This practical course builds on the theory and practice from Levels One and Two or Access. Through classroom, laboratory, simulation, and other practice experiences, learners will continue to develop and practice comprehensive nursing assessment, planning and developing knowledge and interventions for clients experiencing multiple health challenges.
Prerequisites
NURS 2007 or NURS 2107.
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What you will learn
- Comprehensive Health Assessment: Assessment and care of the mental health client, Assessment and care of the postpartum client, Assessment and care of the newborn.
- Clinical Decision Making:
Applying the nursing process with clients across the lifespan, Applying clinical decision making tools to clients across the lifespan, Lab (diagnostic) values, Incorporating evidence-informed practice, Incorporating clinical practice guidelines, Analyzing and interpreting data, Individualizing nursing care plans across the lifespan - Nursing Interventions: Risk management, Surgical wound management (assessment cleansing and irrigation), Assessment of insertion sites ( including PIC and CVC lines), Infusion therapy 1, Blood and blood products (checking client identification, monitoring infusion, responding to blood reactions), Catheterization
- Medication administration: Mental health medications across the lifespan, Pediatric/maternal medications,
Pain management of: the mental health client, The maternity client, the Pediatric client
Immunizations across the lifespan - Context-specific reporting and documentation
Leadership competencies
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42044 |
February 10, 2026 to April 9, 2026 |
Lecture Lab |
VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60547 |
May 5, 2026 to July 2, 2026 |
Lecture Lab |
VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.