NU 440 Professional Nursing Practice II

Credit, four hours.
The clinical course for the RN student provides practical experience in a variety of clinical settings based on the individual student’s learning needs and goals. The student will apply the nursing process within the theoretical/conceptual frameworks learned in NU 420. Professional nursing roles will be identified and evaluated. Practice in the evaluation of nursing practice and the application of research findings to nursing care are important aspects of this course. Practice proficiencies may be augmented by experiential learning opportunities, practice experiences, and clinical activities.