Transcript title
CWE Nursing II
Credits
1-10
Grading mode
Pass/No Pass grades
Total contact hours
30-300
Other hours
30-300
Prerequisites
admission to the nursing program and LPN status and department approval.
Course Description
Provides an opportunity for nursing students who possess an unencumbered LPN or RN license to obtain college credit for providing direct patient care while employed in a long-term or acute-care facility. Requires formal reflection on how the work experience supported student’s learning and professional goals. Thirty hours of documented LPN/RN work equals one credit. A maximum of 1 credit may be awarded per term for each of the 6 terms of the AAS nursing program. P/NP grading.
Course learning outcomes
1. Engage in a clinical experience that builds on nursing knowledge and skills previously attained and practiced in the students' course of study.
2. Apply clinical and professional communication concepts in the care of patients from diverse backgrounds in various health care settings.
3. Enhance the development of professional skills through critical thinking, collaboration, time management, and prioritization appropriate for the clinical setting.
Content outline
- Review of professional portfolio including job description, level and variety of tasks, skills performed, and description of healthcare environment.
- Submission of formal reflection on how work experience will supports the student’s learning and professional goals.
Required materials
None.
