Registered Nursing - NURS
30 courses · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
NURS B30 Pathophysiology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of BIOL B32 or equivalents with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of BIOL B33 or equivalents with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of BIOL B16 or equivalents with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to the fundamentals of pathophysiology with a focus on the physiologic changes and in the human body resulting from disease processes. Topics include the basic etiology and pathogenesis of disorders by body system, as well as treatments, manifestations, and mechanisms of disease across the lifespan. Diagnostic procedures, preventative measures, and examples of current therapeutic practices are also explored. Note: Not open to student that have successfully completed BIOL B34.
NURS B40 Foundations of Nursing Practice
- Units
- 4.5
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This Level 1 course introduces the concepts of the professional nurse, nursing skills, beginning leadership, health care environment, growth and development across the lifespan, basic physiologic and human needs in health and illness, and providing a safe environment. Beginning critical thinking skills are emphasized, within the framework of the nursing process. Correlated clinical experiences are provided with adult patients who have basic health problems with predictable outcomes. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are introduced and integrated throughout the course.
NURS B41 Nursing Care of the Medical Surgical Patient 1
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This level 1 course introduces medical surgical nursing concepts and practices as they relate to adult clients across the lifespan. Using the nursing process as the framework, the student will begin to recognize alterations in function or illness, and formulate age appropriate nursing interventions. Correlated clinical experiences are provided with adult patients who have basic health problems with predictable outcomes. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are introduced and integrated throughout the course.
NURS B42 Pharmacology for Nursing Practice
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This Level 1 course provides the foundation knowledge base related to pharmacology in nursing, including both theoretical and mathematical aspects. The course uses the nursing process as the framework, and addresses the roles of provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession. Fundamental principles of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, legal and ethical issues, and nursing responsibilities are covered. Information regarding intravenous drug administration is limited to pharmacokinetics. The drug classes most commonly used in clinical practice are presented. Additionally, information regarding basic mathematical calculations related to medication administration is introduced.
NURS B43 Nursing Care of the Medical Surgical Patient 2
- Units
- 5.5
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours, 162 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This Level 2 course focuses on the development of the knowledge base and skills to care for patients across the lifespan, in various settings, who have higher acuity and more complex nursing needs. The nursing process is the framework for identification and treatment of health problems, and other concerns. Correlated clinical experiences emphasize clinical decision making, patient care management, including prioritization of care, and development of psychomotor skills. Leadership and management knowledge and skills are integrated in both the theory and clinical components. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are integrated throughout the course.
NURS B44 Nursing Care of the Psychiatric-Mental Health Client
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 81 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This Level 2 course provides an introduction to Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, using the nursing process as the framework to promote psychosocial integrity within the context of the health illness continuum across the life span. Emphasis is on therapeutic interactions and communications, bio-psychosocial rehabilitation and therapeutic use of self. Correlated clinical experiences will provide opportunities for students to participate in therapeutic activities in a variety of mental health settings. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are integrated in both the theory and the clinical components.
NURS B45 Transition to Registered Nursing
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 27 lab hours
This Level 3 course designed for the LVN who is pursing licensure as an RN or the RN who wants to update skills to re-enter the workforce. The focus is on the development of critical thinking skills, physical assessment, the nursing process, role transition, and clinical skill competencies. The roles of provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession are integrated throughout the course. The lab correlates with the didactic portion and provides an opportunity for application of concepts in the Nursing Skills lab.
NURS B46 Nursing Care of the Medical Surgical Patient 3
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours, 135 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This level 3 course focuses on the application of previously learned knowledge as well as the development of more in-depth knowledge for adult patients across the lifespan who have more diverse and complex disease states. The nursing process is the framework used in this course to present topics, such as leadership, critical thinking, pharmacology and safety. Correlated clinical experiences are provided with adult patients who have increasingly complex outcomes. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are integrated and analyzed throughout the didactic and clinical experiences.
NURS B47 Nursing Care of Maternal Newborn Patients
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 81 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This Level 3 course provides a foundation for theoretical and technical knowledge base while caring for the contemporary family centered childbirth. Parent/newborn issues are viewed from a nursing process approach for the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal client. Correlated clinical experiences emphasize clinical decision making, patient care management, including prioritization of care, and development of psychomotor skills. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are integrated in both the theory and the clinical components.
NURS B48 Nursing Care of Children and Adolescents
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 81 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This Level 3 course provides a foundation for Nursing Care of Children and Adolescents using growth and development concepts as a framework for presenting problems and special concerns of the pediatric client. Communication, anticipatory guidance, response to hospitalization, legal and ethical issues and health care of pediatric clients are discussed. Correlated clinical experiences emphasize clinical decision making, patient care management, including prioritization of care, and development of psychomotor skills. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are integrated in both the theory and the clinical components Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program and appropriate standing in the Nursing Program are required.
NURS B48WE Work Experience Education
- Units
- 1-14
- Hours
- 54-756 activity hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
College credit for nursing related learning experiences obtained on the job in accordance with a training plan developed cooperatively between the employer, college, and student. One credit hour of community college work shall require a minimum of 54 hours of total student work. Work experience credit may accrue at the rate of 1 to 14 credits per enrollment term for a total of 14 credits. Repetition allowed per Title 5 55253.
NURS B49 Nursing Care of the Medical Surgical Patient 4
- Units
- 7
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours, 243 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This Level 4 capstone course focuses on the integration of knowledge and skills, through analysis and synthesis. The nursing process is used as the framework for providing nursing care to patients who have critical and complex medical conditions. Correlated clinical experiences emphasize refinement of clinical decision-making, formulating and revising priorities of care; psychomotor skills and patient care management. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of Profession are integrated to promote success in transitioning from student to entry level Registered Nurse.
NURS B51 LVN to ADN Role Transition
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 27 lab hours
This course is designed to support nursing students in defining their personal goals and practices that will assist in their successful transition from licensed vocational nurse to registered nurse. The student will incorporate principles of adult learning to develop teaching-learning strategies, professional behaviors, interpersonal communication, and math calculation skills. Students will utilize assessment skills, therapeutic communication, cultural competence, critical thinking and reasoning skills, and application of concepts to safely implement the nursing process. Students will prioritize patient needs and include evidence based practice principles to develop a holistic patient centered plan of care. Students will demonstrate effective time management and organizational skills and explore principles associated with legal-ethical nursing practice. Technology will be utilized to enhance personal and patient learning, gather data, and communicate effectively with the healthcare team. The lab correlates with the didactic portion and provides an opportunity for application of concepts in the Nursing Skills lab.
NURS B60A Perioperative Nursing
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
This perioperative nursing course, adopted from the AORN (Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses) Periop 101 course, is designed to prepare registered nurses and level 3 and 4 registered nursing students, with no previous perioperative experience for entry into perioperative nursing practice. The course provides the basic knowledge and clinical skills necessary to function independently in an entry-level perioperative nursing position. The curriculum is based on the latest, evidenced-based guidelines for perioperative practice and is presented using a combination of lecture, hands-on skills, and clinical experiences. Topics include an introduction to perioperative nursing practice, related core nursing skills, teamwork in the perioperative setting, the operating room environment, and standards for aseptic technique and surgical patient safety. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed NURS B60.
NURS B61NC Registered Nursing Level 1 Essentials
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 9 lecture hours
This level 1 course introduces the Bakersfield College ADN Handbook and explores the roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession that will be introduced and integrated throughout the nursing program. This course will examine study skills, test taking skills and integrating learning styles into preparing for a class and exam. This course is intended for students who have applied to and been accepted into the Bakersfield College Registered Nursing Associate of Science Program.
NURS B64NC Level 4 RN Program Essentials
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
This Level 4 course focuses on reviewing and practicing previously acquired knowledge and skills. Students will explain and demonstrate selected previously acquired skills. This process will include, but not be limited to, observation, case studies, and simulation. The emphasis will be on refinement of clinical decision-making, prioritization, psychomotor skills, and patient care management.
NURS B65NC LVN to RN Program Essentials
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
This course will provide information and skills that will the facilitate success of any Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) entering the LVN to Registered Nursing Associate Degree of Science Program or the Registered Nursing Associate of Science Program. This course will provide an overview of the Registered Nursing Program expectations and will orient the student to the learning management system and other required technology, provide success strategies, introduce care planning, and review skills and medical math.
NURS B66NC LVN to RN Skills Refresher Course
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 9 lecture hours
This course will provide information and skills that will facilitate the success of any LVN that enters the LVN to Registered Nursing Associate Degree of Science Program or the Registered Nursing Associate of Science Program. This course will include an overview of the level one skills, med math, and care planning.
NURS B80A Nursing Learning Lab 1
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 lab hours
An open entry/open exit course designed for self-paced practice and mastery of nursing skills and concepts necessary for providing safe client care throughout the program. This course is provided as an adjunct to the level one foundations and medical surgical courses. This level one course provides instructional guidance to assist students to refine newly acquired skills and concepts, and to develop the competency level expected of entry level nurses. Subsequent enrollment in additional semesters will offer the student an opportunity for additional skill and competency development within the associated subject matter. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed NURS B201A.
NURS B80B Nursing Learning Lab 2
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 lab hours
An open entry/open exit course designed to help students master nursing concepts necessary for developing a plan of care for patients with expected and unexpected outcomes. This course is intended as an adjunct to the level two medical surgical nursing course and psychiatric nursing course. This level two course builds upon content from level one curriculum and provides instructional guidance to assist students to refine and apply newly acquired skills and concepts. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed NURS B201B.
NURS B80C Nursing Learning Lab 3
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 27 lab hours
An open entry/open exit course designed to help students master nursing concepts necessary for developing a plan of care for patients with increasingly complex outcomes. This course is intended as an adjunct to the level three medical surgical nursing course. This level three course builds upon content from level one and two curriculum and provides instructional guidance to assist students to refine and apply newly acquired skills and concepts. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed NURS B201C.
NURS B80D Nursing Learning Lab 4
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 27 lab hours
An open entry/open exit course designed to help students master nursing concepts and skills, necessary to develop an appropriate plan of care for complex, unstable patients. This course is intended as an adjunct to the Level Four medical surgical nursing course and builds upon content from Levels One through Three curricula. Instructional guidance is provided to assist students to refine and apply newly acquired concepts and skills, and develop the competency Level expected of entry level RNs. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed NURS B201D.
NURS B90NC Practical Vaccine Administration and Injection Training
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 7 lecture hours, 2 lab hours
This is a 9 hour course designed for students with a background in nursing, allied health, and the medical sciences who are interested in learning and practicing correct technique to safely administer intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections and vaccines. This course will also benefit community members who administer prescribed medications, via injection, to themselves or family members. This is not a certification course. The legality of administering vaccines and injections is determined by the laws and regulations governing scope of practice and will be discussed in this course. This course will include 7 hours of theory and 2 hours of hands-on lab experience.
NURS B91A Neonatal Nursing
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
This neonatal nursing course, adopted from the AWHONN (Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses) NEOP (Neonatal Orientation & Education) program is designed to prepare registered nurses and level 3 and 4 registered nursing students, with no previous neonatal experience, for entry into neonatal nursing practice for both low-risk and high-risk neonates. This course provides an evidence-based, up-to-date curriculum to build a foundation for clinical practice. The course provides the basic knowledge and clinical skills necessary to function independently in an entry-level neonatal nursing position. The curriculum is presented using a combination of lectures, hands-on skills, and clinical experiences. The lab portion of the course will be completed in the NICU of our local hospital partners and the BC simulation laboratory.
NURS B91B Perinatal Nursing
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
This perinatal nursing course, adopted from the AWHONN (Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses) PEOP (Perinatal Orientation & Education program is designed to prepare registered nurses and level 3 and 4 registered nursing students, with no previous perinatal experience for entry into perinatal nursing practice. The course provides the basic knowledge and clinical skills necessary to begin functioning independently in an entry-level perinatal nursing position. The curriculum is based on the latest, evidence-based guidelines for perinatal practice and is presented using a combination of lectures, hands-on skills, and clinical experiences. The course provides the theoretical knowledge needed to provide care to women planning a family; in the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum periods; and newborns in the first few days of life. The laboratory component of the course will be completed in maternal newborn units of our local hospital partners and in the BC nursing simulation laboratory.
NURS B93AN Clinical Faculty Essentials
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
This course introduces licensed nurses to the new role of clinical faculty including student learning outcomes, curriculum in ADN, VN, and NAT programs, requirements from the Board of Registered Nursing, Board of Vocational Nursing & Psychiatric Technicians, California Department of Public Health and requirements of the programs, department, and college. This course will include adult learning theory, how to provide meaningful feedback, grading clinical paperwork, filling out forms for student documentation of performance and areas of concern. Quality Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) competencies with application for nursing students and TeamSTEPPS will be discussed to improve patient safety through communication. This course prepares licensed nurses to teach in nursing programs as clinical faculty.
NURS B94NC Review of Maternal Newborn Nursing
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
This Level 3 course provides a comprehensive review of maternal and newborn nursing. Parent/newborn issues are viewed from a nursing process approach for the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal clients. Coordinated exercises emphasize the development of clinical judgment. The process of recognizing and analyzing cues, prioritization of care, and evaluation of outcomes is applied to a variety of care management scenarios. This course is designed as a review course for learners who have previously successfully completed the full course, including the clinical component, or transfer students who have successfully completed a vocational nursing program and obtained licensure from their state.
NURS B95NC Review of Child and Adolescent Nursing
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
This level 3 course provides a comprehensive review of child and adolescent nursing. Using growth and development concepts as a framework for presenting problems and special concerns of the pediatric patient. Communication, anticipatory guidance, response to hospitalization, legal and ethical issues, and health care of pediatric clients are discussed. Coordinated exercises emphasize the development of clinical judgment. The process of recognizing and analyzing cues, prioritization of care, and evaluation of outcomes is applied to a variety of care management scenarios. This course is designed as a review course for learners who have previously successfully completed the full course including the clinical component or transfer students who have successfully completed a vocational nursing program and obtained licensure from their state.
NURS B96NC Review of Mental Health Nursing
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
This Level 2 course provides a comprehensive review of Mental Health Nursing. Emphasis is on therapeutic interactions and communications, bio-psychosocial rehabilitation, and therapeutic use of self. Coordinated exercises emphasize the development of clinical judgment. The process of recognizing and analyzing cues, prioritization of care, and evaluation of outcomes is applied to a variety of care management scenarios. This course is designed as a review course for learners who have previously successfully completed the full course including the clinical component.
NURS B99 Strategies for Success in a Nursing Program
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours
This course will provide information and skills that facilitate student success in any college-level course as well as in the allied health programs. An overview of the registered Nursing program requirements and expectations are discussed. Career options, time management skills, budget management, personal values, and cultural diversity are additional topics of exploration. Note: This course satisfies the 0.5 unit educational planning requirement for graduation from Bakersfield College.