UG Course Descriptions

This course will expand the student’s knowledge and skills to care for adult clients experiencing complex alterations in holistic integrity. Three credit hours are experiential learning in a variety of healthcare settings. (Prerequisites: All prior 300 level nursing courses; co-requisite: NUR 410) 3 credits of lecture, 3 credits (average of 9 hours per week) of clinical practice.

Knowledge and concepts applicable to public health and aggregate care. Community assessment is emphasized. Two credits are experiential learning applying course concepts in a variety of community settings. (Prerequisites: All required 100 and 200 level science courses, all required 200 and all 300 level nursing courses, NUR 405, and NUR 410; co-requisite: NUR 404 and NUR 435) 3 credits of lecture, 2 credits (average of 6 hours per week) of clinical practice.

Theories and principles of leadership and management in health care environments will be examined and discussed. Health care policy, organizational mission and vision, strategic planning, legal/ethical issues, motivational and change theories are applied to health care systems. (Prerequisites: All required 100 and 200 level science courses, all required 200 and 300 level nursing courses; co-requisite: NUR 405)

This course expands the student’s knowledge and practice in holistic nursing. The student analyzes and applies evidence-based research findings of integrative and alternative modalities to nursing care. (Elective)

Theories and principles of leadership and management in health care environments will be examined and discussed. Health care policy, organizational mission, vision and strategic planning, legal/ethical concepts, legal/ethical issues, motivational and change theory are applied to health care systems. (Prerequisite: NUR 312)

This course builds upon NUR 312 and expands the RN student’s knowledge and practice in holistic nursing. The RN student applies and analyzes evidence-based research findings on integrative and alternative modalities to nursing practice. The RN students are guided to build on knowledge and holistic theories presented and to develop a holistic framework of care for the chronically ill and elders. Issues related to aging, role changes, vulnerability, stigma, ethics, advocacy, end of life care, and case management of elders and the chronically ill are addressed. (Prerequisite: NUR 312)

Preparation for the role of a professional nurse. The course emphasizes preparation for NCLEX-RN® and independent clinical experience. (Prerequisites: All 100 and 200 level science courses; all required 200 and 300 level nursing courses, NUR 405, NUR 410, and THE 408; co-requisite: NUR 404 and NUR 408) 2 credits of lecture, 3 credits (average of 9 hours per week) of clinical practice.

This course is the culmination of the BSN program. In a capstone paper, students reflect on their learning and demonstrate synthesis of knowledge and attainment of the BSN program’s learning outcomes. (Prerequisite: All prior nursing courses)

Students consider the concepts and implications of community-oriented and community-based nursing care and investigate the factors that impact public health. Health problems and issues facing vulnerable populations and the various roles of the nurse in promoting community and public health are explored. Course objectives are achieved through service learning, community assessment, and health promotion programs. The structure of health organizations and the impact of this structure on national and global community health are explored. GUIDED FIELD EXPERIENCE REQUIRED (Prerequisite: All prior nursing courses)

Introduction to the concepts related to the health effects of environmental influences. The course explores the physiologic and developmental effects of exposure to physical hazards and biochemical substances, and the role of health care professionals in reducing potentially harmful exposures. (Elective).