NRS 200 - LPN-ADN Transition

Institution:

Somerset Community College

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Description:

Hours: 3 Course ID: 004334 Facilitates the transition of licensed practical nurses into the nursing mobility program by building upon previous knowledge, attitudes, and cognitive and psychomotor skills using strategies of adult learning. Orients the student to the philosophy and organizing framework of the ADN Program and assists the practical nurse to make the role transition to registered nursing. Emphasizes essential concepts and beginning problem-solving skills required for registered nursing practice. Upon successful completion of all components of NRS 200, the student will be admitted to NRS 203 and earn eight (8) credit hours for NRS 101 and eight (8) hours for NRS 102 for a total of sixteen (16) credit hours. Prerequisite: Admission to nursing program; BIO 137, BIO 139, and (MT 110 or MT 150 or higher mathematics courses) with a grade of C or better; ENG 101 computer literacy, oral communications course, (PY 110 or PSY 100) and PSY 223. Lecture: 2 credits (30 contact hours); Laboratory: 1 credit (45 contact hours). Component: Laboratory, Lecture

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.somerset.kctcs.edu/

Phone Number:

(877) 629-9722

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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