Nursing (NRS)

Establishes the foundational knowledge for competency based nursing practice within the context of the contemporary health care delivery system by introducing the nursing process and basic nursing concepts as a framework for organizing care delivery. Introduces the four competencies of nursing practice including human flourishing, nursing judgment, professional identity, and spirit of inquiry and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN). Applies problem-solving and critical thinking skills in the care of patients across the life span and of diverse cultures with actual or potential alterations in health due to common acute and chronic health problems. Includes the application of the nursing process to meet the needs of patients at the practical nursing level. Lecture: 5 credit hours (75 contact hours). Clinical: 4 credit hours (180 contact hours).

Includes the application of problem-solving and critical thinking skills in the care of patients across the life span and of diverse cultures with actual or potential alterations in health due to common acute and chronic health problems. Provides care of patients during the childbearing cycle focusing on common health alterations in the reproductive process. Strengthens the four competencies of nursing practice including human flourishing, nursing judgment, professional identity, and spirit of inquiry and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) while higher level skills are introduced. Includes an integrated clinical practicum of direct patient care in a health care facility or health care organization to facilitate the transition from student role to LPN practice. Lecture: 5 credit hours (75 contact hours). Clinical: 5 credit hours (225 contact hours).

Facilitates the transition of licensed practical nurses into the nursing mobility program by building upon previous knowledge, attitudes, and cognitive and psychomotor skills using strategies of adult learning. Strengthens the four competencies of nursing practice including human flourishing, nursing judgment, professional identity, and spirit of inquiry and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN). Orients the student to the philosophy and organizing framework of the ADN Program and assists the practical nurse to make the role transition to registered nursing. Essential concepts and beginning problem-solving skills required for registered nursing practice are emphasized. Nineteen credit hours in nursing will be awarded upon successful completion of the course. Lecture: 3 credit hours (45 contact hours).

Applies problem-solving and critical thinking skills in the care of diverse patients/families across the life span with actual or potential alterations in health due to complex acute and chronic health problems. Emphasizes leadership, management concepts, clinical decision-making, knowledge, judgment, skills and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. Introduces the RN responsibilities in relation to the four competencies of nursing practice including human flourishing, nursing judgment, professional identity, and spirit of inquiry and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN). Lecture: 5 credit hours (75 contact hours). Clinical: 4 credit hours (180 contact hours).

Integrates previous knowledge and skills into the development of the associate degree nurse. Focuses on the four competencies of nursing practice including human flourishing, nursing judgment, professional identity, and spirit of inquiry and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) with an emphasis on leadership, management, clinical decision-making, collaboration, knowledge, judgment, skills and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. Applies problem-solving and critical thinking skills in the care of diverse patients/families across the lifespan with actual or potential alterations in health due to complex acute and chronic health problems. Includes an integrated clinical practicum of direct patient care in a health care facility or health care organization to facilitate the transition from student role to RN practice. Lecture: 6 credit hours (90 contact hours) Clinical: 4 credit hours (180 contact hours).