NURS 211 Foundations of Nursing Practice

The focus of this clinical nursing course is on the beginning application of core competencies and core knowledge to create a foundation for nursing practice. Emphasis is on scientific rationale, critical thinking and competence in the implementation of skills within the nursing process. Intervention strategies focus on primary and secondary prevention. Physiological, psychological, sociocultural, developmental and spiritual variables are introduced as they relate to the nursing process. Clinical learning experiences occur in the simulated laboratory setting as well as various client care settings with emphasis on the provider of care role. (1 lecture hour/week, 6 clinical hours/week).