NURS 115 Introduction to Nursing
This course socializes students to the roles/functions/expectations of the nurse. This course provides an introduction to nursing history and current views of nursing as a discipline; including various types of nursing occupations and educational requirements. Scholastic expectations required to complete a program of study in nursing are introduced as well as professional expectations of the practicing nurse. The following core concepts related to nursing practice are presented: the caring nature of the nursing profession; the importance of critical thinking and clinical judgment; legal, ethical and cultural issues in nursing; the need to understand human motivation and behavior; and use of the nursing process.
Offered
Spring