Welcome to
Iowa Central Community College
Health Sciences Department
Associate Degree Nursing Program
Practical Nursing Program
Nursing Student Handbook
2023-2024
Reviewed 06/22
0423
Iowa Central Community College
Storm Lake Center
Main Office:
916 N. Russell St.
Storm Lake, IA 50588
712-732-2991
Nursing Classrooms:
610 W. 4th St.
Swope Hall
Storm Lake, IA 50588
712-749-2515, 2516, 2517
Fax: 712-749-2037
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge Center
One Triton Circle
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
515-576-7201
1-800-362-2793
Fax: 515-574-1321
Iowa Central Community College
Webster City Center
1725 Beach St.
Webster City, IA 50595
515-832-1632
Fax: 515-832-6315
INDEX
Page
I. GENERAL COLLEGE INFORMATION
College Mission Statement 1
College Vision 1
College Philosophy 1
Ethical Statement 2
II. NURSING PROGRAM INFORMATION 3
Practical Nursing and Associates Degree Nursing Mission Statement 4
Practical Nursing and Associates Degree Nursing Philosophy 4
Practical Nursing and Associates Degree Nursing Global Concepts 5-6
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Associate Degree Nursing 7
Practical Nursing 7
PROGRAM GOALS
Associate Degree Nursing 8
Practical Nursing 9
CURRICULUM PLANS & COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Associate Degree Nursing Curriculum Plans 10
Associate Degree Nursing Curriculum-January start 11
Practical Nursing Curriculum 12
Iowa Core Performance Standards for Health Care
Career Programs 13-14
III. GENERAL PROGRAM POLICIES 15
Admissions 16
Admission Criteria 16
Advanced Standing 16-17
Advising 17
Articulation 17
Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) 17
Attendance Policies (includes classroom, administrative withdrawal, 17
and clinical attendance)
Class Cancellations 18
Classroom and Clinical Behavior Guidelines 18
Clinical Incident & Past Exposure Forms 18
Confidentiality 18
Co-Requisite Policy 18
Criminal Record and Child/Adult Abuse Registry Information 18-19
English Language Proficiency Policy 19-20
Evaluation of Instructors and Program 20
Examination Accommodations 20
Grading Scale 20
Grade Appeal 20
Grievance/Appeal Policy 21
Graduation 21
Health Requirements 21-22
Illnesses 22
Insurance: Liability and Malpractice 22
Latex Allergy 22
Orientation/Registration 23
Progression/Graduation/Recognition 23
Re-Entry 23
Repeat Policy 24-25
RN to BSN Disclaimer 25
Scholastic Dishonesty 25
Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment 25
Suspension/Dismissal 25
Temporary Illness, Pregnancy 25-26
Transfers Between Centers 26
Transportation 26
Uniform Policy 26-27
Hygiene Policy 27
Uniform Purchasing Information 27
IV. APPENDIX 28
Advising Form 29
Degree Checklist 30
Incident/Exposure Report 31-33
Procedure for Post-Exposure Evaluation & Follow-up 34
Plan for Success 35
PN and ADN Remediation Plan 36-37
Summative Student Performance Evaluation – ADN 38
Summative Student Performance Evaluation – PN 39
Student Policy Acknowledgement Form 40
GENERAL
COLLEGE
INFORMATION
1
COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT
Iowa Central Community College provides quality educational opportunities in the classroom and outside the
classroom.
COLLEGE VISION STATEMENT
For all we serve, Iowa Central Community College strives to be the premier learning community and college of
choice, preparing the best citizens and workers for our region and beyond.
We will aspire to:
Contribute effectively to the economic, social, and cultural opportunities of our region.
Work proactively with businesses, civic organizations, high schools and other academic institutions to improve
collaboration, develop educational and career opportunities, expand Iowa Central’s visibility, and target public
and private investment into Iowa Central.
Monitor progress against our priorities, commitments, and aims, using relevant performance indicators,
benchmarks, and targets. Through this assessment, we will maintain focus on our planning process to ensure we
continue to meet academic and institutional needs.
Plan and budget annually to provide the framework for making the strategic plan operational.
COLLEGE PHILOSOPHY
It is the philosophy of Iowa Central Community College, as a comprehensive community college, to aid in
developing our citizens' capabilities to the maximum.
Iowa Central provides a flexible program to satisfy the needs of the individual and the needs of the community.
An educational environment is planned to provide experiences for those who desire pre-professional courses,
improvement of educational or technical skills, or developmental programs for self-enrichment. This
environment can be on campus or on-site.
In concert with this mission, Iowa Central offers:
● college transfer courses
● career and technical training
● general education
● recreation and personal enrichment programs
● economic development
● community service activities for people with diverse interests, needs, backgrounds and skills
● adult basic education
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ETHICAL PRACTICE STATEMENT
The Administration and faculty support and implement the following statements concerning ethical practices in
the relationship of Iowa Central Community College, the Health Sciences Division, the Nursing Department and
the nursing student.
1. Iowa Central Community College is responsible for all of its personnel engaged in recruitment and/or
admission procedures.
2. In recruitment activities, all information released is correct, authentic, and objective whether made
concerning Iowa Central Community College's Nursing Program or any other School of Nursing.
3. The catalog of Iowa Central Community College provides basic information concerning admission
requirements as well as a description of the Associate Degree and Practical Nursing Programs. The
program costs are available upon request.
4. All candidates are notified promptly following decision of their eligibility status for admission.
5. The provisions of the Civil Rights Act are carefully followed.
6. The Nursing program provides that all students have equal opportunities in participation and/or sharing of
similar experiences, whether classroom or clinical in nature.
7. The Nursing program is responsible for informing the nursing students concerning its written policies for
dismissal, promotion and graduation, which it endorses.
8. Students will be advised of program changes sufficiently in advance of the effectuation of these changes.
9. All individuals having access to confidential information concerning students are ethically obligated to
judiciously protect such information.
The policies directing your program of study are those published in the handbook in the semester you begin the
program.
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NURSING
PROGRAM
INFORMATION
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PRACTICAL NURSING (PN) AND ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING (ADN) MISSION STATEMENT
In alignment with the mission and vision of Iowa Central Community College, the Nursing program is committed
to providing quality nursing education to aid students in meeting their diverse learning needs in preparing for a
career as a Licensed Practical Nurse and/or Registered Nurse. 
Philosophy
The nursing faculty believe the process of learning for each student is unique. The faculty believes that learning
is a change of behavior, attitude, or response which occurs best in a supportive and democratic climate where the
student is motivated. A concentrated effort is directed toward assisting the student in meeting program
outcomes. Learning progresses from simple to complex, from known to unknown through active participation in
a variety of reality-based situations. The role of the student is to utilize these planned activities and to seek
further learning experiences as he/she acquires greater ability to see relationships, use critical thinking and expand
his/her knowledge base. The role of the faculty is one of instructor, motivator, and facilitator of the learning
activities. The learning principles of J. S. Bruner and concepts of Patricia Benner's novice-to-expert theory
underlie these beliefs about the student learner and the education process. Utilizing these principles, the faculty
assists the student to acquire knowledge by relating new information to a previously acquired frame of reference
and by building learning on previous content. The student begins with basic principles and moves to viewing the
care giving process.
The individual is the focus for nursing. The faculty considers each individual a holistic being with psycho-social,
physiological, cultural and spiritual needs. Each individual has personalized human needs which are necessary to
obtain optimal health, and which are affected by the environment.
The environment of the individual includes both external and internal factors that impact health. The individual
grows and develops throughout the life span within a unique external environment. This external environment
encompasses the self-care, beliefs, behaviors, and health practices of the individual. These factors are affected by
the cumulative experiences during the life span. The internal environment includes the world within the
individual and reflects adjustments to physiological, perceptive, and cognitive factors.
Health is a state of optimal psycho-social, physiological, cultural, and spiritual functioning to which the
individual strives. It is a dynamic state that is perceived differently by each individual. Health exists on a
continuum with illness. Nursing focuses on the individual who is attempting to maintain or reestablish
equilibrium along this health-illness continuum.
Nursing is an art and a science. The art of nursing is the caring, compassionate delivery of professional nursing
care to all individuals. The nurse works autonomously and in collaboration with the healthcare team to create an
environment that empowers the individual to strive for an optimal level of health. The science of nursing care
involves using nursing knowledge and skills that are directed toward assisting and supporting an individual to
improve and/or maintain health. When improvement or maintenance of health is not possible, nursing strives to
provide comfort until the end of life. Nursing is practiced through the ongoing, systematic, and interactive nursing
process.
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Practical Nursing and Associates Degree Nursing Global Concepts:
Global Concept
Definition
Professionalism
A person who acts professionally is conscientious in
actions, knowledgeable in the subject and
responsible to self and others (Potter & Perry, 2019,
p. 5)
The faculty believe the main concepts that indicate
professionalism in nursing are:
• Accountability and Self Reflection
• Mutual Respect
• Integrity
• Scope of Practice
• Motivation and Dependability
• Recognize the Boundaries of
Professional Relationships
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Compliance with Legal, Ethical and
Practice standards (QSEN, 2020)
• Personal Responsibility
Safe and Effective Care
Safe and effective care minimizes harm to protect
the patient and healthcare personnel (QSEN, 2014;
NCSBN NCLEX Test Plan, 2020).
The faculty believes the main concepts that indicate
safe and effective care in nursing are competency in
the following areas:
• Coordinated Care
• RN Management of Care
• Infection Control
• Medication Administration
• Nursing Skills within scope of
practice
• Environmental Safety
• Reduction of Risk Potential
(NCSBN, NCLEX Test Plan, 2020)
• Evidenced Based Practice
• Effective Communication
(QSEN, 2014; NCSBN PN & RN Test Plan, 2020)
Communication
Communication is the process of sharing ideas or
information between one or more persons.
The faculty believe the main concepts of
communication include:
• Mutual respect
• Interprofessional communication
• Therapeutic communication
• Healthcare Informatics
(QSEN, 2020)
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Clinical Judgment
“Clinical Judgment is defined as the observed
outcome of critical thinking and decision making. It
is an iterative process that uses nursing knowledge
to observe and assess presenting situations, identify
a prioritized client concern and generate the best
possible evidence-based solutions in order to deliver
safe client care” (NCSBN, Clinical Judgment
Measurement Model, 2019)
The nursing process encompasses significant actions
taken by the nurse and forms the foundation of the
nurse’s decision making (ANA, 2015).
The faculty believe that beginning with the nursing
process, students will demonstrate clinical judgment
as the outcome of critical thinking and decision
making (NCSBN clinical judgment model). The
main concepts of clinical judgment are implemented
through the clinical judgement model and include:
• Nursing Process
• Critical Thinking
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Professional Autonomy
• Prioritization
• Decision Making
Patient-Centered Care (QSEN, 2020)
Patient-centered care is collaborating with the
patient (this includes individuals, families, groups,
and communities) to meet patient preferences and
basic human needs.
The faculty believe patient-centered care includes
individualized, holistic care across the lifespan and
the health-illness continuum in varied settings.
Holistic care is inclusive of individual belief
systems, psycho-social, physiological, and spiritual
needs, in addition to culturally informed care
(NCSBN NCLEX Test Plan, QSEN).
The main concepts included in patient- centered care
are:
• Holistic Care
• Health promotion and maintenance
(NCSBN NCLEX test plan)
• Care across the Lifespan (care of
patients of all ages)
• Health-Illness continuum
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Practical Nursing and Associates Degree Nursing End of Program Student Learning Outcomes
(SLOs)
ADN
Incorporate standards of
professionalism in the practice
of the associate degree nurse.
Practice evidence-based nursing
in a variety of settings
responding to the needs of
diverse individuals, families,
groups, and communities.
Demonstrate effective
communication with recipients
of care and as a member of the
healthcare team.
Utilize clinical judgment in
applying the nursing process to
the management of care for
individuals or groups.
Collaborate with the patient to
provide holistic care across the
lifespan and health-illness
continuum.
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IOWA CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING
Program Goals
1. Provide effective education in nursing and related areas to produce graduates competent to practice at the
beginning level of registered nursing and who participate in personal and professional development.
Evaluation Criteria:
Passing rates on NCLEX exam above the National Percent
Employer and student surveys
Employment and placement data
Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) test results
2. Provide flexible programming to meet individual needs in completing the associate degree in nursing
including secondary health students, practical nursing graduates, and other transfer students.
Evaluation Criteria:
Admission data
Enrollment patterns
Transfer data
Graduation rates
3. Provide transferable education to allow students to continue their education at the baccalaureate level.
Evaluation Criteria:
Follow-up studies of graduates
Validation agreements
Transfer requirements of 4-year nursing programs
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Revised 8/13
Reviewed Advisory 10/14
Revised 6/18
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IOWA CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
PRACTICAL NURSING
Program Goals
1. Provide effective education in nursing and related areas to produce graduates competent to practice at the
beginning level of practical nursing and who participate in personal and professional development.
Evaluation Criteria:
Passing rates on NCLEX exam above the National percent
Employer and student surveys
Employment and placement date
ATI test results
2. Provide flexible programming to meet individual needs in completing practical nursing including
secondary health students and other transfer students.
Evaluation Criteria:
Admission data
Enrollment patterns
Transfer data
Graduation rates
3. Provide transferable education to allow students to continue their education at the associate degree level.
Evaluation Criteria:
Follow-up studies of graduates
Validation agreements
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Revised 8/13
Reviewed by Advisory 10/14
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Revised 6/22
Curriculum Plan
ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING
Fort Dodge, Storm Lake and Webster City Centers
(60 min. hour)
Pre-requisite
HSC-172
BIO-168
BIO- 173
BIO- 151
First Semester
Course Name
Nurse Aide or equivalent Nurse Aide course
(student must pass state certification exams)
Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/ lab
Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/ lab
Nutrition
----Contact Hours---
Lect. Lab Clinical
45 30
45 30
45
Credit Sem.
3.0
4.0
4.0
3.0
PNN-123
PNN-124
PNN-125
PSY- 121
Second Semester
PNN-223
PNN-224
PNN-225
Summer Session
PSY-111
BIO-186
ENG- 105
Third Semester
ADN-323
ADN-324
ADN-325
ADN-466**
SOC-110
Fourth Semester
ADN-423
ADN-424
ADN-425
Nursing Theory I
Introduction to Nursing
Applied Nursing Practice I
Developmental Psychology
Term Total:
Nursing Theory II
PN Capstone
Applied Nursing Practice II
Term total:
Introduction to Psychology
Microbiology
Composition I
Term Total:
Nursing Theory III
RN Capstone I
Applied Nursing III
Advance Standing Bridge
Intro to Sociology
Term Total:
Nursing Theory IV
RN Capstone II
Applied Nursing Practice IV
Term Total:
Program Total:
105
30
45
180
105
30
135
45
30
45
110
105
30
15
45
255
105
30
135
815
45
45
60
60
105
67.5
67.5
135
135
135
135
135
135
472.50
7.0
2.0
3.0
3.0
15.0
7.0
2.0
3.0
12.0
3.0
4.0
3.0
10.0
7.0
2.0
3.0
1.0
3.0
15.0
(16.0 if
Advance
Standing)
7.0
2.0
3.0
12.0
64
72 60 weeks Total Contact Hours: 1762.50 Weekly Average 24.47
(Does not include pre-requisites)
( 15 Lecture Hours = 1 semester hour, 30 Lab Hours = 1 semester hour, 45 Clinical Hours = 1 semester hour
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Curriculum Plan
Pre-requisite
HSC-172
BIO-168
BIO- 173
BIO- 151
First Semester
Course Name
Nurse Aide or equivalent Nurse Aide course
(student must pass state certification exams)
Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/ lab
Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/ lab
Nutrition
----Contact Hours---
Lect. Lab Clinical
45 30
45 30
45
Credit
Sem.
3.0
4.0
4.0
3.0
PNN-123
PNN-124
PNN-125
PSY- 121
Second Semester
PNN-223
PNN-224
PNN-225
Summer Session
PSY-111
BIO-186
ENG- 105
Third Semester
ADN-323
ADN-324
ADN-325
ADN-466**
SOC-110
Fourth Semester
ADN-423
ADN-424
ADN-425
Nursing Theory I
Introduction to Nursing
Applied Nursing Practice I
Developmental Psychology
Term Total:
Nursing Theory II
PN Capstone
Applied Nursing Practice II
Term total:
Introduction to Psychology
Microbiology
Composition I
Term Total:
Nursing Theory III
RN Capstone I
Applied Nursing III
Advance Standing Bridge
Intro to Sociology
Term Total:
Nursing Theory IV
RN Capstone II
Applied Nursing Practice IV
Term Total:
Program Total:
105
30
45
180
105
30
135
45
30
45
110
105
30
15
45
255
105
30
135
815
45
45
60
60
105
135
135
67.5
67.5
135
135
135
135
472.5
7.0
2.0
3.0
3.0
15.0
7.0
2.0
3.0
12.0
3.0
4.0
3.0
10.0
7.0
2.0
3.0
1.0
3.0
15.0
(16.0 if
Advance
Standing)
7.0
2.0
3.0
12.0
64
60 weeks Total Contact Hours: 1762.50 Weekly Average 24.47
(Does not include pre-requisites)
( 15 Lecture Hours = 1 semester hour, 30 Lab Hours = 1 semester hour, 45 Clinical Hours = 1 semester hour
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Curriculum Plan (January start)
ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING
Fort Dodge
(60 min. hour)
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PRACTICAL NURSING
Curriculum Plan
PRACTICAL NURSING
Fort Dodge, Storm Lake and Webster City Centers
(60 min. hour)
Pre-requisite
HSC-172
BIO-168
BIO-173
BIO-151
First Semester
Course Name
Nurse Aide or equivalent Nurse Aide course
(student who is active on CNA state registry fulfills
this requirement without having taken the course)
Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/ lab
Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/lab
Nutrition
----Contact Hours---
Lect. Lab Clin.
Other
45 30
45 30
45
Credit Sem.
3.0
4.0
4.0
3.0
PNN-123
PNN-124
PSY- 125
BIO- 151
Nursing Theory I
Introduction to Nursing
Applied Nursing Practice I
Developmental Psychology
Term total:
105
30
45
180
45
45
67.5
67.5
7.0
2.0
3.0
3.0
15.0
Second Semester
PNN-223
PNN-224
PNN-225
Nursing Theory II
PN Capstone
Applied Nursing Practice II
Term total:
105
30
135
135
135
7.0
2.0
3.0
12.0
Program total:
315
45
202.5
27
30 weeks Total Contact Hours 612 Weekly Average 20.40
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Iowa Core Performance Standards
for
Health Care Career Programs
Iowa Community colleges have developed the following Core Performance Standards for all applicants to
Health Care Career Programs. These standards are based upon required abilities that are compatible with
effective performance in health care careers. Applicants unable to meet the Core Performance Standards are
responsible for discussing the possibility of reasonable accommodations with the designated institutional
office. Before final admission into a health career program, applicants are responsible for providing medical
and other documentation related to any disability and the appropriate accommodations needed to meet the
Core Performance Standards. These materials must be submitted in accordance with the institution’s ADA
Policy.
CAPABILITY
STANDARD
SOME EXAMPLES OF NECESSARY
ACTIVITIES
(NOT ALL INCLUSIVE)
Cognitive-Perception
The ability to gather and
interpret data and events, to
think clearly and rationally,
and to respond appropriately
in routine and stressful
situations.
● Identify changes in patient/client health
status
● Handle multiple priorities in stressful
situations
Critical Thinking
Utilize critical thinking to
analyze the problem and
devise effective plans to
address the problem.
● Identify cause-effect relationships in
clinical situations
● Develop plans of care as required
Interpersonal
Have interpersonal and
collaborative abilities to
interact appropriately with
members of the healthcare
team as well as individuals,
families and groups.
Demonstrate the ability to
avoid barriers to positive
interaction in relation to
cultural and/or diversity
differences.
● Establish rapport with patients/clients
and members of the healthcare team
● Demonstrate a high level of patience
and respect
● Respond to a variety of behaviors
(anger, fear, hostility) in a calm manner
● Nonjudgmental behavior
Communication
Utilize communication
strategies in English to
communicate health
information accurately and
with legal and regulatory
guidelines, upholding the
strictest standards of
confidentiality.
● Read, understand, write and speak
English competently
● Communicate thoughts, ideas and
action plans with clarity, using written,
verbal and/or visual methods
● Explain treatment procedures
● Initiate health teaching
● Document patient/client responses
● Validate responses/messages with
others
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CAPABILITY
STANDARD
SOME EXAMPLES OF NECESSARY
ACTIVITIES
(NOT ALL INCLUSIVE)
Technology Literacy
Demonstrate the ability to
perform a variety of
technological skills that are
essential for providing safe
patient care.
● Retrieve and document patient
information using a variety of methods
● Employ communication technologies to
coordinate confidential patient care
Mobility
Ambulatory capability to
sufficiently maintain a center
of gravity when met with an
opposing force as in lifting,
supporting, and/or transferring
a patient/client.
● The ability to propel wheelchairs,
stretchers, etc. alone or with assistance
as available
Motor Skills
Gross and fine motor abilities
to provide safe and effective
care and documentation
● Position patients/clients
● Reach, manipulate, and operate
equipment, instruments and supplies
● Electronic documentation/ keyboarding
● Lift, carry, push and pull (50 lbs.
minimum)
● Perform CPR
Hearing
Auditory ability to monitor
and assess, or document health
needs
● Hears monitor alarms, emergency
signals, auscultatory sounds, cries for
help
Visual
Visual ability sufficient for
observations and assessment
necessary in patient/client
care, accurate color
discrimination
● Observes patient/client responses
● Discriminates color changes
● Accurately reads measurement on
patient client related equipment
Tactile
Tactile ability sufficient for
physical assessment, inclusive
of size, shape, temperature,
and texture
● Performs palpation
● Performs functions of physical
examination and/or those related to
therapeutic intervention
Activity Tolerance
The ability to tolerate lengthy
periods of physical activity
● Move quickly and/or continuously
● Tolerate long periods of standing
and/or sitting as required
Environmental
Ability to tolerate
environmental stressors
● Adapt to rotating shifts
● Work with chemicals and detergents
● Tolerate exposure to fumes and odors
● Work in areas that are close and
crowded
● Work in areas of potential physical
violence
● Work with patients with communicable
diseases or conditions
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GENERAL
PROGRAM
STANDARDS
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Admissions
Iowa Central Community College is a comprehensive college with an open admissions policy. Students who have
not graduated from high school, or who are attending high school, may also enroll in programs for which they
qualify. To complete admission procedures, the following requirements are necessary:
1. Complete an Iowa Central application form.
2. Provide a high school transcript or equivalent, plus official transcripts from any colleges previously
attended.
3. Submit ACT or ACCUPLACER and ALEKS placement test scores (ACT/Accuplacer scores need to be
within the last 3 years to be accepted –ALEKS scores must be within the last 18 months).
4. Individuals whose native language is not English must prove an adequate level of English language
proficiency for admission into the nursing program via the TOEFL examination. Individuals will need to
submit the results of the TOEFL examination to ICCC. Scores need to be within the last two years to be
accepted. Please refer to the English Language Proficiency Policy.
5. Submit a nursing application packet.
6. Nursing application packets are reviewed and ranked by an Admissions Committee including Nursing
Faculty, Health Sciences Associate, and/or Director of Nursing.
It is highly recommended the following courses be taken prior to entrance into the program: high school biology,
chemistry, and algebra. Admission of students to either nursing program is based on the following program
criteria.
1. High school GPA of 2.5 or higher and/or eight hours of college courses of 2.0 or above.
2. High school transcripts -courses should include science classes (biology, chemistry, physics, advanced
biology), math (algebra I & II, geometry), and English classes.
3. ACT scores of 18 and above in all areas of Reading and English OR the equivalent Accuplacer scores
OR completion of college level Composition I class with a letter grade “C” or above.
4. ALEKS math score of 20 or above OR completion of college level math class with a letter grade “C” or
above
5.GED scores of 550 and above or HiSET scores of 15 or above (if no high school diploma).
6. Proof of enrollment/completion of 75-Hour Nurse Aide course and Human Anatomy and Physiology I
with Lab with a letter grade “C” or above.
7. For students required to submit TOEFL scores, TOEFL scores of 17 or above in each section: Reading,
Listening, Speaking, and Writing are required. Please refer to the English Language Proficiency Policy
for further information.
If a student does not meet criteria, it may be suggested that they take an extended program to help ensure success
in the program.
Advanced Standing
The ladder concept initiated in the nursing program at Iowa Central Community College enables Licensed
Practical Nurses to enter the Associate Degree Nursing Program at an advanced level. Licensed Practical Nurses
are required to have completed Anatomy and Physiology (6-8 semester hours), Nutrition (3 semester hours),
Microbiology (4 semester hours), Intro to Psychology (3 semester hours) and Developmental Psychology (3
semester hours), Composition 1 (3.0 semester hours) prior to beginning the second-year nursing courses. The
Nurse Aide course is waived for LPN students entering the nursing program as advanced standing students.
To be considered for acceptance into the second level nursing classes, the student must be a LPN with an active
license (no probation) and will need to complete an Iowa Central Community College application and an
Advanced Standing Application. Both documents are located on the Iowa Central web page.
The Iowa Central application needs to be sent to the admissions office. The Advanced Standing Application
packet needs to be submitted to the Nursing Program at the center for which the student wants to attend. The
Advanced Standing Packet must include a current copy of the applicant’s LPN license.
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Individuals whose native language is not English will need to submit results of the TOEFL examination. Scores
need to be within the last two years to be accepted. TOEFL scores of 17 or above in each section-Reading,
Listening, Speaking, and Writing are required.
Advising
Students may be advised by their instructors, coordinator, and professionally prepared guidance personnel or
other resource persons who are available to discuss educational and/or personal problem areas.
Articulation
Students who have successfully completed the Associate Degree Nursing program may articulate into BSN
programs that are participating in the Iowa Articulation Program.
Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI)
The Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) program helps to prepare students for the National Council
Licensing Examination (NCLEX) testing. ATI provides tools to help students prepare more efficiently, as well as
increase confidence and familiarity with the content. The ATI program is set up for the student to identify their
areas of strengths and weaknesses. ATI is utilized as a testing platform for students.
Attendance Policies
It is the strong belief of the Nursing Faculty that classroom and clinical attendance is imperative to the nursing
student. It is highly suggested that students wisely utilize their allowable missed hours during each course. A
student does have the right to appeal the attendance policies as per the appeal process. The attendance policies are
as follows:
Administrative Withdrawal:
Please refer to the ICCC Board Policy located in the Iowa Central Community College Student Handbook.
Clinical Attendance Policy:
The student is to call the facility and instructor 2 hours prior to the start of clinical when an absence is
unavoidable.
Clinical absences will be reflected in the Clinical Proficiency evaluation.
Missed clinical days will result in make-up days at the instructor’s discretion.
Students who fail to complete the clinical makeup shift will receive an “F” as their final grade.
Additional assignments i.e.: (written care plans, computer programs) may be given at the instructor's discretion.
Arriving late or leaving early may result in being counted absent for a full or half shift. Make-up may be assigned
at the discretion of the instructor.
With anything exceeding over the three (3) clinical absences (e.g., minutes, hours), students will be required
to meet with their instructor and Director of Nursing.
Revised 06/22
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Class Cancellations
Students are highly recommended to sign up for the Triton Alert, which is found in Triton Pass under Emergency
Notification for class cancellations/delays or check your email. Students are advised to use their own discretion
before venturing out when road conditions may be hazardous. Students must call their clinical instructor/site if
they are going to be late to clinical due to inclement weather. Please refer to instructor course policies for all
weather-related plans.
Classroom and Clinical Behavior Guidelines
Preparing for a career in nursing means meeting standards set by the profession. Any student enrolled at Iowa
Central Community College in either the Practical Nursing or Associate Degree Nursing program will be entering
a profession with a stated code of ethics.
Students who enroll accept the college’s policies, regulations, and operational procedures. Student behavior,
which after due process is found to be disruptive to classes or to destroy the rights of others or property, may
result in disciplinary probation, suspension and/or withdrawal from a nursing course and/or program.
All students are expected to display professional behavior with instructors, staff, other students, and individuals in
the clinical and classroom settings. Students are also expected to communicate with others respectfully and in a
non-threatening manner.
*Refer to the Iowa Central Community College Board Policies titled Student Conduct Code and Student
Discipline Policy located in the Iowa Central Community College Student Handbook for further information.
Clinical Incident and Post Exposure Forms
The clinical incident form is initiated if a nursing student would exhibit unsafe and/or unprofessional behavior
during scheduled clinical hours. This form is initiated by the clinical instructor when deemed necessary.
The post exposure form is utilized if an incident or exposure would occur with a nursing student. Examples of this
would be if a student obtained a needle stick or would fall while caring for a patient, even if no injury is apparent.
If an incident would occur, the nursing student must inform their clinical instructor immediately and call EMC
OnCall Nurse at 1-844-322-4668. This form must be completed by the student and sent to the instructor. See
appendix for forms.
Confidentiality
In keeping with professional ethics, any information of a confidential nature may not be divulged or discussed
with others outside the professional setting. Breeches of confidentiality violate the rights of clients in the
affiliating institution, jeopardize the student’s status in the program (e.g., termination) and may result in legal
action. A confidentiality contract will be signed upon entry into the program and renewed annually.
Co-Requisite Policy
Co-requisite means that two courses are taken concurrently (different courses in the same semester). When a
previously graded course is repeated for a grade, the most recent grade for the course will be calculated in the
student’s grade point average.
Criminal Record and Child/Adult Abuse Registry Information
Students in Nursing Program will be attending clinical in a local affiliating health care facility (hospital, clinic,
long-term care facility, or public health agency). Students must complete Criminal Record/Child and Adult
Abuse Registry checks prior to participating in clinical. Students will need to complete and submit the Criminal
Record/Child and Adult Abuse forms to Castle Branch. These forms and instructions will be given to students at
orientation.
If a student is re-entering the nursing program and has not been enrolled in the program for over a year, the
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student will need to complete and submit the Criminal Record/Child and Adult Abuse forms.
It is the responsibility of the student to immediately report any criminal, child abuse, and dependent adult abuse
charges that have occurred after the initial background check to the Compliance Coordinator.
Iowa Board of Nursing Policy:
All nursing courses with a clinical component may not be taken by a person:
1. Who has been denied licensure by the Board.
2. Whose license is currently suspended, surrendered, or revoked in any U.S. jurisdiction.
3. Whose license/registration is currently suspended, surrendered, or revoked in another country due to
disciplinary action.
(Iowa Board of Nursing, 655 Iowa Administrative Rules, Chapter 2)
If one of the above statements applies to a student, the student needs to contact the Iowa Board of Nursing, 515-
281-3255.
Felony Convictions or Alcohol Related Criminal Offenses
The Iowa Board of Nursing requires that all criminal convictions a nursing student applying for initial licensure
has ever received be disclosed on their application for licensure. This includes deferred judgements and expunged
cases. Once licensed, nurses are required by law to report all criminal convictions within 30 days of final
disposition.
The Board has denied licensure based on alcohol and drug related offenses or issues an initial license that required
that the new licensee spend their first year on probation submitting to drug and alcohol screening.
Even though the Board of Nursing may approve you for licensure, an employer still has the right to deny the
person for employment.
English Language Proficiency Requirement
An individual whose native language is not English must prove an adequate level of English language proficiency
for admission into the nursing program via the TOEFL test. The student must obtain a minimum of 17 or above in
each of the sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing) to enter the nursing program. Please refer to bullet
points below. TOEFL scores must be within two-year time period to be accepted. The student will be allowed
only two times to test to meet the requirements. The TOEFL exam can be taken at any approved ETS location.
Scores must be reported directly from ETS.org to Iowa Central Community College using institution code 6217.
Please note that completion of an English Composition or English course in a US college does not satisfy the
English proficiency requirement for Iowa Central’s nursing program.
If a student is unsuccessful in obtaining the required scores in any of the sections on the first test, the student will
not be able to retest for at least 12 days and will be required to demonstrate some form of remediation through the
ESL division. After the remediation, the student will be allowed to retest. If the student does not meet the scores
on the second test, the student will not be allowed to enter the nursing program.
Students whose native language is not English must submit TOEFL IBT results with a minimum skill score of the
following for admission into the Iowa Central Nursing program:
•Reading component, no less than 17-Level in the intermediate
•Listening component, no less than 17-Level in the intermediate
•Speaking component, no less than 17-High end level of limited
•Writing component, no less than 17-Low end of Fair level
There are many sites on the web and practice tests to prepare a student to take the TOEFL exam. Students may
also contact the ESL department for assistance. It is recommended to choose a date at least 2 to 3 months before
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your earliest admissions deadline to ensure your scores will be reported on time. The TOEFL exam is given on
select weekdays at Fort Dodge and Webster City Testing Centers. Students are responsible for exam fees
associated with testing. Before you can schedule to take your exam, you will need to register and make a payment
at the following site:
https://toefl-registration.ets.org/TOEFLWeb/extISERLogonPrompt.do
To find available dates to take the TOEFL exam at Iowa Central Community College, please call the Fort Dodge
Testing Center at 515-574-1161 or the Webster City Testing Center at 515-832-1632. If you are unable to take the
TOEFL at the Iowa Central site, you can search for other testing locations and available test dates here:
https://v2.ereg.ets.org/ereg/public/workflowmanager/schlWorkflow?_p=TEL
TOEFL also offers virtual home testing options. A comprehensive list of equipment and environment
requirements for at home testing can be found here
https://www.ets.org/toefl/test-takers/ibt/register/at-home-requirements.html
Evaluation of Instructors and Program
Students will have the opportunity to evaluate each nursing course at its completion. Each instructor will be
evaluated by the students annually through the Student Opinion of Instruction survey. Instructors do value
student input and suggestions. The nursing program will be evaluated by students as they complete the program.
Follow-up studies of both graduates and employers are conducted six months after graduation.
Exam Accommodations
All student accommodations must come from the Accommodations Coordinator. If a student has received
accommodations for testing, all nursing exams and proctored ATIs must be taken in the testing center.
The Iowa Board of Nursing now requires specific documentation of the need for testing accommodations for
NCLEX. Even though a student may obtain accommodations here at Iowa Central, does not guarantee the
accommodations will be granted by the Iowa Board of Nursing. Please contact the Director of Nursing if you wish
to review the required application and documentation needed for the Iowa Board of Nursing.
Grading Scale
The grading scale for the nursing courses with a letter grade is as follows:
Percentage
Grade
100-93%
A
92-85%
B
84-78%
C (passing)
77.99-70%
D
69.99-0%
F
The grading scale for nursing courses with Pass/Fail reporting is as follows:
P – (Pass) Satisfactory Performance
Q – (Fail) Unsatisfactory Performance
Students are informed of grades via Triton Pass. The student needs to take personal responsibility for meeting
with the instructor if the course grade is a “D” or “F”. A student MUST have a “C” grade (78%) in order to
successfully pass the course.
Grade Appeal
Please refer to the Iowa Central Community College Board Policy located in the Iowa Central Community
College Student Handbook.
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Student Complaint/Grievance Policy
Please refer to the Iowa Central Community College Board Policy located in the Iowa Central Community
College Student Handbook.
When a student has concerns, the student shall discuss this matter with the instructor. If the matter is not resolved
satisfactorily the following chain of command should be followed in this order:
1. The Nursing Instructor
2. The Director of Nursing Program
3. The Dean
4. Vice President of Instruction
Graduation
Students who plan to receive a degree or diploma from the Practical Nursing Program or the Associate Degree
Nursing Program, must complete their Graduation Declaration online and pay a graduation fee prior to
graduation.
Students must pay all fees/bills and complete the Financial Aid requirements prior to their transcript being sent to
the Board of Nursing. If the payment of fees/bills and/or completing the Financial Aid requirements are
completed after the graduation date, the student is responsible for notifying the Registrar and requesting their
transcript be sent to the Board of Nursing.
Health Requirements/Compliance
The objective of the health program is to promote positive health habits in addition to prophylaxis and the
avocation of early treatment of disease. Iowa Central Community College reserves the right to deny admission,
acceptance, participation and/or continued participation to any healthcare program per agency policy.
Students in healthcare programs are required to comply with any and all policies created and implemented by
Iowa Central Community College and its clinical affiliates.
Students are advised that any and all healthcare facilities associated with Iowa Central may deny admission to or
remove any student placed in the facility if, at the discretion of the healthcare facility, the admission of the student
or the continued presence of the student would present or continue a risk to the healthcare facility or any of its
patients or employees.
Iowa Central contracts with Castle Branch to manage background checks and clinical requirements. Once you are
accepted to the health program, you will receive information on how to initiate this process. In addition, the
information will contain the cost of utilizing and the deadline for initiating and completing this process. It is the
student's responsibility to purchase the Castle Branch package and meet the associated deadlines. Students that
fail to purchase this package and/or meet the health, training, and/or background check requirements will not be
allowed to enter or continue in the program. Students are responsible for all financial liabilities associated with
not meeting these requirements.
Prior to participating in any clinical rotation, students must submit the following evidence to Castle Branch.
Health Requirements
● Completed physical within the last year
● Tetanus (within the last 10 years)
● 2 Mumps, Measles and Rubella (MMR) immunizations or positive antibody titer
● 2 Varicella (Chicken Pox) immunizations or positive antibody titer
● Annual Flu Shot (due October 15th each year) or a signed decline form
● Hepatitis B (series of 3 immunizations) or a signed decline form
● Completed 2-Step TB skin test or negative QuantiFERON Gold Blood test or negative T-
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Spot blood test
● Covid 19 Vaccine required by clinical sites or a completed exemption form
Other Requirements
● Proof of 75-hour CNA Class or equivalent
● Signed CNA Skills Checklist
● CPR Certification (American Heart Association Health Professional BLS OR American
Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer)
● Mandatory Reporter for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Training
● Iowa Central HIPAA & Bloodborne Pathogens Trainings
● Students attending clinical at any UPH affiliate must complete all assigned NetLearning
modules and attend mandatory training on the EPIC computer system. These items must be
completed before clinical starts.
Throughout the program, certain immunizations and training need to be completed annually. All requirements
must be kept up to date.
Students who do not submit compliance information by the communicated deadline may lose their seat in the
program. Students who have compliance information that is pending on the first day of clinical will not be
allowed to attend clinical experiences (orientation, observation, clinical, etc.) unless compliance information is
current and approved. Students missing clinical as a result of incomplete immunizations or background check will
be counted absent from clinical and will receive an unsatisfactory grade for the day. This could result in being
administratively withdrawn from the course and will count as one program failure/withdraw. Students then need
to follow the program's re-entry policy.
A student who declines the flu vaccine will need to wear a mask at all times during clinical after October 15th.
The clinical agencies do not provide insurance coverage for students injured while in their respective agencies.
Students need to assume full responsibility for their own accidents or injuries which may occur in any of the
clinical facilities, classrooms or lab settings.
Updated 6/22
Illnesses
It is the responsibility of the student to inform the appropriate instructor(s) of any condition that could interfere
with the safety of the student and/or client while in the clinical area. When ill, the student needs to notify the
instructor and the clinical area. If absent on a theory day, the student needs to notify the nursing instructor at the
respective center.
* Iowa Central Community College will not require students to receive the COVID 19 vaccine. Students who
participate in clinical practicum, work-based learning, internships, or any course that requires a student to obtain
credits through these types of experiences could be required to have the vaccine per the facilities guidelines to
participate.
Students will still have the choice to either receive or not receive the vaccine but must understand that failure to
meet the facilities guidelines will prevent them from completing the course work necessary for their program of
study and potentially keep them from graduating on time.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your program coordinator. Please reach out to
Amber Graves for more information.
Insurance: Liability and Malpractice
All students are covered with a liability and malpractice insurance policy which is provided by the college.
Latex Allergy
Health Care providers are one group of people at risk for developing latex allergies. Allergic reactions to products
made from latex are increasing in incidence and severity. If a student has a latex sensitivity, the student must
inform their instructors and meet with the Accommodations Coordinator.
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Orientation/Registration
Once students are accepted into the nursing program, they must attend an orientation/registration meeting. At this
meeting students will be given information about Castle Branch, CPR, Dependent Adult & Child Abuse
certification, prerequisites, pre-entrance physical form, background check forms, immunizations, uniforms, and
other clinical requirements.
Progression/Graduation/Recognition
Practical Nurse -
Students planning to graduate as a Practical Nurse must maintain a grade of "C" or better in all courses and meet
the necessary prerequisites to progress in the program and graduate. The Practical Nursing student must complete
the approved program with a 2.0 cumulative grade point average. A graduation fee must be paid. A Diploma is
awarded to the student successfully completing the curriculum.
Associate Degree Nurse -
Students planning to graduate as an Associate Degree Nurse must maintain a grade of "C" or better in all courses
and meet the necessary prerequisites to progress in the program and graduate. The student must complete the
approved program with a 2.0 cumulative grade point average. An Associate in Applied Science Degree is awarded
to the student successfully completing the two-year curriculum. A graduation fee must be paid.
The college graduation ceremony is held at the end of the spring semester in May. Both Practical and Associate
Degree Nurse Graduates who have successfully completed courses through the academic school year are eligible
to attend.
An annual Nursing Graduate Recognition for both Practical and Associate Degree Nurse graduates is held at the
successful conclusion of the programs in May and December. At this time, the graduates will be recognized. The
Recognition Ceremony details are determined by the Nursing Program Administration and Faculty.
Re-entry
Students that leave the nursing program may apply to re-enter by the following guidelines:
1. Notify the Nursing Coordinator or Director of Nursing, in writing prior to the next semester of re-
entry.
2. In order to re-enter the nursing program, the student will need to have their transcripts evaluated,
meet all admission requirements, and be accepted by the Admission’s Committee. Grade point
average is evaluated, and courses completed previously must be of comparable content and
semester hours.
3. The length of time since the student completed the prior nursing course(s) must not exceed two
semesters (excluding summer semester). The date that is considered as the end date will be the
last day of the nursing course, not when the student leaves the class or the program.
4. Students who have failed or withdrawn from a nursing course must complete a Plan for Success
form before they will be considered for re-admittance into the program (see appendix page for
form). The Plan for Success form may be obtained from the Health Science Office. The Plan for
success must be completed and returned to the Nursing Coordinator for consideration.
5. Once a student is admitted for re-entry the student must be compliant in their Castle Branch
account (immunizations, background check, etc…).
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Repeat Procedure
PN Repeat Policy
One failure or withdrawal PN Level
Students who have one failure or withdrawal of any nursing course will be required to complete a Plan for
Success.
Two failures or withdrawals PN Level
Students who fail or withdrawal from two nursing courses at the PN level must exit the program and sit out for 1
year. The student is encouraged to work in the healthcare field. After 1 year the student can apply to the nursing
program. Admission to the program will be based off the following criteria:
● Grades
● Work in the healthcare field
● Submitted remediation plan and letter.
Probationary Admission at PN level
Upon re-admission, the student is placed on probation and will be required to complete the following educational
track:
● The nursing student will be admitted to the program on probation.
● The student will be admitted to the program as a new student and will be required to
restart the nursing program curriculum, even if previous successful grades had been
obtained.
● The student will be required to successfully complete all core nursing courses without
any failures or withdrawals.
● During the probationary period if the nursing student is unsuccessful in any nursing
course the student will be required to exit the program and wait 5 years before
reapplying.
ADN Repeat Policy
One failure or withdrawal ADN Level
Students who have one failure or withdrawal of any nursing course will be required to complete a Plan for
Success.
One failure or withdrawal PN level and one failure or withdrawal ADN level
● The student will then be required to exit the nursing program for 1 year.
● During the one-year waiting period the student is encouraged to work in the healthcare
field.
● After the one-year waiting period, the student can re-apply for admission.
Admission will be based on the following criteria:
● Student’s work in the healthcare field
● Grades
● Remediation plan and letter
Two failures or withdrawals ADN level
● The student will then be required to exit the nursing program for 1 year.
● During the one-year waiting period the student is encouraged to work in the healthcare
field.
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● After the one-year waiting period, the student can apply for re-admission.
· Admission will be based on the following criteria:
o Student’s work in the healthcare field
o Grades
o Remediation plan
Probationary Admission at ADN Level
Upon re-admission the student is placed on probation and will be required to complete the following educational
track:
● The nursing student will be admitted to the program on probation.
● The student will be admitted to the program and will be required to restart the ADN
nursing program curriculum, even if previous successful grades had been obtained.
● The student will be required to successfully complete all core nursing courses without
any failures or withdrawals.
● During the probationary period if the nursing student is unsuccessful in any nursing
course the student will be required to exit the program and wait 5 years before
reapplying.
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RN to BSN Intent
ADN nursing students need to be aware of the coalition of RN to BSN. ADN nursing students must also be aware
that certain health care facilities may require the ADN nurse to obtain their BSN within a certain time frame upon
employment. Iowa Central’s nursing program strongly encourages students to continue on with their education
toward a BSN.
Scholastic Dishonesty
Please refer to the Iowa Central Community College Board Policy located in the Iowa Central Community
College Student Handbook.
Second Year Entry Criteria
The student that has earned 78-81.99% in PNN-223 Nursing Theory II and desires to continue in the nursing
program, must obtain their LPN license. The student must take and pass boards prior to starting ADN-423
Nursing Theory IV. A copy of the LPN license must be submitted to the Director of Nursing. Any exceptions to
this policy must be approved by the Director of Nursing, and Dean of CTE.
Students must complete BIO-186 Microbiology with a letter grade “C” or above prior to starting second year
nursing courses.
Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment
Please refer to the Iowa Central Community College Board Policy located in the Iowa Central Community
College Student Handbook.
Suspension/Dismissal
Please refer to the Iowa Central Community College Board Policy located in the Iowa Central Community
College Student Handbook.
Temporary Illness, Injury, Pregnancy, or Related Conditions
Students must be able to successfully participate in all program activities whether in the classroom, laboratory, or
clinical setting. This includes, but is not limited to, the capacity for sensory and motor functions that allow
independent laboratory/clinical performance and routine and emergency client care. It is essential that students are
able to perform a number of physical & cognitive activities in the clinical portion with or without
accommodations.
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If a student or instructor believes that the student cannot meet one or more of the standards without
accommodations, the Accommodations Coordinator, the Nursing Instructor, and the student must determine, on
an individual basis, whether reasonable accommodation can be made. Students should refer to the nursing
program required essential skills and functional abilities/requirements.
Please refer to the Iowa Central Community College Board Policy located in the Iowa Central Community College
Student Handbook.
Transfers Between Centers
A nursing student will be allowed one transfer to a different center during the nursing program, then the student
will be required to complete the nursing program at that center. The only exception to this is if the course
sequence is not offered at that center. Based on availability of openings, students who have had a change of
address will have first priority in the transfer.
Any student wishing to transfer to another center MUST first see the Director of Nursing.
Transportation
Students must provide their own transportation when enrolled in clinical nursing courses and will be required to
drive outside of the immediate area. Students may be assigned to day, evening, weekend, and/or night shifts.
Possible clinical sites used by each of the centers include but are not limited to:
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center (Storm Lake)
Cherokee Mental Health Institute (Cherokee)
Cherokee Regional Medical Center (Cherokee
Community and Family Resources (Fort Dodge)
Friendship Haven (Fort Dodge)
Greene County Medical Center (Jefferson)
Horn Memorial Hospital (Ida Grove)
Humboldt County Memorial Hospital (Humboldt)
Iowa Specialty Hospitals-Clarion (Clarion)
Loring Hospital (Sac City)
Marian Home (Fort Dodge)
Mary Greeley Medical Center (Ames)
Methodist Manor Retirement Community (Storm
Lake)
Pocahontas Hospital (Pocahontas)
Rotary Ann Home, Inc. (Eagle Grove)
Stewart Memorial Community Hospital (Lake City)
Southfield Wellness Community (Webster City)
Van Diest Medical Center (Webster City)
Unity Point Health-Trinity Regional Medical Center
(Fort Dodge)
YWCA (Fort Dodge)
Clinical Uniform Policy
The official uniform for the Practical and Associate Degree Nursing student (male and female) will be a navy blue
short sleeved scrub top and navy uniform pants. Students have the option to wear with the official uniform either
a navy under shirt or a navy long sleeved jacket. These items may be purchased at the Iowa Central Community
College Bookstore. The name badge will identify each student by first name only. It is to be worn on the left
chest, below the Iowa Central Community College emblem. Any violation of the nursing uniform may result in
being sent home from clinical and will count as a missed clinical day.
The following general policies will be enforced:
1. The ICCC Nursing patch is securely attached to the left chest with thread or Velcro.
2. Under garments should not be visible when wearing uniform. Bras should be black or navy and not be
visible.
3. The student uniform may not be worn during employment.
4. A fresh, clean, wrinkle-free uniform should be worn daily.
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5. The nursing shoes worn at clinical must predominantly be black or white and the rest can be any color.
Any shoe can be worn as long as it is clean, closed toe, and professional looking and meets the
requirement.
6. Socks need to be a solid neutral color. Socks can be below the ankle or no-show as long as they are a
solid color.
7. The length of the uniform pants cannot touch the floor.
8. The name badge must be worn during clinical hours.
9. A watch with a second-hand is required and must be worn during clinical hours. Smart watches will
not be worn at clinical.
10. The scrub uniform for the obstetric or operating room experience is worn consistent with the policy of
the hospital where this experience is taken.
Hygiene
1. Hair should be clean and dry with no bold scarves, ribbons, or bright/colored hair ties, headbands, or
decorative barrettes. Hair should be neatly arranged and worn away from the face, and long hair must be
pulled back and should not touch your scrub shirt. Headbands can either beige, black, or brown color-no
other color will be accepted.
2. Mustaches or beards must be clean and trimmed.
3. Skin should be clean and odor free. Excessively strong perfumes/colognes or after-shave lotions should
be avoided. Makeup should be used in moderation.
4. Fingernails should be clean and short. Nail polish and artificial nails are not allowed.
5. Regular oral hygiene is a must. Breath should not be offensive.
6. Wedding and/or engagement rings may be worn. A wristwatch and one pair of small post earrings for
pierced ear lobes may be worn. No visible body piercing will be allowed.
including tongue, eyebrow, and nose. Gauge earrings should be clear. No other jewelry is allowed.
Special areas may ban the wearing of all jewelry.
7. Tattoos need to follow individual clinical facility policy. If a tattoo cannot be covered by clinical attire
this will be discussed on an individual basis.
Uniform Purchasing Information
The navy scrub top, pants, skirt, under tops and lab coat may be purchased from the Iowa Central Community
College Bookstore.
The Iowa Central Community College emblem can be purchased in Fort Dodge at the Bookstore or at
Webster City or Storm Lake at the Iowa Central Community College offices. Students will receive
information in class regarding the ordering of name badges.
It is a federal mandate that all healthcare workers wear name identification. All students must wear name badges
while at clinical.
Students wearing head-dresses must purchase those off-campus. They must be navy or black in color.
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APPENDIX
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IOWA CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Practical and Associate Degree Nursing Programs
Advising Form
Date and Time of Meeting: ____________________________
Student Full Name: ____________________________
Reason for Meeting with Instructor:
_________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Today we discussed:
____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Plans for future success:
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Signed by Instructor_______________________________________________________________
Signed by Student _______________________________________________________________
(This form is used to guide discussions between instructors and students and for the student to take with them following the
meeting. The Advising Form is utilized when an instructor is meeting with a student concerning an issue or concern related to
the nursing program or a Nursing class.)
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DEGREE CHECKLIST
It is imperative and your responsibility to track the classes you have completed towards the PN or ADN degree. Update this form each semester.
Incompletes and withdrawals do not count towards your degree. Remember, you must earn a “C” grade in each course to continue in the program.
PRACTICAL NURSING DEGREE
ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING
Required Courses
Final
Grade
Date
Completed
Required Courses
Final
Grade
Date
Completed
PNN-123
Nursing Theory I
PNN-123
Nursing Theory I
PNN-124
Introduction to Nursing
PNN-124
Introduction to Nursing
PNN-125
Applied Nursing Practice I
PNN-125
Applied Nursing Practice I
PSY-121
Developmental Psychology
PSY-121
Developmental Psychology
PNN-223
Nursing Theory II
PNN-223
Nursing Theory II
PNN-224
PN Capstone
PNN-224
PN Capstone
PNN-225
Applied Nursing Practice II
PNN-225
Applied Nursing Practice II
PSY-111
Introduction to Psychology
BIO-186 Microbiology
ENG-105
Composition I
ADN-323
Nursing Theory III
ADN-324
RN Capstone I
ADN-325
Applied Nursing Practice III
Additional Courses Taken:
**ADN-326
Advance Standing Bridge
SOC-110
Introduction to Sociology
ADN-423
Nursing Theory IV
ADN-424
RN Capstone II
ADN-425
Applied Nursing Practice IV
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Updated 06/22
IOWA CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
STUDENT INJURY/EXPOSURE INCIDENT REPORT
THIS REPORT NEEDS TO BE COMPLETED AS SOON AS THERE IS A KNOWN INCIDENT,
EVEN WITH NO INJURY, AND RETURNED TO THE INSTRUCTOR.
1. Name of Student
2. Class
3. Date of injury, illness or exposure Time
4. Date report filled out
Date Instructor knew of incident
5. Check appropriate category:
______ A. INJURY – Any incident which results in harm, wound or impairment.
______ B. EXPOSURE – Any undesirable exposure that causes injury or may cause
harm or loss to you.
1. Needlestick with contaminated needle to
2. Piercing of skin with contaminated sharp to
3. Splashing/spraying of blood or other potentially infectious
material to
4. Other (describe)
______ C. OTHER _______________________________________________________
6. Description of the student’s duties relating to the exposure incident:
7. Describe circumstances of incident and be specific: (Name objects, substances, equipment, what
were you doing when injured or exposed.)
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
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8. Have you had the Hepatitis B vaccine? Yes No
9. Names of Witnesses
10. Student was advised to see: 1. College Nurse
2. Personal Physician
3. Public Health
4. Other
If you have any complications or problems from this incident, notify your physician.
11. Immunizations recommended:
ISG ( ) HBIG ( ) Hepatitis ( ) Diphtheria/Tetanus ( ) PPD ( )
12. Follow-up:
Contact source known ( ) Contact source unknown ( )
13. The following remedial action may minimize the likelihood of future exposure.
SAFETY
14. If equipment was involved, was it removed from service and/or sent for repair?
Yes No Date
15. Identify equipment:
16. Follow-up needed for:
Training In-service Equipment modification
Policy change Personal protection Technique change
17. General comments:
18. Student’s signature:
19. Action was instituted (Date):
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20. Report completed by:
21. Reviewed with Instructor (Date):
22. Instructor’s signature:
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PROCEDURE FOR POST-EXPOSURE/INJURY EVALUATION AND FOLLOW-UP
OCCURING AT JOB SITE
Date/Time: ________________________________________
STUDENT
__________ Incident reported to instructor.
__________ Student calls EMC OnCall Nurse at 1-844-322-4668.
__________ Completes Student Injury/Exposure Incident Report.
INSTRUCTOR
__________ Request student to complete Student Injury/Exposure Incident Report Form
__________ Send copy of Injury/Exposure Incident Report to Dean within 24 hours.
__________ Places copy of Student Injury/Exposure Incident Report in the student’s file.
STUDENT HEALTH NURSE
__________ Review Student Injury/Exposure Incident Report within 48 hours.
__________ OnCall Nurse will send triage report to Student Health Nurse
__________ OnCall Nurse will complete First Report of Injury (FROI) and send to Student Health
Nurse.
Completion Date: _________________________________
Signature of Student: ___________________________________
Signature of Instructor/Program Coordinator: ________________________________
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Iowa Central Nursing Program
Plan for Success
Students who have failed or withdrawn from the nursing program must now complete a plan for success before they will be
considered for re-admittance into the Nursing program.
Please submit your typed plan for success as soon as possible for consideration to:
Iowa Central Community College
Attn: Jodie Grandors DON
One Triton Circle
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Please include the following information in your Plan for Success:
1. Name
2. Social Security Number
3. Mailing Address
4. Phone Number
5. E-mail address
6. Program Location (Fort Dodge, Webster City, Storm Lake)
7. Reflect on reasons why you were not successful in the Nursing program.
8. How would your Nursing instructor describe your commitment to this class?
• Examples: Attendance, on time to class, completion of assignments
9. What is your “academic” plan for successfully completing the nursing program?
• Address concerns of reflection if applicable
• Examples: Study Habits, Success Center, Time Management
10. What is your “personal” plan for successfully completing the nursing program?
• Address concerns of reflection if applicable
• Examples: Transportation, Child Care, Employment
11. Submit one letter of recommendation
• Excludes friends and family members
If you have any questions regarding re-application into the nursing program, please contact the Health Science Associate at
your respective center or Jodie Grandors, the Director of Nursing, at 515-574-1301.
Revised 06/22
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PN and ADN Remediation Plan
Any student who had a failure or withdrawal in a PNN or ADN course the prior semester is required to
complete a remediation plan. The remediation plan should be completed and presented to your
classroom instructor the first week of class. At that time, the instructor will review the plan and provide
feedback. It is recommended that the student have frequent contact with the instructor throughout the
semester regarding this. At the end of the semester the student will schedule a time to meet with the
instructor regarding follow through of the remediation plan.
Name_____________________________________
Course Failed_______________________________
Semester of Course Failed_____________________
What are three obstacles that contributed to your failure in a previous course?
1.
2.
3.
What are five specific interventions you will utilize in the upcoming course to aid your success (see next
page for interventions)?
1.
2.
3
4.
5.
Feedback from primary instructor:
Signature of Student Signature of Primary Instructor _________Date___
End of the year summary:
Signature of Student: _________________________________________________________________
Signature of Primary Instructor: _________________________________________________________
Date: _______________________________________
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Examples of Interventions for Remediation Plan
• Meet with instructor—how often?
• Show class notes weekly
• Utilize Tutor
• Utilize Online Tutoring
• ATI results
• Create a calendar of specific study times, class, sleep, work, etc.
• Meet with nursing tutor on campus
• Create a study group
• Utilize code in textbook for online resources/practice questions
• Completing x number of NCLEX questions on the unit topic
• Spending x amount of time in the library
• Reduce amount of hours worked
• Change work schedule
• 4 bullet points for their ATI remediation
• List x study skills and test-taking strategies that will be implemented
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(The Summative form is completed by the nursing instructor(s) during the terminal program course. The form is signed by the student and
kept in the student’s nursing file and will be utilized as a reference.)
IOWA CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate Degree Nursing Program
Summative Student Performance Evaluation
STUDENT’S NAME
In the chart below, assign the rating most applicable to performance.
Superior
Above
Average
Average
Below
Average
1. Incorporate standards of professionalism in the practice of the
associate degree nurse.
2. Practice evidence-based nursing in a variety of settings
responding to the needs of diverse individuals, families, groups,
and communities.  
3. Demonstrate effective  
communication with recipients of care and as a member of the
healthcare team. 
4. Utilize clinical judgment in applying the nursing process to the
management of care for individuals or groups.
5 Collaborate with the patient to provide holistic care across the
lifespan and health-illness continuum.
6. Attendance.
7. Dependability
8. Motivation.
9. Acceptance of constructive criticism.
10. Organizational skills.
COMMENTS: (Outstanding traits, proficiencies, attendance, etc.)
Instructor’s signature: _________________________________________________Date: _____________
Student’s signature: _________________________________________________Date: _______________________
10/07
Reviewed 8/16
Revised 08/22
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(The Summative form is completed by the nursing instructor(s) during the terminal program course. The form is signed by the student and
kept in the student’s nursing file.)
IOWA CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Practical Nursing Program
Summative Student Performance Evaluation
STUDENT’S NAME
In the chart below, assign the rating most applicable to performance.
Superior
Above
Average
Average
Below
Average
1. Incorporate standards of professionalism in the practice of the
practical nurse.
2. Provide safe and effective care to a variety of individuals within
the scope of practice for practical nurses
3. Participate in effective communication with recipients of care and
as a member of the healthcare team.
4. Employ clinical judgment when implementing the established
plan of care.
5. Implement a patient-centered plan of care across the lifespan and
health-illness continuum.
6. Attendance.
7. Dependability
8. Motivation.
9. Acceptance of constructive criticism.
10. Organizational skills.
COMMENTS: (Outstanding traits, proficiencies, attendance, etc.)
Instructor’s signature: _ Date: ______________________
Student’s signature: ______________________________________________________Date: ______________________
Reviewed 8/16
Revised 08/22
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Practical and Associate Degree Nursing
Student Policy Acknowledgement Form
My signature verifies that I have received, read, and been given the opportunity to ask questions and clarify
program policies and procedures as printed in the 2023-2024 Nursing Student Handbook. I understand that I am
responsible for the information contained in the College Catalog, the Iowa Central Community College
Student Handbook, the Nursing Student Handbook, in each class syllabus, and each class schedule. I
understand that by agreeing to acceptance into the nursing program, I will follow the nursing program policies. I
understand that I am responsible for signing the student policy and acknowledgment form at the beginning of each
semester and that I will fall under the most current version of the nursing student handbook. Updates to the
nursing student handbook will be discussed with students on the first day of class via the nursing instructor. I
understand that failure to follow the policies documented in the handbook may result in my inability to complete
the Nursing Program.
Date Student Signature Printed Name Student ID
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Revised 08/22