Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025Class SizeNot publishedCredits10.5PrerequisiteCOMM C1000 and NURSE 400 with grades of "C" or better Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course applies concepts of safe and effective nursing care for diverse children, adults, and families, concentrating on healthcare needs on the wellness/illness continuum across the lifespan. It focuses on nursing management of the patient's response to health alterations as well as health promotion for childbearing and childrearing families through the application of nursing knowledge, nursing process, and evidence-based practice. The clinical experience is designed to facilitate the development of the core competencies of clinical practice: communication, leadership, patient-centered care, professionalism, safety, teamwork and collaboration, evidence-based practice, informatics and technology, and quality improvement. Emphasis is placed on family communication, patient education, teamwork and collaboration, clinical judgment, and management of care. Applied theory refers to the utilization of theoretical concepts in real-world situations or practical settings. This approach bridges the gap between theory and practice, allowing for the effective application of theoretical knowledge to real-life situations. The course consists of the following hours: theory 81, applied theory 199, clinical hours 125 and out of course work 164. Applied theory refers to the utilization of theoretical concepts in real-world situations or practical settings. This approach bridges the gap between theory and practice, allowing for the effective application of theoretical knowledge to real-life situations.Usually HeldThu Fri, Wed 9:30am–2:05pm, Wed 9:30am–2:20pm, Thu Fri 6:30am–3:30pm 