Credentials Proven by Licensure (LPN)
NUR118
This course exists for the purpose of verifying completion of a practical nursing education through a valid practical nursing license for the state of Pennsylvania.
7 Credits: 7 Lecture
Course Descriptions
Foundations of Nursing
NUR186
Introduction to basic principles of nursing practice through classroom, laboratory, and clinical learning. Emphasis on the use of nursing process and clinical judgment in the development of comprehensive person-centered care supported by evidence-based practice. Professional behaviors, teaching/learning principles, information literacy, collaboration, and communication are emphasized. Minimum of 90 clinical hours are required.
7 Credits: 4 Lecture, 3 Lab, 6 Clinical
Corequisites:
BIO125
Prerequisites:
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH123 and PSY111; or
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH124 and PSY111; or
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH151 and PSY111; or
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH153 and PSY111; or
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH159 and PSY111; or
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH161 and PSY111; or
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH180 and PSY111; or
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH181 and PSY111
Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing I
NUR189
First in a three-part series of medical-surgical nursing. Exploration of concepts to support comprehensive person-centered nursing care through classroom and clinical learning with a focus on adult clients exhibiting simple healthcare problems. Continued development of professional behaviors, information literacy, nursing process, clinical judgment, collaboration, and communication. Emphasis on client-centered teaching/learning principles in the delivery of evidence-based care. Minimum of 90 clinical hours are required.
6 Credits: 4 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Introduction to Professional Nursing
NUR204
Orientation to the Penn College Nursing Program Mission and Philosophy and the Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act. Exploration of the history of professional nursing and contemporary image of nursing is explored. Introduction of nursing process and communication skills which are vital to nursing practice. Use of the nursing process will be introduced with an emphasis on ethical behavior, communication, and healthcare policy.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH123 and PSY111; or
CHM100 and ENL111 and MTH123 and PSY111; or
CHM111 and ENL111 and MTH123 and PSY111; or
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH151 and PSY111; or
CHM100 and ENL111 and MTH151 and PSY111; or
CHM111 and ENL111 and MTH151 and PSY111; or
BIO115 and ENL111 and MTH159 and PSY111; or
CHM100 and ENL111 and MTH159 and PSY111
Perspectives on Aging
NUR205
Exploration of healthcare needs for the aging population with a focus on biological, psychological, social, legal, and ethical concerns. Exploration of the role of the nurse and other healthcare professionals in the care of the dying person as well as the aging population’s needs related to acute care, long-term care, and home nursing/community care. Emphasis is placed on teaching about disease prevention and incorporating a healthy life style, stabilization of chronic diseases, as well as restorative care.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
PSY111
LPN-RN Role Transition & Medical- Surgical Nursing I
NUR213
Combined focus on theoretical and clinical components of the transition to the registered nurse role, nursing process, and further development of skills required for professional practice. Emphasis on the role of the registered nurse as provider of care, communicator, client advocate, and educator, as well as the development of professional behaviors, communication, and teaching/learning principles. Exploration of professional nursing care of diverse adult populations exhibiting acute and chronic health conditions. Beginning use of informatics and evidence-based practice to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate person-centered care. Minimum of 90 clinical hours are required.
7 Credits: 5 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Prerequisites:
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH123 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH124 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH151 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH153 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH159 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH161 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH180 and NUR118; or
BIO125 and ENL111 and MTH181 and NUR118
Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing II
NUR214
Second in a three-part series of medical-surgical nursing. Further development of the necessary knowledge, clinical judgment skills, and professional behaviors to safely manage the care of clients with a variety of complex healthcare needs. Functioning as an interprofessional team member while providing care to the adult client. Minimum of 90 clinical hours are required.
5 Credits: 3 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Fundamentals of Nursing
NUR232
Introduction to the basic principles of nursing practice through application of the nursing process and the concept of critical thinking. An overview of basic physiological and psychosocial responses to illness is acquired. Basic skills of nursing practice are introduced through the utilization of theory and kinesthetic learning principles. Various information delivery methods assist the student in becoming proficient in performing basic nursing skills. Client care utilizing therapeutic communication, basic analytical thought processes, and the nursing process is explored through the clinical experience. Basic physical assessment skills are used to identify health problems of adult clients. The concept of critical thinking is explored in relationship to developing individualized nursing care plans. Nursing research and evidence-based practice are examined as a basis for nursing care decisions. A minimum of 90 clinical hours is required.
6 Credits: 3 Lecture, 3 Lab, 6 Clinical
Corequisites:
BIO125
Pharmacology in Healthcare I
NUR233
First of two sequenced pharmacology courses providing an introduction to basic pharmacological concepts. Pharmacology concepts build from simple to complex with an established knowledge base of chemistry, anatomy and physiology, physical assessment, and nursing process. Examines and applies foundational pharmacological concepts. Definition of pharmacological terms presented in the exploration of the phases of the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics processes. Examination of selected drug categories and a review of representative drug prototypes for each category is provided. Discussion of the therapeutic effects, arrays of responses, and categories of interactions of these medications and relevant legal and ethical aspects of medication administration explored. Knowledge developed serves as a platform for continued expansion of pharmacological understanding in future coursework.
1 Credit: 1 Lecture
Prerequisites:
CHM100 and NUR232 and NUR288; or
CHM108 and NUR232 and NUR288; or
CHM111 and NUR232 and NUR288
Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing III
NUR239
Third in a three-part series of medical-surgical nursing. Emphasis on complex healthcare problems. Practice professional behaviors while using critical thinking and clinical judgment to manage the care of the adult client exhibiting complex health problems. Minimum of 90 clinical hours are required.
6 Credits: 4 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Prerequisites:
BIO201 and NUR214 and NUR270 and NUR287; or
BIO201 and NUR214 and NUR271 and NUR287
Fundamentals of Nutrition
NUR250
Emphasis on the importance of nutrition in all aspects of a patient’s life and the significance that nurses have in this role. Topics include the principles of nutrition by understanding the different nutrients and their uses, nutrition of health promotion through guidelines for healthy eating, nutritional needs spanning from infancy to the elderly, and nutrition as it relates to clinical nursing practice. Medical nutrition therapy and nutritional strategies are examined as it relates to patients’ care from an array of disease states, such as obesity, respiratory disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, cardiovascular disease, kidney disorders, diabetes mellitus and cancer.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Childbearing Nursing
NUR270
Exploration of nursing care of clients experiencing a normal pregnancy or a pregnancy at risk. Common obstetrical problems of increasing complexity are studied. Emphasis on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for the childbearing client. Experiences include care for the mother, fetus, and neonate during normal pregnancies. Social and environmental influences are addressed, as well as pharmacological and nutritional factors. Minimum of 45 clinical hours are required.
3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Clinical
Prerequisites:
NUR189 and PSY203; or
NUR214 and NUR272 and NUR274
Nursing Care of Children
NUR271
Exploration of the nursing process when providing care to healthy children and those exhibiting common health problems. Application of age-appropriate communication skills and nursing strategies during the interaction with children of different developmental stages in a variety of clinical settings. Topics include normal growth and development principles and their application. Minimum of 45 clinical hours are required.
3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Clinical
Prerequisites:
NUR189 and PSY203; or
NUR214 and NUR272 and NUR274 and PSY203
Psychosocial Nursing
NUR272
Use of the nursing process when providing evidence-based nursing care specific to psychosocial health problems. Appropriate modes of communication to establish a therapeutic nurse-client relationship and interaction with the healthcare team. Construction of health teaching plans to help consumers identify their coping responses and maximize their strengths to deal with everyday life. Minimum of 45 clinical hours are required.
3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Clinical
Prerequisites:
NUR214 and NUR287; or
NUR238; or
NUR213 and NUR287
Topics in Nursing
NUR274
Introduction to current nursing issues with an emphasis on their potential impact on healthcare in a society of diverse populations. Includes standards of registered nursing practice, career development, introduction to principles of leadership and management, interprofessional collaboration, and legal/ethical topics. Use of evidence-based nursing literature and continued development of professional behaviors.
2 Credits: 2 Lecture
Essentials of Pharmacology
NUR287
Examination of foundational pharmacologic principles and practices associated with the nursing management of drug therapy while using the nursing process. A systematic approach to the study of medications is based on drug classifications with a focus on the prototype drug(s) within the classification.
2 Credits: 2 Lecture
Corequisites:
NUR238 or NUR213 or NUR189
Prerequisites:
BIO125
Health Assessment
NUR288
Principles and application of basic health assessment techniques for the purpose of determining a client's health status. In addition, health promotion activities are reviewed and reinforced. These health assessment activities are achieved through the use of demonstration and application of various subjective and objective systems assessments as well as identifying health promotion opportunities. Related concepts of human anatomy and physiology are also applied to the health assessment process. Communication and interviewing techniques are incorporated throughout the course. Emphasis is placed on systems assessments, culminating in the ability to complete a head-to-toe assessment and health history.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Corequisites:
BIO125
LPN-RN Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing III
NUR291
Terminal medical/surgical nursing study for current LPNs, involving complex healthcare problems in adult populations. Focus on multifaceted health issues and exposure to more serious nursing care situations requiring the RN level of knowledge and responsibility. Practice professional behaviors, critical thinking, and clinical judgment to manage the care of the adult client exhibiting complex health problems. Minimum of 90 clinical hours are required.
5 Credits: 3 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Credentials Proven by License
NUR304
This course exists for the purpose of verifying transfer of nursing credits only. Eligible candidates who submit a copy of the display portion of their current, valid registered nurse (R.N.) license to the Admissions Office at Penn College, will be credited with 38 nursing credits. These 38 nursing credits reflect the candidate's ability to meet the associate degree level nursing course requirements by virtue of his/her license. Candidates must meet all Penn College baccalaureate program admission requirements prior to acceptance into the B.S.N program.
38 Credits: 38 Lecture
Adult Health Nursing I
NUR306
Exploration of entry-level medical-surgical nursing care of adult clients exhibiting acute and chronic health needs is accomplished by various methods of course delivery. Critical-thinking activities utilized throughout the course, as well as a focus on evidence-based nursing interventions, assist with the development of the depth and breadth of the cognitive skills needed to function in the role of a baccalaureate-prepared nurse. Clinical experiences provide students with opportunities to apply theoretical concepts. Emphasis on the development of organizational and time management skills during nursing care provision in the context of beginning-level patient caseloads, primarily in the acute care setting. Minimum of 90 clinical hours required.
6 Credits: 3 Lecture, 3 Lab, 6 Clinical
Prerequisites:
BIO125 and CHM100 and NUR232 and NUR288; or
BIO125 and CHM108 and NUR232 and NUR288; or
BIO125 and CHM111 and NUR232 and NUR288
Nursing Informatics
NUR309
Examination of the history of healthcare informatics, current issues, basic informatics concepts, and health information management systems. Emphasis on the use of technology to make decisions and improve the health status of the individual, family, and community. Applied skills include identifying, gathering, processing, and managing information/data and applying nursing informatics concepts in clinical practice to improve patient safety and education.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
The Philosophy of Professional Nursing
NUR311
RN-to-BSN transition course designed to facilitate professional growth and development. Focus on nursing concepts from a professional perspective, values of nursing practice, and articulation of nursing care based on theory and research. Emphasis on improving communication skills through written and technical means. Fall Only.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Nursing in an Aging Society
NUR315
Examination of the worldwide aging population and its impact on nursing practice and healthcare delivery. Focus on the delivery of nursing care to the aging adult, incorporating health promotion, utilizing a holistic approach of balance of body, mind and spirit. Topics include the impact that changing technology has on the delivery of nursing care and the implications that this change has on the aging adult. Addresses issues such as the advanced directive, power of attorney, and technological interventions in healthcare. Attention given to the delivery of nursing care that empowers the aging adult to achieve maximum self-care in the technological-filled environment.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Care Coordination
NUR319
Exploration of the nurse's role related to the coordination of care for the healthcare client. Topics include quality and safety in healthcare, skills and resources for effective care coordination, health insurance, and the financial impact of care coordination. Discussion will include research and evidence-based practice related to care coordination as well as the varied roles within care coordination which include, but are not limited to, case managers, disease managers, utilizations managers, and care coordinators.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Adult Health Nursing II
NUR320
Exploration of intermediate-level medical-surgical nursing care of adult patients exhibiting complex health needs. Critical-thinking activities interspersed throughout the course, as well as a focus on research and evidence-based nursing interventions, provide the level of cognitive ability needed to function in the role of a baccalaureate-prepared nurse. Clinical experiences provide students with opportunities to apply theoretical concepts and to continue to develop organizational and time management nursing skills while providing care to a larger patient caseload with increasingly complex medical-surgical needs. Minimum of 180 clinical hours required.
7 Credits: 3 Lecture, 12 Clinical
Transition to the BSN Program
NUR321
Overview of Penn College resources and the online learning environment. Focus on the navigation of the Penn College portal, review of policies and procedures, review of the nursing program handbook, use of the College's learning management system, and discussion of effective techniques for online learning. Includes an overview of the American Psychological Association (APA) style including writing, formatting, and citing. Emphasis on academic and professional communication for nursing and definitions, examples, and explanations of plagiarism. Fall Only.
1 Credit: 1 Lecture
Obstetrical Nursing
NUR330
Exploration of nursing care of clients experiencing a normal or at-risk pregnancy through various methods of instruction. Utilization of critical-thinking skills while focusing on health promotion and management of risk factors in client care situations during the prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods. Incorporation of current nursing research and evidence-based nursing interventions provide the level of cognitive ability needed to function in the role of a baccalaureate-prepared nurse. Application of obstetrical concepts to occur in patient care settings and simulation. Minimum of 90 clinical hours required.
4 Credits: 2 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Prerequisites:
HTH303 and NUR233 and NUR306 and NUR353 and SPC101; or
HTH303 and NUR233 and NUR306 and NUR353 and SPC102; or
HTH303 and NUR233 and NUR306 and NUR353 and SPC201
Interprofessional Practice in Healthcare
NUR338
Exploration of interprofessional practice in providing high-quality healthcare to improve consumer outcomes. Emphasis on the diversity of roles and the unique importance of the RN role and interactions in the healthcare team. Independent practice experiences provide opportunities to explore interactions among various members of the interprofessional healthcare team. Examination of the impact that team members' expertise, diversity, individual differences, today's healthcare system, and the RN's role have on the team related to the delivery of care.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Pediatric Nursing
NUR340
Exploration of the nursing care of healthy children and adolescents, as well as those exhibiting common health problems. Concepts include those related to growth and development, as well as the physiology utilized to identify norms and deviations in the health status of children and adolescents. Age-appropriate communication skills, evidence-based nursing strategies, and critical-thinking skills for professional interaction with children of different ages in a variety of clinical settings are integrated into the classroom and clinical components. Minimum of 90 clinical hours required.
4 Credits: 2 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Prerequisites:
HTH303 and NUR233 and NUR306 and NUR353 and PSY203
Teaching & Learning Concepts & Strategies
NUR353
Introduction to a variety of teaching and learning concepts that apply to all learners. Special focus on the issues of teaching and learning in the client-centered environment. Techniques and strategies enhance the learning process for pediatric, obstetric, adult, and geriatric clients. Emphasis placed on using critical thinking skills to identify problems and develop practical solutions within the client-centered environment.
2 Credits: 2 Lecture
Pharmacology in Healthcare II
NUR362
Second of two sequenced pharmacology courses building on the foundational pharmacological knowledge developed in introductory course. Study of pharmacotherapeutics within a framework of health/body systems alterations. Examines selected drug categories and reviews representative drug prototypes for each category. Focuses on therapeutic effects, arrays of responses, and categories of interactions of these medications and relevant legal and ethical aspects of medication administration. Emphasis is placed on incorporating pharmacotherapeutics into nursing care across the health continuum and lifespan.
2 Credits: 2 Lecture
Health Promotion in Healthcare
NUR381
Introduction to concepts related to the encouragement of positive health changes among individuals, families, and communities. Health promotion addresses current healthcare issues, such as cost, life expectancy, health maintenance, and health improvement. Topics include: population changes, health policy and healthcare delivery systems, ethical issues, individual, family, and community health assessment, and health education strategies.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Community Health Nursing for the Practicing RN
NUR410
Examination of theoretical foundations of community nursing. Explores prevalent community health issues and emphasizes the crucial role of the nurse in delivering comprehensive care to individuals, families, and aggregates within the community setting. Examination of principles in preventive care and health promotion with a focus on empowering individuals and communities to achieve optimal health outcomes. Critical thinking abilities, cultural competence, and understanding of the social determinants of health that influence community, and global wellbeing. Key concepts include an in-depth analysis of culturally diverse populations and their unique health needs, exploration of global health issues and their impact on local communities, an introduction to epidemiology and its relevance in community health assessment, intervention, and planning, an overview of health policy and its implications for healthcare delivery in community settings, and an exploration of available community resources for promoting health and wellbeing. Community-based independent clinical practice experiences allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings and develop essential clinical skills. A minimum of 20 independent clinical practice hours are required.
4 Credits: 4 Lecture
Prerequisites:
NUR304
Evaluating Professional Nursing Practice
NUR414
Exploration of professional nursing practice to facilitate growth and development of the registered nurse (RN). Varied learning activities engage students in providing nursing care for patients across the lifespan and the continuum of care. Topics include civility in the workplace, professional integrity, and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) standards. Reflection of the RN’s current level of nursing practice and use of evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes are utilized to enhance professional practice. Independent clinical practice experiences include ten hours of direct and/or indirect care, such as clinical projects, interventions, or actions on behalf of patients, are designed collaboratively with the course instructor to provide opportunities to apply baccalaureate level professional nursing practice. Completion of part one of a three-part scholarly capstone requirement focuses on evaluating the RN’s current level of nursing practice and the use of evidence-based practice to improve healthcare outcomes.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
NUR410
Mental Health Nursing
NUR420
Opportunity to learn about psychosocial health problems, providing for the development of skills in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care of clients exhibiting psychosocial needs. Communication skills will be applied in establishing a therapeutic nurse-client relationship. Emphasis will be placed on identifying the client's coping responses and maximizing strengths to promote adaptation. Critical thinking skills will be applied in the process of planning and providing care for clients and their support persons. Current nursing research is examined as a basis for developing evidence-based nursing interventions utilizing current methodologies. Minimum of 90 clinical hours required.
4 Credits: 2 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Community Health Nursing
NUR428
Examination of the theoretical bases of community nursing, community health issues, and the role of nursing in providing care to individuals, families, and aggregates in the community. The role of preventive and health promotion teaching for individuals, families and aggregates in the community is addressed. A distinct emphasis on increasing cultural awareness and competency of future nurses as they prepare to address the needs of culturally diverse populations. Application of theory takes place through community-based clinical experiences. Issues related to epidemiology, health policy, community resources, and the nursing process as related to health promotion and disease prevention are addressed. Written and oral communication skills receive intensive emphasis. A minimum of 90 clinical hours required.
4 Credits: 2 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Adult Health Nursing III
NUR431
Exploration of high-acuity medical-surgical nursing care of adult clients exhibiting the most complex health needs, delivered through various methods. Critical-thinking activities interspersed throughout the course, as well as a focus on research and evidence-based nursing interventions to provide the level of cognitive ability needed to function in the role of a baccalaureate-prepared nurse. Clinical experiences provide students with opportunities to apply theoretical concepts in high-acuity, acute care settings. Minimum of 180 clinical hours required.
7 Credits: 3 Lecture, 12 Clinical
Leadership & Management in Nursing
NUR461
Introduction to leadership and management within the discipline of nursing. Explores knowledge and skills necessary for leading and managing in the context of nursing theory and evidence-based practice. Application and synthesis of material is reflected during various methods of instruction. Focus includes a team-based approach where students collaborate to identify problems in nursing care delivery and propose process improvement while evaluating its feasibility from the leadership perspective.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Leadership & Management for the Practicing RN
NUR466
Examination of concepts related to the role of leadership and management within the discipline of nursing. There are five independent clinical practice hours required that focus on leading and managing problem-solving processes to improve the delivery of nursing care. Consideration given to current resource utilization and interprofessional collaboration within the context of leadership theory and evidence-based practice. Topics include conflict management; ethical and legal principles; political influences on healthcare; and administrative responsibilities such as budgeting, accreditation, risk management, interfacing with healthcare administrators, and process improvement. Various opportunities to collaborate and evaluate concepts using current standards of professional nursing practice exist throughout the course. Completion of part three of a three-part scholarly capstone requirement focuses on leading and managing problem-solving processes to improve the delivery of nursing care.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
NUR493
Research & Theory for the Practicing RN
NUR493
Examination of the role of evidence-based practice and research in nursing. Concepts facilitate analysis and integration of educational and professional knowledge and experiences. Emphasis on recognition of the interrelationship of theory, research, and practice along with the process of accessing and critiquing scholarly literature to become an informed consumer of nursing research. Topics include research design, sampling methods, data collection and analysis, and evidence-based practice. Substantive writing assignments will be required throughout the course. Completion of part two of a three-part scholarly capstone requirement focuses on synthesizing knowledge related to nursing research and evidence-based practice. (Writing Enriched ) Spring Only.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Research & Theory in Clinical Practice
NUR494
End of program course examining the role of evidenced-based practice and research in nursing. Focuses on completion of a scholarly, capstone project that provides the opportunity to synthesize knowledge of evidenced-based practice and nursing research. Concepts facilitate the analysis and integration of educational and professional knowledge and experiences. Emphasis on recognition of the interrelationship of practice, theory, and research, along with the process of accessing and critiquing scholarly literature to become an informed consumer of nursing research. (Writing Enriched )
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Transition to the MSN Program
NUR500
Exploration of the graduate student nursing handbook and Penn College resources to ensure students have a positive online learning experience. Learning activities emphasize navigation of the learning management system, online library, and college support services, as well as review of end-of-program student learning outcomes, role-specific nursing competencies, APA style, and professional writing requirements for the graduate nursing program.
1 Credit: 1 Lecture
Corequisites:
NUR505
Theoretical Foundations of Advanced Nursing Practice
NUR505
Exploration of interdisciplinary theories to provide a framework for informing research, supporting change, and improving advanced nursing practice. Topics discussed include grand and mid-range nursing theories, management, leadership, education, and change theories to improve healthcare outcomes.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Corequisites:
NUR500
Professional Role Development for Advanced Nursing Practice
NUR515
Exploration of advanced nursing practice roles within current healthcare systems. Emphasis on preparing professional nurses to assume leadership roles within interprofessional teams and various healthcare settings to effectively implement change. Topics include leadership and management, inter-professional collaboration and teamwork, patient advocacy, civility, nurse-client relationships, professional standards of practice, and role delineation. Students will be required to spend eight hours shadowing a master’s prepared nurse in a healthcare facility of their choice.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Trends in Nursing & Health Care
NUR525
Exploration of historical, current, and emerging trends in nursing and healthcare and application of these trends to advance nursing practice. Topics include managing and negotiating healthcare delivery systems, policy development, healthcare legislative and regulatory processes, changes in technology and its impact on healthcare, managing healthcare costs, diversity and social issues, nursing staff and faculty shortages, and the effects of an aging population on healthcare, with a focus on health promotion and prevention to improve healthcare outcomes.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
NUR505
Nursing Research & Evidence-Based Practice
NUR535
Overview of research methodology, the research process, evidence-based practice in healthcare, and an exploration of the grant-writing process. Emphasis on the analysis and synthesis of existing nursing research to systematically develop, plan, and implement an evidence-based practice project.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
NUR505
Pathophysiology, Physical Assessment, & Pharmacology for Advanced Nursing Practice
NUR570
Integrative approach to the domains of physiology and pathophysiology, advanced physical assessment, and pharmacology related to prevalent disease
processes across the life span. This approach is designed to promote integration of these major concepts, so they are understood at an advanced
level and can be applied to advanced nursing practice.
6 Credits: 6 Lecture
Prerequisites:
NUR505
Educational Theory & Teaching Strategies
NUR605
Overview of various educational learning theories with an emphasis on adult learning principles. Review of active learning teaching strategies to promote student engagement and learning in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings. Topics include educational and adult learning theories, student-centered learning, simulation, distance learning, flipped classroom, gaming, classroom management, and civility. National League for Nursing (NLN) nurse educator core competencies are reviewed and discussed.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
NUR515
Assessment & Evaluation in Nursing Education
NUR615
Exploration and analysis of assessment and evaluation of student achievement of course and program learning outcomes. Topics covered include norm- and criterion-referenced testing; item writing and test development; assessment strategies for the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains; formative and summative evaluation strategies; reliability and validity standards for evaluation methods; and systematic program evaluation.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
NUR605
Clinical Practicum in Nursing Education
NUR625
Focus on the nurse educator role through educational theory, teaching strategies, assessment, and evaluation methods within various educational settings including the learning laboratory, simulation laboratory, and clinical setting. Emphasis on clear and effective communication skills and attention to diverse learner needs. Students will complete a total of 90 hours of hands-on clinical experience in the nurse educator role at an educational facility of their choice. Students will complete 42 hours in a learning laboratory, with a minimum of 12 hours dedicated to simulation, and 48 hours in a clinical setting. Students will be required to secure a master's prepared nurse preceptor to complete the clinical practicum learning experience.
3 Credits: 1 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Corequisites:
NUR615
Didactic Practicum in Nursing Education
NUR630
Focus on the nurse educator role through educational theory, teaching strategies, assessment, and evaluation methods in the classroom setting. Emphasis on clear and effective communication skills and attention to diverse learner needs. Students will complete a total of 90 hours of hands-on didactic experience in the nurse educator role at an educational facility of their choice. Students will be required to secure a master's prepared nurse preceptor to complete the didactic practicum learning experience.
3 Credits: 1 Lecture, 6 Clinical
Curriculum Development in Nursing Education
NUR635
Examination of the curriculum development process as it relates to nursing education. Emphasis on the conceptual framework as the foundation for curriculum design and development. Focus on curricular mapping, development of program and course outcomes, learning activities, and evaluation methodologies. Introduction to course abstract and syllabus development. Exploration of State Board of Nursing approval and national accreditation processes.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
NUR605