Nursing Bridge LPN, A.S.

Program Code: 3313

The Associate in Science in Nursing Bridge Program at Santa Fe College is a 14-month program (3.5 semesters, not including the time necessary to complete prerequisite courses). A.S.N. Bridge coursework is completed mainly in the classroom, laboratory and clinical settings; however, some content is delivered online. Upon completion of the program, students are prepared to sit for the Florida Licensure Examination according to Florida Statutes, Chapter 464. Upon successful completion of the exam, the graduate may be licensed as a Registered Nurse. Santa Fe College placement data indicate program graduates are employed in a field related to their degree. Graduates consistently score at or above national and state licensure exams. The Bridge Program takes up to 10 students per application cycle. Individuals may also apply to the generic A.S. RN Nursing Program.

Licensure Statement
For the A.S.N. and PN program, completion of program requirements may make you eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) RN or NCLEX-PN in Florida or one of the other 27 nursing compact states if you apply for a multi-state license under the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). A list of current compact states can be located on the National Council of State Boards of Nursing website. If you are a student who resides outside of Florida or one of the compact states, Santa Fe College cannot confirm whether this degree program meets educational requirements for professional licensure in your state. If you wish to take the NCLEX exam in a non-compact state, please contact the board of nursing in the state to determine whether this degree or certificate program will meet their licensure requirements.

Accreditation
The Associate in Science in Nursing Program and the Associate in Science in Nursing Bridge Program are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Rd. NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA, 30326.

The Associate in Science in Nursing (A.S.N.B) Bridge Program is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing (FBON) and meets the requirements of the Statewide Career Ladder Articulated Programs as outlined in the Statewide Articulation Manual.

Florida Board of Nursing 4052 Bald Cypress Way Bin C-02 Tallahassee, FL 32399-3252 850-488-0595 or 850-617-6457 fax floridasnursing.gov/the-board/.

Requirements for Admission
Program prerequisite coursework is subject to change. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check this page for up-to-date requirements and information. Please contact the Health Sciences Advising Office with questions.

1. Possess a 2.50 or higher overall college GPA.
2. Send your LPN program certificate of completion and LPN license number before the application deadline. License must be current with no restrictions.
3. Complete the following coursework with a grade of ‘C’ or higher.
   • ENC1101 English Composition (3 Credit Hours)
   • MAC1105 College Algebra or STA 2023 Statistics (3 Credit Hours)
   • PSY2012 General Psychology (3 Credit Hours)
   • BSC2085/L Anatomy & Physiology I with lab (4 Credit Hours)
   • BSC2086/L Anatomy & Physiology II with lab (4 credit hour)
   • MCB2010/L or MCB2000/L Microbiology with lab (4 Credit Hours)
   • HUN1201 Human Nutrition (3 Credit Hours)
   • NOTE: One of the following Humanities courses (3 Credit Hours) must be completed prior to graduation (not required for application):
     • ARH1000 Art Appreciation
     • HUM2020 Intro to Humanities
     • LIT1000 Literature Appreciation
     • MUL1010 Music Appreciation
     • PHI2010 Intro to Philosophy
     • THE1000 Intro to Theater

• NOTE: Choose one of the following Social/Behavioral Sciences courses (3 Credit Hours) must be completed prior to graduation (not required for application):
  • AMH2020 US History Since 1877
  • POS2041 American National Government
     

All transcripts and coursework must be evaluated and accepted by Santa Fe College prior to the application date to qualify for application.

To help protect patients and students, upon acceptance to a Health Science Program, all students must undergo state and federal background checks and show proof of certain immunizations and negative drug screenings as required by clinical affiliates. Students will be provided instructions to complete these tasks at the appropriate time. For more information, please visit the “Before You Apply” webpage.

See Application Dates and Deadlines and closely review other requirements Before You Apply.

Program Length, Format and Curriculum
The Associate in Science in Nursing Bridge Program (A.S.N.B.) at Santa Fe College is a 3.5 semester program, not including the time necessary to complete prerequisites. A.S.N. Bridge coursework is completed mainly in the classroom, laboratory and clinical settings; however, some content is delivered online.

Fall Entry

Term 1 - Fall (6 Credit Hours)

• NUR1280C Older Adults (3 Credit Hours)
• NUR2140C Pharmacology (3 Credit Hours)
   

Term 2 - Spring (8 Credit Hours)

• NUR2037C Medical Surgical 1 (2 Credit Hours)
• NUR2212C Medical Surgical 2 (6 Credit Hours)
   

Term 3 - Summer (6 Credit Hours)

• NUR2310C Pediatric (3 Credit Hours)
• NUR2420C Maternal/Infant (3 Credit Hours)
   

Term 4 - Fall (12 Credit Hours)

• NUR2265C Medical Surgical 3 (6 Credit Hours)
• NUR2520C Psychiatric (3 Credit Hours)
• NUR2943C Transition Practicum (3 Credit Hours)
   

Spring Entry

Term 1 - Spring (6 Credit Hours)

• NUR1280C Older Adults (3 Credit Hours)
• NUR2140C Pharmacology (3 Credit Hours)
   

Term 2 - Summer (2 Credit Hours)

• NUR2037C Medical Surgical 1 (2 Credit Hours)
   

Term 3 - Fall (12 Credit Hours)

• NUR2212C Medical Surgical 2 (6 Credit Hours)
• NUR2310C Pediatric (3 Credit Hours)
• NUR2420C Maternal/Infant (3 Credit Hours)
   

Term 4 - Spring (12 Credit Hours)

• NUR2265C Medical Surgical 3 (6 Credit Hours)
• NUR2520C Psychiatric (3 Credit Hours)
• NUR2943C Transition Practicum (3 Credit Hours)

Program Mission

The Nursing Programs of Santa Fe College provide quality nursing education that is student-oriented and accessible to a diverse student population, in response to the current healthcare needs of our community. We add value to the lives of our students and enrich our community through excellence in teaching and learning, innovative educational programs, student services, community leadership and service in healthcare.

Performance Standards
The Registered Nursing Bridge Program (A.S.N.B.) is a practice discipline with cognitive, sensory, affective and psychomotor performance requirements. Based on these requirements, the following list of Program Performance Standards has been developed. Each standard has an example of activities which a student will be required to perform, with or without an accommodation, while enrolled in the A.S.N.B. program. The Program Performance Standards should be used as a guide to assist applicants in determining whether or not accommodations or modifications are necessary in order to meet program participation requirements. Applicants who identify potential difficulties with meeting the Program Performance Standards should communicate their concerns to the Academic Chair for Nursing Programs. If the concern is related to a documented disability, applicants are responsible for contacting the Disabilities Resource Center. Determination of reasonable and appropriate accommodation will be made on an individual basis in consultation with the Disabilities Resource Center. Additionally, applicants should assess their aptitude and ability to perform professional duties by reviewing the Program Performance Standards below and discussing them with their healthcare provider.

Critical Thinking
Standard: Critical thinking sufficient for clinical judgment.
Examples: Competent assessment of patient in timely manner; correct interpretation of assessment; readily respond with appropriate interventions and treatment plans; ability to work alone and to make correct independent decisions as needed.

Interpersonal
Standard: Interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with individuals, families and groups from a variety of social, emotional, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds.
Examples: Life and death situations; working with families stressed by the condition of a loved one; working with other healthcare providers in stressful situations.

Communication
Standard: Communication abilities sufficient for interaction with others in verbal and written form.
Examples: Ability to follow verbal and/or written instructions. Must communicate patient response to therapy with others; document therapeutic procedures performed on patient; consult with other healthcare providers in a professional manner.

Mobility
Standard: Physical abilities sufficient to move from room to room and walk in hallways; maneuver in small spaces; Includes the strength necessary to lift patients as needed.
Examples: Walking to and from departments to patient rooms; walking room to room to take care of all patients on a team; assisting in patient transport.

Tactile and Motor Skills
Standard: Gross and fine motor abilities sufficient to safely and effectively perform nursing care. Tactile ability sufficient for physical assessment and to provide nursing intervention.
Examples: Perform vital signs, CPR, transporting patients, physical assessment, manipulating equipment. Perform palpation; give injections; intravenous initiation; provide sterile and non-sterile dressing changes; urinary catheterization; assist patient with daily activities.

Hearing
Standard: Auditory ability sufficient to monitor and assess health needs.
Examples: Auscultation of BP, breath sounds, heart sounds, bowel sounds; hearing alarms in units, call bells, telephones, and conversing with patients, family, and staff.

Visual
Standard: Visual ability sufficient for observation and assessment.
Examples: Reading patient charts/flow sheet/monitors; drawing up and administering medications; assessing patient skin color; reading thermometers.