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NURS 1357: Role Transitions
Effective date
August 2022
Department
LPN Bridging to BSN
School
Health Sciences
Description
This course is designed to assist with the transition of the practicing LPN into the BSN role. Similarities and differences of the two professional groups will be studied and learners will expand on existing theoretical and practical knowledge of all aspects of professional practice. The interrelationship of research, theory, philosophy and practice is examined. Learners will be introduced to frameworks which will assist the LPN through the change of attitudes and beliefs necessary for a LPN to BSN role transition. Common transitions such as health/illness, developmental, organizational transitions and culturally safe care will be examined in the context of current LPN practice and new BSN perspectives.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
NURS 1399.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply a process of transition theory to self in the role of LPN to BScN.
- Compare and contrast the legal, ethical and professional roles and responsibilities of LPN and RN
- Synthesize research literature and web-based resources
- Analyze the relationship amongst philosophy, knowledge and nursing
- Discuss relational inquiry as a theoretical approach for nursing practice
- Examine the construct of transition as a midrange nursing theory
- Describe the theories foundational to relational inquiry
- Interpret culture and context relationally
- Demonstrates a professional presence with confidence, honesty, integrity, and respect in all interactions.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Total Hours: 30
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
Instructional activities for this course include the following: on line activities, case studies, group work, simulation lab, and clinical experiences. This course may be offered using a online/blended learning format. Active participation is a foundation of professional practice, critical thinking and capacity building.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C (60%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
100 |
4 assignments distributed throughout the course |
Course topics
- Bridges' Transition Theory - Transition Theory in Nursing Contemporary Nursing Practice - Scope of RN/LPN Evidence-Based Practice Introduction to Philosophy in Nursing Introduction to and theory of Relational Inquiry Issues and Challenges in Modern Nursing Practice Interpreting Culture Relationally
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.