NU 211 - Introduction to Clinical Nursing^

This course focuses on concepts basic to nursing and foundational psychomotor skills of the professional nurse. The nursing process is introduced along with the communication process, client safety, and evidence-based practice. Emphasis is placed on the nurse’s role in providing safe, caring, compassionate, holistic, and culturally competent care across the life span. Pharmacodynamics, economics of healthcare, and beginning leadership skills will be addressed. Students will practice basic patient care skills within the lab setting. Semester Credit Hours: 4.00 Contact Hours: 45/30/0/75 Prerequisites: SC 246 Anatomy and Physiology II. Corequisites: None.