Nursing

Students in the Associate Degree Nursing Program are taught the knowledge and skills needed to work with patients and their families in a variety of health-care settings. Graduates are prepared to work collectively and collaboratively with other members of the health-care team to provide nursing care for patients and their loved ones. The graduate may find employment in areas such as hospitals, clinics, home health-care agencies and physician's offices. A career in the field provides a vast range of employment and advancement opportunities. Registered nurses are in high demand both state and nationwide. Beginning salaries usually range upward from $26 to $33 per hour.

Advisory Commitee Members - A.D.N.

Advisory Committee Members are from Community, Business and Health Care Facilities. All have expressed interest in education of future nurses.

Accreditation Agency

The Board of Nursing for the State of Texas
333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-460
Austin, TX 78701

The Associate Degree Nursing Program is conditionally approved by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON).

The Texas Board of Nursing
333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-460
Austin, TX 78701-3944
(512) 305.7401
www.bne.state.tx.us

The Texas Board of Nursing offers resources to assist nurses with primary multistate licensure outside of Texas who choose to practice in Texas using compact privilege to understand the Texas Nursing Practice Act.

The new enhanced licensure compact, or eNLC, is the licensure model that allows registered nurses (RNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) to have one multistate license, with the privilege to practice in the home state and in other eNLC states physically, electronically, and/or telephonically. It replaces the original nurse licensure compact (NLC) and adds extra safeguards that maintain public protection at the state level.

Visit https://www.bon.texas.gov/licensure_nurse_licensure_compact_eNLC.asp

Please note, every attempt is made to ensure the above information is accurate and up to date; however, some information is subject to change.

If you have any questions or encounter problems contacting the appropriate licensing board, please contact the Program Director at (713) 718-7230.

Mission Statement

The Associate Degree Nursing Faculty at Coleman College for Health Sciences is committed to upholding the mission of the Houston Community College by establishing a learning environment that promotes the development of nursing values, to provide excellence in nursing education, to foster preparation of students to work in a collaborative environment and to cultivate a life-long pursuit of learning.

Vision Statement

Our vision is congruent with the vision of Houston Community College Coleman College for Health Careers.

Philosophy

The faculty prepares the Associate Degree nursing student in the practice of nursing using a comprehensive educational curriculum with experiences planned in diverse health care settings. The nursing program strives to build on each student's prior experience. The nursing role is characterized by the utilization of a systematic, problem-solving approach, a caring relationship, and commitment to continuing education and professionalism in practice.

Throughout the curriculum, students are provided with experiences that prepare them to care for clients and families with common and complex well-defined health problems. The role of the Associate Degree nurse encompasses four areas: a member of the profession, provider of patient-centered care, an advocate of patient safety, and an active member of the health care team. (www.bon.tx.gov)

Program objectives for students upon graduation are consistent with Rule 215.9

• 1. To prepare graduates to practice according to the standards of nursing practice as set forth in the Board’s Rules and Regulations
• 2. To prepare students to demonstrate the Differentiated Essential Competencies for Graduates of Texas Nursing Programs evidenced by knowledge, clinical judgement, and behaviors for Diploma/Associate Degree students
• 3. To prepare students to utilize a systematic approach to clinical decision making and safe patient care.

Texas Administrative Code, Title 22, Part 11, Chapter 215, Rule 215.9

Admission tests (HESI) is required for admission. More information available in Information Session or by contacting the department.

Upon graduation, students will be able to:

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the health-care team
• Utilize a systematic problem-solving approach in caring for patients with common and complex needs.
• Demonstrate appropriate entry level Associate Degree Nursing Program didactic competencies to pass the NCLEX licensure exam
• Demonstrate safe entry level nursing practice as defined by the four roles of the Differentiated Essential Competencies of Graduate of Texas Nursing Programs (DECs)

Transfer options available for students wishing to pursue the Bachelor of Science in Nursing at area schools or on-line programs. Contact Department Adviser for more details.