*John A. Logan College
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PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM
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The John A. Logan College Practical Nursing Program is designed to provide an individual with the knowledge and skills to function as a safe and effective member of the health care team in the role of the practical nurse. Classroom theory, laboratory practice, and clinical experience are included in this three-semester certificate program. This program is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulations, and the ICCB. The accreditation and approval of these agencies allow a graduate of the program to do the following:
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  1. Write the CAT-NCLEX-PN Examination. (This is the licensing examination that a graduate of any nursing program must pass in order to be employed as a practical nurse.)
  2. Be employed as a practical nurse in any health care setting of choice, including state and federal institutions.
  3. Be employed in any state in the nation.
Some agencies and the military may have additional requirements for employment.

The applicant should contact the Admissions Office at the College and request an admissions packet to the Practical Nursing Program. The steps to be followed are specified in the packet.

In addition to completing a College application, the applicant must be able to do the following: Provide proof of graduation from an accredited high shcool, or possess a G.E.D. certificate; successfully complete the practicalnursing pre-entrance examination, including mathematics and communication, ASSET Test or COMPASS Test, and provide proof of sound health to practice nursing.

The selection procedures are listed in the admission packet.

The graduate of the John A. Logan College Practical Nursing Program will be able to do the following:

  1. The graduate will have satisfactory knowlede of nursing theory and skill in all areas of the developed curriculum to produce a satisfactory score on the CAT-NCLEX-PN.
  2. The graduate will have sufficient competencies needed by individuals preparing for gainful employment in the vocation of practical nursing to be recognized as a safe and effective beginning practitioner.
  3. The graduate will be able to relate effectively with people in daily endeavors through verbal and nonverbal communication.
  4. The graduate will be able to utilize the nursing process in problem solving.
  5. The graduate will be able to assist in planning and implementing a health care/teaching plan designed to meet the identified needs of the client.
  6. The graduate will accept responsibility for his/her own attitudes and actions.
  7. The graduate will recognize his/her individual capabilities and limitations when functioning as a member of a health care team in a variety of settings.
  8. The graduate will recognize the importance of integrity and self-imposed high standards of performance as a means of perpetuating regard for the vocation of practical nursing.
  9. To maintain faculty, physical facilities, equipment, and clinical agency contracts conducive to a positive learning environment.
  10. To serve as a resource to nursing professionals in the area.
  11. To support and encourage professional continuing education.
  12. To actively maintain and pursue articulation with ADN-level nursing programs.