NVN-70 — Advanced Vocational Nursing Foundations-Role Transition

Prerequisite: NVN-62 and NVN-63.

Description: Emphasis is on guidance regarding vocational nursing opportunities and on responsibilities in making the transition to the provider of care and a member of the discipline of nursing to the role of the licensed vocational nurse. The dynamics of the group process and its application to the management of ancillary health team members and groups of clients at various stages of the life cycle with common health-illness problems and need for assistance in meeting basic human needs. Leadership and supervision skills for the Licensed Vocational Nurse in structured health care settings. In-depth review of the Vocational Nurse Practice Act, and legal and ethical issues in vocational nursing practice. 18 hours lecture. (Letter Grade only)