NURS 230 Everett Community College Fall 2018

Role Transition into Professional Nursing

Course Information
NURS 230
Section A
Fall 2018
9 Credits/180 Lab/Theory Hours

Instructor Information
Vanessa DePuente MN, RN
EVCC Nursing Faculty
vdepuente@everettcc.edu
425-388-9087
LBH 353

Office Hours
Fall 2018

Week Date Time

1 9/24 0800-1000
9/26 0800-1000
9/27 1200-1300
2 10/1 0800-1300
3 10/08 0800-1100
10/10 0800-1000
4 None None
5 10/22 0800-1100
10/24 0800-1000
6 10/29 0800-1100
10/31 0800-1000
7 11/5 0800-1300
8 11/13 0800-1000
11/14 0800-1100
9 11/19 0800-1300
10 11/27 0800-1200
11/28 0800-0900
11 12/3 0800-1200
12/5 0800-0900
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Co-Requisite(s)
NURS/PHIL 234: Ethics & Policy in Healthcare III
NURS/PSYC 235: Psychosocial Issues in Healthcare III
Students are required to pass all co-requisite courses in order to progress in the Nursing Program.

Course Description
This course is taught during the sixth and final quarter of the EvCC Nursing Program.

Addresses aspects of becoming a professional nurse through the exploration of personal values, nursing
ethics, legal accountability, power, politics, collective bargaining, and the business of the changing
contemporary healthcare system. Includes topics related to personal nursing practice, role transition,
stress management, and professional growth and maturation. Identifies and analyzes nursing
responsibility and accountability for alleviating suffering, promoting health and facilitating wellness for
individuals, families, groups, and communities. During the lab students have clinical experiences in a
selected site. In some situations staff nurses serve as mentors or preceptors.

Student Learning Outcomes

 Participate with the patient, family, significant others, and members of the healthcare team to
utilize the nursing process in the provision of patient-centered care.
 Demonstrate critical thinking skills in the delivery of patient-centered care to well and ill patients.
 Employ effective communication with patients, families, significant others, and other professionals
within the context of the healthcare environment.
 Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the legal and ethical framework of nursing.
 Create an environment that promotes caring and professionalism with consideration for the
patient’s cultural/societal beliefs and practices.
 Utilize scientific and evidence-based knowledge, regarding alterations in health, to guide actions
which promote and maintain patient-centered care.
 Demonstrate commitment, accountability, integrity, and discretionary judgment in their nursing
practice.
 Recognize their role in shaping healthcare delivery.

Course Objectives and Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Apply concepts of effective communication to the solution of conflict and other common situations
in the healthcare environment
2. Articulate a unique role as a member of the health care team and develop a personal plan for
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attaining short and long-term career goals

3. Evaluate nursing roles in assuring the coordination, integration, and continuity of patient-centered
care
4. Demonstrates understanding of leadership roles for quality healthcare outcomes.
5. Apply concepts of effective communication to the solution of conflict and other common situations
in the healthcare environment.
6. Examine healthcare roles in assuring the coordination, integration, and continuity of patient-
centered care

The following EvCC Core Learning Outcomes are also introduced or assessed in this course:
Core Learning Outcome
CLO #1: Engage and take
responsibility as active
learners
CLO #2: Think critically
CLO #3: Communicate
effectively
CLO #4: Participate in
diverse environments
CLO #5: Utilize
information literacy skills
CLO #6: Demonstrate
computer and
technology proficiency
If assessed, how is outcome measured?
Clinical Evaluation Tool: The student independently integrates evidence-based cognitive, affective,
and psychomotor skills to deliver care that meets planned outcomes. Scores S on all bolded criteria.
Attends class and actively participates as assessed by final attendance/participation points.
Clinical Evaluation Tool: The student employs the critical thinking process independently to formulate
and implement decision-making in nursing practice. Scores S on all bolded criteria.
90% of graduates will achieve the minimum score of 70% on the ATI Critical Thinking Exit Exam.
Clinical Evaluation Tool: The student independently establishes, maintains, and modifies
communication with clients, families, instructors, peers, and other healthcare team members utilizing
the principles of therapeutic communication. Collaboratively interacts with others through receptive
listening and a non-judgmental approach while demonstrating respect and genuine interest. Scores S
on all bolded criteria.
All clinical experiences occur in acute care settings where students work with individuals of all
backgrounds and are expected to address individual patient needs with attention to needs arising
from any vulnerability, including being a member of a racial/ethnic minority, low socio-economic
status, education and health status.
Students must continue to develop skills in utilizing appropriate databases to determine evidence-
based practice as demonstrated in care management and passing grades on class assignments
Students must manage technology in care of their patients increasingly independently, including
electronic medical records, infusion pumps, automated drug dispensing devices, vital sign monitors
and other patient care technology.

N 230 Clinical/Lab Course Description:

Clinical Experience in a selected site utilizing staff nurses as preceptors. Practice in clinical problem
solving utilizing case studies, simulation and classroom activities in the classroom or online venues.

Clinical Hours: 132 (Sixteen 8-hour shifts or Eleven 12-hour shifts)

Lab Hours: 48 (in class and Simulation lab)

Topical Outline:
N 230 activities are a combination of the clinical setting, simulation lab and case studies/learning
activities in the classroom. Discussion, assignments, and experiences will include the following:
 Nursing process
 Outcomes determination
 Communication concerns
 Cultural considerations
 Ethical considerations
 Discharge issues
 Teaching needs
 Community resources
 Psychosocial concerns
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 Psychomotor skill performance

Books and Materials

The Law Relating to Nursing Care. Washington State Nurse Practice Act. 18.79 RCW (Available online
www.wa.gov)
Requirements and Expectations
Teaching Methods
Teaching methods include, but are not limited to: discussion, case studies, quizzes, exams, in class
learning activities, demonstration, videos.

Attendance and Participation

Attendance is required at all course activities, as noted on the course calendar. Extenuating
circumstances which prevent the student’s attendance must be communicated to the appropriate
instructor via voice mail or personal communication. Loss of credit for the experience will result if the
student fails to notify the instructor. Multiple absences are grounds for course failure. Absence from
clinical/lab requires make-up of the experience, as determined by the clinical/classroom instructor.

Evaluation and Grading

94-100% = A 83-86% = B 73-16% = C 63-66% = D

90-93% = A- 80-82% = B- 70-72% = C- Below 62% = F
87-89% = B+ 77-79% = C+ 67-69% = D+

Assignments and Tests:

Assignment Points Percentage of Final Grade

IV Therapy Skills Module 25 3.5
Professional Goals Statement 25 3.5
Resume and Cover Letter 120 17.1
Candlelighting Thank you 15 2.1
Preceptor Interview 15 2.1
Culminating Project 200 28.5
Storytelling Journal 15 2.1
NCLEX study plan 50 7.1
Service to College/Community 25 3.5
Participation Points 140 20

Test Points Percentage of Final Grade

Math test 20 2.8
ATI Community Service 10 1.4
ATI Leadership and Management 10 1.4
ATI Pharmacology 10 1.4
ATI Critical Thinking 10 1.4
ATI Comprehensive 10 1.4
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Clinical Experience Grading:

Students are evaluated on the basis of criteria as stated in the evaluation tool, available on our Canvas
site. Input is received from clinical personnel, with the clinical instructor awarding the clinical grade.
At the time of the final clinical evaluation a rating of “S” MUST be attained in all bolded criteria for
successful completion of the course. Students should expect to be counseled frequently regarding
strengths and weaknesses. Formal written evaluation of each student will occur upon completion of the
final clinical practicum for the quarter.

Late Work
Late work will be accepted with a penalty. You will lose 5% of the assignment's worth per calendar day
it is late. The maximum penalty will be 20%. It is always better to turn in an assignment late than to not
turn it in at all. In fact it is much better.

Academic Integrity
Please review the Ethics Policy as outlined in the Student Handbook. If any plagiarism or academic
dishonesty is suspected the situation will be discussed with instructor and/or associate dean.
Consequences may include loss of points or dismissal from the program.

Support for Students

Diversity and Accessibility
Everett Community College is committed to the full inclusion of all students, and I welcome people of
all backgrounds, identities, and abilities in this class. My goal is to create an environment in which
everyone can participate and learn. Because of the diversity of beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences
all of us bring to this class, I expect you to interact with your peers in a spirit of generosity, mutual
respect, and understanding.

If there are aspects of this course that prevent you from learning or that exclude you, please speak
with me as soon as possible. Together we can develop strategies to meet both your needs and the
requirements of this course. I’m happy to talk confidentially after class or during my office hours.

You also have the right to request accommodation for a verified disability. For information and
assistance, contact the Center for Disability Services (located in Parks 267) for help documenting
specific needs you may have and determining appropriate accommodations.

Tutoring: The Tutoring Center is a safe, creative space where we help students become more
successful by employing a variety of tools such as, demonstrating processes, relating ideas, providing
resources, encouraging group work and welcoming questions.
Tutoring Center - Rainier 119
Monday - Wednesday 8:00am - 6:50pm
Thursday 8:00am - 4:50pm
eTutoring   - Click Login then select Western eTutoring Consortium

Writing Center: You can schedule an appointment with a writing assistant for a 25 or 50 minute
session. (You may make up to two appointments per week.) To schedule an appointment, stop by the
Writing Center (Gray Wolf Hall 150) during our hours of operation or call 425-388-9406.
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You can submit a draft of your paper for feedback, ask specific questions, and receive a response
usually within 24 to 48 hours. To submit your writing for feedback, go online to the eTutoring
Consortium  and follow the directions for logging in to eTutoring.

Library: Librarians are your friend. Call the Everett Community College Library at 425-388-9354 and
talk directly with our reference librarians during regular library hours. Or Online chat is available 24
hours a day, 7 days a week, including quarter breaks. For help finding research online through the
EvCC library try this LibGuide link.

eLearning: For technical and online learning concerns EvCC has an eLearning Center located at Gray
Wolf Hall 231B. You can call the eLearning Center at 1-866-575-9027 (or x9027 if on campus). Or
elearning@everettcc.edu.

Changes to the Syllabus

I have attempted to make this syllabus as comprehensive and accurate as possible, but I may
occasionally need to make small adjustments during the quarter. I will announce any changes in class
or notify you in writing.

Class Schedule
Week/Date Topic(s) Readings or Assignments
Week 1 Role Transition and Career Planning
Clinical Reason/Trans to Practice
Delegation and Decision-Making
Communication and Conflict Resolution
Math test
IV Lab
Week 2 Multi-Patient Prioritization Sim Resume and Cover letter- first
draft
Week 3 Leadership and Management
ATI Critical Thinking Professional Goals Statement
Week 4 Med-Admin Sim

Week 5 Role Transition to ambulatory care/community based Resume and Cover Letter- Final
nursing/community assessment/Quality Improvement Draft
ATI Leadership/Mgmt
Week 6 Cardiac Review
NCLEX study plan discussion
ATI Community Health
Week 7 Code Blue Sim
Week 8 NCLEX review
ATI Pharmacology
Week 9 No class Storytelling Journal
Culminating Project
Week 10 ATI Comprehensive Preceptor Interview
Candlelighting Thank you
Week 11 NCLEX Review Service Learning
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Quarter debrief/potluck NCLEX study plan

Student eval of precepting RN’s
Week 12 Candlelighting

Inclement Weather
Should there be weather conditions severe enough to cancel classes, students will be notified via
Canvas e-mail. Please register for emergency notifications at www.everettcc.edu/emergency.

Grade Appeal Process

Academic grievance procedures are found in the Everett Community College Student Rights and
Responsibilities at: www.everettcc.edu/files/students/student-activities/student-rights-responsibilities-
and-policies.pdf.