Role Transition to Professional Nursing

Catalog description

This course examines the transition of the Registered Nurse (RN) to the professional role of pursing an advanced degree at the baccalaureate or graduate level. As the entry course for the Professional Component of the RN-to-BSN program, this immersive experience provides students with networking and mentoring opportunities with peers and faculty. Students also examine the nursing profession, historical foundations and current issues regarding the scope and roles of professional baccalaureate nursing practices. Critical thinking and interpersonal communication skills that are critical to professional practice are assessed through writing intensive assignments.