This practical course builds on the theory and practice from Levels One and Two or Access. Through classroom, laboratory, simulation, and other practice experiences, learners will continue to develop and practice comprehensive nursing assessment, planning and developing knowledge and interventions for clients experiencing multiple health challenges.
Prerequisites
NURS 2007 or NURS 2107.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Comprehensive Health Assessment: Assessment and care of the mental health client, Assessment and care of the postpartum client, Assessment and care of the newborn.
- Clinical Decision Making: Applying the nursing process with clients across the lifespan, Applying clinical decision making tools to clients across the lifespan, Lab (diagnostic) values, Incorporating evidence-informed practice, Incorporating clinical practice guidelines, Analyzing and interpreting data, Individualizing nursing care plans across the lifespan
- Nursing Interventions: Risk management, Surgical wound management (assessment cleansing and irrigation), Assessment of insertion sites ( including PIC and CVC lines), Infusion therapy 1, Blood and blood products (checking client identification, monitoring infusion, responding to blood reactions), Catheterization
- Medication administration: Mental health medications across the lifespan, Pediatric/maternal medications, Pain management of: the mental health client, The maternity client, the Pediatric client Immunizations across the lifespan
- Context-specific reporting and documentation Leadership competencies
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70305 |
September 3, 2026 to October 29, 2026 |
Lecture Lab |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.