NORTHEAST ALABAMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE EVALUATION OF NURSING APPLICANT - ADN PROGRAM

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2 Northeast NORTHEAST ALABAMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE EVALUATION OF NURSING APPLICANT - ADN PROGRAM SELECTION OF APPLICANTS: After meeting all minimum requirements, applicants are rank-ordered using a point system based on: 1. The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score (150 points possible). The TEAS test must have been taken within the past 3 years for consideration. The actual test score will be the points earned. 2. Points from selected college courses (BIO 201, 202, 220) or selected high school courses for current high school students (Algebra II or higher level math, highest level Biology, and Chemistry) 3. Students currently enrolled or students who have previously completed courses at NACC will be awarded 11 bonus points. Each applicant will be evaluated according to the following scale. Applicants will be selected according to their total score COLLEGE COURSES A = 30 B = 20 C = 10 or HIGH SCHOOL COURSES A = 30 B = 20 C = 10 Anatomy and Physiology I Highest Level Biology Anatomy and Physiology II Algebra II or higher level math Microbiology Chemistry TOTAL POINTS TOTAL POINTS 90 POINTS POSSIBLE STUDENT S TOTAL Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Score 150 POINTS POSSIBLE Northeast Alabama Community College Student 11 BONUS POINTS STUDENT S TOTAL BONUS POINTS TOTAL POINTS 251 POINTS POSSIBLE

3 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Student must comply with legal, moral, and legislative standards in accordance with the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code. 2. Student must respect the client s right to privacy by protecting confidential information unless obligated to disclose in a court of law under proper authorization or legal compulsion (Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code). Students may be expelled from the nursing program for failing to comply with this requirement. 3. Students are prohibited from bringing cell phones and recording devices into all clinical setting. Non-compliance with this policy will result in dismissal from the nursing program. 4. Student must take all tests according to the scheduled dates. If student misses a test, he/she must provide appropriate documentation in order to receive a make-up test. Make-up exams will be given during the week of clinical make-ups, prior to the final exam. If more than one exam is missed, all exams must be made up on the same day. 5. Clinical performance involves client safety. A student may be dismissed from the nursing program if the instructor perceives the student to be a threat to client safety. The student must achieve a clinical rating of satisfactory according to the established course criteria in all nursing courses requiring a clinical component. A rating of unsatisfactory in clinical performance will result in a grade of F for the nursing course regardless of any other grading component in the course. A student who has been unsatisfactory in providing safe effective client care in the clinical area will not be allowed readmission into the nursing program. 6. Student is expected to be academically honest. Any student found guilty of cheating may be removed from the program with a grade of F. 7. Student must secure professional liability insurance at the beginning of each academic year prior to placement in a clinical agency. 8. Student must show documentation of current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification at the healthcare provider level prior to placement in a clinical agency. 9. Student is required to obtain a health evaluation by a qualified health practitioner on the form provided by the nursing department. (Due by first day of class) 10. Student is required to obtain an evaluation of the Essential Functions as determined by a qualified health practitioner on forms provided by the nursing program. The evaluation must be submitted by the first day of class. Additional health examinations may be required depending on physical or psychological alterations which may occur during the program of study. 11. With occupational exposure to blood and other body fluids, the student is at risk of acquiring Hepatitis B virus infection. Clinical agencies encourage students to receive a series of three Hepatitis B vaccines. The student must receive the first vaccine prior to attending the first day of class of the admitting semester. Students may refuse the vaccine series Northeast 95 by signing a declination policy provided by the nursing department. It is the student s responsibility to obtain the vaccine from their personal healthcare provider.. As required by the clinical agencies, the student is required to submit to a pre-clinical drug screen. Additionally, random drug screens may be required should the student exhibit behaviors indicative of substance abuse during a clinical experience. Drug screening test(s) will be at the student s expense. A positive drug screen will prohibit the student from completing the clinical requirements of the nursing curriculum. 13. As required by the clinical agencies, the student is required to submit to a criminal background check prior to placement in a clinical facility. Students who have a positive background check will not be allowed to complete the clinical component of the nursing course and would need to withdraw from the nursing course. 14. Student must be registered prior to attending class. 15. Student must participate in the HESI Computerized testing. This is a testing program integrated throughout the curriculum aimed at increasing student retention and NCLEX-RN scores. The cost for all tests is approximately $ If the student scores below passing on any HESI exam, remediation will be required. Students who do not pass the Exit Exam on their first attempt will be required to retake the Exit Exam prior to graduation for an additional fee of $ COURSE : A course grade will be determined based on theory and clinical performance. Students must achieve a grade of 75% or above in each required nursing course to continue in the nursing program. A grade below 75% will result in a D or an F depending on the numerical score. GRADING SCALE: = A = B = C = D 59 and below = F ATTENDANCE POLICY FOR NURSING STUDENTS: Theory The student must be present 80% of the scheduled class dates in order to demonstrate the expected course outcomes and successfully apply theoretical concepts to the clinical practicum. Clinical Laboratory Attendance in the clinical laboratory is required at 100% in order to accomplish the clinical laboratory objectives. Clinical absences must be made up prior to beginning the next semester. Upon return to class, the student must make arrangements for making up the clinical absence with the clinical instructor. Extenuating circumstances will be evaluated by the Nursing Faculty Committee

4 Northeast Responsibility to Agencies All students are assigned to various health care agencies for clinical experiences. Students scheduled in health care agencies for clinical experiences must be acceptable to those agencies. The student is responsible for complying with policies and procedures required by the agency. Failure to meet this requirement may mean that the student is excluded from a required clinical experience and may be unable to complete the nursing program. ADVANCED PLACEMENT-LPN MOBILITY TO ADN TRACKS Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) may receive advanced placement in the associate degree nursing program (see Mobility LPN to ADN curriculum tracks). LPN s who have graduated from the Alabama Community College System Practical Nursing standardized curriculum may be eligible to enter the Mobility LPN to ADN Track II during the third semester without validation of theory and skills if graduation occurred within two years of admission to the mobility track. LPNs who have graduated more than two years prior to admission to the Mobility LPN track or those who graduated from a nursing program other than the Alabama Community College System Practical Nursing standardized curriculum will be required to successfully complete Nursing 200: Nursing Career Mobility Assessment for validation of theory and skills (Track I). Upon successful completion of Nursing 200, students are eligible for progression to NUR 201: Nursing Through the Lifespan I, the third semester of the ADN curriculum. Admission into LPN to Associate Degree Nursing programs in the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) is based upon a numerical ranking system. Only course work from a regionally accredited institution will be used to satisfy program admission requirements. The positions for advanced placement are limited based on the number of nursing faculty and clinical positions available. Meeting minimal requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Students must meet each of the following criteria: Admission Requirements for Mobility LPN to ADN Tracks: 1. Unconditional admission to the college. 2. Complete nursing application by November A minimum of 2.5 GPA on the last 24 course attempted. 4. Completion of the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) must have been taken prior to application. 5. Students who have graduated from an ACCS PN program within two years of RN program admission will not be required to complete NUR Student must possess an unencumbered Alabama LPN license. 7. Students must have completed the following courses with a minimum grade of C : BIO 201 Anatomy and Physiology I BIO 202 Anatomy and Physiology II ENG 101 English Composition I MTH 100 Intermediate college Algebra or higher level 8. Students must document 500 hours work experience as a LPN. 9. Good standing with the college. 10. Meet essential function required for nursing. SELECTION OF APPLICANTS: After meeting all minimum requirements, applicants are rank-ordered using a point system based on: 1. The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score (150 points possible). The TEAS test must have been taken within the past 3 years for consideration. The actual test score will be the points earned. 2. Points from selected college courses (BIO 201, 202, 220). 3. Students currently enrolled or students who have previously completed courses at NACC will be awarded 11 bonus points. Each applicant will be evaluated and selected according to the scale used to rank students for the Associate Degree Nursing Program. STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES: Students enrolled in the nursing program participate in campus organizations as well as social, cultural and college activities the same as other college students. In addition to the regular activities at the College, students in nursing may belong to the National Student Nurses Association. ADDITIONAL EXPENSES: Uniforms Professional liability insurance Transportation to and from clinical agencies Textbooks and nursing handbooks Laboratory packet Evaluation of Essential Functions by healthcare provider Hepatitis B vaccination series Measles immunization Drug Screening Test(s) ($70.00) Criminal Background Check ($45.00) Health Education Systems (HESI) testing fee ($200.00) Additional expenses anticipated during the final semester of the nursing program are approximate. They are as follows: NCLEX Application and Licensure $ Graduation Fee Nursing Pin (Optional) ACCREDITATION STATUS: Approved by Alabama Board of Education Approved by Alabama Board of Nursing Accredited by National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission MEMBERSHIP: The nursing program is an agency in the Council of Associate Degree Programs of the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission. 96

5 Northeast ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSE CURRICULUM Course Clock Number Course Title Hours NUR 102 Fundamentals of Nursing (3-2-1) 6 NUR 103 Health Assessment (0-1-0) 1 NUR 104 Introduction to Pharmacology (0-1-0) 1 BIO 201 Anatomy and Physiology I (3-1-0) 4 MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra (3-0-0) 3 15 NUR 105 Adult Nursing (5-1-2) 8 NUR 106 Maternal and Child Nursing (4-0-1) 5 BIO 202 Anatomy and Physiology II (3-1-0) 4 ENG 101 English Composition I (3-0-0) 3 20 SUMMER SEMESTER NUR 201 Nursing Through the Lifespan I (3-0-2) 5 BIO 220 General Microbiology (3-1-0) 4 PSY 200 General Psychology (3-0-0) 3 NUR 202 Nursing Through the Lifespan II (3-0-3) 6 PSY 210 Human Growth and Development (3-0-0) 3 SPH 107 Fundamentals of Speech (3-0-0) 3 NUR 203 Nursing Through the Lifespan III (4-0-2) 6 NURS 204 Transition into Nursing Practice (2-0-2) 4 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective (3-0-0) 3 13 TOTAL HOURS 72 MOBILITY LPN TO ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSE CURRICULUM Track I Course Clock Number Course Title Hours PREREQUISITE COURSES BIO 201 Anatomy and Physiology I (3-1-0) 4 BIO 202 Anatomy and Physiology II (3-1-0) 4 ENG 101 English Composition I (3-0-0) 3 MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra (3-0-0) 3 NUR 200 Nursing Career Mobility Assessment/ (3-3-0) 6 Advanced Placement Credit NUR 102, 103, 104 LPN Advanced Placement Credit 15 NUR 105, SUMMER SEMESTER NUR 201 Nursing Through the Lifespan I (3-0-2) 5 BIO 220 General Microbiology (3-1-0) 4 PSY 200 General Psychology (3-0-0) 3 NUR 202 Nursing Through the Lifespan II (3-0-3) 6 PSY 210 Human Growth and Development (3-0-0) 3 SPH 107 Fundamentals of Speech (3-0-0) 3 NUR 203 Nursing Through the Lifespan III (4-0-2) 6 NUR 204 Transition into Nursing Practice (2-0-2) 4 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective (3-0-0) 3 13 TOTAL HOURS 72 MOBILITY LPN TO ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSE CURRICULUM Track II Course Clock Number Course Title Hours PREREQUISITE COURSES BIO 201 Anatomy and Physiology I (3-1-0) 4 BIO 202 Anatomy and Physiology II (3-1-0) 4 ENG 101 English Composition I (3-0-0) 3 MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra (3-0-0) 3 NUR 102, 103, 104 LPN Advanced Placement Credit 21 NUR 105, SUMMER SEMESTER NUR 201 Nursing Through the Lifespan I (3-0-2) 5 BIO 220 General Microbiology (3-1-0) 4 PSY 200 General Psychology (3-0-0) 3 NUR 202 Nursing Through the Lifespan II (3-0-3) 6 PSY 210 Human Growth and Development (3-0-0) 3 SPH 107 Fundamentals of Speech (3-0-0) 3 NUR 203 Nursing Through the Lifespan III (4-0-2) 6 NUR 204 Transition into Nursing Practice (2-0-2) 4 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective (3-0-0) 3 13 TOTAL HOURS

6 THE ALABAMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM NURSING PROGRAMS ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Alabama Community College System endorses the Americans with Disabilities Act. In accordance with College policy, when requested, reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities. The essential functions delineated below are necessary for nursing program admission, progression and graduation and for the provision of safe and effective nursing care. The essential functions include but are not limited to the ability to: 1) Sensory Perception a) Visual i) Observe and discern subtle changes in physical conditions and the environment ii) Visualize different color spectrums and color changes iii) Read fine print in varying levels of light iv) Read for prolonged periods of time v) Read cursive writing vi) Read at varying distances vii) Read data/information displayed on monitors/ equipment b) Auditory i) Interpret monitoring devices ii) Distinguish muffled sounds heard through a stethoscope iii) Hear and discriminate high and low frequency sounds produced by the body and the environment iv) Effectively hear to communicate with others c) Tactile i) Discern tremors, vibrations, pulses, textures, temperature, shapes, size, location and other physical characteristics d) Olfactory i) Detect body odors and odors in the environment 2) Communication/Interpersonal Relationships a) Verbally and in writing, engage in a two-way communication and interact effectively with others, from a variety of social, emotional, cultural and intellectual backgrounds b) Work effectively in groups c) Work effectively independently d) Discern and interpret nonverbal communication e) Express one s ideas and feelings clearly f) Communicate with others accurately in a timely manner g) Obtain communications from a computer 3) Cognitive/Critical Thinking a) Effectively read, write and comprehend the English language b) Consistently and dependably engage in the process of critical in order to formulate and implement safe and ethical nursing decisions in a variety of health care settings c) Demonstrate satisfactory performance on written examinations including mathematical computations without a calculator d) Satisfactorily achieve the program objectives Northeast ) Motor Function a) Handle small delicate equipment/objects without extraneous movement, contamination or destruction b) Move, position, turn, transfer, assist with lifting or lift and carry clients without injury to clients, self or others c) Maintain balance from any position d) Stand on both legs e) Coordinate hand/eye movements f) Push/pull heavy objects without injury to client, self or others g) Stand, bend, walk and/or sit for 6- hours in a clinical setting performing physical activities requiring energy without jeopardizing the safety of the client, self or others h) Walk without a cane, walker or crutches i) Function with hands free for nursing care and transporting items j) Transport self and client without the use of electrical devices k) Flex, abduct and rotate all joints freely l) Respond rapidly to emergency situations m) Maneuver in small areas n) Perform daily care functions for the client o) Coordinate fine and gross motor hand movements to provide safe effective nursing care p) Calibrate/use equipment q) Execute movement required to provide nursing care in all health care settings r) Perform CPR and physical assessment s) Operate a computer 5) Professional Behavior a) Convey caring, respect, sensitivity, tact, compassion, empathy, tolerance and a healthy attitude toward others b) Demonstrate a mentally healthy attitude that is age appropriate in relationship to the client c) Handle multiple tasks concurrently\ d) Perform safe, effective nursing care for clients in a caring context e) Understand and follow the policies and procedures of the College and clinical agencies f) Understand the consequences of violating the student code of conduct g) Understand the posing a direct threat to others is unacceptable and subjects one to discipline h) Meet qualifications for licensure by examination as stipulated by the Alabama Board of Nursing i) Not to pose a threat to self or others j) Function effectively in situations of uncertainty and stress inherent in providing nursing care k) Adapt to changing environments and situations l) Remain free of chemical dependency m) Report promptly to clinicals and remain for 6- hours on the clinical unit n) Provide nursing care in an appropriate time frame o) Accepts responsibility, accountability, and ownership of one s actions p) Seek supervision/consultation in a timely manner q) Examine and modify one s own behavior when it interferes with nursing care or learning