Transcript Practical Nursing Program Orientation

Associate Degree Nursing
Program (ADN) Orientation
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Welcome to
nursing, and
congratulations on
choosing nursing as
a profession!
Introductions
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Holly Euclide, RN, MSN
Mary Bessett, RN, MSN
Associate Degree Nursing (ADN)
Program
The program functions under the guidelines of the
Wisconsin Board of Nursing, is accredited by the
NLNAC, and complies with all requirements
established for nursing within the state.
ADN Program Overview
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The program is designed for completion in four
semesters. Students will receive theoretical and
practical education to function as a registered nurse.
Upon completion of the first two semesters of the
program, students are eligible to write the National
Council Licensure Examination for practical nurses
(NCLEX-PN).
ADN Program Overview
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Upon completion of the ADN program, students
are eligible to write the National Council Licensure
Examination for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN).
Graduates of the program are prepared for
employment in beginning level registered nursing
positions.
ADN Program
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Upon completion of this program, graduates are
eligible to go on to a BSN completion program
UW-Green Bay offers this program, as do many
private colleges
Job Opportunities
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Nursing Home/Extended Care Facility
Clinic
Hospital
Insurance Company
Home Health
Short Stay Surgery
Military
Job Opportunities
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School
Work Site
Correctional System
Public Health
…and the list goes on…
Potential Contraindications to a
Nursing Career
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Back problems
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Difficult to get hired with a pre-existing
condition
Lifting and bending are functional
requirements (We will address later)
Latex allergies
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Potential occupational exposure could be
life-threatening
First Semester (19 credits)
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Nursing Fundamentals
Nursing Skills
Nursing Pharmacology
Nursing: Intro to Clinical Practice
Written Communication
General Anatomy & Physiology
Developmental Psychology
Second Semester
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(17 Credits)
Nursing Health Alterations
Nursing Health Promotion
Nursing Clinical Care Across the Lifespan
Nursing: Intro to Clinical Care Management
Oral/Interpersonal Communication
Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
Third Semester
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(18 Credits)
Nursing Complex Health Alterations I
Nursing: Mental Health & Community Concepts
Nursing: Intermediate Clinical Practice
Nursing Advanced Skills
Microbiology
Intro to Psychology
Elective
Fourth Semester
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(16 credits)
Nursing Complex Health Alterations II
Nursing Management & Professional Concepts
Nursing: Advanced Clinical Practice
Nursing: Clinical Transition
Intro to Sociology
Elective
Grading Policy
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A “C” is the minimum for passing in all nursing
courses, which is an 80% or above.
All exams will be taken on the day scheduled. If
the student misses taking a test at the scheduled
time, the instructor must be contacted and the
test must be taken on the day of return to class.
If the exam is taken outside of class, 5% will be
deducted from the score, regardless of
circumstances.
Additional Assistance
For additional help, inquire about
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Study Skills
Critical Thinking
Test Taking Strategies
http://www.nwtc.edu/Searchorig/Prospective_Students.htm
Expectations of ADN
Program Students
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Responsibility for learning is the student’s,
with outside prep time necessary for all
classes
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EXPECT to have school as a priority
Attendance
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It is expected. Absences negatively impact
student success.
Don’t schedule vacations or weddings during the
academic year.
Expectations of ADN
Program Students
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Compliance with all policies of school,
program, and clinical agencies
For every hour spent in class per week,
expect 2 – 3 hours of study per week (i.e.: 6
hrs in class = 12 - 18 hrs of study time)
Limit working during the academic year to NO
MORE THAN 16 hours per week
Clinical Information
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Day or Evening Clinical
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May start as early as 6 a.m. and end as late as 11
p.m.
Be prepared for potential child care needs
Adjust work schedules accordingly
Dress – Uniform as outlined in ADN Handbook
Requirements to Attend
Clinical
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Prior to clinical, must have:
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CPR – needs to be the American Heart
Association Healthcare Provider, renewed
every 2 years
Physical Exam
Caregiver Background Check – needs to be
done every 4 years
TB Test – needs to be done annually
Requirements to Attend
Clinical
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Completion of Nursing Assistant course
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Expected to be competent in CNA skills
Skills review courses available (8 hours)
Prior health care experience not
required
Clinical
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Functional Ability (ability to perform necessary
tasks) – will be reviewed and signed
Confidentiality Agreement – will be signed for
each clinical
Evaluation – will be ongoing
Clinical Evaluation
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Evaluation is based on course objectives
Students are expected to perform the tasks to which
they are assigned with professionalism, accuracy and
safety at the Registered Nurse (RN) level.
Students are expected to show continual progress in
skill and proficiency in performing their patient care.
Clinical Evaluation
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Evaluation will be on a weekly basis and at the
end of each clinical rotation.
Behaviors will be evaluated and documented in
order to indicate areas of strengths as well as
areas needing improvement, by self and
instructor.
Clinical Attendance
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Attendance and punctuality are expectations
Promptness and regular attendance are considered
mandatory in order to assure:
 Satisfactory student progress
 Accurate evaluation by faculty
 Safe performance in the clinical arena
Clinical Expectations
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Notification of the instructor/clinical site 1 hour
prior to any absence from clinical.
Student is responsible for completing course
objectives – a significant alternate assignment will
be given for clinical absences.
Patterns of absence will be referred to the
counselor.
Program Costs
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Tuition/Testing/Course Packets
Fees related to lab courses for supplies
Extra fees for physical exam and other
requirements
Fees for NCLEX exams and licensure
Financial Aid/Scholarships
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Look for any available money – the less you
worry about finances, the more successful
you will be in your course work
Graduation Requirements
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Complete Petition to Graduate and pay
graduation fees.
Complete all course requirements and
obtain passing grades in all required
courses.
Grade point average of 2.0 or better,
with a minimum of “C” in nursing
courses.
Fulfill all financial obligations to NWTC.
For more information:
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Refer to your NWTC Associate Degree
Nursing Program Student Handbook,
which will be given to you at the start
of your program.
Questions? Call 920-498-5543