NUR 402 — Transition Into Nur Practice
This final course applies program content and thinking through an in-depth study of current issues and trends affecting nursing practice in the 21st century. Concepts from the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing (NCLEX-RN®) test plan blueprint, used for entry into professional nursing are covered. The course ensures that students demonstrate NCLEX-RN® readiness for the examination through the use of practice exams, a national standardized exam, and tutorial resources for a comprehensive assessment and review for the licensing examination. In addition, students will explore the implications for the profession defined in The Future of Nursing Report from the Institute of Medicine (IOM). The role of the Associate Degree Nurse and the transition from student status to member of the profession will be explored.