PNUR 100 Professional Practice I

School of Health and Human Services

PNUR 100 Professional Practice I is a theory course that introduces the profession of Practical Nursing and the BC legislation that informs the practice. The history of nursing and, specifically, the evolution of Practical Nursing in the Canadian health care system are discussed. The philosophy and foundational concepts of the PNP are explored. 

Notes:

Course outcomes will be met through an examination and exploration of the following concepts:

·   Legislation that governs Practical Nursing practice.

·   Introduction to Practical Nursing professional practice.

·   History of Practical Nursing.

·   Philosophy of the Practical Nursing Curriculum.

·   Introduction to ethical practice.

·   Introduction to leadership.

·   Interprofessional practice.

·   Diversity.

·   Cultural sensitivity and awareness.

·   Awareness of own culture.

·   Academic writing.

·   Self-reflection (reflective writing).

·   Self-care.

·   Stress management.

Corequisite: PNUR 101, PNUR 102, PNUR 103, PNUR, PNUR 105

Accessibility Services Notice

Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.

Transfer Agreements

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Course Details
Total number of weeks5
Total Credits
Total Hours25
Typical hours per week breakdown
Lecture5

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

  1. describe how legislation, professional standards, ethics and practice expectations inform nursing practice.
  2. identify and discuss professional self‐regulation and the implication for individual responsibilities and accountabilities of the Practical Nurse.
  3. explain the role and responsibility of the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
  4. describe how the philosophy of caring guides nursing practice.
  5. describe how self-reflection and reflective journal writing enhances learning in nursing practice.
  6. cite some examples of self-care strategies for the nurse.
  7. discuss the partnership of nursing (Registered Nursing, Registered Psychiatric Nursing, Licensed Practical Nursing).
  8. recognize and respect the diversity of other health care roles, responsibilities and competencies.
  9. identify and explain the influence of interprofessional collaborative relationships on quality practice environments.
  10. demonstrate the ability to access and assess current and relevant scholarly resources to prepare for nursing practice.
  11. understand how cultural diversity, sensitivity and awareness influence professional practice.
  12. discuss ethical decision-making principles through case studies.
  13. discuss theories of nursing leadership.
  14. identify key competencies associated with effective leadership, management and followership.

Grading Table

Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table

Percentage Letter Grade GPA
90-100 A+ 4.33
85-89 A 4.00
80-84 A- 3.67
76-79 B+ 3.33
72-75 B 3.00
68-71 B- 2.67
64-67 C+ 2.33
60-63 C 2.00
55-59 C- 1.67
50-54 P 1.00
0-49 F 0.00
  DNW 0.00

See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.

Disclaimer

Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.