East Arkansas Community College
Forrest City, Arkansas
Practical Nursing
Student Handbook 2021-22
Instructors:
Debbie Hill RN, Lynette Campbell RN
Twila Miller RN
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School Information
School Mission Statement
We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community.
School Vision Statement
Through our service as an academic and economic leader, we will empower students and our community to succeed through business and industry partnerships, cultural enrichment, and educational programming.
School Role and Scope
East Arkansas Community College is a comprehensive two-year college dedicated to meeting the educational needs of its service area. The College is dedicated to being a partner, a resource, a facilitator, and a leader for social and economic improvement and continued growth of our community, region, and state. East Arkansas Community College offers an education program including, but not limited to, technical occupational programs, freshman and sophomore general education transfer programs, specialty courses, continuing education courses, and workforce development to meet the needs of the emerging and existing industries. EACC offers both certificate and associate degree programs as well as noncredit training to accomplish this purpose and to support state and regional economic development goals. The college offers a variety of courses and services to support business and industry and economic needs of our state and region. EACC is a student-centered college focused on meeting the learning needs of the student through strong counseling, guidance, and comprehensive support services. East Arkansas Community College is supported by a millage in its taxing district of St. Francis County. It is governed by a nine (9) member Board of Trustees whose members are appointed by the Governor from among the citizens of the taxing district.
School Core Competencies
The faculty, staff, and students at East Arkansas Community College identified four competencies that every EACC student should master before graduation. Those four competencies are the core to the educational goals of the college and every program is evaluated using the core competencies.
The first core competency is communication. It is expected that every graduate of East Arkansas Community College will be able to communicate effectively and clearly. The EACC graduates will have demonstrated the ability to comprehend the written works, write in a clear and effective manner, listen and effectively comprehend the spoken word, and organize their ideas and clearly convey those ideas through speech and oration.
The second core competency is critical thinking. Every graduate of EACC will demonstrate the ability to analyze information, interpret graphical and numerical data, demonstrate information fluency, and effectively solve problems.
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The third core competency is personal and global awareness. Every graduate of East Arkansas Community College will demonstrate the ability to effectively evaluate their personal knowledge and abilities, learn the appropriate social skills to be successful in their careers and in life, and be able to manage their personal health and wellness effectively. Every graduate will also have a greater appreciation for the arts and sciences, and will have been given the tools to understand the importance of and to cultivate an appreciation for diversity and global issues.
The fourth core competency of EACC academics is academic proficiency and professional development. It is the goal of East Arkansas Community College to have every graduate of the college demonstrate a practical application of the knowledge learned, to master an adequate amount of technology and computer skills to be successful in their chosen field and in life, to acquire the workplace skills necessary for future success, to develop and maintain a professional attitude, and to become motivated to pursue life-long learning.
These abilities are needed to insure professional success in the workplace and in future endeavors. Every student that successfully learns these four core competencies will have the tools to succeed and flourish in their future education, their jobs, and their life after EACC.
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East Arkansas Community College -Practical Nurse Program
Day-By-Day
July 2021 All 2021-22 calendar dates are subject to change
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2
Faculty Report
5 6 7 8 9 Closed for the PN orientation in PN orientation in MH Lecture Psychiatric 4th of 103 Allied Health 103 Allied Health Begins Medications July Building Building- Psychiatric Meds IDs made/parking Do child abuse Sticker info given Assign group HW certificates Out. Possible MH due 12th orientation Possible MH orientation 12 13 14 15 16 Psychiatric MH Test: Psy MH Ch 35 Medications Meds MH Ch 35 No class Group HW MH Ch 35 continues Assign ind. HW presentations Foundations on street drug And Adult Health Nursing
19 20 21 22 23 MH Ch 36 MH Test: ch 36 MH skill: MH Test: Ch 35 MH Ch 36 MH skill: Data gathering continues Review clinical Lecture data and neuro check MH Ch 36 Handbook gathering and lecture continues Present street drug neuro check PP homework notes only
26 27 28 29 30 Clinical MH Test: Data Skill check off on Mental Health Clinical gathering and data gathering Mental Health neuro check and neuro check and charting MH check off on grade skills data gathering and neuro check
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August 2021
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 2 3 4 5 6 Study for Mental Clinical Clinical Health Exam Mental Health Grades due Mental Health Mental Health Exam- comprehensive
9 10 11 12 13 New student orientation-must attend
16 17 18 19 20
23 Fall classes 24 25 26 27 Begin Basic Delegation Basic 14 Basic Test: TBAN Basic TBAN 5& 13 lecture-PP 5&13-1 test L&E group project assigned Basic 14 Basic 32 L&E Group project due
Basic 8
30 31 Basic Test: 14,32 - 1 test Basic 11 Basic 7 Basic 4,5,6
Basic 9
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September 2021
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 3 Basic Test: 7,8,9-1 Basic 16 test Basic 12 (Possible AL for communication Basic 16-skills after lunch) 6 7 11th day 8 9 10 Basic Test: 11,12 Basic Ch 17 Basic Test: 16,17- Labor Day- 1 test Lab available for Closed Basic 17 skills too 16,17 practice Basic19 skills with lecture Basic 20 skills with lecture 13 14 15 16 17 Basic 18 Test 19,20-1 test Basic: Math Check offs 16,17 This skill will Give out Med Kits Basic: Math Rationale test 16,17 Check offs 16,17 carry over to Basic: Math Friday Conversions Carry over for check offs if needed each Friday then practice time
20 21 22 23 24 Test: Basic 18 Test: Basic 34 Test: Basic: Math Check offs 19,20 Need Stethoscope Basic 35 Basic 35 and B/P cuff for Basic 34 29th Rationale test 19,20 Check offs 19,20
27 Test: 35 28 29 30 Faculty must attend Med Check off Med Check off Basic Final Exam workshop on new PT at Fenter PT if NCLEX exam! Possible -if not NUR Students off I Ch 21 VS
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October 2021
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday All check offs 1 this month are NUR. I Begins
Nur I clinical Ch 21 VS-need stethoscope and grades B/P
4 5 6 7 8 Nur I ch 21 Nur I test: ch 21 Rationale test on Lab available to Nur I ch 26 21 and check off practice 27 skills all in 1 day Nur I ch 40-keep Nur I ch 41 handout for year 11 12 13 NUR I 14 Nur I 15 Test:40,41-1 test Test: ch 26 Lab available to ACC no ACC no Nur I ch 27 Practice 27 skills classes classes Nur I ch 27 Nur I ch 29 18 Nur I 19 20 21 22 Test: ch 27 NUR I ch 29 Nur I ch 28 Demo cath Ch 27 check offs Lab available to Nur I ch 29 Rationale test ch Practice 29 skills Nur I ch 28 - 27 demo skill with Check offs 27 lecture 25 26 27 28 29 Orient Nur I test: ch 28 Nursing Homes Nur I ch 30- Ch 29 check offs Lab available to Nur I test: 29 demo skills with Rationale test: Practice 28 skills lecture 29 Nur I ch 30 Check offs 29
The LPN convention is usually in October or November- if held this year. The date has not been determined. The schedule will be revised to accommodate convention. It counts as clinical days.
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November 2021
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 3 4 5 Nur I test: ch 30 NH clinical -Nur I NH clinical-Nur I Check offs 28 Lab available for lab Rationale test ch 28 final practice Check offs 28
8 9 10 11 12 Nur I test: ch 38 Nur I ch 38 Lab practice for NH clinical-Nur I NH clinical -Nur I Enema, ostomy, final and last demo Lab available to TED Hose, sterile of skills practice all skills dressing change last Check off 15 16 17 18 19 Rationale test on enema, ostomy Check offs on Lab available to NH clinical-Nur I NH clinical-Nur I TED hose, sterile enema, ostomy, practice all skills for Get your dressing change TED hose, sterile final dressing change BSF book Check offs 22 23 24 25 26 Lab theory final- must pass to Check off all skills Thanksgiving break Thanksgiving break Thanksgiving break continue in program
Check offs all skills 29 30 Nur l Nur I test: BSF 2 BSF: ch 2
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December 2021
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 Grades due 3 Nur I Final Lab available to IV workshop begins practice skills Grades figured Demo all skills-all on videos too
6 7 8 9 10 IV workshop ch 25 Ch 25 Ch 36 Ch 36 Practice skills with Lab available to supervision practice skills
13 14 15 16 IV theory test must pass for IV skill check off IV skill check off IV skills check off certification and to continue in program
Skill practice ❖ IV workshop prerequisite to all classes spring semester- must be passed.
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January 2022
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 10 11 12 13 14 Faculty Report
17 18 19 20 21 NUR II begins NUR II NUR II test: ch 42 Closed MLK Ch 42 Antibiotics Orient at CrossRidge/ EMT to come Dialysis FCMC papers?
24 25 26 27 28 NUR II test: NUR II test ch 16 NUR II test 57, 21 Clinical-NUR II Clinical-NUR II antibiotics NUR II ch 57 NUR III Begins Must do ch 21 on BB on own BSF 8 31 NUR III ch 45 (GI)
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February 2022
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 11th day 2 3 4 NUR II Final NUR III test: BSF NUR III ch 46 NUR III test 8 ( LIVER) NUR III ch 46 (LIVER) 45,46 NUR III ch 45 BSF 6 (Blood)
(GI)
7 8 9 10 11
Clinical NUR III Clinical NUR III NUR III Mang’t NUR III test: BSF 6 lecture-PP only NUR III ch 25 (Death NUR III ch 47 and Dying) (Blood/lymph) Have Tuesday’s with Morrie read 14 15 16 17 18 NUR III test: ch 47 NUR III test; BSF 7 Mang’t starts Clinical NUR III Respiratory Meds LAMP/PIN Clinical NUR III NUR III BSF 7 MONEY DUE (RESP) NUR III 49 (Resp) 21 22 23 24 25 NUR III test: ch 25 NUR III BSF 9 CLINICAL NUR III Clinical NUR III And Tuesday’s (Urinary) with Morrie open book must have own book. No e- NUR III ch 50 (Urinary) books
NUR III 49 (Resp) 28 Paperwork for Clinical NUR III graduation due March 7
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March 2022
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 3 4 NUR III test: ch 49 NUR III test: Clinical NUR III BSF 9 Look for uniform and NUR III Ch 50 BSF 4 shoes (Urinary) (Musculo) NUR III ch 44 (Musculo) 7 8 9 10 11 NUR III test: Clinical NUR III Clinical NUR III Nur III test: ch 50 BSF 4 and ch Study for NUR III 44-2 tests final BSF 3,13 senses Ch 43 (skin)
14 15 16 Peds test: 31 17 18 NUR III test: BSF NUR III Final Peds 32-1 Peds test: 32-1 Start saving to 3,13 and 43 -2 pay for NCLEX- tests Peds 32-1 Boards over Nursing of Diseases 300.00-pay in Mothers and Peds 32-2 Peds 32-2 April and HURST Children Begins NCLEX review Peds 31 -Basic $250.00 21 22 23 24 25
Spring Break 28 29 30 31
Peds Peds Peds Peds Clinical Clinical Clinical Clinical
• Theory for Nursing of Mothers and Children must be passed before the clinical grade will be averaged in
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April 2022
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 Peds test: ch 32- 2
OB ch 26- Antepartum 4 5 6 7 8 Peds component OB test: ch 26 OB test: ch27 OB test: ch 29-1 OB ch 29-2 final- OB ch 29-1 High comprehensive Risk L&D OB ch 28 on Finish OB ch 28 final only, no OB ch 27 L&D chapter test OB ch 29-2-only on final
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Group A OB sim Group A OB sim Groups B & C Groups B&C NUR IV OB component Cardiac Meds NUR IV test: BSF NUR IV clinical clinical Final 5 Arrythmias NUR IV Begins NUR IV ch 48 BSF 5 (cardiac) (cardiac) 18 19 20 21 22 BSF 12 (Neuro) NUR IV test ch 48 Group B OB sim Group B OB sim *Pay for Boards Groups A&C NUR IV Neuro Medications Groups A&C NUR NUR IV ch 54 and HURST clinical IV clinical (Neuro) NUR IV ch 54 NCLEX Review
(Neuro) BSF 10 (Repro) 25 26 27 28 29 Group C OB sim Group C OB sim NUR IV test: BSF NUR IV test: ch Groups A&B and Groups A&B 12 54 and BSF 10 NUR IV clinical NUR IV clinical NUR IV ch 52 NUR IV ch 52 (Repro)
• Must pay for NCLEX State Board Exam/ background check, and HURST NCLEX Review course
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May 2022
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 2 3 4 5 6 NUR IV test: ch NUR IV BSF 11 52 (Endo) NUR IV ch 51 NUR IV test BSF (Endo)- 11 (Endo) BSF 11 (Endo) No chapter test- only on final NUR IV ch 51 (Endo)
9 10 11 12 13 NUR IV Final- Comprehensive Grades due for year and 51, Graduation for QMG school NUR IV BSF Nursing may be chapters separate TBA
❖ Hurst Review required for Mrs. Hill to sign your paperwork to take Boards. $250.00 paid to Hurst when you register online.
Congratulations from your Nursing faculty/ staff
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Date Test Grade
Thursday, July 13, 2021 Test: Psy Meds
Monday, July 19, 2021 Test: MH 35
Thursday, July 22, 2021 Test: MH 36
Wednesday July 28 2021 Data gathering test and neuro check
Thursday August 5, 2021 MH Final
Thursday, August 26, 2021 Test: TBAN 5,13 Delegation- 1 test
Monday, August 30, 2021 Test: Basic 14, 32
Wednesday, September 1, 2021 Test: 7, 8, 9 1 test
Tuesday, September 7, 2021 Test: 11,12
Thursday, September 9, 2021 Test: 16, 17
Tuesday, September 14, 2021 Test: 19, 20
Tuesday, September 21, 2021 Test: Basic 18
Tuesday, September 20, 2021 Test: Math test
Wednesday, September 22, 2021 Test: Basic 34
Monday, September 27, 2021 Test: Basic 35
Wednesday, September 29, 2021 Test: Basic: Final Exam
Tuesday, October 5, 2021 Test: Nur I: 21
Wednesday, October 13, 2021 Test: Nur I: 40 ,41
Thursday, October 14, 2021 Test: Nur I: 26
Monday, October 18, 2021 Test: Nur I: 27
Monday, October 25, 2021 Test: Nur I: 29
Wednesday, October 27, 2021 Test: Nur I: 28
Wednesday, November 3, 2021 Test: Nur I: 30
Thursday, November 11, 2021 Test: Nur I: 38
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Tuesday, November 30, 2021 Test: Nur I: BSF 2
Monday, December 1, 2021 Test: Nur I: Final Still have the IV workshop to complete-must pass Wednesday, January 20, 2022 Test: Nur 2: 42
Wednesday, January 26, 2022 Test: Nur 2: Antibiotics
Thursday, January 27, 2022 Test: NUR 2: 16
Friday, January 28, 2022 Test: Nur 2: 57,21
Tuesday, February 1,2022 Test: NUR 3: BSF 8
Thursday, February 3, 2022 Test: Nur 2: Final
Friday, February 4, 2022 Test: Nur 3: 45, 46
Thursday, February 10, 2022 Test: Nur 3: BSF 6
Wednesday, February 16, 2022 Test: Nur 3: 47
Thursday, February 17, 2022 Test: Nur 3: BSF 7
Wednesday February 23, 2022 Test: Nur 3: 25 and Tuesdays with Must have your own book Morrie of Tuesdays with Morrie for test Wednesday, March 2, 2022 Test: Nur 3: 49
Thursday, March 3, 2022 Test: Nur 3: BSF 9
Wednesday, March 9, 2022 Test: Nur 3: 50
Thursday March 10, 2022 Test: Nur 3: BSF 4 and ch 44-2 tests
Monday March 14, 2022 Test: Nur 3: BSF 3, 13 and 43 – 2 tests
Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Test: Nur 3: FINAL
Wednesday, March 16, 2022 Test: Peds 31
Thursday March 17, 2022 Test: Peds 32-1
Friday, April 1, 2022 Test: Peds 32-2
Monday, April 4, 2022 Peds component FINAL
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 OB test 26
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April 6, 2022 OB test 27
Thursday April 7, 2022 OB test 29-1 PEDs and OB components Wednesday April 13, 2022 OB Component FINAL averaged together for 1 final exam grade
Friday April 15, 2022 NUR 4 test BSF 5
Thursday April 21, 2022 NUR 4 test 48
Wednesday April 27, 2022 NUR 4 test BSF 12
Thursday April 28, 2022 NUR 4 test BSF 10 and 54-2 tests
Monday May 2, 2022 NUR 4 test 52
Thursday April 5, 2022 NUR 4 test BSF 11 Chapter 51 and comprehensive Monday May 9, 2022 NUR IV FINAL for year, also BSF and QMG, math
NO MORE TESTS!!!!
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Table of Contents
Item Page # Day by Day…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………….14 PN- Testing Schedule………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..15-17 Signed copy of student handbook received……………………………………………………………………………………….20 Substance Abuse/Drug Abuse Policy………………………………………………………………………………………………27,28 ACA 17-87-312……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………21-23 Release Form…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………30 Note from instructors……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……19 PN fact sheet…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………31 Tuition refund policy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….32 2021-22 Calendar, school……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….4 Degree plan………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….35 Financial Aid……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...... 36,37 PN program costs…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………38,39 Application process……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….41 Philosophy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….43 Graduate Competencies………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………….44 Student’s Right and Responsibilities………………………………………………………………………………………….…….45-47 Alcohol, Drug, and Smoking policy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………45 Inclement Weather Policy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………42 Attendance-classroom……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………46 Personal appearance- classroom clinical…………………………………...... 47 Rules for taking tests…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….47 Grading system………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………47 Standards of progress……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………48 Accident/ injury ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………52 ALPNA……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………52 Students with non-academic grievance…………………………………………………………………………………………………49 Academic grievance procedure…………………………………………………………………………………………………………50-51 Academic support …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………53 Admission/graduation rates……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…54 Mental Health Syllabus……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…56 Basic Fundamentals Syllabus……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…65 Nursing I Syllabus……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…74 Nursing II Syllabus………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….84 Nursing III Syllabus…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………93 Nursing of Mothers and Children Syllabus………………………………………………………………………………………….103 Nursing IV Syllabus …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….113
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EACC Practical Nursing Program
The faculty and staff of the EACC Practical Nursing Program would like to take this opportunity to thank you for choosing to attend our program. We promise to do our best to give you the kind of education that will make you an active, productive member of the nursing field. We hope to instill in you a desire to continue learning that will always keep you up on the latest in the nursing field. We will explore the Nursing Process, therapeutic communication, delegation, and other concepts that will allow you to give safe nursing care to anyone who comes in your path as you travel through this wonderful career called nursing.
Congratulations again and welcome to the EACC Practical Nursing program.
Your faculty and staff:
Debbie Hill, full time instructor and Director Lynette Campbell, full time instructor
Twila Miller, part time clinical instructor
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East Arkansas Community College- Practical Nursing Program The instructors have provided me a copy of the Practical Nursing Program Student Handbook and Clinical Handbook This information has been reviewed and I have had the opportunity to ask questions regarding the Information provided in this handbook. I understand that I am held responsible for knowing and adhering to the rules and regulations of this Practical Nursing Program as provided in this manual and East Arkansas Community College school catalog.
Student’s Signature Date
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Act 17-87-312
Any students found guilty of any of the following will never be allowed to practice Nursing in Arkansas § 17-87-312.
Criminal background checks
(a) (1) Each first- time applicant for a license issued by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing shall apply to the Identification Bureau of the Department of Arkansas State Police for a state and national criminal background check, to be conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
(2) At the time a person applies to an Arkansas nursing educational program, the program shall notify the applicant in writing of the provisions and requirements of this section.
(b) The check shall conform to the applicable federal standards and shall include the taking of fingerprints.
(c) The applicant shall sing a release of information to the board and shall be responsible to the Department of Arkansas State Police for the payment of any fee associated with the criminal background check.
(d) Upon completion of the criminal background check, the Identification Bureau of the Department of Arkansas State Police shall forward to the board all information obtained concerning the applicant in the commission of any offense listed in the subsection (e) of this section.
(e) Except as provided in subdivision (1) (10) of this section, a person shall not be eligible to receive or hold a license issued by the board if that person has pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to or has been found guilty of any of the following offenses by a court in the State of Arkansas or any similar offense by a court in another state or any similar offense by a federal court:
(1) Capital murder as prohibited in § 5-10-101;
(2) Murder in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-10-102 and murder in the second degree as prohibited in § 5-10-103;
(3) Manslaughter as prohibited in § 5-10-104;
(4) Negligent homicide as prohibited in § 5-10-105;
(5) Kidnapping as prohibited in § 5-11-102;
(6) False imprisonment in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-11-103;
(7) Permanent detention or restraint as prohibited in § 5-11-106;
(8) Robbery as prohibited in § 5-12-102;
(9) Aggravated robbery as prohibited in § 5-12-103;
(10) Battery in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-13-201;
(11) Aggravated assault as prohibited in § 5-13-204;
(12) Introduction of a controlled substance into the body of another person as prohibited in § 5-13-210;
(13) Aggravated assault upon a law enforcement officer or an employee of a correctional facility, § 5-13-211, if Class Y felony;
(14) Terroristic threatening in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-13-301;
(15) Rape as prohibited in § 5-14-103;
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(16) Sexual indecency with a child as prohibited in § 5-14-110;
(17) Sexual extortion § 5-14-113;
(18) Sexual assault in the first degree, second degree, third degree, and fourth degree as prohibited in § § 5-14-127;
(19) Incest as prohibited in § 5-26-202;
(20) Felony offenses against the family as prohibited § § 5-26-303 – 5-26-306;
(21) Endangering the welfare of an incompetent person in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-27-201;
(22) Endangering the welfare of a minor in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-27-205 and endangering the welfare of a minor in the second degree as prohibited in § 5-27-206
(23) Permitting abuse of a minor as prohibited in § 5-27-221(a);
(24) Engaging children in sexually explicit conduct for use in visual or print media, transportation of minors for prohibited sexual conduct, pandering or possessing visual or print medium depicting sexually explicit conduct involving a child, or use of a child or consent to use of a child in a sexual performance by producing, directing, or promoting a sexual performance by a child as prohibited in § § 5-27-303 – 5-27-305, 5-27-402, and 5-27-403;
(25) Computer child pornography as prohibited in § 5-27-603;
(26) Computer exploitation of a child in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-27-605;
(27) Felony adult abuse as prohibited in § 5-28-103;
(28) Felony theft of property as prohibited in § 5-36-103;
(29) Felony theft by receiving as prohibited in § 5-36-106;
(30) Arson as prohibited in § 5-38-301;
(31) Burglary as prohibited in § 5-39-201;
(32) Felony violation of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, § § 5-64-101 – 5-64-510, as prohibited in the former § 5-64-401 and § § 5-64-419 – 5-64-442;
(33) Promotion of prostitution in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-70-104;
(34) Stalking as prohibited in §5-71-229; and
(35) Criminal attempt, criminal complicity, criminal conspiracy as prohibited I § § 5-3-201, 5-3-202, 5-3-301, and 5-3-401, to commit any of the offenses listed in this subsection.
(f) (1) (A) The board may issue a nonrenewable temporary permit for licensure to a first-time applicant pending the results of the criminal background check.
(B) The permit shall be valid for no more than six (6) months.
(2) Except as provided in subdivision (1) (1) of this section, upon receipt of information from the Identification Bureau of the Department of Arkansas State Police that the person holding the letter of provisional licensure has pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to, or has been found guilty of, any offense listed in subsection (e) of this section, the board shall immediately revoke the provisional license.
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(g) (1) The provisions of subsection (e) and subdivisions may be waived by the board upon the request of:
(A) An affected applicant for licensure; or
(B) The person holding a license subject to revocation.
(2) Circumstances for which a waiver may be granted shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
(A) The age at which the crime was committed;
(B) The circumstances surrounding the crime;
(C) The length of time since the crime;
(D) Subsequent work history;
(E) Employment references;
(F) Character references; and
(G) Other evidence demonstrating that the applicant does not pose a threat to the health or safety of the public.
(h) (1) Any information received by the board from Identification Bureau of the Department of Arkansas State Police pursuant to this section shall not be available for examination except by:
(A) The affected applicant for licensure or his or her authorized representative; or
(B) The person whose license is subject to revocation or his or her authorized representative.
(2) No record, file, or document shall be removed from the custody of the Department of Arkansas State Police.
(i) Any information made available to the affected applicant for licensure or the person whose licensure is subject to revocation shall be information pertaining to that person only.
(j) Rights of privilege and confidentiality established in this section shall not extend to any document created for purposes other than this background check.
(K) The board shall adopt the necessary rules and regulations to fully implement the provisions of this section.
(l) (1) For purposes of this section, an expunged record of a conviction or a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to an offense listed in subsection (e) of this section shall not be considered a conviction, guilty plea, or a nolo contendere plea to the offense unless the offense is also listed I subdivision (1)(2) of this section.
(2) Because of the serious nature of the offenses and the close relationship to the type of work that is to be performed, the following shall result in permanent disqualification:
(A) Capital murder as prohibited in § 5-10-101;
(B) Murder in the first degree as prohibited in5-10-102 and murder in the second degree as prohibited in § 5-10-103;
(C) Kidnapping as prohibited in§ 5-11-102;
(D) Aggravated assault upon law enforcement officer or an employee of a correctional facility§ 5-13-211, if a Class Y felony;
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Signature Date
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Any students found guilty of any of the following will never be allowed to practice Nursing in Arkansas § 17-87-312.
Criminal background checks
(a) (1) Each first- time applicant for a license issued by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing shall apply to the Identification Bureau of the Department of Arkansas State Police for a state and national criminal background check, to be conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
(2) At the time a person applies to an Arkansas nursing educational program, the program shall notify the applicant in writing of the provisions and requirements of this section.
(b) The check shall conform to the applicable federal standards and shall include the taking of fingerprints.
(c) The applicant shall sing a release of information to the board and shall be responsible to the Department of Arkansas State Police for the payment of any fee associated with the criminal background check.
(d) Upon completion of the criminal background check, the Identification Bureau of the Department of Arkansas State Police shall forward to the board all information obtained concerning the applicant in the commission of any offense listed in the subsection (e) of this section.
(e) Except as provided in subdivision (1) (10) of this section, a person shall not be eligible to receive or hold a license issued by the board if that person has pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to or has been found guilty of any of the following offenses by a court in the State of Arkansas or any similar offense by a court in another state or any similar offense by a federal court:
(1) Capital murder as prohibited in § 5-10-101;
(2) Murder in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-10-102 and murder in the second degree as prohibited in § 5-10-103;
(3) Manslaughter as prohibited in § 5-10-104;
(4) Negligent homicide as prohibited in § 5-10-105;
(5) Kidnapping as prohibited in § 5-11-102;
(6) False imprisonment in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-11-103;
(7) Permanent detention or restraint as prohibited in § 5-11-106;
(8) Robbery as prohibited in § 5-12-102;
(9) Aggravated robbery as prohibited in § 5-12-103;
(10) Battery in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-13-201;
(11) Aggravated assault as prohibited in § 5-13-204;
(12) Introduction of a controlled substance into the body of another person as prohibited in § 5-13-210;
(13) Aggravated assault upon a law enforcement officer or an employee of a correctional facility, § 5-13-211, if Class Y felony;
(14) Terroristic threatening in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-13-301;
(15) Rape as prohibited in § 5-14-103;
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(16) Sexual indecency with a child as prohibited in § 5-14-110;
(17) Sexual extortion § 5-14-113;
(18) Sexual assault in the first degree, second degree, third degree, and fourth degree as prohibited in § § 5-14-127;
(19) Incest as prohibited in § 5-26-202;
(20) Felony offenses against the family as prohibited § § 5-26-303 – 5-26-306;
(21) Endangering the welfare of an incompetent person in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-27-201;
(22) Endangering the welfare of a minor in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-27-205 and endangering the welfare of a minor in the second degree as prohibited in § 5-27-206
(23) Permitting abuse of a minor as prohibited in § 5-27-221(a);
(24) Engaging children in sexually explicit conduct for use in visual or print media, transportation of minors for prohibited sexual conduct, pandering or possessing visual or print medium depicting sexually explicit conduct involving a child, or use of a child or consent to use of a child in a sexual performance by producing, directing, or promoting a sexual performance by a child as prohibited in § § 5-27-303 – 5-27-305, 5-27-402, and 5-27-403;
(25) Computer child pornography as prohibited in § 5-27-603;
(26) Computer exploitation of a child in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-27-605;
(27) Felony adult abuse as prohibited in § 5-28-103;
(28) Felony theft of property as prohibited in § 5-36-103;
(29) Felony theft by receiving as prohibited in § 5-36-106;
(30) Arson as prohibited in § 5-38-301;
(31) Burglary as prohibited in § 5-39-201;
(32) Felony violation of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, § § 5-64-101 – 5-64-510, as prohibited in the former § 5-64-401 and § § 5-64-419 – 5-64-442;
(33) Promotion of prostitution in the first degree as prohibited in § 5-70-104;
(34) Stalking as prohibited in §5-71-229; and
(35) Criminal attempt, criminal complicity, criminal conspiracy as prohibited I § § 5-3-201, 5-3-202, 5-3-301, and 5-3-401, to commit any of the offenses listed in this subsection.
(f) (1) (A) The board may issue a nonrenewable temporary permit for licensure to a first-time applicant pending the results of the criminal background check.
(B) The permit shall be valid for no more than six (6) months.
(2) Except as provided in subdivision (1) (1) of this section, upon receipt of information from the Identification Bureau of the Department of Arkansas State Police that the person holding the letter of provisional licensure has pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to, or has been found guilty of, any offense listed in subsection (e) of this section, the board shall immediately revoke the provisional license.
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(g) (1) the provisions of subsection (e) and subdivisions may be waived by the board upon the request of:
(A) An affected applicant for licensure; or
(B) The person holding a license subject to revocation.
(2) Circumstances for which a waiver may be granted shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
(A) The age at which the crime was committed;
(B) The circumstances surrounding the crime;
(C) The length of time since the crime;
(D) Subsequent work history;
(E) Employment references;
(F) Character references; and
(G) Other evidence demonstrating that the applicant does not pose a threat to the health or safety of the public.
(h) (1) Any information received by the board from Identification Bureau of the Department of Arkansas State Police pursuant to this section shall not be available for examination except by:
(A) The affected applicant for licensure or his or her authorized representative; or
(B) The person whose license is subject to revocation or his or her authorized representative.
(2) No record, file, or document shall be removed from the custody of the Department of Arkansas State Police.
(i) Any information made available to the affected applicant for licensure or the person whose licensure is subject to revocation shall be information pertaining to that person only.
(j) Rights of privilege and confidentiality established in this section shall not extend to any document created for purposes other than this background check.
(K) The board shall adopt the necessary rules and regulations to fully implement the provisions of this section.
(l) (1) For purposes of this section, an expunged record of a conviction or a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to an offense listed in subsection (e) of this section shall not be considered a conviction, guilty plea, or a nolo contendere plea to the offense unless the offense is also listed I subdivision (1)(2) of this section.
(2) Because of the serious nature of the offenses and the close relationship to the type of work that is to be performed, the following shall result in permanent disqualification:
(A) Capital murder as prohibited in § 5-10-101;
(B) Murder in the first degree as prohibited in5-10-102 and murder in the second degree as prohibited in § 5-10-103;
(C) Kidnapping as prohibited in§ 5-11-102;
(D) Aggravated assault upon law enforcement officer or an employee of a correctional facility§ 5-13-211, if a Class Y felony;
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17-87-309. Disciplinary actions. (a) The Arkansas State Board of Nursing shall have sole authority to deny, suspend, revoke, or limit any license or privilege to practice nursing or certificate of prescriptive authority issued by the board or applied for in accordance with the provisions of this chapter or to otherwise discipline a licensee upon proof that the person: (1) Is guilty of fraud or deceit in procuring or attempting to procure a license to practice nursing or is engaged in the practice of nursing without a valid license; (2) Is guilty of a crime or gross immorality; (3) Is unfit or incompetent by reason of negligence, habits, or other causes; (4) Is habitually intemperate or is addicted to the use of habit- forming drugs; (5) Is mentally incompetent; (6) Is guilty of unprofessional conduct; (7) Has had a license, privilege to practice, certificate, or registration revoked or suspended or has been placed on probation or under disciplinary order in any jurisdiction; (8) Has voluntarily surrendered a license, privilege to practice, certification, or registration and has not been reinstated in any jurisdiction; or (9) Has willfully or repeatedly violated any of the provisions of this chapter. (b) The board shall refuse to issue or shall revoke the license of any person who is found guilty of or pleads guilty or nolo contendere to any offense listed in § 17-87-312(f), unless the person requests and the board grants a waiver pursuant to § 17-87-312(h). (c) Proceedings under this section shall be as provided in the Arkansas Administrative Procedure Act, § 25-15-201 et
VII Drug Free Policy-EACC
EACC Student Handbook
The East Arkansas Community college institutional Drug Free Policy (updated April 1, 1994) is as follows:
Illicit drug and alcohol and their use and their use in the school or at the workplace are subjects of immediate concern in society. From a safety perspective, the users of drugs may impair the well-being of students, employees, and the public at large. Such substance use may also result in damage to College property. Therefore, to comply with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989(P.L.101-226) the Drug Free Workforce Act of 1988, and the State of Arkansas *EO-89-2, it is the policy of East Arkansas Community College the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance at its facilities is prohibited. Any student found in violation of this policy will be subject to discipline up to and including termination- expulsion. This College is committed to the maintenance of a drug/alcohol free workplace. The standard code of conduct for employees and students prohibits illegal drug/alcohol involvement on its property or as part of any of its sponsored activities.
B. Implementation
All students of East Arkansas Community College will be provided a copy of this policy as a part of their registration. This policy will be posted on the campus Intranet and published in the Student handbook to be utilized for employee and student information. Revisions /review of this policy and the drug prevention program will be made biennially or as required to determine its effectiveness and ensure that sanctions are consistently enforced. The Coordinator of Student Activities is charged with this action.
C. Specifics
1. Health-Risks —Different drugs have a variety of distant, negative effects on the human body. These are broken down into the following major areas:
Physical:
Suppression or acceleration of the heart rate. Suppression or acceleration of breathing. Fainting/Unconsciousness Impaired vision
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Drug dependency passed to an unborn child. Decreased oxygen circulation in the blood Psychological: Depressed State of mind Impaired judgment and decision making Memory lapses Distortion of time, space, and perception Severe anxiety, panic and paranoia These are but a few. The ultimate negative effect is DEATH Drug overdoses, depression, suicide, automobile accidents and a host of other drug related deaths are in the thousands annually.
2. Public intoxication: A person commits the offense of "Public Intoxication" if (1) he/she appears in a public place manifestly under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance to the degree that he/she is likely to endanger themselves or other persons or property, or that he/she unreasonably annoys persons in his/her vicinity or (2) he /she consumes an alcoholic beverage in a public place. 3. Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor: A person who commits the offense "Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor" if, being an adult, he/she knowingly purchases or provides an alcoholic beverage for a minor. 4. Driving while intoxicated: A person who drives a motorized vehicle while influenced or affected by the ingestion of alcohol, a controlled substance, or any intoxicant commits the offense of driving while intoxicated. 5. Possession, manufacture or Delivery of Controlled Substance: It is unlawful for any person to manufacture, deliver, or possess a controlled substance. 6. Legal Penalties and Sanctions: Local, State and Federal laws provide for a variety of penalties and sanctions that are based on the type and number of drugs involved. Prior convictions are also considered. Local statue provides for a minimum of six (6) hours jail detention for the offense of DUI/DWI, even for passengers in the automobile. The range of penalties/sanctions is drastic in nature and inevitably result in prison, fines up to $250,000.00 and even forfeiture of personal and real property.
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East Arkansas Community College Practical Nursing Program
SUBSTANCE/DRUG ABUSE COMPLIANCE CONTRACT
I have read and agree to adhere to the Substance/ Drug abuse policy of East Arkansas Community College Practical Nursing Program.
In addition to the EACC policy, I know that if I am found to be under the influence of illegal drugs in abuse amounts, and the clinical agencies will not allow me to come, I will be terminated from the PN program. This will occur if I am arrested for any kind of drug charge on or off campus.
I understand that I could be asked to submit to a drug or alcohol screen if I exhibit behavior indicative of drug or alcohol use or have been arrested for such. Two persons must agree that the behavior is suspicious or have seen the arrest notice which is public record. This screen would be paid for by the student. Refusal to submit to the screen would result in termination.
Admission drug testing or Nursing students that test positive for marijuana will not be eligible for admission or will be terminated from the nursing program. This includes students with written certification for use of medical marjijuana. According to Act 593 (Medical Marijuana), there are “Safety Sensitive Positions”. Nursing students are included in the “Safety Sensitive Positions”.
See Act 593 http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/assembly/2017/2017R/Acts/Act593.pdf for more information
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Student Signature Date
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Release Form
Student's Name: ______ID #: ______Department: Practical Nursing
1. I hereby authorize this school to release my school records, demographic information, to might potential employers, and other educational institutions, or clinical agencies.
Student's Signature Date 2. I have received a copy of the school catalog. I understand the school policies, regulations, and procedures as stated in the school catalog. 3. I have read the Practical Nursing Department "Student Handbook", and I am aware of its contents. 4. I have read the inclement weather policy and understand its contents. 5. I understand that I may not be able to take the NCLEX-PN examination if I have committed a crime. 6. Termination Release: I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of East Arkansas Community College Practical Nursing Program and the clinical area(s) in which I train. I understand that one or more of the following may cause my dismissal from the Practical Nursing Program. Dismissal means no graduation. a. Grades (not passing) less than 76% in any subject area including clinical. b. Excessive tardiness/absence in both classroom and clinical. c. Unethical conduct d. Unfavorable hospital/site reports e. Failure to attend clinical or theory classes f. Breach of confidentiality g. Unprofessional conduct h. Use of drugs and/or alcohol — according to policy including but not limited to marijuana i. Unsafe clinical practices j. Not passing the Quick Med Guide test in NUR IV THIS LIST IS NOT ALL INCLUSIVE: Realizing there is some element of physical danger that may be incurred in practical nursing procedures in the classroom and clinical settings, I hereby agree to absolve East Arkansas Community College for any and all physical consequences that might happen to me as a result of practical nursing procedures encountered in training. This includes Covid. 7. Smoking Policy: Smoking is not allowed on campus at all. 8. Student Center Buying Policy: When making purchases from Mr. Brewer, Concessionaire, you choose your item then stand in line to pay for it. You do not pay for it then go choose it. Anything and everything must be paid for - (condiments, plates, cups, etc.). ANYONE CAUGHT STEALING WILL BE PROSCECUTED. There are cameras and staff members randomly assigned in the student center to observe behavior. 9. Internet policy: I understand that to have access to the Internet in the classroom, I will not visit sites that are considered unsuitable. Such as: Music/Movies; Games; Pornographic sites. The internet access is to be used for reference only for class work, term papers, and resumes. I understand that if I visit any site deemed unsuitable, I will be terminated immediately. NO E-MAIL ACCOUNTS . 10. Substance/Drug Abuse Policy: I have read, signed, and understand the East Arkansas Community College's Practical Nursing Substance/Drug Abuse Policy. 11. FEES: Please note that any monies owed to EACC, PN Department, etc., that are not paid before graduation day - your diploma will be held until fees are paid & you will not be able to participate in graduation.
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East Arkansas Community College PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM FACT SHEET The following information is intended to inform you of the requirements of the program so that you can make a wise, informed decision about entering. The Practical Nursing Program is a 10-month program. We are the shortest programs in the state. Most Practical Nursing programs are 12-18 months long. Because of the length of the program, this program is very challenging. Your time on campus from 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. During this time, you are being taught concepts and skills to prepare you to enter the nursing homes and hospitals. During the first 6-8 weeks every Wednesday afternoon and Thursday is check off day in the lab for skills taught/demonstrated that week. Skill check off may carry over to Friday. You cannot check off without documented practice time in the lab (at least 30 min each). This may mean that you have to come in at 7:30 a.m. or stay after 3:00 p.m. to practice, or come in on Friday. A rationale test is given every week before check offs begin. If you do not pass the test, you must re-take it before you can go to the lab for check off. If you fail 3 rationale tests, you are terminated. There is a rationale test for each skill. Failure to check off on a skill will result in termination from the program. The instructors will demonstrate the skills each week; teach you the rationales and theory behind the skill; and give you supervised practice time. All skills have been videotaped and are on BlackBoard so the student may view them as often as needed. This does not replace lab practice time. With each check off, the instructor uses 3 strikes then you’re out. This means you can make 3 mistakes before you will be told you did not pass that skill. Once the skills are learned, the clinical component will begin. Summer term clinical rotation will be the Psychiatric Rotation at Mid-South Health System. Clinical days are Monday, Tuesday. You must be there by 8a.m. You will have to drive to these locations. Fall rotations are in the nursing homes in Forrest City and Wynne 7-3. The spring semester is 6-2 or 2p-10p. This rotation includes CrossRidge Hospital in Wynne possibly Forrest City Medical Center, sim lab, and various med surg oriented community type clinics. Students must drive to these locations. Only two (2) clinical days can be missed in the Fall/Spring Semester. Only one (1) clinical day in the Summer Term. These can only be missed for illness with doctor’s excuse or death in immediate family (see clinical policy for criteria). Wednesdays and Thursdays are theory days in the classroom days from 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Maternal Child clinical rotation will be simulation in the lab on campus. When one group is in simulation the other two groups are doing NUR IV clinical in the hospital. The Pediatric rotation is completed in doctor’s offices. The students must work the hours the office is open. This may mean the student works until 5:00 p.m. must work 8 clinical hours. Lunch does not count. Simulation clinicals are found also in other classes. See clinical schedule. With this challenging curriculum, the students must be prepared to study 2-3 hours a night. Please arrange your schedule to allow for this. Build yourself a solid support system before you start. The curriculum is designed to run two classes a day. One in the morning and one in the afternoon. You will have a test on almost every classroom day. This is a 50 or more-point situation type test. Some days you may have more than one test. A comprehensive final is given at the completion of each course. You must maintain a 76% in the classroom and clinical (this is NOT a combined score) to continue in the program. THERE ARE NO EXEMPTIONS FROM ANY FINAL EXAMINATIONS. The class will start in July. You must purchase one uniform on your own (no financial aid) for the first week of school. These are purchased through Medical Technology in Forrest City. Additional uniforms/lab coat will be purchased later in the year and financial aid will be available for these. The approximate cost of this is $250.00. The color is galaxy blue. At any time, this program may be switched to an on-line program.
Refund Policy No refunds of student tuition/fees will be made unless a student OFICIALLY withdraws through the Office of Admissions and Registration. Full refunds are given only if a student officially drops or
31 withdraws before the first day of the semester. If a refund is due to a student receiving financial aid from any Federal Financial Aid program, a portion of the refund shall be returned to the Financial Aid program in accordance with federal regulations. Students who fail to follow the proper withdrawal procedures will be responsible for tuition once class begin. Failure to attend class does not constitute an official drop/ withdrawal. No refunds are given for drops, withdrawals or non-attendance after the 11th day of a spring/fall semester or after the 11th day equivalent of a summer term.
Refund Schedule:
Credit Courses- Spring and Fall Semester Prior to First Day of Semester 100% First Day of Classes through 11th Class Day 80% After the 11th Class Day NONE
Credit Courses- Summer Prior to First Day of Semester 100% First Day of Classes through 4th Class Day 50% After 4th Class Day NONE
For additional information, please see the business office, or EACC school catalog.
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2021-22
EAST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
FALL 2020 New Student Orientation ...... August 10(T) Faculty Report to Campus ...... August 16 (M) Advising/Registration Continues ...... August 16-20 (M – F) Classes Begin ...... August 23(M) Late Registration for on Campus Classes ...... August 23-27 (M – F) Late Registration for Online Classes ...... August 23-Sept– 3 (M – F) Labor Day Holiday (College Closed) ...... September 6 (M) Census Day (11th Class Day) ...... September 7 (T) ACC Break (No Classes) ...... October 11,12 (M – T) Mid-Term Grades Submission Deadline……………………………………………………….………... October 18 (M) Last Day to Drop with an Automatic “W” ...... Nov.1 (M) Priority Registration for spring 2020 Begins ...... November 8 (M) Last Day to Drop ...... November 22 (M) Thanksgiving Break for Classes ...... November 24-26 (W – F) Thanksgiving Holiday (College Closed) ...... November 25 - 26 (R – F) Last Day of Regular Classes (Day & Evening) ...... December 6 (M) Final Exams ...... December 7-13 (T- M) Grades Due by 12:00 p.m...... December 14 (T) College Closed ...... December 23 – December 31 (R-F)
SPRING 2022 Staff Report to Campus ...... January 3(M) Faculty Report to Campus ...... January 10 (M) Advising/Registration Continues ...... January 10 – 14 (M – F) Classes Begin ...... January 18 (M) Late Registration for on Campus Classes ...... January 18-21 (T – F) Late Registration for Online Classes ...... January 18-28(M – F) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (College Closed) ...... January 17 (M) Census Day (11th Class Day) ...... February 1 (T) Deadline for spring 2021 Commencement ...... March 7 (W) Mid-Term Grades Submission Deadline……………………………………………………………………………………. March 15 (T) Last Day to Drop with an Automatic “W” ...... March 28 (M) Spring Break (No Classes) ...... March 21-25 (M – F) Priority Registration for Summer & Fall 2021 Begins ...... April 11 (M) Last Day to Drop a Class...... April 18 (M) Last Day of Regular Classes (Day & Evening) ...... May2 (M) Final Exams ...... May 3-9 (T-M) Grades Due by 12:00 p.m...... May 10(T) Commencement ...... May 13 (F) Advising and Registration for Special Early Summer Term Classes Continues ...... May 9-13 (M-F) Special Early Summer Term Classes Begin ...... May 16 (M)
Academic Calendar may be subject to change.
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Summer Session II 2021 (5 WEEKS) Advising and Registration Continues ...... June 28-July 2 (M-F) Independence Day Holiday (College Closed) …………………………………………………………………………. July 5 (M) Classes Begin ...... July 6 (T) Late Registration ...... July 6-July 7 (T-W) Census Day (11th Day Equivalent) ...... July 9 (F) Classes meet on Friday…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………July 9 (F) Last Day to Drop with an Automatic “W” ...... July 21 (W) Classes meet on Friday…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………July 23 (F) Last Day to Drop a Class ...... July 28 (W) Last Day of Regular Classes ...... August 4 (W) Final Exams (Day & Evening) ...... August 5 (R) Grades Due by 12:00 p.m...... August 6 (F) Classes will meet on July 9th and 23rd
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East Arkansas Community College Practical Nursing Program Degree Plan
Summer Term II
Course Title Theory Hrs Clinical Hrs Credit Hrs PN 1104 Mental Health 51 48 4
Fall Semester
Course Title Theory Hrs Clinical Hrs Credit Hrs PN 1207 Basic Fundamentals 98 28 7 PN 1210 Nursing I 112 147 10
Spring Semester
Course Title Theory Hrs Clinical Hrs Credit Hrs PN 1323 Nursing II 38 40 3 PN 1335 Nursing III 40 80 5 PN 1305 Nursing of Mothers & Children 58 48 5 PN 1345 Nursing IV 76 32 5
Graduation Requirements: NCLEX-PN Review
Credit Hours Ratios: Classroom: 1:1, 15 hours of class (theory) = 1 credit hour Clinical: 3:1, 45 hours of clinical = 1 credit hour
Program Total Credits: 39
Approved by ARSBN May 10, 2018; HLC July 28, 2018
Developed 1/2018
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East Arkansas Community College Summary of Financial Aid (See the EACC catalog for complete details)
Federal Direct Student Loan Program PELL Grant Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Federal Work Study (FWS) Veterans Benefits Veterans Tuition Policy Tuition Waivers/Discounts Business Affairs Memorial Scholarship EACC Drama and Music Scholarship EMT-Paramedic Scholarship First National Bank of Eastern Arkansas Board of Directors Scholarship GED Scholarship Hammons Charitable Foundation Scholarship Jarratt Family Scholarship Kiwanis Freshman Scholarship Rotary Scholarship Mary Emma Piper Memorial Nursing Scholarship EACC Foundation Scholarship Burt-Davis Nursing Scholarship Community Leader Scholarship Coy Grace School to Work Scholarship General Education Scholarship Giny Blankenship Memorial Nursing Scholarship Jessie Smith Swindle Nursing Scholarship
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Jimmy and Patsy Burns Memorial Scholarship Non-Traditional Student The Eleanor B. and Harry E. Beasley Scholarship The George P. and Alice H. Walker Endowed Scholarship The Forrest City Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship Arkansas Future Grant (AR Future) Arkansas High Tech Scholarship Arkansas National Guard and Reserves Tuition Assistance Arkansas Public Health Association Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Arkansas Workforce Challenge Grant MIA/KIA Dependents' Scholarship Vocational Rehabilitation
Additional scholarships are available. For more information on Arkansas state awards and scholarships visit: www.adhe.edu
For other scholarships visit: www.studentaid.ed.gov
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Equipment
East Arkansas Practical Nursing
2020-21
Prices subject to Change Summer II Term
Mental Health PN 1104 (3-1-4)
Books:
Foundations and Adult Health Nursing-textbook 8th Ed. Elsevier, ISBN978-0-323-484374- 109.90
Study Guide for Adult Health Nursing 8th Ed., Elsevier, ISBN 978-0-3f23-52459-9 39.16
Davis Drug Guide for Nurses 16 ed. V.A. Davis, ISBN 978-0-8036-69451 49.95
Simulation Code for Sim lab (new) SLS9781455700110 80.25
(Book store has) Book cost do not reflect markup
Supplies / other costs:
Uniforms, lab coat, patches varies
Shoes varies
Watch with second hand varies
Vaccinations TB, possible Covid required by agencies not school varies
Health insurance varies
CPR certification varies
All costs are subject to change
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Fall Term
Basic Fundamentals PN 1207 (7-0-7)
Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing 5th Ed. ISBN 9780323396219 62.96
Study Guide for Fundamental Concepts 5th Ed. ISBN 9780323524599 26.56
Medical Terminology: A Living Language 139780134070254 114.00
Does not reflect bookstore markup
Nursing I PN 1210 (7-3-10)
No additional books
Supplies:
Blood Pressure cuff 22.14 plus tax
All costs are subject to change Spring Term:
Nursing II PN 1323 (3-0-3)
No additional books
Nursing III PN 1335 (3-2-5)
No additional books
Nursing of Mothers & Children PN 1305 (4-1-5)
No additional books
Graduation Items:
Photos 25.00 (If students want these.)
Lamps 13.27 lamp / candle
Pin 29.00
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Pearson Vue 200.00
ARSBN 100.00
Temporary permit 30.00 if desire
Background check 38.00
Live Scan 15.00
New uniform varies
White shoes varies
*NCLEX Review 250.00
*HURST review for NCLEX 125.00 day. We do a 2-day review. This is paid to them when you register on line. Cannot graduate without a review.
Any and all prices subject to change. Prices verified April 2021. Prices do not reflect taxes or bookstore mark up
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Application Process Any person wishing to enter the Practical Nursing Program must:
1. Complete the EACC application and submit all required documents: Required documents include immunization requirements of the school (Immunizations are required by nursing once accepted and may be more than required by the school), high school transcript, and transcript from any college previously attended. If you have been in another nursing program you must submit a letter from that program’s director. Admission testing includes the Next-Generation Accuplacer and Wonderlic test. (Unless under Covid restrictions) These are turned in to the nursing secretary to receive a packet to complete for applying to the program. The packet includes the above-mentioned forms. If you do not get a packet the nursing faculty will not know you tested to bring you before the selection committee. 2. Complete the required testing at the Testing Center in the Hodges Student Services Building on the EACC main campus: • Take the free Next Generation Accuplacer test any time beginning the last week of January through the last week in April. The test consists of three areas which are Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic. The tester can retake any part one other time if the scores are not met. The tester must score 260 or above in Reading and Writing. The tester must score 250 or above in Arithmetic. Do not bring a calculator to the test. A calculator will be available for Arithmetic questions. The test may only be taken twice and the second scores invalidate the first. Study material for the Next- Generation Accuplacer, is available at www.accuplacer.collegeboard.org. Be sure to study Next-Generation Accuplacer. There is an option to download a study app on this site. • Once the tester makes the score listed above, the student is scheduled for the Wonderlic test of critical thinking. The test costs $20.00. The student must go to the EACC bookstore and pay this fee. The receipt for payment is brought to the testing center on the day of testing. (If not using Covid restrictions)
*After testing is complete, the applicant must take their test scores to the Practical Nursing Faculty to obtain an admission packet. This packet is available in January. Once the student receives an admissions packet, it must be returned in two weeks. If the completed packet is not turned in by 3:00 PM on the assigned deadline, the student is removed from the list to be brought before the selection committee.
• Students are ranked for selection based on test scores. The three- Next Generation Accuplacer scores are averaged and the applicant is ranked by this score. • The selection committee will meet in May to choose 24 students for the class and 12 alternates. Students will be notified in writing after the committee meets of their acceptance, choice as an alternate, or denial.
Accident/Injury
Due to the close proximity of the school to the hospital, students are taken or advised to go to the hospital. In clinical students must report any injury immediately to the instructor.
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PN Licensure:
Upon successful completion of the program, the student is awarded a Graduate Nurse Technical Certificate. He/she must pass the NCLEX-PN examination to receive a license in Arkansas or the state of primary residence. Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN examination awards the title LPN.
• Person convicted of a crime or any violation of ACA- 17-87-312 or17-3-102 may graduate from the program but never be allowed to take boards. Remember to sign the ACA- 17-87-312 and 17-3-102 documents for your file!
CPR Training:
• Students must obtain American Heart Association CPR training and submit a copy of the CPR card the first day of Summer II term. The healthcare provider course is required.
School Approval:
This school has full state Board approval
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East Arkansas Community College
Philosophy of the Practical Nursing Program
The Practical Nursing mission is to prepare PNs who are competent to function as a member of the health care team in acute care settings, long term care facilities, community clinics. We believe since nursing is an art, science, and a service, that the practical nurse should be skilled in all three areas to be a successful member of the health care team. We recognize that each complex living human being has physical, mental, emotional, and social needs that must be met to maintain one’s own self-image, dignity, and self-worth. Each person has the basic right to maintain and enjoy the best level of health possible. We believe individuals across the life span have the right to the best possible nursing care. To accomplish this, the practical nurse should communicate therapeutically to the patient, the patient’s family, and other members of the health care team. Care should be implemented based on the Nursing Process and should incorporate the patient’s cultural differences.
Our mission includes training a practical nurse that demonstrates basic knowledge and skill to safely render or delegate nursing care. An essential component of this nursing care will be teaching the patient and the patient’s family. It is our goal to instill a desire to learn so that the PN student can easily make the transition from student to a practicing nurse that seeks out opportunities for increased knowledge that meets lifelong learning goals in the field or nursing.
Approved by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing 2002
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Graduate Competencies Practical Nursing Program
At the completion of the program the graduate will be able to: 1.Communicate with the patient, the patient's family, and other health care workers using therapeutic communication skills. 2.Utilize the Nursing Process to plan and give care to the patient throughout his/her lifespan. 3.Practice cultural differences when planning care for the patient. 4.Demonstrate basic knowledge and basic nursing skills to safely give care to patients. 5.Practice within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act for the Practical Nurse. 6.Seek out opportunities for increased knowledge to meet lifelong learning goats in the field of nursing. 7.Implement teaching based on identified learning needs of the patient. 8.Utilize knowledge gained to meet the communities nursing needs. 9.Delegate care to the nursing assistant. Approved by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing; Fall 2002.
Student's Rights and Responsibilities
Students may examine the school records pertaining to them. The school keeps the following types of records and/or information. • Original application for enrollment • Attendance • Grades and progress reports • Counseling notes These records are kept in the Nursing Office (for the year they are attending) then they are moved to office of Student Services. A request to look at the records will be granted in a reasonable period of time that does not interrupt the normal work flow of the office. If you feel that the records are inaccurate or misleading, you will be given an opportunity to present your views and facts to a person who has no direct interest in the records. Copies of your records will be provided upon written request at no charge to you. Data from your records cannot be released without your written consent except: • School personnel who need information • Other schools where student may be seeking to enroll • Student's application for financial assistance • Accrediting organizations • Research studies for developing tests, administering student aid, improving instruction • Oral communication not based on education records • Protection of health and safety of others • State and federal education • Directory information: o Name, address, and telephone number o Date and place of birth o Major field of study and official school activities o Degrees and awards o Most recent school attended If you give someone at EACC PN- Program as a reference for perspective employers, or want the school to release information other than directory information, you should sign the release form.
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EACC — Practical Nursing Program Student's Rights and Responsibilities
1. Working will not be an acceptable excuse for absences or tardiness. Students cannot work 11p.m -7a.m. and then come to clinical. 2. Working at medical facilities will not be considered make-up time for days missed from PN training. 3. Before taking a job while in school, you should consult with your instructors. 4. Students will not wear their student uniforms during any employment situation. East Arkansas Community College will not be responsible for a student's actions during any employment situation. 5. Students are not allowed in other classrooms without permission of instructor(s). When classes are dismissed, students are expected to leave the school grounds unless they have school-related business. 6. Students who fail to turn in assigned homework/projects on time will have 5 points per day (including weekends) taken away from the assignment grade. ALL HOMEWORK, EXTRA PROJECTS. ETC. IN EACH PROSPECTIVE COURSE WILL BE AVERAGED TOGETHER TO MAKE 1 TEST GRADE. Rules for homework assignments that are graded: students must work alone when a grade will be posted. Any homework that is found to be word for word like another student’s will result in counseling and possible termination. 7. Students are expected to address all instructors, administrators, and administrative personnel with titles, Mr., Mrs., Miss, Doctor, etc. 8.BEEPERS, PAGERS, AND CELL PHONES, ARE NOT permitted in classroom or clinical areas. 9.All students must obtain a copy of the school catalog. 10.All students must obtain a parking sticker and student ID. 11.All students are expected to wear (at all school related times) their school's identification badge. It must be visible. If you do not have it with you, you will be sent home to get it and you are docked for the time you are gone. It must be worn in clinical facilities. 12. Students are not allowed to sit in cars during breaks.
Alcohol, Drug and Smoking Policy Student's Rights and Responsibilities
Students who possess, sell, or are under the influence of alcoholic beverages, controlled substances (illegal drugs), marijuana, or other materials expressly prohibited by federal, state, or local laws on school property or at school functions will be immediately dismissed from the program. This includes to and from school in school vehicles, on field trips, or student organization trips in/out of town or graduation exercises.
No smoking will be allowed in restrooms, hallways, classrooms, shops, or school buses. People who wish to smoke are to smoke off campus. No smoking is allowed on clinical grounds at ANY facility. Signs indicating no smoking in individual offices or meeting rooms should be respected.
See page 27, 28 for full policy
Inclement Weather Policy
See catalog: also listen to the following radio/TV stations:
KBFC/ KXJK Forrest City KBRI Brinkley KCLT Delta Force 2 Helena KWYN Wynne CH 7 Little Rock, Arkansas WREG CH 3 Memphis, Tennessee REMIND App
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Attendance Policy — Classroom Student's Rights and Responsibilities
Class begins promptly at 8:15 a.m. and is dismissed at 3:00 p.m. There will be days when the student needs to stay to practice skills. 30 minutes practice time is required each week.
Morning Break 9:45 — 10:00 a.m. (subject to change) Lunch 11:45 — 12:15 p.m. (subject to change) Students are expected to keep all areas (classroom, lab, where they break and eat lunch) neat and clean. In other words, you are not children, you should make sure to clean up and put away after yourself.
Attendance
Theory: Regular and prompt attendance is expected of all students enrolled at EACC's PN program. Regular attendance is necessary to maintain acceptable grades. If you are ill and cannot come to lecture, you must call the nursing office by 8:00 a.m. If you’re 1 minute late, you are docked 1 hour.
NO MORE THAN TWO (2) DAYS. (12) HOURS OF THEORY CAN BE MISSED PER FALL/SPRING SEMESTER. ON THE 13TH HOUR YOU WILL BE DISMISSED. THE TOTAL NUMBER OF THEORY HOURS STUDENTS MAY MISS THE SUMMER TERM IS SIX (6) HOURS. ON THE 7TH HOUR, YOU WILL BE DISMISSED.
Dependability is a MUST. Each time a student is late at the beginning of the day, late returning from break, or late returning from lunch, the student will be considered tardy and will be charged with a FULL HOUR of absence. When any part of a day is missed, the student will be charged for the number of hours missed with the partial hours rounded to the next full hour (even one (1) minute will count as a FULL HOUR). NOTICE: in the case of very extenuating circumstances final determination of absences will be left to the discretion of the chairperson.
Clinical: Excused absences for clinical include illness or death in the immediate family. These absences require a note from the MD or Funeral Home. Un-excused absences for classroom (absence from classroom does NOT require a MD note) or clinical will result in counseling, being placed on probation, or termination. DOCTOR'S APPOINTMENTS SHOULD BE SCHEDULED AFTER 3:00 P.M. AND NOT DURING CLINICAL. NCLEX-PN Review and Graduation Day, and the IV workshop count as clinical hours and cannot be missed for any reason. The IV course is a prerequisite for every class second semester.
Work Missed: In the event of absence due to illness or emergency, students are responsible for contacting instructors regarding work missed. This should be done on the first day you return to class. If the instructor in charge determines that a student is too ill to be present in a theory class, the instructor has the authority to permit the student to leave school. However, any work missed must be made up. Students are responsible for all readings/tests listed in the syllabi. All tests will be taken as scheduled from home with Respondus if not in class on the day scheduled. All lectures are on power point with audio and posted on Black Board. If lecture is missed, the student is responsible for listening to that lecture on Black Board. (This includes Covid misses and snow days). All skills are videotaped and also posted on Black Board. If skill demonstrations are missed, watch the skill on Black Board.
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Tutoring: If you are having trouble with any subject, the instructors are here every afternoon until 4:30 p.m. on theory days. Do not get too far behind before seeking help. You must have a passing grade of 76% in each course offered.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR VETERANS: Veterans receiving VA benefits will be notified of the potential loss of benefits upon missing 1/12 of total clock hours enrolled regardless of progress. Upon missing 1/8 of the total clock hours enrolled, veteran's benefits will be terminated. Under special/unusual circumstances beyond the student's control, or medical emergencies, the Counselor may excuse excessive absences on an individual basis, if the appropriate documentation is provided.
Falsifying Documents: FALSIFYING DOCUMENTATION OR BEING UNTRUTHFUL IN ANY CIRCUMSTANCE WILL MEAN IMMEDIATE DISMISSAL FROM THE PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM. ABSOLUTELY NO TOLERANCE TO THIS POLICY. Personal Appearance — Classroom
All students are expected to dress appropriately for classroom attendance. Students deemed inappropriately dressed by the instructor will be counseled. Students are expected to bathe daily, use deodorant, practice oral hygiene and wear clean clothes. No strong-smelling perfumes/colognes are to be worn. Students violating these rules of cleanliness will be sent home. Students should have a pair of black/khaki pants for field trips when blue jeans cannot be worn!
Personal Appearance-Clinical
Students are to wear the galaxy blue pant and lab coat for clinical days. White shirt, socks, and shoes are worn. The shoes may be tennis shoes that are mainly white in color. All shirts/lab coats must have an EACC PN patch on the left sleeve one inch down from the shoulder seam. The patch can be obtained at Medical Technology in Forrest City, AR. Hair is worn off the shoulders, post earrings only and no bracelets or necklaces. No nail polishes. Nails should be short and clean. (CDC hand hygiene as stated in the text will be enforced.) Students must have all needed supplies: B/P cuff, stethoscope, scissors, and pen light. The clinical agencies require tattoos to be covered.
Student's Rights and Responsibilities -
RULES FOR TAKING TESTS: 1. No one leaves the room for any reason during test unless prior approval has been given by the instructor. Use the restroom prior to the test. 2. If you have a question, raise your hand, wait for the instructor to come to you. 3. Testing is done per Respondus on the computer. It is done at home on the scheduled time and day if you are home sick. A doctor’s excuse must be obtained to take the test another day. Tests will not be the same. 4. Cheating on an exam will result in IMMEDIATE termination from the program. The tester is videoed. 5. Students are allowed 1 hour per every 50 test questions.
6. No ball caps or iPhone watches may be worn during testing.
Grading System
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The following grading system will be utilized at mid-semester and at the end of each semester and summer term.
93-100% A Excellent 85-92% B Above Average 76-84% C Average 65-75% D Conditional 0-64% F All finals count as ¼ (.25%) of your grade.
Standards of Progress:
The Standard of Progress policy for Practical Nursing students requires that an average of 76% be maintained for each course both theory and clinical. If a student has an average below 76% in any one course for a grading period (the end of the course and/or semester), the student cannot complete the program and will be terminated from school. Students must also pass the IV workshop to progress to the third semester. Students must pass the Quick Med Guide test to graduate. This test is taken one time.
If unable to perform a required skill check off on the week that it is due, this will result in immediate termination from the program. Students must pass the IV workshop to progress to all classes 3rd semester.
IF A CLINICAL INSTITUTION REFUSES TRAINING SITE EXPERIENCE TO A STUDENT. HE/SHE WILL BE UNABLE TO MEET PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND OBJECTIVES AND WILL BE UNABLE TO CONTINUE IN THE PROGRAM.
IF A STUDENT IS TERMINATED FOR DISCIPLINARY REASONS, HE/SHE CANNOT RE-ENTER THE PROGRAM.
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EACC Grievance Procedure – Non-Academic
EACC Student Handbook
Grievance Procedure
The grievance procedure has been established to review a decision which is alleged to be inconsistent with the rights and responsibilities of students and employees established in the East Arkansas Community College Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Non- Discrimination Policy.
1. The student or employee making the allegation shall submit to the ADA contact a written statement for appeal. A complaint should be filed within 15 days after the complainant becomes aware of the alleged violation. 2. Upon receipt of the written allegation of a grievance the coordinator shall notify the President of the College who shall appoint a committee to review the matter.
The Grievance Committee shall thereupon conduct a hearing after review, a written statement of the committee’s decision and the reason for it will be issued.
3. The committee shall promptly send to the originator of the appeal a duplicate copy of the statement. If the decision is inconsistent with federal guidelines and College policy, the committee shall notify the office or person responsible for the regulation and administrative decision is undertaken immediately. If the decision of the committee is that the decision is consistent with federal guidelines and College policy, the person making the allegation may appeal the decision to the President of the College. The request for appeal should be made within 30 days. 4. The ADA contact shall keep a record of all complaints and committee decisions for future reference. 5. Decisions of the committee will be made within 14 days of the notification of appeal from the ADA contact. Expedited consideration will be given of urgent cases in which it is alleged that a regulation threatens immediate and irreparable infringement of rights.
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EACC Student Handbook 2020-21
V. ACADEMIC GRIEVANCE:
Recognizing that both student and faculty have rights regarding academic matters, East Arkansas Community College sets forth an academic grievance procedure. The procedure serves the purpose of:
1. Providing the student with redress and due process. 2. Protecting faculty rights in freedom of instruction. 3. Providing a mechanism for problem-solving. 4. Achieving an equitable resolution of the grievance as quickly as possible.
The following steps are to be followed regarding student academic grievance:
1. The student meets with the faculty member regarding any problem. The student and faculty member should discuss the problem thoroughly and attempt to reach an agreement. 2. If an agreement cannot be reached between the student and faculty member, the appropriate Associate Vice President is contacted by the student. The student, faculty member, and the Associate Vice President are to meet together to thoroughly discuss the problem and attempt to attain a solution. 3. If a solution is not reached, the student may at this point formalize the grievance by putting it in writing to the, appropriate supervising Vice President, including conditions giving rise to the grievance, names of parties involved, and the remedy requested. In cases in which the Vice President is the direct supervisor of the faculty member, another Vice President may be asked to fulfill the role herein described. a. The formal written grievance must be addressed and submitted to the appropriate supervising academic Vice President. This formalized, written grievance must be received by the supervising Vice President within 48 hours (excluding holidays/weekends) following the meeting between the students, the faculty member’s supervisor. b. The Vice President first determines if previous steps in the process have been followed by the student and explains to the students the remaining steps in the process. c. The Vice President notifies the faculty member and the respective supervisor that a grievance has been filed and supplies a copy of the written grievance to the faculty member and the faculty member’s supervisor. d. The issues of the grievance are thoroughly discussed by the Vice President and the student and the instructor and his/her supervisor in the attempt to reach an understanding and agreement. e. Within 72 hours (excluding holidays/weekends) after receiving the student’s written grievance, the Vice President will render a decision. The Vice President may render a decision as to the merit of the grievance, the adherence to proper steps in the process, or he/she may determine that no grievance exists or that the complaint is not actionable due to missing or otherwise limited information. This decision will be delivered in writing (mail or college email) within 72 hours after receiving the student’s written grievance. In cases in which the Vice President is the direct supervisor of the faculty member, another Vice President may be asked to fulfill the role herein described. 4. If the student does not accept the Vice President’s decision, the student may request a review by an Academic Grievance Committee. This request must be made within 48 hours of the delivery of the Vice President’s decision. 5. Written notification of this request should be made to the appropriate Vice President, who shall notify the President that a committee must be convened. The Academic Grievance Committee will be composed of at least one Vice President, two faculty members, and two staff members. Instructors and staff who are parties in the grievance may not serve as members of the Committee. Committee members shall be appointed by the President within 48 hours of his/her receipt of notification that a committee must be convened. 6. Within 48 hours of appointment, the Committee will schedule a hearing to review all relevant information regarding the grievance. Witnesses may be called as needed as determined by the Committee.
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7. The Committee may determine whether there are sufficient grounds for a hearing. If the committee decides not to hear the grievance, the student is to be notified of the decision and given the supporting rationale. If the Committee determines there are sufficient grounds to conduct a hearing, such hearing is scheduled within 48 hours of the Committee’s decision to hear the grievance. If the Committee determines there are not sufficient grounds to warrant a hearing, the decision and supporting rationale are reported in a written decision to the student within 48 hours of its decision. 8. Only the student and faculty member involved are to be present during the committee hearing; however, if witnesses are to be called by the parties, the Committee chairperson must be notified 24 hours prior to the hearing. The student may present such evidence as is relevant to the dispute. 9. The Committee renders a written decision, including its findings and recommendations, within 48 hours of the hearing (excluding holidays and weekends). 10. The student or instructor may request a procedural review by the College President within 48 hours of the receipt of the decision (excluding holidays and weekends). a. The original grievance and final report of the Academic Grievance Committee are submitted to the President who reviews the information submitted. b. Within 48 hours (excluding holidays and weekends) after the President receives the information, the President will render a decision regarding the Committee’s adherence to college and committee policy and procedure based on the written information submitted. 11. The President has the option to remand the Committee’s findings to the Committee for further consideration. 12. The grievance procedure must be initiated and completed prior to the end of the term succeeding the term in which the incident occurred (excluding summer terms).
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Course Syllabi
The course syllabi detail expectations and objectives for that particular course. The syllabi are included in this handbook. Objectives in the syllabi are tied to the graduate competencies. (GC number).
Covid policies for the program are found in the course syllabi.
IV Workshop: This workshop is the last 4-5 days of 2nd semester (fall). Successful completion of IV theory/ skills is required for progression to 3rd semester (spring). This workshop theory grade and skills completion are not in a course grade. However, the workshop theory test and skills check off must be passed to progress to the spring semester.
Accident/Injury: Health services are not available on the campus. All students are covered by an accident insurance policy. Because we are located directly across from the hospital, when emergency care is needed, someone either calls 911 or transports the student to the local hospital.
Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse Association – ALPNA Students in the practical nursing program have the opportunity to join the professional organization, ALPNA. Cost to the student is $10.00 per year. The instructors and students try to attend one ALPNA convention per year. Cost of convention is not paid by the school. Students pay for this.
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East Arkansas Community College Practical Nursing Program Academic Support
East Arkansas Community College offers Academic Assistance. See the EACC catalog.
Student Affairs: Administrative Building
This office helps: To discuss any problems To place organizational events on activity calendar To place posters on bulletin boards To inquire about organizations or clubs To report any student misconduct or emergency To request student insurance
East Arkansas Community College Practical Nursing Program Student Health Insurance
It is the responsibility of the student to obtain health insurance. With the passing of the Affordable Care Act, younger adults may continue on their parent’s insurance plan until age 26 or can acquire insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace at https://www.healthcare.gov.
An international applicant must purchase health insurance and present evidence of this before enrollment.
East Arkansas Community College Practical Nursing Program Counseling and Guidance Counseling Center: Hodges student services complex. Assistance is available to:
Inquire about ACT, CLEP, PRAXIS and AAGE/CAAP tests Take the ACT or ACCUPLACER placement exams Register for first semester at EACC Discuss Career opportunities Decide on college major Receive advisor assignment Receive information about transfer colleges Inquire about veterans’ benefits Discuss ANY problem Receive information about accommodation for students with disabilities
Samantha Sharp is also available. She is a licensed counselor.
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East Arkansas Community College Admission/Graduation Rates Practical Nursing
Grad Admission Retention Graduates Licensure Job Placement Year
# # % # % # % # %
2012 20 12 60 12 60 11 92 11 100
2013 24 19 79 19 79 17 89 17 100
2014 24 17 71 17 71 14 82 17 100
2015 24 14 58 14 58 14 100 14 100
2016 24 14 58 14 58 12 86 14 100
2017 23 21 91 21 91 19 90 20 100
2018 24 15 63 15 63 15 100 15 100
2019 23 16 70 16 70 13 81 13 100 2020 22 16 73 16 73 15 94 15 100
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Course Syllabi by
Semester
East Arkansas
C O M M U N I T Y C O LL E G E
Practical Nursing
Theory and clinical objectives are tied to the Graduate Competencies approved by the ARSBN and HLC. Will see (GC and the number of the competency it is tied to).
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Course name and number: PN 1104 Mental Health (3-1-4)
ACTS Course number: NONE
Prerequisites: Admittance to the Practical Nursing Program and EACC. Updated immunizations as required by clinical agencies (Covid immunization could be required by the agency), drug screen, and background check as required by clinical agencies. BLS Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
Corequisites: None
Course Description: PN 1104 (3-1-4) Mental Health: This course introduces the student to common mental illnesses and substance abuse. A clinical component completed in day treatment centers helps reinforce the concepts that are taught in theory. Students are also introduced to basic computer usage and the development of concept maps which help students' link important concepts. This course has a clinical component.
Course Objectives: Theory Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identifying the components of a therapeutic nurse- patient relationship (GC: 1)) 2. Outline nursing care for patients with common psychiatric conditions including those who are angry, aggressive, homicidal, experiencing anxiety, depression, schizophrenia. (GC 4) 3. Discuss common psychiatric medications including their actions, side effects, and nursing implications. (GC 2) 4. Use assessment skills to identify substance abuse- including the impaired nurse. (GC 4) 5. Describe nursing interventions in working with substance abusers. (GC2) 6. Complete data gathering on any patient. (GC 2)
Clinical: Students complete the mental health rotation in community-based clinics. These clinics work with patients that have the major disorders studied in class. If allowed by the patient, students participate in individual therapy. All students participate in group therapy Students must pass the data gathering/neuro check off to progress to fall semester. Clinical Objectives: At the completion of this clinical rotation, the student will be able to:
1. Participate in group and individual therapy used by the health care team at the community-based day treatment center. (GC 1) 2. Differentiate the different types of Schizophrenia. (GC 4) 3. Begin to recognize the LPN's role within the health care team for a psychiatric community-based treatment center. (GC 5)
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4. Discuss medications commonly prescribed for the psychiatric patient — include their classification, action, side effects, and nursing interventions. (GC 5. 7) 5. Recognize the LPN's role in working with psychiatric patients based on the Nurse Practice Act. (GC 5) 6. Using knowledge learned in theory; begin to use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the psychiatric patient during therapy. (GC 1) 7. Begin to use therapeutic communication skills to interact with members of the psychiatric health care team during therapy. (GC 1) 8. Develop a teaching tool on one antipsychotic medication. (GC 7) 9. Reviews the use of the Nursing Process to plan care for the psychiatric patient. (GC 5) 10. Discuss cultural beliefs or values that affect the care of the psychiatric patient. (GC 3) 11. Recognize community resources available for the psychiatric patients. (Social worker may need to talk to group.) (GC) 12. Recognize approaches or interventions that are delegated to the various members of the psychiatric team to render safe care. (GC 9)
Textbook: Cooper, Kim and Kathy Gosnell. Foundations and Adult Health Nursing. 8th Edition. Elsevier, 2019.
Cooper, Kim and Kathy Gosnell. Foundations and Adult Health Nursing. 8th Edition. Study Guide, Elsevier, 2019.
Other required materials: Course notes with appropriate handouts
Additional suggested material: NONE
Instructor Information
Instructors: Debbie Hill, Lynette Campbell, Twila Miller-part time
Office Location: Office pod 6
Office Phone Number: Hill – 870-633-4480 ex 452 Campbell-870-318-0760 Ext.454; Miller -870-318-6800 Email addresses: [email protected] [email protected]
Office Hours: Posted on doors
Preferred method of contact: Remind, instructors will use Blackboard email, text
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Instructional Methods:
PowerPoint Lecture — with appropriate handouts Have audio and posted on Black Board Case Studies Lab demonstration-skills videotaped and posted on BlackBoard Supervised lab practice Gaming Evaluation/Grading: Theory Evaluation: Written tests will be given as follows: Test 1: Psychiatric Medications Test 2: Chapter 35 Test 3: Chapter 36 Test 4: Data Gathering and Neuro check Test 4: Final Exam — Comprehensive Lab: Check off on data gathering/neuro check: Data Gathering/neuro check grades on charting. skill pass/fail.
• The combination of the chapter tests counts as 75% of the final grade. The final counts as 25% of the final grade. There is NO drop grade for this course. • Homework grades, pop tests, and other grades are given at the instructor's discretion. Clinical Evaluation: The instructor will complete a written evaluation on each student with each rotation. The evaluation form is included in the clinical handbook.
1. Concept maps and written clinical assignments will be at the discretion of the instructors. This will include, but not limited to, drug cards, health histories, data gathering, and clinical objective assignments. 2. Skill check off— Data Gathering, charting. 3. A grade of 76% is necessary in the clinical component as well as the theory component of this course to continue in the program.
Grading Scale: Theory and Clinical 93-100% A Excellent 85- 92% B Above Average 76- 84% C Average
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65-75% D Conditional 0-64% F Failing W Withdrew
Course Content/Outline: See Day — By — Day for specific dates. Unit 1: Psychiatric Medications Unit 2: Chapter 35 Unit 3: Chapter 36 Unit 4: Data Gathering and Neuro Check Final examination-comprehensive
General Behavioral Expectations: See Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook
Cell Phones: Turn cell phones off and place in assigned area in front of the classroom. You may have them on breaks and lunch. Sign in when you arrive in the AM, when you arrive back from lunch; if you must leave early sign out Covid Policies for Practical Nursing: According to the CDC and the Arkansas Department of Health, Covid-19 is constantly changing. In the event of an increase in Covid-19 cases and an order for school closure by the governor of Arkansas and/or President of East Arkansas Community College, the Nursing and Allied Health Departments may be required to adapt to online learning. The safety of our students and faculty is our main priority. For more information or to request assistance, refer to your departments specific Covid Policy, contact the Covid-19 task force at [email protected], or visit the link on the college website for latest Covid-19 information: https://www.eacc.edu/plugins/show_ image.php?id=3166.
Online Etiquette Policy
What You Need to Do Prior to Class
1. Appropriate technology to support the session • Ensure that you have a reliable, high speed internet connection • Test your audio and video settings • Familiarize yourself with the classroom controls, like “raise your hand” and the chat function.
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2. Quiet, private workspace • Preferably in a room by yourself. • Avoid having anyone come on camera if possible. • Coordinate your personal responsibilities to eliminate interruptions or distractions while in class • Shut the door and place a sign on the door saying you are in class. Ask people not to enter or knock on the door. 3. Look at your background. • Remove unmentionables • Rid the space of any clutter or distractions. 4. Be mindful of your background lighting. • If you are sitting with your back to a window, you may be silhouetted by the light coming through. • You also want to make sure you are not positioned in front of a window as this can cause you to appear like a shadow. Keep your background simple. • Double check the lighting when you launch the meeting and the video has started. Make sure more light is on your face than coming from behind you. You might also need to adjust where you are sitting so the light is not right above your head and within the camera frame. • Your overhead light might also need to be adjusted for the best image quality 5. Check your camera framing. • Be aware of your distance from the camera (not too close, not too far). • You want to try and have the camera at eye level—we must be able to see your face and surroundings No smoking, vaping, or drinking alcohol while in the “zoom” classroom.
Live Class Etiquette
1. Sign into the session early and make sure your set up is functioning appropriately. • You must use your full, real name on the screen. • Log into the session at least 10 minutes before the class starts 2. Dress appropriately. • You must wear the College uniform top while class is in session. • You must be dressed. • You may not be in or on the bed. The bedroom is okay, but you may not be in bed only on the bed. The bed must be made. 3. Keep microphone muted. • Only unmute when speaking. • In smaller, more collaborative meetings, you may be directed to leave the microphone unmuted. 4. KEEP CAMERA ON. THIS IS MANDATORY 5. If you would like to speak or answer a question, use the “Raise Hand” feature. Then unmute yourself after you are called on by your professor. 6. When addressing the class, you are expected to maintain a professional tone. 7. No food, gum, or smoking is allowed during class. • You may have a drink with you during class. However, it cannot be alcoholic.
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8. 10 minutes of break will be provided for every 50 minutes of instruction. If the session is more than 4 hours, there will be an additional 30-minute meal break. 9. The use of personal communication devices for any reason unless specifically directed to do so by the faculty is prohibited. If your cell phone is not acceptable in class it is not acceptable while you are in zoom class 10. There is to be no “side bar” chatting through digital means outside of class activities. Facebook, twitter, etc. 11. If you would like to use the chat function, remember that it is public, and a record of the chat is kept and archived. 12. Remember to sign out or “leave the meeting” when the session is finished.
Privacy Statements
Due to and out of respect for students and faculty that might disclose personal or private information during class the faculty has the right not to record live zoom lectures. Voice over PowerPoint may be made available only to students enrolled in the class, to assist those who cannot attend the live session or to serve as a resource for those who would like to review presented content.
Each student and faculty member have completed the online Mandatory Reporter class. There is an obligation to report certain issues relating to the health and safety of students observed during a session. We must report to the appropriate officials any allegation of discrimination or harassment. Sexual misconduct, which includes sexual harassment, non-consensual sexual contact, non-consensual sexual intercourse, and sexual exploitation, is considered a form of discrimination. In addition to reporting all discrimination and harassment claims, we must report any suspected domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, and/or credible threats of harm to yourself or others
ILLNESS ABSENCE POLICIES:
Illness Policy
Purpose: To ensure student attendance in course lecture, clinical and lab is sufficient for students to meet the objectives of each course.
Procedure:
1. Students are expected to be on time and attend all classes, labs, and clinical experiences. This includes zoom live lectures. See your department Attendance Policy. 2. Class labs, simulation, and clinical is imperative to the student’s education and therefore is mandatory to attend. The department’s policy for attendance to lab, simulation, and clinical will be strictly enforced. If the students is unable to attend lab, simulation, and/or clinical during a
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semester the student will be asked to consider taking a W or I in the class. If the student decides not to take a W or I in the class, the student must be aware that the student will not be successful in the program without meeting mandatory class lab, simulation, and/or clinical requirements.
3. Students may not attend class, including theory, lab, and clinical while acutely ill. Examples of acute illness include but are not limited to; vomiting, diarrhea, green or yellow drainage from the eye(s), a cough that disrupts normal activity, or a temperature per the COVID guide guidelines.
4. Students must report their absence in theory, lab, or clinical to the course coordinator and instructor of the session being missed through e-mail, phone, or other method directed by the faculty.
5. Students may not return to class until they have met the guidelines listed in the EACC Covid guide
6. Students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to clinical without restriction.
7. In the event of prolonged or repeated absences due to illness, the Nursing Education department may require a provider note to return to class.
8. After overnight hospitalization, surgery, or childbirth, students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to the program activities without restriction.
Self-Screening:
EACC Practical Nursing students are required to conduct a daily self-screening to assess themselves for symptoms of, or exposure to, COVID-19. Each day students are expected to take their temperature as they enter the classroom. This temperature is placed on the Covid form at the front of the classroom. The form is filed in the student’s individual folder each day. If their temperature exceeds 100 degrees, the student may not come to campus. Daily self-screening is required to keep all students and faculty safe.
Self-Screening Questions: Each day the student must review the following questions and may not come to campus if the answer to any question is yes: 1. Within the last 14 days, have you had close contact with or cared for someone who is suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19? (A generalized definition of close contact is within 6 feet of a positive case for more than 15 minutes. However, close contact is situational, and contact tracers may take other factors into consideration when providing quarantine or isolation instructions.) 2. Have you been diagnosed with or do you believe yourself to have COVID-19?
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3. Do you currently have a fever greater than 100° F, or have you experienced a fever within the last 48 hours? 4. Have you felt unwell within the last 48 hours with symptoms of COVID-19 (fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea)? Signage has been placed around campus reminding employees, students, and visitors of the screening
On the temperature form, students must mark yes or no to the fact they have reviewed these questions daily and do not have any yes answers.
These Covid-19 policies should answer these 3 questions for you:
To ensure that students know what is available to them in a health or childcare crisis or emergency, each syllabus must provide the following information in detail for each course: • Alternate methods of attendance for quarantined or ill students, or students who have childcare disruptions due to COVID-19. • Alternate methods of instructional delivery in the case of a quarantined or ill faculty member. • Course procedures and alternate methods of instruction in the event of a campus shut down.
Revised 9/2020
EACC College Policies
Academic Policies: Refer to the current EACC handbook pgs. 40-44 Attendance Policy: Refer to the EACC handbook-pay attention to the 11th day of classes log on requirement and the nursing requirements in the student handbook. Dropping a Course: Refer to EACC handbook pg. 40. consult with the instructor and advisor prior to dropping a course. The needed form information can be found here. Withdrawing from the college: Refer to the EACC handbook page 40-44
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Classroom rules of conduct: Refer to the EACC student handbook "Student Policies and Procedures" and the Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook
Academic Integrity: (EACC handbook and Student Handbook) East Arkansas Community College depends upon and supports the honesty and academic integrity of its students, faculty, and staff. EACC is committed to maintaining and enforcing the highest standards of academic principles. Dishonesty and other inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated. Disciplinary procedures, sanctions, and the appeals process for alleged academic misconduct is outlined in the EACC Student Handbook. The following misconduct is or may be subject to disciplinary action: all forms of student academic dishonesty, including cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, and plagiarism. Cheating means intentionally, recklessly, or negligently using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in academic exercise, activity, or project or any description, or assisting another student is an extremely serious violation of academic integrity.
Disability Accommodations: Refer to the EACC Student handbook pg. 159 It is the policy of East Arkansas Community College — PN Program to accommodate students with disabilities pursuant to federal and state law. Any students with a disability who needs accommodation, for example, in seating, placement, or in arrangements for examinations, should inform the instructor at the beginning of the course. The chair of the department offering the course is also available to assist with accommodations Disclaimer: The faculty reserves the right to alter the course syllabus and day-by-day as circumstances dictate. Any changes will be announced in class, or sent out per Remind app. Any student not attending class is responsible for obtaining this information.
EACC Mission Statement: We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community.
EACC Vision Statement: Through our services as an academic and economic leader, we will empower students and our community to succeed through business and industry partnerships, cultural enrichment, and educational programming.
Revised 8/2019
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Course number and Name: PN 1207 Basic Fundamentals (7-0-7)
ACTS Course number: NONE
Prerequisites: PN 1104
Corequisites: None
Course Description: PN 1207 (7-0-7) Basic Fundamentals introduces the student to many fundamental nursing concepts. These concepts provide the foundation for the students' nursing career. These concepts are utilized by the nurse in all clinical situations. The course begins with legal and ethical issues that surround nursing care. The course introduces the student to skills check offs with several basic skills including calculation of medication dosages and administration, cleanliness and environmental control. The clinical component of this course is completed in the skills lab. Simulation model is utilized.
Course Objectives: Theory Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course the students will be able to: 1. Discuss cultural and spiritual aspects of patient care. (GC 3) 2. Begin to utilize therapeutic communication techniques. (GC1) 3. Document both electronically and on paper. (GC 4) 4. Understand principles of growth and development. (GC2) 5. Implement infection prevention and control mechanisms. (GC 4) 6. Discuss the importance of environmental safety. (GC 4) 7. Differentiate methods of medication administration (GC 4,7)
Clinical Objectives: At the completion of the clinical component of Basic Fundamentals the student will be able to perform the following skills: (GC 4) Simulation model used for check off. 1. Handwashing 2. Sterile field 3. Opening sterile packs 4. Adding to the sterile field. Pouring sterile liquids. 5. Bed baths, mouth care, perineal care, denture care, shaving the patient, bed shampoo. 6. Open, closed, occupied, surgical beds, restraint use. 7. Medication administration.
All skills must be successfully completed by the end of that week to advance in the program. With skills check offs, instructors use "three strikes you're out" approach. The student can make three mistakes while performing the skill before told he/she did not pass the skill. If the student realizes the mistake, it does not count against them.
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Textbooks: deWit, Susan C. and Patricia O'Neill. Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing. 5th Edition. St. Louis: Elsevier Sanders, 2018.
deWit, Susan C. and Patricia O'Neill. Study Guide for Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing. 5th Edition. St. Louis: Elsevier Sanders. 2018.
Vallerand, April and Cynthia Samoski. Davis Drug Guide for Nurses. 5th Edition. FA Davis Company, 2013.
Other Required Materials: Course notes with appropriate handouts, Nursing bag with contents for skills check off (EACC bookstore)
Additional suggested material: NONE
Instructor Information:
Instructor’s: Debbie Hill, Lynette Campbell, Twila Miller-part time clinical instructor
Office Location: Office pod 6
Office Phone Number: Hill 633-4480 ext. 452 Campbell 870-633-4480 ext 454,870-318- 0760; Miller 870-318-6800 Email Address: [email protected] [email protected]
Office Hours: Posted on doors
Preferred method of contact: Remind, Blackboard email, text
Instructional Methods: Power point with course notes; all power points have audio and are posted on Black Board.
Guest Lecture (Physical Therapy) Demonstration of Skills; all skills have been videotaped and are on Black Board for
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Student viewing Lab Practice — Supervised Concept Maps Gaming
Evaluating/Grading: Theory Evaluation: Written tests will be given as follows:
Test 1: Unit 1: TBAN 5 & 13, Delegation
Test 2: Unit 2: Chapters 14, 32
Test 3: Unit 3: Chapters 7, 8, 9 (1 test)
Test 4: Unit 4: Chapters 11 & 12 (Separate tests)
Test 5: Unit 5: Chapters 16, 17 (Separate tests)
Test 6: Unit 6: Chapters 18, 19, 20 (Separate tests)
Test 7: Unit 7: Math Conversions, Chapter 34, Chapter 35 (Separate tests)
Chapter 35: Administering all forms medication (skills check off) Test 8: FINAL Comprehensive
• The combination of the chapter test count as 75% of your final grade. The final counts as 25% of your final grade. There is NO drop grade for this course. Students must have a 76% in theory to continue in the program. Homework grades, pop tests, and other grades are given at the instructor's discretion.
Clinical Evaluation: Rationale tests on the skills are given each Wednesday afternoon. These tests are taken from the rationale pages for each skill in the text. These tests are fill in the blank. Failing 3 rationale tests results in dismissal from the program. Test grades are clinical grades. (see day-by-day for specific skills by week) Drug Cards: Drug cards are to be completed weekly. The students are given a pharmacology packet for the students to work on during check offs which contain the required cards for the week. The drug cards are due the following Wednesday afternoon before rationale tests. If your drug cards are not all complete by the assigned date, you will NOT be able to register for Spring Semester because you will be deemed unsafe to practice.
Clinical: The clinical component of Basic Nursing is completed in the Nursing Skills Lab. Students begin checking off on basic skills. Skills are pass/fail. A simulation model is used for check offs. A numeric grade is given for charting that accompanies the skill. Charting grades are taken for skills 19/20 and medication administration. Both theory/clinical must be passed with a 76% before the grades are average.
• Equipment needed for skills check off: Watch with second hand. Nursing bag and contents.
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Grading Scale: Theory & Clinical
93-100% A Excellent
85-92% B Above Average
76-84% C Average
65-75% D Conditional
0-64% F Failing
W Withdrew Course Content/Outline: See day-by-day for specific dates.
Content: Unit 1: Legal Aspects of Nursing/Delegation
Unit 2: Ch 14 & 32. Cultural & Spiritual Aspects of Patient Care, Complementary & Alternative Therapies.
Unit 3: Ch 8: Communication and the Nurse — Patient Relationship-Nursing Home to practice this skill.
Ch 7: Documentation of Nursing Care.
Ch 9: Patient Teaching
Unit 4: Chapters 11 & 12: Growth & Development
Unit 5: Chapters 16 & 17: Infection Prevention and Control (Skills check off)
Unit 6: Chapters 18: Lifting, Moving, and Positioning Patients. (Skills completed at Fenter PT)
Chapter 19: Assisting with Hygiene, Personal Care, Skin Care (Skills check off) Chapter 20: Patient
environment
Unit 7: Computing Medication Dosages (Skills check off)
Chapter 34 and 35: Administering all forms of medications (skills check off)
General Behavioral Expectations: See Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook Cell Phones: Turn cell phones off and place in basket in front of the classroom. You may have them on breaks and lunch. Sign in when you arrive in the AM, when you arrive back from lunch; if you must leave early sign out
Covid Policies for Practical Nursing: According to the CDC and the Arkansas Department of Health, Covid-19 is constantly changing. In the event of an increase in Covid-19 cases and an order for school closure by the governor of Arkansas and/or President of East Arkansas Community College, the Nursing and Allied Health
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Departments may be required to adapt to online learning. The safety of our students and faculty is our main priority. For more information or to request assistance, refer to your departments specific Covid Policy, contact the Covid-19 task force at [email protected], or visit the link on the college website for latest Covid-19 information: https://www.eacc.edu/plugins/show_ image.php?id=3166.
Online Etiquette Policy
What You Need to Do Prior to Class
1. Appropriate technology to support the session • Ensure that you have a reliable, high speed internet connection • Test your audio and video settings • Familiarize yourself with the classroom controls, like “raise your hand” and the chat function. 2. Quiet, private workspace • Preferably in a room by yourself. • Avoid having anyone come on camera if possible. • Coordinate your personal responsibilities to eliminate interruptions or distractions while in class • Shut the door and place a sign on the door saying you are in class. Ask people not to enter or knock on the door. 3. Look at your background. • Remove unmentionables • Rid the space of any clutter or distractions. 4.Be mindful of your background lighting. • If you are sitting with your back to a window, you may be silhouetted by the light coming through. • You also want to make sure you are not positioned in front of a window as this can cause you to appear like a shadow. Keep your background simple. • Double check the lighting when you launch the meeting and the video has started. Make sure lighter is on your face than coming from behind you. You might also need to adjust where you are sitting so the light is not right above your head and within the camera frame. • Your overhead light might also need to be adjusted for the best image quality 5. Check your camera framing. • Be aware of your distance from the camera (not too close, not too far). • You want to try and have the camera at eye level—we must be able to see your face and surroundings
Live Class Etiquette
1.Sign into the session early and make sure your set up is functioning appropriately. • You must use your full, real name on the screen. • Log into the session at least 10 minutes before the class starts 2. Dress appropriately.
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• You must wear the College uniform top while class is in session. • You must be dressed. • You may not be in or on the bed. The bedroom is okay, but you may not be in bed only on the bed. The bed must be made. 3.Keep microphone muted. • Only unmute when speaking. • In smaller, more collaborative meetings, you may be directed to leave the microphone unmuted. 4.KEEP CAMERA ON. THIS IS MANDATORY 5. If you would like to speak or answer a question, use the “Raise Hand” feature. Then unmute yourself after you are called on by your professor. 6. When addressing the class, you are expected to maintain a professional tone. 7. No food, gum, or smoking is allowed during class. • You may have a drink with you during class. However; it cannot be alcoholic. 8. 10 minutes of break will be provided for every 50 minutes of instruction. If the session is more than 4 hours, there will be an additional 30-minute meal break. 9. The use of personal communication devices for any reason unless specifically directed to do so by the faculty is prohibited. If your cell phone is not acceptable in class it is not acceptable while you are in zoom class 10. There is to be no “side bar” chatting through digital means outside of class activities. Facebook, twitter, etc. 11. If you would like to use the chat function, remember that it is public, and a record of the chat is kept and archived. 12. Remember to sign out or “leave the meeting” when the session is finished.
Privacy Statements
Due to and out of respect for students and faculty that might disclose personal or private information during class the faculty has the right not to record live zoom lectures. Voice over PowerPoint may be made available only to students enrolled in the class, to assist those who cannot attend the live session or to serve as a resource for those who would like to review presented content.
Each student and faculty member have completed the online Mandatory Reporter class. There is an obligation to report certain issues relating to the health and safety of students observed during a session. We must report to the appropriate officials any allegation of discrimination or harassment. Sexual misconduct, which includes sexual harassment, non-consensual sexual contact, non-consensual sexual intercourse, and sexual exploitation, is considered a form of discrimination. In addition to reporting all discrimination and harassment claims, we must report any suspected domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, and/or credible threats of harm to yourself or others
ILLNESS ABSENCE POLICIES:
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Illness Policy
Purpose: To ensure student attendance in course lecture, clinical and lab is sufficient for students to meet the objectives of each course.
Procedure:
1. Students are expected to be on time and attend all classes, labs, and clinical experiences. This includes zoom live lectures. See your department Attendance Policy. 2. Class labs, simulation, and clinical is imperative to the student’s education and therefore is mandatory to attend. The department’s policy for attendance to lab, simulation, and clinical will be strictly enforced. If the students are unable to attend lab, simulation, and/or clinical during a semester the student will be asked to consider taking a W or I in the class. If the student decides not to take a W or I in the class, the student must be aware that the student will not be successful in the program without meeting mandatory class lab, simulation, and/or clinical requirements.
3.Students may not attend class, including theory, lab, and clinical while acutely ill. Examples of acute illness include but are not limited to; vomiting, diarrhea, green or yellow drainage from the eye(s), a cough that disrupts normal activity, or a temperature per the COVID guide guidelines.
4. Students must report their absence in theory, lab, or clinical to the course coordinator and instructor of the session being missed through e-mail, phone, or other method directed by the faculty.
5.Students may not return to class until they have met the guidelines listed in the EACC Covid guide
6.Students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to clinical without restriction.
7.In the event of prolonged or repeated absences due to illness, the Nursing Education department may require a provider note to return to class.
8.After overnight hospitalization, surgery, or childbirth, students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to the program activities without restriction.
Self-Screening: EACC Practical Nursing students are required to conduct a daily self-screening to assess themselves for symptoms of, or exposure to, COVID-19. Each day students are expected to take their temperature as they enter the classroom. This temperature is placed on the Covid form at the front of the classroom. The form is filed in the student’s individual folder each day. If their temperature exceeds 100 degrees, the student may not come to campus. Daily self-screening is required to keep all students and faculty safe.
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Self-Screening Questions: Each day the student must review the following questions and may not come to campus if the answer to any question is yes: 1. Within the last 14 days, have you had close contact with or cared for someone who is suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19? (A generalized definition of close contact is within 6 feet of a positive case for more than 15 minutes. However, close contact is situational, and contact tracers may take other factors into consideration when providing quarantine or isolation instructions.) 2. Have you been diagnosed with or do you believe yourself to have COVID-19? 3. Do you currently have a fever greater than 100° F, or have you experienced a fever within the last 48 hours? 4. Have you felt unwell within the last 48 hours with symptoms of COVID-19 (fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea)? Signage has been placed around campus reminding employees, students, and visitors of the screening
On the temperature form, students must mark yes or no to the fact they have reviewed these questions daily and do not have any yes answers.
These Covid-19 policies should answer these 3 questions for you:
To ensure that students know what is available to them in a health or childcare crisis or emergency, each syllabus must provide the following information in detail for each course: • Alternate methods of attendance for quarantined or ill students, or students who have childcare disruptions due to COVID-19. • Alternate methods of instructional delivery in the case of a quarantined or ill faculty member. • Course procedures and alternate methods of instruction in the event of a campus shut down.
Developed 9/2020 EACC College Policies
Academic Policies: Refer to the current EACC handbook pgs. 40-44 Attendance Policy: Refer to the EACC handbook-pay attention to the 11th day of classes log on requirement and the nursing requirements in the student handbook.
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Dropping a Course: Refer to EACC handbook pg. 40. consult with the instructor and advisor prior to dropping a course. The needed form information can be found here. Withdrawing from the college: Refer to the EACC handbook page 40-44 Classroom rules of conduct: Refer to the EACC student handbook "Student Policies and Procedures" and the Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook
Academic Integrity: (EACC handbook and Student Handbook) East Arkansas Community College depends upon and supports the honesty and academic integrity of its students, faculty, and staff. EACC is committed to maintaining and enforcing the highest standards of academic principles. Dishonesty and other inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated. Disciplinary procedures, sanctions, and the appeals process for alleged academic misconduct is outlined in the EACC Student Handbook. The following misconduct is or may be subject to disciplinary action: all forms of student academic dishonesty, including cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, and plagiarism. Cheating means intentionally, recklessly, or negligently using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in academic exercise, activity, or project or any description, or assisting another student is an extremely serious violation of academic integrity.
Disability Accommodations: Refer to the EACC Student handbook pg. 159 It is the policy of East Arkansas Community College — PN Program to accommodate students with disabilities pursuant to federal and state law. Any students with a disability who needs accommodation, for example, in seating, placement, or in arrangements for examinations, should inform the instructor at the beginning of the course. The chair of the department offering the course is also available to assist with accommodations Disclaimer: The faculty reserves the right to alter the course syllabus and day-by-day as circumstances dictate. Any changes will be announced in class, or sent out per Remind app.. Any student not attending class is responsible for obtaining this information.
EACC Mission Statement: We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community.
EACC Vision Statement: Through our services as an academic and economic leader, we will empower students and our community to succeed through business and industry partnerships, cultural enrichment, and educational programming. Revised 8/2019
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Course number and Name: PN 1217 A and B Nursing I (7-3- 10) ACTS Course Number: NONE Prerequisites: PN 1207
Corequisites: PN 1210 for scheduling reasons it is split into Nursing 1A PN 1207 and Nursing I B PN 1213
Course Description: PN 1210 (7-3-10) Nursing l. This course builds on the skills learned in PN 1207 Basic Fundamentals. The skills increase in complexity. Students learn the theory behind these more complex skills. Students learn to chart each skill as it is taught. The course also includes basic principles in the care of elder clients. The clinical component of this course is completed in the nursing home, and the lab. Simulation model is utilized.
Course Objectives:
Theory Objectives: Upon completion of this course the students will be able to:
1. Differentiate physical, sensory, and psychological changes in older adults and their implications for nursing care. (GC 2)
2. Differentiate basic lab test used in care of the adult patient. (GC 2)
3. Safely complete basic nursing skills that correlate with the theory being taught. (See lab policy regarding check offs.) (GC 4)
4. Identify the theory content that is utilized to safely care for patients with respiratory, dietary, and elimination needs. (GC 4)
5. Differentiate nursing care for patients needing wound care. (GC 4)
Clinical Objectives: At the completion of Nursing I clinical rotation the student will be able to:
1. With assistance, gather data on the elderly resident that can be used to complete an evaluation of the body systems from head to toe and complete a health history and part of an MDS form. (GC 2)
2. Using knowledge learned in theory; safely perform basic nursing skills for the elderly resident. The instructor will sign the procedure card when safely performed. The instructor must be present for all skills completed! (GC 4)
3. With assistance properly document nursing care given to the elderly resident using correct terminology and spelling. Documentation will be on notebook paper only. (GC 4)
4. Review the resident's MAR and discuss medications common to the elderly resident. Including their classification, action, dosage, side effects, and nursing interventions. Refer to your Quick Medication Guide. (GC 2)
5. After looking at the resident's chart, discuss a chronic disease your elderly resident has. (GC 6)
6. Begin to use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the elderly resident and his/her family. (GC 1)
7. Begin to use therapeutic communication skills to interact with other members of the health care team. (GC 1)
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8. Begin to use the Nursing Process to assist the care plan coordinator in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care given to their elderly patients. (GC 2)
9. Discuss cultural differences that affect the care of the elderly resident. (GC 3)
10. Develop a one-page teaching tool for the elderly resident that is based on an identified learning need. (See teaching project requirements to follow.) This must be taught to the resident. (GC 7)
11. Recognize the LPNs role in working with the elderly resident based on the Nurse Practice Act. (GC 5)
12. Discuss procedures that are delegated by the LPNs working with the elderly residents. (GC 9)
13. Begin to recognize the LPNs role within the health care team in long term care settings (GC 5)
14. Begin to recognize community resources that can be utilized to meet the needs of the elderly in long term care settings. (GC 8)
14. Completion of simulation lab for skills. (GC 4)
Textbooks: deWit, Susan C. and Patricia O'Neill. Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing. 5th Edition. St. Louis: Elsevier Saunders, 2018.
deWit, Susan C. and Patricia O'Neill. Study Guide for Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing. 5th Edition. St. Louis: Elsevier Saunders, 2018.
Fremgen, Bonnie F. and Suzanne S. Feucht. Medical Terminology: A Living Language. 5th Edition. Upper Saddle River: Pearson Education, Inc., 2016.
Vallerand, April and Cynthia Samoski. Davis Drug Guide for Nurses. 15th Edition. FA Davis Company, 2013.
Other required materials: Course notes with appropriate handouts Continue using nurse bag with contents for skills check off
Additional suggested materials: NONE
Instructor Information: Instructor/s: Debbie Hill, Lynette Campbell, Twila Miller-part time instructor
Office Location: Office pod 6
Office Phone Number: Hill 870-633-4480 ex 452; 870-945-0673; Campbell 633-4480 ext.454, 870-318-0760; Mrs. Miller 870-318-6800
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Email Address: [email protected], [email protected]
Office Hours: Posted on doors
Preferred method of contact: Remind, Black Board e-mail,text
Instructional Methods: PowerPoint with appropriate handouts. All lectures have power point with audio posted on Black Board. Demonstration of skills/lab practice — supervised. All skills have been videotaped by the instructors for frequent viewing by the student as needed. Supervised lab practice Gaming
Evaluation/Grading: Theory Evaluation: Written tests will be given as follows: Test 1: Unit 1: Chapter 21 Test 2: Unit 3: Chapter 26 Test 3: Unit 4: Chapter 27 Test 4: Unit 5: Chapter 29 Test 5: Unit 2: Chapters 40, 41 Test 6: Unit 6: Chapter 28 Test Test7: Unit 7: Chapter 30 Test 8: Unit 8: Chapter 28 Test 9: Theory Lab Final (Clinical Grade) Test 10: Unit 9: BSF Chapter 2 Test 11: IV Workshop 25/36 (Clinical Grade) Test 12: Final; Comprehensive Final (all theory chapters + BSF Ch. 2)
• The combination of the chapter tests counts as 75% of your final grade. The final counts as 25% of your final grade. There is NO drop grade for this course. Students must have a 76% in theory to continue in the program. • Homework grades, pop tests, and other grades are given at the instructor's discretion.
Clinical This grade is composed of rationale tests given on Wednesdays for all skills checked off each week, performance evaluations, and assisted living objectives. The rationale tests must be passed (76%) to progress to the lab for check off. Failing 3 rationale tests result in dismissal. Skills must be successfully passed each week to progress. Skills are pass/fail. A numeric number grade is given for charting that accompanies the skill. Charting grades are taken for skills 27, 28, 29, 30, 38. All grades are averaged for one clinical grade. The IV workshop test on chapters 25/36 must be passed both theory and clinical to progress to spring semester. Nursing home clinical evaluations are also part of the clinical grade.
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Grading Scale: Theory & Clinical
93-100% A Excellent 85-92% B Above Average 76-84% C Average 65-75% D Conditional 0-64% F Failing W Withdrew Content: See day-by-day in handbook
Content: Unit 1: Chapter 21: "Measuring Vital Signs
Unit 2 Chapter 40: “Common Physical Care Problems of the Older Adult” Chapter 41: “Common Psychological Care Problems” Unit 3: Chapter 26: “Concepts of Basic Nutrition and Cultural Considerations”
Unit 4: Chapter 27: “Nutritional Therapy and Assisted Feeding” Unit 5: Chapter 29: “Promoting Urinary Elimination” Unit 6: Chapter 28: “Assisting with Respiration and Oxygen Delivery” Unit 7: Chapter 30: “Promoting Bowel Elimination” Unit 8: Chapter 38: “Providing Wound Care and Treating Pressure Ulcers” Unit 9: Chapter 2 (Body Structure & Function): "Body Organization" Unit 10: IV Workshop-Must be successfully completed for progression.
General Behavioral Expectations: See Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook Cell Phones: Turn cell phones off and place in basket in front of the classroom. You may have them on breaks and lunch. Sign in when you arrive in the AM, when you arrive back from lunch; if you must leave early sign out
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Covid Policies for Practical Nursing According to the CDC and the Arkansas Department of Health, Covid-19 is constantly changing. In the event of an increase in Covid-19 cases and an order for school closure by the governor of Arkansas and/or President of East Arkansas Community College, the Nursing and Allied Health Departments may be required to adapt to online learning. The safety of our students and faculty is our main priority. For more information or to request assistance, refer to your departments specific Covid Policy, contact the Covid-19 task force at [email protected], or visit the link on the college website for latest Covid-19 information: https://www.eacc.edu/plugins/show_ image.php?id=3166.
Online Etiquette Policy
What You Need to Do Prior to Class
1. Appropriate technology to support the session • Ensure that you have a reliable, high speed internet connection • Test your audio and video settings • Familiarize yourself with the classroom controls, like “raise your hand” and the chat function. 2. Quiet, private workspace • Preferably in a room by yourself. • Avoid having anyone come on camera if possible. • Coordinate your personal responsibilities to eliminate interruptions or distractions while in class • Shut the door and place a sign on the door saying you are in class. Ask people not to enter or knock on the door.
3. Look at your background. • Remove unmentionables • Rid the space of any clutter or distractions. 4. Be mindful of your background lighting. • If you are sitting with your back to a window, you may be silhouetted by the light coming through. • You also want to make sure you are not positioned in front of a window as this can cause you to appear like a shadow. Keep your background simple. • Double check the lighting when you launch the meeting and the video has started. Make sure lighter is on your face than coming from behind you. You might also need to adjust where you are sitting so the light is not right above your head and within the camera frame. • Your overhead light might also need to be adjusted for the best image quality 5. Check your camera framing. • Be aware of your distance from the camera (not too close, not too far). • You want to try and have the camera at eye level—we must be able to see your face and surroundings
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Live Class Etiquette
1. Sign into the session early and make sure your set up is functioning appropriately. • You must use your full, real name on the screen. • Log into the session at least 10 minutes before the class starts 2. Dress appropriately. • You must wear the College uniform top while class is in session. • You must be dressed. • You may not be in or on the bed. The bedroom is okay, but you may not be in bed only on the bed. The bed must be made. 3. Keep microphone muted. • Only unmute when speaking. • In smaller, more collaborative meetings, you may be directed to leave the microphone unmuted. 4. KEEP CAMERA ON. THIS IS MANDATORY 5. If you would like to speak or answer a question, use the “Raise Hand” feature. Then unmute yourself after you are called on by your professor. 6. When addressing the class, you are expected to maintain a professional tone. 7. No food, gum, or smoking is allowed during class. • You may have a drink with you during class. However; it cannot be alcoholic. 8. 10 minutes of break will be provided for every 50 minutes of instruction. If the session is more than 4 hours, there will be an additional 30-minute meal break. 9. The use of personal communication devices for any reason unless specifically directed to do so by the faculty is prohibited. If your cell phone is not acceptable in class it is not acceptable while you are in zoom class 10. There is to be no “side bar” chatting through digital means outside of class activities. Facebook, twitter, etc. 11. If you would like to use the chat function, remember that it is public, and a record of the chat is kept and archived. 12. Remember to sign out or “leave the meeting” when the session is finished.
Privacy Statements
Due to and out of respect for students and faculty that might disclose personal or private information during class the faculty has the right not to record live zoom lectures. Voice over PowerPoint may be made available only to students enrolled in the class, to assist those who cannot attend the live session or to serve as a resource for those who would like to review presented content.
Each student and faculty member have completed the online Mandatory Reporter class. There is an obligation to report certain issues relating to the health and safety of students observed during a session. We must report to the appropriate officials any allegation of discrimination or harassment. Sexual misconduct, which includes sexual harassment, non-consensual sexual contact, non-consensual sexual intercourse, and sexual exploitation, is considered a form of discrimination. In addition to reporting all discrimination and harassment claims, we must report any suspected domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, and/or credible threats of harm to yourself or others
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ILLNESS ABSENCE POLICIES:
Illness Policy
Purpose: To ensure student attendance in course lecture, clinical and lab is sufficient for students to meet the objectives of each course.
Procedure:
1. Students are expected to be on time and attend all classes, labs, and clinical experiences. This includes zoom live lectures. See your department Attendance Policy. 2. Class labs, simulation, and clinical is imperative to the student’s education and therefore mandatory to attend. The department’s policy for attendance to lab, simulation, and clinical will be strictly enforced. If the students are unable to attend lab, simulation, and/or clinical during a semester the student will be asked to consider taking a W or I in the class. If the student decides not to take a W or I in the class, the student must be aware that the student will not be successful in the program without meeting mandatory class lab, simulation, and/or clinical requirements.
3. Students may not attend class, including theory, lab, and clinical while acutely ill. Examples of acute illness include but are not limited to; vomiting, diarrhea, green or yellow drainage from the eye(s), a cough that disrupts normal activity, or a temperature per the COVID guide guidelines.
4. Students must report their absence in theory, lab, or clinical to the course coordinator and instructor of the session being missed through e-mail, phone, or other method directed by the faculty.
5. Students may not return to class until they have met the guidelines listed in the EACC Covid guide
6. Students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to clinical without restriction.
7. In the event of prolonged or repeated absences due to illness, the Nursing Education department may require a provider note to return to class.
8. After overnight hospitalization, surgery, or childbirth, students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to the program activities without restriction.
Self-Screening:
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EACC Practical Nursing students are required to conduct a daily self-screening to assess themselves for symptoms of, or exposure to, COVID-19. Each day students are expected to take their temperature as they enter the classroom. This temperature is placed on the Covid form at the front of the classroom. The form is filed in the student’s individual folder each day. If their temperature exceeds 100 degrees, the student may not come to campus. Daily self-screening is required to keep all students and faculty safe.
Self-Screening Questions: Each day the student must review the following questions and may not come to campus if the answer to any question is yes: 1. Within the last 14 days, have you had close contact with or cared for someone who is suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19? (A generalized definition of close contact is within 6 feet of a positive case for more than 15 minutes. However, close contact is situational, and contact tracers may take other factors into consideration when providing quarantine or isolation instructions.) 2. Have you been diagnosed with or do you believe yourself to have COVID-19? 3. Do you currently have a fever greater than 100° F, or have you experienced a fever within the last 48 hours? 4. Have you felt unwell within the last 48 hours with symptoms of COVID-19 (fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea)? Signage has been placed around campus reminding employees, students, and visitors of the screening
On the temperature form, students must mark yes or no to the fact they have reviewed these questions daily and do not have any yes answers.
These Covid-19 policies should answer these 3 questions for you:
To ensure that students know what is available to them in a health or childcare crisis or emergency, each syllabus must provide the following information in detail for each course: • Alternate methods of attendance for quarantined or ill students, or students who have childcare disruptions due to COVID-19. • Alternate methods of instructional delivery in the case of a quarantined or ill faculty member. • Course procedures and alternate methods of instruction in the event of a campus shut down.
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EACC College Policies
Academic Policies: Refer to the current EACC handbook pgs. 40-44 Attendance Policy: Refer to the EACC handbook-pay attention to the 11th day of classes log on requirement and the nursing requirements in the student handbook. Dropping a Course: Refer to EACC handbook pg. 40. consult with the instructor and advisor prior to dropping a course. The needed form information can be found here. Withdrawing from the college: Refer to the EACC handbook page 40-44 Classroom rules of conduct: Refer to the EACC student handbook "Student Policies and Procedures" and the Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook
Academic Integrity: (EACC handbook and Student Handbook) East Arkansas Community College depends upon and supports the honesty and academic integrity of its students, faculty, and staff. EACC is committed to maintaining and enforcing the highest standards of academic principles. Dishonesty and other inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated. Disciplinary procedures, sanctions, and the appeals process for alleged academic misconduct is outlined in the EACC Student Handbook. The following misconduct is or may be subject to disciplinary action: all forms of student academic dishonesty, including cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, and plagiarism. Cheating means intentionally, recklessly, or negligently using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in academic exercise, activity, or project or any description, or assisting another student is an extremely serious violation of academic integrity.
Disability Accommodations: Refer to the EACC Student handbook pg 159 It is the policy of East Arkansas Community College — PN Program to accommodate students with disabilities pursuant to federal and state law. Any students with a disability who needs accommodation, for example, in seating, placement, or in arrangements for examinations, should inform the instructor at the beginning of the course. The chair of the department offering the course is also available to assist with accommodations Disclaimer: The faculty reserves the right to alter the course syllabus and day-by-day as circumstances dictate. Any changes will be announced in class, or sent out per Remind app.. Any student not attending class is responsible for obtaining this information.
EACC Mission Statement: We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community.
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EACC Vision Statement: Through our services as an academic and economic leader, we will empower students and our community to succeed through business and industry partnerships, cultural enrichment, and educational programming. Revised 8/2019
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Course number and Name: PN 1323 Nursing Il (3-0-3) ACTS course number: NONE Prerequisites: IV certification, PN 1213 and PN 1217 Corequisites: None Course Description: PN 1323 (3-0-3) Nursing Il is an introduction to patients in an acute care setting. Students learn emergency care, pain control, care of cancer patients, and care of surgical patients. This course incorporates the anatomy of the system being covered. Pharmacology and nutritional concepts are also incorporated. This course has a clinical component in acute care. Simulations are also utilized.
Course Objectives: Theory Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Utilize the Nursing Process to plan nursing care of the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post- operative patient. (GC 2) 2. Review the appropriate nursing actions needed in emergency care and disaster preparedness. (GC 4,8) 3. Discuss basic care for the cancer patient and patient in pain. (GC 4) 4. Differentiate antibiotic medication classes and nursing implications for these classes. (GC 2)
Clinical Objectives: At the completion of this clinical rotation, the student will be able to: 1. With assistance gather data from the patient in order to complete the head to toe narrative entry on the computer for the medical/surgical patient. (GC 2) 2. Using knowledge learned in theory; safely perform basic nursing skills for the medical/surgical patient. (GC 4) 3. Follow one patient through the admission process for surgery in day surgery, go to surgery, and then observe recovery of that patient in the PACU unit. (GC 4) 4. Properly document nursing care given to the medical/surgical patient on the computer. (GC 1) 5. Discuss medications common to the medical/surgical patient, including their classification, action, dosage, side effects, and nursing interventions. Drug cards are required for medication administration. (GC 2) 6. Discuss common reoccurring diseases seen on a medical/surgical floor. (GC 4) 7. Begin to use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the medical/surgical patient and his/her family. (GC 1)
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8. Begin to use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the other members of the medical/surgical health care team. (GC 1) 9. Analyzes data gathered to use the Nursing Process to identify nursing diagnosis for the assigned patient. (GC 5) 10. Discuss beliefs or values that affect health care when working with medical/surgical patients from different cultural groups. (GC 3) 11. Implement teaching based on identified learning needs of the medical/surgical patient. (GC 7) 12. Recognize the LPNs role in working with the medical/surgical patient based on the Nurse Practice Act. (GC 5) 13. Observe procedures that are delegated by the LPN working with the medical/surgical patient. (GC 9) 14. Begins to recognize community resources that can be utilized to meet identified patient needs. (GC 8) 15. Completion of simulation as required.
Textbooks: Cooper, Kim, and Kelly Gosnell. Foundations and Adult Health Nursing. 8th Edition. Elsevier, 2019. Cooper, Kim, and Kelly Gosnell. Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Study Guide. 8th Edition. Elsevier, 2019. Other required material: Course notes with appropriate handouts, Simulation card
Additional suggested materials: NONE
Instructor Information: Instructor/s: Debbie Hill, Lynette Campbell, Twila Miller -part time clinical instructor Office Location: Office pod 6 Office Phone Numbers: Hill 633-4480 ext. 452, Campbell 633-4480 txt.454,870-318-0760; Miller 870-318-6800 Email Address: [email protected], [email protected] Office Hours: Posted on doors Preferred method of contact: Remind, Blackboard email, text
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Instructional Methods: Simulation lab Dissection in certain BSF parts of course Gaming PowerPoint Presentations with handouts; all power points have audio and are posted on Black Board Concept Maps
Evaluation/Grading: Theory Evaluation: Written tests will be given as follows: Test 1: Unit I Chapter 42 Test 2: Unit 2 Chapters 57,21 Test 3: Unit 3 Antibiotics Test 4: Unit 4 Chapter 16 Test 5: Final-Comprehensive The combination of the chapter tests counts as 75% of the final grade. The final counts as 25% of the final grade. There is NO drop grade for this course. Students must have a 76% in theory to continue in the program. Homework grades, pop tests, and other grades are given at the instructor's discretion.
Clinical Evaluation: The instructor will complete a written evaluation on each student with each rotation. The evaluation form is included in the clinical handbook. Simulation paperwork grades will count as clinical grades.
• A grade of 76% is required in the clinical component as well as the theory component of this course to continue in the program. Both grades are averaged together for the final course grade.
Equipment Needed: Stethoscope, B/P cuff, pen light, protective eyewear, proper uniform, and watch with second hand. Highlighter, blue/black ink pens, scissors. Nurse bag (purchased from school).
Drug Cards: For ALL hospital clinical rotations, students must write drug cards on the assigned patient's medications. Students must also have a completed concept map on the patient's diagnosis to give care for the day. These items are due, completed the first day of patient care. Students receive his/her patient assignment before the first day of patient care. If drug cards have not been
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Grading Scale:
93-100% A Excellent
85-92% B Above Average
76-84% C Average
65-75% D Conditional
0-64% F Failing
W Withdrew
Course Content/Outline: See day-by-day for specific dates.
Content: Unit 1: Chapter 42: "Care of the Surgical Patient" Unit 2: Chapter 57: "Care of the Patient with Cancer" Unit 3: Chapter 21: "Pain Management" Unit 4: Antibiotic Medications Unit 5: Chapter 16: "Urgent Alterations in Health"
General Behavioral Expectations: See Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook Cell Phones: Turn cell phones off and place in basket in front of the classroom. You may have them on breaks and lunch. Sign in when you arrive in the AM, when you arrive back from lunch; if you must leave early sign out Covid Policies for Practical Nursing: According to the CDC and the Arkansas Department of Health, Covid-19 is constantly changing. In the event of an increase in Covid-19 cases and an order for school closure by the governor of Arkansas and/or President of East Arkansas Community College, the Nursing and Allied Health Departments may be required to adapt to online learning. The safety of our students and faculty is our main priority. For more information or to request assistance, refer to your departments specific Covid Policy, contact the Covid-19 task force at [email protected], or visit the link on the college website for latest Covid-19 information: https://www.eacc.edu/plugins/show_ image.php?id=3166.
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Online Etiquette Policy
What You Need to Do Prior to Class
1.Appropriate technology to support the session • Ensure that you have a reliable, high speed internet connection • Test your audio and video settings • Familiarize yourself with the classroom controls, like “raise your hand” and the chat function. 2. Quiet, private workspace • Preferably in a room by yourself. • Avoid having anyone come on camera if possible. • Coordinate your personal responsibilities to eliminate interruptions or distractions while in class • Shut the door and place a sign on the door saying you are in class. Ask people not to enter or knock on the door. 3. Look at your background. • Remove unmentionables • Rid the space of any clutter or distractions. 4. Be mindful of your background lighting. • If you are sitting with your back to a window, you may be silhouetted by the light coming through. • You also want to make sure you are not positioned in front of a window as this can cause you to appear like a shadow. Keep your background simple. • Double check the lighting when you launch the meeting and the video has started. Make sure lighter is on your face than coming from behind you. You might also need to adjust where you are sitting so the light is not right above your head and within the camera frame. • Your overhead light might also need to be adjusted for the best image quality 5. Check your camera framing. • Be aware of your distance from the camera (not too close, not too far). • You want to try and have the camera at eye level—we must be able to see your face and surroundings
Live Class Etiquette
1. Sign into the session early and make sure your set up is functioning appropriately. • You must use your full, real name on the screen. • Log into the session at least 10 minutes before the class starts 2.Dress appropriately. • You must wear the College uniform top while class is in session. • You must be dressed. • You may not be in or on the bed. The bedroom is okay, but you may not be in bed only on the bed. The bed must be made. 3. Keep microphone muted. • Only unmute when speaking.
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• In smaller, more collaborative meetings, you may be directed to leave the microphone unmuted. 4. KEEP CAMERA ON. THIS IS MANDATORY 5. If you would like to speak or answer a question, use the “Raise Hand” feature. Then unmute yourself after you are called on by your professor. 6. When addressing the class, you are expected to maintain a professional tone. 7. No food, gum, or smoking is allowed during class. • You may have a drink with you during class. However; it cannot be alcoholic. 8. 10 minutes of break will be provided for every 50 minutes of instruction. If the session is more than 4 hours, there will be an additional 30-minute meal break. 9. The use of personal communication devices for any reason unless specifically directed to do so by the faculty is prohibited. If your cell phone is not acceptable in class it is not acceptable while you are in zoom class 10. There is to be no “side bar” chatting through digital means outside of class activities. Facebook, twitter, etc. 11. If you would like to use the chat function, remember that it is public, and a record of the chat is kept and archived. 12. Remember to sign out or “leave the meeting” when the session is finished.
Privacy Statements
Due to and out of respect for students and faculty that might disclose personal or private information during class the faculty has the right not to record live zoom lectures. Voice over PowerPoint may be made available only to students enrolled in the class, to assist those who cannot attend the live session or to serve as a resource for those who would like to review presented content.
Each student and faculty member have completed the online Mandatory Reporter class. There is an obligation to report certain issues relating to the health and safety of students observed during a session. We must report to the appropriate officials any allegation of discrimination or harassment. Sexual misconduct, which includes sexual harassment, non-consensual sexual contact, non-consensual sexual intercourse, and sexual exploitation, is considered a form of discrimination. In addition to reporting all discrimination and harassment claims, we must report any suspected domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, and/or credible threats of harm to yourself or others
ILLNESS ABSENCE POLICIES:
Illness Policy
Purpose: To ensure student attendance in course lecture, clinical and lab is sufficient for students to meet the objectives of each course.
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Procedure:
1. Students are expected to be on time and attend all classes, labs, and clinical experiences. This includes zoom live lectures. See your department Attendance Policy. 2. Class labs, simulation, and clinical is imperative to the student’s education and therefore is mandatory to attend. The department’s policy for attendance to lab, simulation, and clinical will be strictly enforced. If the students are unable to attend lab, simulation, and/or clinical during a semester the student will be asked to consider taking a W or I in the class. If the student decides not to take a W or I in the class, the student must be aware that the student will not be successful in the program without meeting mandatory class lab, simulation, and/or clinical requirements.
3. Students may not attend class, including theory, lab, and clinical while acutely ill. Examples of acute illness include but are not limited to; vomiting, diarrhea, green or yellow drainage from the eye(s), a cough that disrupts normal activity, or a temperature per the COVID guide guidelines.
4. Students must report their absence in theory, lab, or clinical to the course coordinator and instructor of the session being missed through e-mail, phone, or other method directed by the faculty.
5. Students may not return to class until they have met the guidelines listed in the EACC Covid guide
6. Students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to clinical without restriction.
7. In the event of prolonged or repeated absences due to illness, the Nursing Education department may require a provider note to return to class.
8. After overnight hospitalization, surgery, or childbirth, students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to the program activities without restriction.
Self-Screening: EACC Practical Nursing students are required to conduct a daily self-screening to assess themselves for symptoms of, or exposure to, COVID-19. Each day students are expected to take their temperature as they enter the classroom. This temperature is placed on the Covid form at the front of the classroom. The form is filed in the student’s individual folder each day. If their temperature exceeds 100 degrees, the student may not come to campus. Daily self-screening is required to keep all students and faculty safe.
Self-Screening Questions: Each day the student must review the following questions and may not come to campus if the answer to any question is yes: 1. Within the last 14 days, have you had close contact with or cared for someone who is suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19? (A generalized definition of close contact is within 6 feet of a positive case for more than 15 minutes. However, close contact is situational, and
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On the temperature form, students must mark yes or no to the fact they have reviewed these questions daily and do not have any yes answers.
These Covid-19 policies should answer these 3 questions for you:
To ensure that students know what is available to them in a health or childcare crisis or emergency, each syllabus must provide the following information in detail for each course: • Alternate methods of attendance for quarantined or ill students, or students who have childcare disruptions due to COVID-19. • Alternate methods of instructional delivery in the case of a quarantined or ill faculty member. • Course procedures and alternate methods of instruction in the event of a campus shut down.
Developed 9/2020 EACC College Policies Academic Policies: Refer to the current EACC handbook pgs. 40-44 Attendance Policy: Refer to the EACC handbook-pay attention to the 11th day of classes log on requirement and the nursing requirements in the student handbook. Dropping a Course: Refer to EACC handbook pg. 40. consult with the instructor and advisor prior to dropping a course. The needed form information can be found here. Withdrawing from the college: Refer to the EACC handbook page 40-44 Classroom rules of conduct: Refer to the EACC student handbook "Student Policies and Procedures" and the Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook
Academic Integrity: (EACC handbook and Student Handbook)
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East Arkansas Community College depends upon and supports the honesty and academic integrity of its students, faculty, and staff. EACC is committed to maintaining and enforcing the highest standards of academic principles. Dishonesty and other inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated. Disciplinary procedures, sanctions, and the appeals process for alleged academic misconduct is outlined in the EACC Student Handbook. The following misconduct is or may be subject to disciplinary action: all forms of student academic dishonesty, including cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, and plagiarism. Cheating means intentionally, recklessly, or negligently using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in academic exercise, activity, or project or any description, or assisting another student is an extremely serious violation of academic integrity.
Disability Accommodations: Refer to the EACC Student handbook pg. 159 It is the policy of East Arkansas Community College — PN Program to accommodate students with disabilities pursuant to federal and state law. Any students with a disability who needs accommodation, for example, in seating, placement, or in arrangements for examinations, should inform the instructor at the beginning of the course. The chair of the department offering the course is also available to assist with accommodations Disclaimer: The faculty reserves the right to alter the course syllabus and day-by-day as circumstances dictate. Any changes will be announced in class, or sent out per Remind app. Any student not attending class is responsible for obtaining this information. EACC Mission Statement: We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community. EACC Vision Statement: Through our services as an academic and economic leader, we will empower students and our community to succeed through business and industry partnerships, cultural enrichment, and educational programming. Revised 8/2019
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Course number and Name: PN 1335 Nursing III (3-2-5)
ACTS course number: NONE
Perquisites: PN 1323
Corequisites: None
Course Description: PN 1335 (3-2-5) Nursing Ill is a continuation of PN 1323 Nursing Il with emphasis on more complex medical-surgical conditions. Anatomy, pharmacology, and nutritional concepts are incorporated into each unit. Students also learn about death and dying and care of this patient. Students must read Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom. This is a true story which depicts what it is like to die. Students also learn what is important in life, as told through the eyes of a dying person. Videos of these interviews are also watched on YouTube. This course has a clinical component in acute care. Simulation is also used.
Course Objectives: Theory Objectives: Upon completion of this course students will be able to: 1. Care for the terminally ill and dying patient. (GC 2,4) 2. Interpret more advanced lab tests to care for patients with hematologic conditions. (GC 4) 3. Care for patients with disease processes of the Gl, respiratory, urinary, musculoskeletal systems, and skin. (GC 4) 4. Discuss the types of management styles. (GC 2,4) 5. Discuss management strategies appropriate for nursing. (GC 2,4)
Clinical Objectives: At the completion of this clinical rotation the student will be able to: 1. Independently gather data from the patient in order to complete the head to toe narrative entry on the computer for the medical/surgical patient. (GC 2) 2. Using knowledge learned in theory; safely perform more complex nursing skills for the more complicated medical/surgical patient. (NG tube insertion, blood monitoring, starting the IV) (GC 4) 3. Properly document nursing care given to the medical/surgical patient on the assigned computer screens. (GC 1) 4. Using the 6 rights of medication administration, safely administer medications, including IV medications, to the medical surgical patient. Must use 2 identifiers. (GC 2) 5. Begin to recognize the relationship between the patients' admitting diagnosis, lab tests ordered, medications and nursing care administered. (GC 4) 6. Use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the medical/surgical patient and his/her family. (GC1) 7. Use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the other members of the medical/surgical health care team. (GC1) 8. Using the Nursing Process to assist the RN in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for the assigned medical/surgical adult patients. (GC 5) 9. Incorporate beliefs or values that affect health care when working with medical-surgical patients from different cultural groups. (GC 3) 10. Implement teaching daily based on identified learning needs of the medical-surgical patient. This must be charted on the educational record on the computer. (GC 7)
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11. Differentiate the LPNs role in working with the medical-surgical patient based on the Nurse Practice Act. (GC 5) 12. Using the five rights of delegation, and the delegation model, list procedures/care that was delegated by an LPN working with the medical-surgical patients. (GC 9) 13. Recognize the LPNs role within the health care team in different aspects of acute care i.e. ICU, ER. (GC 5) 14. Recognize community resources that can be utilized to meet identified patient care needs in the patients you have cared for. (GC8) 15. Simulation as assigned. (GC4)
Complete a management rotation at the assigned nursing home. Objectives are turned in to Mrs. Hill on the assigned date. See Management packet included in clinical handbook.
Textbooks: Albom, Mitch. Tuesdays with Morrie. New York: Doubleday, 1997. Print.
Cooper, Kim and Kelly Gosnell. Foundations and Adult Health Nursing. 8th Edition Elsevier. 2019. Cooper, Kim and Kelly Gosnell. Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Study Guide. 8th Edition. Elsevier, 2019.
Fremgen, Bonnie F. and Suzanne S. Frucht. Medical Terminology: A Living Language. 5th Edition. Upper Saddle River: Pearson Education, Inc., 2013.
Other required materials:
Course notes with appropriate handouts, Simulation card
Additional suggested material: NONE
Instructor Information:
Instructors: Debbie Hill, Lynette Campbell, Twila Miller -Part time clinical instructor
Office Location: Office pod 6
Office Phone Number: Hill 633-4480 ext.452, Campbell 870-633-4480 ext.454,870- 318-0760; Mrs. Miller 870-318-6800
Email Address: [email protected], [email protected]
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Office Hours: Posted on doors
Preferred method of contact: Remind, Blackboard email,text
Instructional Methods:
PowerPoint Lecture — with appropriate handouts; All power point lectures have audio and are posted on Black Board.
Concept Maps, gaming
Dissection of certain BSF parts of course: (Eye, heart, kidney, etc.)
Simulation lab
Evaluating/Grading: Theory Evaluation: Written tests will be given as follows: Test 1: Unit 1: BSF Chapter 8, Chapter 45 & 46 (2 separate tests), medications included Test 2: Unit 2: Chapter 25; Tuesdays with Morrie (2 separate tests) Test 3: Unit 3: BSF Chapter 6, Chapter 47 (2 separate tests), medications included Unit 4: Management (Clinical Grade NO Tests) Test 4: Unit 5: BSF Chapter 7, Chapter 49 (2 separate tests), medications included Test 5: Unit 6: BSF Chapter 9, Chapter 50 (2 separate tests) Test 6: Unit 7: BSF Chapter 4, Chapter 44 (2 separate tests) Test 7: Unit 8: BSF Chapter 3, Chapter 13, Chapters 43-53 (3 separate tests) Test 8: FINAL; Comprehensive over material covered. (Remember to study medications from Quick Med Guide)
• The combination of the chapter tests counts as 75% of the final grade. The Final counts as 25% of the final grade. There is NO drop grade for this course. Students must maintain 76% to continue in the program. • Homework grades, pop tests, and other grades are given at the instructor's discretion.
Clinical Evaluation: The instructor will complete a written evaluation on each student with each rotation. The evaluation form is included in the clinical handbook. Management objectives are turned in to Mrs. Hill on Thursday of the week the rotation is completed. These are also part of the Nursing III clinical grade. The paperwork component of simulation will count as a clinical grade.
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• Care plans and other written clinical assignments will be at the discretion of the instructors. This will include, but are not to be limited to, drug cards, health histories, data gathering, and clinical objective assignments. • A grade of 76% is necessary in the clinical component as well as the theory component of this course to continue in the program.
Grading Scale: Theory & Clinical
93-100% A Excellent 85-92% B Above Average 76-84% C Average 65-75% D Conditional 0-64% F Failing W Withdrew
Course Content: See day-by-day for specific dates.
Unit 1: BSF Chapter 8: Med-Surg Chapter 45 Gl Disorders, Chapter 46 Gallbladder, Liver, Biliary Tract: Gl Meds Highlighted Unit 2: Chapter 25: Loss, Grief, Dying and Death, Tuesdays with Morrie Unit 3: BSF Chapter 6, Chapter 47: "Blood or Lymphatic Disorders", Blood/Lymph Medications highlighted Unit 4: Management Unit 5: BSF Chapter 7, Chapter 49: "Care of Patients with Respiratory Disorders"; Respiratory Meds Unit 6: BSF Chapter 9, Chapter 50: "Urinary Disorders" Unit 7: BSF Chapter 4, Chapter 44: "Musculoskeletal Disorders" Unit 8: BSF Chapter 3, Chapter 13, Chapter 43 & 53 "Integumentary" and "Sensory"
Clinical Course: This clinical course includes a management rotation in long-term care. All management objectives are turned into Mrs. Hill. The Management grade is part of the Nur III clinical grade. Simulation will also be utilized.
See the Management packet in the clinical handbook.
General Behavioral Expectations: See Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook
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Cell Phones: Turn cell phones off and place in basket in front of the classroom. You may have them on breaks and lunch. Sign in when you arrive in the AM, when you arrive back from lunch; if you must leave early sign out
Covid Policies for Practical Nursing: According to the CDC and the Arkansas Department of Health, Covid-19 is constantly changing. In the event of an increase in Covid-19 cases and an order for school closure by the governor of Arkansas and/or President of East Arkansas Community College, the Nursing and Allied Health Departments may be required to adapt to online learning. The safety of our students and faculty is our main priority. For more information or to request assistance, refer to your departments specific Covid Policy, contact the Covid-19 task force at [email protected], or visit the link on the college website for latest Covid-19 information: https://www.eacc.edu/plugins/show_ image.php?id=3166.
Online Etiquette Policy
What You Need to Do Prior to Class
1. Appropriate technology to support the session • Ensure that you have a reliable, high speed internet connection • Test your audio and video settings • Familiarize yourself with the classroom controls, like “raise your hand” and the chat function. 2. Quiet, private workspace
• Preferably in a room by yourself. • Avoid having anyone come on camera if possible. • Coordinate your personal responsibilities to eliminate interruptions or distractions while in class • Shut the door and place a sign on the door saying you are in class. Ask people not to enter or knock on the door. 3. Look at your background.
• Remove unmentionables • Rid the space of any clutter or distractions. 4. Be mindful of your background lighting. • If you are sitting with your back to a window, you may be silhouetted by the light coming through.
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• You also want to make sure you are not positioned in front of a window as this can cause you to appear like a shadow. Keep your background simple. • Double check the lighting when you launch the meeting and the video has started. Make sure more light is on your face than coming from behind you. You might also need to adjust where you are sitting so the light is not right above your head and within the camera frame. • Your overhead light might also need to be adjusted for the best image quality 5. Check your camera framing. • Be aware of your distance from the camera (not too close, not too far). • You want to try and have the camera at eye level—we must be able to see your face and surroundings No smoking, vaping, or drinking alcohol while in the “zoom” classroom.
Live Class Etiquette
1. Sign into the session early and make sure your set up is functioning appropriately. • You must use your full, real name on the screen. • Log into the session at least 10 minutes before the class starts 2. Dress appropriately. • You must wear the College uniform top while class is in session. • You must be dressed. • You may not be in or on the bed. The bedroom is okay, but you may not be in bed only on the bed. The bed must be made. 3. Keep microphone muted.
• Only unmute when speaking. • In smaller, more collaborative meetings, you may be directed to leave the microphone unmuted. 4. KEEP CAMERA ON. THIS IS MANDATORY 5. If you would like to speak or answer a question, use the “Raise Hand” feature. Then unmute yourself after you are called on by your professor. 6. When addressing the class, you are expected to maintain a professional tone. 7. No food, gum, or smoking is allowed during class. • You may have a drink with you during class However; it cannot be alcoholic. 8. 10 minutes of break will be provided for every 50 minutes of instruction. If the session is more than 4 hours, there will be an additional 30-minute meal break. 9. The use of personal communication devices for any reason unless specifically directed to do so by the faculty is prohibited. If your cell phone is not acceptable in class it is not acceptable while you are in zoom class 10. There is to be no “side bar” chatting through digital means outside of class activities. Facebook, twitter, etc.
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11. If you would like to use the chat function, remember that it is public, and a record of the chat is kept and archived. 12. Remember to sign out or “leave the meeting” when the session is finished.
Privacy Statements
Due to and out of respect for students and faculty that might disclose personal or private information during class the faculty has the right not to record live zoom lectures. Voice over PowerPoint may be made available only to students enrolled in the class, to assist those who cannot attend the live session or to serve as a resource for those who would like to review presented content.
Each student and faculty member have completed the online Mandatory Reporter class. There is an obligation to report certain issues relating to the health and safety of students observed during a session. We must report to the appropriate officials any allegation of discrimination or harassment. Sexual misconduct, which includes sexual harassment, non-consensual sexual contact, non-consensual sexual intercourse, and sexual exploitation, is considered a form of discrimination. In addition to reporting all discrimination and harassment claims, we must report any suspected domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, and/or credible threats of harm to yourself or others
ILLNESS ABSENCE POLICIES:
Illness Policy
Purpose: To ensure student attendance in course lecture, clinical and lab is sufficient for students to meet the objectives of each course.
Procedure:
1. Students are expected to be on time and attend all classes, labs, and clinical experiences. This includes zoom live lectures. See your department Attendance Policy.
2. Class labs, simulation, and clinical is imperative to the student’s education and therefore is mandatory to attend. The department’s policy for attendance to lab, simulation, and clinical will be strictly enforced. If the students is unable to attend lab, simulation, and/or clinical during a semester the student will be asked to consider taking a W or I in the class. If the student decides not to take a W or I in the class, the student must be aware that the student will not be successful in the program without meeting mandatory class lab, simulation, and/or clinical requirements.
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3. Students may not attend class, including theory, lab, and clinical while acutely ill. Examples of acute illness include but are not limited to; vomiting, diarrhea, green or yellow drainage from the eye(s), a cough that disrupts normal activity, or a temperature per the COVID guide guidelines.
4. Students must report their absence in theory, lab, or clinical to the course coordinator and instructor of the session being missed through e-mail, phone, or other method directed by the faculty.
5. Students may not return to class until they have met the guidelines listed in the EACC Covid guide
6. Students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to clinical without restriction.
7. In the event of prolonged or repeated absences due to illness, the Nursing Education department may require a provider note to return to class.
8. After overnight hospitalization, surgery, or childbirth, students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to the program activities without restriction.
Self-Screening:
EACC Practical Nursing students are required to conduct a daily self-screening to assess themselves for symptoms of, or exposure to, COVID-19. Each day students are expected to take their temperature as they enter the classroom. This temperature is placed on the Covid form at the front of the classroom. The form is filed in the student’s individual folder each day. If their temperature exceeds 100 degrees, the student may not come to campus. Daily self-screening is required to keep all students and faculty safe.
Self-Screening Questions: Each day the student must review the following questions and may not come to campus if the answer to any question is yes: 1. Within the last 14 days, have you had close contact with or cared for someone who is suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19? (A generalized definition of close contact is within 6 feet of a positive case for more than 15 minutes. However, close contact is situational, and contact tracers may take other factors into consideration when providing quarantine or isolation instructions.) 2. Have you been diagnosed with or do you believe yourself to have COVID-19? 3. Do you currently have a fever greater than 100° F, or have you experienced a fever within the last 48 hours? 4. Have you felt unwell within the last 48 hours with symptoms of COVID-19 (fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea)?
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Signage has been placed around campus reminding employees, students, and visitors of the screening
On the temperature form, students must mark yes or no to the fact they have reviewed these questions daily and do not have any yes answers.
These Covid-19 policies should answer these 3 questions for you:
To ensure that students know what is available to them in a health or childcare crisis or emergency, each syllabus must provide the following information in detail for each course: • Alternate methods of attendance for quarantined or ill students, or students who have childcare disruptions due to COVID-19. • Alternate methods of instructional delivery in the case of a quarantined or ill faculty member. • Course procedures and alternate methods of instruction in the event of a campus shut down.
Revised 9/2020
EACC College Policies
Academic Policies: Refer to the current EACC handbook pgs. 40-44 Attendance Policy: Refer to the EACC handbook-pay attention to the 11th day of classes log on requirement and the nursing requirements in the student handbook. Dropping a Course: Refer to EACC handbook pg. 40. consult with the instructor and advisor prior to dropping a course. The needed form information can be found here. Withdrawing from the college: Refer to the EACC handbook page 40-44 Classroom rules of conduct: Refer to the EACC student handbook "Student Policies and Procedures" and the Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook
Academic Integrity: (EACC handbook and Student Handbook) East Arkansas Community College depends upon and supports the honesty and academic integrity of its students, faculty, and staff. EACC is committed to maintaining and enforcing the highest standards of academic principles. Dishonesty and other inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated. Disciplinary procedures, sanctions, and the appeals process for alleged academic misconduct is outlined in the EACC Student Handbook. The following misconduct is or may be subject to disciplinary action: all forms of student academic dishonesty, including cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, and
101 plagiarism. Cheating means intentionally, recklessly, or negligently using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in academic exercise, activity, or project or any description, or assisting another student is an extremely serious violation of academic integrity.
Disability Accommodations: Refer to the EACC Student handbook pg. 159 It is the policy of East Arkansas Community College — PN Program to accommodate students with disabilities pursuant to federal and state law. Any students with a disability who needs accommodation, for example, in seating, placement, or in arrangements for examinations, should inform the instructor at the beginning of the course. The chair of the department offering the course is also available to assist with accommodations Disclaimer: The faculty reserves the right to alter the course syllabus and day-by-day as circumstances dictate. Any changes will be announced in class, or sent out per Remind app.. Any student not attending class is responsible for obtaining this information.
EACC Mission Statement: We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community.
EACC Vision Statement: Through our services as an academic and economic leader, we will empower students and our community to succeed through business and industry partnerships, cultural enrichment, and educational programming. Revised 8/2019
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Course number and Name: PN 1305 Nursing of Mothers and Children (4-1-5)
ACTS Course number: NONE
Prerequisites: PN1335
Corequisites: None
Course Description: PN 1305 (4-1-5) Nursing of Mothers & Children. This course gives the student an introduction to care of the expectant mother and the newborn. a clinical rotation with post-partal mothers in the hospital or simulation may be used. Students also learn basic concepts related to pediatric nursing. To reinforce these concepts students, complete a rotation working in doctors' offices that see pediatric patients. Students work in these offices under a preceptor. Simulation lab is utilized.
Course Objectives: Theory Objectives: At the completion of this course the student will be able to: 1. Discuss the role of the nurse in preparing a child/family for admission, and discharge of the child to the hospital. (GC 2) 2. Understand factors that influence growth and development. (GC 2) 3. Understand how to gather data on a pediatric patient to assist in planning care. (GC 2) 4. Discuss nursing care for common health problems seen in children/adolescents 1-18 years. (GC 4) 5. Provide safe and efficient/basic nursing care during prenatal, labor and delivery, postpartum, and neonatal periods. (GC 4) 6. Communicate effectively with the patient and her family, and render emotional support (GC 1) 7. Identify and record significant signs and symptoms in the mother and the newborn. (GC 2)
Clinical Objectives: At the completion of the Pediatric rotation the student will be able to: 1. Observe and participate where allowed in gathering data on the pediatric patient. (GC 2) 2. Discuss the growth and development of two pediatric patients observed. (Include Erickson's stage and task.) (GC 2, 4) 3. Use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the pediatric patient and his/her family. (GC 1) 4. Use the Nursing Process to discuss the care given to one pediatric patient observed. This objective involves writing a care plan with 3 nursing diagnosis, a goal for each diagnosis, and three interventions for each diagnosis. Evaluate as if the three interventions have been implemented. This is only one patient seen. (This is worth 50 points.) (GC 2) 5. Discuss at least two situations that involved patient education of the patient/family and the information that was taught. (GC 7) 6. Discuss tasks that may be delegated in a pediatric care setting. (GC 9) 7. Begin to recognize community resources that are used by the nurse in the doctor's office. (GC 8) 8. Safely perform basic skills necessary to care for the pediatric patients in an office setting. The preceptor must know that you are capable of this skill. The preceptor may need to go with you initially. See skills check list in your clinical orientation handbook. (GC 4) 9. Simulation as assigned. (GC4)
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At the completion of the pediatric rotation, the student must write up each of these objectives on paper and turn it in to the assigned instructor. These are graded for a total of 80 points. The care plan is a 50-point grade. The objectives, care plan, and preceptor evaluation are all totaled for the pediatric clinical rotation component of the grade.
At the completion of the OB simulations or clinical rotation the student will be able to: 1. Gather data on the postpartum patient in order to complete a head to toe data gathering entry using the 8 steps of post-partal data gathering. (GC 2) 2. Properly document the 8-point data gathering. (This is on notebook paper only.) (GC 1) 3. Use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the post-partal patient and family. (GC1) 4. Use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the other members of the maternal/child health care team. (GC 1) 5. Discuss cultural beliefs of values that affect the care of the post-partal patient. (GC 3) 6. Discuss medications commonly given on postpartum. This includes the classification, action, dosage, side effects, nursing interventions, and patient teaching. (See medication list for postpartum.) Drug cards will be made on these medications. (GC 2)
Textbooks Cooper, Kim and Kelly Gosnell. Foundations and Adult Health Nursing- 8th Edition Elsevier, 2019.
Cooper, Kim and Kelly Gosnell. Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Study Guide. 8th Edition. Elsevier, 2019.
Other required materials: Course notes with the appropriate handouts, Simulation card
Additional suggested material: NONE
Instructor Information:
Instructor/s: Debbie Hill, Lynette Campbell, Twila Miller -part time clinical instructor
Office Location: Office pod 6
Office Phone Number: Hill 633-4480 ext. 452; Campbell 870-633-4480 ext.454; Twila Miller 870-318- 680 Email Addresses: [email protected], [email protected]
Office Hours: Posted on doors
Preferred method of contact: Remind, Blackboard email, text
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Instructional Methods: PowerPoint Lecture — with appropriate handouts; all power point lectures have audio and are posted on Black Board Gaming Role Playing Simulation lab with simulation access code Data Gathering on the postpartum patient- this skill has been videotaped and is posted on Black Board
Grading/Evaluation:
Evaluation/Grading: Theory Evaluation: Written tests will be given as follows: Test 1: Chapter 31 Test 2: Chapter 32 (part 1) Test 3: Chapter 32 (part 2) Test 4: FINAL — Comprehensive Exam on Peds Test 5: Chapter 26 Test 6: Chapter 27 Test 7: Chapter 29 (part 1) Test 8: FINAL — 50% chapters 28 & 29 Part II and 50% Comprehensive OB
Nursing of Mothers and Children theory grade: The pediatric component final theory examination grade and the Maternal Child component final theory grade are averaged together for 1 final theory grade. The unit tests are ALL averaged together for 1-unit test average. Homework is ALL averaged together for 1 homework grade then transferred to the test grade column to be averaged with other test grades for 1-unit average.
• The combination of the chapter test count as 75% of the final grade. The final counts as 25% of the final grade. There is NO drop grade for this course. Students must have a 76% in theory to continue in the program. • Homework grades, pop tests, and other grades are given at the instructor's discretion.
Clinical Evaluation Peds: The pediatric clinical grade is made up of the preceptor's evaluation of the student, the pediatric care plan, and the written objectives. Simulation-the paperwork grade from simulation will be counted as a clinical grade. Clinical Evaluation Postpartum: The instructor will complete a written evaluation on each student during the rotation. The evaluation form is included in the clinical handbook. Simulation-the paperwork grade from pre or post simulation activities will be counted as a clinical grade. 1. Care plans and other written clinical assignments will be at the discretion of the instructors. This will include, but not be limited to drug cards, health histories, data gathering, and clinical objective assignments.
A grade of 76% is necessary in the clinical component as well as the theory component of this course to continue in the program.
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Final clinical grade in Nursing of Mothers and Children: The final clinical grade in postpartum and pediatrics are then averaged together for the final clinical grade of Nursing of Mothers and Children. If the theory component has been passed, it is averaged with the clinical grade for the final grade.
Grading Scale: Theory & Clinical 93-100% A Excellent 85-92% B Above Average 76-84% C Average 65-75% D Conditional 0-64% F Failing W Withdrew
Course Content/Outline: See day-by-day for specific dates. Unit 1: Chapter 31: "Basics of Pediatric Nursing" Unit 2: Chapter 32 Part I: "Care of the Child with a Physical, Mental Disorder. Unit 3: Chapter 32 Part II: "Care of the Child with a Physical, Mental Disorder. Unit 4: Chapter 26: "Health Promotion and Pregnancy" Unit 5: Chapter 27: "Labor and Delivery" Unit 6: Chapter 29 Part l: "Complications of L & D" Unit 7: Chapter 28: "Care of the Mother and Newborn Unit 8: Chapter 29 Part II: "Complications of the Puerperium and the Newborn"
General Behavioral Expectations: See Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook Cell Phones: Turn cell phones off and place in basket in front of the classroom. You may have them on breaks and lunch. Sign in when you arrive in the AM, when you arrive back from lunch; if you must leave early sign out Covid Policies for Practical Nursing: According to the CDC and the Arkansas Department of Health, Covid-19 is constantly changing. In the event of an increase in Covid-19 cases and an order for school closure by the governor of Arkansas and/or President of East Arkansas Community College, the Nursing and Allied Health Departments may be required to adapt to online learning. The safety of our students and faculty is our main priority.
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For more information or to request assistance, refer to your departments specific Covid Policy, contact the Covid-19 task force at [email protected], or visit the link on the college website for latest Covid-19 information: https://www.eacc.edu/plugins/show_ image.php?id=3166.
Online Etiquette Policy
What You Need to Do Prior to Class
1. Appropriate technology to support the session • Ensure that you have a reliable, high speed internet connection • Test your audio and video settings • Familiarize yourself with the classroom controls, like “raise your hand” and the chat function. 2. Quiet, private workspace • Preferably in a room by yourself. • Avoid having anyone come on camera if possible. • Coordinate your personal responsibilities to eliminate interruptions or distractions while in class • Shut the door and place a sign on the door saying you are in class. Ask people not to enter or knock on the door. 3. Look at your background. • Remove unmentionables • Rid the space of any clutter or distractions. 4. Be mindful of your background lighting. • If you are sitting with your back to a window, you may be silhouetted by the light coming through. • You also want to make sure you are not positioned in front of a window as this can cause you to appear like a shadow. Keep your background simple. • Double check the lighting when you launch the meeting and the video has started. Make sure more light is on your face than coming from behind you. You might also need to adjust where you are sitting so the light is not right above your head and within the camera frame. • Your overhead light might also need to be adjusted for the best image quality 5. Check your camera framing. • Be aware of your distance from the camera (not too close, not too far). • You want to try and have the camera at eye level—we must be able to see your face and surroundings No smoking, vaping, or drinking alcohol while in the “zoom” classroom.
Live Class Etiquette
1. Sign into the session early and make sure your set up is functioning appropriately.
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• You must use your full, real name on the screen. • Log into the session at least 10 minutes before the class starts 2. Dress appropriately.
• You must wear the College uniform top while class is in session. • You must be dressed. • You may not be in or on the bed. The bedroom is okay, but you may not be in bed only on the bed. The bed must be made. 3. Keep microphone muted. • Only unmute when speaking. • In smaller, more collaborative meetings, you may be directed to leave the microphone unmuted. 4. KEEP CAMERA ON. THIS IS MANDATORY 5. If you would like to speak or answer a question, use the “Raise Hand” feature. Then unmute yourself after you are called on by your professor. 6. When addressing the class, you are expected to maintain a professional tone. 7. No food, gum, or smoking is allowed during class.
• You may have a drink with you during class. However; it cannot be alcoholic. 8. 10 minutes of break will be provided for every 50 minutes of instruction. If the session is more than 4 hours, there will be an additional 30-minute meal break. 9. The use of personal communication devices for any reason unless specifically directed to do so by the faculty is prohibited. If your cell phone is not acceptable in class it is not acceptable while you are in zoom class 10. There is to be no “side bar” chatting through digital means outside of class activities. Facebook, twitter, etc. 11. If you would like to use the chat function, remember that it is public, and a record of the chat is kept and archived. 12. Remember to sign out or “leave the meeting” when the session is finished.
Privacy Statements
Due to and out of respect for students and faculty that might disclose personal or private information during class the faculty has the right not to record live zoom lectures. Voice over PowerPoint may be made available only to students enrolled in the class, to assist those who cannot attend the live session or to serve as a resource for those who would like to review presented content.
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Each student and faculty member have completed the online Mandatory Reporter class. There is an obligation to report certain issues relating to the health and safety of students observed during a session. We must report to the appropriate officials any allegation of discrimination or harassment. Sexual misconduct, which includes sexual harassment, non-consensual sexual contact, non-consensual sexual intercourse, and sexual exploitation, is considered a form of discrimination. In addition to reporting all discrimination and harassment claims, we must report any suspected domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, and/or credible threats of harm to yourself or others
ILLNESS ABSENCE POLICIES:
Illness Policy
Purpose: To ensure student attendance in course lecture, clinical and lab is sufficient for students to meet the objectives of each course.
Procedure:
1. Students are expected to be on time and attend all classes, labs, and clinical experiences. This includes zoom live lectures. See your department Attendance Policy.
2. Class labs, simulation, and clinical is imperative to the student’s education and therefore is mandatory to attend. The department’s policy for attendance to lab, simulation, and clinical will be strictly enforced. If the students is unable to attend lab, simulation, and/or clinical during a semester the student will be asked to consider taking a W or I in the class. If the student decides not to take a W or I in the class, the student must be aware that the student will not be successful in the program without meeting mandatory class lab, simulation, and/or clinical requirements.
3. Students may not attend class, including theory, lab, and clinical while acutely ill. Examples of acute illness include but are not limited to; vomiting, diarrhea, green or yellow drainage from the eye(s), a cough that disrupts normal activity, or a temperature per the COVID guide guidelines.
4. Students must report their absence in theory, lab, or clinical to the course coordinator and instructor of the session being missed through e-mail, phone, or other method directed by the faculty.
5. Students may not return to class until they have met the guidelines listed in the EACC Covid guide
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6. Students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to clinical without restriction.
7. In the event of prolonged or repeated absences due to illness, the Nursing Education department may require a provider note to return to class.
8. After overnight hospitalization, surgery, or childbirth, students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to the program activities without restriction.
Self-Screening:
EACC Practical Nursing students are required to conduct a daily self-screening to assess themselves for symptoms of, or exposure to, COVID-19. Each day students are expected to take their temperature as they enter the classroom. This temperature is placed on the Covid form at the front of the classroom. The form is filed in the student’s individual folder each day. If their temperature exceeds 100 degrees, the student may not come to campus. Daily self-screening is required to keep all students and faculty safe.
Self-Screening Questions: Each day the student must review the following questions and may not come to campus if the answer to any question is yes: 1. Within the last 14 days, have you had close contact with or cared for someone who is suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19? (A generalized definition of close contact is within 6 feet of a positive case for more than 15 minutes. However, close contact is situational, and contact tracers may take other factors into consideration when providing quarantine or isolation instructions.) 2. Have you been diagnosed with or do you believe yourself to have COVID-19? 3. Do you currently have a fever greater than 100° F, or have you experienced a fever within the last 48 hours? 4. Have you felt unwell within the last 48 hours with symptoms of COVID-19 (fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea)? Signage has been placed around campus reminding employees, students, and visitors of the screening
On the temperature form, students must mark yes or no to the fact they have reviewed these questions daily and do not have any yes answers.
These Covid-19 policies should answer these 3 questions for you:
To ensure that students know what is available to them in a health or childcare crisis or emergency, each syllabus must provide the following information in detail for each course: • Alternate methods of attendance for quarantined or ill students, or students who have childcare disruptions due to COVID-19.
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• Alternate methods of instructional delivery in the case of a quarantined or ill faculty member. • Course procedures and alternate methods of instruction in the event of a campus shut down.
Revised 9/2020
EACC College Policies
Academic Policies: Refer to the current EACC handbook pgs. 40-44 Attendance Policy: Refer to the EACC handbook-pay attention to the 11th day of classes log on requirement and the nursing requirements in the student handbook. Dropping a Course: Refer to EACC handbook pg. 40. consult with the instructor and advisor prior to dropping a course. The needed form information can be found here. Withdrawing from the college: Refer to the EACC handbook page 40-44 Classroom rules of conduct: Refer to the EACC student handbook "Student Policies and Procedures" and the Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook
Academic Integrity: (EACC handbook and Student Handbook) East Arkansas Community College depends upon and supports the honesty and academic integrity of its students, faculty, and staff. EACC is committed to maintaining and enforcing the highest standards of academic principles. Dishonesty and other inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated. Disciplinary procedures, sanctions, and the appeals process for alleged academic misconduct is outlined in the EACC Student Handbook. The following misconduct is or may be subject to disciplinary action: all forms of student academic dishonesty, including cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, and plagiarism. Cheating means intentionally, recklessly, or negligently using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in academic exercise, activity, or project or any description, or assisting another student is an extremely serious violation of academic integrity.
Disability Accommodations: Refer to the EACC Student handbook pg. 159 It is the policy of East Arkansas Community College — PN Program to accommodate students with disabilities pursuant to federal and state law. Any students with a disability who needs accommodation, for example, in seating, placement, or in arrangements for examinations, should
111 inform the instructor at the beginning of the course. The chair of the department offering the course is also available to assist with accommodations Disclaimer: The faculty reserves the right to alter the course syllabus and day-by-day as circumstances dictate. Any changes will be announced in class, or sent out per Remind app.. Any student not attending class is responsible for obtaining this information. EACC Mission Statement: We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community. EACC Vision Statement: Through our services as an academic and economic leader, we will empower students and our community to succeed through business and industry partnerships, cultural enrichment, and educational programming. Revised 8/2019
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Course number and Name: PN 1345 Nursing IV ACTS course number: NONE Prerequisites: PN 1335 and PN 1305 Corequisites: None Course Description: PN 1345 (5-0-5) Nursing IV is the final nursing course for the program. This course teaches the most complex nursing conditions. Students function independently in clinical with the instructor present as a resource. This course has a clinical component in acute care. Simulation is utilized.
Course Objectives: Theory Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Identify nursing diagnosis and appropriate interventions for patients with endocrine, cardiovascular, reproductive, and neurological disorders. (GC 2) 2. Prepare to teach a newly diagnosed diabetic patient about the disease, treatment, and self-care. (GC 7) 3. Develop concept maps on the care required of these patients. (GC 4)
Clinical Objectives: The student in Nursing IV clinical is expected to function independently using the instructor as a resource. The student will continue to complete the objectives from PN 1335 Nursing III which follow and complete additional requirements for this course which are in bold print. 1. Independently gather data from the patient in order to complete the head to toe narrative entry on the computer for the medical/surgical patient. (GC 2) 2. Using knowledge learned in theory; safely perform more complex nursing skills for the more complicated medical/surgical patient. (NG tube insertion, blood monitoring, starting the IV.) (GC 4) 3 Properly document nursing care given to the medical/surgical patient on the assigned screens. (GC 1) 4. Using the 6 rights of medication administration, safely administer medications, including IV medications, to the medical/surgical patient. Must use 2 identifiers. (Peripheral IVs only; see policy for IVP medications allowed.) (GC 2) 5. Recognize the relationship between the patients' admitting diagnosis, lab tests ordered, medications and nursing care administered. (GC 4) 6. Use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the medical/surgical patient and his/her family. (GC1) 7. Use therapeutic communication skills to interact with the other members of the medical/surgical health care team. (GC1) 8. Use the Nursing Process to assist the RN in updating the assigned patient's plan of care. (GC 5) 9. Incorporate beliefs or values that affect health care when working with medical-surgical patients from different cultural groups. (GC 3) 10. Implement teaching daily based on identified learning needs of the medical-surgical patient. This must be charted on the educational record on the computer. (GC 7) 11. Differentiate the LPNs role in working with the medical/surgical patient based on the Nurse Practice Act. (GC 5)
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12. Using the five (5) rights of delegation, list procedures/care that were delegated by an LPN working with medical-surgical patients. (GC 9) 13. Recognize the LPNs role within the health care team in different areas of acute care i.e. ICU, ER. (GC5) 14. Discuss community resources that can be utilized to meet your assigned patient's needs when discharged. (Talk to the discharge planner about your patient.) (GC 8) 15. Pass a medication examination on the classes of medications. Study the Quick Medication Guide you have been given. Date to be announced. This will cover the common medications you have been giving all year. Must pass this test to graduate. (GC 2) 16. Complete the procedure card given during the clinical rotations. (GC 4) 17. Successful completion of simulation labs as assigned. (GC 4)
Textbooks: Cooper, Kim and Kelly Gosnell. Foundations and Adult Health Nursing. 8th Edition. Elsevier 2019 Cooper, Kim and Kelly Gosnell. Foundations and Adult Health 8th Edition. Elsevier 2019. Fremgen, Bonnie F. and Suzanne S. Grucht. Medical Terminology: A Living Language. 5th Edition. Upper Saddle River: Pearson Education, Inc., 2013.
Other required material: Course notes with appropriate handouts, Simulation card
Additional suggested material: Simulation access code
Instructor Information: Instructor/s: Debbie Hill, Lynette Campbell, Mr. Twila Miller -part time clinical instructor Office Location: Office pod 6 Office Phone Number: Hill 633-4480 ext. 452, Campbell 870-633-4480 ext. 454, 870-318-0760; Twila Miller 870-318-6800
Email Address: [email protected], [email protected] Office Hours: Posted on doors Preferred method of contact: Remind, Blackboard email, text
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Instructional Methods:
PowerPoint Lecture — with appropriate handouts; all lectures have audio and are posted on Black Board Gaming Role Playing Simulation lab
Evaluating/Grading: Theory Evaluation: Written tests will be given as follows: Test 1: BSF Chapter 5, Chapter 47 (2 separate tests), medications included Test 2: BSF Chapter 12, Chapter 53 (2 separate tests), medications included Test 3: BSF Chapter 10, Chapter 51 (2 separate tests) Test 4: BSF Chapter 11 Test 5: Final — Comprehensive over Nursing I, Il, Ill, IV and Basic Fundamentals. This also includes Body Structure & Function chapters 5, 10, 11, 12 (Mostly diagrams). The Quick Medication Guide will also be on the final. Nutritional and Pharmacology concepts are also covered. CH 51 will be tested here for the first time, as well as Endocrine medications. Calculating dosages is also included. • The combination of the chapter tests counts as 75% of the final grade. The final counts as 25% of the final grade. There is NO drop grade for this course. Students must maintain a 76% in theory as well as clinical to continue/graduate the program. • Homework grades, pop tests, and other grades are given at the instructor's discretion.
Clinical Evaluation: The instructor will complete a written evaluation on each student with each rotation. The evaluation form is in the clinical handbook. The paperwork grades associated with simulation will count as a clinical grade.
Grading Scale: Theory & Clinical
93-100% A Excellent 85-92% B Above Average 76-84% C Average 65-75% D Conditional 0-64% F Failing W Withdrew
Course Content/Outline: See day-by-day for specific dates.
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Unit 1: BSF Chapter 5; Chapter 48: "Cardiovascular or Peripheral Vascular Conditions"; Cardiac medications Unit 2: BSF Chapter 12, Chapter 54: "Neurological Disorders", Neuro medications Unit 3: BSF Chapter 10, Chapter 51: "Reproductive System", reproductive medications Unit 4: BSF Chapter 11; Chapter 50: "Endocrine Disorders",
General Behavioral Expectations: See Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook
Cell Phones: Turn cell phones off and place in basket in front of the classroom. You may have them on breaks and lunch. Sign in when you arrive in the AM, when you arrive back from lunch; if you must leave early sign out Covid Policies for Practical Nursing: According to the CDC and the Arkansas Department of Health, Covid-19 is constantly changing. In the event of an increase in Covid-19 cases and an order for school closure by the governor of Arkansas and/or President of East Arkansas Community College, the Nursing and Allied Health Departments may be required to adapt to online learning. The safety of our students and faculty is our main priority. For more information or to request assistance, refer to your departments specific Covid Policy, contact the Covid-19 task force at [email protected], or visit the link on the college website for latest Covid-19 information: https://www.eacc.edu/plugins/show_ image.php?id=3166.
Online Etiquette Policy
What You Need to Do Prior to Class
1. Appropriate technology to support the session • Ensure that you have a reliable, high speed internet connection • Test your audio and video settings • Familiarize yourself with the classroom controls, like “raise your hand” and the chat function. 2. Quiet, private workspace • Preferably in a room by yourself. • Avoid having anyone come on camera if possible. • Coordinate your personal responsibilities to eliminate interruptions or distractions while in class • Shut the door and place a sign on the door saying you are in class. Ask people not to enter or knock on the door.
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3. Look at your background. • Remove unmentionables • Rid the space of any clutter or distractions. 4. Be mindful of your background lighting. • If you are sitting with your back to a window, you may be silhouetted by the light coming through. • You also want to make sure you are not positioned in front of a window as this can cause you to appear like a shadow. Keep your background simple. • Double check the lighting when you launch the meeting and the video has started. Make sure more light is on your face than coming from behind you. You might also need to adjust where you are sitting so the light is not right above your head and within the camera frame. • Your overhead light might also need to be adjusted for the best image quality 5. Check your camera framing. • Be aware of your distance from the camera (not too close, not too far). • You want to try and have the camera at eye level—we must be able to see your face and surroundings No smoking, vaping, or drinking alcohol while in the “zoom” classroom.
Live Class Etiquette
1. Sign into the session early and make sure your set up is functioning appropriately.
• You must use your full, real name on the screen. • Log into the session at least 10 minutes before the class starts 2. Dress appropriately.
• You must wear the College uniform top while class is in session. • You must be dressed. • You may not be in or on the bed. The bedroom is okay, but you may not be in bed only on the bed. The bed must be made. 3. Keep microphone muted. • Only unmute when speaking. • In smaller, more collaborative meetings, you may be directed to leave the microphone unmuted. 4. KEEP CAMERA ON. THIS IS MANDATORY 5. If you would like to speak or answer a question, use the “Raise Hand” feature. Then unmute yourself after you are called on by your professor. 6. When addressing the class, you are expected to maintain a professional tone. 7. No food, gum, or smoking is allowed during class.
• You may have a drink with you during class.
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8. 10 minutes of break will be provided for every 50 minutes of instruction. If the session is more than 4 hours, there will be an additional 30-minute meal break. 9. The use of personal communication devices for any reason unless specifically directed to do so by the faculty is prohibited. If your cell phone is not acceptable in class it is not acceptable while you are in zoom class 10. There is to be no “side bar” chatting through digital means outside of class activities. Facebook, twitter, etc. 11. If you would like to use the chat function, remember that it is public, and a record of the chat is kept and archived. 12. Remember to sign out or “leave the meeting” when the session is finished.
Privacy Statements
Due to and out of respect for students and faculty that might disclose personal or private information during class the faculty has the right not to record live zoom lectures. Voice over PowerPoint may be made available only to students enrolled in the class, to assist those who cannot attend the live session or to serve as a resource for those who would like to review presented content.
Each student and faculty member have completed the online Mandatory Reporter class. There is an obligation to report certain issues relating to the health and safety of students observed during a session. We must report to the appropriate officials any allegation of discrimination or harassment. Sexual misconduct, which includes sexual harassment, non-consensual sexual contact, non-consensual sexual intercourse, and sexual exploitation, is considered a form of discrimination. In addition to reporting all discrimination and harassment claims, we must report any suspected domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, and/or credible threats of harm to yourself or others
ILLNESS ABSENCE POLICIES:
Illness Policy
Purpose: To ensure student attendance in course lecture, clinical and lab is sufficient for students to meet the objectives of each course.
Procedure:
1. Students are expected to be on time and attend all classes, labs, and clinical experiences. This includes zoom live lectures. See your department Attendance Policy.
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2. Class labs, simulation, and clinical is imperative to the student’s education and therefore is mandatory to attend. The department’s policy for attendance to lab, simulation, and clinical will be strictly enforced. If the students is unable to attend lab, simulation, and/or clinical during a semester the student will be asked to consider taking a W or I in the class. If the student decides not to take a W or I in the class, the student must be aware that the student will not be successful in the program without meeting mandatory class lab, simulation, and/or clinical requirements.
3. Students may not attend class, including theory, lab, and clinical while acutely ill. Examples of acute illness include but are not limited to; vomiting, diarrhea, green or yellow drainage from the eye(s), a cough that disrupts normal activity, or a temperature per the COVID guide guidelines.
4. Students must report their absence in theory, lab, or clinical to the course coordinator and instructor of the session being missed through e-mail, phone, or other method directed by the faculty.
5. Students may not return to class until they have met the guidelines listed in the EACC Covid guide
6. Students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to clinical without restriction.
7. In the event of prolonged or repeated absences due to illness, the Nursing Education department may require a provider note to return to class.
8. After overnight hospitalization, surgery, or childbirth, students must submit a provider note indicating that they are cleared to return to the program activities without restriction.
Self-Screening:
EACC Practical Nursing students are required to conduct a daily self-screening to assess themselves for symptoms of, or exposure to, COVID-19. Each day students are expected to take their temperature as they enter the classroom. This temperature is placed on the Covid form at the front of the classroom. The form is filed in the student’s individual folder each day. If their temperature exceeds 100 degrees, the student may not come to campus. Daily self-screening is required to keep all students and faculty safe.
Self-Screening Questions: Each day the student must review the following questions and may not come to campus if the answer to any question is yes: 1. Within the last 14 days, have you had close contact with or cared for someone who is suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19? (A generalized definition of close contact is within 6 feet of a positive case for more than 15 minutes. However, close contact is situational, and
119 contact tracers may take other factors into consideration when providing quarantine or isolation instructions.) 2. Have you been diagnosed with or do you believe yourself to have COVID-19? 3. Do you currently have a fever greater than 100° F, or have you experienced a fever within the last 48 hours? 4. Have you felt unwell within the last 48 hours with symptoms of COVID-19 (fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea)? Signage has been placed around campus reminding employees, students, and visitors of the screening
On the temperature form, students must mark yes or no to the fact they have reviewed these questions daily and do not have any yes answers.
These Covid-19 policies should answer these 3 questions for you:
To ensure that students know what is available to them in a health or childcare crisis or emergency, each syllabus must provide the following information in detail for each course: • Alternate methods of attendance for quarantined or ill students, or students who have childcare disruptions due to COVID-19. • Alternate methods of instructional delivery in the case of a quarantined or ill faculty member. • Course procedures and alternate methods of instruction in the event of a campus shut down.
Revised 9/2020
EACC College Policies
Academic Policies: Refer to the current EACC handbook pgs. 40-44 Attendance Policy: Refer to the EACC handbook-pay attention to the 11th day of classes log on requirement and the nursing requirements in the student handbook. Dropping a Course: Refer to EACC handbook pg. 40. consult with the instructor and advisor prior to dropping a course. The needed form information can be found here. Withdrawing from the college: Refer to the EACC handbook page 40-44 Classroom rules of conduct: Refer to the EACC student handbook "Student Policies and Procedures" and the Nursing student handbook and clinical handbook
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Academic Integrity: (EACC handbook and Student Handbook) East Arkansas Community College depends upon and supports the honesty and academic integrity of its students, faculty, and staff. EACC is committed to maintaining and enforcing the highest standards of academic principles. Dishonesty and other inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated. Disciplinary procedures, sanctions, and the appeals process for alleged academic misconduct is outlined in the EACC Student Handbook. The following misconduct is or may be subject to disciplinary action: all forms of student academic dishonesty, including cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, and plagiarism. Cheating means intentionally, recklessly, or negligently using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in academic exercise, activity, or project or any description, or assisting another student is an extremely serious violation of academic integrity.
Disability Accommodations: Refer to the EACC Student handbook pg. 159 It is the policy of East Arkansas Community College — PN Program to accommodate students with disabilities pursuant to federal and state law. Any students with a disability who needs accommodation, for example, in seating, placement, or in arrangements for examinations, should inform the instructor at the beginning of the course. The chair of the department offering the course is also available to assist with accommodations Disclaimer: The faculty reserves the right to alter the course syllabus and day-by-day as circumstances dictate. Any changes will be announced in class, or sent out per Remind app.. Any student not attending class is responsible for obtaining this information.
EACC Mission Statement: We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community.
EACC Vision Statement: Through our services as an academic and economic leader, we will empower students and our community to succeed through business and industry partnerships, cultural enrichment, and educational programming.
Revised 8/2019
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