NURS 115 — LPN to RN Track
3 Lecture Hours, 3 Credits Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Nursing Program. And BIOL 105, PSYC 101, ENGL 101/ENGL 101E This course introduces the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to the role of the registered professional nurse (RN) and is the foundation for all subsequent nursing courses. The nurse’s role in promotion, maintenance and restoration of health is explored within the context of a research and practice-oriented profession in addition to teamwork, collaboration, and effective communication. Nursing trends, the teaching learning process and the art and science of caring are discussed. Legal and ethical aspects of the profession are explored. A component of this course will familiarize the student with technology utilized within RCSJ and the Nursing Program. NOTE: Upon successful completion of NURS 115 LPN-RN students will matriculate into generic track.