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NRSG 668 - Women’s Health Therapeutics and Management Across the Lifespan
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of women’s reproductive, acute, episodic, and chronic health problems for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic, and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current care guidelines. A clinical practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of women’s reproductive, acute, episodic, and chronic health problems in primary care across the lifespan. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the second section of NRSG 665 with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All Core courses, or MSN degree and NRSG 627 . GR
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NRSG 669 - Children’s Health Therapeutics and Management
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of children’s acute, episodic, developmental, and chronic health problems for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current care guidelines. A clinical practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of children’s acute, episodic, developmental, and chronic health problems in primary care. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the third section of NRSG 665 with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All Core courses, or MSN degree and NRSG 627 . GR
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NRSG 670 - Chronic Adult and Geriatric Therapeutics and Management
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of chronic health problems for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current care guidelines. A clinical practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of common chronic health problems in the primary care of adults and geriatric patients. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the fourth section of NRSG 665 with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All Core courses, or MSN degree and NRSG 627 . GR
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NRSG 671 - Complex Adult and Geriatric Therapeutics and Management
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of common complex health issues of adults and geriatrics for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current evidence-based guidelines. A practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of common complex health problems in the family primary care of adult and geriatric patients. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with an approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the fifth section of NRSG 665 with an approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 667 , NRSG 670 . GR
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NRSG 672 - Complex Children’s and Women’s Health Therapeutics and Management
2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of common complex health issues in women and children for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current evidence-based guidelines. A practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of common complex health issues in the family primary care of children and women patients. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with an approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the sixth section of NRSG 665 with an approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 668 , NRSG 669 . GR
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NRSG 673 - Advanced Pathophysiology I
2 hours
Advanced Pathophysiology I is the first course of two, focusing on advanced pathophysiology. This is the start of a three-part series which provides the scientific foundation for advanced nursing. This course focuses on the etiology, manifestations, and consequences of human pathological processes across the lifespan via an in-depth examination of genetics, risk, prevention, pathogenesis, morphology, and health impact. Case studies explore clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluation, and the process of team collaborative decision making in recognizing the appropriate treatment in primary care. GR
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NRSG 674 - Advanced Pathophysiology II
2 hours
Advanced Pathophysiology II is the second course of two, focusing on advanced pathophysiology. This is the start of a three-part series which provides the scientific foundation for advanced nursing. This course focuses on the etiology, manifestations, and consequences of human pathological processes across the lifespan via an in-depth examination of genetics, risk, prevention, pathogenesis, morphology, and health impact. Case studies explore clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluation, and the process of team collaborative decision making in recognizing the appropriate treatment in primary care. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 673 . GR
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NRSG 675 - Advanced Pharmacology I
2 hours
This course integrates the knowledge of pathophysiology with the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, therapeutics, physiological considerations, adverse reactions, contraindications, interactions, compliance concerns, and other issues that pertain to the use of pharmacological interventions in advanced nursing. Case studies explore the process for selecting effective, safe, and cost-efficient pharmacologic or integrative regimens in primary care. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 674 . GR
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NRSG 676 - Advanced Pharmacology II
2 hours
This course integrates the knowledge of pathophysiology with the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, therapeutics, physiological considerations, adverse reactions, contraindications, interactions, compliance concerns, and other issues that pertain to the use of pharmacological interventions in advanced nursing. Case studies explore the process for selecting effective, safe, and cost-efficient pharmacologic or integrative regimens in primary care. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 675 . GR
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NRSG 677 - Advanced Health Assessment I
2 hours
This course builds on pathophysiological and pharmacological principles, and expands knowledge and skills of physical examination and psychosocial, spiritual, risk, and functional assessment for advanced nursing. A systematic process for health screening, diagnostic reasoning, and the triangulation of laboratory, radiographic, and other data in the identification of health problems are included. Case studies explore the process and documentation of health assessment in primary care. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 674 , NRSG 675 . GR
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NRSG 678 - Advanced Health Assessment II
2 hours
This course builds on pathophysiological and pharmacological principles, and expands knowledge and skills of physical examination and psychosocial, spiritual, risk, and functional assessment for advanced nursing. A systematic process for health screening, diagnostic reasoning, and the triangulation of laboratory, radiographic, and other data in the identification of health problems are included. Case studies explore the process and documentation of health assessment in primary care. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 677 . GR
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NRSG 679 - Evidence-Based Practice and Project Proposal Development I
2 hours
This course provides an opportunity to examine the foundation for best practice, evidence-based nursing practice. An overview of qualitative and quantitative methodology, analysis of literature, research process, and data analysis will be presented. Strategies for devising research are explored and applied through an evidence-based practice (EBP) research proposal. GR
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NRSG 680 - Evidence-Based Practice and Project Proposal Development II
2 hours
This course provides an opportunity to examine the foundation for best practice, evidence-based nursing practice. An overview of qualitative and quantitative methodology, analysis of literature, research process, and data analysis will be presented. Strategies for devising research are explored and applied through an evidence-based practice (EBP) research proposal. Prerequisite(s): NRSG 679 . GR
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NRSG 685 - FNP Immersion Experience
1 hour
This course is organized to offer a hands-on experience for FNP students to acquire new knowledge on medically managing chief complaints and practice advanced nursing skills commonly encountered among patients across the life span in primary-care health care settings. The purpose is to create a safe environment that introduces the FNP student to their approaching practicum experience while engaging with their classmates. The immersion week will focus on evidenced-based experiential learning that will ensure high-quality patient outcomes under the supervision of the NP faculty members. There will be an emphasis on the transition into the FNP role as an ethical leader and the impact that the student has on the organization as a whole. The immersion experience should take place during, or as close as possible to, the first didactic and congruent practicum course. FNP students will receive credit for 45-direct practicum hours applied toward their 120-practicum hours in the first practicum course (or the one closest to when the elective is taken). Prerequisite(s): NRSG 627 and NRSG 677 . Corequisite(s): NRSG 678 . GR
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NUR 202 - Introduction to Professional Nursing
2 hours
In this course the dynamic health care delivery system is explored in relationship to the practice of nursing. The nursing process will be introduced as a framework for decision making. Medical terminology is introduced as the basis for health care communication. Test-taking skills and study habits are reinforced. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. CS
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NUR 206 - Health Assessment
3 hours
This course will build on the knowledge attained in the foundational science courses with emphasis on the well individual. Content includes assessment of major body systems of the adult. Time will be spent perfecting assessment skills. The course will culminate with the student performing a complete history and physical. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. Corequisite(s): NUR 207 , NUR 226 . CS
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NUR 207 - Fundamentals of Nursing
6 hours
Foundational nursing knowledge and interventions are introduced within the interactive online environment, practiced in the skills lab, and utilized in the clinical setting. The nursing process and its application to a plan of care will be initiated. Health assessment skills will be utilized in combination with beginning nursing skills in the practicum setting. Basic nursing concepts and skills will be expanded upon and refined throughout the course. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. Corequisite(s): NUR 206 , NUR 226 . CS
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NUR 226 - Pharmacology for Nurses I
2 hours
This course provides a foundation of pharmacological concepts and principles for the beginning nursing student. Topics to be discussed include principles of drug actions and interactions, drug categories and the prototype of each, and drug considerations through the life span. The nursing process is utilized as students learn to assess, implement, and evaluate pharmacotherapeutics. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. Corequisite(s): NUR 206 , NUR 207 . CS
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NUR 327 - Pharmacology for Nurses II
2 hours
This course continues to provide a foundation of pharmacological concepts and principles for the beginning nursing student. Topics to be discussed include principles of drug actions and interactions, drug categories and the prototype of each, and drug considerations through the life span. The nursing process is utilized as students learn to assess, implement, and evaluate pharmacotherapeutics. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 1 courses. Corequisite(s): NUR 349 . CS
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NUR 335 - Community Health and Population-Focused Care
2 hours
Focus of this course is the theoretical foundation of the nurse’s role in the health and well-being at a local, state, and national level. Health promotion, health prevention, and health maintenance are assessed and evaluated in relation to sociopolitical forces and the health care delivery system. The effects of the environment on health are analyzed, and modification of risk factor in aggregates is explored, along with principles of epidemiology. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 3 courses. CS
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NUR 340 - Transcultural Family Nursing
3 hours
Focuses on developing insights into the diverse cultural venue. An emphasis is on transcultural nursing and its contribution to holistic healthcare. Theories related to both the family and transcultural nursing will be explored. The assessment element of the nursing process is discussed in relation to the nurses’ role to provide culturally competent care. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. CS
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NUR 342 - Mental Health Nursing
4 hours
This course presents the theoretical and clinical foundation of ethical and professional nursing care to individuals and small groups experiencing acute and chronic behavioral problems. The needs of individuals with mental illness as they impact the family and the community will be discussed. Students will apply the principles of therapeutic communication and the nursing process in this diverse setting. Selected therapeutic groups will be observed and group/individual assignments completed. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 1 courses. CS
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NUR 349 - Adult Health Nursing I
6 hours
The theoretical foundation of holistic nursing care for adults with acute and chronic illnesses and the application of that theory are the focus of this medical-surgical course. Clinical judgment and skills are developed by refining the nursing analysis of the patient’s history and symptom severity, establishing rationales and priorities for nursing and collaborative interventions, and evaluating the patient response to various treatment modalities. A variety of clinical areas and simulated clinical case scenarios provide the students with a diverse patient population in order to highlight evidence-based interventions. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 1 courses. CS
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NUR 378 - Childbearing Family Health
4 hours
The theoretical foundation of nursing care for the childbearing family during pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal periods is the focus of this course. Women’s health issues and genetic considerations are addressed as they relate to the childbearing family. Community resources appropriate for the childbearing family are explored. Nursing research, cultural, sociopolitical, and legal aspects applicable to the childbearing family are studied. ANA and AWHONN standards are addressed. Students will spend time in the clinical setting observing and providing care for the childbearing family. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 2 courses. CS
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NUR 388 - Gerontology and Palliative Care
2 hours
This course focuses on the provision of holistic nursing care to the older adult. Students will explore the role of the professional nurse in the assessment of the older adults’ physical, psychological, and spiritual needs. Theories of aging, as they relate to the promotion of health and wellness, chronic illness, palliative and end-of-life care will also be discussed. Additional content will include the legal, ethical, social, and cultural concerns of aging. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. CS
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NUR 415 - Child Health Nursing
4 hours
Provides a theoretical and clinical practice foundation for nursing care of children and adolescents. An emphasis is placed on evidence- based practice and family-centered atraumatic nursing care for the child. Health and wellness as related to the developmental levels is explored. Students will apply the theoretical knowledge and clinical skills in the care of both acute and chronically ill children and adolescents. Clinical reasoning is emphasized in this course as well as patient safety and quality improvement. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 2 courses. CS
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NUR 439 - Adult Health Nursing II
6 hours
The theoretical foundation of holistic nursing care for adults with acute and chronic illnesses and the application of that theory are the focus of this medical-surgical course. Clinical judgment and skills continue to improve by refining the nursing analysis of the patient’s history and symptom severity, establishing rationales and priorities for nursing and collaborative interventions, and evaluating the patient response to various treatment modalities. A variety of clinical areas and simulated clinical case scenarios provide the students with a diverse patient population in order to highlight evidence-based interventions. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 2 courses. CS
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NUR 449 - Adult Health Nursing III
4 hours
The theoretical foundation of holistic nursing care for adults with acute and complex multi-system dysfunction and the application of that theory are the focus of this advanced medical-surgical course. Clinical judgment and skills are synthesized by further refining the nursing analysis of the patient’s history and symptom severity, establishing rationales and priorities for nursing and collaborative interventions, and evaluating the patient response to various treatment modalities. A variety of simulated clinical case scenarios expose the students to patients experiencing end-of-life symptom severity, co-morbidities, and complications in order to highlight evidence-based interventions. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 3 courses. Corequisite(s): NUR 478 . CS
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NUR 450 - The Global Community
2 hours
This course presents the role of the nurse in preserving and promoting health in diverse global communities. Students will discuss health promotion, health prevention, and health maintenance of the global communities. Populations are assessed and evaluated in relation to health care access, sociopolitical, and socioeconomic, forces. The effects of the global environment on health are analyzed and modification of risk factors in aggregates is explored, along with principles of epidemiology. Students will apply theory during a practicum/project experience. Prerequisite(s): NUR 335 . CS
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NUR 456 - Leadership and Trends in Nursing
3 hours
This course will cover the concepts of management: delegation, scheduling, budgeting, conflict management and interprofessional communication. The perception of appropriate ‘following’ behaviors as preparation for management responsibilities is examined. The understanding of a nurse’s role as patient advocate in ethical dilemmas will be investigated. Current healthcare issues focused on the profession of nursing will be analyzed. This course will also prepare the student to assume a beginning nursing leadership and management role with a focus on interactions with health care team members. Theories, organizational behavior theories, and leadership styles that are relevant to the practice of nursing management are analyzed. The application of leadership skills enhances students’ skills in maintaining best practices and standards of care. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 2 courses. CS
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NUR 466 - Nursing Research
3 hours
This course focuses on the research process. Students will discuss the ethical, moral, legal, and professional concerns pertinent to the research process. Emphasis is on the importance of life-long learning as a foundation for evidence-based nursing practice and research utilization. Students will critique selected research articles. Each student will identify a research problem and develop an individual research proposal. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 1 courses. CS
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NUR 478 - Synthesis and Capstone in Nursing
5 hours
This capstone practicum course places the student with an experienced RN Preceptor who helps the student with their continued development of patient analysis, professional team communication, documentation, clinical judgment & critical thinking, prioritizing, and delegating. Students complete 225 capstone hours and attend simulations and/or workshops, which provide an opportunity for a shared debriefing of clinical experiences. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors in all interactions. An emphasis upon professional role development and providing comprehensive care for a patient group is made in final preparation for entry into professional nursing. A program-end Health Education Systems Incorporated (HESI) review course assists with final preparation for the NCLEX as entry into practice. Successful completion of the HESI predictor test is required to complete this course. See nursing handbook for full policy. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level 3 courses. Corequisite(s): NUR 449 . CS
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NURS 202 - Introduction to Professional Nursing
2 hours
In this course the dynamic health care delivery system is explored in relationship to the practice of nursing. The nursing process will be introduced as a framework for decision making. Medical terminology is reinforced as the basis for health care communication. Test-taking skills and study habits are reinforced. Demonstration of math competency will be required in the course. Application may be made at the end of this course for formal admission into the upper division nursing courses Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101 /CHEM 103 , BIOL 211 , BIOL 246 , and BIOL 247 . Prereq/Corequisite(s): Pre/ENGL 210 . HESI-A2 and GPA of 2.75 must be achieved to enroll in the course. UG
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NURS 205 - Fundamentals of Nursing I
4 hours
Foundational nursing knowledge and interventions are introduced in the classroom. Time will be spent in the Virtual Learning Center perfecting and demonstrating fundamental skills. Health assessment skills will be utilized in combination with beginning nursing skills and care planning in the clinical setting. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 356 , NURS 202 , and PSYC 200 and admission to nursing program. Corequisite(s): BIOL 330 , NURS 206 . UG
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NURS 206 - Health Assessment
3 hours
This course will build on the knowledge attained in the foundational science courses with emphasis on the well individual. Content includes assessment of major body systems of the adult. Time will be spent perfecting assessment skills. The course will culminate with the student performing a complete history and physical. Prerequisite(s): NURS 202 and admission to nursing program. Corequisite(s): NURS 205 . UG
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NURS 226 - Pharmacology for Nurses I
2 hours
This course provides a foundation of pharmacological concepts and principles for the beginning nursing student. Topics to be discussed include principles of drug actions and interactions, drug categories and the prototype of each, and drug considerations through the life span. The nursing process is utilized as students learn to assess, implement, and evaluate pharmacotherapeutics. Prerequisite(s): NURS 202 and admission to nursing program. Corequisite(s): NURS 205 and NURS 206 . UG
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NURS 315 - Fundamentals of Nursing II
4 hours
This course will build on the content presented in Fundamentals of Nursing I. Clinical skills are expanded and refined in the Virtual Learning Center along with an off-campus clinical site. Care plans will be developed for selected individuals utilizing beginning clinical judgment and the nursing process. Prerequisite(s): NURS 205 , NURS 206 , NURS 226 , BIOL 330 and FACS 126 . UG
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NURS 327 - Pharmacology for Nurses II
2 hours
This course continues to provide a foundation of pharmacological concepts and principles for the beginning nursing student. Topics to be discussed include principles of drug actions and interactions, drug categories and the prototype of each, and drug considerations through the life span. The nursing process is utilized as students learn to assess, implement, and evaluate pharmacotherapeutics.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 205 , NURS 206 , NURS 226 , BIOL 330 and FACS 126 . Corequisite(s): NURS 315 . UG
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NURS 335 - Community Health and Population-Focused Care
2 hours
Focus of this course is the theoretical foundation of the nurse’s role in the health and well-being at a local, state, and national level. Health promotion, health prevention, and health maintenance are assessed and evaluated in relation to sociopolitical forces and the health care delivery system. The effects of the environment on health are analyzed, and modification of risk factor in aggregates is explored, along with principles of epidemiology. Prerequisite(s): NURS 315 , NURS 327 , NURS 340 , NURS 342 , NURS 388 , FACS 126 , SOCY 120 , COMM 105 , MATH 120 . Corequisite(s): NURS 466 . UG
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NURS 340 - Transcultural Family Nursing
3 hours
Focuses on developing insights into the diverse cultural venue. An emphasis is on transcultural nursing and its contribution to holistic healthcare. Theories related to both the family and transcultural nursing will be explored. The assessment element of the nursing process is discussed in relation to the nurse’s role to provide culturally competent care. Prerequisite(s): acceptance into the nursing program and COMM 105 , SOCY 120 . UG
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NURS 342 - Mental Health Nursing
4 hours
This course presents the theoretical and clinical foundation of ethical and professional nursing care to individuals and small groups experiencing acute and chronic behavioral problems. The needs of individuals with mental illness as they impact the family and the community will be discussed. Students will apply the principles of therapeutic communication and the nursing process in this diverse setting. Selected therapeutic groups will be observed and group/individual assignments completed. Prerequisite(s): NURS 205 , NURS 206 , NURS 226 , BIOL 330 and FACS 126 . UG
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NURS 349 - Adult Health Nursing I
5 hours
The theoretical foundation of holistic nursing care for adults with acute and chronic illnesses and the application of that theory are the focus of this medical-surgical course. Clinical judgment and skills are developed by refining the nursing analysis of the patient’s history and symptom severity, establishing rationales and priorities for nursing and collaborative interventions, and evaluating the patient response to various treatment modalities. A variety of clinical areas and simulated clinical case scenarios provide the students with a diverse patient population in order to highlight evidence-based interventions. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors. Prerequisite(s): NURS 315 , NURS 327 , NURS 340 , NURS 342 , NURS 388 , FACS 126 , SOCY 120 . UG
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NURS 378 - Childbearing Family Health
4 hours
The theoretical foundation of nursing care for the childbearing family during pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal periods is the focus of this course. Women’s health issues and genetic considerations are addressed as they relate to the childbearing family. Community resources appropriate for the childbearing family are explored. Nursing research, cultural, sociopolitical, and legal aspects applicable to the childbearing family are studied. ANA and AWHONN standards are addressed. Students will spend time in the clinical setting observing and providing care for the childbearing family. Prerequisite(s): NURS 315 , NURS 327 , NURS 340 , NURS 342 , NURS 388 , FACS 126 , SOCY 120 . UG
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NURS 388 - Gerontology and Palliative Care
2 hours
This course focuses on the provision of holistic nursing care to the older adult. Students will explore the role of the professional nurse in the assessment of the older adult’s physical, psychological, and spiritual needs. Theories of aging, as they relate to the promotion of health and wellness, chronic illness, palliative and end-of-life care will also be discussed. Additional content will include the legal, ethical, social, and cultural concerns of aging. Prerequisite(s): NURS 205 , NURS 206 , NURS 226 . UG
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NURS 415 - Child Health Nursing
4 hours
Provides a theoretical and clinical practice foundation for nursing care of children and adolescents. An emphasis is placed on evidence- based practice and family-centered atraumatic nursing care for the child. Health and wellness as related to the developmental levels is explored. Students will apply the theoretical knowledge and clinical skills in the care of both acute and chronically ill children and adolescents. Clinical reasoning is emphasized in this course as well as patient safety and quality improvement. Prerequisite(s): NURS 315 , NURS 327 , NURS 340 , NURS 342 , NURS 349 , NURS 378 , NURS 388 , NURS 466 . Corequisite(s): NURS 439 . UG
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NURS 439 - Adult Health Nursing II
5 hours
The theoretical foundation of holistic nursing care for adults with acute and chronic illnesses and the application of that theory are the focus of this medical-surgical course. Clinical judgment and skills continue to improve by refining the nursing analysis of the patient’s history and symptom severity, establishing rationales and priorities for nursing and collaborative interventions, and evaluating the patient response to various treatment modalities. A variety of clinical areas and simulated clinical case scenarios provide the students with a diverse patient population in order to highlight evidence-based interventions. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors. Prerequisite(s): NUR 335 , NUR 349 , NURS 466 . UG
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NURS 449 - Adult Health Nursing III
4 hours
The theoretical foundation of holistic nursing care for adults with acute and complex multi-system dysfunction and the application of that theory are the focus of this advanced medical-surgical course. Clinical judgment and skills are synthesized by further refining the nursing analysis of the patient’s history and symptom severity, establishing rationales and priorities for nursing and collaborative interventions, and evaluating the patient response to various treatment modalities. A variety of simulated clinical case scenarios expose the students to patients experiencing end-of-life symptom severity, co-morbidities, and complications in order to highlight evidence-based interventions. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors. Prerequisite(s): NURS 378 , NURS 415 , NURS 439 , NURS 450 . Corequisite(s): NURS 456 . UG
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NURS 450 - The Global Community
2 hours
This course presents the role of the nurse in preserving and promoting health in diverse global communities. Students will discuss health promotion, health prevention, and health maintenance of the global communities. Populations are assessed and evaluated in relation to health care access, sociopolitical, and socioeconomic forces. The effects of the global environment on health are analyzed and modification of risk factors in aggregates is explored, along with principles of epidemiology. Students will apply theory during a practicum/project experience. Prerequisite(s): NURS 315 , NURS 327 , NURS 335 , NURS 340 , NURS 342 , NURS 378 , NURS 388 , NURS 466 , FACS 126 , SOCY 120 , COMM 105 , MATH 120 . Corequisite(s): second required intercultural course. UG
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NURS 456 - Leadership and Trends in Nursing
3 hours
This course will cover the concepts of management: delegation, scheduling, budgeting, conflict management and interprofessional communication. The perception of appropriate ‘following’ behaviors as preparation for management responsibilities is examined. The understanding of a nurse’s role as patient advocate in ethical dilemmas will be investigated. Current healthcare issues focused on the profession of nursing will be analyzed. This course will also prepare the student to assume a beginning nursing leadership and management role with a focus on interactions with health care team members. Theories, organizational behavior theories, and leadership styles that are relevant to the practice of nursing management are analyzed. The application of leadership skills enhances students’ skills in maintaining best practices and standards of care. Prerequisite(s): NURS 335 , NURS 349 , NURS 415 , NURS 439 . Corequisite(s): NURS 449 , NURS 478 . UG
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NURS 466 - Nursing Research
3 hours
This course focuses on the research process. Students will discuss the ethical, moral, legal, and professional concerns pertinent to the research process. Emphasis is on the importance of life-long learning as a foundation for evidence-based nursing practice and research utilization. Students will critique selected research articles. Each student will identify a research problem and develop an individual research proposal. Prerequisite(s): NURS 315 , NURS 327 , NURS 340 , NURS 342 , NURS 388 , FACS 126 , MATH 120 , SOCY 120 . UG
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NURS 470 - Self-Care
1 hour
The focus of this course is to strengthen the understanding of Self-Care through heavy application of evidence-based self-care practices. Emphasis is placed on the concept of Compassion Satisfaction. The study of learning explores a variety of Self-Care concepts including: Compassion Satisfaction, Compassion Fatigue, Burnout and Secondary Traumatic Stress. Application of evidence-based self-care tools are incorporated throughout the course. Prerequisite(s): All Level I & II courses: NURS 315 , NURS 327 , NURS 340 , NURS 342 , NURS 388 , FACS 126 , and SOCY 120 . UG
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NURS 478 - Synthesis and Capstone in Nursing
5 hours
This capstone practicum course places the student with an experienced RN Preceptor who helps the student with their continued development of patient analysis, professional team communication, documentation, clinical judgment and critical thinking, prioritizing, and delegating. Students complete 225 capstone hours and attend simulations and/or workshops, which provide an opportunity for a shared debriefing of clinical experiences. Students are expected to exhibit ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional behaviors in all interactions. An emphasis upon professional role development and providing comprehensive care for a patient group is made in final preparation for entry into professional nursing. A program-end Health Education Systems Incorporated (HESI) review course assists with final preparation for the NCLEX as entry into practice. Successful completion of the HESI predictor test is required to complete this course. See nursing handbook for full policy. Prerequisite(s): NURS 415 , NURS 439 . Corequisite(s): NURS 449 , NURS 456 . UG
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NURS 479 - Introduction to Healthcare Lean Process Improvements
2 hours
A course designed to give you practical knowledge about the application and implementation of Lean continuous improvement methodology in the healthcare setting. Along with your Lean Facilitator, you will work on a project with a Lean Team at Riverside Medical Center where you will be able to apply Lean methodology to make improvements in an actual healthcare setting.
Students will be able to understand the fundamental principles of Lean, learn what it looks and feels like, and learn about Lean Healthcare tools and how to apply them in real life healthcare situations. They will learn about the history of Lean and how it is used to improve quality, safety, patient, physician and employee satisfaction, productivity and reduce costs. Students will learn why eliminating waste and having respect for people are equally important. Prerequisite(s): All Level IV courses and acceptance through application and interview. Corequisite(s): NURS 449 and NURS 478 . UG
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NURS 499 - Topics in Nursing
1-3 hours
Provides opportunity for individual attention to selected topics of interest in the field of nursing, or to expand on topics covered in other nursing courses. This course will provide flexibility and allow responsiveness to the dynamic and rapidly changing field of nursing. Hours to be arranged. Prerequisite(s): all Level II nursing courses and approval of the Department Chair. UG
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PAST 600 - Theology and Ministry
3 hours
The purpose of this course is to understand the significance of theologically formed patterns of ministry and pastoral leadership, and to develop theologically reflected models for ministry. Special attention will be given to the issues of ecclesiology as they relate to theological leadership. GR
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PAST 610 - Christian Leadership
3 hours
A focused learning conversation among friends exploring the spiritual foundations, the primary influences, the relational context, current literature and authorities of the theory of leadership, and the priority principles and best practices of effective Christ-like leadership. Class members will apply this holistic view of leadership to the context of ministry in which they currently serve or may serve in the future. GR
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PAST 620 - Life Management and Personal Renewal
3 hours
Explores the significance of spiritual development and personal renewal in the life of a leader, with attention to practice and implementation as well as strategies for modeling and teaching healthy patterns as leaders. GR
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PAST 630 - Pastoral Leader as Prophet
3 hours
Explores the central content of the Christian message, especially as a theological vision of soteriology/holiness and the role of the pastoral leader as the primary theologian for a local congregation. GR
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PAST 640 - Preaching and Worship as Pastoral Leadership
3 hours
Consideration of the critical roles of the pastoral leader as primary preacher and worship leader. Attention will focus on the critical interaction between theology in practice and confession and how it is formed in practices of worship. GR
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PAST 650 - The Teaching Church
3 hours
A comprehensive approach to developing the local church as a teaching community. Attention will focus on assessment and planning of effective and holistic teaching processes. GR
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PAST 660 - Pastoral Leader as Priest
3 hours
Examines the critical role of the pastoral leader in defining the shape, or patterns, of the Christian life. This includes consideration of the proper biblical understanding of the Christian life, the Pastor as model/mentor, and the church as a community of formation. GR
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PAST 670 - The Church as a Community of Formation
3 hours
Explores the dynamics of the church as a community which forms by the patterns and practices it cultivates and encourages. Attention is given to identifying the characteristics of Christian life and character that can and should be encouraged and formed by the life of the community. GR
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PAST 680 - The Church in the World
3 hours
Focus on the intersection of the church (as a Kingdom community) and the world. Examination of the competing value systems and formation of an approach to developing a church that effects transformation in its community and world. GR
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PAST 690 - Pastoral Leader as King
3 hours
This course will consider the role of the pastoral leader as an organizational leader. Attention will be given to Kingdom values which should be embodied in the organizational structures of the local church and development of an approach to effecting those values in the local church. GR
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PAST 700 - Visionary Leadership
3 hours
The task of pastoral leadership to effectively communicate and perpetuate a vision of Kingdom community is the focus. Study includes identification of core values and definition of mission, as well as strategies for effectively casting vision for a local church. GR
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PAST 710 - Development of a Ministry Plan
3 hours
An application project integrating the coursework and ideas of the program of study into a specific and comprehensive plan for congregational leadership and development. GR
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PHIL 201 - Introduction to Philosophy
3 hours
A survey of traditional topics and systems of philosophy. UG
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PHIL 301 - Logic
3 hours
An analysis of the logical use of language. The emphasis is placed upon integrity, clarity, and precision in argument. UG
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PHIL 320 - Epistemology
3 hours
An examination of prominent theories of knowledge and belief, both historical and contemporary. In addition, principles derived from the theories will be used to compare and contrast the epistemologies of science and religion. Prerequisite(s): PHIL 201 . UG
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PHIL 325 - World Religions
3 hours
A study of the religions of the world. The course may survey the major religions or discuss selected ones. UG
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PHIL 330 - Introduction to Christian Ethics
3 hours
Students will be introduced to Christian ethics from its theological and philosophical perspectives. Special attention will be given to the elements of Christian moral deliberation and to the application of Christian ethics to contemporary issues. UG
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PHIL 351 - Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
3 hours
An historical survey of the principal ideas of ancient and medieval philosophers. Prerequisite(s): PHIL 201 . UG
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PHIL 352 - Modern Philosophy
3 hours
An historical survey of the major philosophers and philosophical movements ranging from the Enlightenment through the twentieth century. Prerequisite(s): PHIL 201 . UG
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PHIL 422 - History of Political Philosophy
3 hours
Same as PSCI 422 . Prerequisite(s): PHIL 201 . UG
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PHIL 430 - Augustine
3 hours
Same as THEO 430 . UG
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PHIL 444 - Islamic Studies
3 hours
Islamic Studies engages in the study of Islam as a textual tradition and practiced faith inscribes in history and particular cultural contexts. Provides an introduction to the origin and history of the Islamic movement. Special focus given to Muhammad, the Qur’an as revelation, the contemporary practice of the Islamic faith, Islam and power, contemporary manifestations of Islam, and Islam’s relationship to Christianity and the West. UG
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PHIL 451 - Philosophy of Religion
3 hours
An inquiry into the nature of religious phenomena, the philosophical significance of the idea and reality of God, the relationship of faith to reason, and the meaning of religious language through readings in and discussions of the writings of philosophers who have made unusually important contributions to the field. Prerequisite(s): PHIL 201 or permission of the instructor. UG
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PHIL 460 - Postmodern Philosophy
3 hours
An inquiry into the principle ideas of Postmodern Philosophy. Same as PSCI 460 . UG
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PHIL 489 - Individual Reading and Research in Philosophy
1-4 hours
Independent reading and research on a topic agreed upon by the instructor and of special interest to the student. Normally, such study involves a set of short papers and/or culminates in a research paper of substantial length. UG
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PHIL 499 - Topics in Philosophy
1-4 hours
A specialized analysis of a traditional topic, a philosopher, or a movement or problem involving individualized research and philosophical dialogue. Prerequisite(s): PHIL 201 . UG
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PED 500 - First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
3 hours
The course consists of teaching and demonstrating vital and practical applications and necessary steps in administering emergency first aid care to an injured person, including the issues related to bleeding, shock, splinting, bandaging, and CPR methodology. Appropriate certification may be achieved upon satisfactory completion of this course. GR
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PHED 121 - Conditioning
1 hour
Designed for students to plan and carry out their own personal fitness programs in the ONU fitness center. Emphasis on cardiovascular and resistance/strength training. UG
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PHED 123 - Conditioning for Varsity Athletes
1/2 hour
A credit of ½ hour is earned by intercollegiate varsity sport participants at the completion of their sport season. A maximum of two hours may be earned. UG
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PHED 126 - Nutrition, Health, and Fitness
3 hours
Same as FACS 126 . UG
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PHED 169 - Survey of Anatomy and Physiology
4 hours
Same as BIOL 169 . UG
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PHED 190 - Wellness
2 hours
This course combines lecture, discussion, and experimental activities that assist students in their understanding and development of a healthy lifestyle. Emphasis is placed on the components and behaviors that promote lifelong, positive outcomes in the five dimensions of wellness: physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual. UG
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PHED 191 - Applied Fitness
1 hour
The course emphasizes the physical activity component of personal health and the connection that physical activity has to disease prevention. Focus will be on the development of personal health, self-assessment of fitness levels, goal setting, and the creation of a fitness plan. UG
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PHED 210 - Teaching Rhythms and Aerobics
1 hour
Techniques and procedures for teaching secondary level rhythmic activities and aerobics. For department majors and minors only. UG
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PHED 211 - Teaching Basic Aquatic Skills
1 hour
Progression levels of stroke readiness, stroke development, stroke proficiency for the following aquatic primary skills: backstroke, elementary backstroke, side stroke, breast stroke, butterfly and free style will be taught. Procedures for proper safety precautions for in the water and on the deck will be emphasized. For department majors and minors only. UG
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PHED 219 - Theory of Coaching
2 hours
A study and discussion into team organization, team selection, training, game preparation, travel budget, and coaches’ decorum. Special emphasis will include the game in a Christian perspective and establishing a personal coaching philosophy. UG
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PHED 221 - Coaching Basketball
2 hours
An intensive study of the rules and problems relative to the development of successful offensive and defensive play. For department majors and minors only. UG
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PHED 222 - Coaching Track and Field
2 hours
The study and practice of the various coaching techniques in track skills, methods of training and conditioning, and the methods of administering track meets. For department majors and minors only. UG
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PHED 223 - Coaching Baseball/Softball
2 hours
This course combines the rules and coaching techniques of baseball and softball. For department majors and minors only. UG
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PHED 224 - Coaching Football
2 hours
A study of rules, coaching techniques, and problems relative to the development of successful offensive and defensive play. For department majors and minors only. UG
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PHED 227 - Team Sports Officiating
2 hours
A study of techniques, team play, rules, and rule interpretation with emphasis on proper mechanics and judgment in officiating. Practical experience obtained. For department majors and minors only. UG
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PHED 228 - Coaching Weight Training
2 hours
This course provides a general understanding of the administration process of a weight training program, of strength training principles, and a practical knowledge of how to perform and teach the major exercises of weight training. For department majors and minors only. UG
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PHED 231 - Coaching Volleyball
2 hours
This course provides the student with an understanding of the fundamental skills, strategies, and rules of volleyball. Also covered are practice planning, conditioning, and team selection. For department majors and minors only. UG
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PHED 232 - Coaching Soccer
2 hours
This course provides the student with an understanding of the fundamental skills, strategies, and rules of soccer. Also covered are practice planning, conditioning, and team selection. UG
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PHED 233 - Coaching Swimming
2 hours
This course provides the student with an understanding of the fundamental skills, strategies, and rules of swimming. Also covered are practice planning, conditioning, and team selection. For department majors and minors only. UG
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PHED 241 - First Aid and Emergency Care
2 hours
Vital and practical applications and procedures in caring for an injured person, including safety, Heimlich method in choking, splinting, and bandaging. CPR and first aid certification may be achieved upon satisfactory completion of this course. UG
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