Work-Study

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RN Work -Study provides students enrolled in the Nursing Program an opportunity to obtain structured work -study experiences, under the supervision of registered nurses, in participating health care agencies. Work -Study provides opportunities for additional practice and development of confidence and critical thinking through application of previously learned knowledge and skills. The grade earned in this course is Pass/Fail. This course is not a graduation requirement. SOC 1: Introduction to Sociology 3.0 units – 45 hours This course is a survey of social structure, theory, and its implications for individuals in a dynamic view of the environment. Cultures, family, organizations, groups, ethnic and political influences, and politics are the topics covered. SPC 1A: Introduction to Public Speaking 3.0 units – 45 hours The theory and techniques of public speaking will be addressed in this course. Emphasis on the logical organization and composition of informative and persuasive speeches and practice in clearly stating and developing ideas will be covered. Techniques and tools for confidence building and reducing anxiety are also included in this course. STC 3: Clinical Experience 1 5.0 units – 225 hours Under direct supervision, at the assigned clinical site, the student will perform non -sterile and sterile surgical case management duties. In conjunction with STC4, the student must participate in a minimum of 120 select surgical cases. Assignments may include the sterile processing department, preoperative holding area, surgery department, and the post-anesthesia care unit. A grade of C or higher is required to pass this course. STC 4: Clinical Experience 2 7.0 units – 315 hours Under direct supervision, at the assigned clinical site, the student will perform non -sterile and sterile surgical case management duties. In conjunction with STC3, the student must participate in a minimum of 120 select surgical cases. A grade of C or higher is required to pass this course. STL 1: Surgical Case Management Lab 2.0 units – 45 hours In this course students will practice the basic skills related to the principles of asepsis and the practice of sterile technique. The three phases of surgical case management are learned in the simulated operating room. Corresponds with STT 12: Surgical Case Management. A grade of C or higher is required to pass this course. STL 2: Basic Surgical Procedures Lab 2.0 units – 45 hours Building on the basic skills learned in STL 1, students will assimilate surgical case management into regular practice and carry out mock surgical procedures in the simulated operating room. A grade of C or higher is required to pass this course.