Nov 21, 2024  
2024-2025 Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Catalog

NSGP 104 - Essen Nrsg Conc & Clin Judge


PREREQUISITES: Admission to the Practical Nursing program
PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: APHY 101 Anatomy & Physiology I

CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
Defines nursing and the role of the licensed practical nurse as a member of the healthcare team.  Explores conceptual learning, definitions of concepts within the curriculum, and strategies to foster student success. Examines professionalism and care coordination in relation to the role of the licensed practical nurse.  Introduces the concepts of communication and safety within nursing practice.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
  1. Identify therapeutic communication techniques utilized when collaborating within the intra- and interdisciplinary team. (SLO 4)
  2. Describe ethical and legal concepts relevant to the role of the licensed practical nurse. (SLO 6)
  3. Describe techniques utilized in creating and maintaining a safe patient care environment. (SLO 1, 5)
  4. Define clinical judgment. (SLO 2)
  5. Explore the role of the licensed practical nurse. (SLO 6)
  6. Explain evidence-based practice. (SLO 1, 2, 3)
  7. Define conceptual learning including the program concepts. 
  8. Utilize strategies and resources to support student success. 


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
  • Overview of conceptual learning
  • Introduction of concepts 
  • Student success strategies
  • Caring
  • Communication
  • Clinical Judgment 
  • Evidence
  • Coordinated Care
  • Professionalism
  • Safety

GRADING POLICY
92.00  -  100       =    A

83.00  -  91.99    =    B

75.00  -  82.99    =    C

70.00  -  74.99    =    D

0         -  69.99    =    F