Vocational Nursing (VN)
VN 010 Vocational Nursing I Units: 9
This course introduces concepts related to the role of the vocational nurse, basic skills, legal and ethical issues, critical thinking, culturally congruent care, pharmacology, fluid/electrolytes, communication and confidentiality. A foundation in normal growth and development including the gerontologic client and end of life care is presented. Using a nursing process format, care of clients with alterations in various body systems is covered.
Lecture Hours: 162 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: ENG 061 & HS 013 & HS 062 & HS 067 & PSY 001; Corequisite: VN 010L
Advisory: None
Limitation on enrollment: Acceptance to the Vocational Nursing Program
Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
VN 010L Vocational Nursing I Lab Units: 7
This course provides an opportunity for the practice and application of skills needed to meet the clients' basic needs and the maintenance of optimum wellness. Students care for clients with common alterations in the function various body systems. Learning experiences are provided in the on-campus lab and various clinical sites. A materials fee of $50.00 - $90.00 is required for this course to cover lab learning activities.
Lecture Hours: None Lab Hours: 378 Repeatable: No
Grading: Pass/No Pass
Prerequisite: HS 013 & HS 062 & HS 067; Corequisite: VN 010
Advisory: None
Limitation on enrollment: Acceptance to the Vocational Nursing Program
Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
VN 020 Vocational Nursing II Units: 9
Building on the concepts presented in VN 010, this course discusses content related to care of the surgical client and alterations in function of gastrointestinal, urinary, reproductive, neurologic, and spinal cord. Students are also introduced to leadership, supervision of the VN. Introduction to maternity nursing, clients ante, intra and postpartum. Healthy newborn and alterations related to the newborn.
Lecture Hours: 162 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: VN 010 & VN 010L; Corequisite: VN 020L
Advisory: None
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
VN 020L Vocational Nursing II Lab Units: 7
This course provides opportunity to care for clients with alterations in various body systems and across the life span including the pregnant woman and family. Students will practice in a variety of health care settings.
Lecture Hours: None Lab Hours: 378 Repeatable: No
Grading: Pass/No Pass
Prerequisite: VN 010 & VN 010L; Corequisite: VN 020
Advisory: None
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
VN 030 Vocational Nursing III Units: 5
This course builds on all concepts from previous semesters. Students will focus on the care of children with various health care needs. The course concludes with concepts to aid the student transition to the role of professional vocational nurse.
Lecture Hours: 90 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: VN 020 & VN 020L; Corequisite: VN 030L
Advisory: None
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
VN 030L Vocational Nursing III Lab Units: 4
This course is a continuation of skills that were acquired in VN 010 and VN 020. Students apply concepts of team leading and management skills to care for clients of all ages. Students meet the needs for the hospitalized child and clients experiencing labor, delivery, and postpartum.
Lecture Hours: None Lab Hours: 216 Repeatable: No
Grading: Pass/No Pass
Prerequisite: VN 020 & VN 020L; Corequisite: VN 030
Advisory: None
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
