PNV 1914 Transitions What is Nursing Transitions This

PNV 1914 Transitions

What is Nursing Transitions? �This course further develops decision making skills and promotes an interest in continued professional development. �Discusses Legal aspects of nursing and employment opportunities and responsibilities as well as preparation for the State Board Exam will be included. �Identify factors promoting a smoother transition from the role of student to graduate and employee. Number 1 – Successful completion of the practical nursing program!

PNV 1914 Course Syllabus �The following is the syllabus for the Transitions course that is only taught during the Summer semester of the Practical Nursing Education program. �Your status as an Alternate Placement student qualifies you to receive credit for previously learned objective, but requires you to fulfill the same objectives. Thus, the Alternate Placement Packet given to you in Orientation bridges any gaps in content.

� COURSE NUMBER AND NAME: PNV 1914 Nursing Transition � � CATALOG DESCRIPTION: This course prepares the student for role transition and the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN). (4 sch: 3 hr. lecture, 1 hr. clinical) � � CREDIT/CONTACT HOURS: 14 sch: 6 hr. lecture, 6 hr. lab, 2 hr. clinical. Total instructional hours for the course: 90 hr. lecture, 180 hr. lab, 90 hr. clinical � � Prerequisites: Successful progression from previously enrolled PNE courses or Z credit for PNV 1444 � � TEXTBOOKS: � � Foundations and Adult Health Nursing, Mosby Elsevier - Seventh edition � HESI Practice Quizzes and Exams, Case Studies � Drug Guide for Nurses - With CD, FA Davis, Fourteenth edition � � SUPPORTING MATERIALS: Flash drive for Job-Seeking Skills Assignment, 1” three ring binder for clinical assignments. Textbooks for Practical Nursing Education Handbook, Northeast Student Handbook and College Catalog. � � TEACHING METHODS: Lecture, Class Discussion, Unit Outlines, Power Point Presentations, Videos, Computer Programs, and Lab Demonstrations � � ATTENDANCE: See Practical Nursing Handbook � � CELL PHONE USE: See Practical Nursing Handbook

Competencies and Suggested Objectives 1. Understand the process of transitioning from a student to the role of an entry-level Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). LPN 1, LPN 6, LPN 7 a. List areas of employment and common job responsibilities of an entry-level LPN in various health-care settings. b. Review the role of the LPN and the interdisciplinary team in relation to collaboration, management, supervision, delegation, prioritization, client assignments, and conflict resolution. c. Prepare for employment as an entry-level LPN. 2. Understand ethical and legal aspects of nursing practice and licensure. LPN 1, LPN 6, LPN 7 a. Review the Nurse Practice Act and how it relates to the practical nurse. b. Emphasize the responsibilities of the Board of Nursing. c. Complete an application for NCLEX-PN and licensure. 3. Understand professional-development concepts. LPN 1 a. Discuss responsibilities and characteristics related to career success. b. Discuss professional organizations for the practical nurse. c. Describe the role of continuing education for maintaining standards of care. d. Complete a self‑evaluation to identify strengths and weaknesses. 4. Prepare for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN). LPN 1, LPN 2, LPN 3, LPN 4, LPN 5, LPN 6, LPN 7, LPN 8 5. Demonstrate the role of an entry-level LPN in a clinical setting. LPN 1, LPN 2, LPN 3, LPN 4, LPN 5, LPN 6, LPN 7, LPN 8 a. Use, contribute to, or assist the registered nurse (RN) in developing a plan of care to meet basic health needs, and provide client care under the direction of qualified health professionals. b. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for the purpose of improving client outcomes. c. Utilize data from various sources in making clinical decisions. d. Organize and prioritize care for clients. e. Perform the skills taught in PNV 1444 and PNV 1524 in the clinical setting.

Professional Nursing Organizations �MLPNA: Mississippi LPN Association http: //mslpn. org/membership. html �National Federation of Licensed Practical Nursing http: //www. nflpn. org/ �NAPNES: National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service, INC. http: //www. napnes. org/about. htm �There are many other professional organization that you can become a member

Self Evaluation �In order to best be prepared for the job market, you must know your strengths and weakness. Highlight your strengths on your resume and work on your weaknesses. �Preform the personality test at the following link: �https: //www. 123 test. com/strengths-weaknessesanalysis/

�Look at your results and at the bottom of the result page, you will have a link to email the results to yourself. Do this and forward to Mrs. Perrigo via Canvas inbox by Tuesday, January 16 th. Add to the email your two strongest personality factors, which are the two scores further away from 50 either high or low. There are five factors – I scored highest in Agreeableness and Extraversion.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AND SUCCESS

Mississippi �According to The Henry Kaiser Family Foundation website, MS has 11, 373 active LPNs in MS. Plans are in place to remove a separate IV certification. �MSLPN membership is $75 per year. Annual conference is held in Biloxi each year in April. MSLPN offers competitions for students and IV recertifications online for LPNs. They were instrumental in lobbying

�To stop legislation to allow Personal Care Assistants to administer medications.

Job Outlook �Employment of LPNs is expected to grow 14 percent between 2006 and 2016, faster than the average for all occupations, in response to the long-term care needs of an increasing elderly population and the general increase in demand for health care services. � 2006: 749, 000 � 2016: 854, 000

Salary �Go to http: //www. indeed. com/salary? q 1=LPN&l 1=Mississippi&t m=1 Salary estimated from 610 employees, users, and past and present job advertisements on this site in the past 12 months average of $18. 06 per hour. Last updated: May 25, 2017. �What is the average annual salary for Licensed Practical Nurse? How much does a Licensed Practical Nurse make? The median annual Licensed Practical Nurse salary is $45, 663, as of March 31, 2017, with a range usually between $41, 522 -$51, 121, however this can vary widely depending on a variety of factors.

�http: //www. nursegroups. com/salaries/LPN/MS

EMPLOYMENT AREAS �LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES �HOSPITALS �PUBLIC HEALTH AND HOME CARE �COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS �PRIVATE DUTY �TRAVEL NURSING �HOSPICE CARE

�SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS �MENTAL HEALTHCARE AND PSYCHIATRIC SETTINGS �GROUP HOMES FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY DELAYED �CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES �PHYSICIAN’S, NURSE PRACTITIONER’S OFFICES

�AMBULATORY/SHORT-SHORT SURGERY CENTERS �SCHOOL NURSE �HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS/INSURANCE COMPANIES �TELEHEALTH �INDUSTRY NURSING

�ARMED FORCES �PARISH NURSES �HEAD START PROGRAMS �WEIGHT-LOSS CLINICS �CAMP PROGRAMS �CRUISE SHIPS/LARGE RESORTS/RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES/ASSISTED LIVING CENTERS

�WORKING OVERSEAS �UNITED BLOOD SERVICE �RED CROSS �MISSIONARY WORK �HABITAT FOR HUMANITY �VOLUNTEERS IN SERVICE TO AMERICA

SPECIALIZED EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES �ALLIED HEALTH AND PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM EDUCATORS �OPERATING ROOMS �DIALYSIS CENTERS �HYPERBARIC MEDICINE �PHARMACEUTICAL SALES �DENTAL OFFICES �VETERINARY CLINICS

�CHIROPRACTIC CLINICS �ACUPUNCTURE CENTERS �OPHTHALMOLOGY AND OTHER SPECIALTY CLINICS, PARTICULARLY THOSE THAT PERFORM SURGERIES OR OUTPATIENT PROCEDURES. EX. BIOPSIES, COLONOSCOPY, ORAL SURGEONS, ETC.

�EMERGENCY RESCUE �SELF-EMPLOYMENT

�www. facebook. com – Join the PN Education Association at Northeast Mississippi Community College. Faculty and graduates post job openings to this site for the members.

�Using Foundations and Adult Health Nursing, 7 th Edition, Cooper and Gosnell, Chapter on Professional Roles and Leadership, (Depending on ebook or paper copy, Chapter 57 or 40). Read the chapter and answer the questions on the Nursing Transition Worship Quiz given to you in Orientation. Turn in to Mrs. Perrigo by Tuesday, January 16 th.