Practical Nursing

3½ Semester Program

Instructors: Brown, DenHartog, LaHann, Schmett

One certificate is available. Also see Business Technology for the Associate of Applied Science degree.

The Practical Nursing Program provides classroom, laboratory, and student nurse practicum instruction which prepare graduates for entry into the nursing profession.

The graduates are prepared to take the State Board examination for Practical Nurses. Successful completion of the exam results in licensure as a Practical Nurse.

Pre-Requisite Required Course:
(Course must be completed prior to acceptance into the program.)
HO 106          Medical Terminology                   2 cr
        OR
HCA 210         Medical Terminology
                and Communications                    2 cr

Required Courses:

HO 105          Introduction to Allied Health
                Careers                               2 cr
OT 170          Introduction to Computers             3 cr
PNUR 110        Basic Foundations of Nursing          3 cr
PNUR 110L       Basic Foundations of Nursing Lab      1 cr
PNUR 111        Structure and Function of
                  the Human Body                      4 cr
PNUR 112        Geriatric Nursing                     3 cr
PNUR 114        Clinical Foundations of Nursing I     3 cr
PNUR 116        Mental Health Nursing                 2 cr
PNUR 120        Medical/Surgical Nursing Theory       3 cr
PNUR 120L       Medical/Surgical Nursing I Lab        1 cr
PNUR 121        Clinical Foundations of Nursing II    4 cr
PNUR 122        Nursing of Children                   3 cr
PNUR 123        Drug Therapy for the Practical Nurse  3 cr
PNUR 124        Nutrition and Diet Therapy
                  for the Practical Nurse             2 cr
PNUR 125        Maternal Nursing                      2 cr
PNUR 130        Medical/Surgical Nursing II           3 cr
PNUR 131        Clinical Foundations of Nursing III   3 cr
PNUR 132        Newborn Nursing                       2 cr
PNUR 133        Intravenous Therapy for the
                Practical Nurse                       2 cr
PNUR 134        Management for the Practical Nurse    1 cr
PNUR 135        Introduction to Community Nursing     1 cr
                                              TOTAL: 51 cr

Courses

Every student is required to earn a grade of "C" or better in every class to be eligible for a certificate.

ACAD 102 First Year Seminar 1 credit. Provides an extended orientation to the university for new students. Utilizes presenters from various campus support systems, collaborative learning activities, and written assignments which involve students in resources and activities on campus. F, S

PNUR 110 Basic Foundations of Nursing 3 credits. A study of the principles of disease transmission; therapeutic communication; patient teaching, medication administration, the nursing process and basic clinical skills which provide the foundation for nursing practice. F

PNUR 110L Basic Foundations of Nursing Lab 1 credit.  Practical application of the nursing process and basic clinical skills which provide the foundation for nursing practice.  COREQ: PNUR 110.  F

PNUR 111 Structure and Function of the Human Body 4 credits. A study of the normal structure and function of body cells, tissues, organs and systems. F

PNUR 112 Geriatric Nursing 3 credits. A study of the normal and abnormal aging in the older adult. S

PNUR 114 Clinical Foundations of Nursing I 3 credits. Through hands on clinical experience in a variety of settings the student nurse will be exposed to the skills basic to nursing practice. S

PNUR 116 Mental Health Nursing 2 credits. The theory of psychiatric disorders and principles of nursing the mentally ill patient are presented. F

PNUR 120 Medical/Surgical Nursing I 3 credits. Introduction to various disease processes and how they affect the adult client. The theory of nursing care is provided. IV Therapy is included. COREQ: PNUR 120L. S

PNUR 120L Medical/Surgical Nursing I Lab 1 credit.  Clinical application of nursing interventions and procedures learned in Medical/Surgical Nursing I.  COREQ: PNUR 120.  S.

PNUR 121 Clinical Foundations of Nursing II 4 credits. Introduction to the basic physical and emotional needs of clients (children and adults) in a variety of health care facilities. Students can apply the nursing process in patient situations, beginning with basic nursing care and moving to more complex patient situations. This includes nursing care and application of drug therapy. S

PNUR 122 Nursing of Children 3 credits. The disorders of childhood and the principles of pediatric nursing will be presented. Normal growth and development of the child will be incorporated throughout. S

PNUR 123 Drug Therapy for the Practical Nurse 3 credits. The study of drugs and their actions as related to patient care in nursing practice. F

PNUR 124 Nutrition and Diet Therapy for the Practical Nurse 2 credits. The principles of basic nutrition and the application of diet therapy for the ill patient. F

PNUR 125 Maternal Nursing 2 credits. The theory and principles of the nursing care of the pregnant client. S

PNUR 130 Advanced Medical/Surgical Nursing II 3 credits. The theory and principles of the nursing care of the critically ill adult client. Su

PNUR 131 Clinical Foundations of Nursing III 3 credits. The theory and principles of the nursing care of the critically ill in real situations. Su

PNUR 132 Newborn Nursing 2 credits. The theory and principles of the nursing care of the newborn. Su

PNUR 133 Intravenous Therapy by the Practical Nurse 2 credits. Study of principles and practice of intravenous therapy for the Practical Nurse. Subjects include fluid and electrolyte balance, acid-base balance, paranteral solutions, infection control relating to IV therapy, central venous access, intravenous nutritional support, and clinical skills relating to intravenous therapy. S

PNUR 135 Introduction to Community Nursing 1 credit. Advanced training for the Practical Nurse in the community setting is offered. Emphasis is on collaboration with other disciplines and members of the health care team. Further development of skills in sound judgment, effective communication, and assessment in the community setting is included. Documentation and legal/ethical considerations of community nursing are presented. F

PNUR 199 Special Topics 1-8 credits. This course is designed to address the specific needs of individuals. It will enable the students to upgrade their technical skills through part-time enrollment in units of instruction that are currently available through the program's full-time pre-employment curriculum. Permission of the instructor is required.

HO 106 Medical Terminology 2 credits. Body systems approach to theory and application of medical terms including anatomical, pathological, surgical and diagnostics as well as appropriate abbreviations. Coursework must be completed prior to admission. Course is required for graduation.

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