Study of the general principles of prevention of illness and disease, basic microbiology, and the maintenance of aseptic conditions. Provides the beginning vocational nursing student clinical opportunities to practice therapeutic communication skills and basic nursing skills within the framework of the nursing process. The basic concepts of critical thinking and beginning caring behaviors are emphasized as the student explores the roles of the vocational nurse.
Clinical emphasis is directed toward providing basic care of the elderly client.
Study of the importance of professional growth. Topics include the role of the licensed vocational nurse in the multi-disciplinary health care team, professional organizations, and continuing education. The course will also include content related to beginning leadership and management skills and legal and ethical concerns affecting the practice of vocational nursing. Utilization of the nursing process in the assessment and management of the childbearing family. Study of childhood diseases and childcare from infancy through adolescence.