PNR 180 - Nursing Seminar

Class: 1 Lab: 6 Credits: 3
This course provides for the refinement of nursing skills and organizational skills using the nursing process. Legal and ethical aspects of practical nursing and the exploration of career opportunities are emphasized.

Prerequisite(s): Take COL 101, ENG 101, PSY 201, BIO 112 and MAT 110 or MAT 120 with a minimum grade of “C”. Take PNR 110, PNR 120, PNR 121, PNR 130, and PNR 140 with a minimum grade of “B”.

Corequisite(s): PNR 154

Course Topics:

Students are required to complete 60 hours of clinical.
Management of a caseload of patients in the clinical setting.

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Website.

Required Materials:
• Nursing Uniform as outlined in the Practical Nursing Program Handbook
• Spartanburg Community College Practical Nursing Student Handbook- Current academic year
• SCC Student Planner and Handbook- Current academic year
• ATI-PN Material

Grading System:
An overall grade of B or higher is required for transferability

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Apply and integrate appropriate critical thinking skills and knowledge in the care of the adult population with acute life-threatening illnesses or chronic medical-surgical needs.
Participate in the nursing process to provide individualized, safe, and effective nursing care in a structured setting under supervision; to include documenting (according to institution policies) disease processes, medication effects treatments, etc. in timely manner.
Practice appropriate professional behavior, accountability, responsibility, and verbal and non-verbal communication skills with clients, significant others, and all members of the healthcare team.
Reinforce and/or implement the teaching plan developed and delegated by the registered nurse to promote the health of individuals, incorporating teaching, and learning principles.
Demonstrate an environment of confidentiality, caring and support of the client’s decisions regarding culture, values, beliefs, and lifestyles through an interdisciplinary approach.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies that include:

Identity Verification
Required materials for all online courses
Mandatory Attendance Requirement
Orientation and Support
Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard Course Policies on the following topics:

Academic Integrity
Add/Drop period
Attendance
Classroom Conduct
Equal Access
IT Access
Online Behavior
Online Confidentiality
Services For Students with Disabilities
Student Concerns
Student Help Services
Withdrawals

Official Course Syllabus
2022-2023