
EACC Mission: We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community.
After the completion of the program the graduate will be able to:
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| Communicate with the patient, the patient’s family, and other health care workers using therapeutic communication skills. |
| Utilize the Nursing Process to plan and give care to the patient throughout his/her life span. |
| Practice cultural differences when planning care for the patient. |
| Demonstrate basic knowledge and basic nursing skills to safely give care to patients. |
| Practice within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act for the practical nurse. |
| Seek out opportunities for increased knowledge to meet lifelong learning goals in the field of nursing. |
| Implement teaching based on identified learning needs of the patient. |
| Utilize knowledge gained to meet the community’s nursing needs. |
| Delegate care to unlicensed assistive personnel. |
| Annual Salary |
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Arkansas Median Salary: $41,760
National Median Salary: $48,820
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*The Practical Nursing program at East Arkansas Community College is approved through the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.
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| Interested in Learning More? Contact one of our Admission Staff at the Hodges Student Services Complex, at (870)-633-4480 Ext. 335. |
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