Austin Community College
Spring 2010 - ALL COURSES
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Updated: 05/27/2010 08:26:27
NURSING (VOCATIONAL)
12 Week Session January 19 - April 18
VNSG 2331 Advanced Nursing Skills
P+ [6/10] 03567 Lec 001 EVC 9229 W 8:00am - 3:00pm OH Dudley, Stacy
Lab 001 EVC 8248 W 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sections 04103, 04133, 03567, 03568, 03569, 03570 and 03571 are a live Interactive
Video Class (IVC). Instructor may be at either site for class meetings.
P+ [5/10] 03568 Lec 002 EVC 9229 W 8:00am - 3:00pm OH Miller, Kimberly
Lab 002 EVC 8248 W 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sections 04103, 04133, 03567, 03568, 03569, 03570 and 03571 are a live Interactive
Video Class (IVC). Instructor may be at either site for class meetings.
P+ [8/10] 03569 Lec 003 EVC 9229 W 8:00am - 3:00pm OH Belk, Shirley
Lab 003 EVC 8242 W 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sections 04103, 04133, 03567, 03568, 03569, 03570 and 03571 are a live Interactive
Video Class (IVC). Instructor may be at either site for class meetings.
P+ [8/10] 03570 Lec 004 EVC 9229 W 8:00am - 3:00pm OH Hall, Yolanda
Lab 004 EVC 8248 W 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sections 04103, 04133, 03567, 03568, 03569, 03570 and 03571 are a live Interactive
Video Class (IVC). Instructor may be at either site for class meetings.
P+ [6/10] 03571 Lec 007 EVC 9229 W 8:00am - 3:00pm OH McCrary-Marshall, Sandra
Lab 007 EVC 8242 W 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sections 04103, 04133, 03567, 03568, 03569, 03570 and 03571 are a live Interactive
Video Class (IVC). Instructor may be at either site for class meetings.
P+ [4/10] 04103 Lec 005 FBG 5B W 8:00am - 3:00pm OH Jernigan, Georgia
Lab 005 FBG TBA W 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sections 04103, 04133, 03567, 03568, 03569, 03570 and 03571 are a live Interactive
Video Class (IVC). Instructor may be at either site for class meetings.
P+ [7/10] 04133 Lec 006 FBG 5B W 8:00am - 3:00pm OH Jernigan, Georgia
Lab 006 FBG TBA W 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sections 04103, 04133, 03567, 03568, 03569, 03570 and 03571 are a live Interactive
Video Class (IVC). Instructor may be at either site for class meetings.
16 Week Session January 19 - May 16
VNSG 1160 Clinical - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Training: Introductory
P+ [6/10] 07843 Cln 001 EVC HOSP TBA OH Hall, Yolanda
P+ [6/10] 07844 Cln 002 EVC HOSP TBA OH Scott, Tiffany
P+ [6/10] 07845 Cln 003 EVC HOSP TBA OH Pellegrino, Valerie
P+ [5/10] 07846 Cln 004 EVC HOSP TBA OH Dunn, Lois
P+ [6/10] 07847 Cln 005 EVC HOSP TBA OH McCrary-Marshall, Sandra
P+ [7/10] 07848 Cln 006 EVC HOSP TBA OH McCrary-Marshall, Sandra
VNSG 1219 Leadership and Professional Development
P+ [28/40] 07849 Lec 001 EVC 8362 T 8:00am - 9:50am OH Almasy, Nina
VNSG 1230 Maternal-Neonatal Nursing
P+ [28/40] 07851 Lec 001 EVC 8362 T 10:00am - 11:50am OH McCrary-Marshall, Sandra
VNSG 1234 Pediatrics
P+ [28/40] 07853 Lec 001 EVC 8362 T 1:00pm - 2:50pm OH Withrow, Anne
VNSG 1304 Foundations of Nursing
P+ [32/50] 07855 Lec 002 EVC 8362 Th 8:00am - 11:00am OH Scott, Tiffany
VNSG 1400 Nursing in Health and Illness I
P+ [7/10] 07856 Lec 001 EVC 8362 W 8:00am - 11:50am OH Hall, Yolanda
Lab 001 EVC 8362 W 1:00pm - 1:50pm
P+ [7/10] 07857 Lec 002 EVC 8362 W 8:00am - 11:50am OH Scott, Tiffany
Lab 002 EVC 8362 W 1:00pm - 1:50pm
P+ [6/10] 07858 Lec 003 EVC 8362 W 8:00am - 11:50am OH Pellegrino, Valerie
Lab 003 EVC 8362 W 1:00pm - 1:50pm
P+ [9/10] 07859 Lec 004 EVC 8362 W 8:00am - 11:50am OH Recek, Patricia
Lab 004 EVC 8362 W 1:00pm - 1:50pm
P+ [7/10] 07860 Lec 005 EVC 8362 W 8:00am - 11:50am OH McCrary-Marshall, Sandra
Lab 005 EVC 8362 W 1:00pm - 1:50pm
VNSG 1423 Basic Nursing Skills
P+ [8/10] 07861 Lec 001 EVC 8106. T 8:00am - 10:50am OH Hall, Yolanda
Lab 001 EVC 8248 T 12:00pm - 3:50pm
P+ [8/10] 07862 Lec 002 EVC 8106 T 8:00am - 10:50am OH Scott, Tiffany
Lab 002 EVC 8242 T 12:00pm - 3:50pm
P+ [7/10] 07863 Lec 003 EVC 8106 T 8:00am - 10:50am OH Pellegrino, Valerie
Lab 003 EVC 8248 T 12:00pm - 3:50pm
P+ [5/10] 07864 Lec 004 EVC 8106 T 8:00am - 10:50am OH Shelton, Mary
Lab 004 EVC 8242 T 12:00pm - 3:50pm
P+ [8/10] 07865 Lec 005 EVC 8106 T 8:00am - 10:50am OH McCrary-Marshall, Sandra
Lab 005 EVC 8248 T 12:00pm - 3:50pm
VNSG 1461 Clinical - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Training: Intermediate
P+ [5/10] 07866 Cln 001 EVC HOSP TBA OH Dudley, Stacy
P+ [6/10] 07867 Cln 002 EVC HOSP TBA OH Benton, Kristin
P+ [6/10] 07868 Cln 003 EVC HOSP TBA OH Brimberry, Jennifer
P+ [8/10] 07869 Cln 004 EVC HOSP ThF 7:00am - 3:00pm OH Cwik, Christine
P+ [6/10] 07870 Cln 005 EVC HOSP ThF 7:00am - 3:00pm OH Belk, Shirley
P+ [3/10] 04014 Cln 006 FBG HOSP ThF 7:00am - 3:00pm OH Jernigan, Georgia
Sections 04014 and 04023 are a live Interactive Video Class (IVC). Instructor may
be at either site for class meetings.
P+ [7/10] 04023 Cln 007 FBG HOSP ThF 7:00am - 3:00pm OH Jernigan, Georgia
Sections 04023 and 04014 are a live Interactive Video Class (IVC). Instructor may
be at either site for class meetings.
VNSG 1509 Nursing in Health and Illness II
P+ [31/40] 07871 Lec 007 EVC 9229 T 8:00am - 1:50pm OH Cwik, Christine
Sections 07871 and 04068 are a live Interactive Video Class (IVC). Instructor may
be at either site for class meetings.
P+ [10/40] 04068 Lec 001 FBG 5B T 8:00am - 1:50pm OH Jernigan, Georgia
Sections 04068 and 07871 are a live Interactive Video Class (IVC). Instructor may
be at either site for class meetings.
VNSG 2463 Clinical - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Training: Maternal-Child and Leadership
P+ [7/10] 07872 Cln 001 EVC HOSP WTh 7:00am - 3:00pm OH Withrow, Anne
P+ [8/10] 07873 Cln 002 EVC HOSP WTh 7:00am - 3:00pm OH Almasy, Nina
P+ [7/10] 07874 Cln 003 EVC HOSP WTh 7:00am - 3:00pm OH Milstone, Cynthia
P+ [6/10] 07875 Cln 004 EVC HOSP WTh 7:00am - 3:00pm OH McCrary-Marshall, Sandra
8 Week Session January 19 - March 14
VNSG 1115 Disease Control and Prevention
P+ [7/40] 03154 OPC 001 HYD Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Recek, Patricia
03154 Internet acccess required. This is a hybrid section which means that part
of the course instruction is in a classroom, the other is by the Internet (Online).
Students must be computer literate to enroll. P. Recek, 223.5779, patr@austincc.edu
- Attend MANDATORY onsite orientation Wed Jan. 20, 2-4pm EVC 8307. Two MANDATORY
onsite test dates at EVC 8307: Wednesday on Feb.10 from 3-4pm AND Thursday on
March 11 from 1-2pm.
VNSG 1115 Disease Control and Prevention
Study of the general principles of prevention of illness and disease, basic microbiology, and the maintenance of aseptic conditions. Topics will include characteristics of microorganisms; types of microorganisms; the "chain of infection"; the actions of pathogens in the body; body's defenses against infection; immune process; resistance and susceptibility to infection; infection and the nursing process; hand washing and standard precautions for blood and body fluid; and, purposes and types of isolation. Prerequisite: BIOL 2404, HPRS 1206 and HPRS 2300.
VNSG 1160 Clinical - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Training: Introductory
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. With emphasis on critical thinking and caring behaviors, the student is introduced to the role of the vocational nurse as provider of care, coordinator of care, and member of a profession. Clinical experiences provide the opportunity for students to apply foundational nursing concepts and basic nursing skills necessary to practice safe care of the elderly client. Prerequisite: BIOL 2404, HPRS 1206 and HPRS 2300. Corequisite: VNSG 1400 and VNSG 1423.
VNSG 1219 Leadership and Professional Development
Study of the importance of professional growth. Topics include the role of the licensed vocational nurse in the multi-disciplinary health care team, professional organizations, and continuing education. The course will also include content related to beginning leadership and management skills and legal and ethical concerns affecting the practice of vocational nursing and preparation for licensure. Prerequisite: VNSG 1510 and VNSG 2462. Corequisite: VNSG 1230, VNSG 1234 and VNSG 2463.
VNSG 1230 Maternal-Neonatal Nursing
Utilization of the nursing process in the assessment and management of the childbearing family. Emphasis on the bio-psycho-socio-cultural needs of the family during the phases of pregnancy, childbirth, and the neonatal period including abnormal conditions. The student will utilize critical thinking and a systematic problem-solving approach to plan for the basic care needs of the childbearing family during the prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods. The student will also integrate the teaching needs of the childbearing family into the plan care. Prerequisite: VNSG 1510 and VNSG 2462. Corequisite: VNSG 1219, VNSG 1234 and VNSG 2463.
VNSG 1234 Pediatrics
Study of childhood diseases and childcare from infancy through adolescence. Focuses on the care of well and ill child utilizing the nursing process. Disease processes are considered within the framework of the growth and development of the well and ill child. Emphasis is placed on learning the critical thinking skills required to provide nursing care to children and families experiencing acute, long-term and/or terminal illnesses. Prerequisite: VNSG 1510 and VNSG 2462. Corequisite: VNSG 1219, VNSG 1230 and VNSG 2463.
VNSG 1304 Foundations of Nursing
Introduction to the nursing profession including history, standards of practice, legal and ethical issues and the role of the vocational nurse. Topics include the vocational nurse as provider of care, coordinator of care and member of a profession; mental health; therapeutic communication; cultural and spiritual diversity; introduction to the nursing process; elements of critical thinking; elements of caring behaviors; holistic awareness-human needs and stress and adaptation; elements of professional behavior to include accountability, responsibility, and honesty. Also included is an introduction to the client (patient) care team and the health care system: agencies, financing, and trends. Prerequisite: BIOL 2404, HPRS 1206 and HPRS 2300.
VNSG 1400 Nursing in Health and Illness I
Introduction to general principles of growth and development, primary health care needs of the client across the life span, and therapeutic nursing interventions. Other topics will include concepts of health and illness, adjusting to loss, care of persons with chronic illnesses and rehabilitative needs, and an introduction to principles of health teaching. Prerequisite: BIOL 2404, HPRS 1206 and HPRS 2300. Corequisite: VNSG 1423 and VNSG 1160.
VNSG 1423 Basic Nursing Skills
Mastery of entry level nursing skills and competencies for a variety of health care settings. Utilization of the nursing process as the foundation for all nursing interventions. Prerequisite: BIOL 2404, HPRS 1206 and HPRS 2300. Corequisite: VNSG 1400 and VNSG 1160.
VNSG 1461 Clinical - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Training: Intermediate
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. With emphasis on critical thinking and caring behaviors, the student develops skills in the role of the vocational nurse as provider of care, coordinator of care and member of a profession. Clinical learning experiences provide opportunities for students to apply medical surgical theory and concepts and advanced nursing skills necessary to practice safe care of the middle aged and elderly client experiencing common healthcare problems. Prerequisite: VNSG 1304, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1115, VNSG 1423, VNSG 1160. Corequisite: VNSG 1509 and VNSG 2331.
VNSG 1509 Nursing in Health and Illness II
Introduction to common health problems requiring medical and surgical interventions. The course focuses on health promotion and health maintenance of middle-aged and elderly persons. Application of the nursing process and critical thinking skills to provide nursing care to diverse clients while offering opportunities for collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary health care team. Content includes common, but specific medical/surgical problems, sociological needs, and the adaptation to internal and external influences. Prerequisite: VNSG 1304, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1115, VNSG 1423, and VNSG 1160. Corequisite: VNSG 1461 and VNSG 2331.
VNSG 2331 Advanced Nursing Skills
Mastery of advanced level nursing skills and competencies in a variety of health care settings utilizing the nursing process as a problem-solving tool. Prerequisite: VNSG 1304, VNSG 1400, VNSG 1115, VNSG 1423, and VNSG 1160. Corequisite: VNSG 1509 and VNSG 1461.
VNSG 2463 Clinical - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Training: Maternal-Child and Leadership
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. With emphasis on critical thinking and caring behaviors, the student experiences the role of the vocational nurse in the obstetric and pediatric setting. Clinical experiences in acute care and community settings provide opportunities for the student to synthesize pediatric and obstetric concepts to provide safe care to children and the childbearing family. The vocational nursing role of coordinator of care is expanded as the student develops beginning leadership and management skills in selected clinical environments. Prerequisite: VNSG 1510 and VNSG 2462. Corequisite: VNSG 1219, VNSG 1230 and VNSG 1234.