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Practical Nursing
Program
Orientation
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WELCOME!
On behalf of the
NWTC Administration
and
NWTC Practical Nursing Program
instructors,
Welcome to NWTC and the Practical
Nursing Program!
We sincerely thank you for choosing
NWTC as your college for education.
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Review of the role of a Practical
Nurse:
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A Practical Nurse administers care to individuals
whose conditions are relatively stable;
Administers care to acutely ill under the direct
supervision of an RN or provider;
Teaches basic hygiene, nutrition, and aspects of
good health;
Administers first aid
And
Assists with health assessments and basic
health teaching in a variety of setting under the
supervision of an RN or provider.
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Accreditation:
The NWTC Practical Nursing program is
accredited by:
Wisconsin Board of Nursing
Dept. of Regulation & Licensing
1400 East Washington St.
P.O. Box 8935
Madison,Wi 53708-8935
(608)-266-2112
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Upon graduation:
All students are eligible to apply to the Wisconsin State
Board of Nursing to take the Wisconsin State Board
Examination for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
When you have obtained your license as a Practical Nurse,
your title will then be “Licensed Practical Nurse” (LPN)
Prior to that licensure:
During the Practical Nursing Program, your title is a
“Student Practical Nurse” (SPN).
Upon Graduation, your title is a “Graduate Practical
Nurse” (GPN).
Note: You are NOT allowed to use the title of LPN until you
have successfully completed your licensure exam.
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Practical Nursing Education
offerings at NWTC:
Upon completion and graduation from the
NWTC Practical Nursing program, you will
obtain a Technical Diploma.
The Practical Nursing program on a full time
track is consider a three semester
program.
The Practical Nursing program on a part time
track is consider a six semester program.
Both education tracks will complete 30
credits of course education.
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Practical Nursing
Education
FULL TIME track
further explained:
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Semester 1:
Semester 2:
Semester 3:
Course no: 10-801-195
Course no: 10-809-188
Written Communication
Credit: 3
Developmental Psychology
Credit: 3
Course no: 10-801-196
Oral/Interpersonal comm
Credit: 3
Course no: *31-806-312
Course no: *31-543-301
Course no: * 31-543-305
Anatomy/StructureFunction
PN-Nursing Fundamentals
Credit: 2
PN-Nursing Health
Alterations
Credit: 3
Course no: *31-543-302
Course no: *31-543-306
PN- Nursing Skills
Credit: 3
PN-Nursing Health
Promotions
Credit: 3
Course no: * 31-543-303
Course no: *31-543-307
PN-Nursing Pharmacology
Credit: 2
PN-Nursing Clin Care
Lifespan
Credit: 2
Course no: *31-543-304
PN-Nursing Intro to
Clinical Practice
Credit: 2
Course no: *331-543-308
Total semester credit: 12
Total semester credit: 138
Credit: 2
Total semester credit: 5
PN-Nursing Intro to Clin
Mgmt
Credit: 2
Practical Nursing
Education
PART TIME track
further explained:
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Program Course requirements:
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A minimum of a C grade (80 %) is required in the FULL
time and Part time track for ALL courses marked with an
*asterik.
ALL students are required to be successful in ALL first
semester courses to be eligible to progress to second
semester course work.
IF a student is UNSUCCESSFUL in any course, referral
to NWTC Administration (Kay Tupala or Cindy Theys) for
consultation of individual program/education plan.
Two failures in the same course requires removal from
the Practical Nursing program.
Further explanation of each course description can be
found in the NWTC PN program brochure.
Course expectations (calendar, lesson plans etc) are
reviewed during the course orientation by the facilitating
course instructor.
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Program Clinical requirements:
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All students entering ANY program clinical are required to have current
documentation of CPR, Caregiver Background Check, TB skin test.
All program clinical obligations have clinical affiliation sites which require the
student to attend day/evening clinical sessions.
Most clinical shifts are approximately 6.5 hours. Clinical “start” times are
specific to the facility and clinical specialty. Specifics of each clinical will be
addressed by the program instructors with the students prior to the required
clinical affiliation.
Further explanation of each clinical description can be found in the NWTC
PN program brochure
A minimum of a C grade (80 %) is required in the FULL time and Part time
track for ALL clinical courses marked with an *asterik.
ALL students are required to be successful in the first semester clinical to be
eligible to progress to second semester clinical affiliations.
IF a student is UNSUCCESSFUL in any clinical, referral to NWTC
Administration (Kay Tupala or Cindy Theys) for consultation of individual
program/education plan.
Two failures in the same clinical requires removal from the Practical Nursing
program.
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The first year of the PN program
and the first year of the ADN
program...
Many students question that the curriculum of the
first year of the PN program and ADN program
are identically the same.
The course titles, credits and learning objectives
are identical. The major difference is the “face
to face” time the student as with his/her
instructor during allotted theories.
The PN program had DOUBLE the amount of
theory time allowed.
(The ADN program covers the same theory
content in ½ the amount of time!!)
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What Can I do to increase my
success in the program?
As the Program Instructors and NWTC Administration, we
want to see ALL students succeed.
It is with our experience working with students that guide
us in providing you factors to consider PRIOR to your
program start date.
As indicated in the previous content, successful completion
of ALL first semester course work is required in order to
progress to the second semester.
The flow of the content in ALL of the identified program
courses are complex and content flows quickly in each
course.
This requires significant student preparation outside of the
classroom.
The general rule of study is:
For every one credit, allow two hours (minimally) of 14
independent study time.
Personal time management:
1.Students are discouraged from attempting to work full-time
while in the full time or part time program tracks.
2. Major life events: Wedding, childbirth, family vacations
(may prevent lack of program progression)
3. Consider RELIABLE arrangements for child care. (Backup arrangements are also highly recommended)
 Complete ALL program entry requirements:
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Physical exam ( injections, recommended titers, TB skin
tests), CPR, Caregiver Background Check.
NOTE: If ANY of these items are NOT complete, this could
jeopardize your entry into the first clinical: PN-Nursing
Intro to Clinical Practice.
It is also your responsibility to keep these items “current”
throughout the program.
IF failure to keep any of these items current, may result in
lack of clinical progression. (Example: expired TB skin
test or CPR card)
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On-line Math course: Course number: 76-854-746.
All students are encouraged to enroll in the NWTC on-line math course.
This course is offered as a “self paced” course. It significantly will
assist you in the math requirements of the program. The text book
accompanying this course is a great reference!
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CNA Refresher: Term: 2068
This course is offered two times each semester. Please contact the
Health Science Office for dates and times!
The first semester PN-Nursing Skills is NOT a review of CNA skills. It is
required that ALL students will be efficient in the CNA skill
requirements. This course is open to ANY practicing CNA or the
individual that has not utilized his/her CNA skills approximately
for one year prior to program entry. **Great way to see if your
CNA practice is current!
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Medical Terminology: Course number: 10-501-101.
This course allows you to become familiar with medical terminology
identified in the program courses.
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Contact appropriate NWTC services:
1. Financial Aid office
2. Skill center (To assist in study habits,
test taking, math skills, tutoring)
3. Disability/Special Needs Office (NWTC
complies with the Disability Act. All
program instructors are willing to
accommodate special requests)
*Note: Telephone numbers for the services
listed above will be addressed at the end
of this power point.
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Attend scheduled classes:
Especially the first day of classes!!....
Please consider this mandatory..A significant amount of
material will be addressed in each course from the theory
instructor facilitating the course.
Specific items not limited to include: course description,
course calendar, course expectations.
*Attendance is expected in all courses. Excessive
absenteeism can jeopardize program progression.
 Formulate study groups in each course:
Do not procrastinate! Studying for each class begins the
FIRST day of class!
 Notify NWTC of personal contact changes:
Please keep your name, phone number(s), address,
CURRENT with the NWTC Registration department.
It is difficult to provide appropriate program or campus
correspondence without current contact information.
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 Familiarize
yourself with your campus:
We want you to feel welcomed to YOUR
campus..take a stroll and see what your
campus has to offer you!
Example on the Green Bay campus: The
(SC) Student Center Building is a great
starting point!..this building contains the
Counseling Center, Assessment Center,
Special Needs Office, Cafeteria, Red-Rock
Cafe’ and Bookstore!
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NWTC Administration contacts:
Kay Tupala, Dean of Health Sciences
Office: Health Science Building (3rd floor)
Telephone: (920) 498-5482
Cindy Theys, Nursing Program & Clinical
Coordinator
Office: Health Science Building (3rd floor)
Telephone: (920) 498-7141
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NWTC Service contacts:
NWTC Special Needs Office:
 NWTC Assessment Center:
 NWTC Registration:
 NWTC Financial Aid office:
 The above services may be contacted by
calling (920) 498-5444, simply ask for the
area of your choice.
 Please visit the NWTC website for other
services: http://www.nwtc.edu
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In closing...some final
thoughts...
Your time you spend with us in the NWTC Practical Nursing
Program is considered the most important “job” you will
have...
Consider this educational opportunity as a
“short term commitment for a lifelong reward”...
It is in this time you are preparing, with our guidance for
employment of which you have selected ....the profession of
Nursing!
What an HONOR!
We ask you to take the experience sincerely and seriously.
We look forward in meeting and working with you during your
education journey!
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