NUR 200 Foundations of Professional Nursing

Prerequisite: Admission to the Nursing Major or permission of the instructor. Completion of BIOL 104, BIOL 204, CHEM 100 (or CHEM 101), PSY 101. 

The course teaches the student the basic principles of the nursing profession that are foundational to providing safe and competent client care. Topics include an introduction to nursing, professionalism, leadership, systems-based practice, information technology, communication, teamwork and collaboration, safety, quality improvement, evidence-based practice and client centered care.  Lecture will enable students to achieve course outcomes.