Page 163 of Antelope Valley College 1995-1996 Catalog by Antelope Valley Community College Lancaster California

Nursing 161 2. 3. 4. 5. If not accepted, applicants must reapply. Students are accepted into the program every 18 months. The physical examination shall be taken after conditional acceptance into the program. The purpose of the examination is to insure the absence of any communicable disease and to insure that the candidate is able to perform the work to be required in the program. Established procedures for the resolution of grievances is set forth in Board Policies 5030, Student Discipline, and 9046, Complaints. The following courses (51 units) are required for the Licensed Vocational Nursing certificate: BIOL 50, Elementary Human Anatomy and Physiology (3) 54 hours theory NF 1, Nutrition (3) 54 hours theory PSYCH 55, Human Behavior (3) 54 hours theory Pharmacology (14) 192 hours theory; 318 hours clinical VN 52, Nursing to Promote Self-care Agency in the Adult, the Child, and the Dependent-Care Agent (14) 192 hours theory; 318 hours clinical VN 53, Nursing to Promote Self-care Agency in the Adult Patient and the Child-Bearing Family (14) 192 hours theory; 318 hours clinical (738 hours theory; 954 hours clinical: 1692 total hours) *These courses may be taken prior to enrollment in the program. VN 51, Self-care: Fundamentals and Associate Degree Nursing Program Registered Nursing The Associate Degree Nursing Program can be completed in four academic semesters. The curriculum meets the requirements of the Board of Registered Nursing for eligibility to apply for the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX), and the requirements of Antelope Valley College for eligibility to apply for an Associate Science Degree in Nursing (ADN). Students need to be admitted to the Nursing Program in order to enroll in the nursing classes. All nursing courses include classroom instruction and supervised clinical experience in local hospitals and health agencies in each of the four semesters. For successful completion of the program, a minimum grade of C is mandatory in all required courses for the program. Students purchase textbooks, uniforms, course outlines, and malpractice insurance. The faculty recommends the Hepatitis B vaccine for nursing students. Vaccines are available at a cost to the students. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation. Current cost sheets for the program are mailed with the acceptance letters. Meeting minimum requirements does not ensure automatic admission to the nursing program. Registered Nurses who lack California licensure and Vocational Nurses who are licensed in the State of California can meet state licensing regulations through this program. Credit by equivalency is available. Applications for advanced standing applicants must be submitted during the time indicated. All nursing applicants must be in satisfactory physical and mental health, and be able to carry out all duties in the clinical area. This means students shall be free of any physical disabilities or emotional problems which would interfere with normal progress in learning and accepting the usual duties and responsibilities of a nursing student. This includes freedom from substance dependency. The Board of Registered Nursing may deny licensure to individuals who have been convicted of a felony. Any individual seeking admission to the nursing program who has such a conviction is advised to contact the Board of Registered Nursing to ascertain their status prior to seeking admission. The Board may be contacted by writing or calling: Board of Registered Nursing 107 South Broadway, Suite 8020 Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 892-3590 A physicians written approval to continue in the program will be required for any student who becomes pregnant. The student must be under medical supervision during the pregnancy and postpartum period. The student must be able to participate in all learning experiences. Any student who becomes ill during the program, may, upon request of the faculty, be required to obtain a written statement from his/her physician verifying the students ability to continue in the program without any activity restriction. Disabled students or students with special needs considering entry into the nursing program and who feel they might need some special accommodations in either coursework or clinical requirements should contact the Disabled Student Services Office. The Allied Health Division will work closely with the DSS office regarding special needs and accommodations. The student will be provided advisement in regards to whether the individual will be able to perform the duties of a Registered Nurse upon graduation. Established procedures for the resolution of grievances is set forth in Board Policies 5030, Student Discipline, and 9046, Complaints. Application Procedure It is important to complete the following: Applications for admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program are available in the Allied Health Division. Refer to the nursing brochure (available in the Allied Health Division) for specific application deadlines.

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