NSG2561 — Nursing as a Profession
This course is designed to introduce students to the nursing profession. Components addressed will include the evolution of the nursing profession, the image of nursing, the education and socialization of nursing, cultural competency and social issues of the nurse, nurse practice roles, and legal, ethical and health policy issues. NSG 2573/NSG 2573L. Basic Skills for Healthcare Providers. This course provides an introduction to the basic skills of nursing. Emphasis will be placed on foundational care provided to adults. The course structure includes 1 credit lecture and 2 credits skills lab. This course will be offered August Interim before courses begin in the fall.