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E H OV E C A R E E R
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Situated mid-way between Cleveland and Toledo,
EHOVE is easily accessible from all directions. We are
Expert, Hands On Instruction
Individualized Training
located at 316 W. Mason Road and US Route 250 in
Professional Training Atmosphere
Milan, OH just north of the Ohio Turnpike exit 118.
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EHOVE Adult Career Center
Office Hours:
Monday through Thursday
8 am to 9 pm
Friday
8 am to 4 pm
www.ehove.net
P R AC T IC A L N U RS E
Preparation for a lifetime career. Job security with
employment opportunities in hospitals, extended
care facilities, physicians offices, industry,
convalescent centers, home healthcare, public
health and government service. The self
satisfaction of serving as a productive, valued
member of the health team.
Admission Requirements:
17 years of age or older
High school diploma or GED
Information session
Career testing
The following physical requirements are necessary
to safely and accurately carry out nursing duties:
1. Frequently work in a standing position and do
frequent walking
2. Lift and transfer patients up to 6 inches from a
stooped position; then push or pull the weight
up to 3 feet
3. Lift and transfer patients from a stooped
position to an upright position to accomplish
bed-to-chair and/or chair-to bed transfers
4. Physically apply up to 10 pounds of pressure to
bleeding sites, or in performing CPR
5. Respond and react immediately to auditory
instructions, requests, monitor equipment, and
perform auditory auscultation without auditory
impediment
6. Physically perform up to an 8 hour clinical
laboratory experience
7. Perform close and distance visual activities
involving objects, persons, and paperwork; as
well as discriminate depth and color perception
8. Discriminate between sharp/dull and hot/cold
when using hands
9. Manual dexterity required for preparing and
administering medications
10. Ability to read medication labels and patient
records
11. Perform mathematical calculation for
medication preparation and administration
12. Speak English clearly enough for most patients
to understand, and understand the verbal
communication of English speaking clients
13. Communicate effectively in writing, using
appropriate grammar, vocabulary, and word
usage
14. Make quick decisions under stressful situations
15. Carry out procedures that prevent the spread of
infection, e.g.: frequent hand washing, using
mask and gloves, etc.
Approving Agencies:
The EHOVE School of Practical Nursing is
approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing, the
Department of Education, Division of Vocational
Education and Council on Occupational Education
(COE).
Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
E H OV E A D U L T C A R E ER C EN T ER
316 W. Mason Road
Milan, OH 44846
419-499-4663 x-280
419-627-9665 x-280
866-256-9707 x-280
419-499-5391 Fax
www.ehove.net
GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING OUR PROGRAM
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Clinical rotations include long term care facilities and acute care facilities in our
surrounding area
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High school diploma or GED is required
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High school transcripts must be included in student files
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Financial Aid counseling is available through the Student Services Office
FULL-TIME CLASS:
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One-year course of study
Classes begin in June each year
Classes scheduled Monday through Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm
Clinical rotations will be during week days, hours will vary
PART-TIME CLASS: Evenings
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Two-year course of study
Classes begin in June for year one and July for year two
Classes are scheduled two or three evenings per week, usually Tuesday through
Thursday, 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Clinical rotations are usually first shift on Saturday or every other weekend
PART-TIME CLASS: Days
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Two-year course of study
Classes begin in June for year one and July for year two
Classes are scheduled two days per week with hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm
Clinical rotations are usually on one of the two days, hours will vary
EHOVE School of Practical Nursing
Expenditures and Information
The cost of the 2016 – 2017 program is as follows:
Actual:
Tuition
9800.00 (4900.00/year)
Textbooks
825.00
Fees
790.00
Supplies
450.00
11865.00
Liability insurance (24.00) added to second year program at
beginning of second year.
Out of Pocket Expenses (Estimated)
♥Pre-Entrance Exam
♥Application Fee
♥BCI- finger printing
♥Physical Examination
♥Drug Screen
Hepatitis B Series
Rubella Titer
Student Uniforms & Supplies
OBN Application for testing
NCLEX Test for licensure
81.00
100.00
± 31.00
± 57.00
± 44.00
± 87.00/per injection
± 40.00
± 200.00
75.00
200.00
♥Must be completed prior to interview with the Director of EHOVE
School of Practical Nursing.
Application Process (Pre-Requisite)
♥Information Session
(Must complete prior to interview)
Attendance at an Informational Session (no charge) is required
of all applicants. These sessions will address questions and
concerns related to the Allied Health Careers Programs. Please
call ext 280 to schedule.
♥Pre-Entrance Exam
(Must complete prior to interview)
A pre-entrance exam is required of all applicants. There is a
non-refundable payment of $81.00 due at the time of
registration. Areas and scores are as follows: Reading (5), Math
(5) and Locating Information (4). Please call ext 280 for an
appointment. After the exam, an appointment will be made for
you to review your scores with the school counselor.
♥Essay
(Must complete prior to interview)
You will be required to complete a personal essay consisting of
four questions. This will be given to you at the time of your
appointment with the school counselor.
♥Application
(Must complete prior to interview)
Once you have achieved the required scores on the pre-entrance
exam, you may submit your application with the $100.00
processing fee. Application fees are non-refundable.
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♥School Records
(Must complete prior to interview)
Send the “Request for Student Records” form to the high school
from which you graduated, or are now attending. If you
received a GED, please bring the original scoring to
EHOVE to be copied for your file. If you have had formal
education beyond high school, have an official transcript of
grades sent to EHOVE. Transcripts should be forwarded after
an application has been submitted.
♥Reference Letters
(Must complete prior to interview)
Three (3) hand signed reference letters are to be submitted to
the Director of EHOVE School of Practical Nursing. These
letters can be from an employer, supervisor, co-worker, etc.
telling of your personal qualities, accomplishments, and
experiences that make you unique and perfect for the program.
Letters from relatives/family members are not permitted.
♥BCI Check – Fingerprinting
(Must complete prior to interview)
This may be scheduled at EHOVE by calling Donna @ ext. 215
with a cost of $25.00 or at Firelands Corporate Health with a
cost of ±$31.00. If you have not been a resident of the State of
Ohio for at least the last 2 years, you will be required to have a
FBI Check as well as a BCI Check at an additional cost. The
cost of all fingerprinting is your responsibility.
♥Physical Examination
(Must complete prior to interview)
An appointment must be made with Firelands Corporate Health
(419-557-5052) for a physical examination. The cost of the
physical exam is approximately ±$57.00 and is your
responsibility. Firelands Corporate Health is located at 5420
Milan Road in Sandusky.
♥Drug Screen
(Must complete prior to interview)
An appointment must be made with Firelands Corporate Health
(419-557-5052) for a drug screen. The cost of the drug screen is
approximately ±$44.00 and is your responsibility. Firelands
Corporate Health is located at 5420 Milan Road in Sandusky.
Proof of Digital Literacy (Computer Skills)
Proof of digital literacy consists of an official High School,
College or Career Technical transcript/certificate indicating
successful completion with a “C”/78% or better in a basic
computer course to include word processing, file management
and internet skills within 2 years of the practical nursing
program start date. If you do not have proof of Digital Literacy,
you will be required to take a computer competency assessment
at the time of your scheduled admissions interview.
Admissions Interview
Once all application pre-requisite items have been completed,
you may call ext 231 to schedule your interview with the
Director of EHOVE School of Practical Nursing.
Health Record Requirements
Tuberculosis (TB) Screening
(Provided in the month of July)
A. You must receive a 2-step Mantoux test for the
Tuberculosis (TB) screening. On-campus screening will be
scheduled during the month of July for all students. The
cost of the screening is included in your student fees.
Therefore, there is no out-of-pocket expense to you.
™ To opt out, you must provide proof that your current TB
will not expire prior to June of the following year. You
must also provide documented proof of your original
2-step and all yearly updates. All documentation must
be received and approved prior to the 1st scheduled
screening date.
B. If you are not able to receive the TB screening or have
tested positive in the past, a chest x-ray will have to be done
with negative results, documented for school admission.
Chest X-rays are valid for 5 years from the date of the Xray. Chest X-Rays are not included in student fees.
C. You are required to maintain a negative TB test in your file
annually throughout your schooling.
D. If you are not in compliance you will not be allowed to
begin your clinical training.
Hepatitis B Vaccine
Special Admissions/Transfer Student
All requests for transfer credit must be submitted to the Director
of Allied Health for review with an official college transcript
prior to the start of the program. A grade of “C” or better is
required to qualify. Approval will be granted at the discretion of
the Director.
Medical Terminology Transfer Credit Requirement
Completion of a Medical Terminology Course with a minimum
of (2) semester college credits within 2 years of the start date of
the nursing program. A one-time “test-out” is available at a cost
of $25.00 to anyone not meeting the above qualification. To be
eligible for the “test-out”, we must have your LPN Application
with fee paid.
Basic Science Transfer Credit Requirement
Completion of all of the following college credit courses within
5 years of the start date of the nursing program:
Anatomy/Physiology I & II, Microbiology, Nutrition
(Must be started prior to beginning of class)
A. The Hepatitis B vaccine series must be started prior to class.
This is a three (3) injection series. The first injection is
given, four (4) weeks later the second injection is given.
The third injection is given six (6) months after the first
injection. All injections must be documented. Two
injections must be completed to begin clinical rotation.
B. If you have received the Hep B series in the past, it is not
necessary to repeat the series. However, you must provide
proper documentation of the 3 vaccination dates. Without
this documentation you will be required to have a titer
drawn of a HBV surface AB.
C. If you choose not to be vaccinated for Hep B, a waiver must
be signed. The student must then submit annually to a
hepatitis surface antigen screen test with a negative
result. If this test is positive, an HBeAg status is required
and a written physicians release to return to clinical. All
tests will be done at the student’s expense.
D. If you are not in compliance you will not be allowed to
begin the clinical experience.
Rubella
Internet Access
All students are required to have internet access and Microsoft
Word. You will be provided a student email address.
(Must be completed prior to beginning of class)
Military Experience/Training
For individuals with experience in the armed forces of the
United States, National Guard or a reserve component, the
following process will be implemented:
(a) Review of the individual's military education and skills
training records by the program director;
(b) Evaluation of the military education or skills training to
determine substantial equivalency to the curriculum;
(c) Award credit to the individual for any substantially
equivalent military education or skills training.
No other courses from other institutions are considered for
transfer other than the above.
School Uniform
Classroom dress code requires a light blue shirt with EHOVE
logo. Each student will be provided with two shirts. The cost of
these shirts is included in student fees. Additional shirts may be
purchased if desired. Pricing information will be available at a
later date.
Documentation of two (2) MMR vaccinations or a positive
Rubella titer must be submitted for your file. If the titer is found
to be negative, the student must have a Rubella vaccination. If
you are not in compliance you will not be permitted to attend
required clinical experiences.
Clinical dress code requires each student to be in a specified
CPR Certification
The items below can be purchased from any vendor of your
choice.
(Provided in the month of June)
EHOVE will provide the required American Heart Association
Health Care Provider Course. The cost of this course is
included in your student fees. Therefore, there is no out-ofpocket expense to you.
™ To opt out, you must provide proof of an AHA Health
Care Provider Card that will not expire while you are
enrolled as a nursing student.
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school uniform. The stated items below are part of the school’s
uniform and must be purchased from the school vendor.
Scrub Top, Pants & Lab Coat
(Name badge will be provided by EHOVE)
Stethoscope
Pen Light
Bandage Scissors
White Clinic Shoes/white hosiery
The amount of clothing (uniforms) purchased is an individual
choice. However, you are expected to present yourself to every
clinical rotation in a neat, clean, pressed uniform! Uniform
ordering will be on a specified day with an opportunity for
sizing/try on.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Medical Terminology/CPR
This terminology course provides the student with the basics of the language of
medicine needed for success in the practical nursing program. American Heart CPR
Certification is also provided.
Basic Science
A study of the normal structure, function, and nutrition of the human body utilizing
appropriate medical terminology. This course includes a lab with dissection of animal
organs for study.
Nursing Theory and Practice
A study of basic theories and principles of practical nursing incorporating psychomotor
skill competencies and clinical experiences to include the topics of death and dying and
transcultural nursing.
Pharmacology
A study of the nurse’s role in pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacologic principles, math
calculations, medication administration techniques, legal, ethical, and cultural
considerations related to pharmacology, and drug classifications. Included is lab
practice with psychomotor skill competencies.
Nursing Throughout the Life Span I
A study of the nursing process applied to maternal clients with an emphasis on holistic
care and life span issues to include growth and development, maternal/child health as
well as mental health/illness and pediatric/adult/geriatric clients. Clinical experiences
are included.
Nursing Throughout the Life Span II
This course is a study of the nursing process applied to with an emphasis on holistic
care. (A continuation of Nursing Throughout LifeSpan I) Clinical experience is
included.
Nursing Throughout the Life Span III
The nursing process applied to pediatric/adult/geriatric clients with an emphasis on
holistic care is the focus of this course. (A continuation of Nursing Throughout
LifeSpan II) Clinical experience is included.
Professional Issues for LPN’s
This course is a study of the role of the professional licensed practical nurse in the
healthcare system. Course includes a preceptorship/clinical learning experience.
SCHOOL OF PRACTICAL NURSING APPLICATION FORM ($100.00 non‐refundable processing fee Payable to EHOVE) Date ____________________________ Name______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (Last) (First) (Middle) (Maiden) Home Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (Street and number) (City) (State) (ZIP) __________________________ __________________________ ___________________________________________________________ (Home Phone) (Cell Phone) (E‐mail Address) Social Security Number ________________________ Date of Birth______________________ Preference for classes: One Year Full‐Time __________ Two Year Part‐Time Day __________ Two Year Part‐Time Evening ___________ High School graduation (was or will be) _________________________ Entrance date ______________________ Ending date ______________________ Name on HS Transcript _____________________________ High School________________________________________________________________________ (Name) (Street) (City) (State) (ZIP) If not a high school graduate, have you established equivalence through the G.E.D. tests? ______________ YES _______________ NO Have you attended a school of nursing? ________YES ________NO Dates _______________________ to __________________________ Name of School of Nursing ___________________________________________ Location ___________________________________________________ Reason for Leaving ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Courses_________________________________________________________________ Dates of Attendance_______________________________________ Have you any other formal education beyond High School? ____YES ____NO Dates________________ Location______________________________________ (OVER) Do you have any condition which limits your ability to perform the functions of a nursing student? ___________YES _________NO If yes, please explain. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Work Experience: Present Occupation_____________________________________ Employer________________________________________________________________ Date employment began? ________________________________ Location ________________________________________________________________ Additional work experience in last 5 years: Dates Reason for leaving Type of Work Name of Employer Address What are your plans for financing this education? __________________________________________________________________________________________ I understand that making application for admission to the EHOVE School of Practical Nursing places no obligation on me or the school in regard to my admission. It has also been explained to me that my application is to be considered for review. If I am accepted or not accepted, I will be notified by the EHOVE School of Practical Nursing. During my clinical education, I will accept any assignment given for this experience and will attend during the hours I am assigned, even though it may require Attendance on a 3:00 to 11:00 pm shift. I will be responsible for travel to and from the affiliating agency. I give the school permission to request information from references and/or information from agencies including law enforcement. • The Ohio Board of Nursing requires that you are informed that Ohio laws allows the Board of Nursing to deny an individual convicted, adjudged guilty by a court, or who has pled guilty to any felony the right to take the nursing licensure examination. The Board also has the right to deny an individual convicted, adjudged guilty by a court, or pled guilty to any misdemeanor resulting from or related to the use of drugs or alcohol. I certify that all statements made in this application are true. Signature of applicant __________________________________________________________________ Date ___________________________ Signature of parent/guardian if applicant is under 18 _________________________________________ Date ___________________________ 07‐14 School of Practical Nursing
316 W. Mason Road, Milan, Ohio 44846
(419) 499-4663, (419) 627-9665, Ext. 231
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Exit 118
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118
Midway between Cleveland and Toledo, EHOVE is easily
accessible from any direction. Located on US Rt. 250 and
Mason Road, we’re just minutes from Ohio Turnpike Exit 118.