Nursing
Associate of Applied Science
- Entry wage: $43,964*
- Median wage: $58,173*
- Job placement rate: 94%**
A day in the life
Many nurses work shifts in hospitals, but nurses also work in schools, medical offices and other settings. In many cases, expect to be on your feet a lot and to work at a quick pace. Nursing involves hands-on work. You will likely see blood and body fluids.
Three reasons to consider this program.
- You make a difference in people's lives.
- You learn a lot about how the human body works.
- Starting salaries tend to be good, and jobs are in demand.
Before you sign up, make sure you understand...
- You must love biology. Your interest in biology must be as strong as your desire to help people.
- You are on your feet a lot as a nurse. It's a physical job.
- You may deal with trauma. Also, you will touch people. Think about how comfortable you are with physical contact with patients.
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Notes and Map Legend
Key Course: program faculty have identified this course as key to your success
Recommended Elective: check catalog for other acceptable courses- This map assumes completion of course prerequisites
Nursing Application Deadline has been extended to Friday, April 18, 2025.
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 RN-Bridge. 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.
The nursing program includes classroom, lab and clinical experiences. Clinical experiences occur in a variety of healthcare settings. 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. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at www.acenursing.org.
Program Options
- Traditional - Day classes, clinical and lab, with possible evening clinical rotation dependent on health care facility availability.
- RN Bridge - Evenings and weekends.
Program Curriculum
The curriculums are listed in the catalog.
Location
The Nursing Program Office is located on the main campus in Roane County. Nursing classes are offered on four campuses (Roane County, Oak Ridge, Cumberland County, and the Knox County Center for Health Sciences). 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.
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Nursing Application Deadline has been extended to Friday, April 18, 2025.
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Admission and Program Requirements
See catalog 
Additional Expenses
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:
- admission physical,
- required immunizations,
- uniforms,
- textbooks,
- liability insurance,
- criminal background checks,
- urine drug screen,
- CPR certification,
- licensing examination fee, and
- course specific fees
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.
Transferring Students
See catalog
Readmission Procedures
See catalog
Accreditation
The Associate Degree nursing program at Roane State Community College at the Harriman Campus located in Harriman, TN 37748, the Knox County Center for Health Sciences located at 132 Hayfield Road, Knoxville, TN 37922 and the Oak Ridge Branch Campus located at 701 Briarcliff Ave., Oak Ridge, TN 37830 is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 39326, (404) 975-5000. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate Degree nursing program is continuing accreditation.
Contact
Dr. Patricia Jenkins
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4809
Dean of Health Sciences
Administrative Staff
Dr. Patricia Jenkins
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4809
Dean of Health Sciences
Tammy Robinette
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4708
Administrative Assistant
Faculty
Dr. Michelle R Cash
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4292
Program Director and Assistant Professor
Dr. Donna G Boxell
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4461
Assistant Professor
Dr. Becky Fields
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865-354-3000 4134
Associate Professor
Heather Gregg
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4932
Assistant Professor
Teresa L Lucas
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4148
Associate Professor
Gabriel McAteer
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4259
Assistant Professor
Vickie F Pierce
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4775
Associate Professor
Rebecca D Simmons
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865-354-3000 ext 2261
Clinical Coordinator
Dr. Charity S Stanley
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 2045
Assistant Professor
Elizabeth A Thomas
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(865) 354-3000 ext. 4258
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