Outcomes

Practical Nursing (after first two semesters)

• Adhere to standards of practice within legal, ethical and regulatory frameworks of the licensed practical nurse.
• Use effective communication skills incorporating life span considerations.
• Assist with health assessment of individuals, families and groups across the life span.
• Participate in clinical decision-making within the LPN scope of practice.
• Provide caring interventions with diverse populations.
• Use principles of teaching and learning processes to reinforce teaching plans recognizing life span considerations.
• Work cooperatively with others to provide holistic care.
• Under supervision, manage and direct care within and across health care settings according to established protocols.

Associate Degree Nursing (after completing all four semesters)

• Adhere to professional standards of practice within legal, ethical and regulatory frameworks of the registered nurse.
• Use effective communication skills incorporating life span considerations.
• Assess health of individuals, families and groups across the life span within the context of the community.
• Make clinical decisions to assure safe and accurate nursing care.
• Provide caring interventions with diverse populations.
• Use teaching and learning processes to promote and restore health incorporating life span considerations.
• Collaborate with others to respond to the needs of individuals, families and groups across the health-illness continuum.
• Manage care to facilitate continuity within and across health care settings.