Course

Pharmacology in Clinical Nursing Practice

Description: An introduction to the basic principles of pharmacology with a focus on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and therapeutic implications for major drug classifications, including complementary alternative therapies and over-the-counter preparations. Emphasis on medication administration guidelines, application to clinical nursing practice, safety, and adverse effects of medications. Approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) for occupational education units for a total of 45 contact hours. California BRN provider number 00100. 54 hours lecture. (Letter grade, or Pass/No Pass option.)

  • 3.00 Units
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Limitation on enrollment: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in a Vocational or Registered Nursing program

Introduction to Critical Care Nursing

Description: Designed to prepare the Registered Nurse for specialized high acuity, progressive, and critical care nursing, using best practices, in meeting the needs of critically ill patients and their families, while improving patient outcomes. The course focuses on global perspectives in the care of critically ill patients; theory and scientific principles related to the following systems: cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, neurological, gastrointestinal, endocrine, hematological, and multiple organ dysfunction; organ procurement; end-of-life; specialized procedures and equipment. 90 hours lecture. (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass) Approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing for continuing education units. Provider number 00100. (Letter grade or Pass/No Pass option)

  • 5.00 Units
  • Prerequisite: None.
  • Limitation on enrollment: Completion of a Registered Nursing Program.

Prepare for Success-Nrs School

Description: Provides an introduction to and facilitates success in the Riverside City College School of Nursing programs. Introduces the concept of a program of study, clarifies expectations, and informs students of campus-wide resources. Includes study and test-taking strategies, organizational and time-management skills, and other behaviors of the self-regulated learner. 27 hours lecture. (Letter Grade) Approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing(BRN) for occupational education units for a total of 22.5 contact hours. California BRN provider number 00100. (Letter grade only)

  • 1.50 Units
  • Prerequisite: None.