Pharmacology for the LPN (LPN 114)

Term: 2020-2021 School Year Spring Term

Faculty

Mrs. Amanda DvanajscakShow MyInfo popup for Mrs. Amanda Dvanajscak

Amanda.Dvanajscak@southeasttech.edu

Educational Background:

BSN- South Dakota State University

MSN, MHA- University of Phoenix

Department:

Department of Nursing/LPN

Position :

For the LPN program I am involved in teaching LPN 101 Intro to Nursing Lab, LPN 131 Med/Surg Lab, Med/Surg Nursing I & II, and a variety of clinical rotations. It is so rewarding to work with students as they begin nursing classes and to watch their growth and as they progress through the program. 

Jen PottratzShow MyInfo popup for Jen Pottratz

Jennifer.Pottratz@southeasttech.edu

Educational Background:

Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing Education Walden University - Minneapolis, MN

Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse-midwifery Frontier Nursing University - Hyden, KY

Bachelor of Science in Nursing South Dakota State University - Brookings, SD

Diploma in Practical Nursing Minnesota West Community and Technical College - Pipestone, MN

Southeast Tech Position:

LPN Instructor

Schedule

Fri, 8:00 AM - 10:50 AM (1/11/2021 - 5/7/2021) Location: SF SULLI 257

Description

This course provides an introduction to pharmacological principles with concern for safety and patient-centered care. This course emphasizes an understanding of the pharmacological action, therapeutic uses, complications, contraindications, precautions, and interactions of selected medications. This course also highlights nursing interventions, administration considerations, and patient teaching to maximize the potential of reaching the therapeutic goal. Opportunities for students to utilize technological resources and work collaboratively to complete assigned tasks are integrated. Prerequisite: ENGL 101 , PSYC 101 , MATH 100, SSS 100, HC 106, HC 117, HC 118, HC 118L