Nursing Care IV ((10 credit hours))

Catalog description

Integrates previous knowledge and skills into the development of the associate degree nurse. Focuses on 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) with an emphasis on leadership, management, clinical decision-making, collaboration, knowledge, judgment, skills and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. Applies problem-solving and critical thinking skills in the care of diverse patients/families across the lifespan with actual or potential alterations in health due to complex acute and chronic health problems. Includes an integrated clinical practicum of direct patient care in a health care facility or health care organization to facilitate the transition from student role to RN practice. Lecture: 6 credit hours (90 contact hours) Clinical: 4 credit hours (180 contact hours).