NURS 210 - Transition to Practice

3.0 Credits
Explores origins and history of nursing and the process of professional development. Emphasis on legal and ethical aspects of healthcare and skills needed to transition to practice. Prepares students for the job market and licensure examination. This course is to be taken in the final quarter of the program. Permit code required.
Prerequisite NURS 151 and NURS 152.
Corequisite NURS 220.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe the role of the practical nurse as a member of the healthcare team.
Discuss ethical, legal, political, cultural, and philosophical aspects of nursing practice.
Apply scientific and nursing knowledge and critical thinking skills via the comprehensive exam.
Demonstrate effective communication skills with peers and instructors.
Demonstrate understanding of collaboration.
Describe the nurse’s responsibility for professional development and career advancement through continuing education, degree progression, and technical literacy.