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Transition into Registered Nursing
NUR223
Course work designed to facilitate the entry of the practical nurse into the second year of the Nursing program, focusing on the transition to the registered nurse student role. The nursing process forms the foundations for the development of skills basic to practice as a registered nurse student. Throughout this course, the role of the associate degree nurse as provider of care, communicator, client advocate and educator are emphasized. Successful completion of NUR 223 with a grade of "C" or better is required for acceptance into Advanced Credit Status in the Nursing Program. Eligibility for licensure as a Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required before enrolling in this course. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab)