Program Information
Curriculum
Required
general education courses may be completed at an accredited college of the
student’s choice. A minimum grade of "C" is required in each of the
courses listed below. The science courses (Human Anatomy and Physiology
and Microbiology) must be taken within seven years of beginning the
nursing program.
Books
LPN and RN -
Chanute 2009 - 2010
LPN and RN - Ottawa - 2009
- 2010
Prerequisites:
CNA - Certified Nurses
Aide
Human Anatomy and Physiology with Lab - 5 hrs.
General Psychology - 3 hrs.
Developmental Psychology - 3 hrs.
Pre-Nursing Classes:
Intro to Nursing – 2 hrs.
Drug Calculations - 1
hr.
Freshman Year (Level I –
LPN)
General Education
Course:
Nutrition – 3 hrs.
English Composition I - 3 hrs.
Nursing Classes
Foundations of Nsg – 6
hrs.
Adult Care I - 5 hrs.
Adult Care II - 5 hrs.
Family Nsg I - 6 hrs.
Nursing Pharmacology - 3
hrs.
Completion of Level I, prepares the student to take the state board
examinations for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
All LPN’s wishing to be admitted into the nursing program must complete
the following course:
Introduction to Associate Degree Nursing - 5 hrs.
Sophomore Year (Level II – RN)
General Education
Course:
Microbiology with Lab - 5 hrs.
Interpersonal Communication - 3 hrs
Introduction to
Sociology - 3 hrs.
Computer Literacy Test-Out - 0 hrs.
Nursing Classes
Family Nsg II - 4 hrs.
Mental Health - 4 hrs.
Patient Care Management - 4 hrs.
Nsg Care
of Complex Patient – 4 hrs.
Completion of Level I and Level II prepares the student to take state
board examinations for Registered Nurse (RN).
Upon successful completion of the nursing program, students will receive
an Associate of Applied Science degree with a major in nursing (ADN).
Estimated Cost of the
Nursing Program
Cost Estimates
Chanute
Independence
Ottawa
Special fees for nursing students, at
student’s expense, include the purchase of uniforms, liability
insurance, health insurance, criminal background check, name pins, watch
with a second hand, stethoscope, white shoes and hose/socks, TB skin
test or chest x-ray, immunizations, physical, CPR and pinning fees.
Scholarships
A
limited number of nursing scholarships are available through the nursing
department based upon the scores of the nursing entrance exam and
financial need. Eligible students receive a scholarship
application with their acceptance letter in Level I. Other
available scholarship opportunities are posted by instructors on Inside
NC as they become available.
Additional scholarships are available through the financial aid office.
Uniforms
CLASSROOM-DRESS CODE
All nursing students will be expected to wear apparel that is
non-disruptive in the classroom setting.
CLINICAL DRESS CODE
Student Uniforms as described by the dress code and in compliance with
the dress code set forth by affiliating agencies are to be worn while
engaged in clinical experiences.
To protect and enhance the student’s projected image, health care
practices, and the welfare of the client, the following standards of
personal appearance are to be adhered to by all NCCC Nursing Students.
The nursing student’s uniform
consists of a 2-gray scrub top, 1-white lab coat, and 1-peach polo.
Students will purchase their own black scrub pants. Students must be in
full uniform on all clinical and clinical assignment days.
Each student shall wear a name tag stating he/she is an NCCC
nursing student while in the clinical area.
Full-length hose are to be worn by the nursing student with a
skirt uniform and either full-length hose or plain white socks with
pants. Plain, white, leather
shoes are mandatory and are
to be kept clean, in good repair, and worn
only for clinical days.
Sandals, canvas tennis shoes, clogs, Crocks, open toe or
sling-back shoes are not to be worn with student uniform.
Uniforms are worn for clinical assignment in cooperating agencies
or by request of the instructor.
The peach polo along with the black scrub pants are to be worn
during lab and other community activity assignments.
Students are responsible for the care of their uniforms, which
are to be kept clean, pressed, and in good repair.
The gray scrub tops, white lab jacket and peach polo shirt are ordered
by the school and will be purchased through the bookstore.
The student shall be responsible for securing the remainder of
their uniform.
A white lab coat may be worn over the approved student uniform
with name tag in the clinical area.
Student must wear name tag, uniform scrub pants, either gray scrub top
or peach polo, (lab coat is optional) as directed by instructor, to pick
up clinical assignments or visit departments, outside of regularly
scheduled clinical time.
Caps are obtained through the college bookstore.
Green stripes for caps for use after graduating from Level I (PN)
and black stripes for use after graduating from Level II (RN) may be
obtained through the nursing office.
Makeup should be applied tastefully.
The body and clothing must be kept clean.
Daily bathing, use of deodorant, and good oral hygiene are
essential. Perfumes and
cologne are not recommended in the clinical agencies.
The student's hair is to be kept clean, controlled and
professional in appearance.
Unadorned hair clips or hair combs may be used to secure hair firmly in
place. Short, well-groomed
fingernails, without polish, are required during clinical times.
A watch with a second hand is required.
Students may wear wedding and engagement rings and one pair of
small, plain earrings that do not extend below the ear lobe. No other
visible piercing is allowed including tongue piercing. Male nursing
students shall be clean shaven or have neatly trimmed facial hair.
Visible tattoos will be covered according to facility policy or
instructor discretion.
Students are to adhere to the uniform policy.
Faculty reserve the right to send a student home who comes to
clinical, lab or assigned community activities noncompliant with the
uniform dress code. This
will result in a clinical absence for the day.
Chanute and Independence
Shari
Proctor
Administrative Assistant - Nursing
Neosho County Community College
Mary Grimes School of Nursing
800 W. 14th Street
Chanute, KS 66720
(620) 431-2820, ext. 254, or (800) 729-6222, ext. 254 (KS only)
Fax: (620) 431-0082 "Attention Nursing"
E-mail:
nursing.chanute@neosho.edu
Ottawa
Kelly Hamm
Administrative Assistant - Nursing
Neosho County Community College
Mary Grimes School of Nursing
226 Beech Street
Ottawa, KS 66067
(785) 242-2067, ext. 314, or (888) 466-2688, ext. 314 (KS only)
Fax:
(785) 242-2067
E-mail:
khamm@neosho.edu
Last
Update: 10/20/09 |
