NIP 140 — Practical Nursing Role Transition
Prepares students to assume the role of graduate practical nurse. Promotes clinical judgment, delegation and collaboration in the provision of safe, ethical, holistic patient centered care. Explores healthcare management systems and employment seeking skills as students begin to develop a professional identity. Includes a clinical practicum in a health care facility utilizing the nursing process and evidence-based information in delivering clinically competent care. Students must have Basic Life Support certification, current liability insurance coverage and current immunizations for the duration of the course. Lecture: 2.0 credits (30 contact hours). Lab/Clinical: 4.0 credits (180 contact hours).