Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the diploma program in Practical Nursing will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Provide care for patients across the life span and their families within the practical nursing role.
• Demonstrate the ability to make reasonable clinical judgments through the use of the nursing process.
• Demonstrate the ability to work as an effective member of the interdisciplinary team in a collaborative environment.
• Utilize effective communications techniques with individuals, families, and members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrate caring by recognizing the patient's holistic needs and promoting the patient's values and choices.
• Assume responsibility and accountability in the practice of practical nursing as defined by the Georgia Nurse Practice Act and professional standards of the practical nurse.
• Demonstrate the personal and professional ethics and interpersonal skills that are expected in the workplace.