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  • 3.00 Credits

    Study of the process of role transition with development of concepts of professionalism related to the role of the baccalaureate prepared nurse. Included is an introduction to the philosophy and curriculum of the School of Nursing. The course stresses the interdisciplinary/ collaborative approach to client care. Written and verbal communication skills are practiced and critiqued in preparation for senior-level courses. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Nursing RN-BSN completion program. Lecture 4 hours. 4
  • 3.00 Credits

    Focuses on nursing care of the childbearing family. Content will include nursing care of the pregnant woman and family during uncomplicated and complicated childbearing. Exploration of the family today and the stresses experienced during childbearing are a major focus. The role of the professional nurse in the care of women.s health issues and maternity care will be emphasized. Campus laboratories and clinical experiences will focus on skills specific to family-maternal-newborn care through a variety of developmental stages. Prerequisites: All 300-level nursing courses. Corequisites: NUR 403, 405. Lecture 2.5 hours, Lab 4.5 hours. 4
  • 3.00 Credits

    Study of leadership and management concepts relating to a clinical practice setting. Emphasis on professional responsibilities and functions relating to self; other health team members; and the extending, expanding and changing roles of nursing. Clinical laboratory experience with emphasis on the performance of leadership and management skills. Prerequisites: NUR 401, 403, 405. Corequisites: NUR 406, 408, or 407 and 409 for RN/BSN completion students.Lecture 2 hours,Lab 9 hours. 5
  • 3.00 Credits

    Nursing of individuals, families, and groups with all levels of prevention emphasizing issues affecting community health. Learning opportunities are in selected community settings. Prerequisites: NUR 306, 309 and 314 and NUR 311, 312 and 358 for RN-BSN completion. Corequisites: NUR 401 and NUR 405; NUR 309 and 314 for RN-BSN completion. Lecture 2.5 hours, Lab 4.5 hours. 4
  • 3.00 Credits

    Focus on the nursing care of the family during childrearing. Content will include care of the well child and adolescent; care of the neonate with congenital abnormalities; and growth and development from birth through adolescence. Exploration of the family today and the stress experienced during childrearing are included as a major focus. The role of the professional nurse in the area of pediatric nursing will be emphasized. Campus laboratories and clinical will focus on skills specific to pediatric care and on the care of the family and child at all stages of development during periods of health and illness. Prerequisites: All 300-level nursing courses. Corequisites: NUR 401, 403. Lecture 2.5 hours, Lab 4.5 hours. 4
  • 3.00 Credits

    A synthesis course in professional nursing practice under the supervision of an approved registered nurse preceptor. The student applies fundamental nursing skills in interdependent practice settings. This course serves as a transition from student to professional nurse. Prerequisites: NUR 401, 403, 405. Corequisites: NUR 402, 408. Lab 12 hours, total 180 hours (taught in 7-week block). 4
  • 3.00 Credits

    Opportunities for the RN-BSN student to develop a nursing project related to a topic of interest that will expand knowledge, integrate prior learning, and refine skills consistent with professional nursing practice. Prerequisites: All RN-BSN 300-level courses and NUR 403. Corequisites: NUR 402, 409. Independent study. 5
  • 3.00 Credits

    An opportunity to review and prepare for writing the state board exam (NCLEX). Prerequisites: NUR 401, 403 and 405. Corequisites: NUR 402 and 406. Independent Study and Lecture. 3
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides RN-BSN students with opportunities to explore the rationales behind various nursing care practice and gives them the opportunity to validate or change those practices. Written and verbal communication skills are practiced and evaluated. Prerequisites: All RN-BSN 300-level courses and NUR 403, or permission of the instructor. Corequisites: NUR 402 and 407. Lecture 2 hours. 2
  • 3.00 Credits

    Additional formal study of a selected topic relative to health care. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. 1-3
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