NUR 4050 - Role Transition

Credits: 4

This course prepares students to transition from a student nurse into professional nursing practice as a registered nurse. This course is a continuation and accumulation of prior nursing courses. Students will be introduced to leadership and advanced concepts related to the role of the professional nurse, a provider in patient-centered care, an advocate for patients and families, and a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. An emphasis is placed upon the utilization of evidence-based practice and informatics to promote safety and quality in healthcare delivery. This course also provides guidance to assist students in career development and planning.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 3600 and NUR 3650 or NUR 3500 and NUR 3550