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SCHOOL OF NURSING
Curriculum
As an integral component of The College of St. Scholastica, the School of Nursing embraces the Benedictine values of community, hospitality, respect, stewardship and love of learning. As a community of learners, we are committed to educating baccalaureate and graduate nurse leaders prepared to care for others, in a manner that honors and respects the unity of body, mind and spirit. Through caring for one another and ourselves in a holistic way, we develop a deep level of compassion which allows us to respond to others in a manner that promotes the healing of individuals, families, communities, and our world.
Nursing is fundamentally a holistic endeavor on which the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual welfare of persons depends. It is the enactment of nurses’ moral imperative to care for persons in health and illness at the most significant, vulnerable, and mundane moments of their lives, including birth and death. A person’s experience of health and illness is inseparable from the nurse’s intention, presence, and action at these moments.
Nursing does its healing work in a relational environment of connection, compassion, caring, creativity, and critical intention. The profession is informed not only by the liberal arts and sciences, technology, and integrative therapies, but also by the knowledge that relationships can be healing in and of themselves.
First and foremost, in its healing relationships with individuals, families, colleagues, communities, and populations, nursing respects and upholds the inherent dignity and worth of all creation. The least among us have been created by God and have infinite, if unrecognized, capacities for change and healing, balance and harmony. Nursing works in committed partnership with those it serves to use its specialized knowledge of health and illness to actualize those capacities.
Goals of the School of Nursing
- To offer programs designed to prepare students for entry-level or advanced professional nursing practice in a global community.
- To provide students with professional education in nursing reflective of excellence in nursing practice.
- To prepare students with the skills necessary for lifelong learning.
- To prepare students to participate in the society as informed citizens.
- To prepare students for advanced study in nursing.
- To teach and model Benedictine values as a basis for responsible living and meaningful work.
- To create and sustain a learning, working and practice environment conducive to the well being of faculty, students, and staff.
Goals of the Graduate Program in Nursing
- To prepare graduates for advanced nursing practice as a master’s prepared clinical nurse specialist in adult health, a family, adult or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, a nurse manager or Doctor of Nursing Practice.
- To prepare nursing leaders who, responding to society’s needs, will accept responsibility and accountability within the health care system.
Graduate Nursing Program Outcomes
The graduate of the program at Master’s Level will:
- Synthesize knowledge from nursing science and related disciplines as a basis for advanced nursing practice.
- Design roles of advanced nursing practice responsive to changing environmental forces.
- Use leadership skills, teaching, and collaborative strategies to create appropriate change in policy and systems which augment individual and population health.
- Facilitate the investigation of nursing problems with the dissemination and integration of findings into practice.
- Integrate knowledge of political, economic, and social issues; ethics and jurisprudence in decision-making processes to resolve dilemmas of practice.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the advancement of professional nursing and to the professional growth of self and peers.
The graduate of the program at Doctoral Level
The curriculum builds upon outcomes of the current master's curriculum to incorporate the essential elements not met in the master's program. Outcomes of the post-master's program are to prepare nursing leaders with the following competencies:
- Evaluate care delivery models and/or strategies using concepts related to community, environmental, cultural, socioeconomic and ethical dimensions of health.
- Assume leadership roles in professional teams involved in the development of clinical practice models, practice guidelines, quality improvement processes, health policy and standards of care.
- Analyze multiple sources of client outcome data through information technology and research methods for application to health care delivery, program development, practice guidelines, and problem solving processes.
- Evaluate interventions to improve health status, access patterns, and/or gaps in care of populations within a community of focus, particularly those who are rural or culturally disadvantaged.
- Design and implement evidence-based, cost-effective strategies that influence health care outcomes positively for individuals or populations.
While the major concepts of nursing, person, environment, and health provide a general framework for progressive development of course content in both undergraduate and graduate programs, the focus of each concept differs. At the master's level, advanced practice nursing is the focus. Students select either Clinical Nurse Specialist, Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult Nurse Practitioner, or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner roles. In addition, research theory is a major concept because it is a tool used by nurses in advanced practice.
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Nursing
Phase I
The master's student draws discriminately from advanced knowledge in nursing science and the biological and behavioral sciences in using the nursing process in advanced practice.
Phase II
An advanced role in nursing practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult Nurse Practitioner, or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is selected. In the Clinical Nurse Specialist Track, the four component roles of clinical expert, teacher, consultant, and researcher are analyzed and implemented. In the Family and Adult Nurse Practitioner Tracks, the role of a primary health provider is emphasized. In the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Track, the psychiatric mental-health and physical health needs of clients are addressed.
Person
Phase I
Advanced knowledge of developmental theory contributes to the conceptualization of person within a model of nursing practice.
The person is viewed through a wholistic perspective within a broader array of contextual interrelationships.
Environment
Phase I
The interaction of complex environmental forces such as physical, psychological, spiritual, economic, ecologic, political, sociocultural, legal, and ethical and their effect on health are analyzed.
Phase II
Advanced knowledge from nursing and supportive disciplines is used to modify complex environmental forces to foster health.
Health
Phase I
Multifaceted actual and potential human responses to interactions of complex forces in the internal and external environments which place the health of individuals at risk are analyzed. Strategies for health promotion are identified and implemented.
Phase II
Emphasis of the Clinical Nurse Specialist is conceptualized as a specialized area of adult health within a model of nursing practice. The emphasis of the Family Nurse Practitioner is to provide primary health care to family members of all ages, and the Adult Nurse Practitioner to adults. The emphasis of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is to provide mental health and primary health care to adults. The Nurse Manager role emphasizes the use of management technique to affect health care outcomes of consumers of nursing care.
Research Theory
Research theory is an integral component of all nursing courses. Upon admission, the graduate student is expected to have basic knowledge of the research process and statistics.
Phase I
The process of theory development is analyzed. Emerging nursing theories and theories from supportive disciplines are examined. Hypotheses are formulated from theoretical propositions for testing. The research process is examined in depth. A research problem is identified, conceptualized, and a method to study it proposed. In each course relevant research and theories are evaluated for utilization in practice.
Phase II
Theoretical formulations from nursing and supportive disciplines are analyzed for application to advanced nursing practice. Students implement and complete a research study or a master’s project. Study results and projects are reported at a seminar.
In addition to Phase I and Phase II, in Phase III at the doctoral level the major concepts are applied in a broader context focusing on systems, technology, aggregate populations and outcomes. These major components are described more fully below.
Program Approval And Accreditation
The College of St. Scholastica is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and is approved by the Minnesota Higher Education Coordinating Board. The Master of Arts in Nursing Program is accredited by The Commission for Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Curriculum Plans of Study: Specialty Tracks
- Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP)
- Adult Nurse Practitioner & Gerontology Track
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
- Clinical Nurse Specialist & Gerontology Dual Track
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Family Nurse Practitioner & Gerontology Dual Track
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Adult (AMHNP)
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Adult & Gerontology Dual Track
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Family (FMHNP)
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Family & Gerontology Dual Track
- Post Master's Certificates (Post Master's options available for all tracks - contact department)
- Post Master's Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Master's Program:
NSG 6608 Nursing Theory and Advanced Research 4 cr.
Builds on foundational knowledge of conceptual frameworks and theoretical models of nursing, statistics and basic research methodology. Concept analysis and mid-range theory selection prepare students to work through the research process leading to the completion of a qualitative or quantitative research proposal that serves as the basis for further development as a project or theses in NSG 6686 or NSG 6888. 60 class hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6619.
NSG 6609 Continuing Enrollment 0 cr.
Continuation of NSG 6888 Research Study or NSG 6686 Masters Project. Designed for students who do not complete their thesis or project within the designated time frame. Students register for continuing enrollment each semester while completing their work. The fee for continuing enrollment equals the tuition for one graduate semester credit. Prerequisite: NSG 6608.
NSG 6610 Personality Development and Health Care 2 cr.
Explicates theories of personality from biological, psychological and social cognitive perspectives. The student is introduced to the psychoanalytic, psychosocial and interpersonal theories of human development throughout the life span. Emphasis is on the application of these theories to health promotion in advanced nursing practice within a multi-cultural society. Online course, one campus meeting; 22.5 clinical hours.
NSG 6614 Health Care Policy 2 cr.
Role of the nurse in influencing health policy is investigated. Application of change and systems theories to the process of health policy development is explored. Online course. One on-campus meeting. Prerequisite: NSG 6619.
NSG 6619 Theoretical Foundations of Advanced Nursing Practice 4 cr.
Critical investigation of advanced nursing practice based on nursing models and theoretical concepts relevant to the nurse's role as a primary health care provider. Emphasis is placed on principles of health promotion and disease prevention as well as an analysis of independent nursing interventions useful in assisting clients to achieve health outcomes. 44 class hours; 48 clinical hours
NSG 6621 Clinical Specialist: Role and Leadership 4 cr.
Examination of the component roles and theories relevant to clinical nurse specialist practice (e.g., clinical expert, teacher, consultant and researcher within the context of spheres of influence [client, staff and systems]), and leadership. Study of major variables influencing health care which impact on clinical specialist component roles of consultant to peers and/or colleagues and teacher to staff and/or health care consumers. 44 class hours, 48 clinical hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6608, 6614, 6619.
NSG 6625 Phenomena of Nursing Practicum 4 cr.
Application of the four defining characteristics of nursing (phenomena, theory application, nursing action, and effects of action) to the care of clients with actual and potential health problems. A wholistic approach is used in health promotion and illness intervention activities. Seminars focus on management of the health status of adults with emphasis on the independent dimension of nursing and critical diagnostic reasoning. 180 clinical hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6608, 6610, 6614, 6619, 6627, 6674, 6677, BIO 5210, 5220. Pre-or corequisite NSG 6621.
NSG 6627 Health Assessment Adult 2 cr.
Advanced physical, psychological, social and developmental skills necessary for primary care practice with adult clients. Principles and techniques of data collection, communication and physical examination are emphasized. Basic laboratory and diagnostic procedures are explored. Online course; 45 laboratory and clinical practice hours.
NSG 6629 Health Assessment Pediatric 2 cr.
Advanced physical, psychological, social and developmental skills necessary for advanced practice nursing with pediatric clients. Principles and techniques of data collection, communication and physical examination are emphasized. Basic laboratory and diagnostic procedures are explored. Online course, 45 laboratory and clinical practice hours.
NSG 6630 Theoretical Foundations of Gerontological Nursing 2 cr.
Critical investigation of the theoretical foundation of advanced nursing practice in gerontology, grounded in nursing theory and integrated with theories of aging, development, family and health belief models. Emphasis is placed on health promotion and prevention, socio-cultural, ethical and legal practice, and APN scope of practice. Online course: 30 didactic hours with 3 on campus meetings. Prerequisite: Post-master's status or enrolled in master's program at CSS. Pre or Co-requisite: N6610 or N6676, 6619.
NSG 6633 Health Assessment/Health Promotion of the Older Adult 2 cr.
The analysis and application of theory and research related to health assessment and health promotion of older adults. Implementation of evidence-based advanced physical, psychological, social and developmental assessment techniques necessary for health promotion and illness prevention activities along with diagnosis of acute, chronic and functional health challenges with the older adult. Online course: 45 independent clinical hours. Prerequisite: Post-master's status or enrolled in master's program at CSS. Pre or Corequisite: N6627, N6630
NSG 6635 Pharmacological Application: Older Adult 2 cr.
Application of theory and research related to advanced gerontological pharmacotherapeutics. Includes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions in the management of acute, chronic physical and mental health disorders for the older adult. Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics in relation to the physiological changes in the older adult are stressed. Assessment, decisionmaking processes and client education for appropriate drug use are addressed. Online course: 3 campus meetings and case study application. Prerequisite: Post-master's status or enrolled in master's program at CSS. Pre or Co-requisite: N6608, N6633, N6677 or equivalent
NSG 6637 Health Care Management I: Older Adult 4 cr.
Development and implementation of a specialized plan of care for the older adult encompassing diagnosis and treatment plans for acute and chronic physical and mental health issues that are guided by theory and research. A holistic approach is used in health promotion and illness prevention evidence-based intervention strategies. Consultation and referral activities are addressed. Online course with 135 clinical hours and web seminar discussion. Prerequisite: Post-master's status or enrolled in master's program at CSS. Pre or Corequisite: N6630, N6633, N6635; BIO 5125 and N6674 or their equivalent
NSG 6639 Health Care Management II: Older Adult 6 cr.
Intensive clinical experience focusing on the application of evidence based guidelines in care management of the older adult with complex health needs in a variety of settings. Nursing care and the influence of support systems are evaluated for their impact on client outcomes. Includes monitoring and support of client physical and behavioral changes; modification of care for acute and chronic conditions in accordance with assessment, test findings and client responses; and assessment of adherence to pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions. Online course with 270 clinical hours and seminar discussion. Prerequisite: Post-master's status or enrolled in master's program at CSS. Prerequisite: N6637
NSG 6640 Foundations of Nursing Program Development 2 cr.
Examination of major components of program development including assessment, implementation and evaluation, and incorporating characteristics of teachers and learners in a variety of nursing environments. 30 class hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Graduate Program or permission of instructor.
NSG 6642 Education in Nursing: Curricular Considerations 2 cr.
Examination of major components of program development including assessment, implementation and evaluation. Selected aspects of curriculum development are explored, including instructional design, teaching strategies, learning events and methods of evaluation. Approaches to didactic and experiential learning within the context of nursing will be examined. 30 class hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6608, 6619, 6640.
NSG 6643 Practicum: Nursing Education 3 cr.
Synthesis of the nursing education focus within the context of advanced clinical practice. Utilizing clinical expertise, the student functions as a nurse educator in a selected health or post-secondary education setting. 135 clinical hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6642 or permission of faculty.
NSG 6644 Family Nursing: Theory and Assessment 2 cr.
Overview of the issues in family nursing care and research. Examination of developing nursing theories and theories from related disciplines as they pertain to practice and research of families. Family assessment techniques are investigated. 30 class hours.
NSG 6646 Family Nursing: Transitions in the Family Life Cycle 2 cr.
Life cycle and life course analysis in the examination of normal family transitions. Study of the role of the nurse in influencing family stress and coping. 30 class hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6644.
NSG 6648 Family Nursing: Families and Illness 2 cr.
Examination of the reciprocity between illness and family dynamics. Analysis of nursing interventions useful in assisting families to achieve health outcomes. 30 class hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6644.
NSG 6651 Practicum: Clinical specialization in Adult Nursing 3 cr.
Emphasis on clarification of the adult nursing clinical specialist role. The component roles of the clinical nurse specialist (i.e., clinical expert, teacher, consultant and researcher) are synthesized as the student gives direct and indirect care to adults with complex and multifaceted health problems. 135 clinical hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6621, 6625.
NSG 6660 Nursing Management 2 cr.
Integration of organizational and management theories within the context of the nursing process applied to the delivery of nursing services in a variety of settings and systems. The role of the advanced practice nurse in various levels of management is analyzed and core abilities required of the manager emphasized. Factors affecting the dynamic changes in the health care system and delivery of nursing care are investigated. 30 class hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6608, 6614, 6619, MGT 6420, 6430, 6413. Pre- or co-requisite: MGT 6450, 6455.
NSG 6661 Nursing Management Practicum 6 cr.
Application of advanced practice roles in new models of organization with health care practices across the continuum. Under guidance of a nurse manager preceptor, students assume complex managerial functions within a healthcare delivery system located outside their geographical area for a concentrated period of time. 270 clinical hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6660. Pre- or co-requisite MGT 6445.
NSG 6662 Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing 2 cr.
Introduction to theories, concepts and models relevant to the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner's role in the care of persons with mental illnesses and persons/populations at risk for mental illness. Emphasis is placed on neurobiological theories of mental illness as well as developmental and psychodynamic theories. Online course with on-campus seminars. Pre- or co-requisite: NSG 6610, 6619.
NSG 6663 Individuals: Psychiatric Nursing Management I 4 cr.
Development of skills necessary for holistic management of common and recurrent psychiatric symptoms/conditions of individual clients. Emphasizes initial contact and comprehensive, coordinated and continuous care based on pathophysiologic, psychotherapeutic, spiritual and developmental data, as well as assessment of community mental health needs and psycho-educational approaches. 15 class hours, 135 clinical hours. Pre- or co-requisite NSG 6664.
NSG 6664 Individual Clients: Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nursing 2 cr.
Examination of knowledge and roles in advanced practice psychiatric nursing with individual clients. Standards of diagnostic classification systems and treatment modalities related to psychiatric illness are explored. Aspects of health promotion and disease prevention are included. Online course with campus seminars. Prerequisite: NSG 6662, 6677, 6678, BIO 5210, 5999. Pre- or co-requisites NSG 6608, 6627, BIO 5220.
NSG 6665 Groups: Psychiatric Nursing Management II 4 cr.
Development of skills needed to function as a beginning advanced practice group leader/therapist. Includes application of theoretical principles of group psychotherapy with clients experiencing mental health problems. 15 class hours, 135 clinical hours. Pre- or co-requisite: N6666.
NSG 6666 Groups: Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nursing 2 cr.
Examination of the structure, functions, processes, and developmental course of groups in human life and health care practice. Introduction to the theory and practice of group psychotherapy and group facilitation in advanced practice psychiatric nursing. 30 class hours. Web based course. Prerequisites: NSG 6608, 6619, 6627, 6662, 6674, 6677, 6678, BIO 5210, 5220, 5999.
NSG 6667 Child/Adolescent/Family: Psychiatric Nursing Management III 4 cr.
Development of skills necessary for holistic management of common and recurrent psychiatric symptoms/conditions of child/adolescent/family clients. Emphasizes initial contact and comprehensive, coordinated and continuous care based on pathophysiologic, psychotherapeutic, spiritual, and developmental data. Includes assessment of community mental health needs and psychoeducational as well as psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacologic approaches with child/adolescent/family clients. Traditional and non-traditional community practice sites are used. Pre or corequisite: NSG 6668. 15 Seminar hours, 135 clinical hours.
NSG 6668 Child/Adolescent/Family Clients: Advanced Practice Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing 2 cr.
Examination of the knowledge base and roles in advanced practice psychiatric-mental health nursing with child/adolescent/family clients. Standards of diagnostic classification systems and treatment modalities related to psychiatric illness are explored. Aspects of health promotion and disease prevention in advanced practice psychiatric-mental health nursing are also explored. 15 didactic hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6608, 6619, 6629, 6662, 6674, 6676, 6677, 6678, BIO 5210, 5220, 5999.
NSG 6674 Rural and Community Based Advanced Practice 2 cr.
Analysis of theory, research and practice in rural and community advanced practice nursing. Application to the role of advanced practice nurse is explored with emphasis on rural and community issues, content and experiences. 22.5 class hours, 22.5 clinical hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6608, or departmental permission
NSG 6676 Theoretical Foundations of the Family 2 cr.
Examination of developing nursing theories and theories from related disciplines as they pertain to practice and research of families. Family assessment techniques and family interventions are investigated. 30 hours class hours.
NSG 6677 Advanced Pharmacology 3 cr.
Principles of drug therapies commonly used by advanced practice nurses. Includes pharmacological action of drugs, assessment issues and a decision making process for appropriate use and client education. Online Course with 3 hour orientation class; 45 hours supervised practice for CNS students.
NSG 6678 Psychopharmacology 2 cr.
Builds on the advanced pharmacology content of NSG 6677. Focuses specifically on the pharmacology of psychotropic drugs used with adult populations, including antidepressants, mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, psychostimulants, cognition enhancers, and miscellaneous agents commonly prescribed for the management of acute and chronic psychiatric conditions. Pays particular attention to the practical issues of starting, stopping, changing, and monitoring psychotropic medications, as well as managing medication side effects and providing the psychoeducation necessary for successful psychopharmacologic management. Lays the foundation for safe, successful, collaborative, prescriptive practice for psychiatricmental health nurse practitioners. Prerequisite: NSG 6677 or equivalent. Online course, one campus meeting.
NSG 6681 Primary Health Care Management I 6 cr.
Knowledge and skills necessary for prevention and management of common acute and chronic illnesses in infants, children and adolescents. Aspects of assessment, diagnosis, management and evaluation derived from pathophysiologic, psychosocial, spiritual and developmental data bases are addressed. This course must be taken the semester immediately following NSG 6629, or requires faculty approval. Web enhanced course. Prerequisites: NSG 6619, 6627, 6629, 6676, 6677; BIO 5210; prerequisite or taken concurrently: NSG 6608, BIO 5220. 42 class hours; 144 clinical hours.
NSG 6683 Primary Health Care Management II 7 cr.
Knowledge and skills necessary for prevention and management of acute and chronic illnesses in adults and older adults. Underlying pathophysiologic and psychosocial bases for occurrence and detection are addressed with emphasis on management of common acute and chronic illnesses. It is required that NSG 6627 be taken within one year of this course, otherwise remedial work will be required. 45 class hours; 180 clinical hours. Web enhanced course. Prerequisite: NSG 6608, 6610 (ANP), 6619, 6627, 6674, 6677, 6681 (FNP only), BIO 5210, 5220.
NSG 6685 Prenatal Health Care 1 cr.
Introduction to the role of a family nurse practitioner in the promotion of healthy pregnancy and lactation, and the management of frequently encountered problems in a pregnant or lactating woman. Online course; 15 clinical hours. Pre or corequisite: NSG 6683.
NSG 6687 Nurse Practitioner Preceptorship 6 cr.
Intensive clinical experience with a focus on prevention, health promotion, client education and illness management of individuals and families. 270 clinical hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6683, 6681 and 6685 (FNP).
NSG 6691 Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Preceptorship 4 cr.
Exploration of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner role as first line provider. Role components include: integration of medical, nursing and psychiatric interventions into a holistic plan of care; interpretation of results of care; modification as appropriate and utilization of appropriate referral sources. 15 class hours; 135 clinical hours. Prerequisite: NSG 6663. Pre- or co-requisite NSG 6665.
NSG 6999 Independent Study 1-2 cr.
With faculty guidance, the development of objectives and implementation of a protocol for independent work related to the practice of advanced nursing. Prerequisite: NSG 6608, 6619 or consent of faculty.
NSG 6686 Project 2 cr.
Study of a research-based, advanced practice nursing care related project with faculty guidance. The project culminates in a scholarly paper and will be defended before a project committee and presented at a nursing research forum. Required pre- or co-requisite course: NSG 6608.
NSG 6777 Nursing Topics 1-2 cr.
Elective courses with specific topics of interest to professional nurses' practice. Prerequisite: a baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing.
NSG 6888 Research Study 2 cr.
Utilization of the research process to investigate a nursing research question culminating in a thesis. The research will be defended before a thesis committee and presented at a nursing research forum. Required pre- or corequisite course: NSG 6608.
BIO 5210 Advanced Physiology I 2 credits
First course in a two-semester sequence which includes a semi-quantitative study of functions of the nervous system, musculoskeletal system and the circulatory system of humans. Prerequisite: Complete course in Anatomy/Physiology and Pathophysiology or consent of instructor.
BIO 5220 Advanced Physiology II 2 credits
Continuation of BIO 4210/5210, which includes a semi-quantitative study of functions of the body defense system, respiratory system, renal system, digestive system, and reproductive system of humans. Prerequisite: BIO 4210/5210 or consent of instructor.
BIO: 5999 Neurophysiology 2 credits
The 5999 indicates this is an independent study. Dr. Cizadlo has a specifically designed course to meet the neurophysiology needs of the PMHNP student.
BIO/GER 5125 Biology of Aging 2 credits
Aging changes which are evident in humans are the result of time interacting with molecular mechanisms of biological systems. Current knowledge of these mechanisms will be examined, followed by an application of the basic principles of biological aging to the systems of the body. Prerequisite: completed course in anatomy/physiology or consent of instructor.
Doctor of Nursing Practice
NSG 8000 - Leadership in Health Care 2 credits
Study of various dimensions of leadership and how they apply to the health care environment. Includes theoretical models and their application to nursing models of practice, personal and organizational integration of values, key aspects of creating and sustaining a learning organization, and leadership as partnership and teamwork.
NSG 8200 - Clinical Outcome Research 3 credits
Focus on knowledge development in areas such as the translation of research into practice, the evaluation of practice, activities aimed at improving the reliability of health care practice and outcomes, and participation in collaborative research. The use of analytical methods to develop best practices and practice guidelines and to facilitate the evaluation of systems of care that will improve patient outcomes are emphasized.
NSG 8201 - Clinical Project I 2 credits
Emphasis is placed on the use of analytical methods to assess patient-centered outcomes in a clinical health care or organizational setting. The focus is on developing a design and evaluation plan for the DNP clinical project. Stage one in a three stage process. Students work independently under the guidance of a faculty advisor and attend group seminars. 45 clinical hours.
NSG 8202 - Ethics in Health Care 3 credits
Analysis of philosophical and empirical research in health care ethics with consideration of human diversity. Exploration of current ethical issues, including relevant contextual factors within the health care disciplines and within the student’s area of scholarship and clinical practice. Emphasis on ethical decision-making and implications for the health care disciplines including the professional domains of administration, clinical care, policy, and education.
NSG 8205 - Clinical Project III 3 credits
Stage three in the development and clinical implementation of the project culminating in the final outcome research project and paper. Students present and critique clinical projects and work independently under the guidance of a faculty advisor and attend seminars. 135 clinical hours.
NSG 8352 - Performance Improvement in Health Care Organizations 3 credits
Examines the concept of performance management and its application to the health care industry for both larger health care organizations and smaller health care settings. Issues related to the extreme pressure exerted by both purchasers and regulatory agencies for healthcare organizations to improve its performance will be analyzed.
NSG 8355 - Healthcare Finance 3 credits
Covers finance issues related to healthcare organizations, such as: reimburse-ment analysis, understanding the nature of costs, service line profitability analysis, and preparation of operating and capital budgets. Students learn how to analyze financial statements and their relationship to organizational decision-making.
NSG 8420 - Organizational Behavior 3 credits
Explores the behavior of people within organizations in terms of the factors that are most influential. Those include factors related to individuals, groups and the larger organization system. The course utilizes an experiential learning process that helps students understand their strengths and weaknesses as learners.
NSG 8470 - Program Evaluation 2 credits
Program evaluation is the systematic collection of information about the activities, characteristics, and outcomes of programs to make judgments about the program, to improve program effectiveness, and/or to inform decisions about future programming. This course examines strategies used in assessing the need for, implementation of and effectiveness of interventions. Topics include: purposes of evaluation, understanding the program, planning the evaluations, roles for the evaluator, selection of criteria and standards, development of measures, implementation evaluation, outcome assessment, qualitative methods, reports of results, utilization of results and ethical issues in program evaluation. Students read reports and prepare proposals.
NSG 8660 – Nursing Management 3 credits
Integration of organizational and management theories within the context of the nursing process applied to the delivery of nursing services in a variety of settings and systems. The role of the advanced practice nurse in various levels of management is analyzed and core abilities required of the manager emphasized. Factors affecting the dynamic changes in the health care system and delivery of nursing care are investigated.
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