Introduction to Professional Nursing: Concepts for Transitioning to Practice (NUR 107)

This course introduces the licensed practical nurse (LPN) to the concepts of professional nursing practice building on previous knowledge and practice as the LPN transitions to the registered nurse role. The student identifies the wellness needs of the individual and community using clinical reasoning and judgement with integration of the nursing process needed for transitioning to the role of the registered nurse. Emphasis is placed on development of skills necessary for safe, client centered care that will prepare the student for success in the Nursing Program's curriculum. This course is subject to a course fee.

Prerequisites

The following courses must be taken prior to this course
BIO 131 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I with a minimum grade of C within 5 years
BIO 140 - Microbiology and Immunology with a minimum grade of C within 5 years
MAT 106 - Math Applications with a minimum grade of C within 5 years
PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology
Current LPN License
Final High School transcript with graduation date or equivalent on file at the College.
OPTION 1: TEAS Reading Comprehension score of 75% or higher, TEAS Total Composite score of 75% or higher, AND BIO 131 - Anatomy and Physiology I with a minimum grade of C, with ALL requirements completed within 5 years; or OPTION 2: TEAS Reading Comprehension score of 75% or higher, TEAS Total Composite score of 65% to 74%, AND BIO 131 - Anatomy and Physiology I or BIO 132 - Anatomy and Physiology II or BIO 140 - Microbiology with a minimum grade of B, with ALL requirements completed within 5 years.

Corequisites

The following courses must be taken along side this course
BIO 132 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II. May be taken prior or during course.
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