Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionIn this course, students will apply persistent hands-on practice in the skills lab. They will assimilate mastery of the basic to complex nursing skills based on following nursing concepts: medical and surgical asepsis, physical hygiene, vital signs, nutrition, body mechanics, elimination, fluid and electrolyte, acid-base balance and medication administration. Students will use the appropriate equipment and gain skill competency by practicing basic nursing skills in a safe, supportive and supervised environment in the on-campus skills lab. The student's competency as it relates to physical assessment, administration of blood products, venipuncture of all variation, and oxygenation will be assessed. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .Usually HeldThu 10:00am–11:25am, Thu 8:00am–9:40am, Thu 8:30am–9:55am, Thu 9:45am–11:25am 