CAMDEN COUNTY COLLEGE
MATH, SCIENCE & HEALTH CAREERS
License Practical Nursing
Student Handbook
Essential Functions
Degree: Certificate Program
College Code: NUR.CT
Program Description
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) provide basic bedside care, taking vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration. They also prepare and give injections, monitor catheters, apply dressings, treat bedsores, and give alcohol rubs and massages. LPNs monitor their patients and report adverse reactions to medications or treatments. They collect samples for testing; perform routine laboratory tests, feed patients, and record food and fluid intake and output. To help keep patients comfortable, LPNs assist with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene. Graduates of this program are eligible for matriculation at an advanced placement level into either of our collaborative registered nursing programs after attainment of the Licensed Practical Nurse credential. General Education credits earned will transfer as per existing intercollegiate agreements.
Program Goals
1. To provide entry level practical nursing education that will prepare the student for licensure and to function effectively in a healthcare setting.
2. To provide a dynamic practical nursing education that includes technological skills
3. To provide interpersonal and communication skills that will enable the graduate to effectively interact with diverse population groups
Student Learning Outcomes
By the end of this program the graduate will be able to:
1. Integrate and apply basic science, practical nursing knowledge and skills to provide wholistic patient care
2. Perform the competencies of practical nursing in compliance with the NJ Board of Nursing requirements and established professional ethics
3. Utilize computer applications to retrieve report and submit data
4. Identify resources that will enable him or her to obtain and critically evaluate information.
5. Accurately communicate written, verbal and non-verbal information to patients, families and other small groups.
6. Participate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of the nursing plan of care with other healthcare professionals.
Employment Opportunities
• Long-term Care Facilities
• Hospitals
• Physician’s Offices
• Home Healthcare Services
• Community Care Facilities
• Outpatient Care Facilities
Employment of LPNs is expected to grow much faster than average in home healthcare services. This growth is in response to an increasing number of older persons with functional
disabilities, consumer preference for care in the home, and technological advances that make it possible to bring increasingly complex treatments into the home.
NOTICE: Clinical placements may be a required part of the curriculum and a requirement for graduation. Clinical placements may require a criminal background check, health clearance and/or drug testing before participation is allowed. Clinical sites may deny a student's participation in the event of a positive finding. Individuals who have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor may be denied certification or licensure as a health professional. Information regarding eligibility may be obtained from the appropriate credentialing body. While classroom and lab instructions may be available during the day or evenings, there is no guaranteed of day or evening clinical scheduled hours. Clinical hours are scheduled as approved by the clinical facilities.
Admission Requirements
Phase 1: Applicants must be at least 18 years old and
1. Complete a new application for Camden County College (online at www.camdencc.edu)
2. Complete the College Placement Test and all Basic Skills Requirements
***The placement test is available on a walk-in basis. Please see placement test information at http://www.camdencc.edu/testing/placementtest.htm
3. Request official college transcript sent to the Registration office (if necessary).
4. Request an official high school/GED transcript sent to the Nursing Dept. (Jefferson, 203)
***All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an approved US agency.
5. Bring in an official copy of the NET (Nurse Entrance Test) result (Math, Reading Comprehension and Composite scores > 55%) - results must be less than 2 yrs old by the start date of the PN program*** Please see information for testing at: http://www.camdencc.edu/testing/nettesting.htm
6. International students must complete the TOEFL-iBT exam with a score of 75 and minimum of 17 in each area tested. Contact International Student Services at ext. 4539.
7. College or high school GPA above 2.0.
***Only completed applications, received by May 1, for fall semester, will be reviewed. Prospective students meeting the above criteria will receive written provisional acceptance and enter Phase 2 of the application process.
Phase 2: (Requires provisional acceptance in phase 1)
1. Attend an interview session with the program director &/or faculty
2. Complete a satisfactory criminal background check
3. Complete a physical exam with various immunizations and a clean drug test
4. Show proof of health insurance
5. Show proof of certification of Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider - A'can Heart Association.
6. Show proof of liability insurance
7. Enroll in Camden County College's Certified Nurse Aide program at the Camden City campus.
T. Dixon, Secretary - (856) 374-1329 - tdixon@camdencc.edu
***(A prospective student who is already CNA certified must bring in the NJ CNA license, a letter of recommendation for an employer where you have worked as a CNA within the last six months, complete a written test and pay the necessary fees to receive the 4 credits.)
***Admission to the Practical Nursing program is on a competitive basis and completion of all requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
***Applicants must be able to perform all Essential Functions required of students for admission and progression in a Practical Nursing program. (a copy of this document may be viewed on the nursing website)
***Please attend an LPN information sessions for further information: (click on Events link on the nursing website)
Contact Information
Blackwood Campus: -Jefferson Bldg. Room 203, L. Dyer, Secretary - (856) 227-7200, ext 4359 ldyer@camdencc.edu
Camden City Campus: College Hall, T. Dixon, Secretary - (856) 374-1329 - tdixon@camdencc.edu
Progran Coordinator: E.M.C. Lazarus - (856) 227-7200 ext 4359 - ldyer@camdencc.edu
Nursing Advisor: C. Young (856) 227-7200 ext. 4567 - cyoung@camdencc.edu
Mailing Information:
Camden County College
Pre-Nursing/Nursing Dept.
Jefferson Hall, Room 206
200 College Drive,
Blackwood, NJ 08012
Phone: (856) 227-7200, ext. 4359
Fax: 856-374-4970
Website: http://www.camdencc.edu/departments/nursing/index.htm
