ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
See, hear, touch, smell, and distinguish colors when assessing patients
Communicate orally and in writing with clarity, accuracy, and timeliness
Express own ideas and feelings clearly and demonstrate a willingness and ability to give and receive feedback
Possess motor skills sufficient to perform the full range of required client care activities in a safe and effective manner
Provide patient care to all patient populations in all settings
Evaluate and apply information and engage in critical thinking in the classroom and clinical setting
Demonstrate emotional stability to function effectively under stress and to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
Maintain mature, sensitive, and effective relationships with patients, faculty, staff and other professionals
Possess attributes that include compassion, empathy, altruism, integrity, honesty, responsibility, and tolerance
Meet legal and ethical requirements of any clinical site including background check
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Priority deadline of January 1 for the Nursing program. All entering accepted Nursing students must submit their tuition deposit by May 1 to be guaranteed a seat.
HISET(Science and Math college-ready scores), GED, or HS Diploma (3.0 GPA)
4 years English; Algebra I and II; Biology with lab; and Chemistry with lab
Immunizations
Health Care Provider Exam-Physical Exam by doctor required before starting clinicals.
Students who do not meet the criteria for the Nursing Program may apply for undeclared status and submit a Change of Major request at the end of the first year. Recommended that students take courses from the freshman level program of study; limited number of positions for change of major students and no guarantee of admission.
To be considered for internal transfer students must have a GPA of at least 3.3. Students interested in the nursing major must submit a Change of Major form along with an essay that describes their rationale for selecting the profession of nursing and the potential strengths they would bring to the profession. The change of major process is competitive and students with the highest potential for success are selected. Admission is based on space available. An interview may be required.
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