NURS 151 - Nursing Fundamentals

    Recent Professors
    Janice G. Ankenmann, Karen J. Canepa, David A. Jensen, Regina Orozco, Megan N. McWilliams, Mary J. Baracco, Leigh E. Glasgow, Anissa Craig-Monroe
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    5.5
    Prerequisite
    Completion of BIOL-218 , BIOL-219 , BIOL-220 , PSYC-125 and ENGL-C1000 or ENGL-120B with a minimum grade of C.
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    The beginning in a series of courses that sets the framework for understanding and practicing the art and science of nursing which includes the nursing process, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, patient centered care, legal and ethical standards, professionalism, effective professional communication, teamwork and collaboration, evidence based practice/informatics, and the reduction of risk potential. Also included is review of basic nursing skills from the nursing prospective initially learned as a CNA, in addition to more advanced nursing skills that will be used in practice throughout the program.
    Usually Held
    Mon Thu 8:00am–10:30am