Practical Nursing - Rolla Technical Institute

Practical Nursing from Rolla Technical Institute is a Campus Certificate Nursing Practice degree that prepares you for a Nursing career. RTC\\\'s Program of Practical Nursing is an 11-month course of study and clinical experience designed to help the student acquire the attitudes, skills, and knowledge essential to the role of a competent practical nurse. It is a full-day program, meeting Monday through Thursday. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates receive a certificate of graduation and are qualified to sit for national licensure examination (NCLEX CAT-PN). Currently our practical nursing program articulates with East Central College Associate Degree Registered Nurse Program to continue education towards a Registered Nurse degree. Program Philosophy We believe the licensed practical nurse is an integral and essential part of the overall plan of nursing care in our community. We believe that education is a continuing process and that career and technical education for practical nurses, with its goal of preparation for field of work, offers opportunities for socio-economic progress for that individual and society. Areas of Study: Upon graduation, Practical Nursing students will demonstrate knowledge and clinical skills in: Fundamental Principles of Nursing Personal & Vocational Concepts Principles of Nutrition (Offerred for 3 hours of college credit with East Central College) Math for Nurses Life Span Development (Offerred for 3 hours of college credit with Drury University) Community Health & Mental Health Anatomy & Physiology (recommended prior to program) Basic Emergency Nursing Nursing Care of the Adult Nursing Care of the Older Adult Maternal Health & Newborn Nursing Child Health Nursing Pharmacology for Nurses Intravenous Fluid Treatment Administration Leadership & Management View more details on Rolla Technical Institute . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Nursing Practice courses.