This course focuses on the baccalaureate-prepared nursing role with emphasis on the following concepts: Clinical judgment, communication, health information technology, health promotion, patient education, professionalism, and teamwork and collaboration, safety, and ethical and legal practice. Competencies required for baccalaureate-prepared nursing practice, including the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) competencies, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice, and the Texas Board of Nursing Differentiated Essential Competencies are explored.