Recent ProfessorsNot yet assignedRecent SemestersNo scheduled sections on recordClass SizeNot publishedCredits2PrerequisiteNURS 072A, NURS 072B, and NURS 072S Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionFacilitates the nursing student's entry into the profession of nursing. Topics include current issues, trends and leadership theories in the registered nurse's scope of practice in an ever-changing health care delivery system. Included is the delineation of the major functions of professional nursing organizations, accountability in nursing practice (quality improvement and risk management), identification of socio-political factors as well as leadership and management issues influencing professional nursing practice and their nursing implications. Legal and ethical concepts and responsibilities related to registered nursing practice are further considered. This is a non-clinical course. Internet and PC computer access with chrome web browser required in order to utilizes online NCLEX test preparation software, skills videos and to complete course materials utilizing word, excel and PDF documents. 