NURS 1021 - LVN-RN Step-Up Role Transition

    Recent Professors
    Brittany Nelson, Robyn Akana, Dawn Jacobson, Sarah Slabaugh
    Recent Semesters
    Summer 2026
    Class Size
    10 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    BIO 2800 - Human Physiology Minimum Grade: C Condition: and Healthy/Safety: Additional: AND BIO 2600 - Microbiology Minimum Grade: C Condition: and Healthy/Safety: Additional: AND ENGL 1001 - College Composition Minimum Grade: C Condition: and Healthy/Safety: Additional: AND BIO 2700 - Human Anatomy Minimum Grade: C Condition: and Healthy/Safety: Additional:
    Summer 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is designed for the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) who is transitioning into the role of Registered Nurse (RN). Theory and application of concepts of physical assessment, the nursing process, critical thinking, and RN roles, responsibilities, skills, and competencies will be presented. This course provides an opportunity for the LVN to practice and develop new and refine previously learned skills and procedures necessary for advanced placement in the RN professional roles of clinician, teacher, leader, and advocate. Quality, safety, communication, and accountability are emphasized. (AA,CSU)
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed 12:00pm–4:00pm, Mon Tue Wed 8:00am–11:00am