38 courses with the subject NUR, 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.
NUR 200INTRODUCTION TO NURSING2
This elective introductory course focuses on preparing future nursing students for the testing style, study requirements, and learning strategies utilized within the nursing program. Course content will include a review of pathophysiology and medical terminology that is essential for developing an understanding of disease processes and nursing interventions, an introduction to medication math, basic nursing aide skills, and an overview of available resources. (Summer only)
Introduces the philosophy, objectives, and framework of the baccalaureate nursing education program, the history and contemporary roles of nursing, and trends in nursing practice. Addresses basic principles, concepts, and therapeutic interventions necessary in the care of individuals with common health problems. Corequisites: NUR 301, NUR 303 (Fall)
Introduces principles of basic pharmacology for nursing care. Emphasis is placed on drug action and therapeutic applications of major pharmacological classifications of drugs. Nursing implications of drugs and drug therapy are examined. May be challenged by RN students. (Fall)
Systematic study of skills used in data collection and healthcare assessment of individuals across the lifespan. These skills are basic to the provision and management of nursing care in all practice settings. This course is required of all nursing majors but may be challenged by RN students. (Fall)
An introduction to the philosophy of baccalaureate nursing education, the concepts and theories of professional nursing, and current professional issues. Students will also engage in activities designed to promote professional communication skills and to develop an appreciation for the language of professional nursing practice. RN
This course introduces students to the nursing profession and the health care environment using a computerized learning platform. Students utilize computer software that specializes in nursing content as an introduction to the concepts of professionalism, caring, communication, group dynamics, and critical thinking. Students will learn to navigate products, review tutorials, take practice and proctored assessments, retrieve reports, and understand the process of remediation in preparation for the national licensure exam for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN). (Fall) 2024-2025 Academic Catalog 251 DERGRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
NUR 310PSYCHIATRIC/MENTAL HEALTH NURSING (4) (2-2)*
Emphasis is placed on nursing care for individuals or groups in psychiatric/mental health settings with emotional, behavioral, or communication alterations acquired from changes in personality structure or neurological physiology. Prerequisites: NUR 300, 301, 303, 306 (Spring)
Presents theories and principles used in caring for the childbearing family. Focuses on the care of families preceding, during, and following childbirth, including conditions that impact reproduction. Prerequisites: NUR 300, 301, 303, 306 (Spring)
NUR 315Professional Issues (embedded in major) 2 s.h3
Artist’s Expression: Choose two from two separate disciplines 6 s.h. Fine Arts and Communication (Art / Music / Communication / Theater) Literature (English / French / Spanish / Music) Western Heritage: (9 s.h. total) Religion 3 s.h. History 3 s.h. History, Philosophy, or Religion 3 s.h. Cultural Diversity:
This elective nurse externship is a practicum experience consisting of a preceptor- supervised and faculty-led clinical experience for nursing students transitioning from junior to senior year, with an emphasis on building confidence through real life, hospital-based patient care experiences. Prerequisites: NUR 300, NUR 301, NUR 303 (Summer only)
Emphasizes critical thinking skills through review of the language of research, the research process and critique of research studies to synthesize research concepts and findings into nursing practice. (Fall)
Presents theories and principles used in caring for the childrearing family. Emphasizes the care of families with children from infancy through adolescence, during wellness and altered health states. Theories of growth and development pertaining to the infant, child, and family provide the framework for the course content. Prerequisites: NUR 300, 301, 303, 306 (Fall) 252 2024-2025 Academic Catalog
This course examines the theories and principles of community health nursing and public health issues of adults, adolescents, and children. Focuses on prevention of illness, promotion of health, and provision of care to individuals and groups. RN Clinical Capstone - RN
This course focuses on the care of the community as client. Experiences focus on the role of the nurse to address preventable health needs of populations at risk and other community groups in a variety of community health settings. Current trends in public health, health care delivery, and community resources are examined. Students will apply their understanding of socio-economical/cultural issues, health care policy, ethical and environmental concerns through the implementation of clinical activities addressing specific community needs. RN Prerequisites: NUR 301, 303; Corequisites: NUR 413 (OL), or may be taken after successful completion of NUR 413 (OL).
Emphasizes nursing problems associated with complex health alterations. Clinical practice focuses on the assimilation and application of knowledge for the care of adults with complex and multiple physiological and psychosocial needs. Prerequisites: all first, second, and third semester NUR courses. Corequisites: NUR 440, 441 (must be taken semester of graduation for prelicensure students). (Spring)
Emphasizes nursing problems associated with complex health alterations. May be challenged by RN students. 2024-2025 Academic Catalog 253 NDERGRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Focuses on the leadership/management role as a part of professional nursing practice. Skills essential for team building, delegation, and collaboration are included. Students exercise skills of critical thinking and decision-making in the care of individuals and groups of patients. Prerequisites: all first, second, and third semester NUR courses. students). (Spring)
NUR 441, 430 (must be taken semester of graduation for prelicensure
NUR 441NURSING SYNTHESIS4
This capstone course demonstrates synthesis of major concepts of professionalism, care of adults, children and family, communication, research, environment, and the nurse as provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession. This course emphasizes test-taking strategies and requires students to demonstrate mastery of nursing concepts in preparation for the national licensure exam for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN). Prerequisite: all first, second, and third semester NUR courses. Co-requisites: NUR 430, NUR 440 (must be taken semester of graduation for pre-licensure students). (Spring)
NUR 442LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT FOR THE REGISTERED NURSE (2)*
This course focuses on the leadership/management role as part of professional nursing practice. Skills essential for team building, delegation, and collaboration are included. Students exercise skills of critical thinking and decision-making in the care of individuals and groups of patients. RN prerequisites: NUR 301, 303, 405, 413,
NUR 451 (OL) Leadership/Management Clinical Capstone.
NUR 443NURSING SYNTHESIS FOR THE RN4
This course demonstrates synthesis of major concepts of professionalism, care of adults, children and family, communication, research, environment, and the nurse as provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession. Another portion of this course, scholarly writing, requires students to demonstrate mastery of APA style guidelines, grammar, punctuation, and overall competency in basic writing mechanics. RN prerequisites: NUR 301, 303, 405, 413 and 416.
NUR 451Leadership & Management Clinical Capstone for the RN 3 s.h
*May be challenged The RN-BSN program is designed for completion in three semesters. Other part- time options are available for students who prefer to complete course requirements at a slower pace. A student who has been separated from TWU for more than one semester must adhere to the University’s “Readmit Students” policy. Also, students may challenge Pharmacology, Health Assessment, and Advanced Nursing; see the “Credit by Examination” policy for the RN Challenge Exams. RNs entering the program will have previous course work placed in escrow until they have demonstrated competency in the following courses: Transition to Professional Nursing, Pharmacology, and Health Assessment. Upon demonstrating competency in the identified courses, the RN’s coursework will be removed from escrow and assigned 31 semester credit hours bringing the RN’s total credit hours to 64, which is equal to those required for the traditional student.
This course focuses on advanced concepts of nonpathological physiology by systems. Variations from normal and pathophysiologic processes across the life span are presented. In addition to the pathophysiology, classifications of pharmaceuticals are examined in relation to indication for use and evidence of efficacy. Elements of health promotion, quality/safety, evidence-based practice, and education are integrated throughout the course.
Advanced health assessment builds upon the professional nurse’s assessment and clinical reasoning skills. Emphasis is placed on advanced health assessment skills, risk assessment, integration of evidence-based practice guidelines, and patient education (health promotion) across the life span and health care setting. Virtual labs will be conducted each week via an online learning platform. A systematic approach will be used to aid knowledge acquisition.
In this course students are introduced to evidence-based practice as it relates to the science of nursing. Students gain practical knowledge of research principles/ methodologies through the initial development of a research-driven capstone project. At the completion of this course students will have determined an area of interest (research agenda), developed a clinical practice research question (PICOT question), and completed an integrated literature review (project prospectus).
In this nursing theory course students will examine the development and utilization of nursing theory, including its history, influencing factors, and future applications. At the completion of this course students will be able to connect the utility of nursing theory to clinical practice.
Health informatics is focused on the optimal use of data, information, and knowledge, to ensure delivery of quality healthcare across a variety of settings. Students will develop informatic skills by formulating plans to address data or information issues related to healthcare, research, and health education.
NUR 520PRINCIPLES OF TEACHING & LEARNING IN NURSING EDUCATION3
Principles of teaching and learning explores key aspects of the learning process, educational theory, and its implementation throughout higher education and nursing education. Students will gain confidence in developing educational interventions applied in a variety of delivery settings within the context of nursing education. 2024-2025 Academic Catalog 347
NUR 521FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION3
In this course, students examine the economic and financial factors affecting healthcare administrators and the daily operations of complex healthcare organizations. Principles of reimbursement, value-based purchasing, budgeting, and quality outcomes indicators are considered. Students apply new financial knowledge by creating, analyzing, and establishing on-going evaluation needs of a budget.
In this course, students explore the essential structures, components, and factors of curriculum design within the framework of nursing education. Concentration will be on the curriculum development processes and methods for evaluating program/ university outcomes. Students will use a systematic approach to curriculum design, creating an evidence-based teaching practice that is applicable across learning environments.
NUR 523STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS3
In this practicum course students examine the importance of strategic nursing knowledge and planning to facilitate change, manage collaborative projects, develop contingency plans, and apply methods for sustaining innovation within complex healthcare organizations. The application of knowledge will be through the development of a strategic plan and steps for successful implementation.
Human resource management introduces students to the essential role of human resource management within complex healthcare organizations. Through the lens of nursing administration, students explore the dynamic interrelationships between organizational theories and a variety of operational topics. Topics include staffing, orientation, performance management, team dynamics, conflict resolution, talent retention, and professional development.
In this capstone course students will develop a scholarly proposal to address a specific clinical problem. The student’s final submitted proposal will include an introduction/problem statement, a synthesis of the literature, a section of a theoretical and relevant clinical framework, and implementation plan, a method section, and a data collection/analysis plan. Students will also complete human research protection training and complete Tennessee Wesleyan’s IRB checklist for project implementation. 348 2024-2025 Academic Catalog
