NUR 1009 - Fundamentals of Nursing

6 Credits

Nursing 109 introduces the fundamental concepts necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to a diverse patient population while integrating legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Introduces caring, critical thinking, the nursing process, quality improvement, and communication used when interacting with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team, and relates evidence-based nursing practice. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and a variety of clinical settings providing care to stable patients with common health alterations. Note: This course was previously listed as NUR 109.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 2101, ENG 1021, PSY 2440, HPR 1010 with a grade of “C” or better

Corequisite(s): NUR 1012, BIO 2102, and MAT 1120