Foundations of Nursing Practice (RNSG 1413)

Term: 2016-2017 Fall

Faculty

Lauren N JamisonShow MyInfo popup for Lauren N Jamison

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Kristen A FloydShow MyInfo popup for Kristen A Floyd

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Schedule

Mon, 12:30 PM - 3:20 PM (8/22/2016 - 12/15/2016) Location: MAIN HLTH 147

Description

Introduction to the role of the professional nurse as provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team, and member of the profession. Content includes fundamental concepts of nursing practice, history of professional nursing, and a systematic framework for decision-making and critical thinking. Emphasis on knowledge, judgment, skills and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach.
Prerequisites: BIOL 2301/2101, 2302/2102, and 2320/2120; PSYC 2301 and 2314. Co-requisites: RNSG 1360.