Bunker Hill Community College

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

NURSING PROGRAM: DAY/EVENING OPTION - 2008
Nursing Program
(Associate in Science Degrees):

This program prepares students to become nurses at the associate’s degree level and prepares students to become eligible to take the NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses). The National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (N.L.N.A.C.) 61 Broadway, NY, NY, 10006, 1-800-669-1656 accredits the Nursing program and the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing approves it. In order to provide a sound theoretical base for the practice of nursing, the curriculum offers general education courses concurrently with nursing courses. Students begin clinical learning experiences in the first semester and the clinicals continue throughout the program. The program curriculum begins with the fall and spring semesters. Due to the nature of clinical placements, students in any nursing program option may complete their clinical experience in day, evening or weekend hours. Students are responsible for their own transportation to clinical sites.
Students must earn a numerical grade of 75 or higher in all nursing courses and a grade of C or higher in all science courses. Either failure to meet clinical objectives or failure to obtain a numerical course grade of 75 or better constitutes failure in that course. Students may apply for readmission to the program one time.

All nursing students are required to: undergo a physical examination; complete the necessary immunization forms, including, but not limited to the three (3) dose Hepatitis B immunization series; proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and chicken pox; current proof of freedom from tuberculosis and any other immunization(s) that clinical sites require. Students must complete all health requirements prior to entering any clinical experience. Students who do not complete health requirements will not be allowed to enter the clinical component and may jeopardize their standing in the nursing program. All nursing students must have current American Heart Association CPR certification for the Healthcare Provider, carry malpractice and health insurance; and undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check. In accordance with the Criminal Records Information Act: Mass. General Laws, Chapter 6 § 172-178 and regulations pursuant to these statutes, CORI checks are required prior to participation in the clinical component of nursing courses. Admission to the nursing program does not guarantee clinical placement. The outcome of the CORI check may impact the student’s ability to participate in the clinical experience. Individuals with previous court convictions also must meet eligibility requirements of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing for licensure. Answering yes to any of the following questions may impact upon a person’s ability to meet good moral character requirements specified by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing, be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination, and ultimately to practice as a registered nurse in Massachusetts:
1. Has any disciplinary action ever been taken against you by a professional and/or trade licensing/certification board located in the United States or any country/foreign jurisdiction, including removal from a long-term care nursing aide registry program?
2. Are you the subject of pending disciplinary action by a professional and/or trade licensing/certification board located in the United States or any foreign country/foreign jurisdiction?
3. Have you ever applied for, and been denied, a professional and/or trade license/certification in the United States or any other country/foreign jurisdiction?
4. Have you ever surrendered or resigned a professional and/or trade license/certificate in the United States or any other country/foreign jurisdiction?
5. Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in the United States or any other country/foreign jurisdiction?

For further information, please see the department chairperson. This is a full-time two and one half-year program. Students may select day, evening or weekend program options.

Prerequisites for the Nursing Program:
1. Attend one MANDATORY information session.
2. Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
3. Achieve a reading level of 10th grade or higher on the College Placement Test (CPT).
4. Complete the following courses with a grade of C or better:

• One year of high school chemistry with lab or one semester of college chemistry with lab.
• MAT094 Fundamentals of Algebra or placement above MAT094.
• BIO203 Anatomy & Physiology I/Lab (credits for Anatomy and Physiology/Lab that were earned more than five (5) years prior to enrollment in the nursing program are not accepted).
• ENG111 College Writing I
• NUR100 Drug Calculations.
  
  After all prerequisites are completed:
  1. Apply through The Admissions Office during the following enrollment periods:
  Fall Program: September 15 - December 31.  Spring Program: May 1 - August 31.
  2. After applying, qualified applicants will be invited to take the Nursing admissions test (Test of Essential Academic Skills).
  3. Applicants must score at least 70% in reading and 50% in math and science on the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills).
  4. Admission to the Nursing Program will be based on a ranking system that includes student performance on the TEAS as well as performance in other courses in the nursing curriculum.
  Applicants are accepted into the Nursing Program after evaluation of the applicant’s record by the Nurse Education Admissions Committee.

Costs of the Nursing Program year I and II:
Costs associated with the nursing program are different than other programs at Bunker Hill Community College and include: **

Tuition and fees:
For Massachusetts Residents $9500.00
For Non-Mass Residents/International Students $23,500.00
Uniforms $200.00
Malpractice/Liability Insurance 10/1-9/30 $15.00 yearly
Books/ ATI Materials$1500.00
Nursing Pin $60.00
Licensure Application/Exam Fees $375.00

** Costs are estimates and may change

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Overview

Program ID - Day Program - AS.NRDAY, Evening Program - AS.NREVE

To view our online Nursing Information Sessions please click on the link below. http://www.bhcc.mass.edu/inside/810

Dates for 2009 Nursing Information Sessions at Bunker Hill Community College:

Wednesday, March 25th   4-5:30PM      C-202

Tuesday, April 21st           5-6:30PM      Community Room
Chelsea Campus

Tuesday, May 19th            2-3:30PM      C-202

Career Outlook:
Graduates of this option qualify for employment in hospitals, long-term care facilities, HMOs, clinics, doctors' offices, and other community health agencies.

Upon completetion of this option graduates will be able to:

• Apply the nursing process and critical thinking in the delivery of holistic nursing care in a variety of settings.
• Apply scientific knowledge and technology in the delivery of holistic nursing care.
• Integrate the roles of the associate degree nurse into nursing practice.
• Communicate effectively with individuals, families, and groups within the health care system.
• Integrate cultural competence in the delivery of nursing care to a transcultural, diverse population throughout the lifespan.
• Integrate principles of teaching/learning in the delivery of holistic nursing care.
• Integrate the legal, ethical, and professional standards in the delivery of care.
• Demonstrate accountability as a manager of care utilizing delegation and leadership skills.

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