The student will provide direct patient care skills to patients of all ages. Emphasis continues to be placed upon basic care, safety, and comfort of patients with a focus on body mechanics, nursing procedures, pharmacology, medical mathematics, laboratory and diagnostic procedures. Emphasis is placed upon the role of the practical nurse in monitoring and administering medications and coordinating care for small groups of patients. Students will also complete the required number of hours working with an approved preceptor. Formerly PNG-1302.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites PNUR 12055, formerly PNG-1205, and PNUR 12110, formerly PNG-1210. Must complete all pre-requisites with a grade of "C" or higher.
Corequisites
Semester Offered
Summer only