Vocational Nursing (VNSG)
VNSG 1105
NCLEX-PN Review
CRT HRS:1 LEC HRS:1 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:0
This course is a review of nursing knowledge and skills, study skills, stress management techniques, and test-taking strategies to prepare the graduate vocational nurse (GVN) to take the National Licensure Examination-Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.
VNSG 1160
Clinical I - A
CRT HRS:1 LEC HRS:0 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:6
This course is a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.
VNSG 1161
Clinical I - B
CRT HRS:1 LEC HRS:0 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:6
This course is a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.
VNSG 1162
Clinical II - A
CRT HRS:1 LEC HRS:0 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:6
This course is a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1230, VNSG 1234, VNSG 2331 and permission from the department.
VNSG 1230
Maternal-Neonatal Nursing
CRT HRS:2 LEC HRS:2 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:0
This course is a study of the biological, psychological, and sociological concepts applicable to basic needs of the family including childbearing and neonatal care and utilizes the nursing process in the assessment and management of the childbearing family. Topics include physiological changes related to pregnancy, fetal development, and nursing care of the family during labor and delivery and the puerperium. Emphasis is placed on the bio-psycho-socio-cultural needs of the family during the phases of pregnancy, childbirth, and the neonatal period including abnormal conditions.
Prerequisite: Completion of or Concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1261.
VNSG 1234
Pediatrics
CRT HRS:2 LEC HRS:2 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:0
This course is a study of the care of the pediatric patient and family during health and disease from infancy through adolescence. Focus is on the growth and developmental needs utilizing the nursing process.
Prerequisite: Completion of or Concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1261 and VNSG 1162.
VNSG 1261
Clinical II - B
CRT HRS:2 LEC HRS:0 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:10
This course is a health-related work based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1230, VNSG 1234, VNSG 2331 and permission from the department.
VNSG 1304
Foundations of Nursing
CRT HRS:3 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:0
This course is an introduction to the nursing profession including history, standards of practice, legal and ethical issues, and role of the vocational nurse. Topics include mental health, therapeutic communication, cultural and spiritual diversity, nursing process, and holistic awareness.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.
VNSG 1323
Basic Nursing Skills
CRT HRS:3 LEC HRS:2 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
In this course the student will master entry level nursing skills and competencies for a variety of health care settings. They will utilize the nursing process as the foundation for all nursing interventions.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program.
VNSG 1327
Essentials of Medication Administration
CRT HRS:3 LEC HRS:3 LAB HRS:1 OTH HRS:0
This course provides general principles of medication administration including determination of dosage, preparation, safe administration, and documentation of multiple forms of drugs. Instruction includes various systems of measurement.
Prerequisite: Admission to Vocational Nursing Program.
VNSG 1362
Clinical III
CRT HRS:3 LEC HRS:0 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:12
This course is a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in VNSG 2510 and permission from the department.
VNSG 1420
Anatomy and Physiology for Allied Health
CRT HRS:4 LEC HRS:4 LAB HRS:0 OTH HRS:0
This course is an introduction to the normal structure (anatomy)and function (physiology) of the human body including an understanding of the relationship of the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems in maintaining homeostasis.
Prerequisite: TSI College Ready in Reading.
VNSG 1500
Nursing in Health & Illness I
CRT HRS:5 LEC HRS:5 LAB HRS:1 OTH HRS:0
This course provides an introduction to general principles of growth and development, primary health care needs of the patient across the life span, and therapeutic nursing interventions.
Prerequisite: Admission to Vocational Nursing Program and concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1160 and VNSG 1161.
VNSG 1509
Nursing in Health and Illness II
CRT HRS:5 LEC HRS:5 LAB HRS:1 OTH HRS:0
This course provides an introduction to health problems requiring medical and surgical interventions.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of first semester of Vocational Nursing program and concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1261.
VNSG 2331
Advanced Nursing Skills
CRT HRS:3 LEC HRS:2 LAB HRS:4 OTH HRS:0
The student will master advanced level nursing skills and competencies in a variety of health care settings utilizing the nursing process as a problem-solving tool.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in VNSG 2510 and VNSG 1162.
VNSG 2510
Nursing in Health and Illness III
CRT HRS:5 LEC HRS:5 LAB HRS:1 OTH HRS:0
This course is a continuation of Nursing in Health and Illness II. Further study of medical-surgical health problems of the patient including concepts such as mental illness. Incorporates knowledge necessary to make the transition from student to graduate vocational nurse.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of second semester of Vocational Nursing Program and concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1362.