Osu Institute of Technologyregistered Nursing Program

ADVISEMENT INFORMATION

OSU INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYREGISTERED NURSING PROGRAM

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing

LPN-to-RN TRANSITION STUDENTS

APPLICATION PERIODS:

SUMMER ENTRY: January 15 – March 30th, 4:00 p.m.

Revised June, 2015

ADVISEMENT

All students applying to the nursing program must come to the nursing department for advisement. Students may schedule an appointment to speak to a nursing advisor by calling (918) 293-5337, or come to the office between 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. while school is in session; advisors are not available from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. unless an appointment has been made.

OSUIT Nursing Program is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing and is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

This program requires extensive use of technology, including required course texts delivered as e-texts, paperless clinical documentation and regular interface with the online classroom. For this reason, students accepted to the program must have computer and internet access at home and must supply their own iPAD 2 or newer.

Only LPNs with an unencumbered Oklahoma nursing license, as verified via the OBN website, will be considered for acceptance. LPN’s must maintain an unencumbered nursing license throughout the duration of the nursing program. If at any time during the nursing program the LPN is subject to action or discipline from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing they must report this to their nursing instructor and Division Chair immediately.

APPLICATION TO THE PROGRAM

Students must submit an application to the program as designated above. A new application must be received for each application period. Even If the student has applied to our program before they MUST submit a NEW application. All applications must be signed and dated.

ADMISSION TO THE PROGRAM

Students electing to be considered for the program are required to applyto OSUIT college this is a different and separate application than the one for the nursing program. Students must have the following data in their file in the nursing department by the final closing deadline dates listed above:

1. Apply and be accepted to OSUIT College;

2. Nursing Applicationsigned and dated;

3. Entrance Exam:

Students will take a Reading, Math, and Science exam

• Students must pass the Reading and Math at 50% or higher
• The Exam is administered in the nursing

Department in the computer lab

• Students are required to take the

exam each application period

• Exam can be taken only one time per application period
• The exam is only valid for that application period
• Students will be provided a calculator, scratch piece of paper
• Students must provide a photo identification to take the exam

4. All official college transcripts from previously

attended colleges should be on file in the

nursing department with the original in

the OSU Institute of Technology Registrar’s office.

(It is the student’s responsibility to make sure that

all of their college transcripts have been submitted

to the college and the nursing department

has access to them.)

5. Student score of 55th percentile ranking or higher on the

Kaplan Fundamentals Examination, administered by

appointment only in the nursing department.

Same rules apply as stated above for the Kaplan Reading

and Math exam.

Students applying to the OSU Institute of Technology Nursing Program are selected on the basis of a point system and seat availability.NO STUDENT IS GUARANTEED ADMISSION TO THE NURSING PROGRAM.

The Kaplan Admission Test and Fundamentals examination will be given by appointment only in the nursing department computer lab. The student is required to schedule, in person, to test through a nursing advisor – dates will be provided for the exam. The exam will be administered one time per week throughout the application period. If a student calls to cancel their scheduled exam they are required to reschedule by coming into the nursing department and selecting an alternate date. NO APPOINTMENTS FOR TESTING WILL BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE. It is recommended the student arrive 30 minutes early for registration. Please note the date/time of test when scheduled. No one is allowed in the testing room after the scheduled exam time begins. Students arriving late will not be allowed to test. When the exam begins the student cannot have anything on the desk; all cell phones and books will be put away, and a calculator and scratch paper will be provided. To be considered for the nursing program the student must score 50%or above on the Reading and Math exam and 55th percentile ranking or above on the Fundamentals Examination. There is no minimum score for the science exam; additional points are added based on the score – see point system criteria.

To be considered for admission to the program, students will have to maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 in required general education and support courses. Successful completion of the nursing program requires a “C” in all courses related to the Associate in Applied Science in Nursing Degree. A student will not be admitted to the program with a “D” in any required courses on transcripts for current application period.

ARTICULATION FOR LPN’S

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology, a public two-year college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, provides the opportunity for students that have completed a Practical Nursing Program and licensed in the state of Oklahoma to enter the OSUIT LPN-to-RN Program if they are selected.

The LPN student will apply to the program by submitting an application and going through the admission criteria process. The student shall have successfully completed a practical nursing program and have an unencumbered license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Oklahoma to be eligible to apply to the nursing program.

Once the student has passed the examinations listed above and passed accordingly they will be placed in the application process for point total. Students are admitted to LPN-to-RN Transition in the summer based on total number points and space availability.

Once accepted into the LPN-to-RN Transition course NURS 1133, the LPN student will be given Kaplan Standardized examinations that equate to NURS 1229 Nursing Care of Families. The student is expected to pass the exams at the 55th percentile ranking. If the student is not successful on these examinations they must show written remediation and will be tested again. The student is allowed to retest on these examinations only after proof of remediation. Once the student passes NURS 1133 LPN to RN Transition they will progress to NURS 2129 Nursing Care of Adults I.

Once the student has completed LPN-to-RN Transition with a “C” or better they will be given advanced standing credit for NURS 1128, NURS 1322, and six credits of NURS 1229. The student will then enroll in NURS 2129 Nursing Care of Adults I, this course will be followed by NURS 2229 and NURS 2222. Students are charged $5.00 per credit hour for every advanced standing credit hour they receive. They will be charged $80.00 for advanced standing credit they will be receiving.

ENTRY LEVEL ASSESSMENT AND PLACEMENT FOR COLLEGE COURSE WORK ONLY

The preliminary screening instrument for recent high school graduates and non-graduates aged 20 years and younger will be the Enhanced ACT, with established cut-scores in the sub-tests of English (19), math (19), reading (19), and science reasoning (19). Adult students 21 years of age and older without ACT scores and students 20 years and younger who scored below the established ACT cut-scores will be required to undergo additional evaluation using the COMPASS Test to determine readiness for college-level work.

Those students obtaining sub-test scores in the college-level range will have demonstrated competency and may pursue college-level course work, while those students with cut-scores below the college-level range willbe required to improve skills in one ormore of the following: reading, English, and science. Students will need to score a 21 on the ACT Science subscore to enter Anatomy, Physiology, or Microbiology. If score is 19 to 20 may go into Biology 1114, if score is 18 or below you will need to be enrolled in Physical Science.

If the studenttests using the COMPASS Test (College placement test offered at OSUIT) the student will need to score above: Reading 81; English – Writing 74; Math-Arithmetic 46; College Algebra – Algebra 68 or CALG 45; Science = Reading + College Algebra = 126 or Reading + Algebra = 149 to be placed in College level Courses. If the student scores below the above scores the student will be placed in Remediation courses.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL QUALIFICATIONS

The following minimal physical and mental qualifications are required to be considered for admission into and progression through the OSU Institute of Technology Nursing Program but are not limited to:

1. The ability to lift weights of up to 35% of recommended

body weight independently.

2. The ability to facilitate movement in client’s room and work areas.

3.Visual acuity sufficient to observe and assess client behavior,

prepare and administer medications, and accurately

read monitorsand utilize equipment.

4.Auditory acuity sufficient to hear instructions,

requests, monitoring alarms, and to auscultate heart tones,

breathe sounds, and bowel sounds.

5.The motor ability necessary to manipulate equipment and supplies

to utilize palpation and percussion in client assessment.

6.The ability to proficiently speak, write, and comprehend

theEnglish language proficiently.

7.The ability to communicate in a professional manner, establish

rapport with clients and colleagues, use problem solving skills,

and function effectively under stress.

CLINICAL RECORDS

1. Two MMR vaccinations (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) or a positive titer

Showing immunity to all three

2. Hepatitis B series, titer, or declination form

3. Two varicella vaccinations or a titer showing immunity

4. TdAP within the last 10 years

5. Tuberculosis (ppd) testing showing negative status yearly

6. Influenza vaccination

7. AHA BLS CPR certification current

8. Negative Federal Criminal Background check (sex-offender is included)

9. Negative Drug Screen – performed by a company chosen by

OSUIT Nursing Program – information will be provided to the student

10. Physical Assessment form (obtained by OSUIT Nursing Program)

completed by a provider as stated on form – showing that the

student can meet all physical and mental requirements as listed above

FINANCIAL AID

Students may obtain financial aid packets, verify filing deadlines, and get assistance filing forms from the Student Financial Services office, 293-5222. STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR FOLLOWING FINANCIAL AID GUIDELINES. IF THERE IS A QUESTION, SEE A FINANCIAL AID ADVISOR.

LOAN/GRANT INFORMATION

• Federal and State Grant/Loans--Advisement and Student Admission Services
• Regents Scholarship (Fee Waiver)--applications are in the Registrar's Office.
• Eastern Workforce Development--For information on eligibility contact the agency at

(918) 683-8553

• Physician Manpower Scholarships--Nursing Department, Financial Aid Office, or
• VA Funding-Advisement and Student Admission Services
• Website: Technology.edu/admissions/financial_services/

OSU INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY STUDENT NURSES ASSOCIATION

Membership in OSU Institute of TechnologyStudent Nurse Association (OSUSNA) is available to both nursing and pre-nursing students. This is the officially recognized organization for nursing students. Membership in the OSUSNA is encouraged as it provides the student with opportunities for professional development; activities related to leadership, education and service are emphasized.

PLAN FOR SUCCESS

Because of the vital nature of nursing, this is a demanding program of study. Success depends primarily on adequate preparation and planning. The following suggestions are offered to help assure success:

Complete as many of the support courses as possible

beforebeginning thenursing courses. Anatomy, Physiology, and

Microbiology are particularly important to provide a knowledge base for understanding nursing concepts.

Plan three to four hours’ study time each week for each credit hour in which you are enrolled. Example: Students enrolled in 12 credit hours should plan 36 hours of study time each week, in addition to class and lab time.

ELIGIBILITY TO SIT FOR BOARDS

OKLAHOMABOARDOFNURSING

2915 North Classen Boulevard, Suite524

OklahomaCity, Oklahoma73106

405-962-1800

TheOklahoma State University Institute of Technology - OkmulgeeisapprovedbytheOklahoma Boardof Nursing. Graduatesof thisstate-approvedprogramare eligible toapply towrite the National CouncilLicensureExamination(NCLEX) forregistered nurses. ApplicantsforOklahomalicensure mustmeetallstate and federalrequirementstoholdanOklahoma licensetopractice nursing. Inaddition tocompleting astate-approvednursingeducationprogramthatmeetseducational requirementsandsuccessfully passingthelicensureexamination,requirements includesubmissionof anapplicationforlicensure,acriminalhistory records search, andevidence of citizenship or qualified alienstatus. Applicants for practicalnurse licensuremustalsoholda highschooldiploma or a graduate equivalencydegree(G.E.D.)[59O.S.§567.5567.6]. Tobegrantedalicense, anapplicantmusthavethelegalrighttobeintheUnitedStates(UnitedStates CodeChapter8,Section1621). Inaddition,Oklahomalawonly allowsalicense tobeissuedtoU.S. citizens,U.S.nationals,and legalpermanentresidentaliens. Otherqualifiedaliensmay beissuedatemporary licensethatisvaliduntilthe expirationoftheirvisastatus,orifthere isnoexpirationdate,foroneyear. Applicantswhoare qualifiedaliensmustpresenttothe Boardoffice,inperson, valid documentaryevidenceof:

1.Avalid,unexpiredimmigrantornonimmigrantvisastatusforadmission into theUnited States;

2.A pendingor approved application for asylum in theUnited

States;

3.Admission into theUnited States in refugeestatus;

4.Apendingorapprovedapplicationfortemporaryprotected

statusinthe United States;

5. Approved deferred action

status; or

6.Apendingapplicationforadjustmentofstatustolegalpermanentresident status or conditional resident status.

TheBoardhastherighttodenyalicensetoanindividualwithahistoryof criminalbackground,disciplinary actiononany professionaloroccupational licenseorcertification,orjudicialdeclarationofmentalincompetence[59O.S.§567.8]. These casesareconsideredonanindividualbasisatthe time application forlicensureismade,withtheexceptionoffelonyconvictions. Anindividual withafelonyconvictioncannotapplyforlicensureforatleastfiveyearsafter completionofallsentencing terms,including probationandsuspended sentences, unless apresidentialorgubernatorialpardonisreceived[59 O.S. §567.5 & 567.6].

For more information, go to

Students wishing to take licensure in another state will need to contact that state board of nursing.

For further clarification about the Nursing Program’s accreditation status, comments, or concerns, call the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing 404-975-5000, fax 404-975-5020, or the Oklahoma Board of Nursing 405-962-1800.

WEBSITES TO STUDY FOR KAPLAN READING, MATH & SCIENCE (Students may also purchase a Kaplan Entrance Exam book at a retail bookstore):

PROGRAM OF STUDY

General Education Requirements / Total Credit Hours / Course Name / Generic Students / LPN
Students
English / 6 hours / ENGL 1113 Freshman Composition I
ENGL 1213 Freshman Composition II* / 3
3 / 3
3
Science / 12 hours / BIOL 2104 Human Anatomy
BIOL 2114 Human Physiology*
BIOL 2124 General Microbiology* / 4
4
4 / 4
4
4
History / 3 hours / HIST 1483 U.S. History to 1865 or
HIST 1493 U.S. History Since 1865 / 3 / 3
Political Science / 3 hours / POLS 1113 U.S. Government / 3 / 3
Nutrition / 3 hours / NSCI 1113 Nutrition / 3 / 3
Psychology / 6 hours / PSYC 1113 Introductory Psych
PSYC 2583 Developmental Psych / 3
3 / 3
3
Total General Education Hours / 33 / 33
Nursing Education Requirements / Total Credit Hours / Course Name / Generic / LPN
1st Semester
Foundations
Math / 8 hours
2 hours / NURS 1128 Foundations of Nursing #
4 theory credits = 4 hours
1 credit skills lab =2 hours
3 credit clinical = 9 hours
NURS 1322 Nursing Dosage Calculation / 8
2 / Selected skills and theory content included in NURS 1133.
2nd semester
Maternal/Child
Mental Health / 9 hours / NURS 1229 Nursing Care of Families*
5 ½ theory credits = 5 ½ hours
½ credit skills lab = 1 hours
3 credits clinical = 9 hours / 9
3rd Semester
Medical/Surgical / 9 hours / NURS 2129 Nursing Care of Adults I*
5 ½ theory credits = 5 ½ hours
½ credit skills lab = 1 hours
3 credits clinical = 9 hours / 9 / 9
4th Semester
Medical/Surgical
Capstone/ Seminar / 9 hours
2 hours / NURS 2229 Nursing Care of Adults II*
5 ½ theory credits = 5 ½ hours
½ credit skills lab = 1 hours
3 credits clinical = 9 hours
NURS 2222 Nursing Capstone Seminar* / 9
2 / 9
2
LPN to RN Transition
#LPN’S only / 3 hours / NURS 1133 LPN to RN Transition #
2 theory credits = 2 hours
1 credit skills lab = 2 hours / X / 3
*Course has pre-requisite (see course description section of catalog) #Requires acceptance into the nursing program. / Total Nursing Education Hours
Total Degree Required Hours / 39
72 / 23 + 16 transfer credits
72

STUDENT SELECTION CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION INTO THE NURSING PROGRAM

Students applying to the OSU Institute of Technology Nursing Program are selected on the basis of a point system. No student is guaranteed admission/acceptance. All courses below must be completed with course grades posted on an official transcript. No points will be given for courses “in progress.” Students having a grade of “D” or below in a required general education course and having not repeated this course earning a “C” or higher are not eligible for selection.

POINT SYSTEM LPN TO RN TRANSITION

Item / Points
Possible / Points
Earned
LPN’s ONLY - Kaplan Fundamentals Examination Test Percentile Ranking: 55th – 65th: (0); 66th – 75th (1); 76th – 85th (2); 86th – 95th (3); 96th – 100th (4)MUST SCORE 55TH PERCENTILE RANKING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE SELECTION OF THE LPN-TO-RN TRANSITION NURSING PROGRAM / 4
Kaplan NCLEX Admission Reading Test: 50% - 59% (0)
60 – 69% (1); 70 – 79% (2); 80 – 89 (3); 90 - 100% (4)
MUST SCORE 50% OR HIGHER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE NURSING PROGRAM / 4
Kaplan NCLEX Admission Math Test: 50% - 59% (0)
60 – 69% (1); 70 – 79% (2); 80 – 89 (3); 90 - 100% (4)
MUST SCORE 50% OR HIGHER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE NURSING PROGRAM / 4
Kaplan NCLEX Admission Science Test: 50% - 59% (0)
60 – 69% (1); 70 – 79% (2); 80 – 89 (3); 90 - 100% (4) / 4
GPA (only courses required for nursing degree; will only be calculated for 12 or more hours)
3.9 – 4.0……. (4 points) 3.6 – 3.8 …….. (3 points)
3.3 – 3.5 …….(2 points) 3.0 – 3.2 …….. (1 points) / 4/3/2/1
ACT/SAT (testing must have been completed within last five (5) years)
ACT composite score of: 30 – 33 (4 points)
27 – 29 (3 points)
24 – 26 (2 points)
21 – 23 (1 point) / 4/3/2/1
Support Courses completed with a “C” or above posted to an official transcript or passing advanced placement exams
BIOL 2104 Human Anatomy / 3
BIOL 2114 Human Physiology / 3
BIOL 2124 General Microbiology / 3
NSCI 1113 Nutrition / 1
PSYC 1113 General Psychology / 1
PSYC 2583 Developmental Psychology / 1
ENGL 1113 Freshman Composition I / 1
ENGL 1213 Freshman Composition II / 1
HIST 1483 US History to 1865 or
HIST 1493 US History since 1865 / 1
POLS 1113 US Government / 1
OSU Institute of Technology Courses (50% or more of above required courses satisfactorily completed) / 1
Residency in preferred geographic area Resident of a county in Oklahoma with a population of less
than 50,000 (based on US Census Bureau) / 1
Total Points / 42 max

In case of numerous students with the same number of points (tie), the Nursing Application Committee will use the nursing support courses GPA as the first round, then total of Reading & Math score as final tie breaker.

APPENDIX E

OSUIT NURSING PROGRAM ESTIMATED

STUDENT EXPENSES2015-2016

ITEM DESCRIPTION / ESTIMATED UNIT PRICE / TOTAL / LPN’S
Tuition:
72 Credit Hours (Traditional
72 Credit Hours (LPN to RN) / Nursing Courses 39 credit hours
$149.00/credit hour
General Education Courses 33 credit hours
$140.50/credit hour
Fees: Remedial Supplemental $18.50
Advanced Standing Credit $5.00
Electronic Media $25.00
Late Enrollment Fee $10.00
Nursing ST Testing
/per semester $125.00 / Nursing = $5811.00
Gen Ed = $4636.50
Fees varied = $1000.00 / Nursing = $3427.00
Gen Ed = $4636.50
Fees varied = $1000.00
Medical and Other Expenses:
1. MMR Vaccinations (2) or titer
2. Varicella Vaccine or titer
3. TB skin test or Health screening showing negative TB status
4. Flu Vaccine
5. CPR Certification AHA
6. Hepatitis B Series vaccination or titer
7. National Background Check
8. Drug Screening
9. Clinical Hub $20/year / All costs are estimated as prices may vary.
1. $100.00
2. $100.00
3. $75.00
4. $25.00
5. $25.00
6. $125.00
7. $39.00
8. $25.00
9. $20.00 / Total = $534.00 / Total = $534.00
Class Expenses:
Books/Supplies
1. Traditional
2. LPN’s
3. All Students
a. Internet service
b. IPAD (minimum16gB with Wi-Fi) / All costs are estimated as prices may vary.
1. $3780
3. a. $600.00
b. $650.00 / 2. $1350
3. a. $600.00
b. $650.00
Uniforms:
a. 2 professional Black Uniforms
b. 1 pair of nursing shoes
c. 1 lab coat
d. 1 name tag / Total = $400.00 / Total = $400.00
Graduation Fees:
a. Pin
b. Lamp
c. Licensure Fee
d. Federal Background / Total = $455.00 / Total = $455.00
LPN Transition Fee – LPN’s Only

• Advanced Standing Credit Fee @ $5.00 per credit hour for NURS 1128, NURS 1322, and six credits of NURS 1229 = total 16 credit hours

/ Total = $80.00
TOTALS / $17,866.50 / $13,132.50

OSUIT REGISTERED NURSING PROGRAM