Western Technical College

Nursing Programs Offered

ADN Program Details

The N-AD program prepares students to function within the roles of manager of client care, provider of client care, and member of the discipline of nursing. The practice of nursing includes adherence to established standards of the profession; recognizing the impact of economic, political, social, and demographic forces on health care; use of effective communication skills; use of information technology; use of the nursing process as the framework for evidence based practice; consistently demonstrating caring, respect, and cultural sensitivity in interactions with others; health teaching; collaboration; management of resources; and assisting clients and their support network to cope with aging and/or adapt to chronic health alterations. RNs provide direction and supervision for licensed and unlicensed assertive staff who carry out basic nursing care. Critical thinking, collaboration, communication and problem solving are emphasized as the core elements for the methodology. Graduates apply to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) for RNs as licensure is required for practice. This program is accredited by the WI Board of Nursing and the NLNAC, 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006 (212.363.5555, Ext. 153).

LPN Program Details

The Practical Nurse (LPN) is a member of the nursing team who provides nursing care under the supervision of the registered nurse. Such care includes observing, documenting, and reporting; implementing nursing measures and medical regimens; and assisting in planning and evaluating nursing care. The curriculum is comprised of nursing science and general education courses. Concurrent theory instruction and laboratory experience in the school, hospitals, and long-term care facilities are provided. Special strengths of the program lie in the high degree of individualization of learning activities and concentrated transition experience in a long-term care facility. Graduates apply to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) for PNs as licensure is required for practice. This program is accredited by the WI Board of Nursing. Graduates are employed as LPN's in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and physician's offices.