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Spring 2023 Course Syllabus
Course: RNSG-1424 (Section: 1, CRN: 10113) Concept-Based Transition to Professional Nursing Practice |
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| Instructor | Lauren Ratcliff | ||||||||
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| Phone | (409) 984-6334 | ||||||||
| Office | Allied Health - Room: 124 | ||||||||
| Office Hours | As posted by appointment. | ||||||||
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| Description | Integration of previous health care knowledge and skills into the role development of the professional nurse as a provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team, and member of the profession. Emphasis is on clinical decision-making for patients and their families. Review of selected health care and professional nursing concepts with application through exemplars. Health care concepts include comfort, diversity, elimination, functional ability, human develo | ||||||||
| 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.
Required:
Halter, M. (2022). Varcarolis’ Foundations of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (9th ed). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323697071
Harding, M. (2022). Lewis’s Medical-Surgical Nursing – Clinical Companion (12th ed). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323792431
HESI Next Gen Exams Testing Package
HESI Case Studies: Complete RN Collection. (2021). Elsevier.
HESI (2023). HESI comprehensive review for the NCLEX-RN examination (7th Ed.). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323831932
Lewis, S., Bucher, L., Heitkemper, M. & Hardin, M. (2023). Medical-Surgical nursing, assessment and management of clinical problems (12th ed.). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323789615
Lilley, L., Collins, S. & Snyder, J. (2023). Pharmacology and the nursing process (10th ed.). Elsevier. ISBN 9780323827973
Lippincott NCLEX-RN PassPoint Powered by PrepU: Study software for NCLEX-RN® ISBN: 9781469809359
McKinney, E. (2022). Maternal-Child Nursing (6th ed). Elsevier. ISBN 9780323697880
Nugent, P. & Vitale, B. (2020). Test success: Test-taking techniques (9th ed.). F. A. Davis. ISBN: 9781719640022
Silvestri, L. A. (2023). Saunders 2022-2023 Clinical Judgment and Test-Taking Strategies (7th ed). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323763882
Silvestri, L. A. (2023). Saunders comprehensive review for the NCLEX-RN examination (9th ed). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323795302
Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary (24th ed). (2021). F.A. Davis Company.
ISBN: 9781719642859
Zerwekh, J. (2023). Illustrated Study Guide for the NCLEX-RN (11th ed). Elsevier. ISBN 9780323777797 Swift River Online through ATI
Recommended:
Weber, J., and Kelly, J. (2022). Health assessment in nursing (7th ed). Lippincott Williams & Williams. ISBN: 9781975161156
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| Additional Materials/Resources | None. | ||||||||
| Corequisites/Prerequisites |
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| Learning Outcomes |
In accordance with the mission of Lamar State College - Port Arthur, this course encourages the student to develop the particular skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed for success in the field of Associate Degree Nursing. Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
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| Final Exam Date | May 8, 2023 - 8:0 AM Through May 8, 2023 - 11:0 AM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 74-60 = D 59 or Below = F | ||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
The following method will be used to determine each student’s grade in the course: Activities 10% (Discussion Boards, Group Presentations, Assignments, Case studies, Quizzes) Hesi Specialty Exam 5% Exam I 20% Exam II 20% Exam III 20% Final 25% Daily Activity Grade will not be included in grade calculation until 75% weighted exam average is achieved. No grades will be rounded until the Final Course average; this includes the Weighted Exam Average. Grades will not be rounded when calculating the Weighted Exam average (74.5 – 74.9 is not rounded to 75). Course assignment submissions must be submitted correctly within Blackboard. A student will be allowed one submission per semester to be cleared by course instructor. Any further incorrect submissions will result in a zero for the assignment submission. Final exams are not available for review by the student after leaving the testing room and Final exam grades are not posted. Completion of PassPoint Mastery Level assignments are some of the mandatory Pass/Fail assignments. All Pass/Fail Assignments must be completed in a satisfactory manner or it will result in a course failure. A final course grade of 75% and successful completion of ALL Pass/Fail assignments is necessary for a student to pass his course. |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies |
Students attending classroom, lab or clinical sessions virtually should exhibit appropriate etiquette to include at a minimum: Adhere to the same standards of behavior online that you follow in real life; Respect faculty and peers time by being on time to scheduled exams, sessions and activities; and Present yourself in a professional manner. Required assignments and specific dates for work to be turned in must be met by the student. Unless turned in by the deadline there will be a drop in grade for lateness. Previous arrangements between the student and instructor for late work may allow for a reduced late point penalty. Grammar and sentence structure, spelling, legibility, neatness and following directions as to organization are related to acceptable quality in both written and oral assignments. Written work is expected to follow the most current American Psychological Association (APA) format. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. No meals are allowed in the classroom without special permission. Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, and laptop computers) shall not be used during examinations unless specifically allowed by the instructor. Use of electronic devices during normal class hours distracts other students, disrupts the class, and wastes valuable time. Instructors have an obligation to reduce such disruptions. Students should turn their phones to vibrate before they enter the classroom. No cell phones should be visible during class without faculty permission. Use of tobacco products is prohibited on all LSC-PA properties at any time. Additional classroom policies include: Students and faculty of the Lamar State College-Port Arthur Upward Mobility Nursing Program are expected to assist in maintaining a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. To assure that faculty have the opportunity to teach and students have the opportunity to benefit from time spent in class, unless otherwise approved by the instructor, students are prohibited from engaging in distracting classroom behavior. The following behaviors may result in the student being asked to cease the action, lose five (5) points on the next exam, and/or leave the classroom or labs:
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| Attendance Policy |
Attendance at all scheduled classes and clinical experiences is expected. Research has shown that consistent class and clinical attendance contributes to successful completion of not only the Upward Mobility Nursing Program, but also passing the NCLEX-RN. Regular attendance is an essential function of any job in nursing. Students who regularly miss class or clinical clearly demonstrate their refusal to be accountable to report to work regularly. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor prior to any absence. If the student is missing a clinical, classroom or lab day, s/he must notify the faculty. Late arrival to class is disruptive. Students who consistently arrive after the scheduled starting time of class (2 or more times) will be counseled and a plan of action determined. Class will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Students who arrive ten (10) minutes after the beginning of class should not enter the classroom and should wait until break to enter. Repetitive tardiness will result in a 5-point deduction on next exam grade. A student who is absent from course activities for three (3) days or more, without notification to faculty, may be withdrawn from the program by the program director. Students on campus but not in class are considered absent. It is the student’s responsibility to submit a completed ‘student excuse form’ upon return to class following an absence, tardy, or leaving class early. Failure to do so will result in a declaration of ‘no call, no show’ and may result in the student being dismissed from the program. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor of any absence. If the student is unable to contact the instructor(s), the student should call 409-984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872 ext. 6356. The student should also email the faculty or call the faculty office and leave a voicemail. Clinical uniforms are to be worn at all times while in the simulation/skills lab. The program coordinator has the right to initiate the administrative withdrawal of any student whose attendance, conduct, scholastic abilities, attitude or lack of aptitude for registered nursing makes it inadvisable for that student to continue in the program. |
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| 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 diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 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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