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| Nursing (R.N.) |
Prepare men and women for challenging and rewarding careers as Registered Nurses who assist in the overall planning and providing of nursing care for patients and their families, as well as educating patients in health maintenance and restoration. |
Nursing Mission Statement |
Prepare students to be professional, caring Registered Nurses who promote optimal levels of wellness for individuals, families, and communities.
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Degree: Associate of Applied Science |
Two-year [seven quarters] full-time degree schedule of nursing, science, and general education courses; program completion may be extended over a maximum of five [5] years. MTC nursing students complete varied clinical experiences. Graduates are eligible to take the licensing examination of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing to become a Registered Nurse [R.N.]. |
Admission: Limited Enrollment
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Final high school transcript [or GED results] and complete MTC Application for Admission [including nonrefundable application fee].
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American College Test [ACT] results.
- To complete the program in a seven-quarter period, you must have a minimum composite score of 21.
- Scores prior to 10/01/89 will be converted to current scale.
- A minimum score of 15 is required for general program admission.
- For composite scores of 15-20, college-level coursework must be demonstrated prior to qualifying for admission.
- ACT requirement is waived for students with a B.S. or B.A. degree from a regionally- accredited college.
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A 2.0 accumulative GPA is the minimum for acceptance/continuation.
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Successful completion of high school biology, chemistry, and algebra is required. [MTC offers courses to meet these requirements if not completed in high school.]
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Satisfactory completion of Nurse Aide Training [NUR1000A] or state training for nurse aide is required before entry into NUR1010A – Foundations of Nursing I.
- Satisfactory completion of HLT1000A Health Terminology I and HLT1010A Health Terminology II (or equivalent) prior to entry into NUR1010A Foundations of Nursing I.
- Successful completion of a criminal background check prior to entry into NUR1010A Foundations of Nursing I.
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Transfer students must qualify in accordance with current Nursing Department policies.
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Completed MTC Nursing [R.N.] Technology Program application.
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Information session with MTC’s Dean of Nursing [R.N.] Technology.
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| Program Note: |
HLT1000A Health Terminology and HLT1010A Health Terminology II will be required for all nursing students beginning in the Fall of 2009. This is not an admission requirement. Successful completion of both HLT1000A & HLT1010A (or equivalent) will be pre-requisites for NUR1010A Foundations of Nursing I. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please contact your academic advisor.
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What am I expected to learn? |
- collect and utilize data from the patient and available resources using categories of human functioning assessment format to identify basic health care needs
- recognize and respect the cultural, spiritual, and ethnic diversity of patients and their families
- select nursing diagnoses based on analysis of the health pattern data
- establish goals with the patient, their family and significant others, and members of the health care team consistent with the overall comprehensive plan of care
- develop an individualized plan of care using established nursing diagnoses and protocols to promote, support, and restore health
- implement a plan of care according to priority of needs
- evaluate patient responses to nursing interventions and alter the plan of care as necessary to meet patient needs
- utilize effective communications techniques to assist patients, families, and significant others in coping with
and resolving problems
- communicate verbally and in writing patient behaviors, responses to nursing interventions, and responses to medical regimen
- develop and implement individualized teaching plans that include health counseling, discharge planning, and implementation of a therapeutic regimen specific to the patient’s level of development, knowledge, and learning needs
- prioritize, plan, organize, and implement nursing care for a group of patients
- collaborate with members of the health care team to provide patient care
- recognize the need for referral and confer with members of the health care team to promote continuity of care
- delegate aspects of nursing care to other health care workers commensurate with their educational preparation and experience
- seek assistance from other members of the health care team when the situation encountered is beyond the student nurse’s knowledge and experience
- utilize current technology to increase efficiency of management of patient care and resources
- practice in a cost-effective manner
- maintain accountability for own patient care
- practice within the ethical and legal parameters of the nursing profession
- use information from current literature and other resources to provide safe nursing care
- use resources for continuous learning and self-development
- participate as a member of the health care team to maintain and/or improve the quality of patient care
- use constructive criticism and suggestions for improving nursing practice
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To receive more detailed information on the Nursing program or a complete copy of the MTC Catalog, please send an e-mail us.
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Marion Technical College
1467 Mt. Vernon Avenue
Marion, Ohio 43302
Phone: 740.389.4636
Fax: 740.389.6136
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