Nursing Courses
NUR 186
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
NUR 286
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
NUR 341
Essential-Hlt Assess & Nurs I
Prerequisite: BIO 102 with a C or better
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
This course focuses on the assessment of health and the promotion of wellness throughout the lifespan through the nursing process, and American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice.. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience and three hours of clinical nursing skills laboratory experiences each week. Appropriate standardized exam is required. Active Learning Experience. NOTE: Taken Fall Term of sophomore year. Course Fee: $525 . 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
This course focuses on the assessment of health and the promotion of wellness throughout the lifespan through the nursing process, and American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice.. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience and three hours of clinical nursing skills laboratory experiences each week. Appropriate standardized exam is required. Active Learning Experience. NOTE: Taken Fall Term of sophomore year. Course Fee: $525 . 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
NUR 342
Essential-Hlt Assess & Nurs II
Prerequisite: NUR 341 with C or better
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This course focuses on the a comprehensive understanding of the essential fundamental and/or foundational concepts necessary to provide holistic nursing care for clients throughout the lifespan through the utilization of the nursing process, as recommended by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. The course provides the opportunity for students to apply their knowledge and skills learned in healthcare settings. Integration of health assessment, pathophysiology, and pharmacology will be emphasized. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of sophomore year. Course Fee: $46 1-1/2 Course Credits
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This course focuses on the a comprehensive understanding of the essential fundamental and/or foundational concepts necessary to provide holistic nursing care for clients throughout the lifespan through the utilization of the nursing process, as recommended by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. The course provides the opportunity for students to apply their knowledge and skills learned in healthcare settings. Integration of health assessment, pathophysiology, and pharmacology will be emphasized. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of sophomore year. Course Fee: $46 1-1/2 Course Credits
1.5 Course Credits
NUR 350
Nursing of Children & Adults I
Prerequisites: NUR 342, BIO 222, and CFS 221 with C or better.
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
This course is the first of a two-course sequence, which deepens the student's understanding of the nursing care of adults experiencing alterations in health. Team building is emphasized in this course. Students will create an interdisciplinary discharge plan of care for a patient in the perioperative area. Students will create educational patient videos utilizing health literacy concepts. Clinical experiences provide the student with the opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of
clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTES: Taken Fall Term of junior year. 1-1/2 Course Credits
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
This course is the first of a two-course sequence, which deepens the student's understanding of the nursing care of adults experiencing alterations in health. Team building is emphasized in this course. Students will create an interdisciplinary discharge plan of care for a patient in the perioperative area. Students will create educational patient videos utilizing health literacy concepts. Clinical experiences provide the student with the opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of
clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTES: Taken Fall Term of junior year. 1-1/2 Course Credits
1.5 Course Credits
NUR 351
Nur Child/Adult-Psy/Mntl Hlt
Prerequisites: NUR 342, BIO 207, BIO 222, CFS 221, CHM 113, and PSY 100 with C or Better
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
The focus of this course is on nursing care of children and adults with psychiatric/mental-health needs. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands the concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Clinical experiences provide the student with opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTES: Taken Fall Term of junior year. Course Fee: $101
1 Course Credits
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
The focus of this course is on nursing care of children and adults with psychiatric/mental-health needs. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands the concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Clinical experiences provide the student with opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTES: Taken Fall Term of junior year. Course Fee: $101
1 Course Credits
1 Course Credit
NUR 352
Research in Nursing
Prerequisite: NUR 342, CFS 221, BIO 222, CHM 113, and PSY 100 with C or better.
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
The focus of this course is the application of statistical analysis as it relates to real world health issues. This course is firmly grounded in statistical methods. The course includes an in-depth examination of various forms of research (quantitative, qualitative, evidenced based practice), and methods of collecting and analyzing data. Students will focus on the use of evidence-based knowledge from nursing and the sciences as the basis for practice, as described in the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. Critical appraisal and use of nursing research studies as well as hypothesis testing will be a major emphasis of the course Four hours in class each week.. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of junior year. 1/2 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
The focus of this course is the application of statistical analysis as it relates to real world health issues. This course is firmly grounded in statistical methods. The course includes an in-depth examination of various forms of research (quantitative, qualitative, evidenced based practice), and methods of collecting and analyzing data. Students will focus on the use of evidence-based knowledge from nursing and the sciences as the basis for practice, as described in the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. Critical appraisal and use of nursing research studies as well as hypothesis testing will be a major emphasis of the course Four hours in class each week.. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of junior year. 1/2 Course Credit
1/2 Course Credit
NUR 353
Nursg of Children & Adults II
Prerequisites: NUR 350 with C or better
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This course is the second of a two-course sequence that focuses on the care of adults experiencing alterations in health. This course emphasizes holistic nursing care. Students develop time management and prioritizing skills. Students are prepared to deliver professional presentations by participating in a poster session at a local healthcare institution. By the end of this course, students are prepared to deliver holistic nursing care to individuals with minimal assistance, preparing them for their Capstone course NUR 450. Clinical experiences provide the student with the opportunities to care for clients/families in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. Four hours of class each week and 84 hours of clinical per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTES: Taken Spring Term of junior year. Course Fee: $51. 1.5 Course Credits
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This course is the second of a two-course sequence that focuses on the care of adults experiencing alterations in health. This course emphasizes holistic nursing care. Students develop time management and prioritizing skills. Students are prepared to deliver professional presentations by participating in a poster session at a local healthcare institution. By the end of this course, students are prepared to deliver holistic nursing care to individuals with minimal assistance, preparing them for their Capstone course NUR 450. Clinical experiences provide the student with the opportunities to care for clients/families in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. Four hours of class each week and 84 hours of clinical per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTES: Taken Spring Term of junior year. Course Fee: $51. 1.5 Course Credits
1.5 Course Credits
NUR 354
Pharmacology
Prerequisite: CHM 113 with C or better
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
The emphasis of this course is on the general principles of drug action that form the basis for understanding the actions of specific drugs. Students will be introduced to the benefits and risks of pharmacologic therapy, including complementary and alternative therapies. Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate a basic understanding of pharmacology and be able to apply the knowledge of pharmacologic basics to nursing practice. Four hours in class per week. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of the sophomore year. Course Fee: $46
1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
The emphasis of this course is on the general principles of drug action that form the basis for understanding the actions of specific drugs. Students will be introduced to the benefits and risks of pharmacologic therapy, including complementary and alternative therapies. Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate a basic understanding of pharmacology and be able to apply the knowledge of pharmacologic basics to nursing practice. Four hours in class per week. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of the sophomore year. Course Fee: $46
1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
NUR 355
Pediatric Nursing
Prequisite: NUR 350 with C or better
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This course is designed as a comprehensive examination of the historical, cultural, spiritual, ethical, legal developmental and psychosocial components of nursing care of pediatric populations within a healthcare setting. Clinical experience will allow for application of concepts and theories to support holistic care of pediatric clients and their families. Clinical experiences provide the student with the opportunities to care for clients/families in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of junior year. Course Fee: $50. 1 Course Credit.
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This course is designed as a comprehensive examination of the historical, cultural, spiritual, ethical, legal developmental and psychosocial components of nursing care of pediatric populations within a healthcare setting. Clinical experience will allow for application of concepts and theories to support holistic care of pediatric clients and their families. Clinical experiences provide the student with the opportunities to care for clients/families in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of junior year. Course Fee: $50. 1 Course Credit.
1 Course Credit
NUR 358
Child Health & Assessment(CFS)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered yet to be determined)
This course is designed as a comprehensive study of the health and safety needs of young children (birth through age 8) and the use of multiple assessments of children's development. Content will include prenatal and postpartum care; immunizations; chronic and acute health-care needs; safety issues and good health practices; legal and ethical considerations; evaluation of assessment instruments; and assessment report composition. Students also will become competent in the use of multiple assessments'such as observations, checklists, interviews, anecdotal records, play-based assessments, and norm-and-criterion-referenced tools as prescribed by state and national organizations and learned societies'and will be prepared to make professional decisions regarding screening, assessment, initial program planning, program modification, and program evaluation for young children. Emphasis will be placed on the culturally sensitive collaboration between the student and the families as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 20 field hours. Course Fee: $15. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered yet to be determined)
This course is designed as a comprehensive study of the health and safety needs of young children (birth through age 8) and the use of multiple assessments of children's development. Content will include prenatal and postpartum care; immunizations; chronic and acute health-care needs; safety issues and good health practices; legal and ethical considerations; evaluation of assessment instruments; and assessment report composition. Students also will become competent in the use of multiple assessments'such as observations, checklists, interviews, anecdotal records, play-based assessments, and norm-and-criterion-referenced tools as prescribed by state and national organizations and learned societies'and will be prepared to make professional decisions regarding screening, assessment, initial program planning, program modification, and program evaluation for young children. Emphasis will be placed on the culturally sensitive collaboration between the student and the families as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 20 field hours. Course Fee: $15. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
NUR 386
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
NUR 390A
Independent Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
NUR 390B
Independent Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
NUR 395
Internship
Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
1 to 3 Course Credits
NUR 397A
Team Initiated Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
NUR 397B
Team Initiated Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
NUR 398
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
1 Course Credit
NUR 447
Nurs Women & Childbearing Fam
Prerequisites: NUR 350 & 353; BIO 207; BIO 222; CFS 221; CHM 113; and PSY 100 with C or better.
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
The focus of this course is on nursing and women and the childbearing family, including women's health, antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal clients/families. Clinical experiences provide the student with opportunities to care for clients/families in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTES: Taken Fall Term of senior year. Course Fee: $45. 1-1/2 Course Credits
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
The focus of this course is on nursing and women and the childbearing family, including women's health, antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal clients/families. Clinical experiences provide the student with opportunities to care for clients/families in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTES: Taken Fall Term of senior year. Course Fee: $45. 1-1/2 Course Credits
1.5 Course Credits
NUR 448
Community Hlt Nur/Leadership I
Prerequisites: NUR 350 & 353 with C or better.
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
This course focuses on integration and application of public-health and community based nursing care. Social, cultural, economic, and political influences on families, communities, and the healthcare system will be explored. Emphasis is on assessment and health planning with families and populations at risk for health problems. Clinical experiences provide the student with opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice and the Standards of Community Health Nursing Practice. Community-based clinical/practicum settings include a variety of health and social agencies in nearby Appalachian counties. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTES: Taken Fall Term of senior year. Course Fee: $45. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
This course focuses on integration and application of public-health and community based nursing care. Social, cultural, economic, and political influences on families, communities, and the healthcare system will be explored. Emphasis is on assessment and health planning with families and populations at risk for health problems. Clinical experiences provide the student with opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice and the Standards of Community Health Nursing Practice. Community-based clinical/practicum settings include a variety of health and social agencies in nearby Appalachian counties. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam is required. NOTES: Taken Fall Term of senior year. Course Fee: $45. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
NUR 449
Community Hlt Nurs/Ldrship II
Prerequisite: NUR 448 (formerly NUR 348) with C or better
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This course focuses on leadership theories and provides a comprehensive assessment of personal leadership traits. A major emphasis of this course is the development of leadership, prioritization and delegation skills in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and a variety of related clinical exercises per term. NOTES: Taken Spring Term of senior year. Course Fee: $45. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This course focuses on leadership theories and provides a comprehensive assessment of personal leadership traits. A major emphasis of this course is the development of leadership, prioritization and delegation skills in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and a variety of related clinical exercises per term. NOTES: Taken Spring Term of senior year. Course Fee: $45. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
NUR 450
Synthesis in Nursing Practice
Prerequisites: NUR 350 and 448 (formerly NUR 347 and 348) with C or better
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This capstone course focuses on the delivery of nursing care to a variety of clients with multiple, complex health problems.. Students are expected to synthesize content from previous courses. In congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice, students will have the opportunity to expand the following abilities: a) identify patterns, connections, and relationships in health and disease, b) make decisions about nursing care based on a thorough assessment, analysis, and exploration of potential consequences, c) use therapeutic communication, d) develop skills needed to design, implement, and evaluate therapeutic nursing interventions and e) demonstrate their ability to function as a member of an interdisciplinary team to deliver health promotion, maintenance and restoration.. This course will provide students the opportunity to focus on issues related to the transition from the student role to a entry level registered nurse as well as to prepare them to successfully pass the NCLEX-RN examination. A clinical component will provide the opportunity for the student to master areas of recognized need. Four hours of class each week and 240 hours of clinical practicum is required. Appropriate standardized exams are required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of senior year. Course Fee: $84. 2 Course Credits
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This capstone course focuses on the delivery of nursing care to a variety of clients with multiple, complex health problems.. Students are expected to synthesize content from previous courses. In congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice, students will have the opportunity to expand the following abilities: a) identify patterns, connections, and relationships in health and disease, b) make decisions about nursing care based on a thorough assessment, analysis, and exploration of potential consequences, c) use therapeutic communication, d) develop skills needed to design, implement, and evaluate therapeutic nursing interventions and e) demonstrate their ability to function as a member of an interdisciplinary team to deliver health promotion, maintenance and restoration.. This course will provide students the opportunity to focus on issues related to the transition from the student role to a entry level registered nurse as well as to prepare them to successfully pass the NCLEX-RN examination. A clinical component will provide the opportunity for the student to master areas of recognized need. Four hours of class each week and 240 hours of clinical practicum is required. Appropriate standardized exams are required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of senior year. Course Fee: $84. 2 Course Credits
2 Course Credits
NUR 486
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
NUR 490A
Independent Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
NUR 490B
Independent Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
NUR 495
Internship
Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
1 to 3 Course Credits
NUR 497A
Team Initiated Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
NUR 497B
Team Initiated Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
NUR 498
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
1 Course Credit
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