NM 171 - Transition to RN Practice with Lab

This course is designed to introduce the practical nurse to the concepts related to professional nursing care. Emphasis will be placed on the scope of practice of the registered nurse. A nursing process approach is utilized to emphasize evidence-based practice, critical thinking, teaching/learning, professional behaviors, communication, collaboration, managing care, technology, and skills. Nursing skills, medication administration, and health assessment are integrated and applied in the nursing laboratory. Upon successful completion, the student will be able to provide quality nursing care, incorporating the concepts identified in this course. 6.00 semester credit hours Contact Hours: 105.00 Prerequisites: EN 104 English Composition I, NM 122 Introduction to Professional Nursing Corequisites: SC 185 General Chemistry/SC 185L General Chemistry Lab, EN 106 Information Literacy and Research Writing, and PD 121 Professional Development I.