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Counseling & Career Services | 360.416.7654 | www.skagit.eduNursing (NURS)
Program Description
The Nursing (NURS) program at Skagit Valley College (SVC) prepares students for a lifelong career in nursing practice. Nursing is one of the most di-verse and exciting careers in today’s health care field. It provides unlimited opportunities and intangible benefits for those who enter the profession. Nurses are employed in a variety of settings including hos-pitals, extended care centers, home health care agen-cies, physicians’ offices, mental health facilities, and corrections. New technologies are continually devel-oping in the health care field, offering exciting and challenging career opportunities.
Nursing is a demanding, rewarding profession that requires strong communication skills, excel-lent problem-solving abilities, focused concentration when performing a task, attention to detail, the abil-ity to work well with others, and extensive knowledge of the sciences.
Programs/Campus Options
The Nursing programs at SVC are offered at two campus locations: Mount Vernon Campus and Whidbey Island Campus (located in Oak Harbor). The following nursing programs are available at these campus locations:
Mount Vernon Campus
• Registered Nurse - Full-Time • Nursing Assistant (NURS 120)
Whidbey Island Campus
• LPN to RN (second year Associate’s Degree in Nursing) – part-time • Practical Nurse – full-time and part-time
options
• Nursing Assistant (NURS 100)
Accreditation
Skagit Valley College’s nursing programs (RN and PN) are approved by the Washington State Department of Health Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission (NCQAC). The RN pro-gram is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). For further information, contact the organizations directly:
■ NCQAC - 111 Israel Road SE, Tumwater, WA 98501; 360.236.4700; www.doh.wa.gov ■ ACEN - 3343 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 850,
Atlanta, GA 30326; (404) 975-5000; www. acenursing.org
Nursing Curriculum
The curriculum includes a strong foundation in communication, biological and social sciences, gen-eral education and nursing courses. Students
inte-grate theory and practice throughout the nursing program by combining their classroom work with skills laboratory and clinical experiences. The cur-riculum model provides students with a solid foun-dation of knowledge and experience. The learning environment encourages students to develop a sys-tematic approach to problem solving and acquire the knowledge and skill to meet the health needs of the individual, the family and the community during health and/or illness. The nursing programs offer a multi-dimensional series of experiences. Application occurs in campus laboratories, simulation laborato-ries, classroom settings, acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, and community health care settings. During their education, students will log more than clinical hours and practice and simulation hours in lab preparing them for a successful career in nursing.
Nursing Program Website
For a more detailed overview about the Nursing program, specific program admission requirements, application documents, and deadlines go to SVC’s website/Nursing: www.skagit.edu/directory. asp_Q _pagenumber_E_219.
Nursing Program Options
Registered Nursing Associate of Technical Arts Degree (123-126 credits)
The RN – ATA degree prepares students who are highly educated, technically advanced, competent and caring individuals to practice professional nurs-ing in a variety of settnurs-ings. In addition, it may prepare students interested in pursuing a degree at the bac-calaureate level. The full-time program, located on the Mount Vernon campus, requires attendance in daytime lecture and lab classes, and both daytime and evening clinicals. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the examination for licensure as a reg-istered nurse (NCLEX-RN).
RN Program Agreement with WWU and UW Skagit Valley College has an agreement with the Western Washington University and the University of Washington Nursing Program-Bothell that al-lows the SVC graduate to transition into a Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree program after completion of the Associate Degree Nursing program at SVC. If interested, please contact an advisor at Western Washington University www.wwu.edu./ee/bsn or the University of Washington Bothell www.uwb. edu/nhs. Students should also indicate interest in this program to a SVC pre-nursing counselor. Practical Nursing to Registered Nursing (LPN to RN) ATA Degree (87-90 credits)
SVC offers a program for nurses who have graduated from a PN program and have a current Washington State LPN license. Located on the Whidbey Island Campus, the LPN to RN ATA
Degree program is part-time, focusing on the sec-ond year of the Associate Degree in Registered Nursing. Students complete the same RN program prerequisites, related education courses, and 6 quar-ters of nursing courses required for the ATA degree. The program was designed to create a pathway for PN graduates to move into high-wage, high-de-mand career opportunities in healthcare. Graduates of this program receive an Associate Degree in Registered Nursing and are eligible to apply for the State Licensing Examination (NCLEX-RN) for Registered Nursing.
Practical Nursing Certificate (75 credits)
The PN program prepares students for em-ployment as Practical Nurses in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, home healthcare agencies, schools and doctor’s offices. Graduates of the pro-gram are eligible to take the licensing examination to become licensed practical nurses (NCLEX-PN). There are two PN program enrollment options avail-able to students: full-time, or part-time/evenings and weekends. This program is only available at the Whidbey Island Campus.
Nursing Assistant Certificate
Nursing 100 (6 credits) - Whidbey Island Campus
The Nursing Assistant program (NURS 100) prepares students for employment as Nursing Assistants in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facili-ties, and home healthcare agencies. Additionally, this program prepares students for continuation on into practical or registered nurse programs. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the Washington State competency examination to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. This is a Washington State ap-proved, one quarter course offered evenings, requir-ing 35 hours of classroom instruction and 50 hours of clinical experience. Students must attend all sched-uled classes and clinical experiences to meet State certification requirements. This program is available on the Whidbey Island Campus only.
Nursing 120 (13 credits) - Mount Vernon Campus
The Nursing Assistant (NURS 120) program prepares students for employment as Nursing Assistants in hospitals, clinics, long-term care fa-cilities, and home healthcare agencies. Additionally, this program prepares students for continuation on into practical, registered nursing and medical assisting programs. Students will receive a certifi-cate for American Heart Healthcare Provider CPR, bloodborne pathogen training, First Aid, disaster preparedness and the seven hour HIV/AIDS train-ing certificate. Exam Preparation is incorporated to help students take the nursing assistant certification in Washington State. This is a Washington State ap-65 65
proved, one quarter course requiring 132 hours of classroom instruction and 66 hours of clinical experi-ence. Students must attend all scheduled classes and clinical experiences to meet State certification re-quirements. This program is available on the Mount Vernon Campus only.
Program Entry: RN and LPN to RN
Degrees
Enrollment is limited in all nursing programs. Admission into the Registered Nursing Program is based on a competitive/selective process. Students admitted to the LPN to RN program are selected from a waitlist application process. Entry into the nursing program occurs when the student begins the first nursing course.
All interested students must meet minimum qualifications in order to be considered for admis-sion. It is recommended that students attend a pro-gram information session to get questions answered and meet a pre-nursing advisor. Applicant’s to the nursing program must be a high school graduate or have passed the General Education Equivalency (GED®) exam.
Students seeking admission to any of the Nursing programs must first apply for admission to Skagit Valley College indicating the nursing program as your area of interest. Admission to the college does not guarantee acceptance into a specific nursing pro-gram. Take the college placement test (COMPASS) in math and English. In addition, applicants to the PN program must have a current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA), while applicants for the LPN to RN program must hold an active Washington State Practical Nurse License (LPN). The minimum quali-fications and program prerequisites for the LPN to RN program are the same as those stated for the RN program. Students will also need to submit a com-pleted Nursing Admissions Application form/packet with all appropriate documentation by the deadline indicated.
For a more detailed overview about the Nursing program, specific program admission requirements, application documents, and deadlines go to SVC’s website/Nursing: www.skagit.edu/directory. asp_Q _pagenumber_E_219
All interested students must meet minimum ac-ademic qualifications in order to be considered for admission. Minimum qualifications include: 3.0 or higher Science cumulative GPA in required Science prerequisites
■ Majors Cellular (BIOL& 211) ■ Human A & P I (BIOL& 241) ■ Human A & P II (BIOL& 242) ■ Chemistry (CHEM& 121) ■ Microbiology (BIOL& 260)
3.0 or higher cumulative GPA in all required Nursing prerequisites
■ English Composition I (ENGL& 101) ■ HMATH 100 or above
■ General Psychology (PSYC& 100) ■ Lifespan Psychology (PSYC& 200)
The following General Education Requirements must be completed prior to Graduation:
■ Interpersonal Communication (CMST& 210), or
■ Professional Communication (CMST 125) ■ Job Search (SOSC 113)
■ Employer/Employee Roles & Perspectives (SOSC 125)
Mount Vernon Campus
Associate in Technical Arts Degree
An Associate in Technical Arts degree (ATA) is awarded upon completion of a minimum of 90 credits of specified technical and related education course-work above the 100 level with both an overall 2.0 grade point average and a 2.0 grade point average in the technical major. Please note annual schedule: not every nursing course may be offered every quarter.SUGGESTED SCHEDULE ATA NURSING DEGREE
Includes required ATA courses. Student schedule may vary based on entry point, credit load, and prerequisites. Consult with department chair or SVC counselor for sched-uling options. This is a full-time schedule.
Prerequisite and general education courses required prior
to entering NURS 161: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate/license (NURS 100 or NURS 120); HMATH 100 or above, †ENGL& 101, CHEM& 121, CHEM& 211, BIOL& 241, 242, 260, PSYC& 100, and 200. These courses may
require prerequisites before taking.
Courses required by Graduation: CMST 125 or CMST& 210, SOSC 113 and 125. Students must receive a let -ter grade of “C” or bet-ter in all nursing prerequisite and general education courses and maintain a grade of “C” or higher while in the nursing program.
First Year
1st Qtr ... Cr 2nd Qtr ... Cr 3rd Qtr ...Cr
NURS 161 ... 12 NURS 162 ...12 NURS 163 ...12
Total ...12 Total ...12 Total ... 12
Second Year 4th Qtr ... Cr 5th Qtr ... Cr 6th Qtr ...Cr NURS 201 ... 12 NURS 202 ...12 NURS 203 ...12
CMST 125 ...3 SOSC 125 ... 2 SOSC 113 ... 1
or CMST& 210 ...5 ... ...
Total ...15-17 Total ...14 Total ... 13
LPN TO RN DEGREE (82-84 CREDITS) This is a part-time evenings and weekend program taking approximately 6 quarters to complete. There are prerequi-site and general education courses required prior to taking the nursing specific courses. Consult with the department chair or SVC counselor for scheduling options. 1st Qtr ... Cr 2nd Qtr ... Cr 3rd Qtr ...Cr NURS 211-E ...6 NURS 211-F ... 6 NURS 212-E ... 6
Total ...6 Total ...6 Total ... 6
Second Year 4th Qtr ... Cr 5th Qtr ... Cr 6th Qtr ...Cr NURS 212-F ...6 NURS 213-E ... 6 NURS 213-F ... 6
Total ...6 Total ...6 Total ... 6
Whidbey Island Campus
Program Entry: Practical Nurse
Certificate
Admission into SVC’s Practical Nursing Program is limited. Students are selected for admis-sion to the Practical Nursing program from the pro-gram wait list. All interested students must meet min-imum qualifications in order to be considered for ad-mission. Students seeking admission to the Practical Nursing program must first apply for admission to Skagit Valley College. Admission to the college does not guarantee acceptance into the nursing program. Take the college placement test (COMPASS) in math and English. Applicant’s to the nursing program must be a high school graduate or have passed the General Education Equivalency (GED®) exam. To make ap-plication to the PN program wait list, students must complete all prerequisites (see list below) with ‘C’ or better grades and hold a current CNA certifica-tion. PN Wait List Application Packets are accepted throughout the year. Questions about the require-ments or application process should contact the PN program assistant. Prerequisites for Entry: C or better grades in the following courses ■ Current CNA ■ A & P for LPN (NURS 136), or ■ Human A & P I (BIOL& 241) andHuman A & P II (BIOL& 242), or ■ A & P for Medical Assistant (AHE 106) ■ English Composition I (ENGL& 101) ■ HMATH 100 ■ Nursing Assistant/AIDS Education (NURS 100) and current Nurse Aide Certification ■ Students may request a waiver for NURS 100 if they have a current Nurse Aide Certification. PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM COURSE SEQUENCE: FULL-TIME DAY PROGRAM (53CR.) Fall ... Cr Winter...Cr NURS 101 ... 8 NURS 103 ...5 NURS 102 ...8 NURS 104 ...5 ... NURS 109 ...2 ... NURS 110 ...3 Total ...16 Total ... 15 Spring ... Cr Summer ...Cr NURS 105 ... 5 NURS 107 ...1 NURS 106 ... 5 NURS 108 ...1 NURS 111 ...2 NURS 113 ...2 NURS 112... 3 NURS 114 ...2 Total ...15 Total ... 6PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM COURSE SEQUENCE: PART-TIME EVENING & WEEKEND PROGRAM First Year Fall ... Cr Winter...Cr NURS 101 ... 8 NURS 102 ...8 Total ...8 Total ... 8 Spring ... Cr Summer ...Cr NURS 103 ... 5 NURS 104 ...5 NURS 109 ...2 NURS 110 ...2 Total ...7 Total ... 7 Second Year Fall ... Cr Winter...Cr NURS 105 ... 5 NURS 106 ...5 NURS 111 ...2 NURS 112 ...2 Total ...7 Total ... 7 Spring ... Cr NURS 107 ... 1 NURS 108 ... 1 NURS 113... 2 NURS 114 ... 2 Total ...6 66
Once accepted into any of the nursing programs, and prior to course registration, the following verifications must be provided:
■ Required immunizations (see website for cur-rent list)
■ Pass both an Illegal Substance-Drug Screen and Criminal Background check
■ Professional Liability and Malpractice Insurance (cost is included in student fees) ■ Medical Insurance coverage for
injury/sick-ness (strongly recommended but not currently required)
■ Attend a nursing intake session following noti-fication of acceptance
Certification/Licensure
Upon successful completion of the nursing certificate or degree program, Nursing program graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) for registered nursing or (NCLEX-PN) for practical nursing that is offered by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission. This computer-ized examination is individually scheduled at desig-nated testing sites. Successful completion of the ex-amination is required to be licensed as a registered nurse (RN) or practical nurse (LPN). Passing a na-tional licensing exam from the Nana-tional Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCLEX-PN for LPN and NCLEX-RN for RN) is required prior to working in the field, or pursuing advanced training and educa-tion (BSN, etc.).
Re-entry to Nursing Program
Students requesting re-entry to the Registered Nursing, LPN to RN, or PN programs must fulfill current readmission requirements as specified by the SVC Nursing Admissions Policy. Readmission is based on a space-available basis. A student who has been out of the Nursing program for more than one year must apply for re-entry into the beginning quarter of the program. Students will not be allowed to re-enter the SVC RN nursing program, either cam-pus, more than once. An exception will be made for student withdrawal due to military service.
Nursing Assistant Certificate
The Nursing Assistant program prepares stu-dents for employment as NA’s in hospitals, clin-ics, long-term care facilities, and home healthcare agencies. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) examination in Washington State to be-come a Certified Nursing Assistant.
The Nursing Assistant program is a Washington State approved one quarter course. The course in-cludes lecture, skills lab and direct patient care un-der the supervision of clinical nursing instructors. Students must attend all scheduled classes and clini-cal experiences to meet State certification require-ments. Students must perform in a safe and com-petent manner in the clinical area, complying with OBRA guidelines. Failure to do so may prevent the student from receiving a certificate.
Students gain knowledge and learn skills car-ing for patients of various age groups durcar-ing acute
and chronic stages of disease, surgery, and rehabili-tation, as well as how to maintain health during the normal aging process. Included in the curriculum are patients’ rights, basic bedside nursing skills, pa-tient/personal safety, HIPAA and HIV/AIDS educa-tion. Skills are practiced in the program laboratory. Clinical experience occurs in acute hospitals and/or skilled nursing facilities.
Schedule Options
Mount Vernon Campus Schedule
NURS 120 is offered on the Mount Vernon cam-pus. Winter offerings are held Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-9:30PM. Fall and spring offerings are held Monday and Wednesday 1:30-5:30pm and Friday 8:30-5:30pm. There are several day time labs that are ar-ranged by the instructor. Summer quarter offers a day-time class schedule with the days and time de-pendent on the instructor. Several long-term care fa-cilities are used for clinical experiences. Attendance at the first day of class is mandatory.
Whidbey Island Campus Schedule
Two sections of NURS 100 are offered during fall, winter, and spring quarters. Classes are held on Wednesdays 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM (day class), or 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (evening class). Campus labs are Fridays and/or Saturdays by arrangement. Clinicals are scheduled approximately during the third to sev-enth week of the quarter. Clinicals are held at a long-term care facility located in Coupeville. Clinicals and campus labs are arranged on the first day/evening of class. Clinical times and dates vary with alternating days and evening shifts, including weekends.
Entry into the NA Program
Students seeking admission to the Nursing Assistant program must first apply for admission to Skagit Valley College. Admission to the college does not guarantee acceptance into the NA course or any other nursing program. Registration to the NA pro-gram on the Mount Vernon campus is by permission only. On the Whidbey Island Campus, registration to the NA program is on a first-come, first-served reg-istration basis. Students need to be aware they must attend all scheduled classes and clinical time to meet State certification requirements.
Clinical experience is a required part of this pro-gram. Prior to participating in any clinical experi-ence, students must show proof of (details provided first week of class):
■ Negative TB test, OR chest x-ray and clearance by Health Care Provider.
■ Current Adult CPR card. If pursuing entrance into the LPN or RN programs, a current American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR card is required.
■ Pass a Background Check.
Students must successfully pass a background check. This process will be done prior to registering for the course on the Mount Vernon campus or in class on the Whidbey Island campus. The results of the disclosure search may prevent the student from completing the Nursing Assistant course. For more information about “disqualifying crimes,” please go to the Nursing program home page at SVC website.
The Nursing Assistant course is designed to comply with the Nursing Home Reform Act (OBRA 1987) and prepares candidates for the Nursing Assistant Certification in Washington. Students who successfully complete the course work and testing will receive a Certificate of Completion from DSHS and be eligible to take the NNA AP (National Nurse Aide Assessment Program) examination in Washington State. Students must be 18 to take this exam. The purpose of the examination is to make sure you understand and can safely perform the job of an entry-level Nursing Assistant.
Course Descriptions
NURS 100 Nursing Assistant/AIDS Education (6)
Focused toward the field of nursing. This is a State of Washington-Department of Health approved pro-gram for certified nursing assistant training. Students must arrive on time the first day/night of class and be in attendance at every class in its entirety. To receive the completion certificate, the student must pass the course and complete 35 mandated classroom hours and complete 50 mandated clinical hours. After re-ceiving the course completion certificate, the stu-dent can then take the state mandated written and skills test. The additional state fees for testing and endorsement are approximately $160. Prerequisite: A current Adult CPR card is required for NURS 100. LPN and RN courses require American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification OR success-ful completion of AHE 143. A current negative TB test is required. Students must be in attendance at every class session in its entirety. You must arrive on time the first day/night of the class. This is a State of Washington-Department of Health requirement for Certified Nursing Assistant training. The full hours of lecture, lab and clinical must be completed to re-ceive the certificate.
NURS 101 Nursing Fundamentals I (8)
Introduction to nursing as a profession, role of the licensed practical nurse, nursing process, pharmacol-ogy concepts, and fundamental skills of basic nursing care. Focuses on principles and skills necessary to meet the basic physical and psychosocial needs of pa-tients. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 136, ENGL 101, HMATH 100, and current CNA certification.
NURS 102 Nursing Fundamentals II (9)
Introduction to nursing as a profession, role of the licensed practical nurse, nursing process, pharmacol-ogy concepts, and fundamental skills of basic nursing care. Focuses on principles and skills necessary to meet the basic physical and psychosocial needs of pa-tients. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 136, ENGL 101, HMATH 100, and current CNA certification,
NURS 103 Nursing Care Medical-Surgical-Obstet Patients I (5)
Introduction to nursing care of patients with medi-cal-surgical conditions, patients requiring obstetrical 67
care and care of the newborn. Focuses on principles and skills necessary to meet the basic physical and psychosocial needs of patients throughout the lifes-pan. Adaptations to normal pregnancy, childbirth and the newborn are examined as well as common alterations. The female reproductive system, sexu-ally transmitted infections, and pain are examined. Concepts of lifespan, communication, culture, phar-macology, nutrition, safety, and health promotion are integrated throughout the course. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 101 and 102. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 109 required.
NURS 104 Nursing Care Medical-Surgical-Obstet Patients II (5)
Examines nursing care of patients with medical-surgical conditions of the cardiac, respiratory, uri-nary/renal, endocrine, and gastrointestinal systems. Focuses on principles and skills necessary to meet the multidimensional needs of patients throughout the lifespan including adaptation to pain, diabetes and alterations in fluid and electrolyte balance. Concepts of lifespan, communication, culture, pharmacology, nutrition, safety, and health promotion are integrat-ed throughout the course. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 101 and 102. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 110 required.
NURS 105 Nursing Care Multi Medical-Surgical Patients I (5)
Examines the nursing care of medical and surgical patients with multidimensional alterations in the lymphatic system, immune system, the hematologic system and the nervous system. Focuses on princi-ples and skills necessary to meet more complex physi-cal and psychosocial needs of patients throughout the lifespan. Nursing leadership and the expanded role of the LPN is examined. Concepts of lifespan, communication, culture, pharmacology, nutrition, safety, and health promotion are integrated through-out. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 103, 104, 109 and 110. Concurrent enroll-ment in NURS 111 required.
NURS 106 Nursing Care Multi Medical-Surgical Patients II (5)
Examines the nursing care of medical and surgi-cal patients with multidimensional alterations in mental health, grief and loss. Focuses on principles and skills necessary to meet more complex physical and psychosocial needs of patients throughout the lifespan. Adaptation to chronic illness, cancer and rehabilitation is examined as well as transition from student nurse to nurse. Concepts of lifespan, com-munication, culture, pharmacology, nutrition, safe-ty, and health promotion are integrated throughout. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 103 and 104. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 112 required.
NURS 107 Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing I (1)
Examines the advanced nursing care of patients with specialized medical-surgical conditions involving the visual and auditory systems. Complementary and alternative therapies and responsibilities of the
LPN related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse are examined. Role transition and nation-al licensing exam preparation is presented. Concepts of lifespan, communication, culture, pharmacology, nutrition, safety, and health promotion are inte-grated throughout. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 105, 106, 111, 112. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 113 required.
NURS 108 Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing II (1)
Examines the advanced nursing care of patients with specialized medical-surgical conditions in-volving the integumentary system including burns. The advanced nursing care of patients with trauma or shock and the role of the trauma nurse are explored. Bioterrorism, pandemic infections, and disaster pre-paredness are examined. Concepts of lifespan, com-munication, culture, pharmacology, nutrition, safe-ty, and health promotion are integrated throughout. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 105, 106, 111, 112. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 114 required.
NURS 109 Nurse Care Medical-Surgical-Obstet Practicum I (2)
Provides campus lab and clinical application of theo-retical concepts in the care of medical-surgical, and obstetrical patients. Focuses on patients experienc-ing surgery, pregnancy and childbirth; the normal newborn, in-patient hospitalization, and long-term care. Clinical experiences include acute and ambu-latory care settings, and long-term care facilities. Application of the concepts of lifespan, commu-nication, culture, pharmacology, nutrition, safety, and health promotion are integrated throughout. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 101 and 102. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 103 required.
NURS 110 Nurse Care Medical-Surgical-Obstet Practicum II (3)
Provides clinical application of theoretical concepts in the care of medical-surgical, and obstetrical pa-tients. Focuses on patients experiencing alterations originating from surgery and nursing care of patients with medical-surgical conditions of the cardiac, re-spiratory, urinary/renal, endocrine, and gastroin-testinal systems. Clinical experiences include acute and ambulatory care settings, and long-term care fa-cilities. Application of the concepts of lifespan, com-munication, culture, pharmacology, nutrition, safety, and health promotion are integrated throughout. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 101 and 102. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 104 required.
NURS 111 Nurse Care Multidi Medical-Surgical Practicum I (2)
Provides the clinical application of theoretical con-cepts in the nursing care of medical and surgical pa-tients with multidimensional alterations in the lym-phatic system, immune system, the hematologic sys-tem and the nervous syssys-tem. Nursing leadership and
the expanded role of the LPN is examined. Campus lab and clinical experiences focuses on nursing care principles and skills appropriate to Nursing 105 and allow the student to expand clinical skills and the nursing process while moving toward independent practice. Clinical experiences include acute and am-bulatory care settings, and long-term care facilities. Application of the concepts of lifespan, communi-cation, culture, pharmacology, nutrition, safety, and health promotion are integrated throughout. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 103, 104, 109, 110. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 105 required.
NURS 112 Nurse Care Multidi Medical-Surgical Practicum II (3)
Provides the clinical application of theoretical con-cepts in the nursing care of medical and surgical pa-tients with multidimensional alterations in mental health, and grief and loss. Adaptation to chronic ill-ness, cancer and rehabilitation is examined as well as transition from student nurse to nurse. Clinical ex-periences focus on nursing care principles and skills appropriate to NURS 106 and allow the student to expand clinical skills and the nursing process while moving toward independent practice. Clinical expe-riences include acute and ambulatory care settings, and long-term care facilities. Application of the con-cepts of lifespan, communication, culture, pharma-cology, nutrition, safety, and health promotion are in-tegrated throughout. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 103, 104, 109, 110. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 106 required.
NURS 113 Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing I (2)
Provides the clinical application of theoretical cepts of advanced medical-surgical nursing for con-ditions involving the visual and auditory systems. Responsibilities of the LPN in the clinical environ-ment related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse are examined. The precepted clini-cal experience focuses on nursing care principles and skills appropriate to NURS 107 and will allow the student to expand clinical skills and use of the nursing process while moving toward independent practice. Clinical experiences include acute and am-bulatory care settings, and long-term care facilities. Application of the concepts of lifespan, communi-cation, culture, pharmacology, nutrition, safety, and health promotion are integrated throughout. Practical nursing students only. Prerequisite: NURS 105, 106, 111, 112. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 107 required.
NURS 114 Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing II (2)
Provides the clinical application of theoretical con-cepts of advanced medical-surgical nursing for condi-tions involving the integumentary system, including burns, bioterriorism, pandemic infections, and disas-ter preparedness. Responsibilities of the LPN in the clinical environment related to the advanced nursing care of patients with trauma or shock, and the role of the trauma nurse are explored. The precepted clini-cal experience focuses on nursing care principles and 68
skills appropriate to NURS 108 and will allow the student to expand clinical skills and use of the nurs-ing process while movnurs-ing toward independent prac-tice. Clinical experiences include acute care, ambu-latory care, and long-term care settings. Application of the concepts of lifespan, communication, culture, pharmacology, nutrition, safety, and health promo-tion are integrated throughout. Practical nursing stu-dents only. Prerequisite: NURS 105, 106, 111, 112. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 108 required.
NURS 115 Nursing Assistant/Pre-Certificate Refresher (2)
This is a State of Washington supplemental Nursing Assistant course designed to reinforce the content and skills learned in NURS 100. The student will re-view theory and apply knowledge in the classroom and lab setting. Recommend registering for this course when registering for NURS 100. This course will commence immediately following completion of NURS 100. NURS 100 or a State of Washington Department of Health approved Nursing Assistant (NAC) program.
NURS 120 Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) (13)
Provides instruction in basic bedside nursing skills. This course is divided into three sections. Section One: Consists of CPR, bloodborne pathogens, HIV/ AIDS, First Aid and Fundamentals of Care Giving. Students will receive a certificate for American Heart Healthcare Provider CPR, bloodborne pathogen training, Red Cross First Aid, disaster preparedness and the seven hour HIV/AIDS training certificate. Section Two: provides hands on practical experi-ence in basic bedside nursing skills. The training program consists of the following: Fundamentals of Care Giving and bedside Nursing Assistant Care. Students receiving their NAC license are eligible for employment from a variety of health care facilities. Section Three: Exam Preparation is designed to help students take the nursing assistant certification in Washington State. The purpose of the Prep section is to provide hands on practical experience in basic bed-side nursing skills and to learn test taking strategies. After successful completion of the NAC NURS 120 course, students are eligible to sit for the NAC exam. Background check and drug screen and department chair permission.
NURS 136 Anatomy & Physiology (6)
Basic concepts of biology, chemistry and microbiol-ogy as they relate to the human body and study of the structure and function of each body system.
NURS 161 Fundamentals of Nursing w Practicum (MV RN): D (12)
Introduction to the concepts of person, health, en-vironment, and nursing which includes the foun-dation needed for basic nursing practice and more advanced study in nursing. Focuses on the well individual and normal physiologic functioning in-cluding an introductory review of basic alterations in health. Additional concepts basic to nursing prac-tice include: the art of nursing, safety, nutrition,
lifes-pan, health teaching, culture, caring, leadership, and ethical/legal aspects of practice. Therapeutic com-munication techniques are studied as well as basic knowledge in pharmacology. Also presented are the components of a complete multi-dimensional health assessment. Prerequisites: CHEM& 121, BIOL& 241, BIOL& 242, BIOL 260, ENGL& 101, HMATH 100 or above, PSYC& 100 and 200. Overall grade point average of 3.0 (B) required for all NURS 161 pre-requisite courses; AHA Healthcare Provider card, and current immunization status required.
NURS 162 Nursing Care Adult /Child Practicum I (MV RN) (12)
Examines nursing care of selected clients through-out the lifespan experiencing multidimensional al-terations originating from surgery, uncontrolled cell growth, alterations in the female reproductive sys-tem, sexually transmitted infections, and alterations in the integumentary system. Adaptations with nor-mal pregnancy, childbirth and the newborn are exam-ined as well as common alterations. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting adaptation and wellness. Prerequisite: NURS 161.
NURS 163 Nursing Care of Adult & Child w. Practicum II (MV RN) (12)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing multidimen-sional alterations in the cardiovascular, respira-tory, urinary, male reproductive, hematologic, and immune systems. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting ad-aptation and wellness. Prerequisite: NURS 162 with minimum C grade.
NURS 201 Nursing Care Adult/Child Practicum III (12)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan who are experiencing mul-tidimensional alterations in the musculoskeletal, neurological, sensory, endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients expe-riencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk new-borns is discussed. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting adaptation and wellness. Prerequisites: NURS 163 with grade of 2.0 (C) or higher.
NURS 202 Nursing Adult/Child IV (12)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing complex alter-ations in wellness across multiple systems. Nursing care of complex physical alterations in pediatrics
is also discussed. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting adap-tation and wellness. Prerequisite: NURS 201 with a 2.0 / C grade or higher.
NURS 203 Nursing Adult/Child Practicum V (12)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing multidimen-sional alterations in the gastrointestinal, genito-urinary, neurological, sensory, and endocrine sys-tems as well as care of patients experiencing men-tal health problems. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting ad-aptation and wellness. Prerequisite: NURS 202 with minimum 2.0 grade.
NURS 211E Nursing Care Adult/Child Practicum III-Part 1 (6)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan who are experiencing mul-tidimensional alterations in the musculoskeletal, neurological, sensory, endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients expe-riencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk new-borns is discussed. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting adaptation and wellness. *(Section one of a two-part course) Prerequisite: Current unencumbered Washington State LPN license.
NURS 211F Nursing Care Adult/Child Practicum III-Part 2 (6)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan who are experiencing mul-tidimensional alterations in the musculoskeletal, neurological, sensory, endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients expe-riencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk new-borns is discussed. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting adaptation and wellness. *(Section two of a two-part course) Prerequisite: Current unencumbered Washington State LPN license.
NURS 212E Nursing Care of the Adult/ Child IV-Part 1 (6)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing complex alter-ations in wellness across multiple systems. Nursing care of complex physical alterations in pediatrics is also discussed. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical 69
Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting adaptation and wellness. *(Section one of a two-part course) Prerequisite: NURS 211E and 211F with minimum grade of C in each.
NURS 212F Nursing Care of the Adult/ Child IV-Part 2 (6)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing complex alter-ations in wellness across multiple systems. Nursing care of complex physical alterations in pediatrics is also discussed. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting ad-aptation and wellness. *(Section two of a two-part course) Prerequisite: NURS 211E, 211F, and 212E with minimum grade of C in each.
NURS 213E Nursing Adult/Child Practicum V-Part 1 (6)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing multidimen-sional alterations in the gastrointestinal, genito-urinary, neurological, sensory, and endocrine sys-tems as well as care of patients experiencing men-tal health problems. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting adaptation and wellness. *(Section one of a two-part course) Prerequisite: NURS 211E, 211F, 212E, and 212F with a minimum C grade in each.
NURS 213F Nursing Adult/Child Practicum V-Part 2 (6)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing multidimen-sional alterations in the gastrointestinal, genito-urinary, neurological, sensory, and endocrine sys-tems as well as care of patients experiencing men-tal health problems. The concepts of Professional Behavior, Communication, Assessment, Clinical Decision Making, Caring Interventions, Teaching and Learning, Collaboration, and Managing Care are integrated throughout as means of promoting ad-aptation and wellness. *(Section two of a two-part course) Prerequisite: NURS 211E, 211F, 212E, 212F, and 213E with a minimum C grade in each.
