NSG 142 - Application of Nursing Theory I

1. Application of basic nursing skills to care for the adult patient in the long term or rehab environment including assessment, medication administration, documentation, and care planning
2. Application of principles of patient centered care in various healthcare settings
3. Application of principles related to safety in various healthcare settings
4. Application of principles related to effective communication in various healthcare settings
5. Application of principles related to teamwork in various healthcare settings
6. Application of principles related to quality improvement in various healthcare settings
7. Application of principles related to evidence based practice in various healthcare settings
8. Application of principles related to Informatics in various healthcare settings

1. Perform a basic holistic assessment of an adult client, able to document findings and complete clinical worksheets, medication administration, and develop basic care plans. (Patient-centered Care)(1-8)
2. Collaborate with members of the healthcare team, peers and faculty. Show awareness of self and effect on others when communicating. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-8)
3. Base individualized care plan on patient values, clinical expertise, and evidence, utilizing the nursing process as a framework for decision making. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-8)
4. Seek information about quality improvement projects in the care setting. (Quality Improvement)(1-8)
5. Demonstrate effective use of strategies to reduce risk of harm to patients, self or others. (Safety)(1-8)
6. Employ communication technologies to coordinate care for patients. (Informatics)(1-8)

1. Healthcare setting observations