NUR 304: Transitions to Professional Nursing

3 credits

This course is an introduction to evidence based practice, theoretical frameworks in professional nursing, and health policy issues which affect the safe delivery of health care. Students will learn and apply the nursing process to a case study and develop a care plan and teaching plan. Students work to enhance professional communication skills in a variety of roles and situations and to adapt those skills to meet different professional demands. Students become familiar with historic figures in nursing, nursing theories and theorists, as well as legal and ethical issues. Further, the course provides students with opportunities to practice professional nursing skills and to participate in professional nursing activities.

Prerequisite(s): Student must have GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Co-requisite(s): None.