Nursing Perspectives I

Catalog description

This course introduces the student to nursing as a profession and discipline. Content includes discussion of the roles of the professional nurse, the scope of practice, nursing history with emphasis on the holism philosophy that emanated directly from Florence Nightingale, professional organizations, and ethical/legal rights and responsibilities. Also addressed are introductory concepts leadership, holistic nursing, and culturally sensitive care including providing culturally competent spiritual care for diverse clients. Curricular concepts introduced include transition, critical thinking, communication (written and oral), and nurse as an instrument of healing. Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate Must be assigned one of the following Student Attributes: MIDAS Nursing Program College of Nursing Nursing