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20172018LPN INFORMATION &ADMISSION PACKETLundy Beard, MS, BSN, RN,Program Directorlbeard@nvcc.edu 703-822-6522Medical Education CampusRoom 2106699 Springfield Center DriveSpringfield, VA 221501
TUITION & EXPENSES The tuition for each semester is 5,500 and there are 3 semesters.The total cost of tuition is 16,500.Financial assistance information is available at .Criminal Background check, Drug screen test & immunization tracker: 114.00 *Liability insurance: 38 *Books: 800 *Uniforms/supplies: 250 ( 100 / skill pack: 75 / supplies: 100 ) *Licensure fees upon graduation: 330 (Virginia Board of Nursing 170 / Testing Company 200) *Parking: 105/semester ( 95 if purchased online) CPR/BLS: 120 *CPR material: 17.10 *TEAS test: 55 *HESI Testing Packet: 212 **These are approximations based on the current year and are subject to change.PROGRAM HOURSThis is a one year weekend program. Classes are held Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8:30 am – 5pm. Clinicalhours will vary depending on the availability of the clinical site. Typically clinical hours are 8 hours from 6:45 AM –3:15 PM or 12 hours from 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM.LPN CALENDARClass of 2017August 1, 2017November 1, 2017November 15, 2017December 6, 2017January 2, 2018January 5, 2018Application submission beginsDeadline for application submissionDeadline for notification to all applicantsOrientation (mandatory)Last date to drop with tuition refundFirst Semester BeginsHOW TO APPLY TO THE LPN PROGRAMAdmission to the LPN program is competitive and only a limited number of applicants will be accepted. Fullyqualified applicants must be 18 years or older, have a high school diploma or GED, and a minimum grade pointaverage of 2.0. The applicant must also score a minimum of 65% in each of the three sections of the TEAS test(Test of Essentials and Academic Skills.) STEP 1. REVIEW THIS INFORMATION PACKET IN ITS ENTIRETYRead all documents and forms associated with the Practical Nursing Program available athttp://www.nvcc.edu/workforce/health/lpn.html. STEP 2. COMPLETE COLLEGE APPLICATIONIf you have never taken a class at Northern Virginia Community College or any other Virginia CommunityCollege, you must complete the Application for Admission to NVCC online at https://apply.vccs.edu. The college is: Northern Virginia Community CollegeThe type of classes are: select “Non Credit”The campus is: The Campus where your class will be held (Medical Education Campus)The semester is: the current semester you wish to enroll in. (January 2018.)Student ID/EMPLID is: if already enrolled at NVCC it is the same number found on your NVCC ID card.New Students will receive a Student ID/EMPLID at the end of the application process.2
STEP 3. REQUEST AN OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT OR MAKE A COPY OF G.E.D CERTIFICATEAll applicants must submit their high school transcript or G.E.D certificate.International transcripts can only be processed by NVCC after they have been sent to one of the evaluationagencies recognized by NOVA (see below.) The student must request that an official evaluation be sent bythe selected agency to:Northern Virginia Community CollegeWorkforce Development Division #2106699 Springfield Center DriveSpringfield, VA 22150-1913ATTN: Lundy BeardThe transcript must be evaluated using resource materials approved by the National Council for theEvaluation of Foreign Education. NVCC does not endorse any transcript evaluation agency or guaranteethe quality of the work performed. This evaluation takes approximately five (5) weeks. Each agency listedbelow charges a fee for its services; agency fees may vary. The cost for this service is the student’sresponsibility. You must select one of the two agencies for international evaluation from the list below:AACRAO – http://ies.aacrao.org/202-296-3359OrWES 11 Step 4. Take required nursing pre-admission test (TEAS: Test of Essential Academic Skills) for EnglishComprehension, Math and English Grammar. Applicants must receive a score of 65% or higher in eachof the three sections. Registration and exam information can be found on page 8 of this document. Step 5. Submit all admission documents to the Program Director. They may be mailed to the addressabove; they may also be scanned and emailed to lbeard@nvcc.edu. The following admissiondocuments must be sent before the interview can be scheduled:-completed LPN application form (see page 11 of this document.)-official copy of high school transcripts-high school diploma or GED-TEAS scoresContact the program director to schedule your admission interview via email or phone:lbeard@nvcc.edu 703-822-6522. Step 6. Complete the Admission Interview: meet with the program director. This meeting generallytakes approximately 30 minutes and is held on campus at the MEC, Office 210. Step 7. Register and pay for classes by going to MyWorkforce at nvcc.augusoft.net. Make sure youhave your Student ID/EMPLID ready. If you are new to MyWorkforce please create a new profile.Locate your course and register. Students intending to apply for financial aid: http://www.nvcc.edu/financialaid/index.html).You mayalso click on: https://www.nvcc.edu/financialaid/support/faq.html for more information. It is essentialto begin the financial aid process as soon as your admission is confirmed.3
ONCE YOU ARE ADMITTED: REQUIREMENTSTHE FOLLOWING ARE REQUIREMENTS FOR ENROLLMENT AFTER BEING ACCEPTED INTO THE PRACTICALNURSING PROGRAM: Criminal Background check & Urine Drug Screen - Applicants who do not pass the backgroundcheck and drug screen test will not be allowed to enroll in any practical nursing course.COMPLETED PHYSICAL EXAMS INCLUDING IMMUNIZATIONS (HEP B, VARICELLA, MMR, TDAP)& NEGATIVE PPD OR CXR*Please carefully review page 4 of the LPN Physical Exam Form for information regarding requiredimmunizations.-Immunity for MMR shall be demonstrated through documentation of 2 MMR immunizations or having positiveIGG titers (per lab reference range)- Immunity of Varicella shall be demonstrated through documentation of 2 Varicella immunizations or apositive Varicella titer (per lab reference range)-Immunity for pertussis shall be demonstrated through documentation of Tdap vaccination for persons aged11 years or older-Documentation of Hepatitis B vaccine or documentation of titer or signed waiver if vaccine was declined-Documentation of negative tuberculosis (TB) skin test within past 12 months; for those with history of a positiveskin test, must show documentation of negative chest x-ray and no evidence of active disease- Documentation of flu vaccination. Those who qualify for an exemption (e.g. for medical or religiousobservances) must follow the guidelines established for requesting an approval for exemption. BLS for HCP (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers) through the American Heart Association only. Liability Insurance Legal RestrictionsThe State Board of Nursing has the authority to deny licensure to any applicant who has violated anyof the provisions of 54.1-3007 of the Code of Virginia. There is also a July 1992 change in Virginia lawthat prohibits licensed nursing homes, home care organizations, licensed homes for adults, andlicensed adult day care centers from hiring any individual who has been convicted of a broad rangeof criminal acts. Any student entering the program who has committed any illegal offenses other thanminor traffic violations should discuss these matters with the Program Head or Nursing Coordinator priorto admission. To learn more please go to http://leg1.state.va.us/000/cod/54.1-*For PPD requirement, student may elect to complete the 2-step TST tuberculin test or a Quantiferontest. (See page 4 of the Physical Admission Form.)PROGRAM CURRICULUMThis program will provide you with an opportunity to enter the nursing field in three semesters of study. LicensedPractical Nurses (LPN) play an important role in the delivery of health care in hospitals, long term care facilities,physician’s offices, clinics and other agencies. The practical nursing program is a 12 month program leading to acertificate in practical nursing. It prepares the student for licensure through the National Council LicensingExamination (NCLEX-PN). This program is approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR THE PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAMThe abilities and skills which students must possess in order to complete the training associated with the NorthernVirginia Community College (NOVA) Practical Nursing Programs are referred to as Essential Functions or TechnicalStandards. These essential functions and technical standards are a group of minimal physical and cognitiveabilities as well as sufficient mental and emotional stability to confirm that students are able to complete the4
entire course of study, participate fully in all aspects of training, and be deployable as competent PracticalNursing students, with or without reasonable accommodation.The NOVA Practical Nursing program has the ethical responsibility for the safety of patients with whom studentswill come in contact, and to the public to assure that its students can become fully competent Nursingprofessionals. Thus, it is important that persons admitted to our programs possess the intelligence, integrity,compassion, humanitarian concern, and physical and emotional capacity necessary to practice nursing skills.Students must verify that they meet these essential functions and technical standards at the time of matriculationto our programs and maintain them during their training. Students are obligated to alert the Practical NurseProgram Director of any change in their ability to fulfill the essential functions or technical standards. Students whodo not meet the essential functions or technical standards are at risk for dismissal from the program.ESSENTI AL FUNCTION I: OBSERVATION Observe demonstrations and participate in physical examination sessions, campus lab and clinical skills workshops,observe the difference of normal versus pathological states. They must be able to obtain a medical history andperform a complete physical examination in order to integrate findings based on these observations and to developan appropriate diagnostic and treatment plan. Possess the visual ability sufficient for observation and assessment necessary in nursing care in order to observe clientresponses.ESSENTI AL FUNCTION II: COMMUNICATION Communicate effectively and sensitively with faculty, patients, their families, peers, and members of the healthcareteam. Communicate effectively with patients from different social and cultural backgrounds, as well as develop effectiveprofessional rapport with patients and co-workers. Record examinations and client responses to treatment clearly and diagnostic results clearly, accurately andefficiently. Communicate effectively in English with patients, family and other health care professionals in a variety of clinicalpractice sites. Students must have the communication abilities sufficient for interaction with faculty, peers, clients, family members,and the healthcare team in verbal and written form in order to initiate problem-solving nursing activities such as datagathering, explaining procedures, and documenting client responses. Possess the auditory ability sufficient to monitor and assess health needs in order to communicate in person and bytelephone and to hear monitor alarms, emergency signals, auscultatory sounds, and cries for help.ESSENTI AL FUNCTION III: MOTOR FUNCTION Demonstrate the capacity to perform physical examinations and diagnostic maneuvers.Respond to emergency situations in a timely manner and provide general and emergency care.Possess adequate sensory function and motor coordination to fulfill minimum competency objectivesfor inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation necessary to perform a physical examination.Demonstrate sufficient postural control, neuromuscular control and eye-to-hand coordination in orderto utilize standard medical/surgical instruments to participate in the inpatient and outpatient settingand other clinical activities. Demonstrate the physical abilities sufficient to move from room to room and maneuver in small spacesand administer cardio-pulmonary procedures. Demonstrate the gross and fine motor abilities sufficient to provide safe and effective nursing care inorder to calibrate and use equipment; position clients.ESSENTI AL FUNCTION IV: INTELLECTUAL-CONCEPTUAL, INTEGRATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE ABI LITIES Learn through a variety of modalities including, but not limited to, classroom instruction; small group, teamand collaborative activities; individual study; preparation and presentation of reports; and use computertechnology. Possess the mental capacity to assimilate and learn a large amount of complex, technical and detailedinformation in order to formulate diagnostic and therapeutic plans. Possess the critical thinking ability and skills sufficient for clinical judgment in order to identify cause andaffect relationships in clinical situations.ESSENTI AL FUNCTION V: BEHAVIORAL AND SOCI AL ATTRIBUTES Possess the emotional stability to function effectively under stress and to adapt to an environmentthat may change rapidly, without warning, and/or in unpredictable ways.5
Accept responsibility for learning, exercising good judgment, and promptly completing allresponsibilities attendant to the diagnosis and care of patients. Understand the legal and ethical standards of the medical profession.Work effectively, respectfully and professionally as part of the healthcare team, and to provide culturallycompetent nursing care with patients, their families, and health care personnel in a courteous, professional,and respectful manner.Contribute to collaborative, constructive learning environments; accept constructive feedback from others;and take personal responsibility for making appropriate positive changes. Demonstrate the interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with clients in a helpful and tactful manner. Adapt to changing environment/stress and establish therapeutic boundaries. Focus attention on task, including in distracting/chaotic environment.Handle strong emotions (grief). Monitor own emotions. Perform multiple responsibilities concurrently.The following courses must be taken in the order shownCoursesCourse DescriptionSpring SemesterHuman Biology(1)Foundation Skills inNursing (1)Orientation &Study SkillsMedicalTerminologyPresents an integrated approach to human anatomy and physiology, microbiology,and pathology. Includes chemistry and physics as related to health science.Introduces principles of nursing including concepts of health, wellness, Illness,nutrition, medication administration and the nursing process. Develops nursing skillsto meet the multidimensional needs of individuals across the life span. Focuses onFundamentals of Nursing.Generally covers study skills, time-management, decision-making, and thedevelopment of a college and career success plan.Medical terminology is the language of medicine and the key to success in all medicalcareer paths.Summer SemesterFoundation Skills inNursing (2)Explores the use of the nursing process to meet the multidimensional needs ofindividuals and developing families. Focuses on Medical Surgical Nursing.Human Biology (2)Presents an integrated approach to human anatomy and physiology. Includeschemistry and physics as applied to health science. In addition pathology is integratedinto systems.Pharmacology forPractical NursesEmphasizes clinical pharmacology for nurses including pharmacokinetics, drug-drugand drug-disease interactions, drug allergies and adverse events, mechanisms ofaction, drug classes and specific agents within each class.Foundation Skills inNursing (3)Explores the care of individuals and/or families experiencing alterations in healthusing the nursing process. Focuses on Mental Health and Maternity/pediatric Nursing.Fall SemesterInformationLiteracyCovers the information literacy core competencies focusing on the use of informationtechnology skills.VIRGINIA PHAR6
MACY TECHNICIAN EXARGINIA PHARMACY TECHNICIANDISABILITY SERVICESThe College is committed to the goal of providing each qualified student an equal opportunity to pursue acollege education regardless of disability. Efforts will be made toward meeting reasonable requests for servicesto students with disabilities eligible under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans withDisabilities Act (ADA), and the ADAAA (ADA Amendments Act of 2008).Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact a Counselor for Disability Services in the Student Services orCounseling Center of any campus to discuss possible accommodations.A student with disability at the Medical Education Campus can meet with:Ms. Anmarie KallasRoom 202 Student Services Medical Education Campus(703) 822-6633Email: akallas@nvcc.eduFINANCIAL AID INFORMATION & RESCOURCES This program is approved for financial aid and GI BILL benefits.WIA (the Workforce Investment Act) Tuition assistance is available. Please, contact SkillSource to checkyour eligibility. http://www.myskillsource.org/home/wia.shtml Potential Scholarships1.Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation for low-income women and rt.html2.The Ladies Board of INOVA Loudoun Hospital for students who live or work in Loudoun ps.cfm3.Mildred A. Mason Memorial scholarship foundation.http://hs.odu.edu/nursing/pdf/mmm packet.pdf4.Health Occupations Students of America.http://www.hosa.org/5.Mary Marshall Nursing Scholarship Program for Licensed Practical arycare/incentives/nursing/rn guidelines.htm6. Virginia Association for Family and Community Education – Mrs. Guy Roof ginia-association-for-family-and-community- education-mrsguy-roof-scholarship/7. Coursey Enterprises Student Scholarship: 7
TEAS EXAM & TESTING CENTER INFORMATIONAll students are required to take the nursing pre-admission test (TEAS; Test of Essential Academic Skills Version6) for Reading Comprehension, Math and English Grammar. Applicants must receive a score of 65% or higherin each section.How to take TEAS exam?a. Create username and password at www.atitesting.com . Please note: Do not register! Refer toLPN website and click on “TEAS” link and see“How to Create a Student n.htmlb. Preparing for the Exam: A TEAS Prep book is available through http://www.atitesting.com . Limited copies of thestudy guide are available in the MEC Resource Center (Library) for loan. It is also availablefor purchase from the MEC campus bookstore. Workforce Development also has TEASprep courses, please see the My Workforce website for dates.http://www.nvcc.edu/workforce.c. Pay for the Exam: For each attempt, the cost of the TEAS pre-admission test is 55. To see the instructions onhow to pay for the test, go to www.nvcc.edu/medical/testing/. See “Helpful Links” on theleft hand side of the webpage and click on ‘Paying for the TEAS test,’ and follow theinstructions. For any questions about this process please contact the MEC Testing Centerat mectesting@nvcc.edu or call 703-822-6654.d. On the testing day, Bring a valid picture ID (NOVA ID, driver’s license, Passport, etc.), your student ID number, username and password for ATI to the NOVA Medical Education Campus(MEC). This test is given only at the Medical Education Campus in Springfield, VA.Go to the testing center #344Keep in mind that students must be signed in 3 hours before the testing center closes inorder to have enough time to complete the TEAS Exam. Check the testing center schedulebefore coming
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