVN-RN Bridge course is offered, it will be offered in the first spring semester.

60 LVN to RN Program Courses Pharmacology for nurses (NURS 108) Vocational to Professional Nurse Transition (NURS 109) Includes three challenge exams for NURS 104, NURS 110, & NURS 112 Must pass all challenge exams to enter the third semester of the RN program Those not passing the challenge exams will be placed in the appropriate course. Students are eligible to be placed in either the first, second or third semester based on challenge exam results.

61 Summary Make an educational plan for the nursing prerequisites with the Nursing Counselor. Take Prerequisites and all degree-applicable general education. Apply & be accepted into the program

62 IMPORTANT NUMBERS NURSING COUNSELOR Gina Curasi (909) ADMISSIONS CLERK Ms. Mary Gutierrez (909) NURSING DEPARTMENT MAIN NUMBER (909)

63 SBVC Nursing Website For additional information, please visit the NEW Nursing Website:

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