Welcome
The job outlook in the field of nursing is robust. Let SCC help you become an Licensed Practical Nurse, and your opportunities are endless.
SCC's Practical Nursing Program is approved by the Nebraska State Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, Phone 404-975-5000, www.acenursing.org.
Please note: Due to overwhelming demand, applications to the Practical Nursing program on the Lincoln Campus for the 2019 Spring Term are no longer being accepted. Applications for the
part-time track with an online option will be accepted from March 1 through April 15. Applications for the 2019 Spring Term are still being accepted for the Beatrice Campus Practical Nursing program.
Overview
Program Requirements & Student Responsibilities
- All tuition, fees, books and related costs are the responsibility of the student.
- If you are taking the part-time track, you must attend clinicals in-person, in Lincoln, Beatrice, Geneva or Falls City, Neb.
Program Outcomes:
The graduate practical nurse is prepared to:
- Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care using the nursing process to meet the physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs of the individual.
- Communicate (oral and written) effectively to establish relationships with the patient, families, significant others, health care team members and the community.
- Practice entry level nursing under the direction of a registered nurse or a licensed practitioner.
- Assess the health status and culture of individuals throughout the lifespan, identifying their needs and contributing to formation of the nursing diagnosis/patient problems.
- Provide safe, evidence based care by creating a caring environment conducive to safety and health.
- Direct and assign nursing interventions that may be performed by others.
- Accept accountability for nursing actions by functioning within one’s educational preparation, the state’s scope of practice, and the nursing code of ethics.
- Accept responsibility for personal and professional growth integrating evidence based practice.
Criminal Background Check
A Criminal Background Check is required of each student in this program. Based on the outcome of the CBC, a student may be
prevented from taking certain courses, accessing certain laboratory experiences, or completing the program. A non-refundable fee of $45 will be assessed for this Criminal Background Check.
Drug and Alcohol Testing
Students admitted to a Health Sciences program at Southeast Community College that requires a clinical rotation at a contracted healthcare facility are required to submit to initial drug and alcohol testing prior to the first clinical rotation.
How to get started
Please submit your success plan to Kristin Ruiz if you apply to the Beatrice, Geneva/York, or Falls City campus and Ashley Fritz if you apply to the Lincoln
campus.
Applications for the part-time track with an online option will be available March 1st-April 15th.
Mission
The mission of the Practical Nursing program is to prepare the graduate with the knowledge, principles, skills and attitudes needed to function as an entry-level nurse. The program enables the graduate to continue their education for advanced certification or higher education.Employment Outlook
According to the Nebraska Department of Labor, the expected growth in the nursing field is 25 percent during the next 10 years. SCC graduates report an average starting salary of $16.70 per hour.
View Gainful Employment Information in this Program of Study.
Starting Terms
Please call Admissions Office.
Beatrice Campus 402-228-8214 or
Lincoln Campus 402-437-2600.
View your calendar conversion plan.
These courses must be completed before applying to the program; Take HLTH-1030 or BIOS-1140 & BIOS-2130 or BIOS-2250 & BIOS-2260;
This course must be completed before applying to the program; Take FSDT-1350
This course must be completed before applying to the program; Take ENGL-1010
Take the following courses:
Program Requirements & Student Responsibilities
- The student is responsible for the independent research necessary to adequately complete the course requirements. Students need to develop the habit of researching indexes and the tables of content for topics related to the current subjects in resources supplementary to required texts. Use of the Library Resource Center is encouraged. Failure to utilize independent study and resources may result in inadequate performance in the classroom and the clinical setting.
- All tuition, fees, books and related costs are the responsibility of the student.
- If you are taking the part-time track, you must attend clinicals in-person, in Lincoln, Beatrice, Geneva or Falls City, Neb.
Program Outcomes:
The graduate practical nurse is prepared to:
- Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care using the nursing process to meet the physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs of the individual.
- Communicate (oral and written) effectively to establish relationships with the patient, families, significant others, health care team members and the community.
- Practice entry level nursing under the direction of a registered nurse or a licensed practitioner.
- Assess the health status and culture of individuals throughout the lifespan, identifying their needs and contributing to formation of the nursing diagnosis.
- Participate in providing safe, effective care by creating a caring environment conducive to safety and health.
- Direct and assign nursing interventions that may be performed by others.
- Accept accountability for nursing actions by functioning within one’s educational preparation, the state’s scope of practice, and the nursing code of ethics.
- Accept responsibility for personal and professional growth integrating evidence based practice through lifelong learning.
Criminal Background Check
A Criminal Background Check is required of each student in this program. Based on the outcome of the CBC, a student may be prevented from taking certain courses, accessing certain laboratory experiences, or completing the program. A non-refundable fee of $45 will be assessed for this Criminal Background Check.
Drug and Alcohol Testing
Students admitted to a Health Sciences program at Southeast Community College that requires a clinical rotation at a contracted healthcare facility are required to submit to initial drug and alcohol testing prior to the first clinical rotation.