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Mission
Statement |
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The mission statement of
the Practical Nursing Program at the Uintah
Basin Applied Technology College is to provide
the community with caring, competent nurses
who utilize critical thinking skills in
structured settings to meet clients’
needs. This is accomplished through preparing
graduates who value life-long learning and
who are able to address acute and chronic
health care needs in acute long term settings
where policies and procedures are specified
and supervision is available.
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Description |
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Practical Nurses are prepared
to give basic patient care in structured
situation under the supervision of a registered
nurse or a physician. They are respected
members of the nursing team, and as such
participate in the nursing process. Practical
nursing is a basic and necessary part of
the field of nursing, and can be viewed
as a life long nursing practice. Some may
also view it as a stepping-stone to further
their career, in either instance; it will
require a life long commitment to learning.
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Employment
Opportunity |
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Currently there is a nation
wide nursing shortage allowing for ample
employment opportunity for Licensed Practical
Nurses. The growing aging population in
need of care also affects the demand. There
is a shortage of qualified workers in both rural and
inner city in this career field.
Gainful Employment Disclosure
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Our
Commitment to Students |
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UBATC is proud of its evolving
role in the Uintah Basin. The foundation
of our institution is our commitment to
help students maximize their abilities so
they can achieve their employment goals,
present and future.
Our level of caring and concern for a student’s
success is one thing that makes UBATC a
unique educational institution. In addition
to job skills, many of our students have
individual needs that must be met before
they can become independent and confident
members of our community.
We offer students personalized instruction.
Students attending UBATC also receive the
support of counselors and staff members
ready and willing to help make their educational
experience rewarding.
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History
of Practical Nursing Program at UBATC |
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Prior to 1971 the Uintah
Basin was known as an economically deprived
area. The average household income was $3,000
and the unemployment rate was the highest
in the state. The Uintah Basin was known
as an “exporter of youth and a declining
area” (Four corners Regional Report,
May, 1971).
There was a grave need for economic, medical
facility, and education development. With
the vast increase in oil field production
the Uintah Basin soon changed. The population
doubled and average incomes doubled and
tripled. In 1973 the Uintah Basin medical community
consisted of 10 physicians 26 RN’s,
19 LPN’s and 41 Nursing assistants
employed by two hospitals, four medical
clinics, two nursing homes, and two independent
doctors. In response to local needs and
the desire to upgrade care potential, a
practical nursing program was proposed.
In 1974 the Uintah Basin Area Vocational
Center implemented a practical nursing program
and in 1975 graduated its first seven students.
The medical community of the Uintah Basin
has continued to flourish and practical
nursing education has progressed from seven
graduating students in 1975 to the potential
of 24 graduates each year.
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Practical
Nursing Education |
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Nursing education at Uintah
Basin Applied Technology College incorporates
practice of basic skills with scientific
principles and nursing theory. The knowledge
base has been organized according to body
systems, from simple to the complex, with
one concept building upon another. Students
practice the application of the theory and
principles they have learned, first in a
simulated lab situation then in care facilities
under the supervision of faculty members.
Students not only learn to recognize their
strengths and abilities, but to remain within
the scope of their practice as prepared
to function in a structured situation under
the direction of a registered nurse, physician,
or other primary health care provider.
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Suggested
High School Courses |
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Nurse Assistant
Medical Terminology
Medical Anatomy & Physiology
Sports Medicine
Medical Office Administrative Assistant
Pharmacy Technician
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Program Entrance Requirements |
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18 yrs or older with High School Diploma or GED
12th Grade Math, Reading, Language, Spelling (Verified by test: ACT or TABE)
Demonstrated Proficiency in Fractions & Decimals (Verified by TABE Test)
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Program Prerequisites |
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USU or other equivalent University/College
PSY 1010 Psychology (3)
FCHD 1500 Human Development Across the Lifespan (3)
(NFS 1020 Nutrition - This course will be accepted until August of 2013 in place of FCHD 1500. After August 2013 all students will be required to take FCHD 1500)
BIOL 2060 Microbiology (3)
BIOL 2320 Human Anatomy (4)
BIOL 2420 Physiology (4)
UBATC or other equivalent College
MEDA 1105 Medical Terminology (60 hrs)
*All Prerequisite classes require a minimum of a B- grade or higher
UBATC Recommended Courses
MEDA 2220 Medical Math (60 hrs)
NAHA 1003 Nursing Assistant (90 hrs)
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Practical
Nursing Application |
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Practical Nursing applications
are available at our campus or may be mailed
to the applicant after meeting the pre-qualified
criteria, after March 1st.
Practical Nursing applications must be completed
and submitted to UBATC Practical Nursing
Department as of June 30.
Applicants are required to meet with a Career Counselor and take an entrance exam prior to submitting an application.
Proof of completion by official transcript,
sent from the issuing school, must be submitted
with the application. Course descriptions
must be included with transcripts for courses
taken at schools other than USU & UBATC.
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Selection
Process |
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Points are awarded
based on the following criteria:
Resident of Tri County Area
Prerequisite and Support Courses GPA
Academic Experience
Letters of Reference
Work Experience & Employment in
Tri-County Area
Previous Year's Alternate
Previous Year Qualified Applicant
Proof of Valid CNA License
ESTIMATED EXPENSES UBATC:
Practical Nursing program cost including tuition, books,
fees, supplies, estimated: $3262
*Tuition subject to change.
Utah State University
Please contact USU for estimated expenses
of tuition and books. (Approximately 2 semesters,
full time student).
Practical Nursing program is eligible
for:
Federal Pell Grants
Veterans Benefits
Various Scholarships
Please contact our Financial Aid Office
at (435) 722-6953 for further information.
Contact the following sponsoring agencies
directly for further financial assistance:
Dept. Workforce Services (435) 722-5600
(435) 781-4100; Vocational Rehab 800-286-0273
Ute Tribe Higher Education - Adult Vocational
Training (435) 722-2331
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Accredited
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National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
(NLNAC)
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3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA, 30326 • (404) 975-5000• Fax: (404) 975-5020
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