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progress will be documented for each student throughout the quarter with a final assessment at the end of the quarter which will evaluate the student's overall performance and skill level. VN 300 — Medical -Surgical II — This course is the second phase of medical -surgical nursing theory with focus on advanced pathologies. Discussion will include those health concerns that focus on patient's signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment at various stages during the spectrum of care. Specific systems will be covered in this course: integumentary, musculoskeletal, endocrine, neurological, urinary, and reproductive. In this course student will learn to evaluate and increase their understanding of the inter -relatedness of all body systems in health and disease. VN 250 Practicum II — Clinical Application II — This course is the second set of hands on skills practice, which will be carried out in various medical -surgical settings. The 12 weeks of this term will allow students their second opportunity to increase their proficiency in practical skills as they practice in a supervised setting and are part of various healthcare teams. The student's skills will be monitored and assessed throughout the term with a mid-term and final evaluation of skill proficiency during the term. VN 330 — Nursing in Mental Health — This course offers an overview of the practical nurse's role in the prevention and treatment of mental illness, nursing management of the neurotic and psychotic client, the client with organic brain syndrome, and the subject of suicidal tendencies. Clinical experience consists of primarily observational experience and case studies related to mental health concerns. VN 340 — Leadership & Supervision — This course on leadership and supervision includes classroom instruction, skills lab, and clinical experience in acute care and long-term care facilities. Subject matter includes role transition, legal -ethical requirements within vocational nursing practice act rules and regulations, job seeking skills, variety of care settings, career portfolio, career pathways, management styles, leadership qualities and leadership roles plus patient education. During students' clinical rotations they are required to do team leading and supervision as part of their practicum hours. VN 320 — Nursing in Pediatric Care — This course provides the foundation and theory of pediatric patient care. The focus is on meeting the basic human needs of the pediatric client and their family. During this course, the student will use critical thinking of a therapeutic communication in conjunction with the nursing process. Professionalism and caring are emphasized. The role of the vocational nurse in relation to the concepts of growth and development, health promotion, and illness prevention are discussed and demonstrated. The theories presented in this course are on the most common illnesses and conditions that the nurse is likely to encounter while working with children and their families in the acute care setting. VN 310 — Nursing in Obstetric Care — This course focused on all aspects of the obstetric patient. Discussion in the classroom setting will examine pharmacological agents and their effects on pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Nutritional status of the obstetric patient will be evaluated for relevance and impact on pregnancy and lactation. Care of the newborn and family dynamics will also be explored in order to discuss the importance of bonding in the family unit. Clinical practice will assist in developing and solidifying the role of the vocational nurse in obstetric care. VN 350 Practicum III — Sldlls Application III — This course will span over io weeks and students will experience hands on practice in the various settings. Students will have the opportunity to put theories into practice and use their acquired knowledge to appropriately address patient's needs. Students will be assigned to various medical -surgical related facilities and specialty focused facilities, Ongoing progress will be documented for each student throughout the term with a final assessment at the end which will evaluate the student's overall performance and skill level. VN 375 — NCLEX REVIEW Virtual ATI with a Coach — Apply strategies in preparing nursing students for hcensure success. This course is based on the most current NCLEX NCSBN Test Plan, addressing patient safety, provision of effective care in the healthcare environment, health care promotion and maintenance, physiologic, and psychosocial integrity. Content includes, but not limited to the nursing process, fundamentals of care in nursing, communication with psychiatric clients, and nursing care of children, women of childbearing age, the elderly, and medical surgical patients. We also provide students with Virtual ATI Review at the end of the program and a personal coach is assigned to each student. The study sessions cover essential nursing content that are in line with the NCLEX Test Plans. The student must be given the green light from their ATI Coach before they take the NCLEX test. 51