Course Descriptions - Spring 2007

BIO121 Anatomy & Physiology I Minimum Grade of: C and BIO122 Anatomy & Physiology II Minimum Grade of: C and ENG101 English Composition I Minimum Grade of: C and ENG102 English Composition II Minimum Grade of: C and PSY101 Introduction to Psychology Minimum Grade of: C and PSY110 Lifespan Psychology Minimum Grade of: C

The transition course is designed for students accepted for advanced placement into the third semester of the ADN Option. The course explores the NECC Nursing program, philosophy, objectives and holistic nursing care and nursing process. Nursing concepts designed to prepare the LPN for success in the program will be explored. This course must be successfully completed prior to enrolling into the second year of the ADN Option.

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BIO121 Anatomy & Physiology I Minimum Grade of: C and ENG101 English Composition I Minimum Grade of: C and PSY101 Introduction to Psychology Minimum Grade of: C and NUR111 Nursing Clinical I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR112 Nursing Lab I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR113 Pharmacology I Minimum Grade of: C

An introductory course which focuses on the foundational skills and principles needed to provide safe, holistic patient-centered care in basic nursing situations. Students will explore methods of optimal health promotion and disease prevention. Content includes nursing process, therapeutic interventions, culturally sensitive care, and the role of the associate degree nurse in a variety of healthcare settings.

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BIO121 Anatomy & Physiology I Minimum Grade of: C and ENG101 English Composition I Minimum Grade of: C and PSY101 Introduction to Psychology Minimum Grade of: C and NUR110 Nursing I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR112 Nursing Lab I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR113 Pharmacology I Minimum Grade of: C

This clinical focuses on fundamentals skills and principles of administering holistic nursing care to adult patients in a variety of healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on developing caring nurse patient relationships, utilizing nursing process, and providing personal care needs to a diverse population. Health maintenance strategies are also examined. PLEASE NOTE: CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and/or SORI (Sex Offender Record Information) checks are required prior to participation in this course.

BIO121 Anatomy & Physiology I Minimum Grade of: C and ENG101 English Composition I Minimum Grade of: C and PSY101 Introduction to Psychology Minimum Grade of: C and NUR110 Nursing I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR111 Nursing Clinical I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR113 Pharmacology I

This laboratory course focuses on developing competency in the fundamental nursing skills needed to provide holistic nursing care to adults. Emphasis is placed on safety, use of technology, data collection and varied documentation methods, including an electronic medical record.

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PNS110 Practical Nursing I Minimum Grade of: C or NUR110 Nursing I Minimum Grade of: C

Practical Nursing (PN), Nursing (ADN) Day

This introductory course provides the theoretical background that enables nursing students to provide safe, effective and holistic nursing care related to medications and natural products given to diverse patients throughout the lifespan. Basic concepts and techniques of dosage calculations and medication administration by a variety of routes will be explored. Learners will apply the steps of the nursing process when administering medications. Emphasis is placed on developing critical thinking skills when using pharmacological information sources and technology.

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NUR110 Nursing I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR111 Nursing Clinical I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR112 Nursing Lab I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR113 Pharmacology I Minimum Grade of: C

BIO122 Anatomy & Physiology II Minimum Grade of: C and ENG102 English Composition II Minimum Grade of: C and PSY110 Lifespan Psychology Minimum Grade of: C and NUR121 Nursing Clinical II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR122 Nursing Lab II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR123 Pharmacology II Minimum Grade of: C

This course focuses upon the holistic nursing care of the child-bearing and child-rearing family and the adult patient experiencing common health problems. The role of the associate degree nurse in the identification of health problems, risk assessment, health maintenance and restoration is explored and developed utilizing nursing process.

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NUR110 Nursing I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR111 Nursing Clinical I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR112 Nursing Lab I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR113 Pharmacology I Minimum Grade of: C

BIO122 Anatomy & Physiology II Minimum Grade of: C and PSY110 Lifespan Psychology Minimum Grade of: C and ENG102 English Composition II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR120 Nursing II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR122 Nursing Lab II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR123 Pharmacology II Minimum Grade of: C

This course continues to build on the theoretical and clinical foundation developed in Nursing level I courses. The focus is to further develop assessment skills and interventions appropriate to the associate degree nurse role to promote and restore the health of culturally diverse patients across the lifespan utilizing holistic nursing care and nursing prosess. PLEASE NOTE: CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and/or SORI (Sex Offender Record Information) checks are required prior to participation in this course.

NUR110 Nursing I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR111 Nursing Clinical I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR112 Nursing Lab I Minimum Grade of: C and NUR113 Pharmacology I Minimum Grade of: C

BIO122 Anatomy & Physiology II Minimum Grade of: C and ENG102 English Composition II Minimum Grade of: C and PSY110 Lifespan Psychology Minimum Grade of: C and NUR120 Nursing II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR121 Nursing Clinical II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR123 Pharmacology II Minimum Grade of: C

The laboratory course focues on developing more complex skills needed to care for the pediatric, maternity and adult populations. Experience with simulation and the use of the electronic medical record are integrated with skills development.

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NUR113 Pharmacology I Minimum Grade of: C

Practical Nursing (PN), Nursing (ADN) Day

This course builds upon the concepts introduced in Pharmacology I (NUR 113). The nursing student is introduced to the calculation methods and nursing concepts for safe and effective administration of medications via the peripheral IV route. The nurse's role in pharmacotherapeutics is explored in the context of both therapeutic and pharmacological medication classes. Emphasis will be placed on the therapeutic use of medications and natural products for diverse patients across the lifespan. The nursing process will be utilized to guide students as they provide holistic nursing care.

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NUR102 Nursing II Minimum Grade of: C

BIO220 Microbiology Minimum Grade of: C and PSY202 Developmental Psychology II: Adulthood & Aging Minimum Grade of: C and SOC101 Introduction to Sociology Minimum Grade of: C

This course focuses on the holistic approach to nursing care of the childbearing and childrearing family and the client experiencing physical and mental health problems. Students become more self-directed and independent in application of the nursing process and critical thinking. Teaching/learning principles are expanded to include the development of clinical conferences for peers. A variety of clinical settings are utilized in caring for clients and families from culturally diverse backgrounds. This course requires 12 clinical hours. NUR 203 Nursing III is part of the 2008/2009 Nursing curriculum. This course will not be offered after Fall 2009. PLEASE NOTE: CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and/or SORI (Sex Offender Record Information) checks are required prior to participation in this course.

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NUR203 Nursing III Minimum Grade of: C

NUR205 Issues in Professional Nursing Minimum Grade of: C and Humanities Elective Minimum Grade of: C

This course emphasizes holism in the nursing care of clients with complex health problems. Students integrate critical thinking concepts in the application of crisis intervention theory while caring for clients and families. A focus for this course is the application of delegation/leadership principles in the care of individuals and groups from culturally diverse backgrounds. Students utilize teaching/learning principles and lead clinical conferences. This course requires 15 clinical hours. NUR 204 Nursing IV is part of the 2008/2009 Nursing curriculum. This course will not be offered after Spring 2010. PLEASE NOTE: CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and/or SORI (Sex Offender Record Information) checks are required prior to participation in this course.

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NUR204 Nursing IV Minimum Grade of: C and Humanities Elective Minimum Grade of: C

Students critically examine contemporary issues and trends in nursing practice to facilitate effective transition into the professional role upon graduation. Topics include legal responsibilities, ethical decision-making and political forces affecting the practice of nursing. Emphasis is also given to the skills essential for successful entry into and retention in the profession of nursing. NUR 205 Issues in Professional Nursing is part of the 2008/2009 Nursing curriculum.

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NUR120 Nursing II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR121 Nursing Clinical II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR122 Nursing Lab II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR123 Pharmacology II Minimum Grade of: C

BIO220 Microbiology Minimum Grade of: C and SOC101 Introduction to Sociology Minimum Grade of: C and NUR211 Nursing Clinical III Minimum Grade of: C and NUR213 Pharmacology III Minimum Grade of: C

This course focuses upon the holistic nursing care of patients and families from culturally diverse populations with acute physical and mental health alterations. The course further develops the role of the associate degree nurse and continues to incorporate critical thinking in the development of a comprehensive plan of care. Emphasis is placed upon assessment and interventions for patients experiencing multiple health alterations. Interdisciplinary collaboration will be examined.

Cori/Sori Check Required, Open/Free

NUR120 Nursing II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR121 Nursing Clinical II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR122 Nursing Lab II Minimum Grade of: C and NUR123 Pharmacology II Minimum Grade of: C

BIO220 Microbiology Minimum Grade of: C and SOC101 Introduction to Sociology Minimum Grade of: C and NUR210 Nursing III Minimum Grade of: C and NUR213 Pharmacology III Minimum Grade of: C

This course builds on the theoretical and clinical foundation developed in Nursing Level II courses. The focus is on managing the care of groups of patients in collaboration with families and the health care team. Students use critical thinking to promote holistic, comprehensive care in the management of patients with physical and mental health alterations. PLEASE NOTE: CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and/or SORI (Sex Offender Record Information) checks are required prior to participation in this course.

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NUR123 Pharmacology II Minimum Grade of: C

Practical Nursing (PN), Nursing (ADN) Day

This course expands upon the foundational concepts provided in the Pharmacology I (NUR 113)and II (NUR 123) courses. The focus is on the role of the student in the safe and effective administration of medications and natural products to diverse patients throughout the lifespan. The nursing student will be introduced to the calculation and administration techniques of complex intravenous infusions via peripheral and central venous routes. Holistic nursing care and nursing process will provide the framework for administration of medications and natural products to patients with complex health alterations.

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NUR210 Nursing III Minimum Grade of: C and NUR211 Nursing Clinical III Minimum Grade of: C and NUR213 Pharmacology III Minimum Grade of: C

NUR205 Issues in Professional Nursing Minimum Grade of: C and NUR221 Nursing Clinical IV Minimum Grade of: C

This course emphasizes the holistic nursing care of patients and families from culturally diverse populations with complex physical and mental health problems. Focused topics include patients with multi-system failure, emergency and disaster preparedness, and the use of evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes. The course further develops the role of the associate degree nurse in synthesizing information for the implementation of a comprehensive plan of care. Interdisciplinary collaboration will be emphasized to evaluate patient outcomes.

Cori/Sori Check Required, Open/Free

NUR210 Nursing III Minimum Grade of: C and NUR211 Nursing Clinical III Minimum Grade of: C and NUR213 Pharmacology III Minimum Grade of: C

NUR220 Nursing IV Minimum Grade of: C and NUR205 Issues in Professional Nursing Minimum Grade of: C

This course builds on the theoretical and clinical foundation developed in Level III nursing courses. The focus is on interdisciplinary and holistic management of groups of patients with complex and/or unstable physical and mental health alterations. Within the role of the associate degree nurse the concepts of collaboration, delegation, and evidence-based practice are utilized to prepare the student for entry into practice. PLEASE NOTE: CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and/or SORI (Sex Offender Record Information) checks are required prior to participation in this course.

Northern Essex Community College

NUR010

Nursing Transition LPN to RN

NUR110

Nursing I

NUR111

Nursing Clinical I

NUR112

Nursing Lab I

NUR113

Pharmacology I

NUR120

Nursing II

NUR121

Nursing Clinical II

NUR122

Nursing Lab II

NUR123

Pharmacology II

NUR203

Nursing III

NUR204

Nursing IV

NUR205

Issues in Professional Nursing

NUR210

Nursing III

NUR211

Nursing Clinical III

NUR213

Pharmacology III

NUR220

Nursing IV

NUR221

Nursing Clinical IV