LPN-RN Role Transition & Medical- Surgical Nursing I

NUR213

Combined focus on theoretical and clinical components of the transition to the registered nurse role, nursing process, and further development of skills required for professional practice. Emphasis on the role of the registered nurse as provider of care, communicator, client advocate, and educator, as well as the development of professional behaviors, communication, and teaching/learning principles. Exploration of professional nursing care of diverse adult populations exhibiting acute and chronic health conditions. Beginning use of informatics and evidence-based practice to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate person-centered care. Minimum of 90 clinical hours are required.

7 Credits: 5 Lecture, 6 Clinical

Prerequisites:
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH123 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH124 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH151 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH153 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH159 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH161 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH180 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH181 and NUR118