Hybrid Class on Tuesdays 12:30 -2:30 pm. (See course schedule for specific dates)
This course is taken second semester of the program. It provides an introduction to historical development in nursing, the conceptual framework and philosophy of the nursing program. It is designed to present an understanding of nursing in the community and develop a recognition of the needs and methods available for health care.
RNUR 1106 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
1.Describe effective communication with clients and health care team members.
2.Describe attributes of caring in a person-centered nursing environment.
3.Demonstrate essential components of health and wellness promotion.
4.Identify the nurse’s role in collaboration with the health care team in various settings.
5.Identify current roles and trends in the management of care of resources in various health care settings.
6.Identify the legal aspects of the Nurse Practice Act.
Topical Outline
1. Community Health
2. Professional Nursing Roles
3. Spiritual Health
4. Culture and Ethnicity
5. Nurse Practice Act
6. Health and Wellness
7. Health Care Delivery
Learning/Teaching Methods:
· Reading assignments
· Online lecture, guest speakers, and discussion post questions
· Cooperative learning groups for projects and presentations
· Written assignments
· Quizzes
· Tests
· Multimedia
Faculty Contact Information
Contact by email or phone for appointments
Email- mkyrouac@kcc.edu or egalloway@kcc.edu
Course Information
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe effective communication with clients and health care team members.
- Describe attributes of caring in a person-centered nursing environment.
- Demonstrate essential components of health and wellness promotion.
- Identify the nurse’s role in collaboration with the health care team in various settings.
- Identify current roles and trends in the management of care of resources in various health care settings
- Identify the legal aspects of the Nurse Practice Act.
- Community Health
- Professional Nursing Roles
- Spiritual Health
- Culture and Ethnicity
- Nurse Practice Act
- Health and Wellness
- Health Care Delivery
Textbook(s)
Potter, P. A. and Perry, A. G. (2026). Fundamentals of Nursing (12th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Mosby, Inc.
**Online quizzes and final quiz will cover content from this textbook.
Tests and quizzes
(*Refer to Nursing Policy for Tests and/or Quizzes in Nursing Handbook)
Students are expected to take all tests at the date and time scheduled (see class schedule for dates and class times). The student must notify the instructor of an absence prior to test time. Make-up tests must be completed within one week of the missed test (prior to the start of class). The make-up test may be in an alternate format, including an essay exam. The student must notify the instructor of when they will make up the test so that it will be available in KCC’s Testing Center. (See KCC’s website for the Testing Center’s hours). Failure to follow the make-up test guidelines will result in a recorded “0” (zero) for the test.
Quizzes may not be made up. Students who are late in posting/submitting quizzes will receive a zero for the quiz and will not have the opportunity for make-up. Students who are absent for the class times when guest speakers are scheduled, will not be able to submit/receive points for the guest speaker portion of the quizzes. Online quizzes will cover course content from the textbook, online lectures, and quest speakers. Extenuating circumstances will be considered with submission of proper documentation and will be reviewed by the faculty member and the Director of Nursing.
Students are reminded that there is to be no discussion of test content/questions outside of class. Completion of such notes or discussions will be viewed as cheating and will result in disciplinary action. There will be no review of the Comprehensive Final Quiz.
Grading Scale:
89.5-100% = A
83.5-89.4% = B
80-83.4% = C
< 80 = F
A grade between 79.5 and 79.9 WILL NOT be rounded up to obtain a passing grade. The student must achieve an 80% to pass.
Possible Points/Approximate % for Grade Calculation – (Work must be submitted on date/time to receive points)
Online Quizzes 30 pts (23.1%)
NPA Questions (2) and Online Post (3) 5 pts ( 3.9%)
Windshield Survey Assignment 25 pts (19.2%)
Cultural Assignment 25 pts (19.2%)
Health Fair Assignment 25 pts (19.2%)
Comprehensive Final Quiz 20 pts (15.4%)
Total Possible Points 130 pts (100 %)
Minimum points required (80%): 104 points
Health Careers
Dean, Brad Wood; 815-802-8815; M107; bwood@kcc.edu; Division Office – W102; 815-802-8800
Attendance Policy
Regular attendance is required in accordance with the Kankakee Community College regulations as described in the catalog. Students who are absent from the (online) classroom on guest speaker days will receive a zero for the online portion of the quiz regarding the guest speaker content and will not have the opportunity for make-up. The student is responsible for his/her own learning with guidance provided by the instructor. The student is also expected to: 1) complete all assigned readings before class time; 2) meet set deadlines; 3) fully and actively participate in team projects; and 4) participate in discussions.
Students are expected to participate in online coursework and attend class as per the course schedule.
-Group assignments are due on the due date assigned. Three points will be deducted for late group assignment submissions. If the student/s is/are unable to submit the assignment, the work will only be accepted if the student/s has/have made arrangements with the instructor prior to the due date.
-Please see the Nursing Student Handbook for nursing program policies.
-Students must maintain a minimum grade of 80% to obtain a grade of C.
Continuity of Knowledge and Courses
Nursing knowledge is cumulative and builds from one course to the next. Students will be responsible for recalling and applying content taught in previous nursing and prerequisite courses. This content is testable at any time.
Communication
The student is responsible for checking email communications/announcements/course work from the instructor in CANVAS on a regular basis. Faculty members are available during the posted office hours and location. Faculty member’s purpose during office hours is to be available for students with questions, course related problems, or discussion. Taking advantage of one-on-one time with faculty members is highly recommended and is an opportunity to assist in your academic success.
Miscellaneous
Please bring any attendance forms for instructor signature to the instructor’s table at the beginning of each class period and pick them up at the end of class.
Course Calendar will be distributed in class in paper form and will also be posted in the course module.
College Policies, Resources and Supports
For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non- Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu under the Academic Regulations & Conduct Guide.
KCC offers various academic and personal resources for all students. Many services are offered virtually, as well as in person. Please visit Student Resources - Kankakee Community College to access student resources services such as:
- Clubs and organizations
- Counseling and referral services
- Office of disability services
- Student complaint policy
- Transfer services
- Tutoring services, etc.
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|Course syllabus/calendar is subject to change.