Subject
Course Number
Title/Description
Subject: ADN
Course Number: 2505
Nursing Preceptorship This nursing course is an elective for the Associate of Science nursing student in the final year of the nursing program. This course is designed to build on skills previously introduced and expose the student to an alternate clinical setting. In the Nursing Preceptorship, emphasis is on the use of the nursing process within that clinical setting. Clinical experience may be provided in a variety of settings and/or simulation. (Prerequisites: AS Advanced Standing Track (AST) student in the 2nd or 3rd semester of the program. Current CPR) (.5 hrs lec/5 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: NUPN
Course Number: 1410
Adult Nursing I This course provides students with foundational knowledge necessary to care for adult patients with chronic medical conditions and common surgical procedures. This course offers a holistic approach to nursing care, emphasizing evidence-based practice, clinical judgment, and effective communication in the healthcare setting. (Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Practical Nursing Program. Concurrent enrollment with other first semester practical nursing courses.) (4 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: NUPN
Course Number: 1420
PN Technical Skills I This course provides students with the foundational knowledge necessary to collect health data and provide interventions for adult clients with chronic medical conditions and common surgical procedures. (Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Practical Nursing Program. Concurrent enrollment with other first semester practical nursing courses.) (1.5 hrs lec/3 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: NUPN
Course Number: 1430
Medication Concepts This course introduces practical nursing students to the principles of pharmacology and safe medication administration. Emphasis is placed on drug classifications, mechanisms of action, therapeutic effects, side effects, and interactions. Students will apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, practicing essential skills such as preparing, administering, and documenting various medication routes. Basic math skills and metric conversions are reinforced for dosage accuracy. Hands-on practice and skill check-offs support the development of safe medication administration techniques. (Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Practical Nursing program. Concurrent enrollment with other first semester practical nursing courses.) (2 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: NUPN
Course Number: 1458
Practical Nursing Clinical I The course provides students with foundational knowledge necessary to care for adult clients with chronic medical conditions and common surgical procedures. This course offers a holistic approach to nursing care, emphasizing evidence-based practice, clinical judgment, and effective communication. (Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Practical Nursing Program. Concurrent enrollment with other first semester practical nursing courses.) (0 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: NUPN
Course Number: 1500
Nursing Trends This course emphasizes the history of nursing, health care systems, professional boundaries, legal and ethical issues, and standards of care. The Nurse Practice Act will be reviewed as related to the role of the practical nurse. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of first semester practical nursing courses. Concurrent enrollment with other second semester practical nursing courses.) (1 hr lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: NUPN
Course Number: 1531
Maternal Child Nursing This course introduces nursing care for childbearing families and pediatric clients. Students explore topics such as normal and high-risk pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum care, pediatric growth and development, and common childhood conditions. The course supports development of clinical judgment, health promotion, and family-centered care within the licensed practical nurse scope of practice. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of first semester practical nursing courses. Concurrent enrollment with other second semester practical nursing courses.) (2 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)