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Yavapai College School of Health & Wellness 1100 E. Sheldon Street
Prescott, Arizona 86301 928-776-2247
Rev. 10/31/17
YAVAPAI COLLEGE
NURSING PROGRAM ASSOCIATES IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
NURSING APPLICANT INFORMATION GUIDE
Spring 2019
Application mailing dates are open from September 21, 2018 through October 5, 2018
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Nursing
Registered Nurses (RNs), regardless of specialty or work setting, treat patients, educate patients and the public about various medical conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients’ family members. RNs record patients’ medical histories and symptoms, help perform diagnostic tests and analyze results, operate medical machinery, administer treatment and medications, and help with patient follow-up and rehabilitation.
Employment Outlook
According to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Registered Nurses (RNs) will continue to be in demand, and job opportunities are expected to be favorable. There is a need to attract and retain qualified workers to replace those who will retire over the coming decade and to increase RN positions to meet the needs of the population. Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 15 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. Growth will occur for a number of reasons, including an increased emphasis on preventive care; growing rates of chronic conditions, such as diabetes and obesity; and demand for healthcare services from the baby-boom population, as they live longer and lead more active lives. The financial pressure on hospitals to discharge patients as soon as possible may result in more admission to long-term care facilities, outpatient care centers, and greater need for home healthcare. Growth is also expected to be faster than average in outpatient care centers where patients do not stay overnight.1 Students often receive offers for employment from the same health care organizations where they completed their clinical rotations. In Arizona, entry-level salaries range from about $23.00-$35.00 per hour, depending on the type of practice, benefits, and other considerations.
1 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Registered Nurses, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm (visited October 31, 2017).
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Mission Statement
The mission of the Yavapai College School of Health & Wellness is to provide quality education that will develop competent, caring, holistic and ethical practitioners who value lifelong learning and adapt to continuous changes in the health care system. In accordance with the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc., the mission statement is reviewed on a regular basis. Documentation is reflected in the Nursing Department meeting minutes and the minutes of various committee and faculty forums.
Goals
1. Graduates will achieve clinical competency which will include: 1) achieving an entry level professional knowledge base, 2) practicing safe, effective, and efficient nursing care, and 3) demonstrating nursing skills.
2. Graduates will develop and apply critical thinking and be able to synthesize knowledge and skills to formulate and implement decisions related to complex nursing practice situations in well-defined settings.
3. Graduates will utilize appropriate caring skills with cognitive and psychomotor activities to produce purposeful outcomes that protect, enhance, and preserve human dignity.
4. Graduates will appreciate cultural diversity and learn to integrate knowledge of diversity/culture into nursing practice.
5. Graduates will be able to apply effective interpersonal communication through processes which foster open communication, conflict resolution, and proper delegation along with the importance of (and techniques for) clear, accurate, and timely written and verbal communication.
6. Graduates will be able to identify components of the learning-teaching process and incorporate the learning-teaching role into the nursing role.
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7. Graduates will be responsible and accountable for nursing practice based upon the profession’s code of ethics, standards of practice and legal regulations.
8. Graduates will acquire knowledge and skills to make decisions regarding prioritization, delegation, conflict management and evaluation at all levels of practice involving the coordination of care which will allow them to become managers and leaders.
Program Description
The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing is a 24-month program (four sequential semesters excluding summers) that prepares students for entry-level positions as registered nurses. The program starts twice per year: in the Fall semester and again in the Spring semester. Students must complete 34 credit hours of pre-requisite and co-requisite courses, and 39 credits of Nursing Program core courses. Accreditation – The program is fully approved and accredited by: Arizona State Board of Nursing Accreditation Commission for 1740 W. Adams, Suite 2000 Education in Nursing (ACEN) Phoenix, AZ 85007 3343 Peachtree Road, Suite 850 (602) 771-7800 Atlanta, GA 30326 http://www.azbn.gov (404) 975-5000 www.acenursing.org Locations Offered: Prescott and Verde Valley Campuses Verde Valley students will be required to travel to Prescott for occasional selected experiences. All students are required to provide their own transportation to off-campus clinical activities. The College does not offer nursing courses in other district locations. Important: Once a campus has been assigned to and accepted by a student, it should be assumed that there will be no transfer offered.
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The Nursing Department maintains a file for each applicant and student. The file contains documentation related to admission and progression in the program. See the Yavapai College General Catalog for information regarding Student Record Disclosure and compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. The curriculum is designed in accordance with the accreditation standards set forth by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Academic courses include anatomy and physiology, foundations and concepts of nursing, critical thinking, and other specialized topics. The program is designed around a model of classroom and laboratory instruction integrated with hands-on experience in a clinical setting that provides a thorough educational foundation and professional preparation to enter the workforce as an independent practitioner upon graduation. The Nursing Program is a demanding experience and involves a full-time commitment of up to 40 hours per week plus homework. Students must maintain a minimum grade of 78% in all nursing courses and a minimum of 2.0 GPA in all General Education courses to remain in the program. Students must be adequately prepared to meet the challenge and establish priorities prior to the start of classes. Graduates of the program are eligible to:
1. Receive an AAS degree in Nursing 2. Sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses
(NCLEX-RN) 3. Apply for licensure to practice nursing (Registered Nurse)
ARTICULATION AND TRANSFER
Students who graduate from the Associate Degree Nursing Program at Yavapai College also have the opportunity to transfer into the baccalaureate (Bachelors) program at many four year colleges and universities. Students should contact the Nursing Department and an advisor at the institution for higher learning of their choice for further information.
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Students intending to transfer courses toward a baccalaureate degree in nursing should consult the catalog of the school to which they plan to transfer. If you would like assistance in selecting equivalent courses, please see an academic advisor.
Waiver of Licensure/Certification Guarantee
LICENSURE Graduation from the Yavapai College Associate Degree Nursing Program is not the sole criteria for obtaining a license to practice nursing in Arizona. Licensing requirements are the exclusive responsibility of the Arizona State Board of Nursing (Nursing Practice Act A.R.S. Sections 32-1632, et seq.), and students must satisfy those requirements independently of their satisfaction of any requirements for graduation from Yavapai College. Arizona State Board of Nursing RN Examination Application Information: Pursuant to A.R.S. 32-1606(B)(17), an applicant for professional licensure is ineligible for licensure if the applicant has one or more felony convictions and has not received an absolute discharge from the sentences for all felony convictions five or more years prior to the date of filing an application. If you are ineligible for licensure because less than five years has elapsed from the absolute discharge of a sentence for a felony conviction, your application for licensure will be considered incomplete. You will receive a deficiency notice, and your application will be considered withdrawn unless you are able to provide proof, within 180 days of receiving a deficiency notice, that more than five years has elapsed from the date of absolute discharge of your sentence. Any fees submitted will not be refunded. All applicants for a nursing license will be fingerprinted and must receive state and federal clearance. At the time of this printing, all applicants are asked the following questions:
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1. Are you currently under investigation or is disciplinary action pending against your nursing license or CNA certificate in any state or territory of the United States?
If yes, include with your application a detailed explanation and a copy of the paperwork regarding current investigation or pending disciplinary action.
Before answering the next question, read the following: The fact that a conviction has been pardoned, expunged, dismissed, deferred, or that your civil rights have been restored does not mean that you answer the question “no.” You must answer “yes” and give details on the conviction. 2. Have you ever been convicted, entered a plea of guilty, nolo contendere or
no contest, or have you ever been sentenced, served time in jail or prison, or had probation or sentence deferred in any felony or undesignated offense other than a minor traffic violation? If you answer yes, your application will not be processed until you provide proof that it has been more than five years since the sentence for each felony conviction has been COMPLETED or provide proof that the conviction was designated a misdemeanor.
If an applicant answers “yes” to any of the above questions, he/she will be required to explain and provide related documentation to the Arizona State Board of Nursing. An investigation by the Board may follow. These applicants are encouraged to discuss the situation with the Nursing Program Director prior to application to the Yavapai College nursing program and must call the Arizona State Board of Nursing (602-771-7800). INTERPRETATION OF Felony Bar Statutes by Arizona State Board of Nursing: https://www.azbn.gov/discipline-complaints/interpretation-of-felony-bar-statutes For purposes of the Nursing Board's felony bar statutes, A.R.S Sections 32-1606(B)(17) and 1646(B), the commission of any felony offense on or after July 23, 2010, which results in a conviction of an undesignated offense, shall be treated by the Board as a felony "until such time as the court may actually enter an order designating the offense a misdemeanor" pursuant to A.R.S. Section 13-604(A).
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Advising
Students seeking admission to the Nursing Program must see an academic advisor to confirm completion of all of the pre-entry courses, and to review all transcripts after they have been evaluated. Transcripts must be official transcripts sent directly from your previous institution(s) to the Yavapai College Registrar. Once the transcripts are received, it is your responsibility to contact the Registrar’s office and request to have them evaluated. You may contact Registration at 928-776-2149.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING (Curriculum Plan for 2018-2019)
Math and science course work must be completed within the last ten years. Course work transferred from other colleges must be evaluated for equivalency. Courses in each semester are prerequisite to the next semester. Deviation from this plan requires written advance approval by the Nursing Program Director. Pre-requisite courses must be completed or in progress in order to be eligible to apply for the next nursing cohort group. A student who does not successfully complete all of the pre-requisite and co-requisite courses by the end of a program semester, as outlined below, will not be allowed to continue into the next nursing semester or course. Pre-requisites:
Pre-requisite Credit Hours
Current certification as a CNA, LNA OR AHS 114 or equivalent within the last two years
MAT 152 MAT 142
College Algebra OR Concepts in College Mathematics
MAT 122 OR placement MAT 092 OR placement
3
ENG 101 College Composition I ENG 100 OR placement 3 BIO 156 BIO 181
Human Biology for Allied Health OR General Biology I
4
BIO 201 Anatomy & Physiology I BIO 156 OR BIO 181 4
Critical Thinking (Any approved course from Critical Thinking General Education Courses - see 2017 - 2018 Catalog.)
3
Total Pre-Requisite Credits 17
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Semester 1 *BIO 202 Anatomy & Physiology II BIO 201 4 NSG 131 Foundations in Nursing I Admission to nursing
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*NTR 135 Human Nutrition 3 Total Semester Credits 15
Semester 2 NSG 132
Foundations in Nursing II NSG 131 9
NSG 210 Pharmacology and Nursing Practice NSG 131, BIO 201 & BIO 202 3 *PSY 245 Human Growth & Development 3 *ENG 102 College Composition II ENG 101 OR consent 3
Total Semester Credits 18
Pre-requisite Credit Hours Semester 3 *BIO 205 Microbiology BIO 100 OR BIO 156 OR BIO
181 4
NSG 231 Concepts in Nursing III NSG 132 OR consent 7 NSG 233 Perinatal and Women’s Health Nursing NSG 132 OR consent 2
Total Semester Credits 13 Semester 4 NSG 232 Concepts in Nursing IV NSG 231 OR consent 5 NSG 234 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing NSG 231 OR consent 3 NSG 235 Nursing Management and Leadership NSG 231 OR consent 2
Total Semester Credits 10
*Denotes a Program General Education Requirement – it is recommended that you consider completing this course prior to admission to the Program. The nursing program is very demanding and time intensive. In addition to classroom presentations, there are activities in the campus lab, clinical agencies, and discussion groups. Homework, multimedia, and out-of-class assignments are also required.
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Estimated Cost for the Nursing Program for 2018-2019 (Based upon Arizona Resident Student Status)
Pre-Requisite & Co-Requisite Tuition (refer to pages 10-11) cost includes AHS114
$3,629.00
Program Tuition $5,928.00 Textbooks (EBooks + recommended materials) Printed texts add $308
$1,325.00
Other Required Equipment $250.00 Background Check, Drug Test, and Immunization Tracker (CastleBranch.com)
$135.50
Uniforms and shoes Varies by vendor $200.00 Physical Exam and Immunizations Varies by provider $350.00 CPR Varies by provider $58.00 Fingerprinting Fees (AZDPS & Fieldprint Fingerprinting)
Subject to change $74.95
Transportation Varies by clinical site/address $750.00 Nursing Pin (at time of Program completion) Gold Pin $100.00
Silver Pin $65.00 RN licensure fees (after Program completion) $525.00
The above information is provided to give students, parents and advisors an approximate cost of the program. These are only estimates. The actual costs may be higher or lower. Tuition and other fees may change at the Governing Board’s discretion while this document is in effect. In addition, the Nursing Department may have cause to increase fees. Please make sure that you take on the responsibility of knowing tuition and fee schedules as they pertain to you.
Financial Aid
Financial aid may be available to you. Please contact the financial aid office at 928-776-2152.
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Admissions
Enrollment is limited and the selective admission process is highly competitive. Students must meet the minimum admission requirements of the program and those required for admission to Yavapai College. Admission to the program is based on an one hundred point value system. Points are calculated by a formula related to iNET HESI pre-entrance exam, residency, and other criteria as listed on the Yavapai College Nursing Program Selection Criteria portion of this guide. Achieving a high level of success in the pre-entry and co-requisite courses will improve a student’s chance for admission to the program. All pre-entry and related courses must be completed, official transcripts evaluated by the registrar, and unofficial transcripts submitted with the application prior to receiving credit for points towards acceptance into the Nursing Program.
Yavapai College Nursing Program Selection Criteria
Admission to the program is based on a point system, utilizing the criteria listed below. Students will be required to provide proof of residency (tuition residency is defined by the Arizona State Legislature and is outlined in the Yavapai College catalog). Proof of course work and registration history at Yavapai College will be established by the records on file in the Registrar’s office. Final selection and placement is at the sole discretion of the Nursing Program Director. Selective Admissions Point System (This system is based on a total of 100 possible points.) _____Residency (10 points possible)
• Residency within Yavapai County 10 pts
• Residency within the state of Arizona 5 pts
• Residency outside state or country 0 pts
_____HESI Pre-Entrance Comprehensive Score (30 points possible)
• 92 - 100 30 pts
• 84 – 91.99 20 pts
• 78 – 83.99 10 pts
Any scores under 75 in Math, Anatomy and Physiology, Reading Comprehension, and English Language Composite Score are not eligible to apply.
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_____Total Required General Education Credits Completed Pre-Program Entry and Program General Education Credits earned equal 1/2 point each and must be completed with the letter grade “C” or better based upon transcripts evaluated by the YC Registrar. One half additional point will be awarded if all non-nursing core credits/courses are completed.
• 39 credits (up to 20 points possible) 20 pts
•
_____ Pre-requisite Points Based on Course Grades • BIO 201 A=8 pts B=6 pts C=2 pts
• MAT 142/152 A=6 pts B=4 pts C=2 pts
• ENG 101 A=6 pts B=4 pts C=2 pts 20 pts When multiple course attempts are reported on college transcript(s), only the first two attempts within the past five (5) years will be considered. A withdrawal from a course is considered an attempt. For pre-requisite courses that were completed at an institution other than Yavapai College, please provide an unofficial transcript with your application if you wish to have these courses considered in the point system. Courses transferred into Yavapai College show as a “T” on Yavapai College transcripts.
_____Current Yavapai College Students Completion of at least 12 Pre-Program Entry and Program General Educations credits of course work at YC. 10 pts
_____Attended Pre-Nursing Workshop (within the last 12 months) 5 pts
(Visit www.yc.edu/advising for schedule). The Nursing Department tracks this information, there is no need to provide any documentation.
_____Current State Nursing Assistant Certification/License 5 pts (Include a copy of your certification or license)
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Zero Tolerance Guidelines
The Yavapai College Nursing Program supports a Zero Tolerance Policy. Any Nursing Program student engaging in the following behaviors is subject to immediate dismissal from classes and disciplinary action as described in the Yavapai College Student Handbook, the Yavapai College Nursing Student Handbook and the Yavapai College Code of Student Conduct.
1. Intentionally or recklessly causing physical harm to any person on the campus or at a clinical site, or intentionally or recklessly causing reasonable apprehension of such harm.
2. Unauthorized use or possession of any weapon or explosive device on the campus or at a clinical site.
3. Unauthorized use, distribution, or possession of any controlled substances or illegal drug for any purpose (i.e., distribution, personal use) on the campus or at a clinical site.
4. Any misconduct covered by the Yavapai College Code of Student Conduct.
Health Requirements Certain functional abilities are essential for the delivery of safe, effective nursing care. These abilities are essential in the sense that they constitute core components of nursing practice, and there is a high probability that negative consequences will result for patient/clients under the care of nurses who fail to demonstrate these abilities. A program preparing students for the practice of nursing must attend to these essential functional abilities in the education and evaluation of its students.
This statement of the Technical Standards of the Nursing Program at Yavapai College identifies the functional abilities deemed by the nursing faculty to be essential to the practice of nursing. Reference material used in the development of these standards include the Arizona Nurse Practice Act,
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The Functional Abilities Essential for the Delivery of Safe, Effective Nursing Care (a descriptive research study conducted by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing), and Core Components and Competencies of ADN graduates (developed by the Council of Associate Degree Nursing of the National League for Nursing). The Technical Standards are reflected in the Nursing Program’s performance-based outcomes, which are the basis for teaching and evaluating all nursing students. Students with disabilities who think they may require accommodation in meeting the Technical Standards of the Nursing Program should contact the Office of Disability Services to discuss the process of identifying reasonable accommodations. Students should seek accommodation advising as soon as possible so that a plan for accommodation can be in place at the beginning of the program. Applicants seeking admission to the Nursing Program who may have questions about the Technical Standards and appropriate reasonable accommodations are invited to discuss their questions with the Office of Disability Services. Reasonable accommodation will be directed toward providing an equal educational opportunity for students with disabilities while adhering to the standards of nursing practice for all students. Registration with Disability Services is required before any accommodation requests can be granted. Under no circumstances will any course requirements or technical standards be waived for any student, with or without a disability.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS
The practice of nursing requires the following functional abilities with or without reasonable accommodations. a. Visual acuity sufficient to assess patients and their environments and to
implement the nursing care plans that are developed from such assessments.
Examples of relevant activities (nonexclusive):
• Detect changes in skin color or condition
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• Collect data from recording equipment and measurement devices used in patient care
• Detect a fire in a patient area and initiate emergency action • Draw up the correct quantity of medication into a syringe
b. Hearing ability sufficient to assess patients and their environments and
to implement the nursing care plans that are developed from such assessments. Examples of relevant activities (nonexclusive):
• Detect sounds related to bodily functions using a stethoscope • Detect audible alarms within the frequency and volume ranges of the
sounds generated by mechanical systems that monitor bodily functions
• Communicate clearly in telephone conversations • Communicate effectively with patients and with other members of
the health care team
c. Olfactory ability sufficient to assess patients and to implement the nursing care plans that are developed from such assessments. Examples of relevant activities (nonexclusive):
• Detect foul odors of bodily fluids or spoiled foods • Detect smoke from burning materials
d. Tactile ability sufficient to assess patients and to implement the nursing care plans that are developed from such assessments. Examples of relevant activities (nonexclusive): • Detect changes in skin temperature • Detect unsafe temperature levels in heat-producing devices used in
patient care • Detect anatomical abnormalities, such as subcutaneous crepitus,
edema, or infiltrated intravenous fluid
e. Strength and mobility sufficient to perform patient care activities and emergency procedures Examples of relevant activities (nonexclusive):
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• Safely transfer patients in and out of bed. A standard guideline
assigned to weight lifting capability is 50 pounds; however, students will encounter situations requiring them to lift and manipulate greater than 50 pounds.
• Turn and position patients as needed to prevent complications due to bed rest
• Hang intravenous bags at the appropriate level • Accurately read the volumes in body fluid collection devices hung
below bed level • Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation
f. Fine motor skills sufficient to perform psychomotor skills integral to patient care Examples of relevant activities (nonexclusive):
• Safely dispose of needles in sharps containers • Accurately place and maintain position of stethoscope for detecting
sounds of bodily functions • Manipulate small equipment and containers, such as syringes, vials,
ampules, and medication packages, to administer medications
g. Physical endurance sufficient to complete assigned periods of clinical practice and to function effectively under stress in acute health care situations.
h. Ability to speak, comprehend, read, and write English at a level that meets the need for accurate, clear, and effective communication
i. Emotional stability to function effectively under stress, to work as a part of a team and to respond appropriately to supervision; to adapt to changing situations, to respond appropriately to patients and families under stress, and to follow through on assigned patient care responsibilities.
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j. Cognitive ability to collect, analyze, and integrate information and knowledge to make clinical judgments and manage decisions that promote positive patient outcomes
k. Other abilities sufficient to demonstrate competencies such as ability to arrive to a clinical on a timely basis; to meet the demands for timely performance of duties; to meet organizational requirements to perform these duties in a professional and competent manner.
Health Declaration
It is essential that nursing students be able to perform a number of physical activities in the clinical portion of the program. At a minimum, students will be required to lift and/or reposition patients, stand for several hours at a time, and perform bending and twisting activities. Students will be required to transport patients on gurneys and in wheelchairs, move heavy equipment throughout the clinical site, and must be physically capable of performing CPR in an emergency situation. A standard guideline assigned to weight lifting capability is 50 pounds; however, students will encounter situations requiring them to lift and manipulate greater than 50 pounds. It is advisable that students consult with their physicians prior to the start of this program, and determine their ability to perform the necessary job requirements. Students who have a chronic illness or condition must be capable of implementing safe, direct patient care, while maintaining their own current treatments or medications. The clinical experiences also place students under considerable mental and emotional stress as they undertake responsibilities and duties impacting patients’ lives. Students must be able to demonstrate rational and appropriate behavior under stressful conditions. Individuals should give careful consideration to the mental and physical demands of the program. A healthcare provider must sign the Health Care Provider Signature Form attached at the back of this document stating that these conditions can be met. Health care providers who qualify to sign the declaration include a licensed physician (M.D., D. O.), nurse practitioner, or a physician’s assistant. Their medical license number must be included on the form along with date the physical examination was performed. The physical examination date must not
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exceed six months from nursing application submission. Please also note that a doctor’s release may be required to enter or continue in the Program as illness or injuries occur.
IMMUNIZATIONS
Students should submit copies of their immunization records, and retain the originals for their own files. The Nursing Department is unable to provide copies of these records to replace lost originals. Students are responsible for remaining in compliance with all mandated immunizations and must adhere to all deadline requirements. Copies of updates to immunization records must be submitted to Castle Branch (castlebranch.com) after admission to the Nursing Program for the student files as mandated by the Department in order to continue in the program. All immunization records must include your name, name and signature of the healthcare provider giving the immunization and date.
1. MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella): Adults entering health care professions must have documented proof of immunity (positive titer) or proof of two MMR’s. A positive titer needs to be positive for Measles, Mumps, and Rubella. Additional immunization is generally required when titer results are not positive for each- plan accordingly. Persons born prior to 1957 may be considered immune. MMR documentation must be submitted as part of the student application for the nursing program.
2. Varicella (Chicken Pox): Documented proof of immunity or two varicella immunizations are required with the submission of the student’s application into the nursing program. If the student has had chickenpox, a positive titer is necessary to document immunity.
3. Tuberculosis: Negative skin test (annually) or chest x-ray with a statement
signed by a health professional that student does not have active tuberculosis (annually). It is the responsibility of the student to maintain annual screenings.
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4. Hepatitis B: Documented evidence of completed series or positive titer. If beginning a series, the first injection must be prior to application to the program. Documentation of the completed series must be submitted to the Nursing office.
5. Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis): A vaccination is required every ten (10) years. Please provide proof of a Tdap vaccination that was administered less than ten (10) years ago. It is the responsibility of the student to maintain a record of a Tdap vaccination of less than ten (10) years throughout the duration of the Nursing Program. This documentation is required as part of the student’s application into the Nursing Program.
6. Influenza: Annual vaccination is required. It is the responsibility of the
student to receive a vaccination by October 15th of every year. If a student has an allergy to the flu vaccine, documentation is required from a licensed health care provider.
7. BLS (Basic Life Support) certification must be current for the entire Nursing
Program. CPR certification status is reported annually while students are enrolled in the program. The Nursing Program only accepts BLS (CPR & AED) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA- preferred) or the American Red Cross. Online courses are not acceptable. Students without current documented BLS Provider certification (CPR & AED) will be dismissed from the Nursing Program. It is the responsibility of the student to maintain current certification.
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Steps to Apply for Admission
Students must apply to and be admitted to Yavapai College prior to applying to the Nursing Program. Please go to www.yc.edu and complete the Yavapai College admission procedure. Nursing Program applications will be accepted from September 21, 2018 through October 5, 2018 for Spring 2019 acceptance. Applications must be postmarked by October 5, 2018. Only applications submitted by U.S. mail will be accepted. If you would like confirmation that your application has been received, please send your application via certified mail, and request return receipt delivery confirmation. All applications will be considered received as of the date of their postmark. This is the address to use for sending in your application:
(You can cut out the address box and tape it to your mailing envelope)
Nursing Program Application Yavapai College
1100 E. Sheldon Street YC Box 6017
Prescott, AZ 86301
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Applications for admissions must include the following:
1. Nursing Program Application for Admission form. The application form is provided within this guide.
2. All relevant official transcripts of completed pre-entry and General Education courses must be received and evaluated in the Yavapai College Registrar’s office. Official transcripts are mailed directly from one Registrar’s office to another Registrar’s office. Hand carried transcripts are not official transcripts.
3. A copy of your unofficial Yavapai College transcript, and a copy of additional unofficial transcripts being used to satisfy pre-requisite or co-requisite requirements for the Nursing Program. You can download YC transcripts from your YC Student Portal at no charge. Please note that transfer credits show up on YC college transcripts with a grade of T for transfer. To receive credit on the Yavapai College Nursing Program Selection Criteria point system for pre-requisite completion, please provide all relevant unofficial transcripts with your application.
4. Immunization and Documentation Cover Sheet (part of this guide) and copies of documents supporting each immunization status.
5. Printout of your residency status from your myYC Portal record, please call 928-776-2149 for assistance if you need it. Include a copy of your Arizona Driver’s License. If the issue date on your license is less than a year old and you want points for Yavapai County Residency, attach utility bills in your name supporting one year’s county residency.
6. Healthcare Provider Signature Form (included in this guide). Keep a copy of the completed form for your records. Upon conditional acceptance, your copy of this form is submitted to Castle Branch to meet Nursing Program requirements.
7. Copy of your HESI Pre-Admission Test Results.
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8. Advisor Pre-Entry Check Sheet Form for the Nursing Program. You will receive a check sheet at your appointment with your advisor and you will need to attach a copy of your unofficial Yavapai College transcript (and transfer transcripts if applicable). In order to get credit for classes taken at other colleges, courses must be evaluated to appear on your YC transcript. Please call 928-776-2106 (Prescott) or 928-634-6510 (Verde) to reach the advising department with questions or concerns.
9. Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card. Fingerprinting appointments are available online at www.azdps.gov/services/public/fingerprint through Fieldprint Fingerprinting (a third party vendor). Students must schedule an appointment through the website to process their fingerprint application for AZDPS. The online fee covers the cost for Fieldprint Fingerprinting and the DPS application fee. Applicants must bring their appointment number along with a government issued photo id, and a secondary form of identification to the designated location at the scheduled appointment time (see website for list of acceptable forms of identification). Failure to keep the appointment or cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will result in a re-scheduling fee. Processing may take 1 - 4 weeks. For those individuals who do have a criminal record, the process may take 6 - 17 weeks. Copies of both sides of the Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card are required as part of the application.
10. There is a $55.00 (fifty-five dollar) non-refundable application fee due
at the time of application. Payment is accepted at a Yavapai College cashier/business office or online at www.yc.edu/nursing. You must include a copy of your receipt as part of the Nursing Program Application.
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Additional Admission Requirements After Conditional Acceptance
1. Drug testing, Criminal Background Check, and Immunization Tracker (One all-inclusive package through Castle Branch): a fee of $135.50 is payable to Castle Branch after a conditional acceptance letter is received. An additional fee may be required if you have had multiple addresses in past years.
2. CPR card (BLS Certification) and TB test to be submitted to Castle Branch as part of the Immunization Tracker requirements.
3. Yavapai College Picture ID – due the first day of classes.
Background Check All students are required to obtain a background check. Information regarding how to obtain the background check will be provided to the student upon provisional acceptance to the program. The cost of this background check is at the student’s expense. Due to clinical agency contracts, any negative results will be reviewed to determine admission or continuation in the program, on a case-by-case basis by the Nursing Department and the Nursing Program Director.
Drug Testing
Random drug testing is a standard procedure throughout the Nursing Program. The first drug test will be at the student’s expense. Any subsequent drug testing will be done at the program’s expense. When a student is informed that they are a subject of random drug testing, they will be provided an appropriate form and a list of local laboratories that they can utilize and the drug testing must be completed by the end of that business day.
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Notification of Acceptance to the Program
Letters of Acceptance will be sent by US mail on or before October 19, 2018. Please refrain from contacting the Nursing Department prior to October 24, 2018, if you have not received a letter. It is your responsibility to make sure that your mailing address is current and up to date with the department at all times. You can do this by emailing [email protected] with your new address or phone number AND changing it in your myYC portal account so that it may be verified. If you are not accepted to the program you will receive a letter stating so. Alternates are also identified at this time and notified by mail. Each applicant will receive one of these three types of letters. All letters (letters of acceptance, denials, and alternate status) are mailed via US mail on the same day. No notification is made over the phone, by email, or in person. For optional concurrent enrollment program (CEP) applicants, a separate application will need to be sent to the partnering university. Notification of acceptance into a CEP is sent by the university to which you are applying. Please check with your advisor for more details on this process.
Important!
Your application must contain all of the required documents and be legible to be considered for admission to the program. Applicants
should keep their original documents and submit only copies with their application. Please use the attached checklist to ensure that you are
submitting everything that is required. Submit your application via the U. S. Postal Service to the Prescott Nursing Office. Retain a copy of your
complete application for your records.
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Application Checklist for YC Nursing Program
� Nursing Program Application � All relevant official transcripts of completed pre-entry and
General Education courses must be received and evaluated in the Yavapai College Registrar’s office. Official transcripts are mailed directly from one Registrar’s office to another Registrar’s office. Hand carried transcripts are not official transcripts. It is your responsibility to confirm that YC has received them and that they have been evaluated (928-776-2149).
� Healthcare Provider Signature Form � Pre-Entry Check Sheet Form for the Nursing program signed by the Academic Advisor and the student with a
copy of your (unofficial) transcripts attached. � Copy of both sides of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card. � Copies of all immunizations or titers in support of your Immunization & Documentation cover sheet. The cover sheet cannot be used as an immunization record. � Copy of receipt for payment of $55.00 non-refundable Application Fee � Enlarged copy (for legibility) of your Driver’s License and, if appropriate, your utility bills for the last 12 months for proof of residency. � Copy of your my YC Portal Residency information. (Contact Registrar’s office for assistance, if necessary). � Copy of your HESI Pre-Entrance Exam Scores � Copy of your CNA certificate or LNA license if you are using it in
lieu of the AHS114 course prerequisite or requesting additional points for it.
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Personal – Please Print or Type (Important - Please provide your Middle Name)
Name: (Last) (First) (Middle)
Address: (Street) (City, State) (Zip Code)
Mailing Address: (if different from above)
Telephone Numbers: (Home) (Work) (Cell)
Employer/Place of Employment:
Student YC ID (“Y”) No.: YC email: Alt. email:
Please number your section location preferences 1 or 2 in order of your preference. If you will not accept a certain location, write 0 in that space. Leaving a blank indicates you will NOT accept the section. Prescott Program _____ Verde Program _____ Please consider my application for an AAS/BSN concurrent enrollment program- Mark with an X: Northern Arizona University ____Y ____N University of Phoenix ____Y____N Arizona State University ____Y____N
Yavapai College Nursing Program APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SIGN BELOW I certify that the information on this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that withholding information or giving false information may make me ineligible for admission and enrollment. I release from all liability or damages those persons, agencies, or organizations who may furnish information in connection with my application for admission. If accepted, I agree to read and abide by all school and Department policies and procedures. Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: _______________________
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HEALTH CARE PROVIDER SIGNATURE FORM
Instructions for Completion of Health Care Provider Signature Form: A health care provider must sign the Health Care Provider Signature Form and indicate whether the applicant will be able to function as a Nursing Program student. Health care providers who qualify to sign this declaration include a licensed physician (M.D., D.O.), nurse practitioner, or a physician’s assistant. (Please Print) Applicant Name: _______________________________ Student ID No.:____________________ It is essential that Nursing Program students be able to perform a number of physical activities in the clinical portion of the program. At a minimum, students will be required to lift and/or reposition patients, stand for several hours at a time, and perform bending and twisting activities. Students will be required to transport patients on gurneys and in wheelchairs, move heavy equipment throughout the clinical site, and must be physically capable of performing CPR in an emergency situation. A standard guideline assigned to weight lifting capability is 50 pounds; however, students will encounter situations requiring them to lift and manipulate greater than 50 pounds. It is advisable that students consult with their physicians prior to the start of this program, and determine their ability to perform the necessary job requirements. Students who have a chronic illness or condition must be capable of implementing safe, direct patient care, while maintaining their own current treatments or medications. The clinical experiences also place students under considerable mental and emotional stress as they undertake responsibilities and duties impacting patients’ lives. Students must be able to demonstrate rational and appropriate behavior under stressful conditions. Individuals should give careful consideration to the mental and physical demands of the program. I believe the applicant _____WILL OR _____WILL NOT be able to function as a nursing student as described above. If not, please explain:
Licensed Healthcare Examiner (M.D., D.O., N.P., P.A.)
Print Name: _____________________________________________ Medical License No.:___________________
Signature:_______________________________________________ Date: _______________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________
City: _____________________________ State: ______ Zip Code: ______________Phone: __________________
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Immunization and Documentation Cover Sheet Please complete this form and attach all supporting documentation as requested within this Application Guide.
Name:______________________________ Yavapai College “Y” No.:_______________ Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card Number____________________ Expiration Date:_______________ Date of 1st MMR Immunization _____________________________} } OR Date of Titer:____________________ Date of 2nd MMR Immunization_____________________________} OR Date of Birth:____________________ (if born prior to 1957) Date of 1st HepB Immunization_______________________ ______} } OR Date of Titer:____________________ Date of 2nd HepB Immunization___________ _________________} (2nd HepB not required for program entry) } Date of 3rd HepB Immunization_____________________________} (3rd HepB not required for program entry) } Date of 1st Varicella Immunization __________________________} } OR Date of Titer:____________________ Date of 2nd Varicella Immunization__________________________} Date of Tdap Immunization________________________________ Date of most recent Flu vaccination: ___________________________________ Date Nursing Advisor Signed Pre-Entry Course Completion Check Sheet Form:__________________________ Name of Nursing Advisor:_______________________________________________________ Receipt Number for Application Fee:______________________________________________ Remember: Copies of all documents in support of the information provided by you must be attached as part of a complete application. All documentation is required as part of the application. Incomplete documentation will result in an incomplete application and loss of eligibility until the next application cycle.
