Academic Information
Contact: webmaster@isu.edu
Revised: March 2011
4½ Semesters
Director and Assistant Professor: Pearce
Faculty: Brumfield, Kubiak
One Associate of Science degree, one Bachelor of Applied Technology degree, and one Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree are available in the College of Technology. Articulation into B.S. and M.S. programs in Nursing in the Kasiska College of Health Professions is available for graduates.
This program will provide students with skills and knowledge needed to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Graduates are prepared to render competent nursing care in a variety of health care settings including hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, medical offices, home health agencies, and health centers.
Immediately upon deciding this major, please contact the Student Services department in the College of Technology at (208) 282-2622.
The following criteria must be met or nearly met prior to final admission into the Associate Degree Registered Nurse program:
a. All students must first be admitted to the University. For information on university admission, contact the College of Technology Student Services office at (208) 282-2622.
b. Completion of the following prerequisite courses, or equivalents, with a grade of “C” or better: ENGL 1101 and 1102; PSYC 1101; NTD 2239 or 3340 (NTD 3340 preferred); BIOL 2221 and 2221L or equivalent, 3 credits from Goal 3 (MATH 1153 preferred); COMM 1101; and BIOL 3301, 3301L, 3302, and 3302L. Options exist for transfer credit or testing. Please consult with Student Services at (208) 282-2622.
c. A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 for all post-secondary education, is required.
d. Active, unrestricted licensure to practice as an LPN in the State of Idaho.
e. Current CPR certification (AHA or American Red Cross only).
f. Proof of successful completion of IV Therapy course.
g. Proof of current immunization and verified good health status per program policy, upon conditional acceptance into the program.
h. Background check and drug screening per department policy, upon conditional acceptance into the program.
Students are admitted to the ADRN program once per year using a competitive application process. Upon completion or near-completion of the above criteria, submit a program application and application fee to Student Services, College of Technology (208) 282-2622. Once application is submitted and complete, and eligibility verified, the student will take a nationally-normed program entrance examination. This exam score is combined with cumulative post-secondary GPA, years of LPN experience, employer/instructor reference, and documented adherence to nursing standards to rank-order applicants for each admission class.
For a Program Information Packet, use this link, which leads to descriptions of each program in general, course descriptions, lists of course sequences, and the cost of books, tools, uniforms, fees, and other expenses. The URL is http://www.isu.edu/ctech/programs.shtml
This program requires students to achieve certain grades in order to advance each semester. Specific information is available in the program's student handbook.
Associate of Science Degree: Nursing
4½ Semester Program, including prerequisite courses
This is an academic Associate of Science degree program that provides classroom, laboratory, and clinical practicum instruction which prepares graduates to write the NCLEX-RN examination. Successfully passing this examination is a prerequisite for registered nurse licensure. Graduates from this program may articulate into programs offering B.S. and/or M.S. degrees in Nursing.
The courses listed below are specific to Idaho State University. Equivalent course work from other institutions will be individually evaluated and transferred in as appropriate.
General Education and Prerequisite Courses
BIOL 2221,2221L Introductory Microbiology, and Lab 4 crProgram-Specific Courses
BIOL 3301,3301L Anatomy and Physiology, and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 3302,3302L Anatomy and Physiology, and Lab 4 cr
(the 6 courses above satisfy Goals 4 and 5 via 12-credit rule)
COMM 1101 Principles of Speech 3 cr
(satisfies Goal 2; contributes to AAS Communication requirement)
ENGL 1101 English Composition 3 cr
(contributes to AAS Communication requirement)
ENGL 1102 Critical Reading and Writing 3 cr
(satisfies Goal 1)
NTD 2239 Nutrition 3 cr
OR
NTD 3340 Nutrition for Health Professionals
(preferred) 3 cr
PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology 3 cr
(satisfies Goal 12)
Goal 3 (MATH 1153 preferred) 3 cr
Two of Goals 6, 7, 8 6 cr
One of Goals 9, 10A or 10B (minimum) 3 cr
Goal 11 3 cr
ADRN 2210 Nursing Transition 2 cr
ADRN 2211 Mental Health Nursing 3 cr
ADRN 2212 Clinical Foundations of Nursing III 2 cr
ADRN 2220,2220L Health Assessment, and Lab 3 cr
ADRN 2230 Medical and Surgical Nursing III 3 cr
ADRN 2231 Clinical Foundations IV 4 cr
ADRN 2232 Family Nursing 3 cr
ADRN 2233 Medical and Surgical Nursing IV 3 cr
ADRN 2245 Clinical Foundations of Nursing V 3 crMINIMUM TOTAL FOR DEGREE: 65 crProgression
The student is required to earn a grade of “C” or better in all ADRN courses, and is required to maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better in order to remain in the program. All non-nursing courses must be completed prior to the start of the final (summer) semester.
Sample Course Sequence
Prior to program acceptance:
Options exist for transfer credit or testing. Please consult with student services at (208) 282-2622.
Semester 1 (Fall)
BIOL 2221,2221L Introductory Microbiology, and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 3301,3301L Anatomy and Physiology, and Lab 4 cr
COMM 1101 Principles of Speech 3 cr
ENGL 1101 English Composition 3 cr
PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology 3 crTotal for Fall Semester: 17 crSemester 2 (Spring)ADRN 1105 Nursing Applications 1 cr
BIOL 3302,3302L Anatomy and Physiology, and Lab 4 cr
ENGL 1102 Critical Reading and Writing 3 cr
NTD 2239 Nutrition 3 cr
OR
NTD 3340 Nutrition for Health Professionals
(preferred) 3 cr
Goal 3 (MATH 1153 preferred) 3 cr
One of Goals 9, 10A, or 10B* (minimum) 3 cr
*(if 10B is completed, 8 cr will be required)Total for Spring Semester: 17 crAfter acceptance into program:
Semester 3 (Summer)
ADRN 2210 Nursing Transition 2 cr
ADRN 2211 Mental Health Nursing 3 cr
ADRN 2212 Clinical Foundations of Nursing III 2 crTotal for Summer Semester: 7 crSemester 4 (Fall)
ADRN 2220,2220L Health Assessment, and Lab 3 cr
ADRN 2230 Medical and Surgical Nursing III 3 cr
ADRN 2231 Clinical Foundations of Nursing IV 4 cr
Two of Goals 6, 7, 8 6 crTotal for Fall Semester: 16 crSemester 5 (Spring)
ADRN 2232 Family Nursing 3 cr
ADRN 2233 Medical and Surgical Nursing IV 3 cr
ADRN 2245 Clinical Foundations of Nursing V 4 cr
Goal 11 3 crTotal for Spring Semester: 13 cr
ADRN Courses
ADRN 1105 Nursing Applications 1 credit. Hands-on experience in nursing-related applications that prepare candidates for distance-based nursing education. PREREQ: Conditional admission (or alternate) to program. S
ADRN 2210 Nursing Transition 2 credits. Professional skills needed in the transition of roles from LPN to RN are addressed. The three roles of the professional nurse and evidence-based decision-making are stressed. PREREQ: ADRN 1105 and admission to program. SuADRN 2211 Mental Health Nursing 3 credits. Nursing assessment and care of the patient and family experiencing psycho-social and mental health disorders within acute, chronic, and community settings. PREREQ: Admission to program. Su
ADRN 2212 Clinical Foundations of Nursing III 2 credits. Clinical experiences for nursing care within a variety of acute and community-based settings guide the development of the problem solving process in nursing. The focus of this course is on skilled nursing and mental health nursing care, including therapeutic use of self. COREQ: ADRN 2210 and ADRN 2211. Su
ADRN 2220 Health Assessment 2 credits. Health assessment of all ages, interpretation of data, extended development of critical thinking skills; developing patient care based on clinical findings. PREREQ: ADRN 2210. COREQ: ADRN 2220L and ADRN 2230. F
ADRN 2220L Health Assessment Lab 1 credit. Practical experience in health assessment of all ages; interpretation of clinical data in simulated situations; planning and prioritizing care based on clinical findings. PREREQ: ADRN 2210. COREQ: ADRN 2220 and ADRN 2231. F
ADRN 2230 Medical and Surgical Nursing III 3 credits. Professional nursing care of individuals and groups with acute and chronic health events requiring nursing assessment and intervention within institutional and community care facilities. PREREQ: ADRN 2212. COREQ: ADRN 2231. F
ADRN 2231 Clinical Foundations of Nursing IV 4 credits. Clinical experiences for nursing care within a variety of acute and community-based settings guide the development of knowledge and skills. PREREQ: ADRN 2212. COREQ: ADRN 2230. F
ADRN 2232 Family Nursing 3 credits. Study of conditions or complications of women’s health, pregnancy, peri-partum, plus newborn, child, and family assessment; nursing care and prioritization of interventions for the child-bearing, child-rearing family are addressed. PREREQ: ADRN 2230. COREQ: ADRN 2245. S
ADRN 2233 Medical and Surgical Nursing IV 3 credits. The three roles of the nurse are established within the framework of legal and ethical professional nursing practice. Nursing assessments and interventions in the high-acuity patient are addressed. PREREQ: ADRN 2230. COREQ: ADRN 2245. S
ADRN 2245 Clinical Foundations of Nursing V 4 credits. Clinical practicum for the professional nursing care of high-acuity patients and their families. Nursing leadership is implemented along with critical thinking and evidence-based decision-making for persons and groups of persons experiencing health events. PREREQ: ADRN 2231. COREQ: ADRN 2233. S
ADRN 2296 Independent Study 1-8 credits. Addresses specific learning needs of individuals for the enhancement of knowledge and skills within the program area under the guidance of an instructor. May be repeated. Graded S/U or may be letter graded. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D
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