PNUR 105 - Concepts Related to Practical Nursing Practice(A, SP)

Institution:

Columbus State Community College

Subject:

Description:

The student is introduced to the concepts of leadership and management including styles of leadership, assertive versus aggressive communication, appropriate delegation, conflict management, change theory, and motivational concepts. Course content and discussion includes concepts related to the legal scope of practice of the LPN in Ohio, entry into practice including resume writing and interviewing for a position. The clinical experience provides for a practicum which includes the opportunity for the students to apply these concepts while caring for groups of clients while under the supervision of a registered nurse instructor or registered or licensed practical nurse preceptor. In addition, content will be presented on caring for clients in community-based health care facilities. To enhance knowledge of continuity of care and the role of the practical nurse in the community, students will have observation experiences in various community healthcare settings as a part of the practicum. Transition of the student into the practice of practical nursing with information about the NCLEX-PN and application for licensure is included.

Credits:

5.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.cscc.edu/

Phone Number:

(614) 287-5353

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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