Nursing 273
Spring 2013
Course Information
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:
A. Theory and Clinical Instructor(s):
Heidi Johnston, RN, MSN, CNE
753-2000 (Office)
397-3808 (Cell)
heidi.johnston@gbcnv.edu
Office and Hours
Health Sciences Room 120
Tuesday: 0900-1200
Wednesday: 0900 - 1200
Also by appointment
B. COURSE INFORMATION:
Course Description: The nursing management process as it relates to the associate degree nursing
student will be introduced and utilized within the nursing process.
One credit theory, two credits clinical. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisites: Admission to the
Nursing Program.
1. Schedule:
Theory:
Classroom: Monday and Tuesday – Times vary- see theory schedule
Dates: April 1, 2013 – May 17, 2013
Clinical: Varied 90 hour clinical rotations are designated precepting area.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
COURSE OUTCOMES
MEASUREMENTS
Provide safe, effective, evidence-based
Change Presentation
nursing care to promote positive outcomes for
individuals, families, and groups.
Demonstrate achievement of mentorship
Successful completion of 90 hours clinical
essential skills necessary for transition into
preceptor rotation and Mentorship Essential
professional practice.
Competencies and Integrating Concepts.
Demonstrate professional behaviors including I Made a Difference Paper, Discussion Questions
communication, collaboration, prioritizing, and
delegating in order to facilitate effective
patient care outcomes.
Demonstrate collaboration with preceptor
Successful completion of 90 hours clinical
within the healthcare setting to coordinate
preceptor rotation and Mentorship Essential
care of patients.
Competencies and Integrating Concepts
METHOD OF INSTRUCTION:
Lecture, discussion, demonstration, small group work, videos, assigned readings, written assignments,
and clinical instruction will be utilized.
THEORY EVALUATION:
Evaluation of student progress will be the successful completion of the course outcomes this will be
evaluated with classroom participation, in class change presentation; I made a difference paper, and
three online discussion responses. Questions will be based on utilization of critical thinking skills and
application of knowledge acquired in this, as well as previous courses. Students are expected to attend all
classroom and clinical hours. Come to class prepared to share insight into scheduled topics. Points will
be earned based on a positive respectful attitude, participation, and attendance.
CLINICAL EVALUATION:
Clinical evaluation is done mutually by student, preceptor, and instructor throughout the 90 hours of
clinical. Actual clinical performance and written assignments include: Mentorship Essential Skills and
Performance during Preceptor/Mentorship will be used to determine clinical competency and the ability to
generalize and transfer theory outcomes to the clinical settings. Safe clinical practice and demonstration
of personal and associate degree nursing practice attributes at the fourth semester level are mandatory
for graduation of the program.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Zerwekh, J. and Garneau, A. (2012) Nursing Today: Transition and Trends. 7th ed. St. Louis, MO:
W.B. Saunders Co.
REQUIRED VIDEOS:
The following videos are located via WebCampus WebLink

Critical Thinking, Coping, and Communication in Nursing: A Video Orientation for Survival in the
Workplace
GRADING POLICY AND CRITERIA:
Course grade will be based on a percentage of the total possible points of theory and clinical
assignments according to the following scale:
100 - 94.00 =
A
76.00 =C (needed to pass)
93.99-90.00 =
A-
75.99-70.00
=
C-
89.99-87.00 =
B+
69.99-67.00
=
D+
86.99-84.00 =
B
66.99-64.00
=
D
83.99-80.00 =
B-
63.99-60.00
=
D-
79.99-77.00 =
C+
Below 60.00 =
F
Course work must be completed with an average of 76% or better to pass the course.
Late theory and clinical assignments will be worth 50% of the actual grade. If an assignment is
more than one week late, a zero will be given for the assignment but submission of the
assignment is still required.
Assessment:
Total Grade:
Class participation = (5 points/day for total of Total points for theory= 300
20 points)
Change Presentation = 30 Points
I made a difference paper = 100 Points
Online Discussion Response #1 = 50 Points
Online Discussion Response #2 = 50 Points
Online Discussion Response #3 =50 Points
Clinical Preceptorship
Pass/Fail
PROCALC EXAM:
No ProCalc exam to completed in this course.
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Students are expected to attend all classroom and clinical hours. (See Student Handbook)
STUDENT CONDUCT:
Great Basin College considers academic honesty one of its highest values. A student who obtains
academic credit for work that is not the product of his or her own effort is being dishonest and
undermining the academic integrity of the college. Students are expected to be the sole authors of their
work. Use of another’s ideas must be accompanied by specific citation and reference. In addition, a
learner may not submit the same work for credit in more than one course. The disciplinary consequences
of plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonest include non-acceptance of work submitted, a failing
grade in the course, and/or or other disciplinary action as outlined in Great Basin College’s Student
Conduct Policy.
ADA STATEMENT:
Great Basin College is committed to providing equal educational opportunities to qualified students with
disabilities in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations, including the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. A qualified student must furnish
current verification of disability. The Students with Disabilities Office, located in Berg Hall, will assist
qualified students with disabilities in securing the appropriate and reasonable accommodations, auxiliary
aids, and services. For more information or further assistance, please call 775.753.2271
Theory Schedule
Nursing 273
Spring 2013
DATE
READING ASSIGNMENT
Tuesday April 2
Module 1: Nursing Management Review syllabus and
0930-1530
ACTIVITIES/TEST DATE
WebCampus theory and clinical
Zerwekh, J. & & Garneau, A.
assignments
(2012)
Chapter 10:
Challenges of Nursing

Case Studies
Management and Leadership

Various activities
Chapter 12:
Effective Communication and
Team Building
Videos:
Chapter 13:

Conflict Management
Critical Thinking, Coping,
and Communication in
Nursing: A Video
Chapter 14:
Orientation for Survival in
the Workplace
Delegation in the Clinical Setting
Online Discussion
Saturday April 6th
Question #1 Due by 2330
Monday April 15th
Module 2: Contemporary
0930-1530
Nursing Practice

0930 Travis Spencer,

Genesis Home Health
1030 Pastor Pat Mecham

1300 Guest Speaker Bailey
Zerwekh, J. & Garneau, A.
(2012)
Chapter 21:
Billington, American Red
Cultural and Spiritual Awareness
Cross, Disaster Readiness
and Response Coordinator
Chapter 25:
Workplace Issues
Chapter 26:
Emergency Preparedness

Case Studies

Various activities
Online Discussion
Saturday April 20th
Question #2 Due by 2330
Monday April 29rd
Module 3: Current Issues in
0930-1130
Healthcare

Case Studies

Various activities

Change Presentation
Zerwekh, J. & Garneau, A.
(2012)
Chapters 15:
The Health Care Organization
and Patterns of Nursing Care
Delivery
Chapter 16:
Economics of the Health Care
Delivery System
Chapter 22:
Quality Patient Care
PowerPoint due
Chapter 24:
Using Nursing Research in
Practice
Online Discussion
Saturday April 27th
Question #3 Due by 2330
Monday May 6th
ATI Comprehensive Predictor
0900-1200
Exam
Must test in Elko
HTC
Monday May 13th
Exit Exam HESI - TBA

“I Made a Difference” Paper
due 5/8/13
Exit Exam HESI
YOU MUST MEET WITH ME
AFTER TAKING THE HESI
TEST WITH YOUR SCORE!!!