End-of-Course Outcomes: As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry; and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.

Learning outcomes are linked to SCANS requirements. Specific SCANS requirements are linked to the class schedule.

Safety: Demonstrate knowledge and self-directed behaviors for client safety

Implement measures to promote a safe environment for patients and others by
1. identifying patients accurately (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2e);
2. performing nursing procedures and skills correctly (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
3. implementing and maintaining measures to prevent exposure to infectious pathogens and communicable conditions (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
4. maintaining and monitoring for the chemical safety of the patient by stating the rationale for and the effects of medications and treatments and correctly administering the same (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
5. maintaining and monitoring for the thermal safety of the patient (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
6. assuring the psychological safety of the patient by using stress control methods and therapeutic communication (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c);
7. advocating for the patient/family (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c);
8. implementing patient care according to legal and ethical, state, and national standards (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c).

Professionalism: Demonstrate the attitudes and values of the nursing profession

Demonstrate the attitudes and values of the nursing profession by
1. demonstrating responsibility and accountability for the quality of nursing care provided to patients and their families (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
2. complying with policies and procedures of Tarrant County College, the Nursing Department, the course, and the clinical facility (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
3. complying with the professional, ethical, and legal standards of nursing (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
4. demonstrating evidence-based clinical practice (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
5. maintaining patient confidentiality and professional boundaries (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
6. interacting with patients, nursing faculty, and healthcare team in a professional manner (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
7. selecting learning experiences that enhance competence (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
8. organizing and completing assigned tasks in appropriate time (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e).

Caring Approach: Demonstrate caring behaviors toward self and others

Demonstrate caring behaviors toward self and others by
1. demonstrating caring behaviors in nursing process development and implementation (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
2. providing culturally sensitive healthcare to patients and their families (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
3. providing safe, compassionate, comprehensive nursing care to patients and their families (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
4. assisting the client in achieving optimum comfort and functioning (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
5. interacting with patients and others to build respect and trust (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d).

Teaching: Identify teaching/learning principles to meet the basic needs of patients

Identify teaching/learning principles to meet the basic needs of patients by
1. identifying learning needs of patients and families related to risk reduction and health promotion, maintenance, and restoration (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
2. collaborating with patient and interdisciplinary health care team to develop individual teaching plans based upon patient/family learning style and needs by using best practice standards and other evidence based findings in developing teaching plans for patients/families (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
3. developing and implementing individualized patient and family teaching (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
4. identifying appropriate teaching methods (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
5. documenting teaching interventions, patient, and family response (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e).

Clinical Reasoning: Apply clinical reasoning skills in problem solving and decision making when providing basic nursing care

Apply clinical reasoning skills in problem solving and decision making when providing basic nursing care by
1. applying clinical reasoning and nursing science as a basis for decision making in nursing practice (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
2. applying the systematic problem solving process to develop a comprehensive plan of care for patients with basic health care needs (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
3. performing and documenting assessments using a systematic approach (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
4. prioritizing and implementing components of the nursing process utilizing a holistic approach (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
5. evaluating the achievement of patient outcomes (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e);
6. modifying the plan of care as needed (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d).

Communication: Implement beginning communication skills with patients, families, and members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team

Implement beginning communication skills with patients, families, and members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team by
1. applying strategies of coordination, collaboration, and communication to plan, deliver, and evaluate interdisciplinary healthcare (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
2. demonstrating verbal and nonverbal communication skills that are relevant, accurate, clear, complete, timely, understandable, and therapeutic (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
3. demonstrating written communication skills that are legible, relevant, accurate, complete, and meaningful (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
4. demonstrating active listening, genuineness, observational skills, physical attentiveness, and interviewing skills (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
5. maintaining eye contact (when culturally appropriate) (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d).

Collaboration: Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with other members of the healthcare team, while delivering basic nursing care

Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with other members of the healthcare team while delivering basic nursing care by
1. identifying members of interdisciplinary team (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
2. functioning as a member of an interdisciplinary team (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
3. collaborating with the interdisciplinary health care team to implement quality patient care (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
4. identifying appropriate community agencies and health care resources to provide continuity of care (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d);
5. following chain of command (1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d).

RNSG 1360

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RNSG 1360 - Clinical - Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse