Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science - 64 credits (Limited Transfer & Limited Enrollment)
ADN Program Length: 4 semesters core nursing
Program contact: (815) 921-3261
The Associate Degree Nursing(ADN) Program prepares graduates to work as entry-level registered professional nurses (RN) in a variety of health care settings, including acute care facilities, long-term care facilities and many specialty health care facilities. As the health care industry needs change, five RN-BSN partnerships have been formed to provide our students with seamless educational pathway options for obtaining their BSN. The nursing program consists of four semesters of core nursing courses integrating theory, lab and clinical experiences which meet the standards of the Illinois Nurse Practice Act.
Supervision by experienced and credentialed nursing faculty allows students to develop and practice safe, competent entry level nursing skills. The professional registered nurse program is highly competitive. It is recommended that as many general education credits as possible are completed before beginning the nursing curriculum. We require that you meet with an academic advisor to plan your pathway, to ensure a seamless transition from RN toward BSN. Meeting minimum criteria for admission does not guarantee acceptance into the program. The Nursing Program reserves the right to make final decisions based upon the qualifications of the applicant pool for each admission cycle.
We want to ensure that each nursing student completes the program in a timely manner and seamlessly transfers to one of our five RN-BSN partners with ease, therefore all prospective nursing students are required to attend a Nursing Information Session and meet with an academic advisor.
The nursing program is responsible for providing our community with quality nurses who care for their clients safely. In order to become a quality, safe practicing nurse, students will be required to attend all classes and all clinicals. Students are expected to provide their own transportation to clinical sites.
All nursing courses require a "C", which is 80% to pass. Students who do not earn a "C" (80%) or better in any given nursing course will remediate by course repetition. Course repetition is only allowed once.
All supporting courses/electives required for the degree must also be completed with a "C" or higher in order to receive the A.A.S. degree in nursing.
Upon successful completion of the nursing program, students will sit for the NCLEX-RN exam to earn the credentials of RN (Registered Nurse). This process has additional fees. Approximately $450
Graduates from the RVC nursing program have transfer options to any of the five RN-BSN partners. While most RN-BSN programs have similar requirements, there are some variances. For those students with a previous Bachelor's degree, RN-BSN requirements are different. Also, there are additional options for RN-MSN completions for those who have a previous Bachelor's degree. Therefore, to ensure all students transition with ease and in a timely manner, meeting with an academic advisor to map out an educational pathway is required.
The nursing program provides clinical education at various clinical agencies. The nursing program must adhere to these facilities' requirements. All admitted students will be required to provide the following at the expense of the student. Blood work can be done at your doctor's office, Health Department or AnyTime Lab (815) 397-8370.
Physical exam
Tdap (within 10 years)
TB 2-Step and Annual TB test (for Annual QuantiFeron TV Gold blood test)
MMR Titers
Varicella Titers
Hepatitis B 3 shot series & Titer
CPR
Health Insurance
10-Panel Drug Testing
GSA/IOG Background Check
Required General Education Courses: 27 credits
Associate Degree Nursing Core Courses: 43 credits
Total Nursing Program: 64 credits
In order to be considered for admission, the following must first be completed:
Number | Title | |
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BIO-185 | Foundations Anatomy & Physiology | |
BIO-274 | Microbiology | |
ENG-101 | Composition I | |
PSY-170 | General Psychology | |
NRS-104 | Pathophysiology: Altered Health Concepts |
Number | Title | |
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NRS-106 | Intro to Nursing Health Assessment | |
NRS-107 | Basic Principles of Pharmacology Nursing | |
NRS-110 | Core Conepts I:Foundations Nursing | |
NRS-111 | Core Concepts II:Fundamentals Nursing |
Number | Title | |
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NRS-221 | Behavioral Health/Older Adult Nursing | |
NRS-223 | Adult Health Nursing I |
Includes one 3 credit elective.
Number | Title | |
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NRS-235 | Family & Reproductive Health Nursing | |
NRS-237 | Adult Health Nursing II |
Includes one 3 credit elective.
Number | Title | |
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NRS-241 | Child & Family Health Nursing | |
NRS-243 | Adult Health Nursing III | |
NRS-245 | Transition to Professional Nursing |
Includes one 3 credit elective.
Number | Title | |
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FWS-237 | Nutrition for Optimum Living | |
MTH-220 | Elements of Statistics | |
PSY-270 | Life-Span Developmental Psychology | |
SOC-190 | Introduction to Sociology | |
SPH-131 | Fundamentals of Communication |