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NUR 412 - Community Health Nursing for RN to BSN Program.
NUR Foundation courses; NUR 316 ; PSY 313 PSY 313; RN License. (6).
Combined theoretical and clinical synthesis of nursing and public health science, with a focus on maintaining optimal levels of health and wellness among individuals, families, groups and aggregates in community settings. With an emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion among population groups, students are introduced to epidemiology principles and practices. In clinical experiences in varied community settings, students apply the synthesized knowledge and practice nursing skills that are essential in caring for a community’s health. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 420 - Leadership and Management in Nursing for RN to BSN Program.
NUR Foundation courses; NUR 316 ; PSY 313 ; RN License. (5).
Investigation of a theoretical framework for nursing leadership and management within the health care nursing systems, and a systems approach to administrative concepts related to leadership theory, principles of organizations, and the management process. Designed to prepare RNs to assume leadership and collaboration roles in the clinical setting of health care organizations, building on previous educational background and experiences; provides clinical experience in management and leadership aspects of health care systems.
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NUR 421 - Synthesis of Knowledge for Professional Nursing Practice.
NUR Foundation courses; NUR 412 or NUR 420 ; RN license. (2).
Provides guided opportunity to synthesize knowledge about nursing care for individuals, families and communities with complex problems. Faculty will assist students in the synthesis of knowledge related to various dimensions of professional nursing with an emphasis on proactive clinical judgment, self-assessment, inquiry and the role and responsibilities of the professional nurse.
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NUR 430 - Leadership and Management in Nursing.
NUR 405 , NUR 407 , NUR 410 with grades of C+ (2.3) or better. (5) CAP.
Designed to prepare the graduate to assume leadership and collaboration roles in the clinical setting of health care organizations. The theoretical framework for nursing leadership and management within the health care nursing systems is the core of content. A systems approach to administrative concepts related to leadership theory, principles of organizations, and management process provides the theoretical framework for this course. Provides students with clinical experience in the management and leadership aspects of health care systems.
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NUR 435 - Synthesis of Nursing Knowledge and Practice.
NUR 405 , NUR 407 , NUR 410 with grades of C+ (2.3) or better. (5).
Provides students with a guided opportunity to synthesize nursing knowledge with practice while providing care for individuals and families. Students provide care for a group of clients under the guidance of a preceptor in a hospital setting with clinical faculty maintaining responsibility for students’ learning experiences. Case presentations by student focus on learning experiences tailored to students’ needs. Students use nursing and other theories to support their evidence-based nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, proactive clinical judgment, self-assessment, inquiry, and the role and responsibilities of the professional nurse.
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NUR 436 - Synthesis of Nursing Knowledge and Practice for ASD Program.
NUR 330 , NUR 336 , NUR 369 . (4).
Provides students guided opportunity to synthesize nursing knowledge with practice while providing care for individuals and families. Accelerated second degree students provide care for a group of clients under the guidance of a preceptor in a hospital setting with clinical faculty maintaining responsibility for students’ learning experiences. Case presentations by students focus on learning experiences tailed to students’ needs. Students use nursing and other theories to support their evidence-based nursing practice. Emphasis on critical thinking, proactive clinical judgment, self-assessment, inquiry, and the role and responsibilities of the professional nurse.
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NUR 440 - Leadership and Management in Nursing for Second Degree.
NUR 330 , NUR 336 , NUR 369 , NUR 401 with grades of C+ (2.3) or better. (5).
Designed to prepare the graduate to assume leadership and collaboration roles in the clinical setting of health care organizations. A theoretical framework for nursing leadership and management within the health care nursing systems; a systems approach to administrative concepts related to leadership theory, principles of organizations, and management process. Provides second degree students with clinical experience in management and leadership aspects of health care systems by building on previous educational background and experiences.
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NUR 495 - Honors Thesis I (Off-Campus Study).
Acceptance in the Nursing Honors program; consent of Honors Council or its designate;consent of department chair. (4).
Independent study course designed for the off-campus study experience. Credit and grade are not given until completion of NUR 496 . Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 496 - Honors Thesis II (Senior Honors Seminar).
Prior or concurrent election of NUR 495 . (4).
Independent study course designed for completion of the senior Honors Project (Honors Thesis). Graded ABCDE/Y. Offered infrequently.
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NUR 499 - Independent Study in Nursing.
Admission to Traditional BSN or RN to BSN Program, all 200-level nursing courses, consent of instructor. (1-4).
Under the guidance and with the approval of a selected faculty member, student develops behavioral objectives appropriate to the topic being studied and a plan of action to achieve objectives. May be based on experience, directed reading, study or research. May not be used as a substitute for required courses, but may be used to fulfill nursing elective requirements. May be reelected to a total of 4 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 501 - Health Promotion.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (2).
Built on the premise that health is a state of physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well being, not merely the absence of disease prevention explored as they relate to individuals, families, community and cultural groups.
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NUR 507 - Mental Health for Advanced Practice.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (3).
Theoretical and conceptual foundations for advanced practitioners to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate and treat adults with mental health issues in a primary care setting. Emphasis on evaluation, differentiation and psycho-pharmacological intervention of psychiatric disorders in accordance with DSM criteria. Discussion of family dynamics utilizing the Bowen Family Systems Theory.
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NUR 510 - Office and Minor Emergency Procedures – Theory & Practicum.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (1).
Theory and technical skills basic to the beginning management of common office and emergency situations. Supervised laboratory practice for basic suturing techniques, application of splints and casts, incision and drainage of abscesses, management of the hostile patient, collection of medical evidence and others. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 520 - Physical Diagnosis across the Lifespan-Theory.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (3).
Theoretical information needed to complete diagnostic evaluation of patients across the lifespan. Emphasis on differential diagnosis and clinical decision-making.
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NUR 521 - Physical Diagnosis across the Lifespan - Practicum.
NUR 520 . (3).
Students gain experience in diagnostic evaluation, written and verbal presentation of clinical data. Enhance acquisition of differential diagnostic skills. 12 supervised clinical hours weekly. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 524 - Management of Acute/Chronic Problems across the Lifespan – Theory.
NUR 521 . (4).
Theories and concepts from physical, behavioral and cultural theories and concepts as they relate to diagnosis and management of common acute/chronic episodic health problems for patients across the lifespan. Special attention to problems endemic to underserved populations.
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NUR 525 - Management of Acute/Chronic Problems across the Lifespan–Practicum.
NUR 524 . (4).
Application of critical thinking using physical behavior and cultural theories and concepts as they relate to diagnosis and management of common acute/chronic episodic health problems for the patient across the lifespan. Emphasis on evidence-based practice in the clinical setting. 16 supervised clinical hours weekly.
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NUR 526 - Pediatric History and Physical – Theory & Practicum.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (2).
Draws upon theories and techniques of physical, psychosocial and family systems science to develop a complete database including history, physical examination and developmental profile of the child. Opportunity to apply these skills in well-child environments with emphasis on the underserved at risk pediatric population. Graded ABCDE/Y. Offered infrequently.
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NUR 528 - Management of Pediatric Acute/Chronic Problems – Theory.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (3).
Theoretical and technical information needed for assessment and diagnostic work-up of the pediatric population experiencing acute/chronic episodic health problems. Emphasis on differential diagnosis and clinical decision-making in the pediatric environment. Offered infrequently.
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NUR 529 - Management of Pediatric Acute/Chronic Problems – Practicum.
Prior or concurrent election of NUR 528 or consent of Program Director. (4).
Students apply theories and concepts of physical, behavioral and holistic sciences, clinical decision-making to diagnosis and management of common acute/chronic episodic problems of the pediatric age group. 16 supervised clinical hours weekly. Offered infrequently.
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NUR 531 - Women’s Health.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (2).
Cultural, physical and developmental health of women from adolescence through end of life.
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NUR 532 - Leadership, Informatics & Policy for Advanced Practice.
NUR 598 . (3).
National and international health policies and economic issues impacting delivery and outcomes related to health care and advanced practice nursing. Exploration of principles and innovative leadership techniques for the advanced practice nurse to assume a leadership role in transforming healthcare. Use of current and emergent technologies in health care, actual and potential effects on advanced nursing practice, process of care, and patient outcomes.
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NUR 535 - Advanced Practice Nursing Care of the Older Adult Theory and Practicum.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (3).
Theories and concepts from physical, behavioral, holistic and nursing sciences as they relate to assessment, diagnosis and management of health, disease, illness, and developmental, functional and clinical problems of older adults; information on health disparities of and culturally competent care for culturally diverse elders. Emphasis on evidence-based strategies for nurse practitioners related to health promotion and diagnosis and management of disease and illness of the older adult in community contexts (assisted living and longterm care settings).
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NUR 540 - Advanced Practice Role Theory.
NUR 597 . (3).
Provides theoretical insight; a forum to discuss professional, practice, legal, political, business, management and managed care content related to the nurse practitioner role. Emphasis on American Nurses Credentialing Center requirements for certification and State of Michigan requirements for practice as an advanced practice registered nurse. The Adult Psychiatric Mental Health student will be exposed to the role of the psychiatric mental health consultant.
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NUR 541 - APRN Role Practicum.
Prior or concurrent election of NUR 540 or consent of Program Director. (4).
Final practicum synthesizing the learning experience. Continued clinical exposure to enhance professional identity and role development as an independent/interdependent provider of primary care. Students in the Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner track will develop and lead psychotherapy groups. 16 supervised clinical hours weekly.
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NUR 560 - Psychiatric Diagnosis – Theory.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (2).
Application of previously acquired critical thinking skills to diagnosis and treatment of clients with specific psychiatric disorders. Utilization of clinical case studies to illustrate development of an empirical data base including comprehensive history, physical examination, interpretation of laboratory and nuclear medicine data, DSM-IV-R multiaxial classification, dynamic formulation. Emphasis on clinical interviewing techniques and selection of appropriate therapies. Graded ABCDE/Y. Offered infrequently.
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NUR 561 - Psychiatric Diagnosis – Practicum.
Prior or concurrent election of NUR 560 or consent of Program Director. (2).
Advances diagnostic skills by applying the critical thinking pathway to clients currently experiencing psychiatric disorders. Students guided and supervised by clinical preceptors and faculty practitioners. Graded ABCDE/Y. Offered infrequently.
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NUR 570 - Individual/Couple/Family Psychotherapy Theory.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (3).
Introduction to principles and techniques of short-term outcome oriented psychotherapy, couples counseling and family systems psychotherapy. Emphasis on the work of Ellis, Beck, Burns, Perls, Minuchin, Bowen, Paplau and Erickson. Offered infrequently.
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NUR 571 - Individual/Couple/Family Psychotherapy – Practicum.
Prior or concurrent election of NUR 570 or consent of Program Director. (4).
Application of the principles learned in NUR 570 to individuals, couples and families experiencing actual or potential mental health problems. Students guided and supervised by clinical preceptors and faculty practitioners. Offered infrequently.
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NUR 580 - Group Psychotherapy – Theory.
Admission to MSN program or consent of Program Director. (2).
Introduction to principles and process of Short Term Outpatient Group Psychotherapy. Theories of Beck, Yalom and Gestalt discussed as applied to groups. Phases of group, group process and content, problems arising within groups, medical problems amenable to group work and economics of group therapy. Offered infrequently.
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NUR 595 - Graduate Research Theory I.
Graduate standing or consent of instructor. (2).
Preparation of the healthcare practitioner to utilize new knowledge to provide high quality healthcare, initiate change, and improve practice. Evidence-based practice serves as a foundation to translate knowledge for best practice. Provides knowledge and skills and relevant data needed to answer questions identified in healthcare practice. Focus on use of technology to understand statistics and research methods. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 596 - Graduate Research Theory II.
Successful completion of NUR 595 or consent of instructor. (2).
Preparation of the healthcare practitioner to utilize new knowledge to provide high quality healthcare, initiate change, and improve practice. Evidence-based practice serves as a foundation to translate knowledge for best practice. Focus on evidence-based conceptual frameworks and models in addition to change theories. Emphasis on improving clinical outcomes, safety and quality, and health policy for the healthcare provider. Focus on use of information technology for translation of evidence into practice. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 597 - Graduate Research Theory III.
Successful completion of NUR 596 or consent of instructor. (2).
Preparation of the healthcare practitioner to utilize new knowledge to provide high quality healthcare, initiate change, and improve practice. Evidence-based practice serves as a foundation to translate knowledge for best outcomes. Focus on implementation and analysis of evidence for best practice for the advanced practice healthcare provider. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 598 - Graduate Research Theory IV.
Successful completion of NUR 597 or consent of instructor. (1).
Preparation of the healthcare practitioner to utilize new knowledge to provide high quality healthcare, initiate change, and improve practice. Evidence-based practice serves as a foundation to translate knowledge for best outcomes. Focus on synthesis of assessing, planning, intervening and evaluating the health and illness outcomes of clients (individuals, families and communities), and communicating outcomes through dissemination both in oral and written formats. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory/Y.
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NUR 599 - Nursing Research/Theory V.
NUR 597 , NUR 598 ; or consent of instructor. (1).
NUR 599 is the fifth of the five-theory/research courses and builds upon NUR 598. This course is the culmination of the steps in the research process that includes emphasis on nursing science as a foundation for integrating nursing theory, practice and research. The content and organization of this course reflects the last two chapters of the master’s thesis, the integration of the thesis chapters and dissemination of findings. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 600 - Independent Study in Graduate Nursing.
Consent of Program Director. Open only to graduate Nursing students. (1-4).
Under guidance and with approval of a faculty member, student develops behavioral objectives appropriate to a topic of study and a plan of action to achieve objectives. May include clinical experience and/or directed reading, study or research. May not be used as a substitute for required courses. May be reelected to a total of 4 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 601 - Biostatistics for Advanced Practice in Health Care.
Admission to DNP program or consent of Program Director. (3).
Advanced statistical techniques including multivariate analysis of variance, multiple regression, structural equations modeling, log-linear modeling, factor analysis and discriminant analysis. Students analyze large data sets using PC and mainframe statistical software.
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NUR 602 - Advanced Pathophysiology I.
Admission to DNP program or consent of Program Director. (3).
In-depth exploration of physiological alterations associated with various disease processes across the lifespan. Data for the development of clinical decision-making necessary in the diagnosis and management of disease including secondary and tertiary prevention.
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NUR 603 - Advanced Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics.
BSN to DNP semester 2, or consent of Program Director. (3).
In-depth exploration of phases of pharmacokinetics, including chemical processes that impact drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion. Representative drugs of pharmacologic groups, indications for use, drug selection, titration of dosage, key adverse effects, monitoring of therapy, alternate drugs, special concerns in prescribing to children, adolescents and older adults.
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NUR 604 - Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning - Theory.
BSN to DNP semester 2. (3).
Advanced health assessment and differential diagnosis for adolescents, adults and elders seen in primary care settings. Focus on diagnostic reasoning and laboratory and diagnostic testing as a framework to synthesize knowledge for comprehensive, systematic and organized assessment of clients. Diverse approaches to refinement of assessment techniques, proficiency in conducting history and physical examinations, and sensitivity to cultural and developmental needs.
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NUR 605 - Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning - Practicum.
BSN to DNP semester 3. (3).
Students apply knowledge and skills learned in NUR 604 to perform comprehensive health assessments of adolescents, adults and elders under the direction of a preceptor in primary care settings. Use of laboratory and diagnostic testing; opportunities for systematic and organized health assessments that are sensitive to cultural and developmental needs. Seminar component uses variety of teaching and learning strategies to enable synthesis of clinical experiences for further critical thinking and growth.
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NUR 606 - Epidemiology for Advanced Practice in Health Care.
BSN to DNP semester 6 or MSN to DNP, or consent of Program Director. (2).
Exploration of disease and ill health in social and environmental context through study of patterns of occurrence in human populations. Approaches of epidemiology in estimating the burden of disease and evaluating primary, secondary and tertiary prevention strategies.
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NUR 607 - Informatics.
BSN to DNP semester 7 or MSN to DNP, or consent of Program Director. (3).
The emerging specialty of informatics and use of technology in health care; theoretical development, scope and standards for nursing practice. Current and emergent technologies, actual and potential effects on advanced nursing practice, process of care, and patient outcomes.
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NUR 608 - Advanced Pathophysiology II.
NUR 602 . (2).
Continued in-depth exploration of physiological alterations associated with various disease processes across the lifespan. Provides data for the development of clinical decision-making necessary in the diagnosis and management of disease, including secondary and tertiary prevention.
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NUR 700 - Research I for Doctor of Nursing Practice.
BSN to DNP semester 2 or MSN to DNP. (3).
Examination of evidence-based practice for the advanced healthcare practitioner, with a focus on finding and evaluating different type of research evidence and integrating it into clinical practice. Students discover how to formulate a clinical question and apply best evidence in conjunction with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values to make culturally competent evidence-based practice decisions, and learn how to protect the rights and welfare of human research subjects recruited to participate in research activities.
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NUR 701 - Research II for Doctor of Nursing Practice.
BSN to DNP semester 4 or MSN to DNP. (2).
Students learn to appraise theories and models to guide evidence-based translational research implementation into organizational settings and populations, assess methods of evaluation for health outcomes, and select dissemination venues for evidence-based translational research.
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NUR 715 - Theoretical Perspectives in the Discipline of Nursing for Advanced Practice.
BSN to DNP semester 3 or MSN to DNP. (3).
Focus on theories of nursing and theories from other disciplines, including levels of theoretical thinking as a basis for conceptual frameworks for advanced nursing practice.
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NUR 720 - Primary Health Care of Adolescents/Adults/Elders I - Theory.
BSN to DNP semester 4. (3).
Health as a state of physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being - not merely the absence of disease- explored in relation to individuals, families, community and cultural groups. Theories from physical, behavioral and social sciences relating to health promotion, illness prevention, diagnosis and management of common acute/chronic episodic health problems and issues; evidence-based best practices for health promotion and diagnosis and management of disease and illness for the adolescent, adult and older adult in various community contexts. Special attention to problems endemic to underserved populations with health disparities.
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NUR 721 - Primary Health Care of Adolescents/Adults/Elders II - Theory.
BSN to DNP semester 5. (3).
Further exploration of theories and concepts considered in NUR 720 .
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NUR 723 - Primary Health Care of Adolescents/Adults/Elders - Practicum.
NUR 605 . (2).
Students apply theories and concepts from physical, behavioral, cultural and social science evidence-based best practices in practical settings. Health promotion, illness prevention, assessment, diagnosis and management of health, disease, illness and developmental, function and clinical problems of the adolescent, adult and older adult from diverse cultural groups. Seminar component uses variety of teaching and learning strategies to enable synthesis of clinical experiences for further critical thinking and growth. A total of 6 credits in NUR 723 are required.
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NUR 730 - Applied Clinical Pharmacology for Primary Health Care I.
BSN to DNP semester 4. (1).
Focus on pharmacologic management of health and illness in the adolescent, adult and older adult patient in diverse cultural groups. Emphasis on evidence-based best practices.
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NUR 731 - Applied Clinical Pharmacology for Primary Health Care II.
BSN to DNP semester 5. (1).
Further exploration of theories and concepts considered in NUR 730 .
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NUR 740 - Advanced Health Assessment of Children - Theory.
BSN to DNP semester 7. (2).
Advanced health assessment and differential diagnosis for infants, toddlers, children and adolescents. Focus on diagnostic reasoning and developmental, laboratory and diagnostic testing as a framework to synthesize knowledge for comprehensive assessment of pediatric clients. Emphasis on refinement of advanced health assessment techniques; diverse approaches used to expand proficiency in conducting history and physical examinations and promote sensitivity to cultural and developmental needs.
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NUR 745 - Primary Health Care of Children - Theory.
BSN to DNP semester 8. (3).
Acute and chronic health problems and wellness in pediatric patients; emphasis on differential diagnosis and clinical decision-making and evidence-based best practices related to health promotion and diagnosis and management of disease and illness of the pediatric patient. Variety of teaching and learning strategies used to promote critical thinking and synthesis of knowledge in assessment and management of pediatric patients in a primary care setting. Emphasis on care sensitive to the cultural and developmental needs of the pediatric population.
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NUR 746 - Primary Health Care of Children-Practicum I.
NUR 745 . (2).
Students apply theory and evidence-based best practice strategies learned in NUR 745 in a pediatric primary care office setting. Seminar component uses variety of teaching and learning strategies to enable synthesis of clinical experiences for further critical thinking and growth.
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NUR 747 - Primary Health Care of Children-Practicum II.
NUR 746 . (3).
Further exploration of NUR 746 .
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NUR 750 - Advanced Practice Nursing with Families and Care of Psychiatric/Mental Health Community Needs.
BSN to DNP semester 7. (3).
Exploration of key principles of family therapies, the effectiveness of these treatments for family psychotherapy, and cultural competence for providing community- and population-based programs that promote mental health and prevent risk of mental health problems and psychiatric disorders. Focus on application and integration of core concepts with students’ other experiences.
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NUR 753 - Medication Management for Psychiatric Mental Health NP.
Admission to the DNP Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner concentration and NUR 750 . (3).
Development of clinical knowledge and application of behavioral neurology to clinical aspects associated with mental health disorders and pharmacological interventions. Includes 1-credit clinical practicum.
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NUR 760 - Advanced Women’s Health Theory and Practicum.
BSN to DNP semester 7. (3).
Focus on culturally congruent management of emotional and physical health care of women, from adolescence through postmenopause, as well as STIs for both men and women. Emphasis on anticipatory guidance and preconceptual, prenatal and post-partum experiences. Clinical focus on refinement and synthesis of advanced practice skills emphasizing special health needs of women and current diagnostic and treatment protocols.
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NUR 761 - Advanced Women’s Health Practicum.
NUR 760 or concurrent election. (1-3).
Students apply theories and concepts from physical, behavioral, cultural and social science evidence-based best practices in clinical settings with a focus on obstetrics and gynecological care. Advanced practice role encompasses health promotion, illness prevention, assessment, diagnosis and management of health, disease, illness and developmental, function and clinical problems from adolescence through postmenopause, as well as STIs for both men and women. Emphasis on culturally competent and evidence-based anticipatory guidance and preconceptual, prenatal and post-partum experiences. Seminar component uses variety of teaching and learning strategies to enable synthesis of clinical experiences for further critical thinking and growth. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 763 - Management of Chronic Pain.
Admission to the DNP program. (3).
Exploration of evidence-based care of chronic pain including assessment, diagnosis and management. Legal and regulatory aspects of prescribing controlled substances. Planning to address and meet the challenges of management of chronic pain.
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NUR 770 - Mental Health in Primary Care for Advanced Practice.
NUR 830 . (3).
Theoretical foundations for assessment and management of persons with mental health concerns within a primary care setting. Students identify treatment strategies, including counseling and pharmacotherapeutics, appropriate referral processes, and community resources.
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NUR 780 - Advanced Practice Nursing Care of Persons across the Life Span with Psychiatric Mental Health Concerns I - Theory.
BSN to DNP semester 8. (3).
Students synthesize theoretical, scientific and clinical knowledge for the assessment and management of health promotion, disease prevention, and treatment across the life span for individuals with mental health problems and psychiatric disorders, based on DSM-V and ICD-9 taxonomies.
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NUR 781 - Advanced Practice Nursing Care of Persons Across the Life Span with Psychiatric Mental Health Concerns I - Practicum.
BSN to DNP semester 9. (3).
Guided and supervised by clinical and faculty preceptors, students apply diagnostic and critical thinking skills while working with individuals across the life span experiencing mental health disease and disorders. Demonstrates knowledge of pharmacologic agents based on individual characteristics.
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NUR 782 - Clinical Practicum I.
Consent of instructor. (1).
Under guidance of a faculty member, the student develops behavioral objectives appropriate to a topic of study and a plan of action to achieve objectives. Includes clinical experience and/or directed reading, study or research. May be reelected for credit. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory/Y.
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NUR 790 - Advanced Practice Nursing Care of Persons Across the Life Span with Psychiatric Mental Health Concerns II - Theory.
BSN to DNP semester 10. (3).
Students apply previously acquired critical thinking skills to the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of individuals across the life span with a focus personality disorders, substance abuse, developmental and select other DSM-V disorders and ICD-9 taxonomies . Students apply theory and best practice for group psychotherapy.
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NUR 791 - Advanced Practice Nursing Care of Persons Across the Life Span with Psychiatric Mental Health Concerns II - Practicum.
BSN to DNP semester 11. (3).
Guided and supervised by clinical and faculty preceptors, students continue to advance diagnostic and critical thinking skills working with clients across the life span experiencing acute and chronic mental health problems and psychiatric disorders. Students demonstrate knowledge of pharmacologic agents based on individual characteristics, and conduct individual psychodynamic and group psychotherapy.
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NUR 792 - Clinical Practicum II.
Consent of instructor. (1).
Further exploration of topics from NUR 782 . May be reelected for credit. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory/Y.
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NUR 800 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Theory/Practicum I.
NUR 720 , NUR 721 , NUR 723 . (4).
Application of theories and concepts from physical, behavioral, cultural, social science and evidence-based best practices to clinical problems with adult and geratric populations in diverse settings. Seminar component uses variety of teaching and learning strategies to enable synthesis of clinical experiences for further critical thinking and growth.
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NUR 801 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Theory/Practicum II.
NUR 800 . (3).
Continued application of theories and concepts from physical, behavioral, cultural and social sciences and evidence-based best practices to clinical problems of adult and geriatric populations in diverse settings. Seminar component uses a variety of teaching and learning strategies to enable synthesis of clinical experiences for further critical thinking and growth.
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NUR 810 - Advanced Transcultural Care.
BSN to DNP semester 11 or MSN to DNP, or consent of Program Director. (3).
Focus on synthesis of transcultural theories and models from nursing and other disciplines to explore cultural diversities and similarities; application to health care. Practice processes that bring about culturally congruent care promoting client health, well-being and social justice; cultural frameworks used to examine broad social structure issues common to vulnerable populations.
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NUR 820 - Health Policy and Economics.
BSN to DNP semester 9 or MSN to DNP, or consent of Program Director. (3).
National and international health policies and economic issues impacting delivery and outcomes related to health care and advanced practice nursing. Health care delivery models and reimbursement mechanisms from policy and economic perspectives; the advanced practice role in applied research and formation of health care policy.
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NUR 830 - Advanced Practice Role - Theory.
BSN to DNP semester 10. (2).
Forum for discussion of theoretical insights and leadership and management issues related to the multiple roles of the nurse practitioner at the doctoral (DNP) level. The process of consultation and collaboration in advanced nursing practice; the process of DNP certification and requirements for practice as a licensed independent practitioner.
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NUR 831 - Advanced Practice Role - Practicum.
BSN to DNP semester 10. (3).
Clinical opportunity to enhance professional identity and role development as an independent provider of primary care at the doctoral level. Synthesis of prior learning experience in the context of advanced practice in a clinical setting; focus on evidence-based best practices to enhance clinical safety, quality and efficiency. Seminar component uses variety of teaching and learning strategies to enable synthesis of clinical experiences for further critical thinking and growth.
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NUR 832 - Advanced Practice Roles for APRNs.
Admission to the DNP program. (2).
Forum for discussion of theoretical insights and leadership issues related to the multiple roles of the nurse practitioner at the doctoral (DNP) level.
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NUR 833 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care IV-Theory.
NUR 862 , NUR 863 and concurrent election of NUR 834 . (2).
Assessment, diagnosis, and management of common health care needs of old and “old-old” (frail elderly) adults with episodic or chronic conditions. Focus on advanced practice nursing in acute and transitional care settings, including sub-acute rehabilitation, long-term care, LTAC, and hospice; pathophysiology and appropriate pharmacological and medical interventions for this culturally diverse population. Mixed mode: 1-2 days on campus required for simulation labs focusing on techniques for difficult conversations, cognitive assessments, and other communication skills.
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NUR 834 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care IV-Practicum.
NUR 862 , NUR 863 and concurrent election of NUR 833 . (3).
Practicum providing opportunities to implement new concepts and skills through assessment and management, while collaborating with appropriate preceptor in multiple settings. Focus on patient stabilization and minimization of complications across the trajectory of illness, including, when indicated, palliation and referral for end-of-life care.
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NUR 840 - Organizational and Administrative Theory.
BSN to DNP semester 8 or MSN to DNP, or consent of Program Director. (3).
Provides a comprehensive exploration of principles and innovative leadership techniques for the advanced practice nurse to assume a leadership role in transforming healthcare and educational environments. Content will focus on systems thinking, values and ethics, human resource utilization, legal issues, decision-making, organizational cultural climate, communication skills, succession planning, theories of change and change leadership, creation of learning communities, professional accountability, and leadership within professional nursing organizations.
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NUR 850 - Urgent Primary Care - Theory/Practicum.
BSN to DNP semester 12. (2).
Theory and technical skills applicable to the beginning management of emergent office situations. Supervised practice for common office procedures; special topics.
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NUR 860 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care I-Theory.
NUR 723 and concurrent election of NUR 861 . (3).
Assessment, diagnosis and management for selected health care needs of culturally diverse adults across the lifespan. Emphasis on synthesis and application of nursing-related theories and scientific knowledge for diagnosis and evidence-based management of disease, with a specific focus on cardiovascular and pulmonary systems. Mixed mode: 3-4 days on campus required for simulation lab demonstrations focusing on ECG recognition, urgent and emergent assessments, CXR interpretation, chest tubes/pleuryx catheters, central lines, arterial lines, assistive and life support devices, CIED, trachiotomies, BiPAP and mechanical ventilation.
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NUR 861 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care I-Practicum.
NUR 723 and concurrent election of NUR 860 . (1).
Practicum providing opportunities to observe and implement concepts and skills in select clinical settings. Focus on ongoing refinement of cognitive and clinical skills needed to provide comprehensive physical and functional assessments, apply diagnostic reasoning, and plan evidence-based interventions.
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NUR 862 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care II-Theory.
NUR 860 , NUR 861 and concurrent election of NUR 863 . (2).
Assessment, diagnosis and management of common health care needs of adults across the lifespan with episodic or chronic conditions. Focus on advanced practice nursing in acute care settings; pathophysiology and appropriate pharmacological and medical interventions for renal, neurological and gastrointestinal conditions. Mixed mode: 3-4 days on campus required for simulation labs demonstrating CRRT, prescribing blood products, paracentesis, lumbar puncture, and ICP monitoring.
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NUR 863 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care II-Practicum.
NUR 860 , NUR 861 and concurrent election of NUR 862 . (3).
Practicum providing opportunities to implement new concepts and skills through assessment and management, while collaborating with appropriate preceptors in multiple acute care settings. Focus on health promotion and maintenance.
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NUR 864 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care III-Theory.
NUR 862 , NUR 863 and concurrent election of NUR 865 . (2).
Assessment, diagnosis, and management across the lifespan for adults with episodic and chronic conditions. Focus on advanced practice nursing in acute care settings; pathophysiology and appropriate pharmacological and medical interventions for immunological systems, oncological issues, infectious disease, endocrine, and urological conditions. Mixed mode: 2-3 days on campus required for simulation lab demonstrations, including prescribing insulin drips, pain management, epidurals, and TPN.
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NUR 865 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care III-Practicum.
NUR 862 , NUR 863 and concurrent election of NUR 864 . (3).
Practicum providing opportunities to implement new concepts and skills through assessment and management while collaborating with appropriate preceptor in multiple acute care settings. Focus on patient stabilization and minimization of complications and coordination of care with the multidisciplinary team.
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NUR 870 - Nursing Education - Theory/Application.
BSN to DNP semester 12 or MSN to DNP, or consent of Program Director. (3).
Examination of nursing education in relation to the faculty role encompassing curriculum development, educational theory, measurement and evaluation, and a variety of teaching and learning strategies. Current educational issues, principles of staff development, the higher education system, and future education trends; opportunity for implementation of an educational project.
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NUR 900 - Independent Study.
Consent of instructor. (1-4).
Under guidance and with approval of a faculty member, the student develops behavioral objectives appropriate to a topic of study and a plan of action to achieve objectives. May include clinical experience and/or directed reading, study or research. May not be used as a substitute for required courses. May be reelected for credit. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory/Y.
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NUR 901 - Capstone Seminar I.
BSN to DNP or MSN to DNP semester 6. (2).
Focus on application of diverse types and levels of research evidence leading to development of a scholarly capstone project, approved by the chair, in a clinical academic or organization setting. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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NUR 902 - Capstone Seminar II.
BSN to DNP or MSN to DNP semester 9; NUR 901 . (2).
Further exploration of topics and projects in NUR 901 . Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory/Y.
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NUR 903 - Capstone Seminar III.
BSN to DNP semester 10 or 11 or MSN to DNP semester 10, NUR 902 , consent of chair. (2).
Further exploration of topics and projects in NUR 902 . Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory_NR/Y.
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NUR 904 - Capstone Research I.
Prior election of NUR 903 . (1).
Students work closely with Capstone Committee on a research project. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory/Y.
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PHL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy.
(3) H.
Examination of some of the main questions of philosophy, how they arise, and methods of answering them, based on the works of selected authors. Relationships between philosophical themes and other facets of cultural expression. Presentation of simpler problems in nontechnical language designed to introduce the student to philosophical inquiry.
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PHL 103 - Critical Thinking.
(3) H.
Nontechnical course. Methods of analyzing and evaluating arguments from a variety of sources, e.g., newspaper articles, advertising, and political speeches. Emphasis on exercises and on the writing of short critical papers.
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PHL 115 - Mortal Questions.
(3) H.
Theoretical and practical understanding of fundamental issues concerning the meaning, nature and value of human life. Questions of life and death, values, sexuality, and the self and one’s relationships to others; answers within and outside the philosophical tradition; views and theories that address these questions, and their philosophical significance.
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PHL 151 - Philosophical Foundations of the World’s Religions.
(3) GS.
Concepts and beliefs fundamental to the world’s great religions. Nature of reality, the divine, the self, the soul, free will, evil, happiness, human society, and one’s place in the world. Views of theism in the religions of the ancient Middle East through modern Western religions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam; concepts of sublimity and enlightenment in the Eastern religions of Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism and Shintoism; animistic and shamanic beliefs in native American religions and the religions of Africa, South American and the South Pacific.
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PHL 162 - Introduction to Ethics.
(3) H.
Critical exploration of issues of value which may include the question “why be moral” and claims that morality is “all relative” or “everyone’s opinion.” Introduction to classic texts in philosophy that may include Aristotle, Kant, Bentham, Mill, Hume. Presentation of moral philosophy as an ongoing debate.
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PHL 165 - Philosophy of Religion.
(3) H.
Analysis of religious concepts and the possible justification of religious beliefs. Exploration of such questions as: Does God exist? Is there life after death? Does the existence of evil disprove the existence of God? Is divine foreknowledge compatible with human freedom?
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PHL 167 - Race, Gender and Sexuality.
(3) H/US.
Critical analysis of theories of race, gender, sexual identity. Gender and sex roles; racism, sexism and hetero-sexism; concepts of beauty; racial and sexual stereotypes; social issues such as affirmative action, violence, racial and sexual harassment, pornography. May be used to satisfy general education or BA distribution requirements, but not both. Also listed as WGS 167 .
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PHL 168 - Philosophy of Bioethics.
(3) H.
Introduction to classical ethical theories and their application to contemporary bioethical issues, such as neuroethics, ethics of nanotechnology, stem-cell research, bioterrorism, cloning as well as a broad range of health care issues such as health system reform, international health research, social inequities in health and the allocation of scarce resources.
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PHL 170 - Disabilities Studies.
(3) HW/US.
Introduction to disability issues including the medicalization of intellectual disability. I.Q. testing, eugenics, deaf education and deaf culture, the American Disabilities Act legislation and its impact on public institutions. May be used to satisfy general education or BA distribution requirements, but not both.
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