RSCC offers an LPN Mobility option. LPNs who qualify for admission and graduate from this program receive the same degree as traditional nursing students. Graduates are eligible to apply to take the licensing examination to become a Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN).
Specific information regarding the LPN Mobility admission process and requirements for admission are available in the online RSCC college catalog and the Nursing Admission Packet. Availability of this program is dependent on the number of qualified applicants each year.
The Roane State Nursing Program is two years of intensive study in patient-centered nursing care. Upon successful completing of the program of study, graduates receive an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree. The course of study includes both classroom and clinical aspects of nursing. There are two program options: Traditional and LPN Mobility. The graduates of Roane State Community College nursing program are able to provide highly skilled nursing care to patients and families in a variety of health care settings.
During the first year of the nursing program, students usually spend six hours per week in a clinical setting as well as six hours per week in the nursing skills lab. During the second year, the clinical rotation typically requires twelve hours per week in a clinical setting. The size of the clinical groups allow students individualized attention and clinical instruction. Highly qualified, professional nursing faculty instructs students.
Upon successful completion of the Nursing Program, the graduate is eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN). Successful completion of this exam is required to practice as a Registered Nurse. More detailed information about this process is available at the Tennessee Board of Nursing website, under the Board of Nursing Rules and Regulation.
The curriculums are listed in the catalog.
The Nursing Division Office is located on the main campus in Harriman. Nursing classes are offered on three campuses (Harriman, Oak Ridge, and Knoxville Health Sciences Center). Roane State is affiliated with a variety of health care facilities in the area, which serve as sites for clinical experiences. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation to these facilities.
The Nursing Program at Roane State is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, 404-975-5000, www.acenursing.org.
Note: All eligibility requirements for both options of the nursing program (traditional and LPN Mobility) must be completed prior to the application deadline, which is the 4th Friday in January.
There are a variety of expenses associated with the nursing program in addition to the tuition and fees. These additional expenses may equal or exceed $2,500 per year. One expense is the cost of transportation to and from class and clinical. Other required expenses include the following:
The greatest additional expenses (other than the cost of transportation) may be expected prior to admission and in the first and last semesters. All expenses are subject to change.
Nursing Admission Information/Advising
Michael P Burtch
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4705
Patricia Jenkins
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4809, Dean
B.S.N., University of Tennessee - Nursing
M.S.N., University of Tennessee - Nursing
Ed.D., University of Tennessee - Educational Administration and Policy Studies
Registered Nurse
Victoria M Pittman
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4228, Administrative Assistant
Office Occupations Certificate
Medical Terminology Certificate
Tammy Robinette
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4708, Administrative Assistant
A.S., Roane State Community College - Business Management
Certified Professional Secretary
Certified Administrative Professional-Organizational Management
Michael P Burtch
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4705, Nursing Admission Information/Advising
Becky Fields
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865-354-3000 ext.4134, Program Director
B.S.N., University of Tennessee
M.S.N., University of Tennessee
PhD. University of Tennessee - Nursing
Registered Nurse
Heather Barker
(865) 354-3000 ext. 4992
A.S.N., Lincoln Memorial University
B.S.N., Austin Peay State University
M.S.N., Middle Tennessee State University
Registered Nurse
Mindy S Brown
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4991
A.S.N., Lincoln Memorial University
B.S.N., Ohio University
M.S.N., Aspen University
Registered Nurse
Jeanne M Evans
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4948
B.S.N., Carson-Newman College
M.S.N., King University
Registered Nurse
Tammy L Hannon
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4890
B.S.N., Lincoln Memorial University
M.S.N., Liberty University
Registered Nurse
Vickie F. Harris
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4775
A.D.N., Fayetteville Technical Community College
B.S., University of St. Francis - Health Science
M.S.N., University of Phoenix - Nursing
Registered Nurse
Regina Hinkle
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4123
Missouri Baptist College of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Maryland - Nursing
M.S.N., University of Tennessee - Nursing
Registered Nurse
(Post-retirement)
Teresa L Lucas
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865-354-3000 ext.4148
B.S., University of Tennessee
M.S.N., University of Tennessee
Registered Nurse
Jozie I Moore
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4330
A.S.N., Lincoln Memorial University
B.S.N., Western Governor's University
M.S.N., Western Governor's University
Registered Nurse
Donna K Ogle
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4932
A.S., Dalton State College - Nursing
B.S.N., Middle TN State University
M.S.N., Middle TN State University
Registered Nurse
Alma R Palmer
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(865) 481-2013
B.S.N., Western Carolina University - Nursing
M.S.N., East Tennessee State University - Nursing
Registered Nurse
Marcia G. Shloush
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4791
B.S.N., University of Tennessee - Nursing
M.S., University of Tennessee - Child Development
M.S.N., University of Phoenix - Nursing Education
Registered Nurse
(Post-retirement)
Marcia M Spurgeon
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4326
B.S.N., Northern Caribbean University - Nursing
M.S.N., University of North Carolina, Greensboro - Nursing
Registered Nurse
Marilyn C Turner
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4230
Diploma, East TN Baptist Hospital School of Nursing
B.S.N., Liberty University
M.S.N., King University
Registered Nurse
William West
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4765
A.S., Walters State Community College - Nursing
B.A., University of Tennessee - Psychology
M.S.N., University of Tennessee - Nursing
Registered Nurse
(Post-retirement)
Rebecca P Yarnell
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4990
B.S.N., University of Tennessee
M.S.N., University of Tennessee
Registered Nurse
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