Title: Clinical Component:
Course: PRN 0092 Practical Nursing II > Section: Nursing Care for Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Clients

Nursing is an art and a science, which is based upon scientific principles, knowledge and skill.  The nursing process is utilized in giving safe and effective client care.  Under the supervision of the professional nurse and/or physician, the practical nurse, using the problem-solving method participates in the collection of data and collaborates in the implementation and evaluation of basic nursing care.  The practical nurse exhibits behaviors that demonstrate self-awareness, and also formulates appropriate interpersonal relationships.  Legal and ethical issues encountered in client care will be identified and responded to appropriately.

Practical nursing is based on caring behaviors and clinical competence.  The scope of practical nursing is technically oriented and centered on direct client care.  The holistic approach in health care delivery is accomplished by assisting individuals to achieve and maintain an optimal level of health and functioning.

Practical nurses provide direct care to patients in structured settings under the direction of registered nurses of physicians.  As members of the health care team, practical nurses are providers of care and communicators.  They also participate in patient teaching following an established plan.  The roles of the practical nurse include direct client care, leadership in designated areas and team membership within the discipline of nursing.

Clinical learning experiences are closely correlated with specific courses of study.  During the last portion of this course, students engage in advanced clinical practice to refine clinical skills and prepare for employment.

Students must complete the clinical component satisfactorily during each term beginning in the first term.  Practice in the nursing lab is mandatory in order to achieve clinical skills competencies.

The grading for the clinical activities utilizing the clinical rubric will account for 20% of the student’s overall grade.   Students must score at least 14 on the clinical rubric to pass the course.  Failure of the clinical component results in repeating the entire term.

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