Transition for Internation Nrs

Catalog description

This course is designed to assist the international nurse in making the transition to western nursing practice. Topics covered include cultural issues, critical thinking, customer service, medical terminology, documentation, communication skills, patient teaching, legal and ethical issues, scope of practice, physician's orders, nursing process, selected nursing skills, technology and the health care delivery system including participating as a member of the health care team. College laboratory experiences are planned to allow the student to develop, practice and refine selected nursing skills. Clinical laboratory experiences are designed to assist the student to develop the skills necessary to practice nursing in the United States. Co-requisite: NONE