REGISTERED NURSING

Program Overview

The registered nursing program is designed to prepare students to provide nursing care in a variety of healthcare settings and for licensure and employment as a registered nurse. The four-semester program incorporates interactive face-to-face classes, web-enhanced classes, labs, and clinical experience to prepare students to function as a member of the healthcare team.

All full-time RN nursing faculty have a master’s degree in nursing or higher and many are nationally Certified Nurse Educators through the National League for Nursing

Nursing faculty are available to advise each student as they progress through the program. Successful completion of the program prepares students to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing (NCLEX-RN), which allows the graduate to practice as a registered nurse. There are also opportunities to transfer into a four-year degree program at partnering institutions.

The registered nursing program at Northwest State Community College meets the state education requirements for a registered nursing license in the state of Ohio. Northwest State Community College has not determined if the registered nursing program at Northwest State Community College meets the state education requirements in any other state, any U.S. Territory, or the District of Columbia.

NSCC RN Program ranked #1 ADN program in Ohio

 

Nursing Entrance Exam (NEX)

The National League for Nursing Entrance Exam (NEX) is a standardized entrance exam for students seeking admission to a pre-licensure nursing program and is comprised of three sections - Science, Verbal, and Math.

FAQ

  • The NEX exam is $68.50
  • The SKU code is: NEX
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    Click the links below for more information:

    NEX Overview
    Student Guide to Taking the NEX Exam

    Northwest State Community College requires students to take the Nursing Entrance Exam (NEX) and receive a score in the 50th percentile for each of the three areas tested in order to be admitted to the Registered Nursing (RN) program. It is recommended that students complete the admission requirements of biology, chemistry, MTH 085 and any developmental English courses needed prior to attempting the entrance exam.

     

    Additional Requirements

    Advising Checklist
    Ohio Board of Nursing Criminal History Fact Sheet

     

    Program Details

    See this program’s estimated expenses.

     

    How to Apply

    A separate application is required, in addition to the College application. Application deadlines are February 1 for Fall admission and September 1 for Spring admission. Questions should be directed to Kristi Vondeylen, Division Administrative Assistant, at kvondeylen@NorthwestState.edu or 419.267.1246.

     

    Accreditation

    The registered nursing program at Northwest State Community College located in Archbold, Ohio is accredited by the:
    Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
    3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
    Atlanta, GA 30326
    404.975.5000
    acenursing.org

    The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the registered nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.

    Program Stats

     

    NSCC NCLEX Pass rates (annual calendar year first attempt)

    2018
    97.06%

    2019
    92.86%

    2020
    94.0%

    2021
    79.63%

    2022
    77.42%

     

    NCLEX Ohio Average (annual calendar year first attempt)

    2018
    88.29%

    2019
    86.25%

    2020
    84.41%

    2021
    79.07%

    2022
    75.83%

     

    Graduate Employment Rates (based on 6-month graduate survey)

    2018
    100%

    2019
    100%

    2020
    100%

    2021
    100%

    2022
    96.4%

     

    Graduation Rate-Annual (graduated within 6 semesters)

    2018
    53%

    2019
    66.7%

    2020
    82.86%

    2021
    82.35%

    2022
    60.4%

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    LPN to RN Option

    This three semester program is designed to preparethe Licensed Practical Nurse for licensure as a Registered Nurse.

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    Administrative Assistant

    Kristi Vondeylen
    kvondeylen@NorthwestState.edu
    419.267.1246