In support of the overall mission, vision, values, and goals of the Lake Washington Institute of Technology, this nursing program seeks to:
- Provide a safe, inclusive, student-centered learning environment where students are provided the opportunity to develop the skill and knowledge necessary to provide ethical, safe, and compassionate patient-centered nursing care within a modern diverse healthcare system.
- Enhance student learning through the integration of theoretical learning and hands-on experiences.
- Provide a strong understanding of evidence-based practice that promotes best practice standards.
- Act as a resource for students, faculty, staff, and the community.
- Instill within our students a firm understanding of the ANA code of ethics and professional nursing standards.
- LWTech Mission, Vision, Values and Goal Statements https://www.lwtech.edu/about/our-story/mission/
To provide a supportive and innovative educational experience designed to inspire both student and educator alike, based on a commitment to positively contribute to the health of individuals, families, and communities.
The core values of the Lake Washington Institute of Technology’s Nursing Program encompass the concepts, competencies, and values that are reflected in our program’s framework, which includes the incorporation of the ethical standards associated with professional nursing practice.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLO)
The program has learning outcomes. The outcomes are the competencies each graduate has integrated into their practice. Each course teaches to Program Learning Outcomes. Nursing AAS-T degree graduates (RN) will:
- EPSLO 1: Integrate evidence-based knowledge to make sound clinical judgments reflective of safe practice standards.
- EPSLO 2: Apply the concepts of leadership, management, quality improvement, and patient safety in the delivery of patient care
- EPSLO 3: Communicate effectively and accurately through verbal, written, and electronic mediums.
- EPSLO 4: Plan and provide safe, inclusive, equitable, effective, and financially responsible nursing care through the appropriate utilization of available resources.
- EPSLO 5: Incorporate the concepts and competencies reflected in the LWTech Nursing Program QSEN/NLN framework model.
Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX).
Minimum admission requirements: Complete application including all pre requisites, Cumulative GPA 3.0 on GPA bearing course requirements, TEAS results with a minimum score of 70, attend the proctored essay and orientation. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older due to clinical agency requirements, pass a certified background check, and be in compliance for ALL Immunizations as per CPNW clinical passport.
Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not offer every course each quarter. It is the student’s responsibility to consult the Class Schedule and work out an individual schedule with an advisor. Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.