RNUR 1090 - Professionalism in Nursing

Academic Division:

Health Sciences

Academic Discipline:

Registered Nursing

Assistant Dean: Leesa Cox, MBA, PTA

1 Credit(s)
Explores the development of professional nursing. Students are introduced to selected core nursing values, concepts, themes and theories which will be used as a foundation. The concepts of health and illness as influenced by psychological, social, cultural, ethical, and legal issues are examined. Nursing theories, the ANA Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, and Ohio Board of Nursing are explored. Semesters available: SU - Online P/NP

1 Lecture Hour(s);

Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RNUR 1010 , RNUR 1030 , RNUR 1050 ;

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course
Level Outcomes:

I. Develops basic skills in critical thinking as an integral component of the nursing process.

II. Applies the nursing process during implementation of nursing care for clients experiencing common stressors interfering with their ability to meet basic needs.

III. Integrate scientific and psychosocial principles into nursing practice within the context of the nursing process.

IV. Safely performs basic nursing procedures based on knowledge of biopsychosocial principles.

V. Utilizes interpersonal and therapeutic communication skills to establish cooperative relationships with clients, families, and health team members.

Upon successful completion of this course, the student shall:

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Integrates knowledge of nursing professionalism in practice. (I, II, III, IV, V)	Weekly discussion posting throughout the semester. Response to weekly discussion posting throughout the semester. Final Reflection Paper. Reflection paper and Discussion criteria measured per rubric.
2. Integrates understanding of the barriers that effect nursing professionalism. (I, II, III, IV, V)	Weekly discussion posting throughout the semester Response to weekly discussion posting throughout the semester. Final Reflection Paper. Final Reflection Paper. Reflection paper and Discussion criteria measured per rubric.
3. Demonstrates an understanding of nursing as a profession. (I, II, III, IV, V)	Weekly discussion posting throughout the semester Response to weekly discussion posting throughout the semester. Final Reflection Paper. Final Reflection Paper. Reflection paper and Discussion criteria measured per rubric.
4. Utilize critical thinking skills to analyze nursing professionalism. (I, II, III, IV, V)	Weekly discussion posting throughout the semester Response to weekly discussion posting throughout the semester. Final Reflection Paper. Final Reflection Paper. Reflection paper and Discussion criteria measured per rubric.
5. Demonstrates the importance of recognizing the influence of internal and external conflicts within the profession of nursing (I, II, III, IV, V)	Weekly discussion posting throughout the semester Response to weekly discussion posting throughout the semester. Final Reflection Paper. Final Reflection Paper. Reflection paper and Discussion criteria measured per rubric.
6. Determines ethical influences in professional nursing responsibilities, including boundaries. (I, II, III, IV, V)	Weekly discussion posting throughout the semester. Response to weekly discussion posting throughout the semester. Final Reflection Paper. Final Reflection Paper. Reflection paper and Discussion criteria measured per rubric.

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

Statement on Diversity
North Central State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.* Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal.

*Inclusive of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status (past, present or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, genetic information, or sexual orientation,

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