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NUR 300 RN to BSN Transition

This introductory course builds on prior education and provides foundational knowledge on the role of a baccalaureate-prepared nurse. Emphasis is placed on the expanded role of the professional nurse, theoretical models, evidence-based practices, and patient-centered healthcare. Students begin to create a professional portfolio, which is further developed throughout the curriculum.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: None

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Course Number and Title:

NUR 300 RN to BSN Transition

Campus Location

  • Dover
  • Georgetown
  • Stanton

Effective Date

202551

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: None

Course Credits and Hours

3 credit(s)

3 lecture hours/week

0 lab hours/week

Course Description

This introductory course builds on prior education and provides foundational knowledge on the role of a baccalaureate-prepared nurse. Emphasis is placed on the expanded role of the professional nurse, theoretical models, evidence-based practices, and patient-centered healthcare. Students begin to create a professional portfolio, which is further developed throughout the curriculum.

Additional Materials

NA

Required Text(s)

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Disclaimer

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Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Discuss theories and concepts from nursing and other sciences and disciplines that broaden the foundation of knowledge used to address practice issues and inform clinical judgment. (CCC 2, 5, 6; PGC 1, 3)
  2. Demonstrate personal well-being through behaviors that promote wellness and assist with the management of personal and professional responsibilities. (CCC 4; PGC 2)
  3. Articulate personal and professional values that reflect commitment to lifelong learning, and safe, ethical nursing practice. (CCC 1, 4; PGC 2)
  4. Explore the role of the nurse as an advocate for health care change that promotes safe, evidence-based, equitable health care practice. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4; PGC 3, 5, 7)
  5. Employ professional behaviors, communication techniques, and technology to support interprofessional collaboration in the delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4; PGC 4, 6, 7)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Discuss theories and concepts from nursing and other sciences and disciplines that broaden the foundation of knowledge used to address practice issues and inform clinical judgment.
    1. Relate nursing knowledge and knowledge from other sciences and disciplines to the practice of nursing.
    2. Explain the influence of nursing theory on professional nursing practice.


  1. Demonstrate personal well-being through behaviors that promote wellness and assist with the management of personal and professional responsibilities.
    1. Discuss the importance of personal wellness in the ability to deliver safe nursing care.
    2. Determine self-care behaviors that promote wellness and resiliency.


  1. Articulate personal and professional values that reflect commitment to lifelong learning, and safe, ethical nursing practice.
    1. Explore personal beliefs and values related to professional nursing practice.
    2. Determine personal bias and its impact on the ability to provide ethical, equitable patient-centered care.
    3. Develop a personal philosophy of nursing.
    4. Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development.


  1. Explore the role of the nurse as an advocate for health care change that promotes safe, evidence-based, equitable health care practice.
    1. Demonstrate leadership behaviors that embrace principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
    2. Advocate for equitable, safe, patient-centered care within the interprofessional team.
    3. Identify strategies to improve outcomes of patient care.


  1. Employ professional behaviors, communication techniques, and technology to support interprofessional collaboration in the delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
    1. Use collaborative strategies as a member of the interprofessional team to support safe patient care.
    2. Demonstrate constructive communication strategies to manage conflict and promote positive professional working relationships.
    3. Use information and communication technology to support safe, equitable, patient-centered care.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Evaluation Measure

Percentage of final grade

Formative Assessments:

Discussion Boards (3 - 10% each)

30%

Journal (Summative)

10%

Wellness Plan (Summative)

10%

Conflict Management Group Project (Summative)

10%

QSEN Case Study (Summative)

10%

Personal Nursing Philosophy Paper (Summative)

30%

TOTAL

100%

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

  1. Integrate nursing knowledge and knowledge from the sciences and other disciplines to inform clinical judgment.
  2. Demonstrates commitment to personal and professional growth, lifelong learning, and leadership opportunities that support safe, ethical nursing practice.
  3. Apply skills of inquiry, analysis, and information literacy to advance nursing research and support evidence-based nursing practice.
  4. Apply informatics and healthcare technologies to support the delivery of safe, equitable patient care in a variety of healthcare settings.
  5. Advocate for the delivery of safe, equitable patient care through effective systems-based practice, quality improvement, and engagement in the health care policy process.
  6. Direct compassionate, holistic patient-centered care through assessment and prioritization of healthcare needs, patient advocacy, interprofessional communication, collaboration, and delegation.
  7. Analyze the social determinants of health for diverse populations to improve equitable population health outcomes.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

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