90 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 100Student Success I1
Credit(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course is designed to facilitate transition to higher education early in an academic program of study. Students will explore a range of personal and professional strategies to achieve academic success and to cope effectively with the requirements of higher education.
(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course is designed to facilitate transition to higher education early in an ac Prerequisite(s): Pre-Nursing majors only.
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course introduces basic statistical principles and includes the following statistical concepts: descriptive statistics, probability, inferential statistics, correlation and linear regression. Emphasis is placed on the use and relevance of statistics to health sciences and a substantial number of human health examples are included to demonstrate the application of statistics to health and disease. Students also will be introduced and expected to use a statistical software program, i.e. SPSS.
(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course introduces basic statistical principles and includes the following statistical concepts: descriptive statistics, pro Prerequisite(s): MATH 101 or higher.
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of professional, evidenced-based Nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on concepts relevant to nursing care in a rapidly changing health care environment. The essential qualities of Nursing as a profession are explored.
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) The purpose of this course is to foster connection, collaboration and networking with the students in the Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate Nursing (RIBN) cohort as well as support retention and completion of the entry option. This course uses mentoring to facilitate utilization of institutional resources to support dual enrollment in the community college and university nursing programs. This course is repeatable until program completion up to three semester
(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) The purpose of this course is to foster connection, collaboration and networking with the students in the Regionally Incr
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course focuses on health promotion and disease prevention strategies. Emphasis will be placed on improving the health of the community by empowering individuals, families, and groups to making positive lifestyle choices. This course will focus on integrating skills such as critical thinking, teaching and learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, communication, and cultural competency into experiences in a variety of settings.
(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course focuses on health promotion and disease prevention strategies. Emphasis will be placed on improving the
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course introduces fundamentals of human nutrition for the promotion of optimal health and wellness across the life span.
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course is intended to introduce the student to the principles of health care in an aging society. Students will be exposed to the concepts that are applicable to caring for the elderly as well as being introduced to various interdisciplinary agencies that work with the elderly to ensure a holistic approach to their care.
(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course is intended to introduce the student to the principles of health care in an aging Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing in the University.
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course examines health and health care from a historical perspective. Implications of female gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and spirituality are examined. The course explores healthcare delivery systems and the impact of environment on health.
Credit(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s) 4 Lab Hour(s) The course prepares the student to perform physical health assessments using a patient-centered holistic approach. Students will have opportunities to practice physical assessment techniques and make clinical judgments in a laboratory and/or clinical setting.
Enrolled in ABSN Entry Option or BIOL 369 , BIOL 370 , NURS 226 and
Corequisite
NURS 326 .
NURS 320Health Assessment3
(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s) 4 Lab Hour(s) The course prepares the student to perform physical health assessments using a patient-centered Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in ABSN Entry Option or BIOL 369 , BIOL 370 , NURS 226 and Corequisite(s): NURS 326 .
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 4 Lab Hour(s) This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of professional evidence-based Nursing. Basic human needs, the Nursing process and fundamental Nursing skills that are essential to provide patient-centered care are presented and used to guide professional evidence-based Nursing practice. There is a laboratory component where skills are practiced and competency is demonstrated.
Credit(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s) 4 Lab Hour(s) This course expands fundamental concepts of professional, evidence-based Nursing to include psychomotor skills related to basic human needs. The scientific and physiological basis for Nursing practice and clients with special needs are presented. There is a laboratory component where skills are practiced and competency is demonstrated.
(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s) 4 Lab Hour(s) This course expands fundamental concepts of professional, evidence-based Nursing to include psy Prerequisite(s): Nursing majors only. Corequisite(s): NURS 320 .
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course examines the nurse’s role in medication administration and usage. The course will also increase the student’s knowledge of categories of medications and their effects upon various populations. It will enable the student to determine and evaluate the educational and patient care goals regarding medication administration. The student will learn to use information technology to stay current with new drugs and collaborate within interprofessional teams to ensure quality patient-centered care.
Credit(s) This course focuses on the refinement of cognitive and psychomotor Nursing skills. Physiological and psychosocial needs of adults with acute and/or chronic illnesses are explored in the context of professional Nursing. The theory and clinical components focus on development of critical thinking skills and clinical judgment. Using evidence-based Nursing practice as their foundation, students provide quality patient-centered care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Credit(s) This course focuses on the continued development of cognitive and psychomotor Nursing skills. Psychosocial, physiological, and spiritual needs of adults with acute and chronic illness are explored in the context of professional Nursing. The theory and clinical components focus on critical thinking and clinical judgment. Students learn to work within interprofessional teams and employ evidence-based practice to provide quality patient-centered care.
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) The course focuses on the development of Nursing knowledge in pathophysiology as a foundation for evidence-based, patient-centered care. Students learn to differentiate normal from abnormal physiological functioning and identify the etiology of pathophysiological alterations in illness across the lifespan.
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) An introduction to professional Nursing as a discipline is explored. An overview of the development of nursing knowledge is presented. Theories and concepts influencing professional Nursing and health care are emphasized. Course assignments develop self-awareness, critical thinking skills, written communication, and professional values.
NURS 361Nursing Research for Evidence-Based Practice3
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) An overview of the research process and evidence-based practice are presented. Their contribution to the development of Nursing knowledge and practice are emphasized. The historical evolution of Nursing research and its impact on current issues are examined. Current research studies are critically appraised for quality and application to evidence-based Nursing practice. Ethical considerations and rights of human participants are explored.
NURS 361Nursing Research for Evidence-Based Practice3
(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) An overview of the research process and evidence-based practice are presented. Their contribution to the development Prerequisite(s): Nursing majors only.
Credit(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) The course is designed to support students’ transition to higher education. Students will explore strategies to achieve personal, academic and professional success.
(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) The course is designed to support students’ transition to higher e Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in BSN Completion Option.
Credit(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s) 4 Lab Hour(s) This course is designed to assist the student to build on prior education and experience to refine history-taking as well as physical and psychosocial assessment skills. It focuses on assessment of diverse populations throughout the lifespan. It includes patient-centered approaches with faculty as facilitators. Students use advanced health assessment techniques and skills to collect and analyze health data using a holistic approach that incorporates cultural, socioeconomic, nutritional, developmental, spiritual, physiological, and psychological assessments.
NURS 364Applied Ethics in Professional Nursing Practice3
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course is designed to examine ethical and moral dilemmas encountered by the professional nurse. Personal value systems related to nursing ethics will also be examined. The course focuses on ethical concepts, theories, and values applied in ethical decision-making. Students have the opportunity to apply ethical principles to selected global health issues, issues related to social and economic disparities, and other complex health issues affecting Nursing practice.
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course describes specific values, roles expectations and responsibilities of nurses and health care professionals engaged in interprofessional collaborative practice. Effective communication and collaborative skills and team-based care will be discussed and demonstrated. Students will reflect on their personal and professional values and develop ways to practice in teams that improve patient care outcomes.
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course examines current issues and trends influencing Nursing and healthcare, including societal and cultural behaviors. The role of the nurse is examined through the presentation of topics important to professional Nursing.
Credit(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) This course is designed to support students’ transition into the Nursing major. The course emphasizes the development of critical thinking and decision making skills. The course will also focus on strategies to enhance academic success.
Credit(s) This course focuses on the study and development of nursing knowledge in the areas of pathophysiology and pharmacology as foundations for evidence-based, patient-centered care. Differentiation of normal and abnormal physiological functioning; identification of the etiology of the pathophysiological alterations in illness across the lifespan, and exploration of concomitant pharmacological agents are explored. Using evidence, the basis for evaluating the effectiveness of pharmacological agents is presented. Knowledge from pathophysiology and pharmacokinetics will be integrated to develop clinical decision-making skills that result in positive outcomes across the lifespan and healthcare delivery settings. .
(s) This course focuses on the study and development of nursing knowledge in the areas of pathophysiology and pharmacology as foundations for evidence-based, patient-centered care. D Prerequisite(s): Nursing majors only.
Credit(s) This course provides an introduction to patient-centered Nursing care for individuals and families experiencing acute and chronic mental health needs across the life span. The clinical component allows the students the opportunity to construct and implement a therapeutic plan of care based on patient needs.
Credit(s) This course provides an introduction to patient-centered Nursing care for individuals and families experiencing acute and chronic mental health needs across the life span. In the clinical portion of the course, the students will learn to work within interprofessional teams and employ evidence-based practice, technology and informatics to provide quality patient-centered care and implement a therapeutic plan of care based on patient needs.
Credit(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to learn about the impact of health and illness on all populations in the United States and selected countries worldwide. Students will be able to compare the major public health concerns in the United States to those in other countries.
Enrolled in one of the Nursing entry options or by permission of the instructor.
NURS 415Health Care in a Global Society3
(s) 3 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to learn about the impact of hea Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in one of the Nursing entry options or by permission of the instructor.
NURS 418Childbearing Family and Women’s Health across the Lifespan4
Credit(s) This course focuses on the concepts and theories essential in providing Nursing care to childbearing families, newborns, and women. Incorporated into the course are methods of adaptation to physiological and psychological stressors inherent in this group of patients. In the clinical portion of the course the students will learn to work with interdisciplinary teams, employ evidence-based practice, technology, and informatics to provide quality patient-centered care.
NURS 419Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family and Women’s Health4
Credit(s) This course focuses on the concepts and theories essential in providing Nursing care to childbearing families, newborns and women. Incorporated into the course are methods of adaptation to physiological and psychological stressors inherent in this group of patients. In the clinical portion of the course, the students will learn to work within interprofessional teams and employ evidence-based practice, technology, and informatics to provide quality patient-centered care.
NURS 420Childrearing Family and Child and Adolescent Health4
Credit(s) This course focuses on the development of professional knowledge and specialized skills in family centered care. Emphasis is placed on the stages of physiological and psychosocial development and health care needs from infancy to adolescence. The clinical practicum portion of the course assists the student in developing critical skills related to the Nursing care of infants, children, adolescents and their families.
NURS 421Nursing Care of the Childrearing Family and Child and Adolescent Health4
Credit(s) This course focuses on the development of professional knowledge and specialized skills in family centered care. Emphasis is placed on the stages of physiological, cognitive, and psychosocial development and health care needs from infancy to adolescence. In the clinical portion of the course, the students will learn to work within interprofessional teams and employ evidence-based practice, technology, and informatics to provide quality family-centered care.
Credit(s) This course focuses on the integration of knowledge and continued development of cognitive and psychomotor skills. The theory and clinical components enhance critical thinking and clinical judgment through the use of evidence-based practice. Learners provide patient-centered Nursing care within interprofessional teams to adults experiencing complex, acute and chronic illnesses in a variety of health care settings.
Credit(s) This course builds on the content found in Adult Health I and further refines the cognitive and psychomotor skills in the management and care of adults with increasingly more complex acute and chronic illnesses. The course emphasizes holistic care of an aging population and the genetic influences on health and illness. As in Adult Health I, the theory and clinical components focus on critical thinking and clinical judgment. Students learn to work in interdisciplinary teams and employ evidence-based practice to provide quality patient-centered care.
Credit(s) This course focuses on both the theoretical content and its application in a holistic manner to manage patients with complex and high acuity illnesses. The clinical component of this course is designed to provide a practicum with high acuity care experiences. Psychosocial, lifespan, and behavioral issues encountered by patients with high acuity disorders and/or trauma will be discussed.
Credit(s) This Nursing capstone course provides a focused patient care experience. The course is designed to assist the student to transition to entry level practice. Emphasis is on working within interprofessional teams using leadership skills and evidence-based knowledge. Learning experiences take place in a variety of healthcare settings and faculty-led seminars.
Credit(s) This course focuses on the care of clients experiencing health problems as individuals, families, groups and communities. Emphasis is on the utilization of the Nursing process in promoting, maintaining and restoring health. The epidemiological approach is introduced as a methodology for the study of populations and high risk groups in various settings.
Credit(s) This course focuses on the care of clients experiencing health problems as individuals, families, groups and communities. Emphasis is on the utilization of the Nursing process in promoting, maintaining and restoring health. The epidemiological approach is introduced as a methodology for the study of populations and high risk groups in various settings.
Credit(s) The course focuses on the care of clients experiencing health problems as individuals, families, groups and communities. Emphasis is on the utilization of the Nursing process in promoting, maintaining and restoring health. The epidemiological approach is introduced as a methodology for the study of populations and high risk groups in various settings.
Credit(s) This course focuses on the identification and development of leadership and management principles within a rapidly changing healthcare environment. Selected concepts, such as quality improvement, change, patient safety, finance and health policy and politics are explored. The course is designed to facilitate the students’ self-assessment of their leadership and management skills. It includes opportunities for scholarly inquiry and professional communication. A precepted practicum with a nurse leader facilitates the transition to professional nurse.
NURS 465Synthesis of Professional Nursing Practice1
Credit(s) This course is designed to provide students with opportunities to integrate and apply newly acquired knowledge and skills in a variety of settings and roles. The experience allows students to work with a nurse mentor and various experts and engage in collaborative interprofessional practice. Students will observe and demonstrate respectful interactions and knowledge sharing between members of the health care team. Using current knowledge of health disparity populations may be part of this experience.
NURS 466Transition to Professional Nursing Practice0
Credit(s) 0 Lecture Hour(s) 0 Lab Hour(s) The course is designed to prepare second career students for a smooth transition into their professional Nursing role. Students will explore personal and professional issues that will impact future practice. Students will be expected to demonstrate higher order critical thinking and decision making skills. The focus will be on professional skill building and portfolio development.
NURS 467Nursing Informatics: Application of Patient Care Technology3
Credit(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s) 2 Lab Hour(s) Course work focuses on development of knowledge and skills required to use information management and patient care technologies to deliver safe and effective care. Practical experience with a variety of patient care technologies relevant to evidence-based practice is included.
NURS 467Nursing Informatics: Application of Patient Care Technology3
(s) 2 Lecture Hour(s) 2 Lab Hour(s) Course work focuses on development of knowledge and skills required to use information manage Corequisite(s): NURS 464 .
Credit(s) This is the first of a two course series that prepares registered nurses (RNs) for the RN First Assistant role according to the guidelines published in the Association of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Core Curriculum. The course provides the perioperative nurse and advanced practice RNs (APRNs) with the foundational knowledge and skills to function at an expanded practice level. Content includes vascular, orthopedic, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and other surgical procedures; responses to various physiologic complications; team building, communication and conflict resolution; and practice in tissue handling, retracting, exposing, clamping, ligating, suturing, and providing hemostasis.
Student must meet all Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) program entry criteria and have permission of instructor.
NURS 490Registered Nurse First Assistant I3
(s) This is the first of a two course series that prepares registered nurses (RNs) for the RN First Assistant role according to the guidelines published in the Association of perioper Prerequisite(s): Student must meet all Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) program entry criteria and have permission of
Credit(s) This is the second of a two course series that prepares registered nurses for the RN First Assistant role according to the guidelines published in the Association of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Core Curriculum. The course builds on the foundational knowledge and skills acquired in NURS 490 to prepare perioperative and advanced practice RNs to function at an expanded practice level. The course takes place in a variety of health care settings through a precepted clinical experience. Pre- or
(s) This is the second of a two course series that prepares registered nurses for the RN First Assistant role according to the guideli Corequisite(s): NURS 490 and with permission of instructor.
Credit(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s) 3 Lab Hour(s) This course is designed to provide a unique experience that offers the Nursing student an opportunity to creatively demonstrate learning objectives within the framework of a holistic, patient centered curriculum. Faculty facilitate learning through collaboration with students.
(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s) 3 Lab Hour(s) This course is designed to provide a unique experience that offers the Nursing stude Prerequisite(s): Prior Permission Required.
