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3.00 Credits
3 credits A cohort course that explores the human resource function of the manager in a health care organization. Covers a wide range of topics including worker safety and security, general employment practices, staffing, organizational development and employee relations. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to implement/integrate evidence-based human resource strategies into the day-to-day management of their departments.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the major theories, research, and assessment tools related to spirituality as it pertains to persons at end-of-life. Spiritual assessment skills for assisting others will be explored as well as opportunities for spiritual self-assessment and reflection. Theoretical and experiential learning methodologies will be utilized. Note: This course is cross listed with the School of Nursing therefore nursing students wishing to pursue this course need to register under NUR 420.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Prerequisite/Corequisite: Statistics requirement. This online course focuses on knowledge and skill acquisition related to the research process. Students are expected to apply this information to critique quantitative research. Emphasis is placed on ethical issues in research conduct and the application of evidence from research findings for decision making in practice. Course content examines the foundations of research, quantitative and qualitative research designs, as well as research evaluation. Delivery: Online course
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3.00 Credits
3 credits A cohort course that provides health care professionals with a comprehensive overview of the U.S. health care delivery system and the forces that influence it. Students will explore historical influences on the U.S. health care delivery system and examine the role of the government, finance and policy in the health care arena.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Prerequisites: None, however, students are encouraged to complete all writing requirements and the information literacy requirement prior to completing this course. Professional Socialization supports and enhances the student's role as a member of the profession. The requirement is designed to expand the student's sense of professionalism through self-reflection, experiential learning, and dialog. Characteristics of a profession and a professional are explored through practice and interpretation of related literature. Delivery: Online course
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4.00 Credits
4 credits Prerequisites: None Designed to meet the specific learning needs of registered nurses, this course focuses on applying concepts of health promotion, caring and cultural competence, as well as illness, disease, and injury prevention to the health assessment of adult clients. The student integrates knowledge and skills to operationalize core concepts (critical thinking, communication, research, role development, caring and cultural competence) while functioning in the professional role of provider of care at the baccalaureate level. Students gather, analyze, and synthesize assessment data and work collaboratively with a client to develop a personal health plan that promotes health and prevents disease. Delivery: Online course
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Prerequisites: None, however, students are encouraged to complete all writing requirements and the information literacy requirement prior to completing this course. This course is designed to enhance the nurse's role as educator and their ability to teach a group of clients with a shared learning need in a culturally competent manner. The educational process serves as a guide throughout the course in assessing, organizing, analyzing, and synthesizing client data. In partnership with clients, students will apply this process in developing, implementing, and evaluating a teaching plan to produce a desired change in behavior. Theory and research-based evidence are integrated with concepts of caring and cultural competence, health promotion, behavioral change, and principles of teaching and learning. Delivery: Online course
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4.00 Credits
4 credits Prerequisites: Students must complete all nursing program requirements (except the nursing elective requirement) and be within 9 credits of completing the general education requirements. Current RN licensure will be validated prior to enrollment in this course. This end of program capstone course of the BS in nursing curriculum focuses on synthesizing theories, principles, models, and skills from nursing, other disciplines, and the arts and sciences. The student integrates knowledge gained throughout the curriculum to operationalize core concepts (critical thinking, communication, research, role development, caring and cultural competence) while functioning in roles of baccalaureate nursing practice. Multiple theories and models are applied to the care of the client across the lifespan in the community setting. The focus is on families, aggregates, and communities as the client. Each student's unique experiences are used as the context for learning to enhance practice and enrich professional development. This course cannot be waived under any circumstances. Delivery: Online course Nursing Electives 5 credits Prerequisites: None In addition to the nursing requirements, 5 credits of nursing elective credit at the baccalaureate level are necessary to meet the 60 credits of the nursing component. Consultation with your academic advisor is required before taking a course or examination for nursing elective credit in order to be sure that you are choosing an option that is applicable toward your degree. In addition, nursing elective credits can be granted to students who hold the following professional nursing certifications (check our Web site for current listing of certifications approved for elective credit) Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Certified Medical-Surgical Nurse 4 credits
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Practice focuses on the exploration of nursing knowledge development to include philosophy, theories, models, and concepts that have been designed to guide client care and research initiatives and to inform nursing practice. It provides approaches to analyze and critique a variety of theories in nursing and related fields.. Prerequisites: None
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4.00 Credits
4 credits Professional Role Development and Ethics examines the theoretical foundations of role and ethics and focuses on the development of the role and ethics competencies of the master's-prepared nurse. It uses current health care issues and trends to analyze role characteristics and strategies specific to role implementation. The course fosters ethical sensitivity and skills in the prevention and resolution of ethical problems in health care. Prerequisites: None
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