Academic Calendar 2026-27 
    
    Apr 30, 2026  
Academic Calendar 2026-27

NURS 112 - Registered Nursing As Scholarly Practice


Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
Restricted to students in Practical Nurse to Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing 
Learners start their transition from the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) role to the Registered Nurse (RN) role by fostering a scholarly approach to nursing practice. Learners explore the legal, ethical, and professional dimensions of their evolving roles and responsibilities. They develop critical thinking, inquiry, and reflective skills while strengthening their professional identity. Learners focus on regulated professional obligations, historical and contemporary influences on nursing, and Indigenous perspectives on care. By the end of this course, learners will describe the RN role and the foundational knowledge necessary to provide exemplary, person-centered care in diverse healthcare settings.

Pre or Co-requisites
One of: