Survey of Professional Nursing

Catalog description

This course introduces the student to nursing as a profession including the program philosophy, framework, and curriculum of the course of study at Xavier. Content includes the roles and values of the professional nurse, the scope of nursing practice, interprofessional collaboration, key issues in nursing history with emphasis on the holism philosophy that emanated directly from Florence Nightingale, professional organizations, ethical/legal rights and responsibilities, introduction to Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) competencies, and holistic nursing practice. Curricular concepts/skills introduced include development of self-awareness, informatics, critical thinking, and communication (verbal and written). Accelerated course for ABSN students only. Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Accelerated BS in Nursing Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Nursing - Accelerated Course Attributes: 100 Percent Online No Set Meet, Accelerated BSN College of Nursing Nursing