Spring 2013 RN Refresher Program

Our RN refresher program is for registered nurses who

• have not been actively practicing.
• have been working in nursing positions other than acute care.
• need to reactivate their Washington State licensure.

Content in the program includes up-to-date information on

• the nursing process
• pharmacology
• ethics and legal issues
• mental health assessment
• the pathophysiology and management of common medical-surgical conditions

 Other topics include:

• pain management
• nutrition and hydration
• oncology
• pediatric assessment

The skills review and clinical practicum provide opportunities to refresh nursing skills and to work with an instructor in an adult acute care setting. BC is a Washington State approved refresher program.

Is an online program for you? Please take this short quiz to see if it is right for you.

http://bellevuecollege.edu/distance/WebAssess

SPRING 2013 Program Details

• Classes begin April 1, 2013
• Class Size: 32
• RN's with the least time lapsed in the profession will get priority placement if there is over enrollment in the program.
• RN's who have been out of practice for over 20 years, may not be accepted into the program.
• Theory classes will be held online with 3 or 4 days on main campus for lab skills.
• Tuition is $3,165 (3 payments - 1st payment due before classes begin))
• $60.00 application fee (non-refundable/non-transferrable)
• Additional Costs: Class and clinical placement Fees (approx. $214), books, supplies, immunizations, CPR and background check
• Program includes: Theory (110 Hours), Clinical (72 Hours) and Preceptorship (96 Hours)
• You must pass each section before moving on to next section
• Length of program is four (4) months
• Reliable computer and printer are required
• International RN's are welcome to take the "Theory Only" portion of the program - immunizations and background check not required

Important Dates (subject to change)

• Orientation - Tuesday, March 26th, 1pm to 4pm (on campus)
• Online Theory Classes begin April 1st
• Skills Lab Classes on campus week of June 10th and June 17th - specific days and times will be provided upon acceptance to program
• Clinical Hours begin the week of July 8th

How to Apply

• Complete RN Refresher Application (Application process will open May 1, 2013)
• Pay $60.00 non-refundable/non-transferrable application fee
• Conviction/Criminal History Disclosure Form [PDF]
• Current Resume
• Application deadline August 2, 2013
• Notification of acceptance into the program will be August 9, 2013
• Only hard copies will be accepted, please do not email or fax this information.
• Immunizations and Background Check will be required upon acceptance into the program.

Note: Please hold your immunizations until after you are accepted into the program.

Mail or hand-deliver your completed forms and resume to:
RN Refresher Program
Health Science, Education & Wellness Institute, R130
Bellevue College
3000 Landerholm Circle SE
Bellevue, WA  98007