1 Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program Traditional Two-Year Option Enrollment Packet Fall 2018 ALL NURSING ADMISSIONS EMAIL COMMUNICATION WILL BE CONDUCTED THROUGH DCCC EMAIL SYSTEM ONLY. Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program admission policies and procedures are subject to change. Davidson County Community College s ADN program accepts 45 students for this traditional two year option. Meeting all enrollment requirements by the deadline does not guarantee entry into the ADN program. All forms must be received and processed before the January 26, 2018 deadline. Phase 1) Schedule & Take TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) TEAS: a computerized test of reading comprehension, sentence skills, science, and math problem solving will be used in the scoring and ranking process for the ADN competition. A TEAS SCORE MUST BE ON FILE IN ADMISSION COUNSELOR FOR P.W.S.C OFFICE BEFORE A PROGRAM ADMISSION REVIEW CAN BE COMPLETED BY AN ENNROLLMENT SPECIALIST. The TEAS will be proctored on the Davidson and Davie campuses of DCCC. TEAS appointment can be scheduled online through ATI (www.atitesting.com) beginning August 2017 through January 26, 2018 (deadline). The TEAS must be completed and a score of 62 or higher must be obtained by all applicants in order to move forward in the ADN competition. All applicants MUST score the benchmark of 62 or higher to qualify to compete in the 2018 ADN competition cycle. Multiple dates and times will be available for the TEAS starting August 2017 through January 2018, however, the TEAS is only allowed ONCE (no multiple attempts) per person and per ADN selection cycle at DCCC. TEAS scores from other institutions are allowed one submission; with a total of two (2) submissions per person per 2018 ADN competition. TEAS scores must be after February 1, 2017 to be consider current and valid. TEAS test cost is seventy dollars ($70); an additional testing fee of twenty five dollars ($25), subject to change, will be incurred on the applicant s date of testing if applicant does not list DCCC as the receiving institution for their TEAS score when scheduling their TEAS date/time and if the applicant s name doesn t appear on the ATI TEAS attendance roster at DCCC testing center. Study materials are available for an additional cost through DCCC s Bookstore and also available on the ATI website at: http://www.atitesting.com/ati_store/teas-products.aspx FREE TEAS workshops will be offered beginning August 18, 2017 through January 12, 2018 in the Learning Commons on the Davidson campus Additional information is available via the Learning Commons webpage under Workshops: https://davidsonccc.edu/lc Applicants with a TEAS score lower than a 62 are not eligible for 2018 nursing program competitions.
Phase 2) Apply to Davidson County Community College 2 Complete a DCCC online application for admission (for applicants not currently enrolled at DCCC). Submit official high school transcript, GED/HiSET, NC high school equivalency, or adult high school score report to DCCC (official transcripts can be emailed, delivered in person, or mailed to DCCC). Submit OFFICIAL college transcripts from each college where required supporting course credit was earned. College transcripts must be mailed directly from the applicant s college to: Attn: DAVIDSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE ADMISSIONS P. O. BOX 1287 LEXINGTON, NC 27293-1287 Phase 3) Complete a Nursing Admission Review After DCCC has received your general admission college application and all transcripts have been received and processed for those not currently enrolled, and an ADN applicant has a TEAS score of 62 and higher recorded and on file with the Admission Counselor of PWSC (October 2 nd thru January 26, 2018) complete an ADN admission review with an Enrollment Specialist in person in the Enrollment Center located in Mendenhall Bldg. (1 st floor) on Davidson campus OR the Administration Bldg. at Davie campus; no appointment is required. All phases of this packet and supporting courses of the program will be reviewed for a grade of a C and above. Phase 4) Ranking Process The Admission Counselor will begin the ranking process after the January 26, 2018 deadline. The nursing admissions ranking process awards points to applicants based on the completion of supporting courses for ADN program completed by the end of the fall semester 2017. Not all ADN supporting courses have to be completed to compete in the process. Applicants are awarded points for completed courses of a grade C and above; for the 2018 nursing competition DCCC has no expiration dates in place for any of the supporting courses involved in the college's nursing competitions determination at this time. College Course Work Applicants are awarded points for the following completed courses: ACA 090 completed at DCCC; grade SA, SB, or SC =1 point BIO points will be earned from one of the following BIO courses: BIO 165, 166, 168 or 169 that is completed by the end of the Fall 2017 semester. A = 4points, B = 3points, C = 2points o NOTE: Both BIO 165 & 166 if transferred into DCCC must be from the same institution. MATH 115 and above; grade A, B, or C = 1 point
TEAS Points Applicants are awarded points for the following TEAS score: 3 100-86 = 10 points 85-80 = 8 points 79-75 = 6 points 74-68 = 4 points 67-62 = 2 points TOTAL POTENTIAL POINTS EARNED = 16 points If applicants have identical total admission points, the following component scores will be used to determine candidacy/placement: 1. TEAS Composite Score 4. BIO Points 2. TEAS Reading Score 5. ACA Point 3. TEAS Math Score Applicants with the highest overall points after ranking will be offered program acceptance. The remaining ADN applicants will be placed on an alternate list in ranked order; alternates will be contacted by that order should space become available in the ADN program. Applicants who remain on the ADN alternate list once the 2018 ADN nursing cycle begins will not be carried over to a waiting list for the following year and must reapply to the ADN program for the following year. IMPORTANT DATES ADN deadline and ranking process begins January 26, 2018 Acceptance/Alternate letters emailed by Admission Counselor (DCCC email account) March 12, 2018 Deadline to confirm seat with Admission Counselor (if accepted) March 26, 2018 Program Director s Congratulations/Next-Step letter emailed/mailed by Program Director April 9, 2018 Mandatory Student Success Seminar (accepted/confirmed & high alternates students July 2018 Conditionally Accepted ADN Student Follow-Up: The following requirements are verified by the School of Health, Wellness and Public Safety after acceptance: Satisfactory completion of a state approved Nurse Aide I training program and state NAI registry listing. Current CPR certification less than 12 months old on the first day of Fall 2017 classes: Must include both one- and two-rescuers and both adult and child techniques. Courses meeting criteria include: American Heart Association CPR for Health Care Providers. Health & Clinical training form must be completed, signed and uploaded by July 13, 2018 to each student s online account. Forms will be accessed through an online link. Maintain final grade(s) of C or higher in any ADN required course after being admitted and beginning the nursing courses in the program.
HEALTH EVALUATION FOR Conditionally Accepted ADN STUDENTS 4 Applicants should be aware that admission to the ADN Program is dependent upon physical and emotional health, compatible with the ability to provide safe patient care. To document evidence of satisfactory health, accepted ADN students may access a copy of the Student Health Forms, available on the website. (http://davidsonccc.edu/conditionally-accepted-nursing-clinical-training-requirements) A physical examination performed no more than one year prior to the prospective date of entry into the program is required. Proof of required immunizations is also required. The cost to obtain the physical examination and required vaccinations is the responsibility of the student and should be completed by the July deadline. An applicant with problems in physical or emotional health must provide evidence that appropriate treatment and/or counseling has taken place and that the problem has been alleviated. Persons with physical or emotional problems, which have not responded to treatment within a reasonable time, may be denied admission to the program. All health forms must be completed no later than July 13, 2018. All health forms must be completed and uploaded to each student s online immunization tracker no later than July 13, 2018. If these forms do not appear in the students online immunization tracker or are incomplete, admission into the ADN Program will be revoked and the space will be offered to another applicant. Detailed information about the due dates for health records will be provided to accepted applicants. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK & DRUG SCREENING FOR Conditionally Accepted ADN STUDENTS: Clinical sites require a criminal background check and a 12-panel urine drug screen prior to participation in clinical site rotations. More information will be included in the acceptance letter. If any facility refuses to allow the student to participate in the clinical experience at that agency as a result of those findings, the student will not be able to progress in the program. Inability to progress will result in failure of the course and removal from the program. Applicants for initial nursing licensure in North Carolina must have a criminal background check as well. SCHEDULING OF CLASSES IN THE ADN PROGRAM Enrollment in the ADN Program will require attendance at class or clinical laboratories at varying times of the day or evening and varying days of the week. Travel to and from clinical agencies as far away as Greensboro and Salisbury may be necessary. Students are responsible for their own transportation. The Davidson County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, or age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran s status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in any of its programs, activities or services. Any inquiries contact Denise Barnhardt at (336) 244-4662.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR STUDENTS IN THE ADN PROGRAM 5 The foundations for the Technical Standards for Nursing Students in the DCCC ADN Program are: The faculty has authority for the course as described in the Faculty Handbook. The instructor is to be treated with respect and has the right and authority to direct the class in whatever manner he/she determines will best facilitate the student s learning based upon the instructor s education and experience. Mutual respect is an essential component to effective education. It is important that all positions of a discussion are treated with equal respect and courtesy. The instructor s obligation is to design a learning opportunity and present it effectively. It is the student s responsibility to attend all components of the course and take responsibility for his/her performance in the course. These Technical Standards are to be used as a guide: For admission, retention and graduation policies; For comprehensive evaluation of subjectively and objectively measured skills, behaviors and attributes To articulate a set of standards for students and faculty to refer to for identification, reflection upon and correction of unsatisfactory behavior; To assist students to reflect on, understand and accept accountability for the overt and subtle aspects of their behavior and how it impacts the learning environment, clients, colleagues, and the academic and health care environments; and To assess the reasonableness of requests for special accommodations that would allow the student to practice the nursing profession following the standards of nursing practice without fundamentally altering the program of study. The Technical Standards are referenced in the following manner: Student Action Plan DCCC General Catalog and Student Handbook Course Syllabus ADN Student Handbook Clinical Progress Report The Technical Standards for Nursing Students in the DCCC ADN Program are outlined below. These Technical Standards include but are not limited to the following: I. Cognitive A. Ability to measure, calculate, reason, analyze, integrate and synthesize information. 1. Example: Apply information, evaluate the meaning of data and engage in critical thinking in the classroom and clinical setting. 2. Example: Apply broad class concepts to unique client situations. 3. Example: Concentrate to correctly perform dosage calculations and analyze information to make clinical decisions in the often distracting and noisy, clinical setting. 4. Example: Make correct judgments on seeking consultation or supervision in a timely manner. 5. Example: Respond appropriately to constructive feedback.
II. III. IV. Communication A. Appropriate interpersonal interaction with other students, faculty, staff, patients, family and other professionals. 1. Example: Establish and maintain a professional relationship with patients and colleagues. 2. Example: Demonstrate appropriate impulse control and professional level of maturity B. Effective communication with others, both verbally and in writing. 1. Example: Explain treatments and interventions, document nursing actions, record patient responses to treatment in a professional manner. 2. Example: Convey information in a clear, professional and timely manner. 3. Example: Listen and respond to others in an accepting and respectful manner. Motor Skills A. Sufficient motor function to execute movements required to provide general care and treatment to patients in all health care settings. 1. Example: Participate, within reasonable limits, to safely assist a patient in moving; for example, from a bed to a chair or from a chair to a commode. 2. Example: Manipulate equipment to perform treatments including preparation and administration of injections, catheter insertion. B. Sufficient physical endurance to participate fully in the clinical and academic settings at an appropriate level. 1. Example: Participate completely in classroom activities. 2. Example: Participate fully in required activities in clinical setting including extended periods of standing, lifting equipment and walking briskly as is reflective of the general practice of nursing. Professional Conduct A. Function effectively and adapt to circumstances including highly stressful or rapidly changing situations. 1. Example: Examine and change his or her behavior when it interferes with professional relationships or the academic or health care environments. 2. Example: Maintain mature, sensitive and effective relationships with patients, colleagues, faculty, staff and other professionals. 3. Example: Demonstrate emotional stability to participate fully in the clinical and academic setting at an appropriate level. B. Incorporate professional standards of practice into all activities. 1. Example: Engage in patient care delivery in all settings and be able to deliver care to all patient populations including but not limited to children, adolescents, adults, developmentally disabled persons, medically compromised patients and vulnerable adults. 2. Example: Work effectively with a team in an academic or health care setting. 3. Example: Refrain from using improper grammar, profane or inappropriate communications. C. Demonstrate integrity and accountability in clinical and academic setting. 1. Example: Complete all assignments in a timely manner while adhering to the DCCC code of ethics. 2. Example: Respond appropriately to constructive feedback. 3. Example: Take all nursing tests and final examinations as scheduled. D. Present self in a professional manner in clinical and academic settings. 1. Example: Attend clinical following uniform policy, including appropriate hygiene with no detectable scents or odors. 2. Example: Wear appropriate clothing that is not distracting or offensive when in the learning environment. 6
E. Utilize computers correctly, effectively and professionally to acquire information and to communicate with others. 1. Example: Use Moodle to collect course information. 2. Example: Utilize clinical computers to deliver safe patient care. 3. Example: Utilize the internet to collect current information from appropriated sources to provide evidence-based nursing care. 4. Example: Communicate via e-mail in a professional and ethical manner. V. Sensory A. Hearing sufficient to assess health needs. 1. Example: Hear an alarm, accurately assess breath sounds, and hear a cry for help. B. Vision sufficient for assessment necessary to deliver nursing care. 1. Example: Observe a patient accurately, at a distance and close at hand. C. Accurately interpret non-verbal communications. LEGAL REQUIREMENT FOR NURSE LICENSURE: In the spring of the second year, students enrolled in the DCCC ADN Program complete an application for licensure as a registered nurse by examination. The application for the examination in North Carolina contains a question as to whether or not the applicant has ever been convicted of a misdemeanor/felony excluding minor traffic violations. If the answer is "yes" the applicant is asked to provide an explanation. This question is asked because of the legal requirements for becoming registered as a nurse in North Carolina. Similar requirements exist in other states. Applicants for initial licensure in North Carolina must have a criminal background check. Also, a criminal background check and/or drug testing is required by the clinical site prior to participation in the clinical component. Clinical placement is contingent upon acceptable results. The Nursing Practice Act, Article 9A, Chapter 90 of the General Statutes of North Carolina states that the North Carolina Board of Nursing may deny an application for licensure if the Board determines that the applicant: 1. has given false information or has withheld material information from the board in procuring or attempting to procure a license to practice nursing; 2. has been convicted of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to any crime which indicates that the nurse is unfit or incompetent to practice nursing or that the nurse has deceived or defrauded the public; 3. has a mental or physical disability or used any drug to a degree that interferes with his or her fitness to practice nursing; 4. engages in conduct that endangers the public health; 5. is unfit or incompetent to practice nursing by reason of deliberate or negligent acts or omissions regardless of whether actual injury to the patient is established; 6. engages in conduct that deceives, defrauds, or harms the public in the course of professional activities or services; or 7. has willfully violated any provision of the Article or of regulations enacted by the board. If a student has any questions about his/her eligibility to take the licensing examination, he/she may wish to confer with an attorney or the N.C. Board of Nursing. The DCCC nursing faculty will provide upon request information regarding resources for further information relative to the legal requirements for licensure. 7