I. Course Title: Professional Nursing Skills I
II. Course Number: NURS 305
III. Credit Hours: 2 credits
IV. Prerequisites: NURS 340, NURS 303
V. Course Description:
Students develop the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective nursing skills necessary
to practice safely and competently across the lifespan. Students are provided the
theoretical basis for professional nursing skills and the course is offered in an
integrated lecture/skills practice format.
(1 credit lecture, 1 credit skills practice)
VII. Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate competency and accuracy in performing dosage calculations and medication
administration. (PO 1,2,6)
- Apply the nursing process and competent nursing skills to patient care situations.
(PO 1,3).
- Integrate knowledge and skills in informatics and patient care technology in the delivery
of patient-centered care. (PO 2,6)
- Demonstrate professionalism, therapeutic communication, and cultural awareness when
using nursing skills. (PO 1,6)
VIII. Date of Syllabus Approval: 10-10-05
Revised: 3-19-10, 7-6-10, 9-9-11, 12-7-12, 10-17-14