Summer Sessions 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: RNSG-1137- Section: 1
Professional Nursing Concepts III 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Margaret Ross
E-mailrossmk@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6366
Office
Location:Allied Health - Room: Lobby
Hours:T--W 8a-3pm
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.
Course Information
Description Application of professional nursing concepts and exemplars within the professional nursing roles. Utilizes concepts of clinical judgment, ethical-legal, evidenced-based practice, patient-centered care, professionalism, safety, teamwork and collaboration. Introduces the concepts of quality improvement, health information technology, and health care organizations. Incorporates concepts into role development of the professional nurse. This course lends itself to a concept-based approach.
Prerequisites RNSG 1118 Professional Nursing Competencies
RNSG 1228 Introduction to Health Care Concepts
RNSG 1424 Concept Based Transition to Professional Nursing Practice
RNSG 1260 Clinical I
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:
1. Utilize a systematic process to analyze selected health care concepts for
diverse patients across the lifespan. (PSLO 1; PSLO 3, PSLO 4)
Measured by: reading-based discussions; case studies; and exams based
on readings.
2. Describe and prioritize nursing management for selected health care
concepts. (PSLO 1; PSLO 2, PSLO 3, PSLO 4) Measured by:
reading-based discussions; case studies; and exams based on readings.
3. Apply the learned concepts to other concepts or exemplars.
(PSLO 2, PSLO 3, PSLO 4) Measured by: reading-based discussions; case
studies; and exams based on readings.
4. Examine the interrelatedness among health care concepts to make clinical judgments for optimum patient care outcomes. (PSLO 1; PSLO 2, PSLO 3, PSLO 4) Measured by: reading-based discussions; case studies; and exams based on readings.
5. Identify the scope of practice in professional nursing roles; incorporate clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice outcomes as the basis for decision-making and providing safe patient-centered care; identify the legal-ethical parameters for professional nursing practice as related to selected exemplars; manage health information technology to support decision-making and improve patient care within delivery systems; and demonstrate principles of leadership/management including delegation.
Core Objectives Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.

Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.

Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.

Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.

Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities.

Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Program Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Upward Mobility Nursing Program graduates will be able to:
PSLO 1: Integrates professional caring into practice decisions within the scope of practice for a registered nurse.
PSLO 2: Demonstrates safe, competent, holistic care for a diverse group of individuals who have complex health care needs
PSLO 3: Accept responsibility and accountability for the effectiveness of ones own nursing practice and professional growth.
PSLO 4: Communicate effectively with clients, peers and other members of the interdisciplinary heath care team to provide evidence-based care.
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.

Textbooks    Required
Ackley, B., & Ladwig, G. (2020). Nursing diagnosis handbook: An evidence-based guide to planning care (12th ed). Mosby-Elsevier. ISBN 9780323879880
American Psychological Association. (2020). Concise guide to APA Style (7th ed.). ISBN 9781433832134
Giddens, J (2021). Concepts for nursing practice. (3rd ed.). Elsevier. ISBN 9780323598101
HESI Case Studies: Complete RN Collection. (2021). Elsevier.
HESI (2020). HESI comprehensive review for the NCLEX-RN examination (6th Ed.). Elsevier. ISBN 9780323582452
Lewis, S., Bucher, L., Heitkemper, M., & Hardin, M. (2020). Medical-Surgical nursing, assessment and management of clinical problems. (11th ed.). Elsevier. ISBN 978032359193
Lilley, L., Collins, S. & Snyder, J. (2020). Pharmacology and the nursing process (9th ed.). Elsevier. ISBN 9780323529495
Lippincott NCLEX-RN PassPoint Powered by PrepU: Study software for NCLEX-RN
McKinney, E.S, Murray, S.S., James, S.R., Nelson, K., & Ashwill, J. (2022) Maternal-Child nursing (6th ed.). Elsevier ISBN 9780323697880
Perry, A.G., Potter, P.A., Ostendorf, W., & Laplante, N. (2022) Clinical nursing skills & techniques (10th ed.). Mosby-Elsevier. ISBN 9780323758765
Perry, A.G., Potter, P.A., Ostendorf, W., & Laplante, N. (2021) Skills performance checklists for clinical nursing skills & techniques (10th ed.) Mosby-Elsevier. ISBN 9780323758765
Silvestri, L. A., & Silvestri, A.E. (2019). Saunders comprehensive review for the NCLEX-RN examination (8th Ed.). Elsevier. ISBN 9780323358415
Swift River Online.
Townsend, M., & Morgan, K. (2020). Essentials of psychiatric mental health nursing (8th ed.). F.A. Davis Company. ISBN 9780803676787
Venes, Donald. (2021) Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary (24th ed). F.A. Davis. ISBN-13: 9781719642859
Zerwekh, J., & Garneau, A. (2020). Nursing today: Transitions and Trends (10th ed). Saunders. ISBN 9780323642088
Zerwekh, J. (2019) Illustrated Study Guide for the NCLEX-RN (10th ed). Mosby-Elsevier. ISBN 9780323530972
Recommended:
Nugent, P., & Vitale, B. (2020). Test success: Test-taking techniques (9th ed.). F. A. Davis. ISBN 9781719640022
Weber, J., & Kelly, J. (2022). Health assessment in nursing (7th ed). Lippincott Williams & Williams. ISBN 9781975161156
Lecture Topics
Outline		 Week 1 (June 7, 2022): Syllabus, Clinical Judgment
Assignment(s): Refer to BlackBoard and schedule
Week 2 (June 14, 2022): Ethics & Legal
Assignment(s): Refer to BlackBoard and schedule
Week 3 (June 21, 2022): Professionalism, Teamwork & Collaboration
Assignment(s): Refer to BlackBoard and schedule
Week 4 (June 28, 2022): Safety, Evidence Based Practice
Assignment(s): Refer to BlackBoard and schedule
Week 5 (July 5, 2022): Sign up for Group Presentations; Research Paper: Title Page & Intro; Mid-Term Exam
Assignment(s): Refer to BlackBoard and schedule
Week 6 (July 12, 2022): Health Information Technology
Assignment(s): Refer to BlackBoard and schedule
Week 7 (July 19, 2022): Quality Improvement, Healthcare Organizations, Begin Group Presentations
Assignment(s): Refer to BlackBoard and schedule
Week 8 (July 26, 2022): Complete Group Presentations, Research Paper Part 2 Assignment Due
Week 9 (August 2, 2022): TBA
Week 10 (August 10, 2022): Final Exam
Major Assignments
Schedule
Mid-Term Exam Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Final Exam Wednesday, August 10, 2022
Time: 0800
Final Exam Date August 10, 2022 - 8:0 AM
Grading Scale 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 74-60 = D 59 or Below = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Determination of
Final Grade    Examinations are based on course objectives.
Course content from the biological and behavioral sciences as well as previous nursing knowledge is included on exams as appropriate.
Testing Policies/Procedures for Nursing Students

PURPOSE
Testing policies and procedures are provided to maintain consistency in testing procedures and ensure test security. In addition, this policy establishes guidelines for reviewing and clarifying exam content in order to enhance the learning experience.

POLICY
Electronic Administration
1.    Students will be oriented to the electronic examination software system prior to the first examination in the first semester of admission to the nursing program.
2.    Testing dates and time will be stated in syllabus course calendar and blackboard.
3.    No exams will be given in advance of the scheduled date and time without approval of the Nursing Program Coordinator or Director.
4.    Tests will be administered electronically. Students will be provided with-
a.    Exam Access Code sheet that also serves as a scratch sheet
b.    Exceptions for electronic testing include paper dosage tests.
5.    Exams will be timed based on question format and course policy. The exam time frame will be provided on the Exam Access Code sheet. Students will only receive credit for answers provided during the allotted time.
6.    Computer Lab:
a.    Students will arrive 5 minutes prior at designated location to sign-in for the exam
b.    Students arriving 15 minutes late or more will be sent to student success center without additional time for proctored exam
c.    Allied Health staff member will call student success center to inform them of the student arrival for proctored exam
d.    All students must wear student ID to access the testing computer lab
e.    Students will not test without Valid LSCPA Id.
f.    All belongings (e. g., backpacks, cell phones, electronic devices) will remain in an area outside of the computer lab for the duration of the exam. Students are encouraged to lock valuables in their vehicles during examinations. The Lamar State College Port Arthur Allied Health Department is not responsible for lost or stolen items left in classrooms or hallways.
7.    Students who arrive late for an exam will not be given additional testing time.
8.    Students are prohibited from writing any notes on their scratch sheet of paper until the exam begins.
9.    Exam Dress Code:
a.    Students will be subject to visual inspection by the exam proctor upon arrival to the registration and/or exam room. This includes but is not limited to inspection of the ears, hands/arms, clothing, pockets, etc.
b.    No head coverings of any kind are allowed, including hats, caps, beanies, or hoods. Exceptions are made for religious / cultural purposes.
c.    No cardigans, coats, jackets, or any other articles of clothing that may open are allowed in the exam room. Pullovers without pockets are acceptable.
d.    Scarves and gloves are not allowed in the exam room.
10.    During the exam:
a.    Drinking and eating are not permitted. Hard candies such as peppermints or cough drops are allowed but must be unwrapped prior to the start of the exam.
b.    Electronic devices (including but not limited to phones, smartwatches, and earbuds) are prohibited during examinations. With the exception of approved earbuds for standardized testing.
c.    If the exam is interrupted due to technical difficulties additional time will be allotted to the exam.
11.    Students are responsible for uploading their exam to the ExamSoft System prior to exiting the examination room. Student will notify proctor of exam completion and exam upload completion. Proctor will view screen to confirm successful completion of exam upload before student leaves testing room.
12.    A preliminary score will be displayed upon uploading the exam to ExamSoft.
13.    After uploading their exam, students are to sign out of the testing software.
14.    Upon completion of the exam students will submit the Exam Access Code Sheet (scratch sheet of paper) to the exam proctor.
15.    Students who choose to review missed items will return to the same exam room and same computer and wait for Exam Review with Rationale to begin at the designated time. NOTE: DO NOT wait outside of the exam room if any testing is occurring in the computer labs.

Violation of the testing policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including possible dismissal from the nursing program.

Appropriate adjustments are made for students who meet the criteria of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Missed Exams
1.    Make-up exams will NOT be administered under any circumstances other than a College sponsored event or with permission of the Allied Health Department Chair.
2.    Students scheduled to miss an exam due to participation in a College sponsored event shall provide appropriate documentation to faculty in advance of the exam and are eligible to complete the missed exam.
3.    Students who miss an exam for any unvalidated reason shall receive a zero on the exam. Students may submit an appeal to this policy by presenting rationale to the Director or Coordinator of appropriate nursing program no later than two (2) business days following the exam. The student is responsible for seeking the exception from the Director or Coordinator of appropriate nursing program.
4.    Students who miss an exam due to an excused reason will be provided an exception to the policy and the student will be assigned the grade made on the final exam as the grade for the missed exam.
5.    If two exams are missed, the student will be given a zero for the second (2nd) missed exam. An alternative plan may be proposed at the discretion of the Director or Coordinator of appropriate nursing program and/or Chair of the Allied Health Department.
6.    The Director or Coordinator of appropriate nursing program will document all exceptions in the students file and notify the course leader if an exception is granted.
Exam Review with Rationales
Exam Review with Rationales is conducted after each exam to allow students to view incorrect responses and rationales for the exam item, with the exception of final exams. This session is time limited. Students will be allotted a specific number of minutes, based upon the length of the exam (for example, students will have 8 minutes to review missed items on a 50-item exam). Students are not required to attend Exam Review with Rationales. If a student chooses to not attend the Exam Review with Rationales session, the student is not eligible for an individual test review session with an assigned instructor.

1.    Students will return to the same exam room and same computer for Exam Review with Rationales. Exam Review with Rationales must be conducted on the same computer as the exam. The same policies listed above for testing apply to the Exam Review with Rationale Session. The following rules also apply:
a. All belongings (e. g., backpacks, cell phones, electronic devices) will remain in an area outside of the computer lab for the duration of the exam. Students are encouraged to lock valuables in their vehicles during examinations. The Lamar State College Port Arthur Allied Health Department is not responsible for lost or stolen items left in classrooms or hallways.
b. Students are not allowed to talk amongst themselves during this session.
2.    Students who arrive late for Exam Review with Rationales will not be given additional review time.
3.    Students will log into the Review of Rationales using the following steps:
a.    Enter the Exam Password
b.    Enter the Review Password
Note: Students only have 3 attempts to enter the correct Review Password. Students are encouraged to request assistance from faculty/proctor after 2 unsuccessful attempts.
4.    During the Exam Review with Rationales session:
a.    Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. If students become disruptive, faculty will end the Exam Review with Rationales Session for all students.
5.    Upon completion of the Exam Review the students will sign out of the ExamSoft or Examplify application and quietly leave the testing room.
6.    At least 2 faculty proctors will monitor the Exam Review with Rationales.
Nursing Success Sessions (Upward Mobility Only)
Nursing Success sessions are learning experiences for students to promote a better understanding or application of a nursing concept. Content clarification during Nursing Success sessions affords faculty an opportunity to give rationale for commonly missed exam items and/or to reinforce nursing concept applications.

Nursing Success Policy
1.    Content Clarification will be conducted for each exam by the course team members who contributed exam items.
2.    Content Clarification may be conducted within a reasonable timeframe after the exam either in a separately scheduled Nursing Success session or during a class session.
3.    Faculty will clarify vital concepts or discuss specific information that relates to exam items during this session. The exact exam question will not be used within the review. Information regarding credited items and rationale to support the credited items may be provided.
4.    Students are strongly encouraged to attend all scheduled class sessions and Nursing Success sessions.
5.    Electronic devices may be asked to be turned off during Content Clarification during the sessions.
6.    Students may be asked to put all belongs away at faculty discretion.
7.    Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. If students become disruptive, faculty will end the Nursing Success or content clarification session.

Content Specialty Examinations (e.g. fundamentals, psych-mental health nursing, medical-surgical nursing, maternity/pediatric nursing) are given in several courses throughout the nursing program to assess student knowledge of specific content areas. If a specialty examination is given, it is considered a requirement of that course. Any student who does not complete this requirement will receive a 0 for that exam which will be replaced with the earned exam grade once the exam is completed. Appropriate adjustments are made for students who meet the criteria of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The following method will be used to determine each students grade in the course:
Activities 15%
Midterm Exam 40%
Final     45%

Daily Activity Grades will include: Discussion Boards, Group Presentations, Assignments, Case studies, Quizzes, Specialty Exams, Research Paper Assignments, etc.

Course assignment submissions must be submitted correctly with 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 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 this course.

The course faculty will explain course requirements which will include required assignments and specific dates for work to be turned in that must be met by the student. Unless an assignment is turned in by the deadline there will be a late penalty deducted for lateness. In most courses the late penalty will be a deduction of ten points if turned in within the first 24 hours after the assignment due date. If the assignment is turned in between 24 and 48 hours late a 25-point penalty will be deducted. Any assignment submitted after 48 hours will be assigned a zero for the assignment. Previous arrangements between the student and faculty for late work may allow for a reduced late point penalty, but all late submissions will have a late penalty deducted. There are also assignments that if not submitted by the assigned due date a grade of zero will be assigned. Refer to the individual course syllabus or the assignment for any variations from the late penalty deductions.

Many of the courses also include assignments that are designated as a mandatory Pass/Fail course assignment. If these assignments are not completed satisfactorily the student may fail not only the assignment but also the course.

Late submission of the mandatory Pass/Fail assignments will result in late point penalties. In most courses the late penalty will be a deduction of ten points if turned in within the first 24 hours after the assignment due date. If the assignment is turned in between 24 and 48 hours late a 25-point penalty will be deducted.

Any Pass/Fail assignment submitted after 48 hours will be assigned a grade of five points for the assignment. Previous arrangements between the student and faculty for late work may allow for a reduced late point penalty, but all late submissions will have a late penalty deducted.

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. A student tardy for two or more times will receive a 5-point deduction on the next exam. This tardy period resets after each exam.

Late arrival to exams is very disruptive and disrespectful to your peers. Please arrive in time to be seated and signed into the exam portal no later than the scheduled exam time. Late exam arrival may result in a five-point deduction on the exam.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Instructor Policies    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.

HESI Score Remediation / Action Steps

950 or above On Track
1. Complete all Essential Packets of HESI Remediation
2. Complete any assigned Case Studies in HESI Remediation

850-949 Needs Improvement
1. Complete all Essential Packets of HESI Remediation
2. Complete any assigned Case Studies in HESI Remediation
3. Complete EAQ quizzing in the Content or Specialty area of the HESI exam, where applicable (one 20-question custom quiz for each subtopic with a goal of 80% on each)

750-849
At Risk
1. Complete all Essential Packets of HESI Remediation
2. Complete any assigned Case Studies in HESI Remediation
3. Complete EAQ quizzing in the Content or Specialty area of the HESI exam where applicable (two 20-question custom quizzes for each subtopic with a goal of 80% on each)

700-749
High Risk
1. Complete all Essential Packets of HESI Remediation
2. Complete any assigned Case Studies in HESI Remediation
3. Complete EAQ quizzing in the Content or Specialty area of the HESI exam where applicable (two 30-question custom quizzes for each subtopic with a goal of 80% on each)

<700
High Risk
1. Complete all Essential Packets of HESI Remediation
2. Complete any assigned Case Studies in HESI Remediation
3. Complete EAQ quizzing in the Content or Specialty area of the HESI exam where applicable (three 30-question quizzes for each subtopic with a goal of 80% on each)

HESI remediation deadline will be established by individual clinical instructor based upon the required number of topics and remediation time.

Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, smart watches 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 LSCPA 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:
Inappropriate and/or disruptive use of cell phones or other electronics
Talking or sleeping while the instructor is giving instructions or during class discussions/presentations;
Displaying a rude or negative attitude/behavior to the instructor or other students; disruptive behaviors in the classroom, skills/simulation lab, computer lab, testing environment, or clinical setting;
Counseling for repetitive tardiness (tardiness is defined as arriving greater than 10 minutes to class).

The following expectations apply to all courses:
Promptness is expected. Students should be on time for all classes on campus or virtually and return from breaks promptly.

Students attending classroom, lab, or clinical sessions virtually should exhibit appropriate netiquette 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.
Students are expected to come to didactic, lab, and clinical experiences prepared and present as sincere, adult learners. Pre-course assignments may be required for admission into class
Students are expected to attend all online course sessions that occur during scheduled course times. These sessions will be scheduled in advance and may have activities during the live session that result in a grade.
Phone calls and/or text messages should be returned only during scheduled breaks.
Cell phones must be on vibrate in the classroom and off and out of reach during testing and test reviews. In the event of an emergency, family can contact students through the AH Secretary, Upward Mobility Program Coordinator, or Department Chair.
If students must leave the classroom during content presentations they must wait until the break to return to the classroom.
On-campus computers should only be used for classroom work.
All information shared by other students and instructors will remain confidential and should not be shared with others outside of the classroom or lab environment.
Students should not engage in side-bar discussions during classroom, exam reviews, clinical, and lab.
Comments should be directed to the faculty in charge of the classroom, clinical, or lab time.
All students are expected to actively participate in all discussions, activities, and exercises.
Students are expected to be open to new ideas and experiences and to step outside of their comfort zone.
A positive attitude is expected and comments should give supportive feedback.
The classroom, clinical, and lab environment is a judgment-free zone.
Students are responsible for their actions and are responsible for learning as much as possible from the experiences provided.
Students are encouraged to seek assistance from peers and faculty when needed to be successful.
Student support of each other in the learning environment is encouraged and expected. Supportive relationships with each other will allow a more positive learning environment to enable all to work together as a team and develop professionally.

Homework assignments completed during classroom sessions will result in a grade of zero.

Students are also expected to follow the guidelines and policies in the LSCPA Upward Mobility Nursing Student Handbook.

If a student is unable to maintain these expectations or stated program requirements, dismissal from the program may occur.
Attendance Policy 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 students 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.

Students are expected to attend all online course sessions that occur during scheduled course times. These sessions will be scheduled in advance and may have activities during the live session that result in a grade. Students who do not attend are counted as absent and will not have the opportunity to make up any missed assignment during the live class session.

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.

Students who do not attend scheduled live virtual activities will be counted as absent.

It is the students 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 students 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.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
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.
MyLSCPA Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLSCPA.
Other Other    Course Student 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:
Utilize a systematic process to analyze selected health care concepts to manage care for diverse patients across the lifespan. ( PSLO 2, PSLO 3) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; quizzes; case studies; lab performance

Describe the interrelatedness among health care concepts to assist in developing clinical judgement. (PSLO 2, PSLO 3) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; quizzes; case studies; lab performance

Describe the attributes and roles of the professional nurse including leadership, management and principles of delegation. ( PSLO 1, PSLO 2, PSLO 3, PSLO 4) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; quizzes; case studies; lab performance

Apply a systematic problem solving process for the development of clinical judgement. (PSLO 1, PSLO 2, PSLO 3) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; lab performance

Discuss the legal-ethical parameters for professional nursing practice including the Nursing Practice Act and the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics as related to selected exemplars. (PSLO 1, PSLO 2, PSLO 4) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; quizzes; case studies; lab performance

Utilize professional communication techniques in providing patient-centered care and collaborating with members of the health care team. (PSLO 2, PSLO 4) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; lab performance

Identify health promotion needs for diverse patients across the life-span. (PSLO 1, PSLO 2, PSLO 4) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; quizzes; case studies; lab performance

Statement of Workplace Competencies:
Lamar State College Port Arthur is determined to prepare you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in todays dynamic work environment. The new Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) graduate is prepared as a safe, beginning nurse generalist. Therefore, upon completion of the program the ADN graduate will as a:

Member of the Profession
Function within the nurses legal scope of nursing practice.
Participate in activities that promote the development of the professional nurse.
Demonstrate responsibility for continued competence in professional nursing practice.
Develop insight into practice through reflection, self-analysis, self-care, and lifelong learning.

Provider of Patient-Centered Care
Use clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice as a basis for clinical decision making in nursing practice.
Demonstrate clinical decision making by integrating critical thinking and the nursing process.
Determine physical and mental health status, needs, and preferences of culturally ethnic and socially diverse patients and their families.
Implement the plan of care for patients and their families with consideration for disease prevention, wellness, and promotion of healthy lifestyles.

Patient Safety Advocate
Implement measures to promote quality and a safe environment for patients, self, and others.
Obtain instruction, supervision, or training as needed when implementing nursing procedures, practices.

Member of the Health Care Team
Collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary team, client, and families to manage care.
Establish and maintain trusting, interpersonal relationships with clients families, significant others across the life span, and interdisciplinary team members, incorporating caring behaviors

Academic Honesty
Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. These policies will be strictly enforced.

Additional policies for this course are listed below:
Academic dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of scholastic dishonesty are prohibited and are grounds for disciplinary action according to the LSC-PA Student Handbook. Anyone who copies more than six consecutive words from a source and does not document the source has committed plagiarism. Students guilty of academic misconduct either directly or indirectly through participation or assistance, are immediately responsible to the instructor of the class. In addition to other possible disciplinary sanctions which may be imposed through the regular LSC-PA procedures as a result of academic misconduct, the instructor has the authority to assign an F or a zero for the exercise or examination or to assign an F in the course.

Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, and laptop computers) shall not be used during examinations or upon review of exams unless the Disability Services Coordinator has determined that such a device is a reasonable accommodation for a disability. Under any other circumstances, the use of an electronic device during an examination shall be considered academic dishonesty, and will result in appropriate sanctions as outlined in the Course Syllabus, in the Faculty Handbook (Section IX-1) and in the Student Handbook (Academic Dishonesty).

TEXAS BOARD OF NURSING CHAPTER 213 PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
RULE 213.27 Good Professional Character:
(a) Good professional character is the integrated pattern of personal, academic and occupational behaviors which, in the judgment of the Board, indicates that an individual is able to consistently conform his or her conduct to the requirements of the Nursing Practice Act, the Board's rules and regulations, and generally accepted standards of nursing practice including, but not limited to, behaviors indicating honesty, accountability, trustworthiness, reliability, and integrity.

Writing Guidelines
The APA Publication Manual is the guide used in the Allied Health Department and in the Upward Mobility Nursing Program. It is expected that all writing will be completed using the style and format described in the APA Publication Manual, 7th edition.

Below are resources for scholarly writing in APA style and how to cite sources properly.
Harvard Graduate School of Education at http://gseacademic.harvard.edu/~instruct/articulate/APA/player.html
The Ohio State University: How do I cite resources at http://library.osu.edu/sites/guides/apagd.php
Purdue Online Writing Lab at http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/.

Save copies of all of your work! Create a folder on your computer that is specifically for this course. As you create a new Word document for each assignment, rename it with your name as part of the assignment name, save it in your course folder, and then submit it by the due date.

Minimum APA Requirements for the Upward Mobility Program
The following list includes the minimum acceptable standards for formal writing assignments.
title page
page numbers
at least one level of headings to help organize the submission
one-inch margins
appropriate font
in-text citations and reference list

Available Support Services:
LSC-PA ADSN Student Handbook
Gates Memorial Library located at 317 Stillwell.
Open computer Lab-Gates Memorial Library
Student Success Center: located at 1500 Procter St, 409-984-6248
Information Technology Services: IT Help Desk, 409-984-6150, helpdesk@lamarpa.edu
Disability Services Coordinator: Laurie Marcantel, 409-984-6241, marcantella@lamarpa.edu
Campus Bookstore (Barnes & Noble), 409-984-6388
Any campus contact information not found above is available on the Online Department Directory
NSNA Website: http://www.nsna.org/
Texas Board of Nursing Website: http://www.bon.state.tx.us/ School Code: US27410200
National Council of State Boards of Nursing: http://www.ncsbn.org/
NCSBN Learning Extension: http://www.learningext.com/
NCLEX-RN Detailed Test Plan: https://www.ncsbn.org/testplans.htm
Pearson VUE - NCLEX-RN testing company: http://www.pearsonvue.com/
Evolve Website (HESI) School Code : 195025, Web Site: https://evolve.elsevier.com/
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department
Allied Health
Chair:Shirley MacNeill
E-mail:macneisb@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6365

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.