Practical Nursing | BCTC (2024)

PRE-NURSING ADVISING APPOINTMENTS
If you are interested in a BCTC Nursing Program please make an appointment. The button below will open a new window.

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Pre-Nursing Advisor: Kylie Pemberton

NOTE: Prior to scheduling an appointment below complete the following steps:

1. Complete the free BCTC Admissions application process (new window)
2. Have all official transcripts from all colleges, universities and technical schools sent to BCTC Admissions.

Candidate's questions can be addressed at pre-admission conferences. Therefore, each candidate must attend a pre-admission conference prior to applying to the Practical Nursing (PN) Program.

Program Placement

Please note that admission to the Practical Nursing program is not based on a selective admissions process at this time. We may elect to choose a selective admissions process for future academic years.

Admission is on a first come, first serve basis for those who complete the application process. If more applications are received than spots available, students may be placed on a wait list.

Admissions to a BCTC Practical Nursing Program

1. If you are not already a student at BCTC, complete an application and list your major as Associate of Science Degree. This will allow you to complete the pre-requisite general education courses needed for the program.
2. Attend a mandatory preadmission conference with the Program Coordinator for the campus you are interested in; dates will be listed on the program website. Students will receive a link to apply to the program at the conference. Attendance will be recorded at each conference.
3. Register for and take the ATI: TEAS Entrance Exam. Official scores of the ATI:TEAS Entrance Exam must be current within three (3) years. The exam can be taken every 30 days up to 3 times a year. A minimum score of 41.3 is needed to apply to the Practical Nursing program.

   Official ATI:TEAS prep material can be found at https://atitesting.com/teas/teas-prep

   To schedule the exam, please visit the ATI:TEAS website (new window) and select BCTC as your testing location. For more information, contact the Assessment Center at (859) 246-6669 or email BL_Testing@kctcs.edu. After you test and have the official scores sent to BCTC, they will post those to People Soft and you will include the composite score with your program admission application.

4. Your application will be reviewed by the program coordinator, and you will be notified via KCTCS email of the acceptance decision.
5. Once accepted, you will attend a mandatory program orientation to complete paperwork and get more specific information about the program.

Danville Campus Program Coordinator

Dr. Melanie Sallee
DNP, RN, Program Coordinator
melanie.sallee@kctcs.edu
859-246-6868

Lexington (Leestown) Campus Program Coordinator

Mrs. Holly Matthews
MSN, BSN, Program Coordinator
holly.matthews@kctcs.edu
859-246-6352

Nursing at the technical level involves the provision of direct care for individuals and is characterized by the application of verified knowledge in the skillful performance of nursing functions. All students should possess sufficient:

1. visual acuity, such as is needed in preparation and administration of medications, and for the observation necessary for patient assessment and nursing care;
2. auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients and members of the health team and to assess health needs of people through the use of monitoring devices such as cardiac monitors, stethoscopes, IV infusion pumps, Doptones, fire alarms, etc.;
3. gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly and to implement the skills, including the manipulation of equipment required in meeting health needs;
4. physical strength and endurance to be able to access patients as well as provide patient care for extended periods of time. This may include transporting patients and equipment within a facility, standing or being mobile for 8-12 or more hours, constant standing and walking, lifting up to 50 pounds;
5. communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact with individuals and to communicate their needs promptly and effectively, as may be necessary in the individual’s interest; according to KAR 314.051 (1) (c) An applicant is able to understandably speak and write the English language and to read the English language with comprehension; and
6. intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement care for individuals.

PRACTICAL NURSING FACULTY

Danville Campus

Dr. Melanie Sallee
DNP, RN, Program Coordinator
melanie.sallee@kctcs.edu

Jennifer Carney
BSN, RN, Instructor
jennifer.carney@kctcs.edu

Lorri Phillips
BSN, RN, Instructor
lorri.phillips@kctcs.edu

Lexington Campus

Holly Matthews
MSN, BSN, Program Coordinator
holly.matthews@kctcs.edu

Rachael Clipson
BSN, RN, Instructor
rachael.clipson@kctcs.edu

Maddiline DeWolfe
RN, Instructor
maddie.dewolfe@kctcs.edu

Estimated Expenses for the Practical Nursing Program:

All fees and costs noted below are subject to change without notice. This represents the best estimates at the time this list was prepared.

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