Introduction to Nursing Concepts & Health Care

This course is the study of contemporary nursing in relation to historical development, nursing theory, social trends, and healthcare changes. The student explores influences of the past on present day nursing, health care settings, trends and legislation, challenges and issues for today’s nurse and future predictions for nursing. Students will integrate concepts of diversity, equity and inclusion in discussion of patient-centered care. Successful completion of this one-credit course with a “C+” or higher is required.