Courses in the School of Nursing

School of Nursing

Courses

Nursing, General

• NURS 7301 - DEVELOPMENT OF NURSING KNOWLEDGE

  [3 Credits]

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  This doctoral level course examines the organization and structure of nursing knowledge, focusing specifically on the nature of knowledge in scientific disciplines. This course is an introduction to the philosophical, historical, and theoretical foundations of nursing knowledge. Alternative philosophies of science and their relationship to nursing and issues in continued knowledge development are included. Students are guided to contemplate the philosophical underpinnings of specific theories in relation to research methods.
• NURS 7303 - QUANITITATIVE RESEARCH DESIGN & METHODS

  [4 Credits]

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  This doctoral course examines quantitative research design and methods related to the study of nursing, the social and behavioral sciences and health care research. Study topics in this course include non-experimental, quasi-experimental, experimental and mixed methods designs and analysis. Each module includes a laboratory section.
• NURS 7304 - MEASUREMENT OF NURSING PHENOMENA

  [3 Credits]

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  Focuses on the measurement of variables related to clinical nursing problems. Includes the development, construction, and validation of qualitative and quantitative instruments for measuring nursing concepts/constructs. Prerequisite: NURS 7320, BIOS 6222
• NURS 7305 - QUALITATIVE RESEARCH DESIGN

  [3 Credits]

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  Explores the historical context of qualitative research and introduces students to the major methods of inquiry in qualitative research in nursing. Methodological and ethical implications of the qualitative research paradigm are examined. Mixed methods designs are evaluated. Pre/Co requisite: NURS 7301.
• NURS 7306 - HEALTH POLICY & POLITICS

  [3 Credits]

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  This course explores policy making and political processes at the local, state, national, institutional and organizational level that impact health care delivery systems and the nation’s health. The course examines the role and civic competence of a doctorally prepared nurse’s in policy formulation, implementation, analysis, evaluation, and termination. The ethical role of the doctorally prepared nurse in institutional, organizational policy making processes, board leadership and governance will be examined. Current health care and policy issues will be explored.
• NURS 7307 - THEORY DEVELOPMENT IN NURSING

  [3 Credits]

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  An exploration of the uses of theory in developing knowledge in the discipline of nursing with an emphasis on the linkage among various levels of theory and research. Prerequisite: NURS 7301.
• NURS 7308 - MEASUREMENT AND HEALTH OUTCOMES

  [4 Credits]

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  The focus of Measurement and Health Outcomes is on the measurement of concepts related to clinical care, health outcomes, and administrative nursing problems. The theoretical basis of measurement is presented as a foundation for the development and evaluation of measurement instruments and procedures for use in nursing research. Techniques of instrument construction and psychometric evaluation of reliability and validity will be presented, along with selected measurement issues in nursing research. Prerequisites: BIOS 6102, NURS 7303 or NURS 7309
• NURS 7309 - QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH DESIGN & METHODS

  [3 Credits]

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  This doctoral course examines quantitative research design and methods related to the study of nursing, the social and behavioral sciences and health care research. Study topics in this course include non-experimental, quasi-experimental, experimental and mixed methods design and analysis. Prerequisites: BIOS 6102
• NURS 7310 - ADULT/GERONTOLOGY ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER 1: SYSTEM MANAGEMENT

  [7 Credits]

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  Adult/Gerontology Acute Nurse Practitioner I: System Management, the first in a series of four courses, includes didactic, simulated, and clinical experiences designed to build upon the application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of the scientific foundation of advanced practice nursing (APN) to provide the evidenced-based knowledge and skills necessary for the collaborative management of young adults, adults, and older adults with complex cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, renal, and endocrine illnesses within specialty or acute care settings. Pre-requisites: HLSC 6409, HLSC 6410, NURS 6315, NURS 7709, and NURS 7706.
• NURS 7312 - ADULT/GERONTOLOGY ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER II: SYSTEM MANAGEMENT

  [8 Credits]

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  Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner II: System Management, the second in a series of four courses, includes didactic, simulated, and clinical experiences designed to build upon the application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of the scientific foundation of advanced practice nursing (APN) to provide the evidenced-based knowledge and skills necessary for the collaborative management of young adults, adults, and older adults with complex neurological, hematological/oncologic, infectious, and immunocompromising illness; and common presentations with specialty, emergency, or acute care settings for a total of 45 theory hours, 30 lab hours, and 240 clinical hours. Pre-requisites: HLSC 6409, HLSC 6410, NURS 7709, NURS 7706, and NURS 7310.
• NURS 7313 - NURSING SCIENCE

  [3 Credits]

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  The focus of Nursing Science is to evaluate the evolution, foundation, and gaps inherent in concept development in nursing science. Students are guided to synthesize philosophy, history, and theory used in concept clarification, which is required to investigate a phenomenon of interest. Pre-requisites: BIOS 6100
• NURS 7314 - ADULT/GERONTOLOGY ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER III: CRITICAL ILLNESS AND TRAUMA MANAGEMENT

  [9 Credits]

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  Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner III: Critical Illness & Trauma Management, the third in a series of four courses, includes didactic, simulated, and clinical experiences designed to build upon the application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of the scientific foundation of advanced practice nursing (APN) to provide the evidenced-base knowledge and skills necessary for the collaborative management of young adults, adults, and older adults with critical, traumatic, and multisystem illnesses within emergency or critical care settings for a total of 45 theory hours, 30 lab hours, and 240 clinical hours. Pre-requisites: HLSC 6409, HLSC 6410, NURS 6315, NURS 7709, NURS 7706, NURS 7310, and NURS 7312.
• NURS 7316 - ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER IV: ROLE TRANSITIONS

  [3 Credits]

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  Adult Care Nurse Practitioner IV: Role Transitions is the final course in a series of four including didactic and clinical experiences designed to develop the professional, ethical, healthcare policy, and leadership competencies necessary for the seamless transition of the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner student into professional practice capable of practice inquiry, transformative healthcare delivery, and advocacy for patients within specialty, emergency, acute, or critical care settings. Clinical hours are completed respective to the student’s population-focus.
• NURS 7320 - CONCEPTUAL BASIS FOR NURSING INVESTIGATION

  [3 Credits]

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  The focus of this course is to evaluate the evolution, foundation, and gaps inherent in concept development in nursing science. Students are guided to synthesize philosophy, history, and theory used in concept clarification which is required to investigate a phenomenon of interest.
• NURS 7321 - MEASUREMENT ISSUES IN NURSING RESEARCH

  [3 Credits]

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  This course is designed to advance doctoral students knowledge of measurement issues in instrument development, testing and modification. This course builds upon concepts presented in NURS 7304. The course will enable students to understand the processes, issues and decision-making in new instrument development, as well as instrument revision, adaptation and modification. Students will further explore measurement issues with using technology, in vulnerable populations, across cultures, the life span and healthcare environments. Measurement of healthcare quality and patient outcomes will also be addressed. Prerequisite BIOS 6102; NURS 7304
• NURS 7322 - PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT

  [3 Credits]

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  Explores the proposal development process for the study of nursing phenomena. Prerequisites or Corequisites: NURS 7307, NURS 7321.
• NURS 7323 - QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS

  [3 Credits]

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  Focuses on the process and techniques used in qualitative data collection, analysis, and interpretation in nursing; summarizing and reporting qualitative data, gnerting data displays and qualitative proposal issues. Methodological and ethical implications of qualitative data collection and analysis are examined. Mixed methods approaches to data collection, analysis and interpretation are reviewed.
• NURS 7324 - QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS

  [3 Credits]

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  Focuses on the process and techniques used in quantitative data collection, analysis and interpretation; summarizing and reporting quantitative data, generating data displays, and quantitative proposal issues. Methodological and ethical implications of quantitiative data collection and analysis are examined. Mixed methods approaches to data collection analysis and interpretation are analyzed.
• NURS 7364 - CLINICIAN AS CONSULTANT I

  [3 Credits]

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  Focuses on theory based consultation, the consultation process, and the multifaceted role of the clinical nursing consultant. Prerequisite: NURS 7301.
• NURS 7366 - CLINICIAN AS CONSULTANT II

  [3 Credits]

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  Focuses on the practice of clinical nursing consultation in a variety of settings, relevant research, and evaluation of consultation interventions. Prerequisite: NURS 7364.
• NURS 7367 - CLINICIAN AS CONSULTANT III

  [3 Credits]

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  Legacy Course: NURS 7367001 – CLINICIAN AS CONSULTANT III
• NURS 7369 - ACADEMIC TEACHING

  [4 Credits]

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  Academic Teaching examines the role of the nurse researcher in academic teaching. This course includes: theoretical foundations of teaching and learning, curriculum development, academic polices and procedures, systematic evaluation, and legal and ethical issues in academia. Practicum components allow student to apply concepts from the course. Prerequisite: BIOS 6100
• NURS 7370 - GRADUATE NURSING EDUCATION

  [3 Credits]

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  Examines the nature of graduate education and its implications for contemporary nursing education. Prerequisites: NURS 6360, 6361, NURS 7301 and consent of instructor.
• NURS 7371 - ROLE OF GRADUATE FACULTY IN ACADEMIC COMMUNITY

  [3 Credits]

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  Explores various facets of the role of the nurse educator in graduate nursing education. Includes planned experiences in enacting roles of graduate faculty. Includes classroom and field experiences. Prerequisite: NURS 7370.
• NURS 7381 - INDEPENDENT RESEARCH

  [1-3 Credits]

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  Independent research under the supervision of a designated nursing graduate faculty member.
• NURS 7401 - ADVANCED ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSE ANESTHESIA I

  [4 Credits]

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  This advanced course examines the anatomy and physiology of the cell, muscle, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems. This serves as a basis for examining the pathophysiology and anesthesia implications of these systems. Mechanisms of the manifestations of selected disease states are explored. The course will facilitate acquiring a thorough knowledge and appreciation of the function and control of normal organs that will serve as a basis for your understanding of clinical anesthesia. E.A. Starling, the famous physiologist of the early 20th century, said “The physiology of today is the medicine of tomorrow.” The faculty of Physiology Department will make a serious effort to demonstrate the veracity of this statement.
• NURS 7402 - ADVANCED ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSE ANESTHESIA II

  [3 Credits]

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  This course provides advanced study of Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathophysiology of the renal, hepatic, gastrointestinal and circulatory systems with particular reference to it’s application to anesthesia and acute care management. Pre-requisite: NURS 7401
• NURS 7403 - ADVANCED ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSE ANESTHESIA III

  [3 Credits]

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  This course provides advanced study of the anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of respiratory, endocrine and nervous systems with particular reference to its application to anesthetic and acute care management. Pre-requisite: NURS 7402
• NURS 7405 - ADVANCED ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSE ANESTHESIA

  [7 Credits]

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  This course examines the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the cell, and the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, hepatic, renal, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems. This service as a foundation for examining the pathophysiology and anesthesia implications of selected diseases of these systems. The course will facilitate acquiring a thorough knowledge and appreciation of the function and control of normal organs that will serve as a basis for understanding clinical anesthesia. E.A. Starling, the famous physiologist of the early 20th century, said “The physiology of today is the medicine of tomorrow.”
• NURS 7406 - PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSE ANESTHESIA

  [3 Credits]

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  This course provides advanced study of pathophysiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal endocrine, hepatic, renal, gastrointestinal, and immune systems and its application to anesthesia and acute care management. This course builds upon and expands the knowledge gained in NURS 7405. Students will analyze complex interrelationships of pathophysiological concepts that serve as a primary component of the foundation for clinical assessment, decision making and management for advanced nursing practice.
• NURS 7407 - ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSE ANESTHESIA I

  [2 Credits]

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  This advanced course examines the pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamics, pharmacotherapeutic and pharmacogenetic principles of medications administered for anesthesia in the perioperative period.
• NURS 7408 - ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSE ANESTHESIA II

  [2 Credits]

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  NURS 7408 builds on the course content in NURS 7407 Advanced Pharmacology for Nurse Anesthesia I and provides the student with the opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge of pharmacotherapeutic agents administered throughout the course of an anesthetic and medications commonly used by patients who undergo anesthesia.
• NURS 7410 - PRINCIPLES OF ANESTHESIA

  [3 Credits]

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  This course develops and applies advanced practice nursing roles and skills fundamental to nurse anesthetists. The course follows the professional practice standards of American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, and provides instruction in airway anatomy, airway management techniques and anesthesia equipment and workstation to assure safe anesthesia practice.
• NURS 7411 - ADVANCED PRINCIPLES OF ANESTHESIA

  [3 Credits]

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  The course develops and applies advanced practice nursing roles and skills fundamental to nurse anesthesia. The course follows the professional practice standards of American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, reviews the pharmacology of local anesthetics, and provides instruction in various regional anesthesia techniques for acute and chronic pain management. Students acquire knowledge and skills in the use of imagery, including ultrasound for successful block placement. Pre-requisite: NURS 7410
• NURS 7420 - NURSE ANESTHESIA CLINICAL PRACTIUM I

  [4 Credits]

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  The course develops and applies advance practice nursing roles and skills fundamental to nurse anesthetists. The course follows the professional practice standards of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists with an emphasis on preparation of patients and equipment, pre-and postoperative patient evaluation, planning and implementing evidence-based individualized anesthesia care plans, perioperative pain management, patient safety, and non-invasive and invasive monitoring. Students are introduced to the professional aspects of nurse anesthesia. Students practice skills essential to nurse anesthesia training including: positioning, induction, central line insertion, assessment documentation. High fidelity patient simulators are used for intravenous induction of general anesthesia scenarios. Pre-requisites: NURS 6315, HLSC 6409.
• NURS 7421 - NURSE ANESTHESIA CLINICAL PRACTICUM II

  [10 Credits]

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  The course develops and applies advanced practice nursing roles and practice skills fundamental to nurse anesthetists. The course follows the professional practice standards of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, with emphasis on anesthesia planning and management of patients for a range of surgical procedures or pre-existing health disorders. Pre-requisite: NURS 7420
• NURS 7422 - NURSE ANESTHESIA CLINICAL PRACTICUM III

  [11 Credits]

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  The course develops and applies advanced practice nursing roles and skills fundamental to nurse anesthetists. The course follows the professional practice standards of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, with emphasis on planning and managing the anesthetic of neonatal and pediatric patients undergoing a variety of surgical procedures. High fidelity pediatric Human Patient Simulation will be used for inhalation induction as well as intravenous induction of general anesthesia. Prerequisite: NURS 7421
• NURS 7423 - NURSE ANESTHESIA CLINICAL PRACTICUM IV

  [11 Credits]

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  The course develops and applies advanced practice nursing roles and practice skills fundamental to nurse anesthetists. The course follows the professional practice standards of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, and continues with the he development of skills that prepare the student in anesthesia management of patients undergoing a variety of surgical and/or diagnostic procedures with an emphasis on cardiovascular, vascular, neurosurgical, hepatic, and renal. Emphasis is on preparation of patients and equipment, pre-and postoperative patient evaluation, planning and implementing individualized anesthesia care plans. Human Patient Simulation will be conducted regarding central line insertion and epidural/spinal administration. Case based presentations will be given to reinforce didactic material. Pre-requisite: NURS 7422
• NURS 7424 - NURSE ANESTHESIA CLINICAL PRACTICUM V

  [12 Credits]

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  The course develops and applies advanced practice nursing roles and practice skills fundamental to nurse anesthetists. The course follows the professional practice standards of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, with an emphasis on the unique anesthesia considerations for the pregnant patient. Stimulation lab is conducted for epidural, spinal, and combined regional anesthesia. Pre-requisite: Nurs 7423
• NURS 7425 - NURSE ANESTHESIA CLINICAL PRACTICUM VI

  [12 Credits]

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  The course develops and applies advance practice nursing roles and practice skills fundamental to nurse anesthetists. The course follows the professional practice standards of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, with an emphasis on the thoracic procedures and unusual patient co morbidities. High fidelity Human Patient Simulation includes anesthetic management of thoracic procedures. Central line placement, using landmark and ultrasound guidance, and fiberoptic simulation are included in this course. Pre-requisite: 7424
• NURS 7426 - NURSE ANESTHESIA CLINICAL PRACTICUM VII

  [12 Credits]

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  The course prepares students for advanced anesthesia skills needed in the anesthetic management of patients undergoing a variety of complex surgical and/ or diagnostic procedures. This course is the final practicum course in the anesthesia program and prepares students for clinical practice. The didactic portion of course focuses on professional aspects of nurse anesthesia to include the business of anesthesia and practice management , reimbursement methodologies and payment policies, entrepreneurship, legal and ethical issues, quality improvement and risk management, professional practice standards of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, and has the student critically analyze, synthesize and evaluate the knowledge gained in all previous nurse anesthesia courses in order to prepare for the certification examination and clinical practice. Pre-requisite: NURS 7425
• NURS 7481 - EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE FOR ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICE

  [4 Credits]

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  Evidence-Based Practice for Advanced Practice Nursing prepares students to integrate research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient considerations for advance practice nursing clinical decision making and scholarship. Students examine evidence based practice models and processes, and critically appraise evidence for application to clinical practice. Students investigate topics of interest related to improving health delivery systems, care processes, and/or patient outcomes. The role of the advanced practice nurse in translating and implementing best, available evidence into nursing practice is a focal point to acquire strategies that build and sustain a culture of evidence based practice.
• NURS 7507 - ADVANCED NEONATAL ASSESSMENT

  [3 Credits]

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  This course focuses on advanced assessment of the normal and high risk neonate. The advanced practice nursing student will have the opportunity to develop neonatal physical assessment skills including history taking, physical and gestational age assessment, behavioral, cultural and genetics assessment. The course will focus on development of critical decision making skills as they relate to assessment of at-risk and potentially critically ill neonates of varying gestational ages with recognition of situations requiring interdisciplinary consultation or referral. Includes field experience. Pre-requisities/co-requisities: NURS 6335, 6336.
• NURS 7508 - NEONATAL PHYSIOLOGY

  [3 Credits]

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  Students examine physiology and pathophysiology of the fetus and neonate and the implications for advanced neonatal nursing practice. Pre-requisites: None
• NURS 7509 - APPLIED NEONATAL PHARMACOLOGY

  [2 Credits]

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  This course provides a basis for clinical application of drugs commonly prescribed in neonatal advanced practice. Emphasis is placed on pharmacological action of drugs, side ffects, appropriate dosing, drug interactions and guidelines for use in the neonatal population. Legal and ethical considerations of prescriptive aughority for the advanced practice neonatal nurse are also addressed. Pre-Requisite: HLSC 6409 NURS 7508
• NURS 7510 - ADVANCED NURSING MANAGEMENT OF THE CHILDBEARING FAMILY

  [4 Credits]

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  Students utilize theory and research to assess the health needs and problems of the normal and high risk pregnant woman fetus and neonate. Associated risk variables that influence maternal/neonatal outcomes are examined. Under the guidance of course faculty and supervision by approved preceptors, students provide immediate care to the high risk infant in the delivery room and develop a plan for advanced nursing management in the immediate newborn period. Pre-requisite or co-requisite: NURS 7507, NURS 7508.
• NURS 7511 - ADVANCED NEONATAL NURSING I: MANAGEMENT OF THE CRITICIALLY III NEONATE

  [6 Credits]

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  This course builds upon theoretical and practical knowledge of neonatal physiology and advanced neonatal assessment. Students assess and utilize strategies to manage the high-risk neonate who is critically ill, including appraisal, resuscitation and stabilization, management of selected pathological problems, psychosocial and environmental needs of the neonate/family and the role of the advanced practice nurse. Practicum focuses on developing clinical competency in the role and scope of advanced neonatal nursing practice under the guidance of program faculty and direct supervision by approved preceptors.
• NURS 7512 - ADVANCED NEONATAL NURSING II: MANAGEMENT OF CHRONIC PROBLEMS OF PREMATURITY

  [5 Credits]

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  This course builds upon theoretical and practical knowledge of neonatal physiology and pathophysiology in provision of advanced nursing care of the high risk neonate. Students address chronic and long-term problems and the psychosocial/environmental needs of the NICU infant and family. Ethical principles and issues are addressed. Practicum focuses on continued development of clinical competency in the advanced practice nursing role under the guidance of program faculty and supervision by approved preceptors. Prerequisites: NURS 7511
• NURS 7513 - ADVANCED NEONATAL NURSING III: PRACTICUM

  [5 Credits]

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  This practicum course builds upon theoretical and practical knowledge needed to assess and manage the care of the sick neonate. Under the guidance of program faculty and direct supervision by approved preceptors, students provide advanced nursing management for a caseload of high-risk neonates in a Level III neonatal intensive care unit. The course focuses on further development in the role of the advanced practice neonatal nurse through the application of knowledge and progressive building of clinical competence and advanced nursing skills. Prerequisite: NURS 7511, NURS 7512
• NURS 7607 - HEALTH AND WELLBEING: HEALTH PROMOTION, DISEASE PREVENTION AND MANAGING CHRONIC DISEASE

  [3 Credits]

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  This course will examine the determinants of health and wellbeing and how the overall health of a population may be improved from the perspectives of several theoretical frameworks. Health promotion, disease prevention, and managing chronic prevention from the perspectives of populations and aggregates is the focus, with an emphasis on healthy behaviors in different age groups, sex, ethnicity and the impact of socio-economic factors. The importance of the role of the advanced practice nurse in implementing health promotion, disease prevention interventions and managing chronic disease is addressed.
• NURS 7608 - ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH NURSING

  [3 Credits]

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  This course focuses on Upstream Environmental Health, and the elements of the environment; principles of toxicology; contaminant exposure, risk and control; vulnerable populations and health/illness consequences; legislative and regulatory issues; and implications for advanced practice environmental health nursing. Environmental justice, health inequities ethics, caring, and public policy; Precautionary Principle, and the related roles of nurse advocacy will be included. Local, national and global ecological and environmental perspectives and social/human contributory factors will be explored. Prerequisites: BIOS 6100, NURS 6324
• NURS 7609 - DISASTER MANAGEMENT FOR PUBLIC HEALTH/COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

  [3 Credits]

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  This course is focused on the restoration of the public’s health as a result of a disaster using an all hazards approach. The public health/community health nurse, from a population perspective, will be able to plan and prepare for the disaster response, regardless of the cause. The needs of specific populations and aggregates i.e., children or the elderly are addressed, including physical and psychological and environmental factors. Triage, leadership, crisis communication, media access, legal and ethical issues, and available local and national health services are identified as part of program planning, intervention and evaluation.
• NURS 7610 - PUBLIC HEALTH/COMMUNITY HEALH NURSING I: THEORETICAL PERSPECTIVES AND SANDARDS

  [7 Credits]

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  The first course in the public health/community health nursing series provides history of public health/community health nursing, along with an overview of the eight principles of practice, the domains of practice with core competencies, and the Standards of Professional Public Health Nursing. The emphasis is on primary prevention. Students utilize a systems perspective and ecological theory within the context of the current healthcare delivery system to develop community and family assessment skills, and surveillance skills. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and in dept learning, leadership, and collaborative practice. Practicum focuses on developing skill in the application of advanced public health/community health nursing practice competencies under the guidance of course faculty and supervision by approved preceptors.
• NURS 7611 - PUBLIC HEALTH/COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING II: PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, FAMILY ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION

  [7 Credits]

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  This second course emphasizes evidence based population focused, community and public health oriented advanced nursing practice, based on the Scope and Standards of Public Health Nursing, and the Public Health Nurse Competencies. The course builds on the knowledge and skills gained in NURS 7610. The focus is community/public health leadership; collaboration; and program planning. Students gain skill in family assessment, program design and selecting interventions required to meet the health needs of an aggregate population. Practicum focuses on developing competency in the application of advanced public health/community health nursing practice competencies under the guidance of course faculty and supervision by approved preceptors.
• NURS 7612 - PUBLIC HEALTH/COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING III: PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION

  [4 Credits]

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  This is a practicum course from the perspective of population focused, community oriented advanced public health/community health professional nursing practice. Students examine the structure and strategies required to implement a community health intervention program. Students develop an evaluation plan for monitoring the community health program developed in NURS 7611 utilizing public health and nursing research. The practicum focus is on developing competency in the application of advanced public health/community health nursing practice competencies under the guidance of course faculty and supervision by approved preceptors.
• NURS 7613 - PUBLIC HEALTH/COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING IV: PROGRAM EVALUATION, PUBLIC HEALTH LAW & POLICY

  [8 Credits]

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  This course focuses on program evaluation, policy development and grant writing. Students further develop their skills and knowledge of the structure and strategies of the process of program evaluation. Some of the social, political, legal and ethical forces that shape evaluation design, implementation, and utilization will be studied. Students refine their intervention program with an emphasis on outputs and outcomes in order to ensure program is cost effective and cost efficient, delivering the required services. Policies, procedures and data management systems are developed for sustainability of program. Health policy and health law and the implications for advanced public health/community health nursing and examined. The process of developing a health policy is explored. The process of applying and writing a grant for funding a specific public health nursing project is analyzed. Practicum focuses on ongoing competency development in advanced public health/community health nursing practice competencies under the guidance of course faculty and supervision by approved preceptors.
• NURS 7706 - ACUTE CARE THERAPEUTIC AND DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES

  [3 Credits]

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  Acute Care Therapeutic and Diagnostic Procedures includes didactic and simulated clinical experiences designed to build upon the application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of the scientific foundation of advanced practice nursing (APN) to rovide the knowledge and skills necessary to accurately and efficiently order, perform, and diagnose patients with complex acute & chronic illnesses within specialty, emergency, acute, or critical care settings. The student will develop cognitive and psychomotor skills via a variety of didactic methods and simulation scenarios designed to allow the student to gain experience in ordering specified diagnostics and performing specified invasive procedures for a total of 30 theory hours and 30 simulation lab hours. Pre-requisites: HLSC 6409, HLSC 6410, NURS 6315 NURS 7709
• NURS 7707 - FAMILY, GENETICS AND HEALTH PROMOTION

  [3 Credits]

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  Family, Genetics and Health Promotion builds upon scientific and psychosocial principles of health promotion and genetics within the context of family theory. The course provides advanced practice nursing students with a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and theories related to families, genetic influences on individuals and families, and the evidence-based health promotion strategies needed to strengthen and promote the health of the family as a unit and its individual members.
• NURS 7708 - DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC PRIMARY CARE PROCEDURES

  [3 Credits]

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  Diganostic and Therapeutic Primary Care Procedures builds on basic nursing knowledge and skills and provides theoretical knowledge to provide selected advanced practice registered nursing clinical procedures utilized in the care of patients in various primary care settings. Cognitive and psychomotor skills are emphasized in a simulation and practice lab. Focus is on the provision of safe and competent advanced practice registered nursning care to diverse populations
• NURS 7709 - ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING PRIMARY CARE PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS

  [2 Credits]

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  Advanced Practice Nursing Primary Care Pharmacotherapeutics builds upon advanced pharmacology principles to provide the pharmacotherapeutic knowledge, skills and abilities essential to manage a client’s health alterations in a safe, quality, cost-effective, genetically, and culturally appropriate manner. Emphasis is on therapeutic clinical decision-making in drug selection and management for the client that includes consideration of individual responses, health alterations, life cycle, culture, ethnicity, gender, genomics, and economics. A focus is on the legal and regulatory prescriptive practices, patient education, polypharmacy, safety measures, medication reconciliation practices, and the monitoring and evaluation of therapeutic responses to pharmacologic agents across the lifespan.
• NURS 7710 - PRIMARY CARE I: ADULTS

  [9 Credits]

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  Primary Care I: Adults, the first primary care course in a series of four courses, builds on skills and knowledge learned in earlier courses and focuses on the study of adult disorders managed in primary care practice. Emphasis is on the integration of major community health concepts and therapies required in the development, implementation and evaluation of primary health care. Students apply nursing concepts, theories, diagnoses, therapies, skills and techniques to provide care to adults in various community health settings.
• NURS 7711 - PRIMARY CARE II: FAMILY ACROSS THE LIFESPAN

  [9 Credits]

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  Primary Care II: Across the Lifespan is the second primary care course in a series of four courses, builds on advanced nursing practice principles to provide the knowledge, concepts, skills and abilities needed to promote and manage the health of patients across the lifespan. It focuses on the study of the development and health of individual members f the family unit and relates theories and concepts as thy apply to individual members of the family. Emphasis is on the integration of major health concepts and evidence based therapies required in the development, implementation and evaluation of gender specific primary health care. Students apply nursing concepts, theories, diagnoses, therapies, skills and techniques to provide care to infants, children and adults in various community health settings.
• NURS 7712 - PRIMARY CARE III: VULNERABLE POPULATIONS

  [9 Credits]

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  Primary Care III: Vulnerable Populations is the third primary care course in a series of four courses, builds on previously learned principles and skills and focuses on the study of primary care management of health conditions and disparities experienced by vulnerable individuals and groups. Emphasis is on the integration of major health concepts and evidence based therapies required in the development, implementation and evaluation of specific primary health care strategies. Students apply nursing concepts, theories, diagnoses, therapies, skills and techniques to provide care to vulnerable groups or individuals in various community health settings.
• NURS 7713 - PRIMARY CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER IV: ROLE TRANSITION

  [3 Credits]

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  Primary Care Nurse Practitioner IV: Role Transitions is the final course in a series of four courses that focuses on the leadership knowledge and skills needed for the transition to professional practice. Successful development and implementation of exemplars in clinical practice will prepare the beginning Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PCNP) to meet the health care agenda for a healthy society through practice, education and research. The clinical practicum provides the opportunity for students to enhance leadership and clinical skills as they transition toward the role identity of a doctorally prepared nurse practitioner. Clinical experiences will be respective to the student’s population-focus. (3 credits: theory 2, clinical 1)
• NURS 7714 - ADULT-GERONTOLOGY PRIMARY CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER II: GERONTOLOGY

  [6 Credits]

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  AG PCNP II: Gerontology is the second in a series of courses preparing the student for the role as an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. The course builds upon prior coursework in advanced nursing theory and practice. The course focuses on the health care issues and needs of older adults across the continuum of acute, chronic, community, and long-term care settings. The course will emphasize geriatric assessment and geriatric syndromes with an understanding of normal age changes and how these contribute to geriatric syndrome development. The course will provide the student with an understanding of the atypical presentation of disease in the older adult across settings of care, gender, cultural differences, and age cohorts. There is further development in the skills of clinical reasoning and decision making, ethical practice, and interprofessional communication. Clinical experiences across a wide variety of clinical settings will allow the student to gain increased clinical expertise with older adults.
• NURS 7715 - ADULT-GERONTOLOGY PRIMARY CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER III; VULNERABLE POPULATIONS

  [7 Credits]

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  AG PCNP III: Vulnerable Populations is the third course in a series of four courses that builds on previous principles and skills and focuses on the study of primary care management of health conditions and disparities experienced by vulnerable adult and geriatric individuals and groups. Emphasis is on the integration of major health concepts and evidence base therapies required in the development, implementation and evaluation of specific primary health care strategies. Students apply nursing concepts, theories, diagnoses, therapies, skills and techniques to provide care to vulnerable groups or individuals in various community health settings.
• NURS 7716 - PRIMARY CARE NP I: ADULT POPULATIONS & EPISODIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT

  [8 Credits]

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  Primary Care NP 1: Adult Populations & Episodic Disease Management, the first primary care course in a series of four courses, builds on skills and knowledge learned in earlier courses and focuses on the study of episodic adult II disorders managed in primary care practice. Emphasis is on the integration of major community health concepts and therapies required in the development, implementation and evaluation of primary health care. Students apply nursing concepts, theories, diagnoses, therapies, skills and techniques to provide care to adults in various community health settings.
• NURS 7717 - AGPCNP II: VULNERABLE POPULATIONS & CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT

  [7 Credits]

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  Adult/Gerontology PCNP II: Vulnerable Populations & Chronic Disease Management is the second adult/gerontology primary care course in a series of four courses that builds on the scientific foundation of advanced practice nursing. This course focuses on vulnerable population and chronic disease management of health conditions of adult clients. Emphasis is on the integration of major health concepts and evidence based therapies required in the development, implementation and evaluation of specific primary health care strategies. Students apply nursing concepts, theories, diagnoses, therapies, skills and techniques to provide care to vulnerable groups or individuals in various community health settings.
• NURS 7718 - FAMILY PCNP II: VULNERABLE POPULATIONS & CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT

  [9 Credits]

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  Family PCNP II: Vulnerable Populations & Chronic Disease Management is the second course in a series of four courses, building upon previously learned principles and skills and focuses on the study of primary care management of health conditions and disparities experienced by vulnerable individuals and groups. Emphasis is on the integration of major health concepts and evidence based therapies required in the development, implementation and evaluation of specific primary health care strategies. Students apply nursing concepts, theories, diagnoses, therapies, skills and techniques to provide care to vulnerable groups or individuals in various community health settings.
• NURS 7719 - AGPCNP III: GERONTOLOGY & REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

  [7 Credits]

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  Adult-Gerontology PCNP Ill: Gerontology & Reproductive Health is the third in a series of courses preparing the student for the role as an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP). The course builds upon prior coursework in advanced nursing theory and practice. The course focuses on reproductive health care issues and needs of adults across the continuum of, primary, chronic, community, and long-term care settings. Emphasis is on the integration of major health concepts and evidence based therapies required in the development, implementation and evaluation of gerontology and gender specific reproductive primary health care. The course will emphasize geriatric assessment and geriatric syndromes with an understanding of normal age related changes and how these contribute to geriatric syndrome development. The course will provide the student with and. understanding of the atypical presentation of disease in the older adult across settings of care, gender, cultural differences, and age cohorts. There is further development in the skills of clinical reasoning and decision making, ethical practice, and interprofessional communication. Clinical experiences across a wide variety of clinical settings will allow the student to gain increased clinical expertise with older adults and in reproductive health.
• NURS 7720 - FAMILY PCNP III: PEDIATRIC POPULATIONS & REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

  [9 Credits]

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  Family PCNP III: Pediatric Populations and Reproductive Health is the third course in a series of four, building upon advanced nursing practice principles to provide the knowledge, concepts, skills and abilities needed to promote and manage the health of patients across the lifespan. It focuses on the study of the development and health of individual members of the family unit and relates theories and concepts as they apply to individual members of the family. Emphasis is on the integration of major health concepts and evidence based therapies required in the development, implementation and evaluation of gender specific primary health care. Students apply nursing concepts, theories, diagnoses, therapies, skills and techniques to provide care to infants, children and adults in various community health settings.
• NURS 7721 - PRIMARY CARE NP IV: ROLE TRANSITIONS

  [3 Credits]

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  Primary Care NP IV: Role Transitions is the final course in a series of four courses that focuses on the leadership knowledge and skills needed for the transition to independent practice. Successful development and implementation of exemplars in clinical practice will prepare the beginning Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner t (PCFNP) and the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) to meet the health care agenda for a healthy society through practice, education and research. The clinical practicum provides the opportunity for PCFNP and AGPCNP student to enhance leadership and clinical skills as they transition toward the role identity of a doctorally prepared advanced practitioner of nursing.
• NURS 7800 - DOCTORAL SEMINAR

  [1 Credit]

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  In-depth study of selected subject area or student special need/interest under the guidance of doctoral faculty.
• NURS 7801 - DOCTORAL SYNTHESIS

  [1 Credit]

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  Doctoral Synthesis provides students the opportunity to process and integrate knowledge they have acquired in previous course work. Students will synthesize knowledge and evidence from a selected subject area under the guidance of doctoral faculty.
• NURS 7803 - DOCTORAL RESEARCH PRACTICUM

  [3 Credits]

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  The research practicum is designed to provide experiential learning to prepare students as future nurse scientists. The purpose of the Doctoral Research Practicum is to integrate research concepts and apply theoretical knowledge into practical experience. Students will engage in supervised research activities to gain experience in the phases of the research process, focusing on clinical, implementation, and basic research proposal, obtaining regulatory approvals, consenting participants, collecting and managing data, entering and analyzing data, interpreting data, and reporting findings. Students eill be actively engaged in an ongoing research project with faculty or postdoctoral researchers in nursing or related disciplines. Prerequisites: NURS 7305 and NURS 7303 or NURS 7309
• NURS 7805 - HUMAN RESOURCES IN HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS

  [3 Credits]

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  Human Resources in Healthcare Organizations examines the role of the executive nurse leader as it relates to the functions of human resource management in healthcare organizations. Healthcare organizations are facing many challenges such as recruitment and retention, generational differences, an aging workforce, workforce development, and competitive compensation and benefit programs. The emphasis will focus on the executive nurse leader role in human resource strategic management, laws and regulations, performance management, employee satisfaction measurement and improvement techniques to improve culturally sensitive health care in diverse practice settings and the workforce.
• NURS 7806 - QUALITY AND PATIENT SAFETY

  [4 Credits]

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  Quality and Patient Safety prepares the nurse executive student to analyze quality and patient safety data and develop the requisite skills in developing and evaluating quality improvement programs. Six Sigma and Lean methodologies will be addressed. Scientific Management theories and Decision Making frameworks will be presented and applied to complex healthcare organizations and systems. Creating a culture of safety and quality is essential in organizing the delivery system for effective outcomes and is addressed in this course. Practicum experiences will allow the nurse executive student to gain an understanding of the quality and patient safety initiatives healthcare organizations implement to achieve organizational success.
• NURS 7807 - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND BUDGETING IN HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS

  [4 Credits]

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  Financial Management and Budgeting in Healthcare Organizations introduces the nurse executive student to the budgeting process and financial management practices common in healthcare organizations. The executive nurse leader has a key role in the financial management and budgeting of a healthcare organization. Major issues of healthcare finance are addressed. Focus is on topics such as operating revenue, capital, resource allocation and financial analysis. Practicum experiences will allow the nurse executive student to analyze the tools and techniques of healthcare financial management and budgeting.
• NURS 7808 - HEALTHCARE LAW AND RISK MANAGEMENT

  [4 Credits]

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  Healthcare Law and Risk Management prepares the nurse executive student to successfully plan and organize patient care processes with an understanding of the impact of legal statues and risk management principles. Focus is on applicable healthcare laws, components of risk management programs, and specific risk management strategies for healthcare organizations. Practicum experiences will allow the nurse executive student to analyze the impact of legal statues and risk management issues on healthcare organizations.
• NURS 7809 - CORNERSTONE OF CULTURAL COMPETENCY IN THE DISASTER CYCLE

  [3 Credits]

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  Cornerstone of Cultural Competency in the Disaster Cycle introduces the nurse executive student with strategies to address the phases in the disaster cycle; facilitate and work effectively as a member of an interprofessional team to manage both physical and psychological impacts of disasters on vulnerable groups, and to improve quality of nursing care during disasters. Drawing upon the C3DC Model and theories of social vulnerability, Cornerstone of Cultural Competency in the Disaster Cycle will provide the executive nurse student with the knowledge and skills to intervene with vulnerable populations during disasters, in order to reduce health disparities, improve quality of life during disasters, and enhance community resiliency. Practicum experiences will allow the nurse executive student to gain a better understanding of emergency preparedness and disaster response and the impact on vulnerable populations of a community.
• NURS 7810 - EXECUTIVE NURSE LEADERS I: HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT

  [4 Credits]

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  Executive Nurse Leaders I: Healthcare Management course prepares the nurse executive student for the role of an executive nurse leader. Content emphasizes the elements of an organizational structure, including organizational goals and objectives, staffing and scheduling, decision-making, problem-solving, recruitment and retention, and the various types of planning that occurs in healthcare organizations. An introduction to the role of the manager including planning, organizing, staffing, influencing and controlling is presented. Emphasis is on the roles and functions of management and various management theories. Practicum experiences will allow the nurse executive student to analyze the major activities including managing a healthcare organization.
• NURS 7811 - EXECUTIVE NURSE LEADER II: HEALTHCARE LEADERSHIP

  [4 Credits]

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  Executive Nurse Leader II: Healthcare Leadership prepares the nurse executive student for the role of executive leader. Focus is on leadership theories and principles including the role and competencies of an executive leader in healthcare systems and organizations. Mentoring, succession planning, ethics and measuring the impact of leaders within healthcare systems and organizations are presented. Practicum experiences will allow the nurse executive student to analyze the role, personalities and traits of effective leaders.
• NURS 7812 - EXECUIVE NURSE LEADER III: ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOUR IN HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS

  [4 Credits]

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  Executive Nurse Leader III: Organizational Behavior in Healthcare Organizations is designed to provide the nurse executive student with a foundation for understanding individual behaviors and group dynamics within healthcare organizations. Focus is on organizational behavior concepts such as communication, motivation, conflict, stress, and team management. With a better awareness of organization behavior, the executive nurse leader will be able to predict and influence the behavior of employees to achieve organization outcomes. Practicum experiences will allow the nurse executive student to analyze individual and group behaviors in healthcare organizations.
• NURS 7813 - EXECUTIVE NURSE LEADER IV: STRATEGIC PLANING AND MARKETING FOR HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS

  [4 Credits]

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  Executive Nurse Leader IV: Strategic Planning and Marketing for Healthcare Organizations is designed to give the nurse executive student a broad understanding of the basic components of strategic, business, and marketing plans. Focus is on strategic planning, business planning; marketing, and entrepreneurship. By the end of the course the student will have developed an understanding of the role of planning and marketing in the business environment and develop the ability to understand the needs of the customers while achieving chosen business objectives. Practicum experiences will allow the nurse executive student to analyze healthcare organizations as a strategic business.
• NURS 7907 - ADVANCED PEDIATRIC HEALTH ASSESSMENT

  [3 Credits]

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  Advanced Pediatric Health Assessment is designed to develop the student’s knowledge and skill for obtaining and documenting an advanced health assessment of the neonate, infant, child, and adolescent patient and their families. This course will require the synthesis and application of biologic, sociocultural, and psychological, knowledge of the pediatric patient for the purpose of health promotion, differential diagnosis, and documentation in the health record.
• NURS 7908 - ADVANCED PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE ESSENTIALS

  [5 Credits]

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  Advanced Pediatric Primary Care Essentials is a didactic and clinical course built upon the fundamental principles and sciences of advanced practice nursing. The course focuses on the comprehensive management and health promotion pertaining to the unique needs of the pediatric patients from birth to young adulthood and their families in primary care settings.
• NURS 7908 - ADVANCED PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE ESSENTIALS

  [5 Credits]

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  Advanced Pediatric Primary Care Essentials is a didactic and clinical course built upon the fundamental principles and sciences of advanced practice nursing. The course focuses on the comprehensive management and health promotion pertaining to the unique needs of the pediatric patients from birth to young adulthood and their families in primary care settings. Practicum focuses on developing clinical competency in the role and scope of advanced pediatric nursing practice under the guidance of program faculty and direct supervision by approved preceptors.
• NURS 7909 - ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING ACUTE CARE PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS

  [2 Credits]

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  The Advanced Practice Nursing Acute Care Pharmacotherapeutics builds upon advanced pharmacology principles to provide the pharmacotherapeutic knowledge, skills and abilities essential to manage acutely ill patients in a safe, quality, cost-effective, genetically, and culturally appropriate manner. Emphasis is on therapeutic clinical decision-making in drug selection and management of the acutely ill patient that includes consideration of individual responses, health alterations, life style, culture, ethnicity, gender, genomics, and economics. A focus is on the legal and regulatory prescriptive practices, patient education, polypharmacy, safety measures, medication reconciliation practices, and the monitoring and evaluation of therapeutic responses to pharmacologic agents across the lifespan.
• NURS 7910 - ADULT GERONTOLOGY CNS I: ROLE AND COMMON HEALTH PROBLEMS

  [5 Credits]

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  The Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist I course is the first in a series of courses preparing the student for the role of an Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist. The course explores topics related to direct care of adults across the lifespan from adolescence to older adulthood and across the continuum from wellness through professional standards governing advanced practice from the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists and the American Nurses Association. Emphasis is on the patient/client sphere and nurses/nursing practice sphere of influence. Clinical experiences allow students to develop advanced clinical expertise with complex patients within a selected population of adults. Students will develop strategies for diagnosis and management of adult patients across the lifespan with common health problems. Prerequisites: HLSC 6409, HLSC 6410, NURS 6315, NURS 7709
• NURS 7911 - ADULT GERONTOLOGY CNS II: ACUTE & CHRONIC HEALTH PROBLEMS

  [7 Credits]

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  Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist II course is the second in a series of courses preparing the student for the role of an Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist. It builds upon prior coursework in advanced practice nursing theory and practice. The course explores the consultation and teaching/coaching roles of the Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist. Emphasis is on the patient/client sphere and nurses and nursing practice sphere of influence. Topics relevant to standards of care are utilized such as those from a variety of nursing special organizations, core measures, national guidelines, and various Institute of Medicine Reports. Emphasis is on theories, research, and interventions related to selected nursing diagnoses. There is further development in the skills of clinical decision making, ethical practice, and interprofessional communication. Clinical experiences allow the student to display increase clinical expertise with a selected population of adult-gerontology patients and critically analyze clinical practice for areas of improvement. Students will develop strategies for diagnosis and management of adult patients across the lifespan with acute and chronic health problems.
• NURS 7912 - ADULT GERONTOLOGY CNS III: ACUTE, CHRONIC, & COMPLEX HEALTH PROBLEMS

  [6 Credits]

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  Adult-Geronotology Clinical Nurse Specialist III course is the third in a series of courses that allows for further development in the role as an Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist. It builds upon Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist courses and core course work. This course emphasizes the roles of leadership and collaboration. Focus is on interprofessional collaboration and communication that facilitates change to improve patient outcomes. Ethical decision making, change theory, and outcome management methods are incorporated. Spheres of influence are the patient/client, nurses and nursing practice, and organization/system. Clinical experiences allow students to analyze processes and outcomes on the aggregate and individual level. Students will develop strategies for diagnosis and management of adult patients across the lifespan with acute, chronic, and complex health problems.
• NURS 7913 - ADULT GERONTOLOGY CNS IV: CHRONIC HEALTH AND GERIATRIC SYNDROMES

  [5 Credits]

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  Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist IV courses is the fourth in a series of courses preparing the student for the role of an Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist. This course synthesizes all prior course work and provides an opportunity to showcase clinical expertise with a population of adult-gerontology patients and the ability to improve practice and outcomes at the unit or system level. Emphasis is on the patient/client, nurses and nursing practice, and organizational/system spheres of influence. This course explores the research role of the Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist in assisting the adult client and family along with the continuum of chronic illness. The course emphasizes theories, research and interventions related to a variety of topics relevant to care of adults with chronic illness and geriatric syndromes. Clinical experiences allows student to demonstrate clinical expertise across the continuum of care for the selected population of adult-gerontology patients. Students will develop strategies for diagnosis and management of adult patients across the lifespan with chronic health problems and geriatric syndromes. Prerequisites: NURS 7412
• NURS 7914 - ADULT GERONTOLOGY CNS V: CARE AND PRACTICE TRANSITIONS

  [2 Credits]

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  Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist V courses is the fifth and final course preparing the student for the role of an Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist. This course synthesizes all prior course work and provides an opportunity to refine clinical expertise. Emphasis is on the patient/client, nurses and nursing practice, and organizational/system spheres of influence. This course explores professional development and entry into practice for the Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist. The course reinforces theories, research and interventions related to a variety of topics relevant to care of adults across the lifespan.
• NURS 7921 - PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE I: EPISODIC CONDITIONS

  [7 Credits]

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  Pediatric Primary Care I: Episodic conditions is the first pediatric primary care course in a series of four courses that builds on the scientific foundation of advanced practice nursing. This course focuses on common episodic health problems of pediatric patients from birth to young adulthood. Systematic appraisal of physical, social, developmental, family and parenting skills are utilized in clinical management. Health promotion, nutrition and education are emphasized. Practicum focuses on developing clinical competency in the role and scope of advanced pediatric nursing practice under the guidance of program faculty and direct supervision by approved preceptors. Clinical problems are analyzed and interpreted using an epidemiological approach to pediatric patient care management.
• NURS 7922 - PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE II: CHRONIC CONDITIONS

  [8 Credits]

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  Pediatric Primary Care II: Chronic Conditions is the second pediatric primary care course in a series of four courses that builds on the scientific foundation of advanced practice nursing. This course focuses on chronic health conditions of infants, children and adolescent clients. Systematic appraisal of physical, social, developmental, family and parenting skills are utilized in clinical management. Health promotion, nutrition and education are emphasized in regard to chronic diseases. Practicum focuses on continued development of clinical competency in the role and scope of advanced pediatric nursing practice under the guidance of program faculty and direct supervision by approved preceptors. Clinical problems are analyzed and interpreted using and epidemiological approach to patient care management.
• NURS 7923 - PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE III: ADOLESCENT, BEHAVIORAL & SOCIAL HEALTH

  [9 Credits]

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  Pediatric Primary Care III: Adolescent, Behavioral & Social Health is the third pediatric primary care course in a series of four courses building upon the scientific foundation of advanced practice nursing. This course focuses on adolescent health and common behavioral and social issues that occur during the adolescent years. Systematic appraisal of physical, social, developmental, family and parenting skills are utilized in clinical management. Health promotion, nutrition and education are emphasized. Practicum focuses on developing clinical competency in the role and scope of advanced pediatric nursing practice under the guidance of program faculty and direct supervision by approval preceptors. Clinical problems are analyzed and interpreted using an epidemiological approach to patient care management.
• NURS 7931 - PEDIATRIC ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER I: SYSTEM MANAGEMENT

  [7 Credits]

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  Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner I: System Management, the first in a series of four courses include didactic, simulated, and clinical experiences designed to build upon the scientific foundation of advanced practice nursing (APN). This course focuses on the application, analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of evidenced-based knowledge and skills necessary for the collaborative management of pediatric patients from birth to young adulthood and their families experiencing complex cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, renal, and endocrine illnesses with specialty or acute care settings. Practicum focuses on developing clinical competency in the role and scope of advanced pediatric nursing practice under the guidance of program faculty and direct supervision by approved preceptors.
• NURS 7932 - PEDIATRIC ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER II: SYSTEM MANAGEMENT

  [8 Credits]

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  Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner II: System Management, the second in a series of four course includes didactic, simulated, and clinical learning experiences designed to build upon the fundamental advanced practice nursing (APN) knowledge and skills, and knowledge of system management. This course continues the focus of system specific management of pediatric patients from birth to young adulthood, and their families, experiencing complex neurological, hematological/oncologic, infectious, and immunocompromising illnesses within specialty or acute care settings. Practicum focuses on continued development of clinical competency in the role and scope of advanced pediatric nursing practice under the guidance of program faculty and direct supervision by approved preceptors.
• NURS 7933 - PEDIATRIC ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER III: CRITICAL ILLNESS & TRAUMA MANAGEMENT

  [9 Credits]

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  Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner III: Critical Illness and Trauma Management is the third in a series of four courses that includes didactic, simulated, and clinical learning experiences designed to build upon all preceding advance practice nursing core and PNP-AC core courses. This course is a culmination of both pediatric acute care nurse practitioner system management courses and focuses on the multisystem management of acute traumatic and critical illnesses of pediatric patients from birth to young adulthood. Practicum focuses on development of clinical competency in the role and scope of advanced pediatric nursing practice under the guidance of program faculty and direct supervision by approved preceptors.
• NURS 8000 - DISSERTATION

  [1-6 Credits]

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  A contribution to knowledge in nursing. Demonstrated independent critical thought and mastery of research techniques.