Transition to Practical Nursing Theory (PSW-PN) (7 Weeks)

Course Information

Nursing Transformation – PSW-PN Pathway – In this course, you will examine the transition in role from Personal Support Worker (PSW) to Registered Practical Nurse (RPN). This course will include a simulation bootcamp to assist in the identification of the transition in scope from PSW to RPN. Throughout the theory in this course, you will examine from various lenses the change in role from PSW to RPN. This will include an examination of scope of practice, nursing process, communication and documentation as well as critical thinking, decision-making and clinical judgment. Through the identification of your current scope you will be able to clearly see the transition required in your continued studies to become an RPN.

Intake

Start Date

End Date Aug 20 / 2024

Prerequisite(s):

n/a

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

n/a

Group Work:

n/a

Registering college code:
NC-NURS1706

Host college code:
DUR-NURS6581

How to register

You can register in-person, on-line, by phone, fax or mail.  When registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL 001–not NC-ENL001). For details visit https://www.niagaracollege.ca/parttimestudies/registration/ .

Contact

Bill Groves
Phone : (905) 735-2211 ext. 7606
Email : distance@niagaracollege.ca

100 Niagara College Boulevard
Welland, ON
L3C 7L3

Phone : (905) 735-2211
Fax : (905) 736-6010

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