NURS 300 - Transitions to Professional Nursing

Course content focuses on the application of recognized standards of practice and performance, emphasizing safety and quality improvement initiatives. The foundations of professional practice development include the impact of accountability, autonomy, and decision-making on diverse nursing roles. Interprofessional communication and collaboration, along with their connection to leadership, evidence-based practice, and the development of critical reasoning skills, are integrated throughout the course.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

1. Describe the evolving role of the BSN-prepared nurse in healthcare delivery.
2. Integrate professional nursing standards and QSEN competencies to guide safe decision-making and patient advocacy in diverse healthcare settings.
3. Analyze elements of communication, collaboration, and leadership, as a member of the interprofessional health care team.
4. Evaluate a nursing theory and articulate its application to evidence-based practice.
5. Explain accountability for lifelong learning, professional development, and continuous improvement in nursing practice.