61 courses with the subject NR, 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.
NR 212Human Sexuality Across the Life Span. (U) One Unit. This is a survey course designed to provide
the student with an Evidenced Based background on human sexuality. Historical and research perspectives reintegrated throughout the course as well as discussion and examination of differing viewpoints and current issues. The course may be applied to the minor in gender studies. Offered periodically. NR 224 Nutrition and Health. (L) (O) One unit. This nutrition course is combined with MI200Microbiology to meet the requirements for an ILC. It is designed to provide nursing and health science students with a comprehensive understanding of the role of nutrition in healthcare, emphasizing the critical importance of nutrition in patient care and overall well-being. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will develop the skills necessary to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nutritional care for patients across the lifespan. Finally, it looks at the cultural and religious factors that may impact one’s nutritional and health status. Offered fall, spring and summer semesters. NR 517 Comparative Healthcare Practices. (U) One unit. This course requires one week of travel during Spring Break to a practice site identified as a community in need of Nursing intervention. There are a minimum of 35 theoretical, clinical and cross cultural hours experienced at the practice site. Five hours of pre and post sessions include: theoretical foundation on the population’s health/culture needs; debriefing and reflective learning. The practice site under the direction of course faculty in collaboration with a Non-Government Organization (NGO). Offered in the Spring or alternative selected time. 248 / 445
NR 356Medical Dosage and Calculation. This course prepares health professionals to calculate oral0.5
and parental drug dosages with a focus on safety and accuracy. Three systems of measurement and conversion are practiced. This course also provides a psychomotor skills laboratory experience. The understanding of drug orders and drug labels with calculation accuracy is emphasized by clinical scenarios and examples. Offered in the fall semester. Lab fee required.
NR 490Reflective Tutorial—Senior Practicum. (Sr. Learning community) (L) (WW) One and a half unit
This senior capstone course is to be taken in the last semester prior to graduation. The Nursing process is used to promote, restore, and maintain the health states of individuals, families, and groups. Students develop independence under the direct guidance of a selected agency RN preceptor. Students cultivate the development of their professional role by using leadership abilities to become an active member of the healthcare team, a patient advocate, and a coordinator of health care. Students reflect upon their experiences in seminar via oral and written communication. Offered fall and spring semester. Lab fee required.
NR 517GComparative Healthcare Practices. One unit. This course requires one week of travel during Spring
Break to a practice site identified as a community in need of Nursing intervention. There are a minimum of 35 theoretical, clinical and cross cultural hours experienced at the practice site. Five hours of pre and post sessions include: theoretical foundation on the population’s health/culture needs; debriefing and reflective learning. The practice site under the direction of course faculty in collaboration with a Non-Government Organization (NGO). Offered in the Spring Semester or alternative selected time .NR 591G Special Topics. One unit. This course allows for discussion and analysis of current issues and/or research in response to student and department interest. Offered as required.
NR 595Disaster Emergency Preparedness. One unit. This course is designed for the Undergraduate and
Graduate nursing student. It offers a basic understanding of natural and manmade disasters, including terrorism, with a focus on the public health risks and public health/hospital emergency response. In addition to lecture and discussions, students will participate in disaster scenarios which consist of tabletop exercises. NURSING, M.S. The Master’s Program Mission Statement The Master of Science nursing program is designed for professional nurses to prepare them to advance their nursing knowledge and abilities in the role of nurse educator and/or family nurse practitioner. The program is organized around key concepts of nursing, the individual, the environment, and health. The graduate student in the program will expand their knowledge base, synthesize knowledge into new concepts and apply theories, as they create new ideas and processes in nursing practice. The graduate student will learn strategies of leadership and change, to improve nursing practice and the health status of diverse populations. The program prepares its graduates to actively participate in improving the delivery of safe, patient-centered healthcare across the life span. The graduate student will be prepared to evaluate and conduct research for evidence-based practice and develop a foundation for doctoral studies. Master’s End of Program Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Master of Science Degree, students will meet the following nursing program outcomes, as well as perform role competencies as established by national organizations for nurse practitioners and /or nurse educators: 1. Apply knowledge of nursing science, theory and interprofessional knowledge from related disciplines as a foundation for advanced practice, research, education, and policy. 2. Collaborate with the interprofessional team to develop a person- centered plan of care which is built on a scientific body of knowledge and compassion with respect for diversity, values, needs, resources, and the determinants of health unique to the individual, family and vulnerable populations. 3. Engage in strategies which address health care disparities and address population focused priorities of care which contribute to advocacy approaches and global policy development to improve population health. 4. Analyze advanced research which contributes to Nursing knowledge and evidenced based practice. 5. Collaborate in evidenced based quality improvement initiatives which enhance and promote a culture of safety and delivery of quality health care. 6. Participate with other members of the health care team to enhance interprofessional learning and desired outcomes. 249 / 445
NR 595GDisaster Emergency Preparedness. Three credits. This course is designed for the Undergraduate and
Graduate nursing student. It offers a basic understanding of natural and manmade disasters, including terrorism, with a focus on the public health risks and public health/hospital emergency response. In addition to lecture and discussions, students will participate in disaster scenarios which consist of tabletop exercises. POST-MASTER’S ADVANCED CERTIFICATE PROGRAM FOR FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
NR 600Management of Vulnerable Populations Across the Lifespan. Three credits. This course introduces
health disparities, inequity, and social determinants of health and the way in which they can impact an individual within the health care system. It examines social determinants and health disparities nationally and globally. Graduate students will have an opportunity to examine health disparities and the effects they have on vulnerable populations and the nursing care required to address various groups. Graduated nursing students also receive a basic understanding of natural and man-made disasters, including terrorism,with the focus on the public health risk within this population and understand public health emergency response to the disaster. Prerequisite: NR 611. Offered spring semester.
NR 621Dynamics of Family Health Nursing. Three credits. This course focuses on the primary care dynamics
and needs of families. Psycho- socio-cultural, economic, spiritual, community, and educational paradigms are explored. Risk assessment and interventions are investigated and analyzed to promote the stability of a family’s health status. Offered fall semester.
Total 17 credits Grading Policy for the Master’s Degrees All graduate students are required to maintain a cumulative index of 3.0 or higher. A cumulative index of 3.0 or higher is required for graduation. A grade of B or higher is required for the following masters level nursing courses; Nursing 615 Advanced Pathophysiology, Nursing 616 Advanced Health Assessment, Nursing 623 Advanced Pharmacodynamics for Primary Care, Nursing 609 Management of Common Adult Conditions and Nursing 610 Management of Common Pediatric Conditions. If a B or better (83,84, 85, 86) is not achieved in any 251 / 445
NR 655Advanced Community Health Nursing Three credits. This course focuses on advanced nursing
practice with vulnerable individuals, families, and populations within the community. Emphasis is placed on interventions appropriate for health promotion, maintenance and restoration utilizing national objectives for healthy populations. Students are provided with the opportunity to enhance their clinical skills and judgments within a population-based context. This course includes a weekly seminar and 60hours of clinical practice. RN license, malpractice insurance, recent physical examination with titers and proof of current health insurance. Students should see the professor prior to registration to arrange clinical experiences. Offered spring semester
NR 611, 615, 616, 621, and 623. In addition, all students are required to show evidence of a current
NR 661Holistic and Complementary Healthcare Strategies. Three credits. Holistic integrative and
complementary healthcare strategies are being sought by individuals to help manage or sometimes prevent the onset of chronic illness, increase longevity, improve cognitive function, or increase the sense of well-being and balance. This course covers information to enhance the masters level nurse’s understanding of the array of holistic complementary modalities offered in healthcare environments. It offers a study of abroad range of healing philosophies and interventions and encourages students to engage in a critical reflection of various methods of self-care and healing. Nursing elective. Offered periodically.
NR 693Independent Study. One to four credits. Course designed for independent advanced level study on a
topic of the student’s own choosing after advisement by sponsoring department faculty. Students mayuse this course to engage in collaborative research with faculty. Prerequisite: permission of advisor andof director of graduate nursing. Offered fall and spring semesters. 254 / 445
NR 699Summer Practicum Supervision. Zero credits. This practicum affords the nurse practitioner student an
opportunity to complete up to 75 hours of clinical precepted practice under the guidance of faculty. The hours may be applied towards the required clinical hours for NR643 or NR645. Students must have completed NR641 in order to participate in this practicum (Fee applies). Additional Nursing Courses:
NR 804Clinical Prevention and Population Health with a Focus on the Epidemiology of Infectious
Diseases and Public Health Threats. Three Credits. This course focuses on health promotion and risk/ reduction/illness prevention for individuals, aggregates, and communities. Through the analysis of epidemiological, biostatistical, occupational, and environmental data the student will develop, implement, and evaluate clinical prevention and population health. Emphasis will be placed on infectious diseases and public health threats, including bioterrorism. Epidemiological theories will be applied to infectious diseases as well as disaster preparedness. Health care delivery models and strategies will be evaluated as they relate to environmental and public health as well as the cultural and socioeconomic dimensions of health. Reducing health threats through community preparedness will be emphasized. Prerequisites:NR800 and NR801. Offered spring semester.
NR 805Improving Health Outcomes through Organizational and Systems Collaborative Leadership3
Three Credits. This course provides the DNP graduate with the skills to develop and evaluate care delivery approaches that meet current and future needs of patient populations, nationally and internationally. Emphasis is placed on developing collaborative skills to effect change that will lead to improved quality of health care.
NR 810Promoting Health, Healing and Hope in Response to a Chaotic Human Condition: Trauma
Traumatic Stress Assessment and Treatment. Three Credits. This course introduces the student to the core values of caring, holism, spirituality, diversity, ethics and client centeredness as it applies to learning the standard of care for treatment in the field of disaster response traumatic stress intervention. Guides for spiritual care in times of disaster along with prevalent psychosocial models used for maintenance of safety and stabilization will be explored. Students will be presented with techniques to care for the care giver as they mobilize their skills to provide compassionate nursing intervention before, during and after disasters. Prerequisites: NR802, NR807, and NR808. Offered spring semester.
NR 813Clinical Capstone Scholarly Project III. (Evaluation and Dissemination). Three Credits This final
component of the clinical capstone scholarly project will result in a product that facilitates improved health outcomes for a specific population and can be generalizable to broader populations. It will demonstrate the 261 / 445
