NURS 1926 - Bridge To Professional Nursing

9 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the LPN-RN Bridge and permission of the department.
Description
Bridge to Professional Nursing (NURS 1926 (LPN-RN Bridge only)) is offered in the first semester of the LPN-RN Bridge Track in the nursing program. NURS 1926 introduces the advance placement student to framework of the program of study and provides the foundation for professional nursing practice in the promotion and maintenance of health, prevention of illness, and care of patients/clients experiencing alterations in physiological and psychobiological health. The application of the nursing process and concepts of holistic care, diversity, critical thinking, basic human needs, psychosocial needs, growth and development, legal/ethical issues, pharmacological principles, therapeutic interventions, and communication skills are emphasized. The role of the professional nurse is introduced and expanded to include patient/family education and collaboration with patients, families, the interdisciplinary team, and community agencies. Selected content, including pharmacological principles and math calculations is presented. This course includes classroom, clinical practice, clinical lab simulations and skills lab experiences.