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Course Criteria
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2.00 Credits
In this course the students are assigned to provide direct care to clients in an acute care setting under the direction and close supervision of a clinical instructor. During that time students have the opportunity to apply scientific principles and the nursing process in a comprehensive manner to the care of individuals, families and community systems with complex needs. They have the opportunity to practice advanced technical skills and to improve oral and written communication skills. Note: This course is for majors only.
Prerequisite:
NURSING 4142 (0362), 4141 (0365), 4187 (0366), 4197 (W242), 4287 (0367)
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2.00 Credits
In this course students are assigned to a staff nurse in a mentorship or preceptorship relationship. A clinical faculty member is available at the site to the student and mentor in a consultant role. The student continues to gain experience in providing care to groups of patients and to apply principles of leadership and management. Students assume an active role in their own learning and critically evaluate care, the environment and self-growth. This experience provides students with the opportunity to assume leadership roles within the clinical environment and prepares the student for the transition from student to professional nurse. Note: (1) This course is for majors only. (2) Students who fail senior level Nursing 4387: Advanced Medical Surgical Practicum may not progress to Nursing 4487: Mentorship Practicum.
Prerequisite:
NURSING 4142 (0362), 4141 (0365), 4187 (0366), 4197 (W242), 4287 (0367) and 4387 (0396)
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3.00 Credits
This is sequentially the final course in the nursing major. In collaboration with partner agencies, a relevant practice issue is identified and an evidence-based practice project is produced. Emphasis is placed on the critique and synthesis of relevant literature and other sources of evidence. Formulation of recommendations for practice, planning for implementation, and the development of evaluation strategies are key components. Awareness of the effect of cultural beliefs, values, and practices of individuals, families, and communities on healthcare preferences is an essential element. Systems of structural power, social justice, and ethics are integrated into practice.
Prerequisite:
A grade of C or better in NURSING 3101, 3197, 3202, 3204, 3305, and 3389. Restricted to RN-BSN majors in their final semester of study
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on epidemiology and its relationship to the nursing process. It presents essential epidemiological concepts and principles in the context of selected epidemiological studies. The nurse’s role in the prevention and control of diseases across the lifespan is emphasized. Note: This course is for RN-BSN majors only.
Prerequisite:
All Preprofessional Courses; All Junior Level courses
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3.00 Credits
In this course, students explore the concept of health from both a population and a social justice perspective. Its focus is the application of all levels of prevention in promoting the health of populations. Nursing’s role in influencing public policy is emphasized. Practicum experiences focus on examining the roles of community health nurses, identifying and planning for meeting the needs of selected communities and exploring community resources. Note: This course is for RN-BSN majors only.
Prerequisite:
All Preprofessional Courses; All Junior Level Courses
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the concepts of stress, coping and crisis intervention. Related contemporary topics will be addressed from an evidence-based approach. Complimentary healthcare practices are explored as a method of coping. Note: An advanced course and should be taken as the final course in the sequence. Mode: Seminar.
Prerequisite:
All Preprofessional Courses; All Junior Level Courses
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Individual study of a theoretical or clinical nursing problem or topic. Student-initiated focus under the guidance of appropriate faculty.
Prerequisite:
Permission of instructor and department chair. Open to nursing majors only
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3.00 Credits
This writing intensive course is designed to help the RN student further develop the professional nursing role. Leadership is the focus of this course. The student designs and manages the practicum learning experience. Attention is given to the development of leadership in the professional nurse’s role. Note: An advanced course and should be taken as the final course in the sequence. This course is for RN-BSN majors only.
Prerequisite:
All Preprofessional Courses; All Junior Level Courses
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2.00 Credits
This course, designed for non-majors, serves as an overview and introduction to occupational therapy (OT). Socio-historical influences leading to the establishment of the profession will be explored, as well as the philosophical foundation of “occupation” as therapeutic intervention. Experiential learning includes guided observation of a clinical setting as well as hands-on activities. Weekly readings from multiple sources inform students of professional issues and first-hand experiences of individuals adapting to disability and rehabilitation.
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3.00 Credits
A special topics course, used for presenting material and approaches that are either experimental in nature or not yet a regular part of the curriculum. Course content varies and is assigned to the appropriate advanced requirement in the major.
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