NUR-1010 Introduction to Nursing - RN

Credits 1
This is an introductory course to the professional nursing RN program. This course focuses on preparing the student for the rigorous study necessary for clinical nursing courses. Students are introduced to evidence-based learning methods to gain effective study habits, set personal and professional goals, identify stress and time management techniques, apply test-taking strategies, and develop critical thinking skills. The content of the course includes professional communication and behavior skills, cultural awareness, ethics, problem solving techniques, professional confidentiality, and a review of mathematical concepts leading up to an understanding of basic dose calculations. Upon satisfactory completion of this course and other prerequisites, the student is eligible to petition for admission into the Nursing RN Program.
Prerequisite(s): Please refer to admission criteria as noted in the catalog.
7 weeks/2 class hours.
Course Outcomes

Develop attainable personal and professional goals.
Demonstrate effective test taking strategies.
Demonstrate techniques in managing time and stress.
Identify key elements of effective professional communication, professional behavior, cultural awareness, and critical thinking skills.
Utilize mathematical concepts pertaining to ratio, proportion, and dimensional analysis while incorporating medical terminology.