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2023-2024 Edgewood College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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CNURS 308 - THER PRA: ADULT HEALTH I
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Students focus on developing clinical competencies in caring for adults in an acute care setting. Nursing practice within the chronic disease management and regenerative/resorative spheres of care is emphasized.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program.
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CNURS 309 - CLINICAL INT: CARE FOUNDATIONS
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Students apply communication strategies, theoretical knowledge, critical thinking skills, psychomotor skills and nursing science to clinical practice in a simulation setting. Acute and chronic disease concepts, and wellness concepts are integrated throughout.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program.
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CNURS 320 - NR SCI: PHARM & THERAPEUTIC
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course focuses on the major classes of drugs, addressing the physiological and pathophysiological rationale for each drug indication, mechanisms of drug action, dosing implications, and adverse drug events. The course will enhance the student’s comprehension of the scientific complexity of therapeutic interventions and will build upon the foundational sciences. Additionally, the course will provide the student with sufficient scientific knowledge and skills to monitor drugs and therapies in a safe and effective manner. Nurse’s role in assisting individuals and families in the pharmacological management of illness and health maintenance is addressed.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program.
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CNURS 350 - NR SCI: ADULT HEALTH CARE II
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Nursing content addressing the management of acute and chronic conditions in adults is discussed within the chronic disease management and regenerative/restorative spheres of care. Integration of pathophysiology, and pharmacology into nursing care is emphasized along with concepts related to wellness and health promotion.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 300 , CNURS 305 , CNURS 307 ,CNURS 308 , CNURS 309 , CNURS 320
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CNURS 355 - NR SCI: PSYCSOCIAL INTEGRITY & WELL
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Nursing content addressing the management of mental health conditions is discussed within spheres of chronic disease management and regenerative/restorative care. Integration of pathophysiology, and pharmacology into nursing care is emphasized along with concepts of wellness and health promotion.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 300 , CNURS 305 , CNURS 307 , CNURS 308 , CNURS 309 , CNURS 320
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CNURS 358 - THER PRA: ADULT HEALTH II
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Students build on expertise gained from Adult Health I to engage in interdisciplinary collaborative practice in a variety of adult care settings. Students also focus on developing clnical competencies in caring for individuals experiencing alterations in mental health and their families. Relationship building and the continuum of care are emphasized.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 300 , CNURS 305 , CNURS 307 , CNURS 308 , CNURS 309 , CNURS 320
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CNURS 359 - CLINICAL INT: CARE & COORDINATION
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Students apply theoretical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and nursing science to clinical practice in a simulation setting. Behavioral health and wellness concepts are integrated throughout.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 300 , CNURS 305 , CNURS 307 , CNURS 308 , CNURS 309 , CNURS 320
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CNURS 370 - NR SCI: SCHOLARSHIP & EBP
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Students engage in scholarship for the nursing discipline through meaningful and creative inquiry, critiquing health research, and examination of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies utilized in health research. Ethical principles within the conduct of nursing research are explored.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 300 , CNURS 305 , CNURS 307 , CNURS 308 , CNURS 309 , CNURS 320
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CNURS 375 - HEALTH INFORMATICS
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
The course will explore contemporary issues in informatics and the ways in which a nurse can manage the information to optimize the delivery of care to clients, communities, and populations. This course will also examine professional and ethical use of information and communication technology tools in various health care settings.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 300 , CNURS 305 , CNURS 307 , CNURS 308 , CNURS 309 , CNURS 320
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CNURS 400 - NR SCI: PEDIATRIC NURSING
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Person and Family Centered Care in Child and Adolescent Health engages students in a family-centered approach to health and health alterations in infants, toddlers, preadolescent children, adolescents and families.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 350 , CNURS 355 , CNURS 358 , CNURS 359 , CNURS 370 , CNURS 375
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CNURS 401 - NR SCI: PERINATAL NURSING
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Person and Family Centered Care in Maternal and Infant Health engages students in a family-centered approach to health and health alterations in childbearing women, newborns, and families.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 350 , CNURS 355 , CNURS 358 , CNURS 359 , CNURS 370 , CNURS 375
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CNURS 408 - THER PRA: FAMILY CENTERED CARE
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Clinical course addressing the nursing process in the care of childbearing women, children, adolescents and their families across the continuum of care.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 350 , CNURS 355 , CNURS 358 , CNURS 359 , CNURS 370 , CNURS 375
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CNURS 409 - CLINICAL INT: CARE ACROSS LIFESPAN
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Students advance clinical reasoning and judgment in the simulated health care environment across inpatient, outpatient, home, and community settings. Person centered care and diverse family populations are examined and explored.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 350 , CNURS 355 , CNURS 358 , CNURS 359 , CNURS 370 , CNURS 375
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CNURS 420 - NR SCI: AGING IN A DIVERSE WORLD
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Students explore the complex intersectionality of aging, gender and diversity experienced by older adults addressing the four spheres of care. Adult end-of-life nursing education consortium (ELNEC) curricula and certification is integrated in the course.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 350 , CNURS 355 , CNURS 358 , CNURS 359 , CNURS 370 , CNURS 375
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CNURS 430 - NR SCI: HLTHCRE & ORGZTION SYSTEMS
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
To address the challenges within a healthcare system, a deep understanding of how the system works is required. This course explores the fundamentals of the U.S. health care system and introduces the principal participants and institutions; explaining what they do, how they interact, and underlying ethical issues. This course will cover the roles of various health professionals, hospitals, outpatient care, insurance and financing arrangements, and health policy. The challenges of cost management, access to care, and quality of care for individuals and populations; while highlighting causes of health and healthcare inequities will be explored. While the course focuses on the U.S. healthcare system, alternative healthcare systems in developed countries will be referenced.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 350 , CNURS 355 , CNURS 358 , CNURS 359 , CNURS 370 , CNURS 375
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CNURS 435 - NR SCI: LDRSHP & MANGMENT
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Students explore concepts of leadership in healthcare systems for entry-level professional nursing practice addressing building cultures of safety, quality, quality improvement processes and advocacy in complex health care delivery systems. Management theories and concepts including interprofessional communication, teamwork, delegation, and supervision are addressed. Students learn principles of leadership development including legal and ethical considerations, leading high performing teams, delegation and outcome evaluation.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 350 , CNURS 355 , CNURS 358 , CNURS 359 , CNURS 370 , CNURS 375
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CNURS 450 - NR SCI: ADULT HEALTH CARE III
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course addresses regenerative/restorative nursing care within a complex acute care setting. Integration and application of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and hemodynamics are emphasized. Nutritional concepts across the lifespan are reviewed.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 400 , CNURS 401 , CNURS 408 , CNURS 409 , CNURS 420 , CNURS 430 , CNURS 435
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CNURS 455 - NR SCI: POP HLTH MANAGEMENT
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Students analyze and evaluate environmental health, epidemiology, health inequities, emergency preparedness, infectious disease, and public health policy utilizing system-thinking to create holistic nursing interventions that focus on population health.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 400 , CNURS 401 , CNURS 408 , CNURS 409 , CNURS 420 , CNURS 430 , CNURS 435
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CNURS 458 23 - THER PRA: POPULATION HEALTH & COMMU
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Clinical course addressing the nursing care of culturally diverse families, aggregates, and communities. Nursing skills in health assessment, education, and health promotion are extended to include groups in communities. Developing and maintaining community partnerships is emphasized.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 400 , CNURS 401 , CNURS 408 , CNURS 409 , CNURS 420 , CNURS 430 , CNURS 435
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CNURS 490 - TRANS IN PROF PRACTICE SYNTH
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Integrative nursing content review prepares students to launch their nursing career synthesizing their knowledge and skills to promote success for first time state board licensure examinees. Principles of personal and professional development are addressed such as resilience, well-being and lifelong learning.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 400 , CNURS 401 , CNURS 408 ,CNURS 409 , CNURS 420 , CNURS 430 , CNURS 435
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CNURS 498 - THER PRA: ROLE IMMERSION
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Immersion experience within the professional nurse role. Integration and application of evidence-based practice, leadership, and professional practice within a diverse population across the continuum of care.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Collaborative undergraduate nursing program. CNURS 400 , CNURS 401 , CNURS 408 , CNURS 409 , CNURS 420 , CNURS 430 , CNURS 435
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NRS 210 I - Foundations of Professional Nursing
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Nurses play a significant role in promoting health across the life span at the individual, group and societal level. The knowledge and skills necessary to assess psychosocial and physical health status and facilitate the development of therapeutic and collaborating relationships are explored. Beginning exploration of the fundamentals of professional nursing practice, information management and evidence-based practice are introduced.
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the nursing program; concurrent registration with: NRS 211 .
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NRS 211 KU - Caring: NRS Assessmnt & Intervention
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Clinical and laboratory application of basic concepts discussed in NRS 210 . Emphasis is on assessment and health promotion. Interventions include comfort and safety, interviewing, basic concepts related to teaching/learning and development of nurse/client relationships. Fundamentals of professionalism and the development of professional values are introduced.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): admission into the nursing program.
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NRS 270 - Intl Service Learning in Cambodia
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
This course will help participants to become culturally competent, life-long learners, and active citizens in our global world. The clinical component will enhance assessment skills, cultural competency, and develop critical thinking. The education component will provide real life teaching experiences for students working with an underserved population in Cambodia. There is classroom instruction before travel and then post-travel activities and presentations. (F) Cross-listed GS 270
Prerequisite(s): Completion of COR 1 or COR 199 or COR 199 in progress; two full-time semesters of college credit, excluding retro credits, AP credits, and college credit earned while in high school.
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NRS 270 2G - Intl Service Learning in Cambodia
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course will help participants to become culturally competent, life-long learners, and active citizens in our global world. The clinical component will enhance assessment skills, cultural competency, and develop critical thinking. The education component will provide real life teaching experiences for students working with an underserved population in Cambodia. There is classroom instruction before travel and then post-travel activities and presentations. Cross-listed GS 270 2G
Offered Fall
Prerequisite(s): COR 1 or equivalent, open to second or third year students or sophomore and above transfers.
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NRS 271 2G - Intl Service Learning in Cambodia
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
This course will help participants to become culturally competent, life-long learners, and active citizens in our global world. The clinical component will enhance assessment skills, cultural competency, and develop critical thinking. The education component will provide real life teaching experiences for students working with an underserved population in Cambodia. There is classroom instruction before travel and then post-travel activities and presentations. Cross-listed GS 271
Offered Spring
Prerequisite(s): COR 1 or equivalent; NRS 270; open to second or third year students or sophomore and above transfers.
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NRS 279 - Independent Study - Nursing
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor.
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NRS 310 - Professional Nursing: Adult Health
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Nursing content addressing the management of psychosocial and physiological care of hospitalized adults is discussed within a framework of acute illness. Integration of behavioral science, pathophysiology, and pharmacology into nursing care is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 210 and NRS 211; Concurrent registration with: NRS 311, NRS 315.
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NRS 311 - Caring: Adult Health Nursing
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Clinical course focused on nursing care of adult clients in an acute care setting. The course is designed to further develop the necessary skills for baccalaureate generalist nursing practice including an introduction to patient safety, quality improvement, and information management. Continued development and application of professional practice standards are addressed.
Prerequisite(s): Course Authorization from the Nursing Department required; Concurrent registration with: NRS 310 , NRS 315 .
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NRS 312 - Pharmacology
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Nurses play a significant role in assisting individuals and families in the pharmacological management of health and illness. This course includes a study of the major drug classes addressing the principles of evidence-based practice, which is necessary for understanding drug effects across the lifespan. Issues related to safety, cost, compliance, and therapeutic outcomes are emphasized.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): NRS 210 and NRS 211 (or consent of instructor).
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NRS 315 - Caring: Adult Health Nursing Lab
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Presents the knowledge of psychomotor skills, unique to professional nursing practice, used to meet the therapeutic, physiologic, comfort, and safety needs of adult clients in a variety of settings. Beginning scholarship for evidence-based practice is addressed in the context of quality and safety measures. Skills are practiced and evaluated in the laboratory environment prior to application in the clinical setting.
Prerequisite(s): Course Authorization from the Nursing Department required; Concurrent registration with: NRS 310 , NRS 311 .
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NRS 340 - Prof Nursing: Long Term Issues
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Nursing content addressing the management of psychosocial, spiritual and physiological care of adults and families is discussed within a framework of chronic illness management. Integration of behavioral science, pathophysiology, and pharmacology into nursing care is emphasized along with concepts related to wellness and health promotion while living a life with chronic illness.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 310, NRS 311, and NRS 315; Concurrent registration with: NRS 341 and NRS 390 (PSY 345 must be completed prior or concurrently with this course).
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NRS 341 - Collaborative Practice-Long Term
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Managing nursing care with individuals and families experiencing complex, long-term health problems. Development of inter-professional team skills, collaborative planning, and leadership skills are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Course Authorization from the Nursing Department required; Concurrent registration with: NRS 340 and NRS 340 (PSY 345 must be completed prior or concurrently with this course).
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NRS 342 DQ - Professional Nursing Older Adult
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
The complex interaction of acute and chronic health conditions experienced by older adults is addressed within the context of health promotion, health maintenance, and health restoration. Multicultural and gender topics are examined in providing holistic care for older adults and their families.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 310 , NRS 311 , and NRS 315 .
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NRS 355 - Link to Future:Explore New Pathways
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
The Dominican values of truth, justice, compassion, community and partnership serve as the context to explore baccalaureate and graduate nursing practice. Program outcomes for baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs, as identified by The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice (AACN) and The Essentials of Master’s Education for Professional Nursing Practice are introduced and explored though the lens of nursing science/research and theory.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): admission to ADN to MSN program
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NRS 390 - Resrch & Evidnc Based Pract in NRS
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course is designed to introduce the topic of research and evidence-based practice. The main focus of this course is on the iterative process of identifying practice questions; searching, appraising, and synthesizing relevant evidence; planning and implementing practice changes; evaluating outcomes; and identifying potential areas for further improvement. Processes for leading and managing change, and ethical issues are also explored.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 310, NRS 311, and NRS 315; Concurrent registration with: NRS 340 and NRS 341 (PSY 345 must be completed prior or concurrently with this course).
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NRS 391 - Field Study
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor.
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NRS 398 2 - Joining Forces to Care for Veterans
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
This course will prepare students to better care for the Veteran population by understanding the unique healthcare needs of this population by providing experiences with Veterans, and to prepare students to better care for the population through exposure to ethical, sociopolitical, health and culture elements. Health topics may include family dynamics, access to care, homelessness, chemical exposure, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, substance abuse, older adults, and end-of-life care specific to Veterans. Practicum/volunteer hours in addition to in-class time are required. Travel as a group to Washington D.C. at the end of the semester, visiting with veterans, memorials, meeting with the Chief Nursing Officer at Walter Reid Memorial Hospital; or to Denver, Colorado assisting at the Wounded Warrior wheelchair games; or involvement with Badger Honor Flight. There will be opportunities to fundraise for some trip costs and toward donation of a wreath to be placed at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier or toward Badger Honor Flight.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of COR 1 or COR 199 or COR 199 in progress; two full-time semesters of college credit, excluding retro credits, AP credits, and college credit earned while in high school; instructor approval.
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NRS 410 - Prof Nursing:Families in Transition
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Nursing care with families experiencing transition such as pregnancy and parenting. Issues related to environmental contexts, political awareness, health care systems, family dynamics, children and adolescents, and women’s health are examined.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 340, NRS 341, and NRS 390; Concurrent registration with: NRS 411 and NRS 412.
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NRS 411 - Caring: Families in Transition
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Nursing Care with families, young children, adolescents, and women in a variety of settings. The major focus is on health promotion and health maintenance.
Prerequisite(s): Course Authorization from the Nursing Department required.
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NRS 412 X - Ldrshp Within the Healthcare System
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course overviews the study of the health care system in the United States, including healthcare policy, finance, and regulatory environments. Leadership approaches to care management, systems leadership for improved client outcomes and effective use of resources are explored. Professional nursing roles, responsibilities, and issues in a rapidly changing sociopolitical environment are examined.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 340, NRS 341, and NRS 390; Concurrent registration with: NRS 410 and NRS 411.
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NRS 430 - Holistic Approaches to Healing
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course examines the relationship of the body, mind, and spirit within the field of health, healing, and nursing. A variety of complementary therapies will be discussed and demonstrated including conscious breathing, meditation, body-centered therapy, guided imagery, therapeutic massage, homeopathy, Chinese medicine, movement therapy, energy medicine, and therapeutic nutrition. Course is open to non-nursing majors.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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NRS 435 - Coping and Stress in Modern Life
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course explores original theories and empirical evidence related to the causes and wide range effect of stress. It explores effective coping styles and strategies to manage stress and distress in modern life. The course consists of three components: theory, self-assessment, and stress reduction. Several models of stress reduction will be explored, examined and experienced including elements of positive psychology. Stress related chronic illness will be explored and discussed with an eye toward prevention.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
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NRS 440 - Adult Hlth: Adv Conc in Acute Care
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Theory course addressing nursing care of adults in high acuity settings experiencing multisystem illnesses. Integration and application of biological sciences is emphasized to advance baccalaureate generalist nursing knowledge.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 410, NRS 411, and NRS 412; Concurrent registration with: NRS 460 and NRS 461.
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NRS 460 - Prof Nursing:Health of Communities
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Nursing concepts are integrated with those of public health science and community health nursing practice to promote the health of aggregates in the community. The concepts of social justice, health determinants/disparity, cultural safety, advocacy, levels of prevention, finance and regulatory environments, along with epidemiology and communicable disease are woven throughout the course. The role of nursing in providing care to marginalized populations, struggling with minimal healthcare access, while managing a communicable disease outbreak is also explored.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): NRS 410, NRS 411, and NRS 412; Concurrent registration with: NRS 440 and NRS 461.
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NRS 461 3 - Nursing Care With Aggregates
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
A senior-level clinical course focused on the practice of public health nursing which also has social justice as its foundation. Students are placed in a variety of community-based settings such as county public health clinics, the Ho-Chunk nation, schools, parish nursing programs, and other community-based programs. Students have a variety of opportunities for community engagement, such as making home visits, developing community-focused and community-informed health education projects, and working in partnership with the public health nurses to develop health focused community coalitions. Students also participate in a weekly seminar focused on specific public health issues.
Prerequisite(s): Course Authorization from the Nursing Department required.
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NRS 470 - Strategies for Success
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Clinical course addressing the nursing care of culturally diverse families, aggregates, and communities. Nursing skills in health assessment, education, and health promotion are extended to include groups in communities. Developing and maintaining community partnerships is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 410, NRS 411, and NRS 412; Concurrent registration with: NRS 440, NRS 460 and NRS 461.
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NRS 479 - Independent Study - Nursing
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Course that focuses on the analysis and synthesis of emerging topics, trends, and/or technology in nursing and healthcare.Course may be repeated to a maximum of 6 credit hours.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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NRS 480 - Topics in Nursing and Healthcare
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course focuses on a variety of emerging topics in Nursing and Healthcare. Exploration of specific nursing topics will offer opportunities for comprehensive in-depth analysis and synthesis of content. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 340 , NRS 341 , NRS 390 , or consent of the instructor
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NRS 600 - Clncl Preventn: Assessmt & Planning
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Study of community health promotion program planning processes for high risk and underserved aggregates. Population-focused health assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation methods are explored and applied.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to MSN program or DNP program.
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NRS 612 - Th Found Role Dev NRS Lead
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Introductory course addressing attributes of organization and systems leadership including communication and decision-making, systems theory and change, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives, and operational and human resource management.
Offered Fall, Spring
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NRS 625 - Healthcare Systems & Policy
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Study of local, state, and federal policy on health services and payment organization of the U.S. health care system. Legal, regulatory and legislative influences are discussed. Access to care, identified gaps and professional advocacy strategies are examined.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to MSN program or DNP program.
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NRS 631 - C&I/Methods in Nursing Education
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course aims to provide graduate-level nursing students with an overview of the philosophical and historical influences on nursing education as well as contemporary teaching methods. Pedagogical frameworks for designing and implementing instructional experiences are used to develop curricular objectives, select and organize content, and plan program evaluation strategies across a variety of populations, settings and contexts. The selection, application, and evaluation of teaching tools and strategies in the context of health education, continuing education, staff development, simulation, and classroom and clinical instruction are also explored.
Offered Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to MSN program.
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NRS 635 - Foundations of the Healthcare Systm
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Study of comprehensive health systems management within collaborative, inter-professional environments. Quality improvement approaches, informatics and healthcare technologies are examined. Strategies supporting patient-centered and culturally responsive health service delivery are applied.
Offered Fall, Spring
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NRS 645 - Adv Ldrshp Roles in Hlthcr System
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Study of advanced practice and nurse leader roles in managing individual role development and resources within a health system to affect optimal care delivery and outcomes. Strategies for collaborative inter-professional team care coordination for individuals and populations are emphasized.
Offered Fall, Spring
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NRS 665 - Applied Statistics
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Instruction focuses upon the application of statistical methods and data analysis in the healthcare professions related to evidence-based practice.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to MSN program or DNP program.
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NRS 670 - Evidence-Based Practice
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This seminar serves as an introduction to program evaluation, quality improvement, and research methodology. Conceptual and methodological frameworks used in evaluation are examined. As part of this course, students develop a proposal to evaluate a health care program.
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NRS 680 - Differential Diagnosis
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Course designed for advanced practice nursing students to enhance assessment skills, formulate differential diagnosis, and develop therapeutic interventions for patients across the lifespan.
Offered Fall, Spring
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NRS 690 - Caring for the Adult & Older Adult
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course focuses on health promotion for adults and older adults as well as the management of common acute and chronic health conditions encountered by this population. Students have the opportunity to build on previously acquired skills and to apply concepts of primary care to manage the complex health problems of the adult and older adult population.
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NRS 691 - Neuropathophysiology
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course is designed to provide advanced practice nursing students with knowledge of the essential neuropathophysiology of mental illness across the lifespan. Building on the basics of cell physiology and neural transmission, this course focuses on the neurobiology of select serious mental illnesses. There is an emphasis on the neural structures and functions thought to be implicated in symptom presentation and disease progression of select serious mental illnesses.
Offered Summer
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PMHNP program.
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NRS 692 - Intro Psychotherapy/Psych.
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course is designed to provide advanced practice nursing students with the knowledge of basic diagnostic criteria of commonly treated major psychopathological disorders as well as an introduction to establishing therapeutic rapport and conducting a psychiatric interview in the role of a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Building upon this knowledge, the student will become familiarized with the most common therapy modalities and engage in deeper study of modalities most often utilized within the field as a psychiatric prescriber.
Offered Fall
Prerequisite(s): Admission to PMHNP program.
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NRS 694 - Diag, Mngmt, Psych, EBP Trtmnt 2
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course is designed to provide advanced practice nursing students with scaffolding knowledge in diagnostics, psychopharmacologic & nonpharmacologic management and evidence-based treatment of major psychopathological disorders. This is the second course in progressive sequence of three courses. In this second course, students will focus on the etiology, epidemiology, evidence-based treatment, and management of OCD and related disorders, trauma and stress-related disorders, substance-related and addictive disorders, sleep-wake disorders, feeling and eating disorders, and personality disorders.
Offered Summer
Prerequisite(s): Admission to PMHNP program.
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NRS 696A - Equity/ManagementDiversePopulations
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1.5
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 1.5
This course is designed for advanced practice nursing students to develop and enhance skills engaging with and understanding of diverse populations. We will be exploring issues of health disparity and bias, and expanding on skills in interviewing patients across cultures. We will also be addressing unique aspects of care when working with special populations such as BiPOC, LGBTQ+, children, geriatrics, pregnant women, veterans, medically-complex individuals, and patients with trauma history.
Offered Spring
Course Fee: No
Prerequisite(s): Admission to PMHNP program.
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NRS 696B - Transition to PMH Nursing Practice
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1.5
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 1.5
This course is designed for PMHNP students to support their transition confidently to practice as independent advanced practice registered nurses. Students will focus on leadership, quality improvement, safety, health policy, and regulatory bodies important to practice. We will also review in greater depth clinical topics pertaining to role of the PMHNP (collaboration, consultation, therapeutic relationships) as well as preparation for PMHNP board certification.
Offered Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to PMHNP program.
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NRS 696D - TransitiontoPracticePrimaryCareNP
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1.5
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 1.5
This course is designed for Family and Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner students to prepare for professional practice as a nurse practitioner within the primary care setting. The course allows students to become familiar with the primary care nurse practitioner role by teaching them about the transition from RN to NP, reviewing ethical considerations for practice, and utilizing evidence-based practice for decision making in the clinical setting.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Fee: No
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NRS 701 - Advanced Pathophysiology
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course provides students with an understanding of advanced pathophysiology to aid in diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision-making.
Offered Fall, Spring
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NRS 702 - Advanced Physical Assessment
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course integrates advanced knowledge, skills, and critical understanding necessary for the performance of a comprehensive patient health history and physical assessment.
Offered Fall, Spring
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NRS 703 - Advanced Pharmacology
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This course prepares nurses for professional roles in advanced nursing practice with knowledge of pharmacological principles of medications commonly prescribed to prevent and/or manage adverse health conditions of patients across the lifespan.
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NRS 711 - FNP Advanced Practice Clinical 1
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 5
Clinical practicum that immerses FNP students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in the health care setting. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage illnesses in patients throughout the lifespan in a variety of clinical sites. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and health maintenance will be incorporated into care. Students will be mentored by advanced practice clinicians and must demonstrate clinical course objectives expected of the role. The minimum requirement for this practicum is 250 hours.
Offered Fall, Spring
Course Fee: No
Prerequisite(s): Admission to AGPCNP or FNP Program.
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NRS 712 - FNP Advanced Practice Clinical 2
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 5
Clinical practicum that immerses FNP students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in the health care setting. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage illnesses in patients throughout the lifespan in a variety of clinical sites. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and health maintenance will be incorporated into care. Students will be mentored by advanced practice clinicians and must demonstrate clinical course objectives expected of the role. The minimum requirement for this practicum is 250 hours.
Offered Spring
Course Fee: No
Prerequisite(s): Admission to FNP or AGPCNP Program.
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NRS 713 - FNP Advanced Practice Clinical 3
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 5
Clinical practicum that immerses FNP students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in the health care setting. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage illnesses in patients throughout the lifespan in a variety of clinical sites. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and health maintenance will be incorporated into care. Students will be mentored by advanced practice clinicians and must demonstrate clinical course objectives expected of the role. The minimum requirement for this practicum is 250 hours.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): Admission to AGPCNP or FNP Program.
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NRS 714 - Clinical Practicum I: PMHNP Family
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Clinical practice immerses PMHNP students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in psychiatric mental health settings. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage mental health problems and psychiatric disorders in patient throughout the lifespan. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and mental health maintenance will be incorporative into care. Students will be mentored by APRNs and/or physicians in activities expected by the role.
Offered Fall
Prerequisite(s): Admission to PMHNP program.
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NRS 715 - Clinical Practicum II: PMHNP Family
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Clinical practice immerses PMHNP students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in psychiatric mental health settings. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage mental health problems and psychiatric disorders in patient throughout the lifespan. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and mental health maintenance will be incorporative into care. Students will be mentored by APRNs and/or physicians in activities expected by the role.
Offered Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to PMHNP program.
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NRS 716 - Clinical PracticumIII: PMHNP Family
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Clinical practice immerses PMHNP students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in psychiatric mental health settings. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage mental health problems and psychiatric disorders in patient throughout the lifespan. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and mental health maintenance will be incorporative into care. Students will be mentored by APRNs and/or physicians in activities expected by the role.
Offered Summer
Prerequisite(s): Admission to PMHNP program.
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NRS 717 - CNS Advanced Practice Clinical 1
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Clinical practicum that immerses CNS students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in the health care setting. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage illnesses in patients throughout the lifespan in a variety of clinical sites. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and health maintenance will be incorporated into care. Students will be mentored by advanced practice clinicians and must demonstrate clinical course objectives expected of the role. The minimum requirement for this practicum is 167 hours.
Offered Fall
Prerequisite(s): Admission to CNS Program
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NRS 718 - CNS Advanced Practice Clinical 2
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Clinical practicum that immerses CNS students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in the health care setting. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage illnesses in patients throughout the lifespan in a variety of clinical sites. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and health maintenance will be incorporated into care. Students will be mentored by advanced practice clinicians and must demonstrate clinical course objectives expected of the role. The minimum requirement for this practicum is 167 hours.
Offered Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to CNS Program
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NRS 719 - CNS Advanced Practice Clinical 3
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Clinical practicum that immerses CNS students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in the health care setting. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage illnesses in patients throughout the lifespan in a variety of clinical sites. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and health maintenance will be incorporated into care. Students will be mentored by advanced practice clinicians and must demonstrate clinical course objectives expected of the role. The minimum requirement for this practicum is 167 hours.
Offered Summer
Prerequisite(s): Admission to CNS Program
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NRS 720 - AGPCNP Advanced Practice Clinical 1
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Clinical practicum that immerses AGPCNP students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in the health care setting. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage illnesses in adults and geriatric patients in a variety of clinical sites. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and health maintenance will be incorporated into care. Students will be mentored by advanced practice clinicians and must demonstrate clinical course objectives expected of the role. The minimum requirement for this practicum is 167 hours.
Offered Fall
Prerequisite(s): Admission to AGPCNP program
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NRS 721 - AGPCNP Advanced Practice Clinical 2
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Clinical practicum that immerses AGPCNP students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in the health care setting. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage illnesses in adults and geriatric patients in a variety of clinical sites. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and health maintenance will be incorporated into care. Students will be mentored by advanced practice clinicians and must demonstrate clinical course objectives expected of the role. The minimum requirement for this practicum is 167 hours.
Offered Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to AGPCNP program
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NRS 722 - AGPCNP Advanced Practice Clinical 3
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Clinical practicum that immerses AGPCNP students into their respective role as an advanced practice nurse in the health care setting. Using the accumulated foundation of coursework, research and other evidence, students will manage illnesses in adults and geriatric patients in a variety of clinical sites. Continuation of the application of primary prevention strategies and health maintenance will be incorporated into care. Students will be mentored by advanced practice clinicians and must demonstrate clinical course objectives expected of the role. The minimum requirement for this practicum is 167 hours.
Offered Summer
Prerequisite(s): Admission to AGPCNP program
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NRS 731 - Periop Strategic Management
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This perioperative leadership course is designed to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply scientific principles of strategic management in the perioperative environment.
Offered Fall
Course Fee: No
Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Perioperative Leadership Graduate Certificate.
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NRS 732 - Periop Finance & Operations
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This perioperative leadership course is designed to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply scientific principles of financial management and operational management in the perioperative environment.
Offered Fall
Course Fee: No
Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Perioperative Leadership Graduate Certificate.
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NRS 733 - Periop HR/ Relationship Management
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This perioperative leadership course is designed to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply scientific principles of human resources and relationship management in the perioperative environment.
Offered Spring
Course Fee: No
Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Perioperative Leadership Graduate Certificate.
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NRS 734 - Periop Professional Leadership
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This perioperative leadership course is designed to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply scientific principles of professionalism and leadership in the perioperative environment.
Offered Spring
Course Fee: No
Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Perioperative Leadership Graduate Certificate.
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NRS 735 - Nursing Practicum
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This combined seminar and practicum bridges theory and research with practice. Students will collaborate with instructors and preceptors to design practicum experiences that further their professional development as advanced practice nurses. Consent of instructor required.
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NRS 735A - Nursing Practicum
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Students pursuing both the MSN degree and a certificate need to complete two practicums. This will differentiate the practicum for the degree (NRS 735 ) and the one for the certificate (NRS 735A).
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
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NRS 736 - Periop Nurse Leader Practicum
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
This perioperative leadership practicum provides students the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the entire program of study and demonstrate competence by integration and application to real-world scenarios.
Offered Summer
Course Fee: No
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Perioperative Graduate Certificate.
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NRS 790 - Independent Study - Nursing
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Supervised graduate-level project of readings, research, mentorship, or additional practicum experiences developed in cooperation with a graduate faculty advisor and approved by the Dean of the School of Nursing.
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NRS 791 - Independent Study-Clinical
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 1
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 5
Supervised graduate-level clinical experiences developed in cooperation with a graduate faculty advisor and approved by the Dean of the School of Nursing.
Offered Fall, Winterim, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval.
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NRS 800A - Applied Research Methods 1
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
In this 2-course sequence, quantitative and qualitative research methods are presented in conjunction with data analyses, interpreting results from data analysis, and quality improvement methods. Course work supports applying research findings to evidence-based practice; leading and conducting quality improvement initiatives; and developing the DNP project.
Offered Fall
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the DNP program.
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NRS 800B - Applied Research Methods 2
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
In this 2-course sequence, quantitative and qualitative research methods are presented in conjunction with data analyses, interpreting results from data analysis, and quality improvement methods. Course work supports applying research findings to evidence-based practice; leading and conducting quality improvement initiatives; and developing the DNP project.
Offered Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to DNP program.
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NRS 802A - Intro DNP: Role, Residency, Project
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
In this two-course sequence (NRS 802A and 802B), students will self-assess and reflect upon their individual strengths and opportunities for executive leadership development. In collaboration with the course instructor, action plans for professional growth during the DNP program are established. In the online seminar portion, students will virtually attend weekly seminars and participate in a multitude of didactic activities. Students will explore foundations of the DNP degree and the DNP role. Students will also work with the course professor to identify preceptors to design their residency experience; culminating in the accumulation of 1000 hours of residency towards the DNP degree. Finally, students will work with the course professor to develop a relevant clinical problem/issue as the foundation for the DNP scholarly project, complete an outline of the DNP scholarly project, and draft a review of literature to support the DNP scholarly project.
Offered Fall
Prerequisite(s): Admission to DNP program.
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NRS 802B - Intro DNP: Role, Residency, Project
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
In this two-course sequence (NRS 802A and 802B), students will self-assess and reflect upon their individual strengths and opportunities for executive leadership development. In collaboration with the course instructor, action plans for professional growth during the DNP program are established. In the online seminar portion, students will virtually attend weekly seminars and participate in a multitude of didactic activities. Students will explore foundations of the DNP degree and the DNP role. Students will also work with the course professor to identify preceptors to design their residency experience; culminating in the accumulation of 1000 hours of residency towards the DNP degree. Finally, students will work with the course professor to develop a relevant clinical problem/issue as the foundation for the DNP scholarly project, complete an outline of the DNP scholarly project, and draft a review of literature to support the DNP scholarly project.
Offered Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to DNP program.
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NRS 803A - DNP Residency 1
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
This two-course sequence (NRS 803A and 803B) is specifically focused on advancing students’ executive leadership knowledge and skills through residency hour experiences. In the online seminar portion, students will virtually attend weekly seminars and participate in a multitude of didactic activities. Students will continue to work with the course professor and preceptors to refine their residency experience; which will culminate in the accumulation of 1000 hours of residency towards the DNP degree. Developing expertise in collaboration within interprofessional teams will be a foundation in addressing individual, group, community, or population needs in the context of a systems network in a U.S. healthcare organization.
Offered Fall
Prerequisite(s): Admission to DNP program.
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NRS 803B - DNP Residency 2
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 2
This two-course sequence (NRS 803A and 803B) is specifically focused on advancing students’ executive leadership knowledge and skills through residency hour experiences. In the online seminar portion, students will virtually attend weekly seminars and participate in a multitude of didactic activities. Students will continue to work with the course professor and preceptors to refine their residency experience; which will culminate in the accumulation of 1000 hours of residency towards the DNP degree. Developing expertise in collaboration within interprofessional teams will be a foundation in addressing individual, group, community, or population needs in the context of a systems network in a U.S. healthcare organization.
Offered Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to DNP program.
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NRS 805 - Healthcare Finance and Reg Environ
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Study of the financing and fiscal management of the U.S. Health Care system. Policy, regulatory, health care economics and market influences are examined. Budgeting and accounting principles are reviewed.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSN or DNP program.
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NRS 810 - Population Health and Health Policy
Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Population health is explored to critically examine epidemiological statistics on determinants of health; and strategies to promote health, reduce health risks at multiple levels, and promote a culture of health among diverse populations. Students will be challenged to consider the socioeconomic impact of the cost of health care, advance equitable population health policy, engage in advocacy, and advance their knowledge of preparedness in order to protect population health during disasters and public health emergencies.
Offered Fall, Spring
Course Fee: No
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSN or DNP program.
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