This course is designed for the LVN-BSN student to expand clinical skills in order to achieve competencies required in professional nursing practice. The student applies critical decision making process and scientific principles to safely perform clinical skills in a laboratory setting. Course fee required. Nursing Concepts and Theories Theories and concepts related to nursing as a discipline are presented.
Emphasis is on the four main concepts of person, environment, health, and nursing.
Course assignments facilitate development of critical thinking skills, written communication skills, self-awareness, and professional values that are fundamental to the profession. Course fee required. Health of the Older Adult Theories and concepts related to gerontologic and nursing principles are presented within the framework of critical thinking and caring. The focus is on high level wellness through nurturant, protective, and generative interventions with an emphasis placed on assessment of the vulnerable older adult population. Course fee required.