This theory course provides an introduction to the profession of practical nursing. Legislation that informs PN practice within British Columbia will be introduced. The History of nursing and specifically the evolution of Practical Nursing within the Canadian Health care system will be discussed. The philosophy and foundational concepts of the Provincial Practical Nursing Program are explored. The legislation influencing PN practice with clients experiencing chronic illness and those in continuing care settings is examined. Specific professional issues such as responsibility, accountability, ethical practice, and leadership relevant to the PN role in continuing care will be explored. Critical thinking and decision making specific to the care of the chronically ill and inter-professional practice will also be addressed.
Hours: 45 (Lecture: 45 hours)
Prerequisite:
PNUR 099
Non-Course Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
APNP 130, APNP 132, APNP 133, APNP 134, APNP 135
Course Content:
- Legislation that governs Practical nursing practice.
- Introduction to Practical Nursing professional practice
- History of Practical Nursing.
- Philosophy of the Practical Nursing Curriculum.
- Introduction to Ethical practice
- Introduction to Leadership
- Interprofessional Practice
- Diversity
- Cultural sensitivity and awareness
- Awareness of own culture
- Academic writing
- Self-reflection (reflective writing).
- Self-care
- Stress management.
- Legislation influencing Practical Nursing practice with chronic illness and continuing care.
- Adult Guardianship
- Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
- Health Care (consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act.
- Professional practice
- Ethical Practice.
- Leadership in Practical Nursing practice.
- Interprofessional practice.
- Diversity In Practical Nursing practice.
- Cultural sensitivity and competency.
- Awareness of own culture
Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe how legislation, professional standards, code of ethics, and practice expectations inform nursing practice.
2. Identify and discuss professional self-regulation and the implication for individual responsibilities and accountabilities of the Practical Nurse.
3. Explain the role and responsibility of the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives. (BCCNM).
4. Describe how the philosophy of caring guides nursing practice.
5. Use self-reflection and reflective journal writing to enhance learning and nursing practice.
6. Cite some examples of self-care strategies for the nurse.
7. Discuss the partnership of nursing (Registered Nursing, Registered Psychiatric Nursing, Licensed Practical Nursing)
8. Recognize and respect the diversity of other health care roles, responsibilities, and competencies.
9. Identify and explain the influence of collaborative and inter-professional relationships on quality practice environments.
10. Demonstrate the ability to access and assess current and relevant scholarly resources to prepare for nursing practice.
11. Discuss culture and diversity within professional practice.
12. Apply ethical decision making principles to case studies.
13. Discuss several theories of nursing leadership
14. Explain how legislation, professional standards, the code of ethics and practice expectations influences nursing practice in residential care.
15. Discuss professional self-regulation and the implication for individual responsibilities and accountabilities of the Practical Nurse in residential care.
16. Identify and apply leadership responsibilities of the Practical Nurse when working with unregulated health care providers.
17. Describe the influence of collaborative and inter-professional relationships on a quality practice environment in residential care.
18. Access others’ skills and knowledge appropriately through consultation.
19. Demonstrate the ability to access and assess current, relevant, scholarly resources.
20. Discuss and explain professional responsibility with respect to the cultural diversity and inclusivity of clients and colleagues in residential care.
21. Apply an ethical decision making process to determine actions for ethical dilemmas in nursing practice with clients experiencing chronic illness.
22. Demonstrate self-reflection and reflective journal writing to enhance learning and nursing practice.
23. Identify key competencies associated with effective leadership, management and followership.
Grading System: Percentage Grades
Passing Grade: 768%
Textbooks:
Textbooks are subject to change. Please contact the bookstore at your local campus for current book lists.