NUR335 Introduction to Nursing and Evidence-Based Practice

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This course introduces the student to the theoretical and historical foundation of the professional nursing role. Students will be introduced to the role of the master’s-prepared nurse in the clinical setting as a Clinical Nurse Leader and the evolving nature of nursing practice. Theoretical foundations for nursing practice will be established, including the use of Maslow’s hierarchy for prioritization, the multiple roles of the nurse, the holistic basis for nursing care, and the use of the nursing process. Students will learn about the utilization of current, reliable research in nursing and the role of the master’s-prepared nurse in advocating for evidence-based practice.