This course explores the history of nursing. Theories of role development, professional behaviors and clinical judgment will be examined. Students will be introduced to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Essentials of Baccalaureate Nursing, New Jersey Board of Nursing regulations, Healthy People 2020 Objectives, and Quality and Safety Education in Nursing and Patient Safety. The roles of designer of care, provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession will be explored within the larger health care system.
Prerequisites
NURS 215 is for BSN and PHHP students only