This lecture course is designed for the Licensed Practical Nurse transitioning into the Registered Nurse role. Students will validate and build upon foundational nursing knowledge in development of patient centered plans of care. Emphasis is placed on how levels of prevention, the nursing process, clinical reasoning, and clinical judgment are integrated in care-planning by the Registered Nurse. To progress in the program, the student must maintain a grade of a “C” or better, in all program specific general education courses and required program courses.
Prerequisites: PSYC2010, COMM1030, BIOL2130, BIOL2140, BIOL2760, ENGL1010, MATH1050