End-of-program student learning outcomes

Upon completion of the curriculum, the graduate will:

1. Practice as a beginning health care team member within the framework established by the State Nurse Practice Act.
2. Recognize each person holistically with physiological, emotional, social and spiritual needs, which must be considered for adaptation on the health- illness continuum.
3. Differentiate basic patient needs, which can be met by the LPN from those patient needs, which must be referred to other members of the health care
4. Assist the registered nurse with the development, implementation and revision of the nursing care plan to meet the patient's needs.
5. Perform appropriate nursing interventions accurately and safely; based on scientific principles.
6. Evaluate own effectiveness in the delivery of patient
7. Promote therapeutic interpersonal relationships through demonstration of a positive attitude and caring verbal and non-verbal communication.
8. Recognize the necessity of continuing education to promote personal growth and professional development.
9. Work cooperatively with health care disciplines and community resources to deliver optimum care to assigned patients.