18 courses with the subject NURS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
NURS 110Nutrition and Wellness1.00
This course explores the sources, chemical composition, and metabolic behavior of nutrients. Nutritional requirements for a balanced diet are examined as well as the consequences of excesses and deficiencies. Students use nutrition tools and guidelines to make sound food choices, learn how to read food labels, and consider factors affecting food consumption. Class activities increase students' awareness of a healthy diet, help students evaluate nutrition behaviors, and facilitate a nutritionally sound lifestyle. Offered annually. Does not count toward major, but is a prerequisite for the nursing major. OLE Core Requirement: Natural Science.
This course provides a foundation in holistic health assessment strategies across the lifespan, emphasizing the integration of individual, environmental, and systemic factors. Learners engage in a blend of lectures and weekly laboratory sessions, where they practice clinical interviewing, physical examination techniques, and the differentiation between normal findings and abnormal variations. By the end of this course, learners will be able to perform a complete physical and psychosocial assessment for diverse populations. Students attend lectures plus one two-hour laboratory per week. Offered annually in the spring semester. Prerequisites: open to sophomore nursing majors only; concurrent enrollment in NURS 212.
This classroom-based course transforms nursing from a series of tasks into a rigorous scientific discipline. By exploring historical milestones and theoretical frameworks, learners develop a professional identity rooted in evidence-based practice. Through inquiry-based learning and critical reflection, learners bridge the gap between abstract theory and holistic, patient-centered care. By the end of this course, learners will be able synthesize these concepts to inform professional practice. Offered annually in the spring semester. Prerequisites: open to sophomore nursing majors only; concurrent enrollment in NURS 211.
This course focuses on basic concepts and principles of pharmacology, emphasizing the nurse's role in the medication administration process. Learners engage in case-based scenarios, interactive dosage calculations, and patient education exercises. By the end of this course, learners will have foundational knowledge for safe medication administration. Offered annually in the fall semester. Prerequisites: for nursing majors: open to junior nursing majors only; completion of NURS 211 and NURS 212 with grades of C or above; concurrent enrollment in NURS 311.
This course focuses on fundamental knowledge for nursing practice. Students examine core concepts of physiological integrity, adaptation, and the delivery of basic care and comfort. Learners engage in classroom instruction with hands-on clinical rotations, simulation, and laboratory experiences. By the end of this course, learners are able to demonstrate competency in basic nursing skills while progressing towards competency in performing holistic patient assessments. Prerequisites: Open to junior nursing majors only; NURS 211 and NURS 212 with grades of C or above; concurrent enrollment in NURS 310.
This course explores the specialized nursing care of childbearing families, emphasizing a holistic, family-centered approach to reproductive and newborn health. Students engage in high-fidelity simulations and clinical rotations to bridge theoretical knowledge with practice, fostering critical thinking in prenatal and postpartum settings. By the end of this course, learners will be able to provide safe, evidence-based nursing interventions that promote optimal health outcomes for both the birthing person and neonate within the family unit. Offered annually in the fall semester. Prerequisites: open to senior nursing majors only; NURS 314 with grades of C or above; concurrent enrollment in NURS 315 and NURS 316.
Students examine social, psychological, and biological aspects of aging within the context of holistic nursing. Application of knowledge and skills using gerontological principles for prevalent health problems experienced by older adults is emphasized. The course incorporates instruction and feedback for developing oral communication through the practice of interpersonal communication skills. Clinical experiences focus on elder care in a variety of community settings. Offered annually in the fall semester. NURS 212 with grades of C or above; concurrent enrollment in NURS 310.
NURS 314Medical-Surgical Nursing I Across the Lifespan
This course is the first of a two-part sequence dedicated to the holistic care of medical-surgical patients across the lifespan, emphasizing the integration of pathophysiology and therapeutic nursing interventions. Learners engage in classroom instruction with hands-on clinical rotations, simulation, and laboratory experiences. By the end of this course, learners will be able to demonstrate competency in utilizing assessment findings to inform patient care while progressing towards competency in prioritizing and implementing entry-level nursing interventions. Offered annually in the spring semester. Prerequisites: open to junior nursing majors only; NURS 310 and NURS 311 with grades of C or above.
NURS 315Medical-Surgical Nursing II Across the Life Span
This course is the second of a two-part sequence dedicated to the holistic care of medical-surgical patients across the lifespan, emphasizing the integration of pathophysiology and therapeutic nursing interventions. Learners engage in classroom instruction with hands-on clinical rotations in specialty care settings, simulation, and laboratory experiences. By the end of this course, learners will be able to demonstrate competency in implementing entry-level nursing interventions while progressing towards competency in evaluating the effectiveness of interventions. Offered annually in the fall semester. Prerequisites: open to senior nursing majors only; NURS 314 with grade of C or above; concurrent enrollment in NURS 312 and NURS 316.
This course focuses on health promotion and disease prevention at the individual, community and systems levels. It emphasizes collaboration, communication, data analysis and advocacy to address and improve real-world health outcomes. Learners gain and apply knowledge through community-based clinical placements, classroom learning, and simulation. By the end of this course, learners will demonstrate competency in core concepts of public health nursing. Course completion allows students to register as a Public Health Nurse in Minnesota. Offered annually in the fall semester. Prerequisites: open to senior nursing majors only; NURS 314 with grade of C or above; concurrent enrollment in NURS 312 and NURS 315.
This course focuses on psychiatric mental health nursing across the lifespan. This course explores the mental health-illness continuum and evidence-based treatments to address complex biopsychosocial needs. Through classroom instruction, clinical rotations and simulations, students will become proficient in therapeutic communication and evidence-based interventions. By the end of this course, students can safely manage diverse mental health disorders and optimize patient outcomes in any clinical setting. Offered annually in the spring semester. Prerequisites: open to senior nursing majors only; NURS 312, NURS 315, and NURS 316 with grades of C or above; concurrent enrollment in NURS 318, NURS 319, and NURS 399.
This course explores contemporary nursing leadership and management, focusing on organizational systems, interprofessional teamwork, and quality improvement to enhance patient outcomes. Students engage in active learning through case studies, collaborative projects, and a 120-hour clinical capstone that bridges theory with real-world practice. By the end of this course, learners will be able to manage diverse healthcare teams while implementing systemic strategies to improve care delivery in complex clinical environments. Offered annually in the spring semester. Prerequisites: open to senior nursing majors only; NURS 312, NURS 315, and NURS 316 with grades of C or above; concurrent enrollment in NURS 317, NURS 319, and NURS 399. OLE Core Requirement: OLE Experience in Practice.
This simulation-based course emphasizes the care and management of patients with multiple health conditions across the lifespan. Students synthesize and apply prior learning to care for simulated patients with complex needs. Simulations offer students a supportive environment for the enhancement and evaluation of their nursing practice. By the end of this course, learners will be prepared to deliver safe, evidence-based care in their professional nursing career. Offered annually in the spring semester. Prerequisites: open to senior nursing majors only; NURS 312, NURS 315, and NURS 316 with grades of C or above; concurrent enrollment in NURS 317, NURS 318, and NURS 399.
This course focuses on preparation for the national licensure exam (NCLEX-RN), emphasizing test-taking strategies, practice assessments, and the use of individualized performance data. Learners engage in faculty-led discussions, guest speakers, and an interactive 3-day NCLEX-RN preparation seminar. By the end of this course, learners will be able to implement an evidence-based study plan to successfully obtain licensure for entry-level nursing practice. Offered annually in the spring semester. Prerequisites: open to senior nursing majors only; NURS 312, NURS 315, and NURS 316 with grades of C or above; concurrent enrollment in NURS 317, NURS 318, and NURS 319.
