This course provides expanded concepts related to nursing care for individuals experiencing common complex alterations in health. Emphasis is placed on the nurse s role as a member of a multidisciplinary team and as a manager of care for a group of individuals. Upon completion, students should be able to provide comprehensive nursing care for groups of individuals with common complex alterations in health. Clinical nursing experience provides the opportunity to foster increasing independence. This course presents an overview of current trends and issues in nursing as they affect nursing practice in a changing health care environment.
Emphasis is placed on making an effective transition into the roles of the practicing nurse.
Upon completion, students should be able to articulate professional aspects of the practice of nursing. Students have the opportunity to practice ethical decision-making in the classroom setting. Emphasis is placed on the planning, procurement, movement, and storage of materials. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and techniques related to materials management. Topics include production to demand with perfect quality, no unnecessary lead times, elimination of waste, developing productivity of people, and the quest for continuous improvement.