NURS 2030 - LPN to RN Transition Course

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Nursing

Description:

Emphasis is on role transition from LPN to RN, nursing process as well as the role and competencies of the associate degree nurse. Concepts will include: nursing scope of practice, holistic assessment, clinical decision making, collaboration, communication, managing care, teaching and learning, accountability, advocacy, ethics, evidence based practice, legal issues, quality improvement and safety. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Utilize the nursing process to demonstrate holistic, individualized care to patients and their families. 2. Incorporate all concepts within the domain of nursing to provide safe care. 3. Communicate effectively while providing therapeutic care. 4. Collaborate with all members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide therapeutic care. 5. Maintain professional mannerisms while adhering to standards of nursing practice, health policy, and quality improvement measures. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University LPN to RN Program (AAS). Corequisites: NURS 2035. FA

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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