Professional Nursing Practice

Catalog description

Using LPN or military equivalent experience as a base, students learn about the scope and practice of the registered nursing profession. Examines the role of the nurse in the health care team including communication and collaboration. Applies legal, ethical, and safety principles to the practice of nursing. Explores current federal and state laws, practice standards and organizational regulations that impact healthcare delivery and nursing practice. Identifies the importance of economic resources, ethical principles, and evidence-based practice in improving quality and safety to achieve optimal patient outcomes in a variety of healthcare settings. Ohio LPN license or military training transcripts, or military rank equivalency required. A minimum of 25 class hours. This is a blended course containing both face-to-face and online elements.