This course is designed to facilitate the entry of the Licensed Practical Nurse into the second year of the Pennsylvania College of Technology Nursing Program. The focus of the course is directed toward assisting the practical nurse in making the transition to the registered nurse student role. Adaptation nursing theory and the nursing process form the foundation for the development of skills basic to practice as a registered nurse student.
Therapeutic communication is introduced.
Throughout this course, the role of the associate degree nurse as provider of care, communicator, client advocate, and educator are emphasized.