KCTCS ONLINE LPN-ADN
PROGRAM STUDENT HANDBOOK
Jefferson Community and Technical College
KCTCS Online: Learn on Demand
LPN to Associate Degree Nursing Program
109 East Broadway
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Dr. Margie Charasika
Academic Program Coordinator/Master Advisor
Margie.Charasika@kctcs.edu
502-213-2292 (Office)
502-213-2491 (Fax)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome Letter ............................................................................................................ 3
KCTCS Vision, Mission and Values ................................................................................ 4
The Philosophy .............................................................................................................. 5
The Conceptual Framework .......................................................................................... 7
Operational Definitions ................................................................................................. 9
Program Competencies............................................................................................... 12
Curriculum Guide, Course Descriptions, & Competencies ....................................... 13
Program Policies & Procedures................................................................................... 25
Guidelines for Admission, Re-admission, and Transfer .................................. 25
Grades, Exams, and Grading Scale .................................................................. 26
KBN Regulations. ............................................................................................. 26
Cellular Phones ............................................................................................... 26
Dress Code ...................................................................................................... 26
Clinical Assignments, Nursing Labs ................................................................. 27
Sexual Harassment Policy .............................................................................. 27
Student Code of Conduct ............................................................................... 28
Learning Contract, Financial Aid, Dropping a Course, Required Documents…28
Required Documentation ............................................................................... 29
Technical Standards ........................................................................................ 30
Immunization/Health Record ......................................................................... 31
Liability Insurance ........................................................................................... 34
CPR .................................................................................................................. 34
Kentucky Licensed Practical Nurse Registry ................................................... 34
College Transcripts .......................................................................................... 34
Background Check and Drug Screening. ......................................................... 35
Typhon Nursing School Student Tracking System (NSST) ............................... 38
Additional Supplies Needed ............................................................................ 38
KCTCS Resources Available For Students………………………………………………………39
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Dear Student:
Welcome to the KCTCS Online: Learn on Demand LPN-ADN Program. We hope that you will have a rewarding
educational experience as you navigate your way through each modularized course. Time management and
commitment are critical to success in any online course.
I think you will find, in each course a group of highly motivated students like yourself, who are self-directed,
enthusiastic and willing to do whatever it takes to be successful. Therefore, as you embark on this journey to
complete your Associate in Applied Science Degree through completion of the Associate Degree Nursing
Program, it will be essential that you complete the assignments and take advantage of all online resources as
well as any supplemental resources that might be suggested.
The facilitator for each course will provide timely feedback and pose questions to guide your deeper
understanding and completion of coursework. Because the LPN-ADN Program Team wants this to be a
positive learning experience for you, we have prepared this resource handbook for your reference throughout
the program ; however, please do not hesitate to contact the Program Coordinator regarding any additional
questions or concerns that you might have.
I look forward to your successful completion of the program and achievement of your personal and/or
professional career goals.
Sincerely,
Margie Charasika, EdD, MSN, MSCM, RN, CNE
Academic Program Coordinator/Master Advisor
KCTCS Online: Learn on Demand
LPN-ADN Program
Jefferson Community and Technical College
109 East Broadway
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Tele: 502-213-2292
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KCTCS: OUR VISION, MISSION, AND VALUES
Our Vision
At KCTCS, our vision is to create a comprehensive community and technical college system recognized as the
nation's best.
Our Mission
In everything we do, our mission is to improve the quality of life and employability of the citizens of the
Commonwealth by serving as the primary provider of:

Certificate, diploma, associate degree, and transfer programs

Workforce training to meet the needs of existing and new businesses and industries

Remedial and continuing education

Short-term, customized training for business and industry

Adult education

Associated services
Our Values
When we say "Higher Education Begins Here," we take it seriously. KCTCS has been given great responsibility
for the prosperity and well-being of all Kentuckians. Our values reflect that, and include:

Mission driven goals
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Quality Programs and excellence in teaching
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Student success and lifelong learning
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Open access with responsive delivery
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Positive culture with trust, respect, and open communication
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KCTCS ONLINE: LEARN ON DEMAND LPN-ADN PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
The philosophy of the KCTCS Online LPN to ADN program is congruent with the Kentucky Community and
Technical College System (KCTCS) mission statement and is supported by the works of Marjory Gordon and the
National League for Nursing.
The faculty believes that:
Each individual is a unique, holistic being with bio-psychosocial, cultural and spiritual dimensions in constant
interaction with the environment. All human beings have in common certain functional patterns that
contribute to their health, quality of life and achievement of human potential.
Health is an optimal level of functioning that allows individuals, families or communities, to develop their
potential to the fullest. Health is measured by parameters and norms combined with a client’s perception and
includes multi-dimensional states of health and illness. Ideally, health is consistent with individual potential
and allows nursing intervention to be individualized.
The environment is an aggregate of all the conditions and socio-cultural influences affecting the life and
development of a person. Interaction between the client and the environment is an essential common thread
running through all functional patterns. The environment impacts the individual’s functional and
dysfunctional patterns.
Nursing is the art and science of applying a specialized body of knowledge and skills in providing evidencedbased clinically competent care. The nursing process is used as a basis for nursing care decisions and client
interaction. The goals of nursing include promoting independence, maintaining and restoring health or
supporting a peaceful death.
Nursing education belongs within institutions of higher learning and supports educational mobility. The
affordability and accessibility of the community college provides an ideal setting for Associate Degree Nursing
education. The curriculum combines study in nursing and related disciplines. Associate Degree Nursing
education is responsive to current economic, social, demographic and political forces and to technological
changes in transforming healthcare delivery.
Learning is an individual and lifelong process evidenced by changed behavior resulting from the acquisition of
knowledge, skills, understanding and attitudes. Learning in an educational setting is enhanced by a
teacher/student relationship in which the teacher’s responsibility is to structure and facilitate optimal
conditions for critical thinking and learning through clearly defined educational competencies. The student
brings to this relationship the willingness to learn and is accountable for his/her education. Recognizing that
both the rate and style of learning differ with individuals, various strategies are utilized to facilitate the
student’s achievement of program competencies, attainment of maximum potential and promotion of
continued learning.
The A.D.N. graduate, having achieved the program competencies, is prepared to practice in a variety of
settings within the parameters of individual knowledge and experience according to the standards of practice.
The role of the A.D.N. graduate includes provider of care, manager of care and member of the discipline.
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Encompassed within these roles are the core components of professional behaviors, communication, nursing
process, clinical decision-making, caring interventions, teaching and learning, collaboration and managing
care.
References:
Council of A. D.N. Competencies Task Force National League for Nursing (2000). Competencies for
graduates of A.D.N. programs. Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publisher.
Gordon, M. (1994). Nursing diagnosis: Process and application. 3rd edition, St. Louis: Mosby.
Henderson, V. (1966). The nature of nursing: A definition and its implications, practice, research and
education. New York: MacMillen.
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CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
The conceptual framework of the Associate Degree Nursing (A.D.N.) program as developed and valued by the
faculty is based upon constructs of the nursing paradigm and related concepts.
The framework relates the philosophy to the curriculum and provides focus for the program. It organizes and
explains the relationships between the concepts of the philosophy and depicts the eight core components of
nursing practice and eleven functional health patterns.
The faculty’s beliefs about the paradigm: person, health, environment and nursing are based on the National
League for Nursing educational competencies for A.D.N. graduates and Marjory Gordon’s functional health
pattern framework and related works.
Intrinsic to the three roles of the nurse, provider of care, manager of care and member of the discipline, are
the core components of nursing practice. The eight core components of nursing practice are: professional
behaviors, communication, nursing process, clinical decision making, caring interventions, teaching and
learning, collaboration and managing care. These core components are introduced, developed, and built upon
throughout the curriculum.
The client’s functional health patterns are: health perception/health management, nutrition/metabolic,
elimination, activity/exercise, sleep-rest, cognitive-perceptual, self-perception/self-concept, role/relationship,
sexuality/reproductive, coping/stress tolerance and value/belief. These patterns are influenced by the client’s
culture, age/development, state of health/illness and serve as a unifying structure for the organization of the
curriculum.
The nurse-client interaction takes place in and is influenced by the environment. The goals of this interaction
include: promoting independence, maintaining and restoring health and supporting a peaceful death.
The conceptual model is a visual representation of the relationships among the concepts of the philosophy. It
depicts the eight core components inherent in nursing practice and the eleven functional patterns inherent in
the client.
References:
Council of A.D.N. Competencies Task Force National League for Nursing (2000). Competencies for
graduates of A.D.N. programs. Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publisher.
Gordon, M. (1994). Nursing diagnosis: Process and application. 3rd edition, St. Louis: Mosby.
Henderson, V. (1966). The nature of nursing: A definition and its implications, practice, research and
education. New York: MacMillen.
Adopted:
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OPERATIONAL DEFINITIONS
Core Components are those elements of Associate Degree Nursing that are essential to entry level registered
nursing practice and are inherent in the three roles of nursing practice: provider of care, manager of care and
member of the discipline. These include professional behaviors, communication, nursing process, clinical
decision-making, caring interventions, teaching and learning, collaboration and managing care. These core
components are defined as:
 Professional Behaviors of nursing practice are characterized by a commitment to the profession of nursing
and an adherence to standards of professional practice, accountability for her/his own actions, and
behaviors and practices within legal, ethical and regulatory frameworks. Professional behaviors also
include concern for others, as demonstrated by caring, valuing the profession of nursing and participation
in ongoing professional development.
 Communication is an interactive process in which an exchange of verbal, nonverbal, written and
technological information occurs. This process includes the nurse, client, significant others, members of
the healthcare team and community agencies. Effective communication demonstrates caring, compassion
and cultural awareness. It is directed toward promoting positive outcomes and establishing trusting
relationships. Therapeutic communication is an interactive verbal and non-verbal process between the
nurse and the client that assists the client to cope with change, develop more satisfying interpersonal
relationships and integrate new knowledge and skills.
 Nursing Process is the critical thinking framework that is the essential and lasting skill characteristic of the
nursing profession. This framework is ongoing and is divided into five steps: assessment, diagnosis,
planning, implementation and evaluation.
 Clinical decision-making encompasses the use of the nursing process, access of information through
multiple mechanisms and the analysis and integration of knowledge and information to formulate clinical
judgments. Effective clinical decision-making results in determining solutions, individualizing and assuring
safe accurate care and positive outcomes. The use of evidence based practice and critical thinking
provides the basis for appropriate clinical decision-making.
 Caring Interventions are nursing behaviors and actions that assist clients in maintaining functional patterns
that contribute to their health, quality of life and achievement of human potential. These interventions
are based on nursing knowledge and skills, nursing research and past nursing experiences. Caring is the
“being with” and “doing for” that assists clients to achieve desired outcomes and includes nurturing,
protective, compassionate and person-centered behaviors.
Caring creates an environment of hope and trust, where client choices related to cultural values, beliefs and
lifestyle are respected.
 Teaching and Learning processes promote and maintain health and are implemented through
collaboration with the client, significant others and members of the healthcare team. Teaching
encompasses health education to facilitate informed decision-making, achieve positive outcomes and
support optimal health. Important components of the teaching process include the transmission of
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information, evaluation of the response to teaching and the modification of teaching based on client
outcomes. Learning involves the assimilation of information to increase knowledge and change behavior.
 Collaboration shares planning, decision-making, problem solving, goal setting and assumption of
responsibilities by those who work cooperatively using open professional communication. Collaboration
occurs with the client, significant others, peers, other members of the healthcare team and community
agencies. The nurse is an advocate, liaison, coordinator, and colleague who functions within the team to
support holistic, client-centered care across healthcare settings. Collaboration requires consideration of
client needs, priorities, preferences, available resources and services shared accountability and mutual
respect.
 Managing Care is the efficient, effective use of human, physical, financial and technological resources to
assure that the right care is given at the right time, in the right setting and at the right cost to achieve
desired outcomes. It involves planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. In managing care, the nurse
collaborates with the healthcare team to assist the client to achieve positive outcomes in a cost effective
manner, to transition within and across healthcare settings and to access resources.
Functional Health Patterns are ways of living that include a configuration of behaviors that occur across time.
The patterns are interrelated, interactive and independent. Functional and dysfunctional patterns determine
client strengths and/or nursing diagnoses. There are eleven (11) functional health patterns that include:
health perception/health management, nutrition/metabolic, elimination, activity/exercise, sleep-rest,
cognitive-perceptual, self-perception/self-concept, role/relationships, sexuality/reproductive, coping/stress
tolerance and value/belief. They are defined as:
 Health Perception-Health Management describes the client’s perceived pattern of health and well-being
and how health is managed. It includes the client’s perception of his/her own health status, the general
level of health care behaviors and adherence to health practices.
 Nutritional-Metabolic describes the client’s pattern of food and fluid consumption relative to metabolic
need and pattern indicators of nutrient supply. It includes skin integrity, nutritional intake, nutrient supply
to tissues and metabolic needs,
 Elimination describes patterns of excretory function (bowel, bladder, and skin). It includes the client’s
perceived excretory functions, changes or disturbances in function, devices used to control excretion and
family/community disposal patterns.
 Activity-Exercise describes patterns of exercise, activity, leisure and recreation. It includes activities of
daily living requiring energy expenditure, type and quality of exercise and factors that interfere with the
expected pattern (neuromuscular deficits, musculoskeletal abnormalities, and cardio-pulmonary
insufficiencies).
 Sleep-Rest describes patterns of sleep, rest, and relaxation. It includes the perception of quality and
quantity of sleep, rest-relaxation and energy levels.
 Cognitive-Perceptual describes sensory-perceptual and cognitive. It includes adequacy of vision, hearing,
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conception/worth, body image. It includes attitudes of self, perception of abilities (cognitive, affective or
physical), image, identity, worth and emotional patterns.
 Role-Relationship describes the client’s pattern of role engagements and relationships. It includes the
client’s perception of his/her major roles, responsibilities and relationships in current life situations.
 Sexuality-Reproductive describes the client’s patterns of satisfaction and dissatisfaction with sexuality. It
includes reproductive patterns and satisfaction with sexual relationships.
 Coping-Stress-Intolerance describes the client’s general coping pattern and effectiveness in terms of stress
- tolerance. It includes the capacity to resist challenges to self-integrity, modes of handling stress, support
systems and ability to control or manage situations.
 Value-Belief describes patterns of values, beliefs (including spiritual) and goals that guide the client’s
choice of decisions. It includes perceptions of what is important in life, and conflicts in values, beliefs or
expectations that are health related.
References:
Council of A.D.N. Competencies Task Force National League for Nursing (2000). Competencies for
graduates of A.D.N. programs. Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publisher.
Gordon, M. (1994). Nursing diagnosis: Process and application. 3rd edition, St. Louis: Mosby.
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PROGRAM COMPETENCIES
Program Competencies:
Upon completion of this program, the Associate Degree Nursing graduate can:
1. Utilize the nursing process incorporating Gordon’s functional health patterns as a basis for clinical decisionmaking in providing client, family and community care;
2. Develop, implement and evaluate individualized plans of care focusing on services and activities that promote
independence, maintain or restore health or support a peaceful death;
3. Practice in a variety of settings within the parameters of individual knowledge and experience according to the
standards of practice;
4. Demonstrate competency in the performance of all essential nursing skills as identified by the Associate Degree
Nursing faculty;
5. Recognize situations beyond one’s knowledge and experience, and seek consultation from appropriate
resources in a changing healthcare environment;
6. Provide evidence-based clinically competent care;
7. Collaborate with the client, family, significant others and members of the health care team in the management
of care;
8. Establish and maintain effective/therapeutic communication with clients, families, significant others and
members of the health care team;
9. Integrate caring behaviors into all aspects of nursing practice;
10. Delegate aspects of nursing care to other members of the health care team commensurate with educational
preparation and experience;
11. Establish priorities and organize nursing care in a timely, efficient and cost effective manner;
12. Serve as a client advocate;
13. Assume responsibility for professional development;
14. Manage care that demonstrates respect for diverse clients;
15. Practice within the ethical, legal and regulatory frameworks of nursing and;
16. Use teaching/learning processes to facilitate clients informed decision-making to achieve positive outcomes and
support functional patterns.
General Education Competencies:
Upon completion of this program the Associate Degree Nursing graduate can:
1. Communicate effectively using standard written English;
2. Communicate in a clear oral and non-verbal fashion and employ active listening skills;
3. Demonstrate basic skills in computer operations and/or software applications;
4. Organize, analyze, and make information useful by employing mathematics;
5. Demonstrate an awareness of one’s interaction with the biological/physical environment;
6. Demonstrate an awareness of self as an individual, as a member of a multicultural society, and/or as a member
of the world community;
7. Recognize the impact of decisive ideas and events in human heritage;
8. Develop and perform basic search strategies and access information in a variety of formats, print and non-print.
9. Analyze, summarize and interpret a variety of reading materials;
10. Think critically and make connections in learning across the disciplines;
11. Elaborate upon knowledge to create new thoughts, processes and/or products; and,
12. Demonstrate an awareness of ethical considerations in making value choices.
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CURRICULUM GUIDE, COURSE DESCRIPTIONS, & COMPETENCIES
A student who has passed the National Council Licensure Examination—PN (NCLEX-PN) and holds an active
unrestricted license for practical/vocational nursing will be awarded credit for the first semester nursing
course in a KCTCS Associate Degree Nursing Program. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses who graduated
more than three (3) years prior to admission to a KCTCS Associate Degree Nursing Program shall provide
verification of current employment. Current employment is defined as one (1) full year full-time employment
as an LPN/LVN within the last three years. The employment in nursing shall be defined as patient/client
contact and shall be verified by the employing agency/agencies using the standardized verification of
employment form. The student must meet nursing admissions criteria as stated in the Rules of the Senate,
Section IV.3.7.1 & 3.7.2.2, and be accepted into the nursing program for credit to be awarded.
A student who has passed the National Council Licensure Examination—PN (NCLEX-PN) and holds an active
unrestricted license for practical/vocational nursing and successfully completes Nursing LPN Summer Bridge
Course (NSG TBA) will be awarded credit for the second semester nursing course in a KCTCS Associate Degree
Nursing Program. Upon successful completion of all components of the course, the student will be admitted
to Nursing Three and will have earned five (5) credit hours for Nursing LPN Summer Bridge Course (NSG TBA)
and four (4) credit hours for Nursing Two, for a total of nine (9) credit hours.
COURSE AND PRE-REQUISITE(S)
NSG 106
Completion of Pre-Requisites:
Admission to Associate Degree Program
and BIO 137 (within ten years) with a
grade of “C” or better and (MT 110 or MT
150) with a grade of “C” or better and PY
110 or PSY 100.
Prior to or concurrent:
BIO 139 with a grade of C or better
(within 10 years)] and ENG 101.
NSG 206
Completion of Pre-Requisites:
NSG One and BIO 139 (within 10 years
old) with a grade of “C” or better , ENG
101
Prior to or concurrent:
PSY 223 and Oral Communications
Concurrent with:
Nursing Pharmacology I
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Nursing One
9 credit hours
Lecture: 5
hours/week
Laboratory: 12
hours/week
DESCRIPTION
Introduces and applies Gordon’s
Functional Health Patterns (FHP) within
the context of the contemporary health
care system. Emphasizes foundation
knowledge of nursing practice, skills
acquisition, and care of clients with risk
for or actual common chronic health
pattern dysfunctions.
Nursing Two
9 credit hours
Lecture: 5
hours/week
Laboratory: 12
hours/week
Includes the application of core
components of nursing to clients
experiencing alterations in health.
Focuses on the nursing care for the
client with mental health dysfunctions
and the client experiencing acute
and/or chronic health pattern
dysfunctions
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NURSING PRACTICE I (NSG 106)
DESCRIPTION:


Introduces and applies Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns (FHP) within the context of the
contemporary health care system
Emphasizes foundation knowledge of nursing practice, skills acquisition, and care of clients with risk for
or actual common chronic health pattern dysfunctions
COMPETENCIES:
Upon completion of this course the student can:
1. Apply Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns (FHP) as a basis for assessment with emphasis on the adult
and gerontologic client.
2. Perform identified foundation nursing skills according to critical criteria.
3. Identify and apply, at a beginning level, the nursing process to clinical decision making and the
management of care for one client experiencing dysfunctional health patterns.
4. Demonstrate basic communication techniques with clients and members of the health care team.
5. Recognize and demonstrate caring behaviors in self and others.
6. Demonstrate a beginning knowledge of professional behaviors as identified by the American Nurses
Association (ANA) Standards of Nursing Practice.
7. Identify and respond to situations that require basic knowledge of teaching and learning strategies.
8. Identify and report situations that require collaboration with the client and other members of the
health care team.
Essential Skills – Nursing 106
Demonstration, supervised practice, and evaluation by faculty of competency in performing essential skills:
Safety Practices
Standard Precautions
Protective Barriers
Physical Assessment according to Gordon’s FHP
Administration of Medications
Medication Administration exam
Teaching – Learning
Surgical Asepsis
Sterile Dressing
Catheterization
I.V. Maintenance
Management of Care of One Patient
Individualized Nursing Care Plan
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NURSING PRACTICE II (NSG 206)
DESCRIPTIONS:
Includes the application of core components of nursing to clients experiencing alterations in health. Focuses
on nursing care for the client with mental health dysfunctions and the client experiencing acute and/or
chronic health pattern dysfunctions.
COMPETENCIES:
Upon completion of this course the student can:
1. Implement Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns (FHP) as a basis for assessment with emphasis on adult
clients with multiple dysfunctional health patterns.
2. Provide safe nursing care while maintaining previously learned skills and acquiring additional essential
skills that adhere to critical criteria.
3. Apply the nursing process to clinical decision making and the management of care for a minimum of
two clients with multiple dysfunctional health patterns.
4. Demonstrate therapeutic communication techniques with clients, families, significant others and
members of the health care team.
5. Demonstrate caring behaviors in nursing practice.
6. Demonstrate professional behaviors according to the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice in the delivery
of client care and self development.
7. Implement teaching-learning processes in the management of client care.
8. Participate in a collaborative team approach to provide holistic client-centered care.
Essential Skills – Nursing 206
Previously acquired essential skills from nursing one
Interactional process analysis journal
Management of care for 2 or more clients
Medication administration exam
Care plan
Nasogastric intubation
Gavage
Lavage
Suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasotracheal, nasopharyngeal, tracheobronchial)
Central line care
Blood and blood product administration
Tracheostomy care
Intravenous piggyback administration
Intravenous push medications
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PARENT COURSE
COURSE AND PRE-REQUISITE(S)
*NSG 196 (LPN ONLY)
Completion of Pre-Requisites:
Admission to Associate Degree Program
and [(BIO 137 & BIO 139 (within ten
years) with a grade of “C” or better) and
(MT 110 or MT 150) with a grade of “ C”
or better)] and (PY 110 or PSY 100) and
ENG 101
Prior to:
PSY 223 and Oral Communication Course
Concurrent with:
Nursing Pharmacology I
TITLE
Nursing LPN Bridge
5 credit hours
Lecture: 4
hours/week
Laboratory: 1
hours/week
Contact: 105 hours
total
DESCRIPTION
Builds upon the LVN/LPN experiences
in application of core components of
nursing. Focuses on the nursing care
for the client with mental health
dysfunctions and the client
experiencing acute and/or chronic
health pattern dysfunctions. Covers
selected content and skills from
Nursing One and Nursing Two.
Includes the role of the Associated
Degree Nurse and application of the
core components of nursing practice to
client’s experience.
MODULAR COURSES
Course #
NSG 1961
NSG 1962
NSG 1963
NSG 1964
NSG 1965
NSG 1966
Title and Description
Validation of Essential Skills:
Review of essential skills set
Role Transition - Level I
(co or prerequisite NSG 2161):
Provides transitions from the Licensed Practical Nurse to
the role of Associate Degree Nurse
Behavioral Health:
Focuses on the nursing care for the client with mental
health dysfunctions
Introduction to ADN Skills I
(co or prerequisite NSG 2162):
Allows students to demonstrate competencies for the
care of the mental health
Medical–Surgical Dysfunctions:
Covers the implementation of nursing care for the client
experiencing acute and/or chronic dysfunction in
Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns.
Introduction to ADN Skills II
(co or prerequisite NSG 2163) :
Allows students to demonstrate skills competencies for
the care of patients.
Module Totals:
Credit Hours &
Weeks
Contact
Hours
.4 = 3 weeks
18
1 = 5 weeks
15
1 = 5 weeks
15
.3 = 3 weeks
13.5
2 = 10 weeks
30
.3 = 3 weeks
13.5
5
105
*KCTCS requirements to meet computer literacy include: Scoring a passing score on the IC3 computer exam or successful
completion of IT100, CIS 100, OST 105 or documentation of successful completion of certification exams as approved by KCTCS.
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LPN TO ADN BRIDGE (NSG 196)
DESCRIPTION:
Builds upon the LVN/LPN experiences in application of core components of nursing. Focuses on the nursing
care for the client with mental health dysfunctions and the client experiencing acute and/or chronic health
pattern dysfunctions. Covers selected content and skills from Nursing One and Nursing Two. Includes the role
of the Associated Degree Nurse and application of the core components of nursing practice to client’s
experience.
COMPETENCIES:
Upon completion of this course the graduate will be able to:
1. Implement Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns (FHP) as a basis for assessment with emphasis on adult
clients with multiple dysfunctional health patterns.
2. Provide safe nursing care while maintaining previously learned skills and acquiring additional essential
skills that adhere to critical criteria.
3. Identify and apply, at a beginning level, the nursing process to clinical decision making and the
management of care for one client experiencing dysfunctional health patterns.
4. Demonstrate therapeutic communication techniques with clients, families, significant others and
members of the health care team.
5. Demonstrate caring behaviors in nursing practice.
6. Demonstrate professional behaviors according to the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice in the delivery
of client care and self development.
7. Implement teaching/learning processes into the management of client care.
8. Participate in a collaborative team approach to provide holistic client-centered care.
Essential Skills – Nursing 196 (LPN to AND Bridge)
All essential skills indicated in the first nursing course
Interactional process analysis journal
Medication administration exam
Care plan
Nasogastric intubation
Gavage
Lavage
Suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasotracheal, nasopharyngeal, tracheobronchial)
Central line care
Blood or blood product administration
Tracheostomy care
Intravenous piggyback administration
Intravenous push medications
Safety Practices (overriding)
Standard Precautions (overriding)
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PARENT COURSE
COURSE AND PRE-REQUISITE(S)
NSG 236
Completion of Pre-Requisites:
NSG Two and Nursing Pharmacology I with a grade
of “C” or better; or Completion of Nursing LPN
Bridge (NSG TBA) and Nursing Pharmacology I with a
grade of “C” or better. Oral Communication and PSY
223
Prior to or concurrent:
BIO 225 (within 10 years) with a grade of “C” or
better and English 102
Concurrent with: Nursing Pharmacology II
TITLE
Nursing Three
9 credit hours
Lecture: 5 hours/week
Laboratory: 12
hours/week
Contact: 255 hours
total
DESCRIPTION
Includes application of the
core components of nursing
to the care of child-bearing
and child-rearing families
experiencing functional and
dysfunctional health
patterns.
MODULAR COURSES
Course #
Title and Description
Credit Hours &
Weeks
Contact
Hours
NSG 2361
Childbearing Family:
Applies core components of nursing in the care
of child-bearing families experiencing functional
and dysfunctional health patterns
2.5 = 13 weeks
37.5
2 = 10 weeks
90
2 = 10 weeks
30
.5 = 3 weeks
7.5
2 = 10 weeks
90
9
255
NSG 2362
NSG 2363
NSG 2364
NSG 2365
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Maternal-Newborn Clinical
(co or prerequisite NSG 2261):
Applies core components of nursing in the care
of child-bearing families experiencing functional
and dysfunctional health patterns
The Pediatric Client
(co or prerequisite NSG 2262):
Applies core components of nursing in the care
of child-bearing families experiencing functional
and dysfunctional health patterns
Role Transition - Level II:
Provides overview of competencies required for
entry into practice
Pediatric Clinical:
Applies core components of nursing in the care
of child-bearing families experiencing functional
and dysfunctional health patterns
Module Totals:
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NURSING PRACTICE III (NSG 236)
DESCRIPTION:
Includes application of the core components of nursing to the care of child-bearing and child-rearing families
experiencing functional and dysfunctional health patterns.
COMPETENCIES:
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1. Use Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns (FHP) as a basis for assessment of childbearing and childrearing families.
2. Provide safe nursing care while demonstrating competency according to critical criteria in performance
of essential skills unique to childbearing and childrearing families.
3. Apply the nursing process to clinical decision making and the management of care for childbearing and
childrearing families.
4. Employ and adapt therapeutic communication techniques in the care of childbearing and child-rearing
families.
5. Demonstrate caring behaviors in the care of childbearing and childrearing families.
6. Incorporate professional behaviors according to the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice into the care of
childbearing and childrearing families.
7. Evaluate and adapt the teaching-learning process in the care of childbearing and childrearing families.
8. Participate in a collaborative team approach to provide holistic client-centered care with an emphasis
on childbearing and childrearing families.
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PARENT COURSE
COURSE AND PRE REQUISITE(S)
NSG 246
Completion of:
NSG Three and Nursing
Pharmacology II with a grade of
‘C” or better and BIO 225 (within
10 years old) with a grade of “C”
or better, and ENG 102
Prior to or concurrent:
Heritage/Humanities/Foreign
Language
TITLE
Nursing Four
9 credit hours
Lecture: 5
hours/week
Laboratory: 12
hours/week
Contact: 255 hours
total
DESCRIPTION
Emphasizes the development of the nurse as a
provider of care, manager of care, and member of
the nursing profession. Provides for the
application of critical thinking skills in the care of
diverse clients/families across the lifespan with
actual or potential alteration in health due to
complex acute and chronic health problems.
Includes an integrated practicum with an
emphasis on leadership, management, clinical
decision-making, collaboration, knowledge,
judgment, skills, and professional values within
the legal/ethical framework to facilitate the
transition of the student to Registered Nurse
practice.
MODULAR COURSES
Course #
Title and Description
Medical Surgical Nursing II A:
Emphasizes the development of the nurse as a provider of care,
manager of care, and member of the nursing profession. Provides for
the application of critical thinking skills in the care of diverse
clients/families across the lifespan with actual or potential alteration
NSG 2461
in health due to complex acute and chronic health problems.
Emphasizes leadership, management, clinical decision-making,
collaboration, knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values
within the legal/ethical framework to facilitate the transition of the
student to Registered Nurse practice.
Medical Surgical Nursing II B:
Emphasizes the development of the nurse as a provider of care,
manager of care, and member of the nursing profession. Provides for
the application of critical thinking skills in the care of diverse
clients/families across the lifespan with actual or potential alteration
NSG 2462
in health due to complex acute and chronic health problems.
Emphasizes leadership, management, clinical decision-making,
collaboration, knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values
within the legal/ethical framework to facilitate the transition of the
student to Registered Nurse practice.
NSG 2463 Medical Surgical Nursing II C:
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& Weeks
Contact
Hours
2 = 10 weeks
30
2 = 10 weeks
30
1 = 5 weeks
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Promotes an integrated practicum with an emphasis on leadership,
management, clinical decision-making, collaboration, knowledge,
judgment, skills, and professional values within the legal/ethical
framework to facilitate the transition of the student to Registered
Nurse practice.
Integrated Clinical Practicum:
Includes an integrated practicum with an emphasis on leadership,
management, clinical decision-making, collaboration, knowledge,
NSG 2464 judgment, skills, and professional values within the legal/ethical
framework to facilitate the transition of the student to Registered
Nurse practice.
Module Totals:
4 = 15 weeks
180
9
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NURSING PRACTICE IV (NSG 246)
DESCRIPTION:
Emphasizes the development of the nurse as a provider of care, manager of care, and member of the nursing
profession. Provides for the application of critical thinking skills in the care of diverse clients/families across
the lifespan with actual or potential alteration in health due to complex acute and chronic health problems.
Includes an integrated practicum with an emphasis on leadership, management, clinical decision-making,
collaboration, knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within the legal/ethical framework to
facilitate the transition of the student to Registered Nurse practice.
COMPETENCIES:
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1. Apply Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns (FHP) as a basis for assessment in the management of care
for a group of clients.
2. Synthesize client data in the management and prioritization of nursing care.
3. Demonstrate competency of all essential skills that adhere to critical criteria.
4. Apply the nursing process to clinical decision making and the management of care for a group of
clients.
5. Employ therapeutic communication techniques with a group of clients or significant others, and
members of the health care team.
6. Integrate caring behaviors into the management of care for a group of clients.
7. Demonstrate professional behaviors when making decisions and taking actions that are consistent with
the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice.
8. Recognize the importance of self-development and a commitment to lifelong learning in professional
nursing.
9. Evaluate and modify teaching/learning processes to assure achievement of positive client outcomes.
10. Participate in a collaborative team approach with appropriate delegation to provide holistic clientcentered care while managing a group of clients.
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PARENT COURSE
COURSE AND PRE REQUISITE(S)
NSG 216
Concurrent with Nursing Two or
Nursing LPN Bridge Course (see
above).
TITLE
Nursing
Pharmacology I
1 credit hour
Contact: 15 hours
total
DESCRIPTION
Focuses on common drugs: classifications,
indications, and effects. Emphasizes nursing
implications and the use of the nursing process in
medication administration with emphasis on content
introduced in Nursing One and Nursing Two.
MODULAR COURSES
Course #
NSG 2161
NSG 2162
NSG 2163
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Title and Description
Principles of Pharmacology:
Emphasizes nursing implications and the use of the
nursing process in medication administration.
Nurse’s Role in Drug Therapy:
Focuses on classifications, indications, and effects
of common drugs. Emphasizes nursing
implications and the use of the nursing process in
medication administration.
Pharmacology Agents 1.0:
Focuses on classifications, indications, and effects
of common drugs. Emphasizes nursing
implications and the use of the nursing process in
medication administration.
Module Totals:
Credit Hours
& Weeks
Contact
Hours
0.2 = 3 weeks
3
0.2 = 3 weeks
3
0.6 = 5 weeks
9
1
15
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NURSING PHARMACOLOGY (NSG 216)
DESCRIPTION:
Focuses on common drugs: classifications, indications, and effects. Emphasizes nursing implications and the
use of the nursing process in medication administration with emphasis on content introduced in Nursing One
and Nursing Two.
COMPETENCIES:
Upon completion of this course the student can:
1. Identify Nursing One and Nursing Two drug classifications and common representative drugs.
2. Identify the indications, modes of action, and effects of drugs.
3. Identify nursing implications related to drug therapy.
4. Describe legal and ethical parameters of drug therapy as related to nursing practice.
5. Identify the influence of cultural and psychosocial factors affecting drug therapy compliance.
PARENT COURSE
COURSE AND PREREQUISITE(S)
NSG 226
Concurrent with Nursing Three
(See above)
TITLE
Nursing
Pharmacology II
1 credit hour
Contact: 15 hours
total
DESCRIPTION
Focuses on common drugs: classifications,
indications, and effect s. Emphasizes nursing
implications and the use of the nursing process in
medication administration with emphasis on content
introduced in Nursing Three and Nursing Four.
MODULAR COURSES
Course #
NSG 2261
NSG 2262
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Title and Description
Nursing Pharmacology 2.0:
Focuses on classifications, indications, and effects of
common drugs. Emphasizes nursing implications
and the use of the nursing process in medication
administration.
Nursing Pharmacology 2.1:
Focuses on classifications, indications, and effects of
common drugs. Emphasizes nursing implications
and the use of the nursing process in medication
administration.
Module Totals:
Credit Hours &
Weeks
Contact
Hours
0.1 = 3 weeks
1.5
0.9 = 5 weeks
13.5
1
15
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NURSING PHARMACOLOGY II (NSG 226)
DESCRIPTION:
Focuses on common drugs: classifications, indications, and effects. Emphasizes nursing implications and the
use of the nursing process in medication administration with emphasis on content introduced in Nursing Three
and Nursing Four.
COMPETENCIES:
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1. Identify drug classifications and common representative drugs associated with content in Nursing
Three and Nursing Four.
2. Identify the indications, modes of action, and effects of drugs.
3. Identify nursing implications related to drug therapy.
4. Describe legal and ethical parameters of drug therapy as related to nursing practice.
5. Identify cultural and psychosocial factors affecting drug therapy compliance.
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PROGRAM POLICIES & PROCEDURES
Guidelines for Admission and Re-admission
 Achievement of the Computer Literacy requirement as defined by the Kentucky Community and Technical
College System- Not included in the 2.75 GPA calculation
 Completion of all pre-requisites: BIO 137 (with a grade of “C” or better and within a period of 10 years); PY
110 or PSY 100 and Math: MT 110 or MT 150 (with a grade of “C” or better).
 Kentucky Licensure as a Practical Nurse
 Must have GPA of 2.75 or above in the 12 or more college hours in the approved nursing curriculum.
 Students interested in re-admission should contact the Associate Degree Nursing Program Coordinator.
Transfer
1. Applicants who wish to transfer from one KCTCS Nursing Program or other nursing programs must meet all
admission requirements of the LPN-ADN Nursing Program. In addition the following rules apply:
a. Acceptance of any transfer student will be dependent upon available resources, comparability of
previous nursing courses, and results of a nursing pre-admission exam.
b. Applicants will be considered for admission only if a vacancy exists.
c. Applicants previously admitted to another nursing program, and who have earned a failing grade in a
nursing course or program will not be accepted for admission to the Online LPN-ADN program.
d. Notify the project leader, in writing, stating the anticipated entry date and reason for transfer at least
three months prior to the expected date of enrollment.
e. From the previously attended nursing program, applicants should provide letters of recommendation
indicating the student is in good standing from the Nursing Program Administrator and a clinical
instructor. Letters should be written on School letterhead.
f. Submit a copy of course objectives, course outlines, class schedule, and skills lists from all nursing
courses taken at the previous college.
2. If more than three years have elapsed since initial enrollment in any registered Nursing Program, an
applicant must repeat all nursing courses.
Grades in Prerequisite and Required Courses
 A grade of “C” is required to pass all nursing and required math and science courses.
 Nursing course grades consist of two parts: theory and clinical experience. Clinical experience is evaluated
as satisfactory or unsatisfactory. See the respective course syllabus for an explanation of clinical grading.
An unsatisfactory clinical evaluation results in a failure for the course.
 Conferences may be scheduled at the request of the student or the instructor.
 All students who have below a “C”, in a nursing course at mid-term, will be notified in writing/e-mail.
 Exam grades will be posted online on Blackboard. Course grades will only be received from the college. No
grades will be given over the phone.
 If all concurrent courses are not completed at the end of the required semester, the student will be
dropped from the Nursing Program. The student may choose to apply for readmission to the Nursing
Program after successful completion of the required course. Readmission is not guaranteed.
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Exams and Grading Scale
Throughout the program there will be proctored and non-proctored quizzes and/or exams. Details are
provided in each course syllabus. Students are expected to follow instructions since some scheduling will
require additional steps such as registering with the Prometric testing centers or scheduling skills check-offs
with the designated clinical coordinator.
1. Course Grades are based on the following scale:
A = 91 – 100%
B = 83 – 90%
C = 75 – 82%
D = 67 – 74%
E = 66% and below
2. A grade <75% is considered failure in the all nursing courses. The lowest passing final grade is 74.46%.
Kentucky Board of Nursing Regulations
The KBN regulations states that the Integrated Clinical Practicum is 120 hours completed over a seven week
period of time, within the last semester of the program. If a student has been granted extended time to take
the last course, such as NSG 2464, the student will have to repeat the course and repeat the 120 hours
required by Kentucky Board of Nursing prior to seeking application for licensure.
Cellular Phones/Pagers/Electronic Devices
Cellular Phones are not to be used in the nursing lab and are not permitted in the clinical area. Only the
approved calculators purchased through Barnes and Noble Bookstore are allowed during testing.
Student Uniform Dress Code Policy
(Students are expected to adhere to the program Dress Code Policy)
1. Shoes, Socks, Hose
 Shoes - Athletic or plain, white leather
 Socks - White socks may be worn only with pants.
 Hose - plain white hose
2.
Sweaters: A plain, light-weight cardigan in either white or navy may be worn in the clinical area.
3. Jewelry: Watch with ability to calculate seconds; small post style, non-dangling, gold, silver, or pearl
earrings; no necklaces; wedding band only.
4. Fingernails: Clear polish; no longer than tips of fingers; clean; no artificial nails.
5. Tattoos/Body Piercing: No visible tattoos or body piercing will be permitted.
6. Hair:
 Simple styles with no adornments. Clasp or plain barrette, same color as the hair may be worn.
 Length not to exceed collar; wear pinned up if longer; clean.
 Male facial hair trimmed, neat and clean. Males without beards must have clean-shaven
appearance.
7.
Make-up: Should be worn with moderation. All colors "lightly" applied.
8. Uniform Guidelines: Uniforms must be teal and purchased through the Barnes and Noble Bookstore
(Jefferson Campus). Name tags are also to be purchased at the Barnes and Noble Bookstore. Male and
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female pantsuits must have tunic top that come down to the thigh. No overalls, jumpsuits or T-shirt
materials are permitted. Size and length of uniform must be loose to permit easy movement and
modesty.
9. Lab Coats (optional): If worn, lab coats should be long, white and accompanied by a patch on the left
sleeve and an identifying name pin.
10. Personal Hygiene: Clean, wear deodorant, oral hygiene, no bodily odors, no perfumes, no musk
scents, no scented after shave lotion, no chewing gum.
Undergarments are to be worn but not visible under the uniform, preferably white, beige, or skin tone.
11. Student ID: Identification badges will be required for all KCTCS Online LPN-ADN Program students in
order to participate in all nursing program functions. It must include the student’s name and the
designation “Nursing Student”. It may be obtained through the online or local Jefferson Community
and Technical College’s Barnes and Noble Bookstore.
12. Substance Abuse: Student suspected of substance abuse will be dismissed from clinicals. Please refer
to the Student Code of Conduct for the KCTCS policy.
NOTE: When picking up patient assignments, students are expected to follow the dress code, wearing a lab
coat and name tag before they will be permitted to retrieve assignments.
Clinical Assignments (NSG 2362, NSG 2365, NSG 2463, NSG 2464)
 Assignments to clinical agencies will be made by the clinical coordinator at the college of student’s
enrollment, using available resources and learning areas.
 Transportation to clinical agencies is the responsibility of the student.
 Students need to be prepared to attend clinicals during day, evening, and weekend time frames.
Occasionally, clinicals may be on the weekdays; however, the majority will be during the weekends. The
time frame for clinical days is dependent on the number of course credits.
Nursing Laboratory (NSG 1961, 1964 and NSG 1966)
The Nursing Laboratory is located at the college the student is enrolled; however, it may be necessary for
students to travel to Jefferson Community and Technical College for evaluations related to the High Fidelity
Patient Simulations Skills Lab. The focus of the lab is to assist students in learning the required skills needed to
practice nursing. If the student desires to practice skills in the lab, it is necessary to make arrangements
through the designated clinical coordinator or the LPN-ADN Program Coordinator.
End of Course Surveys
 Students evaluate each nursing course at the end of each course.
 Students evaluate each clinical agency to which they are assigned for clinical experience.
Sexual Harassment Policy
Discrimination in the form of harassment based upon color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation,
disability, or age will not be tolerated by KCTCS.
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Student Code of Conduct
The KCTCS Student Code of Conduct explains the rights and responsibilities of both students and faculty and
covers such matters as classroom and campus conduct, students’ academic rights, and procedures for dealing
with academic dishonesty. It can be found at http://www.kctcs.edu/student/code.htm
Learning Contract
It is extremely important that you review the information you agreed to in the Learning Contract as it outlines
important information you need to be aware of as a student regarding your timeframe to complete this
course, financial obligations, and your responsibilities as a student.
Financial Aid
Financial aid for the Learn on Demand program functions differently than financial aid for courses on campus
or online through Learn by Term. Please contact the KCTCS Online Student Services Help Desk at telephone
number: 1-866-321-7406 for more information.
Dropping a Course
The student can receive an A, B, C, D, E, or W in this module. For information about how dropping this course
will affect your grade and future financial aid, please view your academic calendar in Student Self-Service or
contact the KCTCS Online Student Services Help Desk for more information.
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REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
 Technical Standards
 Immunization/Health Record
o PPD
o Tetanus (Td)
o Varicella (Chicken Pox)
o Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
o MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
o Hepatitis B Vaccine
o Influenza Vaccine
o Physician’s Medical Release
 Liability Insurance
 CPR
 Kentucky Licensed Practical Nurse Registry
 College Transcripts
 Background Check and Drug Screening
 Typhon Nursing School Student Tracking System (NSST) Tutorial
 Additional Supplies Needed
These forms and required documentation can be found in the LPN-ADN Program Application Packet.
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TECHNICAL STANDARDS
The degree of Associate in Applied Science in Nursing is awarded upon completion of the
program. The graduate is then eligible to take the state licensing examination to become a
registered nurse.
Admission to the program is open to all qualified students.
Jefferson Community and Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, age, marital status, sex or handicap in employment, educational programs or
activities as set forth in Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Right
Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Nursing at the technical level involves the provision of direct care for individuals and is
characterized by the application of admission verified knowledge in the skillful performance of
nursing functions. Therefore, in order to be considered for admission or to be retained in the
program after admission, all applicants should possess:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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Sufficient visual acuity such as needed in the accurate preparation and administration of
medications, and for the observation necessary for client assessment and nursing care.
Sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients and members
of the health team and to assess health needs of people through the use of monitoring
devices such as cardiac monitor, stethoscope, IV infusion pumps, Doppler, fire alarms etc.
Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly and to implement the
skills, including the manipulation of equipment, required in meeting health needs.
Sufficient communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact with individuals and to
communicate their needs promptly and effectively, as may be necessary in the individuals'
interest.
Sufficient intellectual and emotional function to plan and implement care for individuals.
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IMMUNIZATION VERIFICATION & HEALTH RECORD
Acceptable documentation includes one of the following:
1. A copy of the medical record documenting diagnosis of the illness. This is only acceptable for those
conditions whereby having the illness can result in natural immunity.
2. A physician or nurse's signature verifying that the student received the appropriate vaccination(s). The
signature must be placed on the appropriate space on the immunization form in the LPN-ADN Application
Packet.
3. Xeroxed copies of any lab test(s), chest x-ray report, etc.
4. Copy of your High School diploma (i.e. Jefferson County Public Schools) will prove that you had childhood
immunization. You will still need to provide documentation of a Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
after age 12, Tetanus (Td) within the past 10 years, and a PPD that is current throughout the academic
year.
Unacceptable documentation:
Except for Pertussis and Varicella, personal statements by anyone including a parent or guardian that the
student has had the illness as a child or adult will be unacceptable and will not be accepted as documentation.
PPD (Tuberculosis Test)
We will accept results of the tine, Mantoux or a chest x-ray as verification of tuberculin status. This test will be
required upon entry to the NSG Program and annually thereafter.
Note:



If you submit a tine or Mantoux result, you must provide the date the test was done, the date the
result was read and the signature of the nurse or physician documenting the result.
If you have a chest x-ray, submit a copy of the radiology report.
If either the PPD or chest x-ray result is a positive reading, you must document medical follow up. A
doctor's written statement is required.
TETANUS (Td)
Submit documentation of a Td within the last 10 years. If the student has never had a Td, he/she must
provide documentation of a primary DPT series (as infant), or an adult series of Td. The primary childhood
series consist of 3 doses of DPT and a booster. After the age of 7, the DPT is no longer given. The Td (DT) is
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the adult form of this immunization. If you are not able to document the childhood series, then you MUST
complete the adult Td series. The adult series of the Td must include 3 doses of Td, the first two given 6 to 8
weeks apart and the third, six months after the second dose. The third dose, however, must have been
received within the last 10 years. A Td booster is required every 10 years, except if an injury occurs, then 5
years.
VARICELLA (Chicken Pox)
Personal history of an active case of Varicella, or documentation of a physician - diagnosed case of Varicella
will be accepted. The parent, guardian, or health care professional providing the information must sign the
Personal History Verification form. A Varicella titer showing immunity will also be accepted.
Non-immune individuals will not be allowed to care for patients with Varicella. If a non-immune individual
sustains an exposure to Varicella, he/she will be restricted from clinical rotations from day ten post-exposure
through day twenty-one post exposure.
PERTUSSIS (Whooping Cough)
Personal history of an active case of Pertussis will be accepted. The parent or guardian providing the historical
information must sign the Personal History Verification form. A copy of the medical record verifying the
diagnosis of the illness or receipt of the vaccination series will also be accepted.
MMR (Measles - Mumps - Rubella)
MMR trivalent vaccine is the vaccine of choice, and as such is recommended for use by the Centers for Disease
Control (CDC). The student must provide appropriate documentation of one of the following: two Measles
(Rubeola), one Rubella and one mumps; or two doses of MMR given after the age of twelve months.
1. Two Measles, one Rubella, and one mumps immunization, Or
2. Two doses of MMR given after the age of 12 months, Or
3. Even though CDC Guidelines states that persons born before 1957 should be considered immune,
health care workers (e.g. nursing students) are a high exposure group; therefore, CDC recommends
one dose of MMR for those born before 1957 that cannot provide proof of immunity to this disease by
documentation of a physician diagnosed case of measles, mumps, rubella, Or
4. A copy of the medical records documenting diagnosed measles, mumps, or rubella as proof of
immunity, Or
5. Results of the following titers: Measles IgG, Mumps IgG and Rubella Titer.
6.
A Physician's Medical Release will be required if you are pregnant, have back problems or have Diabetes
Mellitus. The release should describe specific limitations, if any, which the student needs to adhere to.
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EXPLANATION OF VACCINE REQUIREMENTS
The Hepatitis B Vaccine series is strongly encouraged.
The Influenza vaccine is recommended for persons with chronic, debilitative conditions or prone to the flu.
Explanation of Vaccine Requirements Addendum
Hepatitis B
Two doses IM, 4-weeks apart; 3rd dose if 5 months after 2nd dose. No booster required
Varicella
Any health care worker who does not have a reliable history of varicella infection or
laboratory evidence of a positive titer.
If none of the above-Two 0.5 mL doses SQ 4-8 weeks apart if older than 13 years of age.
Tuberculosis
PPD using Mantoux method performed yearly. Must be read in 48-72 hours after test is
Screening
placed.
If you have had a positive test in the past, you must have documentation of a clear chest Xray and no signs & symptoms of disease evaluated yearly.
Influenza Vaccine Strongly recommended for health care workers. Annual vaccine IM
LIABILITY
Neither Jefferson Community and Technical College, associated partner colleges for LPN to ADN option nor
the clinical agency assumes financial responsibility for injuries sustained by a nursing student while in a
clinical facility.
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CLINICAL LIABILITY INSURANCE APPLICATION
The Liability Insurance form needs to be turned in with your application. You will be a $20.00 fee charged to
your online account which can be paid along with your tuition. You will be accessed this fee when you register
for your first LPN-ADN course. You will be asked to sign the same form for each additional term covered by the
insurance. The Liability Insurance Form is maintained in the Nursing Program Office. However neither
Jefferson Community and Technical College nor the clinical agency assumes financial responsibility for injuries
sustained by a nursing student while in a clinical facility.
CPR CERTIFICATION
Certification in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is required for all nursing students. A copy of a CPR card
verifying certification through at least May of the following year (or proof of registration in a CPR class that will
be held in August must be submitted) is needed. Certification may be obtained through the American Heart
Association, American Red Cross, or at area hospitals and churches. Be sure that you take CPR classes
designed for health care providers and include: one-man and two-man CPR and obstructed airway. The CPR
& Obstructed Airway instruction must include variations for infants, children & adults.
KENTUCKY LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE REGISTRY
Prior to acceptance in the program, your entry on the Kentucky Licensed Practical Nurse Registry will be
referenced to ensure that you hold a current license and are in good standing. This requires no action on the
part of the student.
COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS
Prior to acceptance in the program, you will need to provide your official transcripts to the Jefferson
Registrar/Records Office and submit an unofficial copy with your LPN-ADN Application Packet.
Please mail your official transcript to:
Jefferson Community and Technical College
Registrar/Records Office
109 East Broadway
Louisville, KY 40202
To be considered for acceptance into the program, your transcript will need to reflect a combined GPA of
2.75 in nursing required general education courses and demonstrate completion of the following prerequisite courses:
 Computer Literacy (IT 100 or OST 105 or CIS 100 or IC3 exam passing score) - Not included in the 2.75
GPA calculation
 BIO 137 and BIO 139(with a grade of "C" or better and within a period of 10 years)
 PY 110 or PSY 100 and PSY 223
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MT 110 or MT 150 (with a grade of "C" or better)
BACKGROUND CHECK & DRUG SCREENING REQUIREMENT
The KCTCS Online LPN-ADN Program with Jefferson Community and Technical College as the lead
college requires background checks for all students enrolling in Nursing Programs. This process is
designed to meet requirements for students’ assignment to clinical practice in affiliating healthcare
agencies. Jefferson Community and Technical College has worked with Verified Credentials, Inc. to
establish an acceptable screening procedure as follows:
 $43.00 – National Background Check
 $37.00 – Drug Screening
Students who fail to submit a background check & drug screening prior to the first day of class, may not
be eligible for clinical placement.
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Browser access must be through Internet Explorer or Foxfire.
Access website: www.myvci.com/jctc
Select the “Order Now” button
Select KCTCS Online LPN-AND Program from the drop down menu.
Complete and sign disclosure.
Complete information/application page.
Print or write down your tracking information (this allows you to edit and track the progress of
your report). An email with your tracking information will also be delivered to the email address
provided on your application. You may also visit the website above, select TRACK MY ORDER and
enter the tracking number ad order information to access the status or the results of your
background check.
 Review information, make payment selection and submit order.
Additional Payment Choices
 Once payment is received and the report is in progress, you will receive an email with a
confirmation number that you will need to print and take to a LabCorp collection site to
complete the drug screen. LabCorp locations nearest your address will be included in the email
with your confirmation number. You must complete the drug screen within 5 business days of
receiving your confirmation number. Failure to do so may result in additional costs for a retest.
Upon completion, the results of the background check and drug screening will be sent to you via email
and to Jefferson Community and Technical College. If any information is found that would negatively
affect your eligibility for clinical placement in the Allied Health or Nursing Program, you will be given an
opportunity to challenge the information through the Adverse Action process associated with Verified
Credentials.
If you have any questions on the background screening process or results, please contact Client Services
at 800.938.6090. It is very important that you submit information in a timely fashion.
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ALLIED HEALTH AND NURSING
POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANUAL
EFFECTIVE DATE:
SUBJECT:
SECTION:
APRIL 8, 2008
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS
OPERATIONAL POLICIES ALLIED HEALTH AND NURSING
POLICY
To assist students in meeting requirements for placement in clinical health care facilities through
documentation of a satisfactory criminal background check.
Effective June 1, 2008 students in all Allied Health and Nursing majors must submit to and demonstrate
a satisfactory criminal background check as a prerequisite for clinical practice. Students who fail to
submit to a background check or to allow the College access to the report will be ineligible for clinical
placement. Those who do not pass the background check are afforded the opportunity to explain the
circumstances surrounding the situation, but if the student is ineligible for clinical placement he/she will
be given the opportunity to withdraw from the Program.
The criminal background check will include but is not limited to: Social Security Fraud; Criminal
Background; Sex Offender Search; Abuse Registry; OIG Medicare Sanctioned List; Licensure, Certification
and Designation.
Situations in which a person does not have a satisfactory background check will be reviewed by the
Dean of Allied Health and Nursing on a case-by-case basis. Convictions involving the following crimes,
but not limited to these crimes may serve to disqualify a person from participating in required clinical
learning experiences.
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Any felony, whether listed below or not
Crimes involving drugs, including but not limited to unlawful possession or distribution
Crimes of physical violence to include any type of abuse (child, spousal, or of the elderly),
abduction such as kidnapping, manslaughter, murder, robbery, sexual crimes, possession of a
restricted fire arm or any related weapons offenses, assault and battery
Conviction of a misdemeanor related to abuse, neglect or exploitation
A private company approved to perform Criminal Background Checks will conduct the background
check. The cost of the background check will be borne by the student.
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ALLIED HEALTH AND NURSING
POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANUAL
EFFECTIVE DATE:
SUBJECT:
SECTION:
12/3/09
DRUG SCREEN
OPERATIONAL POLICIES ALLIED HEALTH AND NURSING
POLICY
In order to prepare safe and competent health care workers, protect vulnerable patient populations
and comply with clinical agency requirements, Jefferson Community and Technical College’s allied
health and nursing programs require pre-clinical drug screening. Nursing and allied health students are
strictly prohibited from being under the influence of alcohol or any drug/medication which appears to
impair the student’s ability to perform essential functioning while engaged in any portion of their
formal educational experience.
Students will be required to submit to a 10-panel drug screening according to the procedures attached
to this policy, and for producing the drug screen report if and when requested by an official of the
clinical facility. Programs are responsible for informing students of these requirements in sufficient
time for testing results to be available before clinical placement.
Drug screening may be required of a student at any time throughout the course of study if there is
reasonable suspicion on the part of the program faculty that the student may be using a controlled
substance not prescribed by a health care provider. Conditions which may warrant reasonable
suspicion include:
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Contributing to a clinical or lab accident
Possession of drug paraphernalia
Unexplained, abnormal, or erratic behavior
Arrest or conviction for drug-related offenses
Observance of drug or alcohol use
Odor of alcohol or marijuana
Other behavior to suggest reasonable suspicion.
Positive findings on a drug screen or refusal to submit to a requested drug screen will result in
immediate administrative withdrawal of the student from the program. Students removed from any
program for drug-related issues are not eligible to apply for readmission to that program for 12 months.
After 12 months, applicants to a program must include documentation of substance abuse
rehabilitation before being considered for admission/readmission, and must pass another drug screen.
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TYPHON NURSING SCHOOL STUDENT TRACKING SYSTEM (NSST)
The LPN-ADN Program utilizes an internet-based electronic student tracking system as an integrated
evaluation tool and to maintain a log of a student's competencies and skills achieved during clinical rotations.
Other attributes of this system includes: electronic student portfolios, external document management,
customized evaluation and surveys, student biographical information, clinical site/clinical faculty databases
and student scheduling. Students can access this site at
http://www.typhongroup.net/nsst/videos/students.htm. All students are required to complete the NSST
tutorial prior to the beginning of coursework. After completing the tutorials, students must complete the LPNADN application packet, indicating that they have completed the Typhon Nursing School Student Tracking
System (NSST) tutorial. A login and password will be sent after enrollment in the first LPN-ADN course.
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES NEED
Students will need the following list of supplies for the Learn on Demand LPN-ADN program. They should be
purchased in advance of starting your first course. Some of these supplies may be purchased at the online
Barnes and Noble bookstore.
Required Materials:
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Elsevier DVD for the Virtual Clinical Excursions used extensively in our Medical Surgical courses
DVD Player or computer with capability of reading a DVD
LPN-ADN Program name badge must be worn at all times in lab, clinical or other learning experiences
ANA Standards and Scope of Practice Book
ANA Code of Ethics Book
Nutrition for Health and Health Care- Whitney, E., DeBruyne, L., Pinna, K., Rolfes, S. (2007)
Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests with Nursing Implications- Belmont, CA: Thomas Learning Inc. Kee, J.
(2010) New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall. (ISBN 0135074053—8th Edition)
Taber's Medical Dictionary
Lippincott's Drug Reference Guide (current)
Dimensional Analysis for Meds- Curren, A. (2010). Long Beach, CA: Delmar
Doenges, M. & Moorhouse, M. (2008). Application of nursing process and nursing diagnosis: an
interactive text for diagnostic reasoning. Philadelphia: F.A. Davis
Stethoscope
Watch with a second hand
Proper uniform (white shoes, hose)
Headphones and/or computer speakers
Simple Calculator –for calculating drug dosages
Bandage Scissors
Nursing Skills Lab Kit: The purchase of a skills kit is REQUIRED. The price of the NSG 1961 Transition
Skills Lab Kit is $100.00 (This price includes shipping). To have supplies available for the first lab, it is
strongly recommended you purchase your kit at the time of registration in the Nursing modules. You
MUST allow 5-7 days to receive your materials.
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Optional Materials:
Optional reference books are available for student purchase in the campus bookstores or online. These are
strictly optional and have been selected by the nursing faculty as representative examples of the best
reference books currently available to meet the additional learning needs of some students.
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Fluids & Electrolytes Made Incredibly Easy, 2004: Springhouse -- ISBN# 1582553572
LeMone, P & Burke, K (2008). Clinical Handbook for Medical-Surgical Nursing:
Critical Thinking in Client Care, (4th edition). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice-Hall.
Mosby's Dictionary Medical, Nursing and Allied Health (2005) St. Louis: Mosby. ISBN#0-23-37364.
Nugent, P. M. & Vital, B.A. (2008).Test Success: Test Taking Strategies for Beginning Nursing Students,
5th edition, F.A. Davis Company, Philadelphia, PA
Nugent, P.M. & Vital, B.A. (2008). Fundamentals Success: A Course Review of Applying Critical Thinking
to Test Taking, 2nd edition. F. A. Davis Company, Philadelphia, PA
Saxton Comprehensive NCLEX Review (2008). RN Examination, Mosby/Elsevier
ISBN 978-1-4160-4775-9
KCTCS RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS
Please note that if you have any questions related to advising, admissions, registration, financial aid, student
financials, student services, etc. to please contact the 24/7 Student Services Help Desk at 1-866-321-7406.
1. Library/Learning Resource Center
The Learning Resource Center (LRC) on each community and technical college campus provides nursing
books and periodicals in the open stacks, on microfilm and on reserve. Students are encouraged to use
the library; however, each student must acquire a library ID card in order to check out books, audio visual
materials, articles, etc.
2. Remediation
Most courses will provide opportunities for remediation as well as enhanced learning. Students are
encouraged to utilize additional resources to gain greater depth or understanding of course material. It is
highly recommended that students review at least 5,000 Nursing Licensure Exam questions as they
progress through the program. In preparation for the HESI exit exam, the prep book is available through
Barnes and Noble Bookstore.
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