Nursing Care III ((9 credit hours))

Catalog description

Applies problem-solving and critical thinking skills in the care of diverse patients/families across the life span with actual or potential alterations in health due to complex acute and chronic health problems. Emphasizes leadership, management concepts, clinical decision-making, knowledge, judgment, skills and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. Introduces the RN responsibilities in relation to the four competencies of nursing practice including human flourishing, nursing judgment, professional identity, and spirit of inquiry and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN). Lecture: 5 credit hours (75 contact hours). Clinical: 4 credit hours (180 contact hours).