NURS 501 - Advanced Nursing Practice in the Canadian Context

★ 3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-2) Students will be introduced to the roles and skills needed by advanced practice nurses in the Canadian health care system. Health assessment and psychomotor skills labs using equipment common in Canadian health care settings and discussion of nurse-client communication, health care ethics, and diverse nursing practice roles in both national and international settings comprise the key content. Discussion will also include challenges related to registration and licensure, role of the Internationally Educated Nurse and workplace integration and retention. The course cannot be taken in lieu of N510.