Nursing

Principles of normal nutrition and the interrelatedness of economics, culture and health.

Core curricular concepts including professional values, evidence-based practice, patient centered care, clinical reasoning, therapeutic communication, patient safety and dignity, and scholarly analytical skills are addressed. Examines historical, current and future factors that affect professional nursing.

Examines professional nursing in the context of health care from national and global perspectives. Relationship of core curricular concepts to person-centered care is explored. Impact of healthcare planning, financing and delivery on nursing and global health is discussed.

Exploring how social justice issues affect nursing, patients, and society is integral to developing the nursing profession. Students will examine how differences such as class, gender, and ability contribute to inequalities in healthcare and society.

The basic mechanisms of the pathogenesis of human disease from the molecular, histologic, and systemic perspectives. Emphasis is placed on pathophysiologic conditions commonly encountered in the clinical setting. The influence of age, gender, etiologic agents, genetics, culture, stress, environment, and human behavior on prevention of disease, health promotion, health restoration, and health maintenance are examined. Current diagnostic and treatment modalities used in the clinical setting are discussed.

Exploration of real life issues of college students, with emphasis on personal decision making and values clarification. Substance use/abuse, sexuality, depression, STD/AIDS, stress management.

Health assessment of individuals across the life span, emphasizing the healthy adult. Health history and physical examination are discussed addressing evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning, genetics, genomics, culture, spirituality, ability, disability, sexuality, human development, health teaching, therapeutic communication, safety, and professional values.

In the laboratory setting students apply techniques of health assessment, including gathering health history, assessing body systems, documenting findings, and providing health teaching while incorporating concern for safety, privacy, equity, and dignity within the context of professionalism and person-centered care.

Best practices in professional nursing applied to fundamental patient care skills, including safety, hygiene, activity, nutrition, elimination, sleep, oxygenation, medication administration, and health education are discussed. Using health assessment and clinical reasoning, nursing interventions to meet health care needs of individuals are addressed.

Application of evidence-based fundamental nursing and patient care skills in a variety of settings. Implement nursing interventions to meet basic health needs of individuals in clinical settings.

Application of evidence-based fundamental nursing and patient care skills in a variety of settings. Implement nursing interventions to meet basic health needs of individuals in clinical settings.

Critically examines the use of scientific evidence in nursing practice with emphasis on the use of systematic scholarly inquiry and analytical skills. The process for discovering new scientific evidence across research paradigms and their associated methodologies are examined.

Concepts from College of Nursing philosophy as a framework for professional nursing practice. Standards, guidelines, reports and studies that influence nursing practice and healthcare. Strategies for use of scientific evidence, analytical skills and scholarly work to advance practice.

Nursing Assessment of individuals and families in laboratory and clinical practice.

Comprehensive nursing assessment of individual and families is emphasized. Opportunities to apply clinical skills such as interviewing, data collection, genograms and physical assessment are provided. Evidence-based tools are examined and used in completing assessments. College of Nursing Undergraduate RN-BSN students only.

A classification of pharmacological agents, their actions, dosages, toxicity and interactions related to the physiological variables and life-cycle.

Addresses classifications of selected pharmacological agents using the principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Emphasis on maximizing therapeutic effects and minimizing adverse effects across the lifespan. Application of the nursing process with an emphasis on ethical and safe medication practices.

Nursing theory and clinical application of evidence-based care of adults and older adults experiencing chronic and acute health conditions. Integrates principles of ethical and holistic nursing care. Continuity of care across settings (e.g., acute, chronic, and community) is emphasized. Application of concepts will be accomplished through didactic and clinical learning environments.

Nursing care of individuals and families with psychiatric and mental health needs are examined. Theory and application of therapeutic communication, mental health assessment, health promotion, person-centered care, and family engagement will be accomplished through didactic and clinical learning environments.

Continuation of NUR 3104. Nursing theory and clinical application of evidenced-based care of adults and older adults experiencing chronic and acute health conditions. Integrates principles of ethical and holistic nursing care. Continuity of care across settings (e.g., acute, chronic, and community) is emphasized. Application of concepts will be accomplished through didactic and clinical learning environments.

Person-centered care of women and families. Topics include women's health, prenatal care, the birth process, postpartum care, mental health and wellness, newborn care, intimate partner violence, and women with disabilities. Application of concepts will be accomplished through didactic and clinical learning environments.

Human pathogenesis from the cellular, histologic, and systemic perspectives. Emphasis on pathophysiology that is commonly experienced by the individual and frequently encountered in the clinical setting. The influence of etiologic agents, environment, and human behavior on health maintenance, health restoration, and health promotion.

Nursing care of adults and older adults with age-related acute and chronic health conditions. Ethical and holistic patient centered care focused on providing continuity of care to meet the needs of the patient and family across care settings.

Clinical application of current evidence, therapeutic nursing interventions and principles of teaching-learning for patient centered care of adults and older adults. Continuity of care across care settings, including acute, chronic and community based clinical settings is emphasized.

Nursing care of women and childbearing families across the reproductive spectrum. Focuses on well women health and care of the childbearing family in wellness and in at risk situations, with an emphasis on improving the health of the family.

Clinical application of current evidence, clinical reasoning, nursing judgment and a public health focus when planning, implementing and evaluating patient centered care for women and childbearing families. Clinical practice settings include hospitals, birthing centers, clinics, and other community based sites.

Nursing care of individuals and families with psychiatric and mental health problems. Psychiatric nursing concepts from a biological, psychological, sociological, legal, ethical, policy and advocacy context are examined. Concepts of therapeutic communication, mental health recovery, family as resource are addressed.

Clinical application of nursing interventions for patients, families and groups experiencing mental health issues in hospital and community settings. Focused on integration of concepts of culture, ethnicity, spirituality, genetics/genomics, family and developmental influences on restoration, maintenance and promotion of health.

Provides a foundation for the role of nursing in public health. Examines factors and strategies that influence, promote, and maintain the health of populations locally, nationally, and globally.

An applied study of pharmacological concepts to patients with increasing medical complexity. Addresses classifications of selected pharmacological agents with an emphasis on application of previously integrated concepts of pharmacology, pathophysiology, anatomy and physiology and nursing.

Scholarly activities and analytical skills in examining evidence with application to professional nursing. The process for communication of scholarly findings and scientific evidence will be highlighted including ethical and legal issues related to the development and use of scientific evidence.

Analysis and application of the nursing process and pharmacological principles across the lifespan to safely care for individuals, families, and communities. Addresses classifications of selected pharmacological agents with an emphasis on the management of co-morbidities and polypharmacy in various care settings.

Nursing care of acutely ill adults and older adults with complex health problems. Restoration, maintenance and promotion of health for acutely ill adults and older adults and continuity of care within specialized settings and across care settings is emphasized.

Clinical application of clinical decision making skills, clinical reasoning and nursing judgment in caring for adults and older adults with complex health problems. Focus is on provision of evidence based, patient centered care, patient safety, dignity and interprofessional collaboration.

Nursing care of children, adolescents and families in community based and acute care settings. Emphasis is placed on family, social, cultural, religious and developmental factors on health promotion for well, acutely ill and chronically ill children and adolescents.

Clinical Application of clinical decision making, clinical reasoning and nursing judgment in caring for children, adolescents and families in acute care and community based settings. Focus is on providing evidence based, patient centered care to maintain, restore and promote health.

Nursing theory and clinical application of evidenced-based care of acutely ill adults and older adults with complex health problems. Focus is on the provision of evidence-based, safe person-centered care, dignity, and interprofessional collaboration. Application of concepts will be accomplished through didactic and clinical learning environments.

Nursing care for individuals, families, communities and populations. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and evaluating population based interventions to promote health. Consideration is given to populations experiencing chronic health problems being cared for in the home and community.

Clinical application of evidence based nursing care in community based settings that provide home care or ambulatory care for individuals, families, communities, and populations of all ages. Application of health promotion strategies for populations to maintain or improve health.

Impact of health policy, health care financing and economics, legislative and regulatory authority on nursing practice and the health care delivery system. Societal and professional issues influencing nursing practice and the nurse as an active participant in policy are examined.

Care of children and adolescents in community-based and acute care settings. Emphasizes family, social, cultural, religious, and developmental influences on well, acutely ill, and chronically ill children and adolescents. Application of concepts will be accomplished through didactic and clinical learning environments.

Principles of leadership, management and organizational processes in nursing practice and in health care systems. Nursing's responsibility for quality, patient safety, professional values, accountability, and interprofessional collaboration is emphasized.

Clinical application of principles of leadership and management and organizational processes in nursing practice. Field work experiences may include acute care, long-term care, home health, and community based settings.

Cultural influences on health beliefs and practices are examined. Implications for providing culturally sensitive nursing care to diverse individuals, groups and communities are addressed.

The nurse as leader and advocate in health policy are examined. Topics include professional identity formation, health care economics, quality and safety initiatives, legislation impacting practice, social and structural determinants of health, and health care delivery. Issues affecting practice, education and scholarship will be examined.

Nursing care in the community for individuals, families, and populations. Emphasis is placed on the health-illness continuum and community and public health standards of best practice, utilizing the nursing process to promote health, prevent disease, and reduce health disparities. Application of concepts will be accomplished through didactic and clinical learning environments.

Synthesis of core curricular concepts with an exploration of topics related to the transition to professional nursing practice. Emphasis on professional identity development, establishing habits of lifelong learning, obtaining licensure, and success in initial employment

Integration of previously acquired clinical skills, leadership concepts, therapeutic communication, and clinical judgment in the provision of person-centered, evidence-based care of diverse populations. Precepted experiences will occur in various settings. Focus is the transition of the student into a professional nursing role.

Opportunity for focused study of selected topics, such as current issues and trends in nursing and healthcare.

Study or project development in a special interest area in nursing under faculty guidance. Includes tutorial sessions as necessary. Registration with the permission of the Dean.

An in-depth study of the major cancers and the nurse's role in the common modalities for the treatment of cancer.

The health care delivery system in the United States.

Identify appropriate therapeutic and behavioral interventions for health and mental illness management. Emphasis on the use of self to build a therapeutic relationship with client/patients across the lifespan to identify treatment goals and recognize progress toward achievement.

First of two parts that examine the neurobiological and clinical presentation of commonly seen mental health conditions and their diagnostic classification. Provides the foundation for appropriate psychopharmacological agents for therapeutic interventions in conjunction with behavioral interventions.

Second of two parts that examine the neurobiological and clinical presentation of commonly seen mental health conditions and their diagnostic classification. Continued emphasis on the appropriate diagnostic assessment of psychopharmacological agents for therapeutic interventions in conjunction with behavioral interventions.

To prepare for clinical practice, this course explores the mental and physical health needs of clients/patients and families across the lifespan. Psychotherapeutic interventions and clinical experiences are emphasized. NUR 8410 Practicum l is taken concurrently.

Supervised clinical practice to begin applying advanced practice psychiatric mental health nursing theories and interventions across the lifespan for common mental and behavioral health issues. The focus is on establishing therapeutic rapport and managing self in a therapeutic manner.

Continuing to prepare for clinical practice, this course addresses the content required to understand the complexity of assessing and managing the varied strategies required to support client/patient care across the lifespan. NUR 8412 Practicum ll is taken concurrently.

Building on the previous practicum course, emphasis is focused on the intermediate/maintenance phase of clinical practice. Students begin to build independence in their clinical practice. NUR 8411 Management in Psych ML ll is taken concurrently.

Continuing to prepare students for clinical practice, assignment/cases continue to grow in complexity and depth and require expanded understanding of managing mental health disorders across the lifespan. NUR 8414 Practicum lll is taken concurrently.

Building on previous practicum courses, emphasis is on the termination/outcome assessment phase of clinical practice. Attention to continued complexity of cases and appropriate discharge or transfer to other providers. NUR 8413 Management in Psych MH lll is taken concurrently.

Dynamics, culture and politics of health care organizations and nursing care systems.

Nursing environmental phenomena, sociocultural, economic and political factors influencing the health care of specific client aggregates and communities.

Clinical practice across the life span including technological, pharmaceutical and ethical/legal practices and their impact on nursing practice.

Directing and controlling the delivery of health care services across the continuum.

Fundamental Practice of Nursing Anesthesia.

Pharmacology and the use of anesthetic agents and adjunct drugs.

Physics and Physical laws related to anesthesia.

Anatomy related to physiochemical mechanisms governing cardiovascular and respiratory functions.

Anatomy related to physicochemical mechanisms governing cardiovascular and expiratory functions.

Adjunct agents in anesthesia.

Clinical application of theoretical knowledge related to management of patients with complex illness.

Professional issues, roles and responsibilities of nurse anesthetists.

Clinical application of theoretical knowledge related to management of patients with complex illnesses.

Adjunct agents in anesthesia.

Clinical application of theoretical knowledge related to management of patients with complex illnesses.

Inorganic and organic chemistry related to anesthesia administration.

Clinical application of theoretical knowledge related to management of patients with complex illnesses.

Adjunct agents in anesthesia.

Clinical application of theoretical knowledge related to management of patients with complex illnesses.

Professional issues, rights and responsibilities in Nurse Anesthetists.

Clinical application of theoretical knowledge in management of patients with complex illnesses.

Professional issues, rights and responsibilities of Nurse Anesthetists.

Contemporary, new, and emerging advanced research designs are presented. Indications for use, advantages, and limitations of all designs are addressed. Select statistical procedures associated with varied designs are discussed. Students will develop research questions and plan studies using advanced designs.

Fourth in a sequence of courses that provide structure for development of the dissertation proposal.