Foundations of Nursing

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<b><font color="7A0018">Begins Fall 2025</b></font><br> Limitation on Enrollment: 1) Enrollment in the REGN program; 2) CPR card Module AC; 3) Physical within past 6 months; 4) Negative TB screening test within past 6 months or negative chest xray within past year; 5) Proof of current immunizations; 6) Criminal background clearance; 7) Drug screening Registered Nursing 15 (Foundations of Nursing) focuses on foundational concepts necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to a diverse patient population while integrating legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Introduces critical thinking applied to nursing, the nursing process, diversity, and communication techniques used when interacting with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team, and applies evidence-based nursing practice. Includes acquisition of basic nursing skills. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and a variety of acute and long-term care clinical settings.