*John A. Logan College
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John A. Logan College believes in the inherent worth and dignity of the individual regardless of age, economic status, race, or social station; that the individuals who meet the admission requirements and enter the ADN Program build upon prior experiences and education and bring to the program a variety of social and cultural backgrounds and a desire and readiness to learn, that humans are biopsychosocial beings with certain needs which must be met before satisfying higher needs; and that individual humans operate as open systems within and inclusive of the open systems of families and communities.
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John A.   Logan College nursing curriculum believes that the individual as a system is in a constant state of change which in many ways is sequential and predictable; is continually striving towards self-actualization and optimal health; and learns throughout life in a variety of settings but at different rates. The nursing faculty respects all individuals and prepares graduates in achieving wellness in a diverse population.

John A. Logan College nursing program believes that the family, community and students, experience growth as a result of educational processes and experience; need to participate in the process of identifying the types of traditional and non-traditional educational opportunities that would be of benefit to them.

John A.   Logan College nursing program believes that illness is a disruption of physiological, psychological, and/or social well-being, and is a primary goal of nursing to improve the state of being.

The Associate Degree Nursing Program prepares graduates to be creative, dynamic, qualified nurses. Upon completion, graduates will have the skills and knowledge to pass NCLEX/RN.

Nursing practice at the associate degree level is a creative, dynamic, educative, therapeutic, and caring process; is an art; is a science; utilizes knowledge from other sciences (natural and behavioral) and the humanities; assists humans to attain their highest level of wellness using palliative, restorative, preventive, and rehabilitative measures; relates both independently and dependently to other health care professionals; requires the therapeutic use of self and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, families and members of the health care team; is constantly changing and evolving professionally, technologically, and societally; is able to function in a variety of settings using critical thinking skills and a synthesis of learning; provides the basis for baccalaureate education; and requires the use of the nursing process to meet health needs, supervise personnel in direct care, and collaborate with members of the health team.