Fall 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: VNSG-1463 (Section: 11, CRN: 90384) Clinical-Licensed Practical-Vocational Nurse Training |
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Instructor | Mary Perry | ||||||||
akersml@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
Phone | (409) 984-6370 | ||||||||
Office | Allied Health - Room: 107 III | ||||||||
Office Hours | Allied Health Office -107-III Tue-0900-1100 Wed- by appointment only |
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Additional Contact Information | Donna Wolfe, Allied Health Secretary (409) 984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872 | ||||||||
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Description | A Health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional | ||||||||
Required Textbooks |
Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.
Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Williams, Linda, Hopper, Paula, (2019) Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing (6th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN # 9780803668980 Hopper, Paula, Williams, Linda, (2019)Study Guide for Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing (6th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #978080366900 Burton, M., Smith, D. Ludwig, L. (2019). Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Concepts, Connections and Skills for Nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN # 9780803669062 Burton, M., Smith, D. Ludwig, L. (2019). Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Concepts, Connections and Skills for Nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #9780803669079 Linnard-Palmer, Luanne. Coats, Gloria, (2021). Safe Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Care (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. DavisISBN #9780803624948 Linnard-Palmer, Luanne. Coats, Gloria, (2021). Study Guide for Safe Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Care (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. DavisISBN #9780803624955 Doenges, Marilyn E., Moorhouse, Mary Frances, Murr, Alice C., (2019).Nurse’s Pocket Guide-Diagnoses, Prioritized Interventions, and Rationales (15th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #9780803676442 Van Leeuwen, Anne M., Bladh, Mickey Lynn, (2019). Comprehensive Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests (8thed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis Vallerand, April Hazard, Sanoski, Cynthia A., (2019). Davis’s Drug Guide for Nurses (16th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis Cuellar, Tina, (2018) HESI Comprehensive review for the NCLEX-PN Exam (5th ed.). St. Louis, Mo.: Elsevier Online HESI Case Studies:Complete PN Collection (1 Year Version)
Swiftriver Online- The invitation code for Fall 2022 Level 3: AC8D9EB7 NCLEX® PN Pass Point:Please note: No other NCLEX® PN Review will be accepted. You must use the NCLEX® PN Pass Point access code provided to you for this class. Pass Point access code for this: VNSG 1463 class: 4ACEA20A VNSG 2410 class: 3190C8A1 VNSG 1230 class: F654CC19 Davis Edge Class Code C028987679 (this product must be purchased) Please Note!Any Computer program must be accessed using your Lamar email unless otherwise instructed. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they are enrolled in the proper courses for PassPoint, Evolve HESI, and SwiftRiver. Instructors will not accept grade submissions turned in from a previous course. |
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Additional Materials/Resources | None | ||||||||
Corequisites/Prerequisites |
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Learning Outcomes |
Reading: Demonstrates the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of printed materials. Writing: Produces clear, correct, and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion, and audience. Speaking: Communicates orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience. Listening: Demonstrates the ability to analyze and interpret various forms of spoken language. Critical Thinking 1: Applies qualitative and/or quantitative skills analytically and creatively to subject matter. Critical Thinking 2: Demonstrates the ability to evaluate arguments and construct alternative strategies. Computer Literacy 1: Uses computer-based technology to communicate, solve problems, and acquire information. Computer Literacy 2: Demonstrates an understanding of the limits, problems, and possibilities associated with the use of technology. Intercultural Competence 1: Demonstrates awareness of similarities and differences between cultural groups. Intercultural Competence 2:Demonstrates the ability to recognize global interconnectedness. Intercultural Competence 3: Demonstrates a general knowledge of cultural evolution. |
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Program Student Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of the Vocational Nursing Program graduates will, under the supervision of a professional licensed nurse and/or licensed physician, function in non-complex settings and should be able to: PSLO: Reading Skills – Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading materials. PSLO 1. Functions within the Scope of Practice for a Vocational Nurse. PSLO 2. Demonstrates safe, direct patient care with individuals who have predictable health care needs. PSLO 3. Exhibits professional nursing behaviors. PSLO 4. Cooperates with members of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide evidence-based care |
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Lecture Topics Outline |
VNSG 1463 Clinical – Thursday- Friday Clinical Orientation Friday 9/16/22 Week 1 – Thurs-Friday 9/22-23 Week 2 – Thurs-Friday 9/29-30 Week 3 – Thurs-Friday 10/6-8 Week 4 – Thurs-Friday 10/13-14 Week 5 – Thurs-Friday 10/20-21 Week 6 – Thurs-Friday 10/27-28 Week 7 – Thurs-Friday 11/3-4 Week 8 – Thurs-Friday 11/10-11 Assignments due according to clinical master schedule and instructor assigned schedule. Mid-Term and Final Clinical Evaluations by appointment Schedule subject to change at the discretion of the Program Coordinator |
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Major Assignments Schedule |
Medication Competency (Average) Computer/Virtual Assignments Medical-Surgical Case Study OB Case Study L&D Objectives Newborn objectives Post-Partum Objectives Mental Health Analysis Resume/Professional Attire Clinical Portfolio Objectives Not Met in Previous Level If the student is repeating level 3, they must do all level 3 objectives again. Please attach the objectives graded from previous semester for instructor review. |
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Final Exam Date | December 5, 2022 - 12:00 PM Through December 5, 2022 - 3:00 PM | ||||||||
Grading Scale | 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 60-74 = D Below 60 = F | ||||||||
Determination of Final Grade |
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Course Policies | |||||||||
Instructor Policies |
I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must come to my office, in person.
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Attendance Policy |
Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Policies for this course are described below:
#1. Scheduled Clinical Make Up Day Thursday 12/1/22 #2. Care Plan, HESI Case Studies (to be assigned), 265-Item Pass Point Quiz, Swift River Online Assignment #3. Care Plan, Nursing Journal and Elderly Objectives (rubric in Level 1 Clinical Notebook) three (3) 50 item Pass Point quizzes #4. Student will meet with the LSCPA Vocational Nursing Standards Committee to determine a plan of action Students who arrive greater than 15 minutes after assigned clinical time will be given a verbal warning and may not be allowed to remain. Students who arrive after assigned clinical time on two (2) occasions will receive a written counseling note and will not be allowed to remain. If the student is sent home s/he will be counted absent from clinical and must complete the make-up assignment.
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Additional Information | None | ||||||||
Institutional Policies | |||||||||
MyLSCPA | Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA. | ||||||||
Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||
ADA Considerations | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||
COVID 19 Information | The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website. | ||||||||
Facility Policies | No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited. | ||||||||
HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect | As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual. | ||||||||
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct | LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website. | ||||||||
Clery Act Crime Reporting |
For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website. |
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Grievance / Complaint / Concern | If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair. | ||||||||
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