NUR 268 - LVN-ADN Transition

Credits: 4

Prerequisite: Entry into the traditional ADN program requires the following prerequisites: CHE 109 or CHE 101, BIO 210, BIO 211, BIO 111, NSC 128 Please see a nursing counselor to determine eligibility prior to enrolling.
Description: This is a 1 semester (18 week) course that gives the LVN an introduction to the ADN program; mission, values, goals, and graduate learning outcomes. Focuses on the concepts of safe, quality evidence-based care, critical thinking, caring, professionalism, leadership, collaboration/communication, and nursing informatics. Assists LVN’s with transition to the ADN program. 27 hours lecture and 144 hours laboratory/clinical. Completion of this course is a requirement for the LVN to gain entrance into the ADN program.

Transferable
Transferable to CSU only

General Education:
Not approved for General Education

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: Perform the role of the (3rd semester) nursing student administering safe, competent nursing care to a variety of adult med/surg patients within a family and community.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: Apply the nursing process to the plan of care and incorporate best practice standards based on clinical evidence into the care of adult patients experiencing complex medical/surgical conditions.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: Integrate analyses of multiple dimensions of patient-centered care of the adult med/surg patient with complex conditions.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: Communicate with faculty, other nursing students, and interprofessional teams and healthcare providers to promote positive patient outcomes using a variety of therapeutic and/or professional communication strategies.

Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 171
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 1.5
Clinical Hours In Class: 8