Welcome to Bainbridge College
Associate Degree Nursing Program

Introduction

The ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing) Program is pleased that you have accessed the ADN website for information. Through much effort and dedication, students are provided with the knowledge and skill required to become effective providers of nursing care. The ADN Nursing program philosophy supports the mission of Bainbridge College which provides a commitment to excellence in education. Therefore, the Nursing program provides high-quality instruction designed to meet the students' specific learning needs. As a nursing faculty, our belief is that teaching and learning are processes of growth that results in personal and professional development. Educational instruction will encourage and foster a strong learning foundation that promotes caring, critical thinking, communication, competence, and professional commitment.

Persons interested in the ADN program should review carefully the information below and download the Admissions Application Packet that includes admission criteria, expected program costs, and other critical information that prospective applicants need to evaluate carefully.   If an applicant has additional questions, please call the ADN office at 243-6485 to make an appointment to meet with one of the ADN faculty members.

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Program Brochure

• Click here to download the brochure

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Meet the Faculty

	Faith Garrett, ARNP-C, MSN Director, ADN Program Education 1983 Orlando Vocational Technical Center - Practical Nursing 1987 Lake-Sumter Community College - Associate Degree in Nursing 1992 Southern College - Paralegal Studies 1999 Florida Southern College - Bachelor of Science in Nursing 2001 University of Central Florida - Master of Science in Nursing: ARNP-C
	Rhonda Payne, APRN, BC, MSN Instructor, ADN Program Education 1977 Medical College of Georgia - Bachelor of Science in Nursing 2004 University of Alabama - Master of Science in Nursing: Community Health/Case Management 2005 CNS Community Health
	Betty Huskey, FNP-C, MSN Instructor, ADN Program Education 1975 Medical Center of Central Georgia - Diploma in Nursing 1992 Albany State University - Bachelor of Science in Nursing 1995 Albany State University - Master of Science in Nursing: Community Health/Education 1995 Albany State University - Post-Graduate Certificate: FNP-C
	Sheree Dickenson MSN, RN, CDE Assistant Professor, ADN Program 1977 – Georgia Southwestern University – Associate Degree in Nursing 1987 – Georgia Southwestern University – Batchelor of Science in Nursing 1990 – Certified Diabetes Educator Certification 1994 – Valdosta State University- Master of Science in Nursing: Adult Health / Education
	Ruby Barlow ADN Program Assistant

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Estimated Cost

Application:

Tuition & College Fees per Semester

ADN Program Fees

*Costs of transportation to clinical facilities will vary and are the responsibility of the student

All fees must be paid for admittance to class

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Test of Essential Academic Skills Test (TEAS)

About the test:

The Test for Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) measures the following:

Math

• Whole numbers, metric conversion, fractions and decimals, algebraic equations, percentages, and ratio/proportion.

Reading

• Covers paragraph comprehension, passage comprehension, and inferences/conclusions.

English

• Measures knowledge of punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, contextual words, and spelling.

Science

• covers science reasoning, science knowledge, biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, basic physical principles, and general science

The T.E.A.S. test is required for admission into Bainbridge College Associate Degree in Nursing Program.  The exam must be completed prior to turning in your application to the ADN program

Exam Dates, Times, and Locations:

Please contact the Testing Center at 248-2579 to schedule an appointment to take the TEAS exam. Photo ID must be presented prior to taking the exam

COST:

• The applicant is responsible for the testing fee of twenty five dollars which must be paid the day of the exam. The testing fee is non refundable. 

Preparing for the Exam:

A study guide is on reserve in the Bainbridge College library. 

• Study guides or practice tests may be purchased from the Assessment Technologies Institute at www.atitesting.com

TEST RESULTS

Test results will be given to the student at the completion of the test and placed in Banner Web. The national percentile is the number used as a measurement of academic success.

The TEAS Test may be repeated only one time, with the best composite score used for the selective admission formula.  The applicant must wait a month before retaking the exam but must complete prior to the nursing program application due date.

REMEDIATION is strongly recommended for success on the RETAKE

Admission Packet

• Click to download ( MS Word Version)
• Click to download ( PDF Version)

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Frequently Asked Questions.

1. Where can I find information about the nursing program at Bainbridge College?

   You can find out information about the nursing program at the following web site: http://www.bainbridge.edu/academics/tech_stud/ProgADN.htm
   It includes the following information: description of the program, admission requirements, expense list, course list (nursing specific courses and general education courses).

2. Will I be licensed to practice upon completing the nursing program at Bainbridge College?

   You will be eligible to apply to take the NCLEX-RN exam upon successful completion of the program. After passing the exam, you will be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Georgia pursuant to approval by the Georgia Board of Nursing.

3. Where can I take the core courses prior to entering the program?

   You can take core courses at Bainbridge College or transfer equivalent courses into Bainbridge College for credit.

4. Can Nursing Courses be transferred into the program?

   The only nursing course that may be transferred into the program at this time is Nursing Fundamentals. This decision will be made on an individualized basis.

5. In general, how many students are accepted each year for admission into the ADN nursing class?

   We can accommodate, in terms of our lab and clinical facilities, approximately 50 students per incoming class.

6. How long is the Program?

   The Nursing Program is 5 semesters long.

7. Can I take the program as a part-time student?

   Not at this time. The program is offered only on a full-time basis. If you have work or family responsibilities that will make it difficult for you to be a full time student; you might investigate options for reducing the course load, such as taking the general education courses the year before entry into the Nursing Program.

8. Will my schedule allow me to work at a job part-time and be a full time student in the program?

   You will find that your program schedule and study time will be demanding of your time and effort; therefore, it will be difficult to work unless you have a flexible part time work schedule and are very organized.

9. Will a criminal conviction affect my application for nursing school or after I am in the program?

   In general, a criminal conviction involving violence or illegal drug activity will result in the inability for an individual to attend clinical, thereby making the student ineligible to successfully complete the nursing program. In addition, the Georgia Board of Nursing has the sole authority to approve an individual to sit for the NCLEX-RN. For further information, refer to http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/rn/.

10. What clinical sites are used in the nursing programs?

    The Bainbridge ADN program uses various health care facilities for clinical experiences to provide students with opportunities to learn about different health care systems and provide assorted opportunities to provide care for different client populations.

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Internet Resources

• Discover Nursing - http://www.discovernursing.com/
• GANS - http://www.ganursingstudents.org/
• Georgia Board of Nursing http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/rn/
• Occupational outlook http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm
• Nursing Scholarships http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/nursing/scholarship/
• Financial Aid http://www.bainbridge.edu/student/fina_aid/fina_aid_idx.htm

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Student Nurse Association

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Photos of the New Nursing Lab