Assessment and Evaluation
Program Outcomes
Program Outcomes and EOPSLOs have been established by the OTC PN faculty for evaluation of student performance. Program Outcomes and EOPSLOs will be evaluated as a program and by separate cohorts. The three practical nursing program outcomes include:
Program Outcome #1: Licensure Examination Passage Rate
Successfully complete the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-PN) upon graduating and meet the Licensure Examination passage rate.
Expected Level of Achievement (ELA): 80% for all first-time test-takers during the same 12-month period based on a calendar year (January to December).
Program Outcome #2: Program Completion Rate
Successfully meet the Program completion rate. Expected level of achievement not less than 60% established by OTC PN faculty.
Expected Level of Achievement: not less than 60% over a 3-year average for the program completion rate.
Program completion is the number of students who are accepted into the nursing program and fulfill the College and Programmatic requirements. (Data based on academic year July 1 to June 30.)
Program Outcome #3: Job Placement Rate
Successfully function as novice practitioners in the field of Professional Nursing through employment.
Expected Level of Achievement: not less than 90% within 12 months of graduation.
End of Program Student Learning Outcomes (EOPSLOs)
The End-of-Program Student Learning Outcomes (EOPSLOs) for the Practical Nursing (PN) program at Ogeechee Technical College (OTC) are developed by the PN faculty and reflect learner-centered expectations. These outcomes articulate the knowledge, skills, and behaviors students are expected to demonstrate upon successful completion of the program.
1. Patient-Centered Care. The student will be able to competently demonstrate compassionate, respectful, and empathetic care in all client interactions. (PNSG 1605).
2. Clinical Judgement. The student will be able to competently apply critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to assess and implement evidence-based interventions. (PNSG 1610).
3. Communication and Documentations. The student will be able to competently and effectively communicate with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members. (PNSG 1610).
4. Culture and Spirituality. The student will be able to competently provide culturally sensitive and spiritually appropriate care that respects the client. (PNSG 1605).
5. Nursing Process. The student will be able to competently utilize the nursing process to deliver safe, organized, and client-centered care. (PNSG 1620).
6. Scholarship. The student will be able to competently design, implement, and evaluate effective teaching strategies tailored to client learning needs. (PNSG 1645).
Medication Calculation Testing Guidelines
Safe and accurate medication administration is a critical competency in nursing practice. To ensure student readiness for clinical responsibilities, all PN students at Ogeechee Technical College are required to demonstrate proficiency in medication calculation each semester by passing a standardized Medication Calculation Exam.
Overview
Students must achieve a minimum score of 90% on the Medication Calculation Exam to meet clinical readiness requirements.
This exam must be successfully completed prior to the administration of any medications in clinical settings.
Remediation and Attempt Process
1. First Attempt
Administered at the start of each Adult Health Nursing Course
Students who score below 90% must complete self-directed remediation before retesting.
Self-directed remediation will be guided by course faculty.
2. Second Attempt
Administered after self-remediation.
Students who fail the second attempt will be required to complete faculty-guided remediation, which may include assignments, practice problems, and/or tutoring sessions.
3. Third Attempt
If a score of 90% is not achieved on the third (3rd) attempt, the student has not proven competency in safe med administration and drug calculations.
The student may not be permitted to progress in the PN program.
Additional Guidelines
All testing and remediation timelines will be communicated by course faculty at the beginning of each semester. Students are expected to take the process seriously and demonstrate a commitment to clinical safety and professional growth.