LPN to RN TRANSITION COURSE

The licensed practical nurse (LPN) student enters the ASN program as a provider of care practicing within the standards of practice, code of ethics, and state board of nursing regulations for the LPN. This course is designed to assist the LPN to build upon this knowledge as the student makes the transition to the role of the registered nurse (RN). The student will be introduced to the conceptual framework of the ASN program and will explore the professional nursing roles, ANA scope, standards of practice, code of ethics and PA nurse practice act. The nursing process, caring, communication, documentation, and the teaching learning process as practiced by the registered nurse will be explored. Basic assessment skills, medication preparation, administration and IV therapy skills and other fundamental nursing skills will be evaluated.