SAN JUAN COLLEGE DEPARTMENT OF NURSING NURS 125 Nursing Concepts and Practice 1, 8 credits (5+9P)

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1 COURSE DESCRIPTION: SAN JUAN COLLEGE DEPARTMENT OF NURSING NURS 125 Nursing Concepts and Practice 1, 8 credits (5+9P) This is an introductory course to pre-licensure nursing, using the quality and safety education for nursing (QSEN) competencies which provide the organizing framework for the nursing program. The QSEN competencies are: Patient Centered Care, Teamwork and Collaboration, Evidence Based Practice, Quality Improvement, Safety and Informatics. Clinical opportunities are designed to facilitate application of fundamental concepts through care of diverse populations in a variety of settings across the health care continuum. This course requires a total of 135 hours of lab, simulation and clinical practice. PREREQUISITES: BIOL 234, BIOL 252 COREQUISITES: PSYC 120, BIOL 253 SEMESTER OFFERED: Fall San Juan College has adopted Common Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs) for all students in all classes at the college. The following are the San Juan College Common Student Outcomes: Upon successful completion of San Juan College programs and degrees, the student will demonstrate competency in Broad and Specialized Learning (L) Students will actively and independently acquire, apply, and adapt skills and knowledge with an awareness of global contexts. Critical Thinking (T) Students will think analytically and creatively to explore ideas, make connections, draw conclusions and solve problems. Cultural and Civic Engagement (A) Students will act purposefully, reflectively, and ethically in diverse and complex environments. Effective Communication (C) Students will exchange ideas and information with clarity in multiple contexts. Integrating Technologies (I) Students will demonstrate fluency in the application and use of technologies, information, or resources in multiple contexts. Student work from this class may be randomly selected and used anonymously for assessment of course, program, and/or institutional learning outcomes. For more information, please refer to the Assessment website ( 1

2 COURSE OUTCOMES: For patients with chronic health conditions across the lifespan, the first semester student: Patient-Centered Care (PCC) 1. Identifies supportive relationships to provide personal, individualized, compassionate care to meet patient needs and goals. (C,A) Teamwork and Collaboration (TC) 2. Recognizes the contributions of nursing and multidisciplinary teams respecting the unique and diverse expertise that team members provide. (C,A) Evidence Based Practice (EBP) 3. Discovers best current evidence with clinical practice to meet individualized patient needs and organizational goals. (L,T,I) Quality Improvement (QI) 4. Identifies care and process outcomes to support data driven decisions that improve the quality and safety of health care delivery. (L,T,I,A) Safety (S) 5. Describes measures to minimize risk of harm within the environment of care through organizational processes and individual performance. (L,T,I,A) Informatics (INF) 6. Identifies the use of technology to communicate, manage information, minimize error, and support decision making. (C,T,A) Professional Behaviors (PB) 7. Discusses principles of integrity and commitment to a professional work ethic and lifelong learning.(l,a) 2

3 EXPECTATIONS FOR CLINICAL PARTICIPATION: To successfully prepare for and participate in clinical experiences, the following expectations will be met. 1. Prior to each clinical, the student knows the location, date, time and contact information for the clinical rotation assigned. 2. All assigned clinical prep work must be completed prior to the start of the clinical. 3. The student will arrive prior to the start time in appropriate attire and with the essential equipment for the clinical. 4. If the student is unable to attend the clinical as assigned, the student must notify the faculty and any other appropriate contacts. 5. During the clinical, the student will perform in a manner to achieve the clinical objectives. 6. During the clinical, the student will maintain accountability for care given and protect patient rights and confidentiality (HIPPA). 7. Following the clinical experience, all required paperwork will be submitted to the appropriate faculty member on time. 8. Required to comply with San Juan College Department of Nursing clinical policies and requirements of the clinical sites. COURSE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Required to purchase all textbooks, workbooks, and lab materials. 2. Expected to attend class per attendance policy in Nursing Student Handbook. 3. Required to attend all laboratories and clinical experiences. 4. Expected to participate in class, laboratory, and clinical discussions and activities. 5. Expected to take all tests and/or quizzes on the announced dates. 6. Expected to complete and submit all written assignments on the announced due dates. 7. Required to purchase and wear approved student uniforms, shoes, dual-headed stethoscope, nursing scissors, and watch with second hand. 8. Required to review the San Juan College Department of Nursing Handbook and be familiar with all policies of the Nursing Department. 9. Expected to be prepared for all clinical experiences. 10. Expected to adhere to professional behaviors as outlined in the Nursing Student Handbook. 11. Expected to consistently meet all clinical outcomes. 12. Expected to consistently adhere to safety procedures and guidelines for patients, health care personnel, and self. 13. Expected to consistently provide safe physical and emotional support to his/her assigned patients and their significant others. 14. Expected to document all care provided in an approved, appropriate, and timely manner. 15. Required to achieve 100% proficiency on a math test prior to passing medications. The student will not be able to administer medications until they have passed the math test with 100% proficiency. (See Department of Nursing Student Handbook Nursing Program Policies/Program Progression #8) 16. Expected to check course and announcements daily. 3

4 SERVICE LEARNING: This course incorporates service learning assignments (see course instructions). HONORS: This course has an imbedded honors piece which requires instructor approval. Progression to future Nursing Honors classes requires a nursing exam average of 80% in this course (see course instructions). METHODS OF INSTRUCTION: lecture role playing sessions self-disclosure discussions online discussions discussion written and oral assignments laboratory demonstrations informatic systems guest lectures clinical activities laboratory practice handouts post-clinical conferences computer assisted modules audiovisual materials case studies clinical simulations METHODS OF EVALUATION: Quizzes and examinations Laboratory performance (Clinical Skills Proficiency Examinations and Clinical Simulations) Written and oral assignments Faculty observation in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical areas GRADING SCALE: A = 90% - 100% B = 80% - 89% C = 77% - 79% D = 70% - 76% F = BELOW 70% 4

5 GRADE DETERMINATION: Content exams: 70% Final exam: 20% Homework, quizzes, assignments: 8% ATI 2% Clinical Pass/Fail (see Department of Nursing Student Handbook/Classroom Policies) HONOR STUDENT GRADE DETERMINATION: Honor students will receive an additional 2% only after achieving a final grade of 77% or higher. *Eligibility to participate in Honors for the following semester requires an overall 80% grade on exams. STANDARDIZED TESTING POLICY: Students must achieve a level 2 on the ATI Assessment to receive all possible points for this component of grade determination. Grading will be as follows: Students receiving a level 2 or above on a proctored assessment will not be required to repeat the assessment and will receive full points. Students receiving below a level 2 on the first proctored assessment will be required to repeat the proctored assessment. o If the retake assessment produces a level 2 or above, the student will receive full points. o If the student receives a level 1 on the retake assessment, the student will receive half the points possible. o If the student fails to achieve a level 1, the student will receive no points in the 2% portion of the grade. o The 2% portion of the grade will be divided equally between the ATI examinations taken this semester. INSTRUCTOR CONFERENCES: 1. An instructor may request a conference with a student at any time. 2. Instructors will be available for student-requested conferences as often as the student feels necessary during the instructor's posted office hours or by appointment. 5

6 EXAMS & LATE ASSIGNMENTS : Exams are given at designated class times. Make-up exams are to be scheduled with the instructor and the student shall receive an alternate but parallel form of the exam. Students are required to complete and hand in all assignments on time, including clinical assignments. Penalties for late assignments are at the discretion of the instructor. Late assignments submitted without prior faculty approval will receive a maximum of 50% of the designated assignment points. These policies are outlined in the Department of Nursing Student Handbook under Late Assignments and Attendance. ATTENDANCE POLICY: Students with excessive class absences (defined as more than two), may be required to establish to the nursing school faculty and administration their absences have not impaired their learning and clinical functioning. Students appealing dismissal from the nursing program for attendance reasons may appeal that decision following the grade appeal process outlined for the Overriding Statements set forth in the Department of Nursing Student Handbook Program attendance policy is found in the Department of Nursing Student Handbook under Attendance. SECURITY OF NURSING EXAMINATIONS: All nursing course examinations are secured assessments, administered only in proctored settings. Any unauthorized viewing, copying, or other access of the course materials will be considered a Level Three infraction of the San Juan College Academic Honesty Policy. Students violating this policy will receive and "F" in the course and will be dismissed from the nursing program. Nursing course examination reviews may be permitted at the discretion of the nursing faculty following completion of the examination by the entire class. Any notes taken during exam reviews must be approved by faculty. COLLEGE POLICIES: The following information also applies to your work in this class. 1. Academic Accommodations American with Disabilities Act (ADA) If you believe you need academic accommodations due to physical or learning disabilities, you are encouraged to inform me as soon as possible. If you have special needs for campus emergency situations, please inform me immediately. You can also contact the college s disability advisor in the Advising/Counseling Center at The counselor can work with you in verifying your disabilities and developing accommodation strategies. 6

7 2. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Your personal information and grade are confidential. Aside from routine reporting to the college required for this course, I will not share such information with anyone unless I have your permission. 3. Academic Honesty Rules San Juan College expects all students to adhere to the Academic Honesty Rules as posted online: < These are the official guidelines for all classes at San Juan College (July 2006). 4. Student Conduct Statement College is preparation for professional opportunities, and professional conduct is expected in courses, including online classes, as well as any written communications, and interactions with members of the college community. As part of our learning community, students are expected to interact and communicate in a mature, respectful, thoughtful, and supportive manner. Students who demonstrate disrespectful, hostile, belittling, bullying or other disruptive behavior will be subject to potential consequences and possible dismissal from the college. The college will take appropriate action when students demonstrate threatening behavior (to others or self). Students should refer to the Code of Conduct in the Student Handbook for additional information. Developed: 10/21/09, revised 1/11/10, 12/8/11 F:\Nursing\Private\QSEN\Curriculum Work 2010_2011\NURS125\NURS125_Syllabus_2011Website 7