NUR - Nursing

Course introduces the profession of nursing and provides the rationale for the relationship of basic science and nursing. Content focus is on improving basic academic skills with emphasis on reading and communication in nursing, as well as time management, stress management, and study skills, Part of three tandem courses required for continuing into the Associate Degree Nursing program.

Course introduces the student to professional nursing practice and health promotion that recognizes patient preferences, culture and values. The course helps students to develop concepts of nursing care. The nursing process and role of the registered nurse are emphasized as students assist patients to maintain and promote health. Students will develop therapeutic communication, perform health and physical assessments, and demonstrate basic nursing skills. Students will examine evidence based practice (EBP) nursing standards with a focus on safety. Nursing skills are taught in the nursing lab and the college’s Simulation Hospital, and implemented in health care facilities.

Course allows students to apply concepts of professional nursing practice and health promotion. The nursing process is emphasized as students assist patients with alterations in basic human needs and adaptation to acute and chronic health conditions. The course focuses on applying the nursing process with respect to patient preference, values and needs. Students will implement therapeutic communication, assessment techniques, and the application of intermediate nursing skills. Principles of Evidence Based Practice (EBP) will be presented in relation to safe nursing care. Nursing skills are taught in the nursing lab and the college’s Simulation Hospital, and implemented in health care facilities.

Course focuses on care of the patient from conception through adolescence. The nursing process will be utilized and adapted in implementing and coordinating patient centered care, and critical thinking. Students will experience being a member of the healthcare team, develop effective communication skills, utilize technology and incorporate care that promotes patient safety. Principles of evidence-based practice (EBP) will be explored and applied to patient care. Nursing skills are taught in the Nursing Lab, the college's Simulation Hospital, and implemented in health care facilities.

Course focuses on care of the patients with chronic illness. The nursing process will be utilized and adapted in implementing and coordinating patient centered care, and critical thinking. Students will experience being a member of the healthcare team, develop effective communication skills, utilize technology and incorporate care that promotes patient safety. Principles of evidence-based practice (EBP) will be explored and applied to patient care. Nursing skills are taught in the Nursing Lab, the college's Simulation Hospital, and implemented in health care facilities.

Course introduces the concepts of pharmacotherapeutics in nursing practice. Students will learn principles of pharmacology, how to convert units and safely calculate dosages. Characteristics of medications/classifications applicable to NUR 104 will be evaluated. Medication administration nursing responsibilities including safety, monitoring and teaching are emphasized.

Course introduces the concepts of pharmacotherapeutics across the lifespan. Students will learn principles of pharmacology from conception to birth, specific to the pediatric populations, and related to the geriatric population with a focus on chronic conditions. Characteristics of medications/classifications applicable to NUR 109 and NUR 110 will be evaluated. Medication administration nursing responsibilities including safety, monitoring and teaching are emphasized.

Course emphasizes the role of the LPN. This course incorporates and builds on previous nursing courses for the acquisition and application of geriatric/mental health nursing theory necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care while integrating legal and ethical responsibilities of the Practical Nurse. This course must be completed by the student in the program with the intent to meet eligibility requirements to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurse. Nursing skills are taught in the nursing lab and the college’s Simulation Hospital, and implemented in health care facilities.

Course assists the LPN in understanding the comprehensive role of the registered nurse as specified by the philosophy and curriculum of the Oakton College Associate Degree Nursing Program. Content provides learning experiences to evaluate and enhance the LPN’s knowledge of nursing concepts and performance of nursing skills. Clinical experience provides opportunities to demonstrate theoretical knowledge in selected areas.

This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to, and experiential learning opportunity in, perioperative nursing. Students will be exposed to the knowledge and skills required to provide safe, patient-centered care in the operating environment. Clinical component allows students to work in multidisciplinary teams in the care of the perioperative patient. Students will focus on strategies that foster communication and quality patient care.

Course introduces the concepts of pharmacotherapeutics in acute and critical care medical-surgical nursing. Students will learn principles of pharmacology related to critical care, acute care, and management of health alterations. Characteristics of medications/classifications applicable to NUR 215 will be evaluated. Medication administration nursing responsibilities including safety, monitoring and teaching are emphasized.

Course focuses on care of the adult patient in the acute and critical care settings. Content includes utilizing the nursing process related to the role of the registered nurse in integrating and coordinating patient centered care. Students will experience being a member of the healthcare team, evaluate communication skills, utilize technology and incorporate care that promotes safety. Evidence based practice (EBP) will be examined and applied to patient care. Nursing skills are taught in the nursing lab, the college’s Simulation Hospital, and implemented in health care facilities.

Course allows the student to practice the concepts of patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication across the health care continuum. The focus is on the coordination and synthesis of patient care in both the community and behavioral health setting. The student will apply principles of pharmacology specific to these patient populations. The student will refine and strengthen nursing judgment utilizing evidence-based practice (EBP) in an interdisciplinary setting. Learning will take place in a variety of health care settings and the college’s Simulation Hospital.

Course allows the student to practice the concepts of patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication across the health care continuum. The focus is on the coordination, management and delegation of patient care. The student will refine and strengthen nursing judgment utilizing evidence-based practice (EBP) in an interdisciplinary setting. Students will be introduced to management concepts. Quality Improvement and trends in nursing practice will be explored. Learning will take place in a variety of health care settings and the college’s Simulation Hospital.