NURS 305 - Theoretical Foundations of Nursing

Credit Hours: 3

This course provides students with the foundation for professional nursing practice. The seven cornerstone concepts of the Capital University Department of Nursing curriculum (Health, Communication, Caring, Critical Thinking/Clinical Judgment, Transitions, Culture, and Systems) are introduced. Selected nursing and related theories and frameworks are introduced and provide students with the foundation to develop a personal understanding of nursing as a healing profession. An introduction to nursing’s historical origins and emerging issues, including the evolution of nursing education, credentialing, aspects for the client/patient, team functioning, and current intraprofessional and interprofessional roles in the health care system are discussed. An introduction to both allopathic and complementary/alternative client care is explored. Development of self-care strategies for the caregiver is addressed. (Offered fall)
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to ABSN.