The Critical Care Program is designed to develop RNs, both academically and clinically. Both experienced and new grad RNs may apply. The 12-week course combines lectures, videos and interactive group discussions dealing with critical thinking scenarios/case studies to foster learning. 

Observation of procedures in Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Open-Heart Surgery and skills practice labs will help to prepare the new critical care nurse for this challenging environment. Finally, hands on experience during the clinical rotations with experienced preceptors in critical care in the various ICUs will complete the learning process.

GOALS: The Critical Care Program will:
1. Support the development of a competent and proficient nurse.
2. Build consistent decision-making skills and foster the development of critical thinking skills.
3. Promote adaptation of the novice nurse to the work environment in the critical care arena.

For more information, call Tonya Stribling at (910) 609-4400.