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Practical Nursing
The Practical
Nursing Program is available on a full-time basis during week days and
part-time in the evening/week-end division. The day division covers a 12
month period with enrollment beginning in August and March of each
calendar year. The part-time division covers a 24 month period with
enrollment occurring in March and August. Employment opportunities for LPN’s are
constantly expanding in hospitals, clinics, public health agencies,
doctors offices, extended care facilities and private homes. LPN’s can
also continue their education to enter professional nursing and other health
care fields. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be
eligible to take the Pennsylvania State Licensure Exam for Practical Nurses.
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY ~
80hr/4cr
A study of basic anatomy and physiology of all
body systems is prefaced with a brief introduction to the principles of
chemistry, microbiology, and physics as they relate to body physiology.
MENTAL HEALTH NURSING I ~ 41hr/2cr
An introduction to basic mental health nursing as it relates to the
total health of the students and patients. Theories of mechanisms,
reactions of stress and personality development are presented.
GERIATRICS ~ 27hr/1cr
A study of the concepts, theories, and characteristics of aging. The
student is introduced to the programs available to help the elderly
maintain quality of life. Death and dying are presented with an
emphasis on the role of the care provider as he/she relates to the
client and significant others.
NURSING I ~ 104hr/4.5cr
A study of theory and clinical practice of basic bedside nursing care.
Course emphasizes the principles underlying procedures, development of
skills in patient observation, effective communication and utilization
of principles of teaching to help achieve patient, family, and community
health.
NURSING II ~ 36hr/1.5cr
A study of theory and clinical practice of advanced nursing care.
This course emphasizes the principles underlying procedures, development
of skills in therapeutic measures, and preparation of the patient for
diagnostic tests.
NURSING III ~ 212hr/10cr
A study of specific diseases and disorders affecting the various
body systems of adults and children that includes common symptoms,
diagnostic studies, treatment regimes (including diet therapy and
related pharmacology), and nursing care as it relates to that specific
disorder. NURSING IV ~ 10hr/.5cr
Geriatric nursing theories and standards are reviewed as they apply
to the LPN in the geriatric care setting. Application of basic
leadership skills in geriatric settings is discussed.
MENTAL HEALTH
NURSING II ~ 18hr/.5cr
An introduction to basic mental health concepts as they relate to
the total health of the students and patients. Theories of crisis
intervention, mental defense mechanisms, and basic communication
techniques are presented.
PHARMACOLOGY ~ 142hr/7cr
Students will learn the fundamental principles of drug action;
develop skills to administer specific drugs used in the treatment,
prevention, and diagnosis of disease; and develop the ability to
implement appropriate nursing actions to maximize the desired outcomes
of therapy.
FAMILY-CENTERED HEALTH CARE ~ 60hr/3cr
This course deals with the normal physical, psychological, and
social patterns of development from conception through senescence.
Included are theory and related clinical experience in the care of
mothers, newborn infants, and children.
PERSONAL & VOCATIONAL RELATIONS ~ 44hr/2cr
The student is oriented to Practical Nursing and the health delivery
system. A study of vocational, legal, and ethical aspects of nursing
preparation for the world of work; and the process of applying for
licensure and the NCLEX are included.
CLINICAL PRACTICUM ~ 771hr/23cr
Each clinical term is an entity unto itself with unique experiences
that enable the student to apply skills in specific clinical setting.
INSTRUCTORS:
Cindy Guers
M.S.N., University of Phoenix ~ M.Ed., Penn State
University
B.S.N., Penn State University ~ R.N., Pottsville Hospital
School of Nursing
Joyce Achenbach
B.S.N., Penn State University
R.N., Reading Hospital School of Nursing
Anna Brose
B.S.N., College Misericordia
R.N., Luzerne County Community College
Catherine Corotto
R.N., Alvernia College
Sharon Thomas
R.N., Reading Area Community College
L.P.N., Schuylkill Technology Center
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