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NURS 172 - Nursing Fundamentals-Skills & Practicum (clinical)


Credits: (2)
This clinical course offers hands-on experience in assessing, planning, and implementing care for individuals in long-term care settings, emphasizing clinical competence, ethical considerations, and effective communication. Gain a solid foundation in delivering compassionate, person-centered and culturally congruent care to the elderly and chronically ill, while applying critical thinking, problem-solving, and cultural humility essential for nursing practice.

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Skagit Valley College RN program. Please see entry requirements on the Nursing website page at https://www.skagit.edu/academics/areas-of-study/health-sciences/nursing/.