Nursing ProgramsNursing (Associate Degree)Practical NursingPatient Care Assistant

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Program Information

Tremendous possibilities and job security exist in the nursing field for those with a desire to touch lives. Nursing professionals combine the art of caring with the science of health care to promote health, prevent disease, and help patients and their families cope with illness. A career in nursing provides the opportunity to reach out to people and to truly make a difference each and every day.

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As a graduate from one of Daytona State College's nursing programs, you may choose to work in a variety of environments such as hospitals, home health agencies, long-term care facilities (including nursing homes or managed care centers) and in community health. Other career opportunities exist in government agencies, public health, armed forces, research, or education. You also may choose to further your education through advanced degree programs.

Nursing Career Opportunities

Associate of Science DegreeRegistered Nurse (R.N.)Nurses have never been more important to health care than they are today. In fact, registered nursing constitutes the largest health care occupation with 2.3 million jobs and it is expected to continue to grow.

At Daytona State College, you will receive the technical skills and theory needed to function successfully as an RN. You will learn how to:• Observeandassesssymptoms,reactionsand

progress in patients• Assistphysiciansduringsurgeries,treatmentsand examinations• Administermedications• Assistinconvalescenceandrehabilitation• Developandmanagenursingcareplans• Helppatientstakestepstoimproveormaintain

their health

You also will participate in valuable clinical experiences at local extended care facilities, hospitals and other community agencies. After completing the program, you will be prepared to take the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX) for registered nurses.

If you choose to continue your education, Daytona State College now offers a Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management and a Bachelor of Science in Education degree.-OR-Daytona State College's articulation agreement with the University of Central Florida and Bethune-Cookman University also gives you the option to continue your education and complete your bachelor's degrees in Nursing.

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R.N. Program Options:Daytona State College offers two unique program options for you to choose from based on your background and experience.

•Nursing (Generic)This program is designed for the student with no prior nursing background.

• Transition into Professional NursingAn accelerated program for the licensed practical nurse, certified paramedic or registered respiratory therapist.

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Daytona State's nursing programs are acceptable by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The college is an approved provider of nursing education by the Florida Board of Nursing.

Vocational Credit CertificateThe vocational credit programs are excellent stepping stones to advanced nursing careers and offer flexible work schedules that may be of interest if you have career and family responsibilities. In these programs you will learn basic care skills that will allow you to:

• Helppatientseat,dressandbathe

• Monitortemperature,pulserate,respirationrateand blood pressure

• Assistpatientswithbodymechanics,suchaswalking

• Escortpatientstooperatingandexaminingrooms

• Setupequipment

• Observepatients’physical,mentalandemotional conditions

• Changedressings

• Controlinfection

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Certificate Program OptionsIf you have a desire to help people and are looking for a career that is in high demand, then one of the following options may be just what you are looking for:

• Patient Care Assistant (CNA)Trained to perform basic patient care under supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Prepares graduate to work in long- term care, hospital and home health environments.Approved provider of nursing education by the Florida Board of Nursing.

• Practical Nursing (Licensed Practical Nurse)

LPNs provide hands-on bedside care under the direction of physicians and registered nurses. In addition to basic care skills, LPN students will learn how to:

• Takevitalsigns• Giveandmonitormedicationsandinjections• Applydressings• Assistwithdiagnosticprocedures• CollectsamplesfortestingApproved provider of nursing education by the Florida Board of Nursing.

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Program Information

Patient CareAssistant

PracticalNursing

Degree/Certificate

Vocational CreditCertificate

Vocational CreditCertificate

Number of Credits

9.67 VocationalCredits

43.53 Voc. Crs.3 Sem. Crs.

Length of Program

1 Semester 1 Year

Prerequisites None Yes, refer toCollege Catalog

AdditionalCosts,

Above Tuition(approximate)

$565 $1,755

Certification Requirements for Graduates

Nurse AideCompetency EvaluationProgram(Recommended)

National Council Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses

Average Hourly Wage

$10.58 $16.95

Job prospects and average earning statements are based on information provided by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. (Florida Statistics).

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Program Information

Patient CareAssistant

PracticalNursing

Degree/Certificate

Vocational CreditCertificate

Vocational CreditCertificate

Number of Credits

9.67 VocationalCredits

43.53 Voc. Crs.3 Sem. Crs.

Length of Program

1 Semester 1 Year

Prerequisites None Yes, refer toCollege Catalog

AdditionalCosts,

Above Tuition(approximate)

$565 $1,755

Certification Requirements for Graduates

Nurse AideCompetency EvaluationProgram(Recommended)

National Council Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses

Average Hourly Wage

$10.58 $16.95

Nursing

Transition IntoProfessionalNursing

Degree/Certificate

Associate ofScience Degree

AcceleratedAssociate ofScience Degree

Number of Credits

72 SemesterHours

72 SemesterHours

Length of Program

2 Years 18 Months

Prerequisites Yes, refer toCollege Catalog

Yes, refer toCollege Catalog

Additional Costs,

Above Tuition(approximate)

$2,700 $2,500

Certification Requirements for Graduates

National Council LicensingExamination forRegistered Nurses

National Council LicensingExamination for Registered Nurses

Average Hourly Wage

$25.07 $25.07

Daytona State College associate degree nursing programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission (NLNAC).

Daytona State College has distinguished itself by the quality of its academic

programs, personalized attention and state-of-the-art facilities that ensure you get the attention and support you need to succeed.

Our helpful and informed staff, along with a wide variety of support

services, will certainly exceed your expectations.

For more information about general education

requirements or a specific program of study, check out the Daytona State

College Catalog at www.DaytonaState.edu.

Stop by a campus near you or call (386) 506-3059 and

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