Nursing - ADN Traditional Plan of Study
[Melissa Morgan]
Associate - Traditional
*Graduates of this program meet educational requirements to sit for the Registered Nurse licensure examination.
The Associate Degree Nursing Program is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Education, Nursing (ACEN) and the Board of Trustees of Mississippi State Institutions of Higher Learning.
Students in the program are prepared as entry-level professional nurse caregivers.
Mastery learning of some concepts is incorporated within the curriculum. Enrollment in nursing courses is limited to students formally accepted into the program of study. Non-nursing courses may be completed prior to admission into the nursing program
Graduates of the program receive the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Degree which meets the educational requirement needed to apply for the National Council of State Boards of Nursing licensure examination for the Registered Nurse. A Board of Nursing may, at its discretion, refuse to accept the licensure application of any person who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor or has charges pending on such issues.
Purpose - The purpose of the NEMCC A.D.N. Program is “to prepare a competent, caring professional who can attain licensure as a Registered Nurse and enter the workforce.”
Admission Requirements for the A.D.N. Program are listed in this catalog in the —Admission to Health Science Programs section.
Length of Program - The general course of study may be completed in 5 semesters or extended over a period of time and will be planned under the general guidelines of the curriculum. All nursing courses within the curriculum must be completed within a five (5) year time frame from initial admission to graduation.
Progression - Students must earn a grade of 75 % in each required nursing course in order to progress in the program. In courses which have theory and clinical components, students must earn a minimum grade of 75% in each component. Nursing courses must be completed in sequential order and are offered once a year. Should a student withdraw from a nursing course after the date published as the last one for dropping a class, that enrollment will be considered as an admission to the course. Students must process the withdrawal request by the class/college withdrawal date or a grade of “F” will be assigned. Students have the right to request in writing a readmission appeal to the Northeast Mississippi Community College Admissions Committee.
Readmission - Students who wish to be considered for readmission should discuss the readmission process with the Division of Health Sciences Academic Head. Acceptance of readmission candidates is determined by the College Admissions Committee.
STUDENTS MUST:
- Complete and submit an A.D.N. application requesting readmission into the program by May 1st for fall admission and November 1st for spring admission.
- Meet all admission requirements to the college and the A.D.N. Program.
- Submit to a physical exam, psychiatric evaluation, criminal background check and fingerprinting, and/or drug/alcohol screens as indicated.
Students may be readmitted one time to the program. Should a student fail to progress or complete after readmission, that student is considered ineligible for admission for five years. After five (5) years, the former student may reapply for admission to the first nursing course in the curriculum. A student who is ineligible for readmission may reapply within the five year time frame provided that a Practical Nursing Education program has been completed and licensure as an L.P.N. obtained since the last admission.
A student’s past performance in the program, cumulative academic record, and policies in effect for admission, progress, and graduation are considered.
Eligibility does not assure readmission. Applicants are rated and ranked and admitted as space is available. Students who are considered ineligible for readmission have the right to request a readmission appeal in writing to the Northeast Mississippi Community College Admissions Committee.
Graduation - In order to be recommended for graduation with the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Degree, candidates must have satisfactorily completed the prescribed curriculum with an overall GPA of 2.0, a grade of “C” or higher in each required nursing course and the prerequisite biology courses, and must have completed the second year of the required nursing courses at NEMCC.
At time of graduation, the student should correspond with the Board of Nursing in the state of residence to apply for licensure and should register to take the licensure examination (www.ncsbn.org).
Advanced Placement for Licensed Practical Nurses - A licensed practical nurse who meets the A.D.N. admission requirements may choose to challenge course work to obtain advanced placement. Challenge examination credit for NUR 1118 , and the second requirement for exemption of NUR 1229 - Nursing Care of the Family, may be found in the “L.P.N.-A.D.N. Advance Placement Program” packet from www.nemcc.edu. The grade recorded for courses successfully challenged is “Z”. No credit is awarded until the student completes NUR 1101 or skills review if student does not formally enroll in NUR 1101. The challenge examination may be taken only once per testing window, and may not be repeated more than twice a year. Challenge credit is good for 5 years. Information regarding this process and associated fees is found in the Academic Regulations section.
Alternate Placement Option - Alternate placement into the Practical Nursing Education Program is an option available to students who have passed at least one clinical A.D.N. course. Depending on which course was satisfactorily completed in the A.D.N. program, students may exempt one or two semesters of the Practical Nursing Education curriculum. Application should be made to the Practical Nursing Program. A fee of $15.00 per credit hour is charged for recording “Z” credit on the transcript.
Transfer Credit - Credit for transfer courses will be evaluated on an individual basis.
A student who has been enrolled in another nursing program must be eligible to return to that nursing program in order to be considered for admission to in the NEMCC Associate Degree Nursing Program. If an applicant is ineligible to return to the previous nursing program, she/he may apply to the NEMCC A.D.N. Program after five years or after completing a practical nursing education program and obtaining licensed practical nurse status.
Costs and Fees - A schedule of costs and fees is available with the A.D.N. application packet. In addition to costs for tuition, books, equipment, uniforms, and validation of health requirements, students must maintain malpractice insurance through the college group policy and pay for inclusion in an on-line testing program. Each student is responsible for travel and transportation to and from clinical assignments.
Prerequisite Courses
Prerequisite Courses — 8 hrs
(Prerequisite: ACT composite of 19 or credit in BIO 1534 with a "C" or above.) A combined lecture and laboratory course that covers the anatomical and physiological study of the human body as an integrated whole. The course includes detailed studies of: biological principles; tissues; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
(Prerequisite: BIO 2514 with a "C" or above) A combined lecture and laboratory course that includes detailed studies of the anatomy and physiology of human special senses, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic and immune, respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems, as well as reproduction and development. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
Freshman Year
First Semester — 15 hrs
English 1113 prepares the student to think critically and compose texts for academic and professional rhetorical situations. Three hours lecture.
(Prerequisites: BIO 2514 and BIO 2524) The nursing process is introduced with emphasis on assessment of adults. Basic human needs and developmental tasks are viewed from the theoretical frameworks of Maslow and Erikson as they relate to the adult client experiencing stress due to normal variations and/or threats to human needs. Concepts of caring and interpersonal relationships are integrated throughout course content. The interpersonal component focuses on the geriatric client through the life review process. Nursing skills are taught, demonstrated, and evaluated. NOTE: Admission to the A.D.N. Program is required for enrollment in any NUR Course listed in this section. Five hours lecture and nine hours laboratory/clinical.
An introduction to the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. This includes history and theories of psychology, research methods, biological bases of behavior, the principles of learning, personality and abnormal behavior. Three hours lecture.
(Required) This course fosters the student ‘s identification of personal strengths, challenges, and goals by review of topics including: career choice, study habits, note taking, learning styles, professional communication, time management, test taking techniques, clinical behaviors, documentation and informatics competency, preparation for clinical responsibilities, self-evaluation, evidenced based nursing practice, and learning resources. May be completed any semester of the curriculum. NOTE: Admission to the A.D.N. Program is required for enrollment in any NUR Course listed in this section. One hour lecture.
Second Semester — 19 hrs
(Prerequisite: College level Biology course) A combined lecture and laboratory course providing a comprehensive study of microbial agents to include taxonomy, metabolism, physiology and genetics, concepts of pathogenesis and immunity. Labs in this course provide experiments that reinforce principles introduced in the lecture to include fundamental laboratory techniques in lab safety, microscopy, culturing and identification of microbes, and effectiveness of antimicrobial agents. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
(Prerequisites: NUR 1118, Prerequisite or Co-requisite EPY 2533.) The nursing process continues with emphasis on analysis and planning of care for the family in hospital and community settings. The interpersonal component focuses on the family. Planned assessment and teaching interventions are directed toward family members. NOTE: Admission to the A.D.N. Program is required for enrollment in any NUR Course listed in this section. Six hours lecture and nine hours of clinical/laboratory.
A study of human growth and development from conception through late adulthood, including death and dying. Topics include physical, psychosocial and cognitive development. Three hours lecture.
Choose from any fine arts classes.
PSY 2533 Human Growth & Development is a pre-requisite and co-requisite to NUR 1229.
BIO 2924 Microbiology must be completed with a passing grade before entry to NUR 2339.