This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2004-2005 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
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In the event of conflict between the printed version and the online version, the
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Effective date of this course calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2004 to Aug. 31, 2005.
Graduate Nurse Refresher
Offered at Surrey Campus
Start date: Monthly
Limited Enrolment
Description
This individualized, self-paced Graduate Nurse program is
designed to meet the needs of nurses who wish to refresh their
knowledge and skills in preparation for either returning to active
practice or for practicing in an acute or sub-acute environment.
Career Opportunities
This program prepares the graduate to practice nursing by meeting
the refresher course requirement for registration with the RNABC.
Once registered, nurses are prepared to work in a variety of areas
including medical-surgical units, and long-term care facilities
throughout BC. Some nurses who have previous experience may
work in specialty areas such as pediatrics, maternal-child, mental
health as well as in the community.
This program also prepares nurses to move into an acute or sub-
acute environment from long term care.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Current registration with RNABC, or eligible for nurse registration in BC. with or without a refresher course;
English language assessment if initial nursing education program was not in Canada (written TOEFL 550 or Computer TOEFL 213, SLEP 61, TSE 50);
An interview with the Program Coordinator or designate may be required.
Course Requirements
Prior to enrolling in GNUR 1210 applicants must meet the following requirements:
CPR certificate - Level C certificate. CPR certification must remain current throughout the course.
Immunizations consistent with the requirements of clinical agencies.
A criminal record search completed six months prior to registering for the program.
A criminal record check is required by the Registered Nurses Association of British Columbia prior to registration as a nurse and is a pre-practice requirement of some of the clinical agencies used during the program. Any costs related to having this check done are the responsibility of the individual student. The Registered Nurses Association may refuse to register any person who has been convicted of an indictable offence. Applicants with any criminal convictions should request advice from the Associate Dean of Community and Health Studies at Kwantlen, or from the Registrar of the Registered Nurses Association before making formal application for admission to the program.
Clinical Agency Requirements: Some agencies may require students to take an Oath of Confidentiality. If any practice experience agencies require proof of current immunizations, all costs and responsibilities associated with these are the responsibility of the individual students. Failure to have documentation acceptable to the agency at the time of placement may mean denial of the experience, which in turn will prevent completion of the program of studies.
Content
The program admits students on a monthly basis. When studying
full time, the student can complete the Theory course in five to six
months and the Preceptorship course in a minimum of 160 hours.
Student participation is required in eleven workshops throughout
the program for orientation, assertiveness and psychomotor skill
upgrading.
GNUR 1100 Theory
RNABC entry level competencies, along with the Allen Model of
Nursing, provides the framework for the study materials. The
topics of study have been divided into three categories.
1. Specific (Theory A)
Theory A consists of modules based on the Allen Nursing model.
The modules include: nursing theory and conceptual model; health
promotion; nursing process; degenerative process; cell aberration;
infectious process; perioperative nursing; congenital and metabolic
disorders; immunology; separation; mental health; community
health.
2. General (Theory B)
Theory B modules include: introduction to health assessment;
physiology; pharmacology; interpersonal aspects; growth and
development; professional responsibilities; mathematical skills.
3. Specialty Topics
These are designed to facilitate adaptation of the student to a new
or changing work environment. The modules include: mental
health disorders; oncology; gerontology, home care, pediatrics,
obstetrics, health professionals as entrepreneurs and trauma. Each
student is required to study gerontology and home care.
The student determines the sequence in which the modules will be
completed and multiple choice examinations are written at the
University College.
GNUR 1180 Lab and Workshop
The student attends a series of six labs and five workshops once
they have completed a self-study module on clinical nursing skills.
One multiple choice exam and skills testing are required prior to
completing the course.
In addition to tuition fees, students will spend up to approximately
$1,500 for textbooks, course materials, uniforms, etc., for the entire
program. Students are also responsible for providing their own
transportation to the clinical experience.
Graduation
Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded
a Citation in Graduate Nurse Refresher.
Graduate Nurse Faculty
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