Nursing (N) &
11 courses · College of the Desert · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
N 004 Concepts of Nursing Practice-Acute Complex Alterations in Health
- Units
- 9.5
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 81, Lab Hours: 270
- Prerequisite
- N 003A.
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course students gain knowledge and experience with clients whose optimum level of wellness is altered by acute and complex conditions. Students will gain experience as direct care providers in the acute/critical/emergent and home health care settings utilizing concepts of care management. A materials fee of $20.00 - $50.00 is required for this course to cover lab learning activities.
N 057 Transition to Registered Nursing
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 27, Lab Hours: 54
- Advisory
- BI 013, BI 014, BI 015, ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or college-level composition or equivalent.
This course is designed for licensed vocational nurses (LVN) seeking to transition into the role of a registered nurse (RN). It provides theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for success in the second year of the Associate Degree Nurse (ADN) program. Students will gain a deeper understanding of nursing concepts and refine their clinical skills through both theoretical and hands-on-laboratory experiences. This course is required for application to the LVN to RN program and must occur within 2 years of successful completion of the course. Active and unencumbered California licensure as a LVN/LPN, and current intravenous therapy/blood withdrawal certification required. A materials fee of $90.00-$135.00 is required.
NRN 110 Foundations of Nursing Practice
- Units
- 7
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 63, Lab Hours: 189
- Prerequisite
- BI 013 BI 014 BI 015 ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or college-level composition or equivalent.
This Foundational course introduces students to the organizing framework of the program and to basic concepts of the nursing process. Optimum wellness concepts, and promoting, maintaining, or restoring health for the client are presented in the classroom. Concepts of professionalism, evidenced-based practice, holistic client-centered care, communication, and safety are integrated throughout the course. A course material fee is required for this course and will range in cost between $45-$90. Students entering into the advanced placement option requesting credit for prior learning will receive "credit" as a grade for this course. Limitation on enrollment: Acceptance into the registered nursing program.
NRN 120 Concepts of Nursing: Commonly Occurring Alterations
- Units
- 7
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 63, Lab Hours: 189
- Prerequisite
- NRN 110.
This course focuses on promoting, maintaining, and/or restoring the health of adult clients experiencing commonly occurring alterations in health. Previously learned nursing principles will be used as building blocks to plan holistic care and promote optimal wellness. Program concepts of professionalism, evidenced-based practice, holistic client-centered care, communication, and safety are integrated throughout the course. A course material fee range of $175-$275 covers the lab kit. Students entering into the advanced placement option requesting credit for prior learning will receive "credit" as a grade for this course.
NRN 130 Concepts of Nursing: Mental Health
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 18, Lab Hours: 54
This course focuses on promoting, maintaining, or restoring the health of clients with alterations in mental health. Previously learned nursing principles will be used as building blocks to plan care for the needs of clients. Program concepts of professionalism, evidenced-based practice, holistic client-centered care, communication, and safety are integrated throughout the course. Students are required to travel to various clinical sites. Students entering into the advanced placement option requesting credit for prior learning will receive "credit" as a grade for this course. Limitation on enrollment: Acceptance into the registered nursing program.
NRN 140 Concepts of Nursing: Gerontology
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 18, Lab Hours: 54
This course focuses on promoting, maintaining, or restoring the health of older adult clients. Previously learned nursing principles will be used as building blocks to plan care for the needs of clients. Program concepts of professionalism, evidenced-based practice, holistic client-centered care, communication, and safety are integrated throughout the course. Students are required to travel to various clinical sites. Students entering into the advanced placement option requesting credit for prior learning will receive "credit" as a grade for this course. Limitation on enrollment: Acceptance into the registered nursing program.
NRN 210 Chronic Alterations in Health
- Units
- 7
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 63, Lab Hours: 189
- Prerequisite
- NRN 120.
This course focuses on promoting, maintaining, or restoring health of adult clients with chronic alterations in health. Previously learned nursing principles will be used as building blocks to plan care for the needs of clients. Program concepts of professionalism, evidenced-based practice, holistic client-centered care, communication, and safety are integrated throughout the course. This course includes components for theory, clinical, and lab. A course materials fee range of $150-$250 covers a lab kit. Students will be required to visit various clinical sites. Students requesting credit for prior learning will receive "credit" as a grade for this course. Limitation on Enrollment: Acceptance into the Registered Nursing Program.
NRN 220 Acute Complex Alterations in Health
- Units
- 6.5
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 54, Lab Hours: 189
- Prerequisite
- NRN 210.
This course focuses on promoting, maintaining, or restoring the health of adult clients with acute and complex alterations in health. Previously learned nursing principles will be used as building blocks to plan care for the needs of clients. Program concepts of professionalism, evidence-based practice, holistic client-centered care, communication, and safety are integrated throughout the course. This course includes components for theory, clinical, and lab. A course materials fee range of $10-$75 covers a lab kit. Students will be required to visit various clinical sites. Students requesting credit for prior learning will receive "credit" as a grade for this course. Limitation on Enrollment: Acceptance into the Registered Nursing Program.
NRN 230 Pediatric Health and Wellness
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 18, Lab Hours: 54
This course focuses on promoting, maintaining, and restoring health of the growing child. Emphasis is on the pediatric client whose optimum level of wellness is altered by common conditions. Program concepts of professionalism, evidenced-based practice, holistic patient-centered care, communication, and safety are integrated throughout this course. Students are required to travel to various clinical sites. Students entering into the advanced placement option requesting credit for prior learning will receive "credit" as a grade for this course. Limitation on enrollment: Acceptance into the registered nursing program.
NRN 240 Health & Wellness in Growing Families
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 18, Lab Hours: 54
This course focuses on promotion, maintaining, and restoring health of growing families. Emphasis is on the woman during the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum phases of pregnancy, as well as newborn nursing care. Program concepts of professionalism, evidenced-based practice, holistic patient-centered care, communication, and safety are integrated throughout this course. Students are required to travel to various clinical sites. Students entering into the advanced placement option requesting credit for prior learning will receive "credit" as a grade for this course. Limitation on enrollment: Acceptance into the registered nursing program. Acceptance into the registered nursing program. Traditional pathway nursing students must be in the second year of courses.
NRN 250 Transition to Practice
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 9
- Prerequisite
- NRN 220 or concurrent enrollment.
This course focuses on the role transition from Student Nurse to Professional Nurse. Activities will prepare students to apply for, interview for, and begin employment as new graduate nurses. The program concept of professionalism is the primary emphasis of this course. Limitation on enrollment: Concurrent enrollment and acceptance into the registered nursing program.