Practical Nursing Academy
The Practical Nursing program is one year in length and includes 32 credits. The program is approved by the Wisconsin State Board of Nursing and has applied for Candidacy with the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Students are admitted to the program every fall at the Eau Claire campus.
Students develop the knowledge and skills required by a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in today's rapidly changing health care environment. Students gain an understanding of the LPN's role in the management and care of patients with a variety of health conditions and learn about the roles and responsibilities of delegation and supervision within the LPN scope of practice.
The nursing program includes theory, lab, and clinical courses. Courses are offered in a traditional face - to - face format and also in hybrid or blended format (i.e., a combination of both online and face - to - face). Theory courses provide the foundational information needed to provide safe and effective nursing care. Lab courses are designed to assist students in developing competence in the performance of nursing skills. Faculty demonstrate skills, supervise practice, and evaluate competence in the performance of skills. In clinical courses, students progress from providing basic nursing care for individual patients to managing multiple patients with acute health conditions in a variety of health care settings.
The simulation lab is also incorporated into courses to allow students the opportunity to use critical thinking and apply their nursing knowledge to simulated patient care in a safe environment.
Upon successful completion of the one - year program, students receive a Practical Nursing Degree from CVTC and are eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Examination – Practical Nurse (NCLEX - PN). If approved by the State Board of Nursing and successful on the licensure examination, students may then be employed as an LPN.
Students must have successfully completed Nursing Assistant, General Anatomy & Physiology, HESI A2 and CPR.
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Nursing Fundamentals 2 Credits | August 28 - December15, 2023 Tuesday - 8 - 9:55 a.m. |
Nursing Skills 3 Credits | August 28 - December15, 2023 |
Nursing Pharmacology 2 Credits | August 28 - December15, 2023 |
Nursing: Intro to Clinical Practice 2 Credits | September 27 - December 13, 2023 |
| Nursing Health Alterations 3 Credits | January 22 - May 17, 2024 Monday 1 - 2:55 p.m. |
| Nursing Health Promotions 3 credits | January 22 - May 17, 2024 Monday 10 - 11:55 a.m. |
| Nursing Clinical care Across Lifespan 2 Credits | March 25 - May 3, 2024 Thursday and Friday 6 a.m. - 1:55 p.m. |
| Nursing Intro to Clinical Care Mgt. 2 Credits | January 22 - April 5, 2024 Thursday and Friday 6 a.m. - 11:55 a.m. |
Course Descriptions
543 - 101 Nursing Fundamentals (2 Credits)
This course focuses on basic nursing concepts that the beginning nurse will need to provide care to diverse patient populations across the lifespan. Current and historical issues impacting nursing will be explored within the scope of nursing practice. The nursing process will be introduced as a framework for organizing the are of patients with alterations in cognition, elimination, comfort, grief/loss, mobility, integument, and fluid/electrolyte balance. Note: For online offerings of this course: Online test dates are announced/posted in advance for students. Faculty will list in syllabus how far ahead students may work in an online course. Online courses are not self - paced or independent study. Faculty will list in the syllabus use of acceptable proctors. Faculty will not leave tests open more then one day unless pre - arranged and agreed upon in advance.
543 - 102 Nursing Skills (3 Credits)
This course focuses on development of clinical skills and physical assessment across the lifespan. Content includes mathematic calculations and conversations related to clinical skills, blood pressure assessment, aseptic technique, wound care, oxygen administration, tracheostomy care, suctioning, management of enteral tubes, basic medication administration, glucose testing, enemas, ostomy care, and catheterization. In addition the course includes techniques related to obtaining a health history and basic physical assessment skills using a body systems approach.
543 - 104 NSG: Intro Clinical Practice (2 Credits)
This introductory clinical course emphasizes basic nursing skills and application of the nursing process in meeting the needs of diverse clients across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed of performing basic nursing skills, the formation of nurse - client relationships, communication, data collection, documentation, and medication administration.
543 - 103 Nursing Pharmacology (2 Credits)
This course introduces the principles of pharmacology, including drug classifications and their effects on the body. Emphasis is on the use of the components of the nursing process when administering medications. Note: For online offerings of this course: Online test dates are announced/posted in advance for students. Faculty will list in syllabus how far ahead students may work in an online course. Online courses are not self - paced or independent study. Faculty will list in the syllabus use of acceptable proctors. Faculty will not leave tests open more then one day unless pre - arranged and agreed upon in advance.
543 - 105 Nursing Health Alterations (3 Credits)
This course elaborates upon the basic concepts of health and illness as presented in Nursing Fundamentals. It applies theories of nursing in the care of clients through the lifespan, utilizing problem solving and critical thinking. This course will provide an opportunity to study conditions affecting different body systems and apply therapeutic nursing interventions. It will also introduce concepts of leadership, team building, and scope of practice.
543 - 106 Nursing Health Promotion (3 Credits)
This course will cover topics related to health promotion in the context of the family throughout the lifespan. We will cover nursing care of the developing family, which includes reproductive issues, pregnancy, labor and deliver, post - partum, the newborn, and the child. Recognizing the spectrum of health families we will discern patterns associated with adaptive and maladaptive behaviors applying mental health principles. An emphasis is placed on teaching and supporting healthy lifestyle choices for individuals of all ages. Nutrition, exercise, stress management, empowerment, and risk reduction practices are highlighted.
543 - 107 NSG: Clin Care Across Lifespan (2 Credits)
This clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic interventions to clients across the lifespan. It also provides an introduction to concepts of teaching and learning. Extending care to include the family is emphasized.
543 - 108 NSG: Intro Clinical Care Mgt (2 Credits)
This clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic nursing interventions to groups of clients across the lifespan. Tit also provides an introduction to leadership, management, and team building.
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Registration for this academy is full.
Still have questions? Please contact our HS Academies Team at 715-852-1365 for more information.
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