NUR 2140 Foundations of Nursing Practice
Beginning with a historical overview of the advancements of the nursing profession, students will be introduced to a variety of foundational concepts central to the practice of nursing. Students will learn about the core Quality and Safety in Nursing Education (QSEN) competencies as the basis for safe, quality patient centered care. Students will utilize a spirit of inquiry to examine an identified patient safety concern. Principles of servant leadership, the framework of the Catholic Healthcare Ministry, and philosophies and theories guiding nursing practice will be explored. Students will have the opportunity to reflect on these concepts as well as examine personal values and beliefs, conscious and unconscious bias to develop their personal philosophy of nursing.
Prerequisite
Admission to the program