L.P.N. REFRESHER COURSE
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The nurse refresher course is a 12 week planned course, that meets 2
evenings a week from 6 PM to 10 PM, for individuals licensed (or whose
license has lapsed
with approval from the Board of Nursing) to practice nursing, who are preparing to
re-enter nursing practice. It includes a review and update of core nursing concepts and
practice principles which include: a review of current HIPPA regulations; infection
control; pharmacology; and legal, ethical, and cultural issues. At the completion of the
course, the participant will be prepared to enter an orientation program at an employing
agency. Clinical experience will be concurrent with theory. Opportunities to practice
procedures in the lab prior to clinical will be available.
Nursing Theory and Laboratory Objectives:
| 1. |
Demonstrate proficiency in fundamental skills. |
| 2. |
Demonstrate physical assessment technique. |
| 3. |
Demonstrate technique for administration of medications by all routes. |
| 4. |
Demonstrate venipuncture technique for the purpose of drawing blood and
starting IV’s and central line dressing changes technique. |
Nursing Clinical Objectives:
| 1. |
Demonstrate proficiency, confidence, and accountability in the clinical
setting. |
| 2. |
Complete documentation according to institutional policy. |
| 3. |
Plan and implement patient care through the application of the nursing
process. |
| 4. |
State pathophysiology and relate pertinent laboratory values to the
diagnosis of assigned client. |
| 5. |
Demonstrate appropriate use of current nursing technology in practice. |
| 6. |
Administer medications safely. |
For Additional Information Contact:
|
Elizabeth Stitley, RN, MSN
Supervisor, Allied Health Programs
Somerset County Technology Institute
North Bridge St. & Vogt Dr.
Bridgewater, NJ 08807 |
|
Phone: 908-526-8900 x 7235
E-Mail: estitley@scettc.org |
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