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Nursing
College of Natural Sciences
Dean: James LJ. Houpis
School of Nursing
Holt Hall 369
530-898-5891
e-mail:
nurs@csuchico.edu
http://www.csuchico.edu/nurs/
Director: Sherry D. Fox
Graduate Coordinator:
RN-BSN Advisor:
Pre-Nursing Advisor:
Undergraduate Advisors:
Program
Nursing Course Offerings
Please see the section on "Course Description Symbols and Terms" in the University Catalog for an explanation of course description terminology and symbols, the course numbering system, and course credit units. All courses are lecture and discussion and employ letter grading unless otherwise stated. Some prerequisites may be waived with faculty permission. Many syllabi are available on the Chico Web.
With faculty permission, non-majors may take non-practicum courses.
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may
vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered.
This is the first of a three-part course offered in sequence during a semester. Introduction to the essential principles of
the anatomy and physiology of the heart, electrophysiology, and basic electrocardiography. After successfully completing this
course, students will be able to understand basic anatomy and physiology of the heart, electrophysiology of the heart, and
will be able to identify the basic components of the electrocardiogram. This course is also offered as KINE 219.
This is the second of a three-part course offered in sequence during a semester. Introduction to basic arrhythmia recognition
and interpretation and the 12-Lead ECG system. After successfully completing this course, students will be able to recognize,
interpret, and understand the clinical significance of basic atrial and ventricular arrhythmias, as well as understand the
12-Lead ECG system. This course is also offered as KINE 220.
This is the third of a three-part course offered in sequence during a semester. Introduction to bundle branch blocks, cardiac
hypertrophy, mocardial infarction, and mycardial ischemia. After successfully completing this course, students will be able
to recognize, interpret, and understand the clinical significance of bundle blocks, chamber enlargement, electrolyte imbalances,
and myocardial ischemia and infarction. This course is also offered as KINE 221.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Nursing major, BIOL 103, BIOL 104, BIOL 211, CHEM 108.
Corequisites: CHLD 252, PSYC 101, NFSC 100, NURS 282.
This course addresses nursing competencies essential to the professional nursing role. It provides the clinical opportunity
to apply theory, concepts, and principles of the beginning nursing role. The course broadens students' understanding of the
context of health care and client diversity of the community served. Students apply concepts from NURS 282, including accontability,
roles, nursing process, communication, ethics, spirituality, grief/loss, stress management, and cultural competence in their
service learning experiences with diverse populations of community-dwelling adults. 3.0 hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: BIOL 103, BIOL 104, BIOL 211, CHEM 108.
Corequisites: CHLD 252, NFSC 100, NURS 281, PSYC 101.
This course is designed to address nursing competencies essential to the professional nursing role. The focus is on the nursing
process. Skills in interpersonal communication, the history of nursing, and legal/ethical aspects of beginning nursing practice
are emphasized.
Prerequisites: NURS 281, NURS 282.
Corequisites: NURS 284, NURS 285.
This course is an introduction to nursing therapeutics underlying the basic skills and concepts in the practice of professional
nursing. The focus is on concepts related to physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and cultural needs and mechanisms for
maximizing health. Basic pharmacology is included. Emphasis is placed on the application of the nursing process in maintaining
health for adults.
Prerequisites: NURS 281, NURS 282.
Corequisites: NURS 283, NURS 285.
This nursing practicum provides the clinical opportunity to apply the theory, concepts, and principles of nursing care presented
in NURS 282, NURS 283, and NURS 285. Emphasis is placed on the application of the nursing process in the care of adults in
acute care facilities. Clinical hours listed are hours per week. 12.0 hours laboratory. Special fee required; see the Class
Schedule.
Prerequisites: BIOL 103, BIOL 104, BIOL 211, CHEM 107, CHEM 108, CHLD 252, NFSC 100 or NFSC 240, PSYC 101.
Corequisites: NURS 283, NURS 284.
This course introduces the student to theory needed for application of the nursing process with emphasis on skills useful
in data gathering and analysis for completing a health assessment. Normal and abnormal physical, social, and cultural structure
and function are explored.
Prerequisites: Admission to LVN to BSN option; completion of General Education Area A; BIOL 103, BIOL 104, BIOL 211, CHEM 108.
Corequisites: NURS 294, NURS 385W.
This LVN to BSN bridge course introduces the LVN to the professional roles assumed by the baccalaureate-prepared registered
nurse, addressing essential nursing competencies for the professional nursing role. Focus is on theory and skills in therapeutic
communication, critical thinking, patient education, nursing process, history, ethics and cultural competency. An orientation
to distance learning methodologies and information competence is provided. Predominantly online, with required on-campus meetings.
Prerequisite for all other courses in the LVN to BSN option.
Prerequisites: Admission to the LVN to BSN option; completion of General Education Area A; BIOL 103, BIOL 104, BIOL 211, CHEM 108.
Corequisites: NURS 293, NURS 385W
Students practice with human patient simulators in the Simulation Center, to practice and demonstrate advanced assessment
skills as well as intermediate patient care competencies. Requires 45 hours in simulation center. 3.0 hours activity. Special
fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: Completion of RN program (ADN or diploma).
This RN-BSN bridge course introduces the RN to the CSU, Chico School of Nursing and to professional roles assumed by the baccalaureate-prepared
nurse, including patient educator and advocate. Adult learning theory is presented and personal learning styles and critical
thinking skills are assessed for program and career planning. Learning strategies to promote critical thinking are emphasized.
Values clarification is utilized as a tool to improve decision making. Time management is emphasized as a tool to improve
personal and organizational management. The course provides an orientation to distance learning methodologies such as WebCT,
electronic mail, and computerized data searches to promote information competence. An experiential approach to learning is
emphasized. Course hours are divided between on-campus time and Web-based learning. This course is prerequisite for all other
courses in the major for RN-BSN students.
Prerequisites: NURS 282, NURS 283, NURS 284, NURS 285.
Corequisites: NURS 304, NURS 305.
Therapeutic nursing interventions and physical, emotional/spiritual, social, and cultural concepts related to common acute
conditions of the adult. The nursing process is used in relating theories to caring nursing practice.
Prerequisites: NURS 282, NURS 283, NURS 284, NURS 285.
Corequisites: NURS 303, NURS 305.
Directed and supervised practice in the care of the acutely ill adult. Active application of the nursing process and nursing
therapeutics in planning and implementing nursing care. Clinical hours listed are hours per week. 12.0 hours laboratory. Special
fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: NURS 282, NURS 283, NURS 284, NURS 285.
Corequisites: NURS 303, NURS 304.
Therapeutic pharmacology related to selected pathophysiology and drug classifications will be explored. Focus will be on desired
effects, adverse effect, and patient/family teaching parameters. Case studies will facilitate analysis of laboratory data
including the complete blood count, chemistry panel, coagulation studies, and arterial blood gases.
Prerequisites: NURS 300W, current California RN license.
This course provides the returning Registered Nurse student with the opportunity to review and explore today's nursing practice
in light of ever-changing concepts and knowledge in the areas of mental health, pediatrics, and obstretical nursing practice.
This course helps the student make a successful transition to baccalaureate nursing practice as taught in the CSU, Chico School
of Nursing. This is a Web-based course and replaces the requirement to successfully pass National League for Nursing exams
in each of the three content areas covered by the course.
Prerequisites: NURS 306W.
This course provides advanced placement credit for the RN to BSN, for prior learning in the areas of maternal-child and mental
health nursing. On successful completion of NURS 306W, the RN is eligible to register for credit for this course. This course
replaces challenge credit for NURS 313 and NURS 433. Credit/no credit grading only.
Prerequisites: NURS 303, NURS 304, NURS 305.
Corequisites: NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 342.
This course presents the theoretical basis for the practice of maternal-child nursing, including nursing knowledge basic to
the professional nursing care of the mother/fetus, infants, children, fathers, and families in relationship to childbearing
and childrearing. The study of normal childbearing/ childrearing families as well as high-risk families is included. Physiological
adaptations and alterations during pregnancy and in the health of children are examined as well as the growth and development
of the fetus and child through adolescence. The focus of the course is the promotion of optimum health and development for
mothers, children, and families.
Prerequisites: NURS 303, NURS 304, NURS 305.
Corequisites: NURS 313, NURS 315, NURS 342.
Directed and supervised practicum which focuses on maternal-fetal-neonatal and child nursing and includes nursing of childbearing
and childrearing families. Experiences are provided in various settings including hospitals, offices, clinics, homes, schools,
and teaching centers, to provide students with the opportunity to apply concurrent knowledge and the nursing process to the
health of pregnant women, their fetuses, neonates, and children. Emphasis is placed on the development of assessment skills,
and the application of nursing knowledge for the effective delivery of nursing care. Clinical hours listed are hours per week.
12.0 hours laboratory. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: NURS 303, NURS 304, NURS 305.
Corequisites: NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 342.
This course explores the application of nursing science principles, psychosocial theories, and the effect of the social and
physical environment on the specialized health needs of the family-as-client. The use of the nursing process in unpredictable
situations throughout the family lifespan is included with special emphasis on evaluating the aging family. The influence
of psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual factors on the family and the delivery of nursing care to the family is stressed.
The role of the nurse in assisting the family, utilizing family assessment, advocacy, and nursing support is discussed. The
goal of family nursing is to meet the needs of persons of all ages in a wide variety of settings in multi-cultural societies
through working with families. The health of the family influences and is influenced by the health of its members.
Prerequisites: Completion of RN program (ADN or diploma), NURS 300W.
See NURS 315. This course is a Web-based version for RNs in the RN to BSN program.
Prerequisites: NURS 293, NURS 294, NURS 385W
Corequisites: NURS 305
This course provides students with an advanced level of therapeutic nursing interventions, physical, emotional/spiritual,
social and cultural concepts related to common acute pathophysiological conditions of the adult. The nursing process is applied
in relating theories to caring nursing practice. Designed for LVN to BSN students, based on a prior foundation of nursing
knowledge. Predominantly online, with required on-campus meetings. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: NURS 305, NURS 323.
Practice in the care of the acutely ill adult. Active application of the nursing process and nursing therapeutics in planning
and implementing nursing care. Clinical hours are arranged by the faculty, to include direct supervision and preceptored experiences.
Students must hold an active LVN license. Total of 90 hours. 6.0 hours activity.
This course explores the physiological mechanisms of disease and resistance, social definitions of disease, and gender-related
factors in research, diagnosis, treatment, and adaptation to disease. Diseases are usually studied and described in generic
terms without regard to gender; however, it is apparent that substantial differences exist in male and female susceptibility,
manifestations, and responses to many diseases; just as significantly, society's responses to disease are clearly influenced
by gender issues. These issues are explored, through the perspectives of both natural and social sciences. This is an approved
General Education course. This course is also offered as MCGS 326.
Prerequisites: A course in health assessment, registered nurse or senior level baccalaureate nursing student.
Focus on resource management in nursing. Resource management includes human resources, financial resources, and community
resources. The unique circumstances of the individual client are considered to promote the optimum use of available resources.
Detailed problem-solving case studies will assist in the development and application of critical thinking related to resource
management. Student nurses and experienced nurses will find this course helpful in adapting to health care system changes.
Credit/no credit grading only.
Prerequisites: A course in health assessment, registered nurse or senior level baccalaureate nursing student.
Focus on those clinical activities relating directly to patient/client care in the home. Such activities include patient rights
and ethics, assessment, home safety, care planning, standards of care and treatment issues, patient/client education, critical
pathways, continuum of care, and point of service. Nursing theories and models particularly useful in home care nursing are
presented. Student nurses and experienced nurses considering a career in home care will find this course helpful in adapting
to the home health nursing role. Credit/no credit grading only.
Prerequisites: A course in health assessment, registered nurse or senior level baccalaureate nursing student.
Focus on the organization of home health agencies, regulation and accrediting bodies, home visits and/or interviews with surveyors,
hazardous waste and infection control issues, workplace safety, communication, and time management related to home health
nursing. Student nurses and experienced nurses considering a career in home care will find this course helpful in adapting
to the home health nursing role. Credit/no credit grading only.
Prerequisites: NURS 303, NURS 304, NURS 305.
Corequisites: Semester 3, 4, or 5 of the Nursing major.
This is a self-study course for the NCLEX-RN. There are four classroom sessions scheduled during the semester. Students are
expected to spend a minimum of 20 hours in the Nursing Media Lab and/or through independent study, taking NCLEX practice tests.
Students must maintain a log of study hours, along with the type of tests taken, the number of questions taken, percentage
correct, and areas of weakness noted. Each student takes a structured assessment test near the end of the semester. You may
take this course more than once for a maximum of 3.0 units.
Prerequisites: CHLD 252, NFSC 100, NURS 305, NURS 323, NURS 324.
The theoretical basis for the practice of maternal-child nursing, including nursing knowledge basic to the professional nursing
care of the mother/fetus, infants, children, fathers and families in relation to childbearing and childrearing. Emphasis placed
on promotion of optimum health and development for high-risk mothers, children and families. Predominantly online, with required
on-campus meetings. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: NURS 315W, NURS 331.
Corequisites: NURS 335.
Practice focused on maternal, fetal, neonatal, child and family nursing care. Clinical hours are arranged by the faculty ,
to include direct supervision and preceptored experiences in hospital clinic and specialty centers. Emphasis is placed on
assessment and application of nursing knowledge for the effective delivery of care for pregnant women, fetuses, neonates,
and children. Students must hold an active LVN licence. Total of 90 hours. 6.0 hours activity. Special fee required; see the
Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: NURS 323, NURS 324, NURS 331.
Corequisites: NURS 334.
This course provides advanced placement credit for the LVN to BSN, based on prior learning and experience in medical-surgical
and maternal-child nursing. On successful completion of the prerequisites, and submission of a portfolio documenting prior
experience, the LVN is eligible to register for credit for this course. Credit/no credit grading only.
Prerequisites: NURS 303, NURS 304, NURS 305
Corequisites: NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315
This course provides an introduction to the leadership role of the professional nurse in improving nursing practice. The class
will focus on evidence-based practice for nursing. This includes developing skills to question clinical practice and access
best evidence to use when implementing clinical decision making in order to deliver high quality care. This evidence-based
approach to clinical care will facilitate long term inquiry skills that will impact long range planning for the profession.
Prerequisites: NURS 300W
This course is a web-based version for RN's in the RN to BSN program.
This course represents an overview of health care issues faced by women throughout the life cycle. The course begins an examination
of scientific inquiry and the study of disease in women. Then, using sociological, political, and behavioral sciences, the
roles, rights, and responsibilities of women in the health care system are assessed. The course concludes with a biological
review of the female body and specific health care problems common to women. This course encompasses a woman-centered philosophy
which encourages women's active participation in their health care decisions. This is an approved General Education course.
This course is also offered as HCSV 368, and WMST 368.
Prerequisites: Completion of RN program (ADN or diploma), NURS 300W.
See NURS 285. This course is a Web-based version for RNs in the RN to BSN program.
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may
vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered.
This course is an independent study of special problems offered for 1.0-3.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising
faculty member. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading only.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of three semesters of the baccalaureate Nursing program with a nursing GPA of 3.5 or above, faculty permission.
An independent study involving substantial research for a nursing project, culminating in a professional presentation. Students
enroll in NURS 399H twice. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
Prerequisites: ENGL 130 (or its equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher, NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 342.
Corequisites: NURS 424, NURS 433, NURS 434.
Introduction to the management and leadership roles of the professional nurse within the structure of an organization. The
focus is on accountability for quality assurance in the provision of nursing care, interdisciplinary communication, and consultative
and collaborative relationships. Legal authority for nursing practice and the impact of political and legislative processes
are emphasized. This is a writing proficiency, WP, course; a grade of C- or better certifies writing proficiency for majors.
Prerequisites: ENGL 130 (or its equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher, NURS 300W, current California RN license, admission to RN-BSN Option.
See NURS 422. This course is a Web-based version for RNs in the RN-BSN Option. This is a writing proficiency, WP, course;
a grade of C- or better certifies writing proficiency for majors.
Prerequisites: NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 342.
Corequisites: NURS 422, NURS 433, NURS 434, NURS 444.
This is a preceptored clinical practicum in the application of principles of leadership and management from NURS 422. Students
use leadership/management theory as well as the basic and applied sciences and humanities from previous courses as the basis
for planning and implementing nursing therapeutics for groups of acutely ill patients. There is an emphasis on critical thinking,
team building, communication, priority setting, collaborative decision making, and advocacy. Clinical time is blocked into
a 7-8 week rotation, for a total of 90 hours. Flexibility in scheduling is required to meet preceptor's schedule. 6.0 hours
laboratory. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: Current California RN license. Verification that clinical requirements are met. NURS 385W, NURS 300W, NURS 306W, departmental permission.
Corequisites: NURS 422W.
Clinical practicum in the management of adult and family clients in diverse healthcare setting for RN-BSN students. Applied
practice in child and family assessment, management of the childbearing family through the perinatal period, and management
of mental health clients in community settings. Additionally, the student will develop a project demonstrating advanced clinical
leadership. An on-campus workshop will be required at the beginning of the semester, to include Denver II screening skills,
perinatal assessments, and portfolio development. Practicum experiences will be arranged in the student's locale as much as
possible, using local CPSP and mental health agencies. Practicum times are flexible, arranged by the student and the agency,
under the guidance of faculty. This course replaces NURS 424 for the RN-BSN student.
Prerequisites: California RN license, departmental permission.
Corequisites: NURS 425.
Nursing portfolio development for credit for prior nursing experience. Practicum credits will be awarded based on successful
completion of NURS 425 and on portfolio evaluation of prior nursing experience. Credit/no credit grading only.
Prerequisites: NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 342.
Corequisites: NURS 422, NURS 424, NURS 434, NURS 444.
The course focuses on the use of the nursing process as it relates to theories of physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual
structure and function within environments in promotional, restorative, and rehabilitative management of the major maladaptive
behaviors of individuals and groups. The intricate interrelationships of these factors in development and treatment of maladaptive
behaviors is stressed. It includes the examination of psychiatric nursing roles within interdisciplinary treatment methods.
Current mental and behavioral health research findings are incorporated.
Prerequisites: NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 342.
Corequisites: NURS 422, NURS 424, NURS 433.
The course provides clinical experience which gives the student the opportunity to actualize the nursing process with individuals
and groups of patients experiencing maladaptive behavior. Theoretical formulations from NURS 433 are used to facilitate this
process. The interdisciplinary setting allows the student to examine and define the nursing roles within it. Clinical hours
listed are the average hours per week over the entire semester; actual clinical time is blocked into eight-week rotations.
6.0 hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: NURS 313, NURS 314, NURS 315, NURS 342.
Corequisites: NURS 422, NURS 424, NURS 433, NURS 434.
This course provides students the opportunity to concurrently apply theoretical concepts from NURS 422 to the clinical setting.
Students work closely with middle or top level managers in a variety of health care settings and complete activities/tasks
common to middle and top level management. 6.0 hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: NURS 422, NURS 424, NURS 433, NURS 434.
Corequisites: NURS 474, NURS 475, NURS 493, NURS 494.
Focus on the use of the nursing process as it relates to 1) persons in the aging population (unique characteristics, cultural
diversity, lifestyle adjustments, and common aging changes); 2) environment (concerns in delivering services, political and
socioeconomic climate, ethical considerations, cultural realities, and community support); 3) health (wellness potential and
health maintenance, common illness, and related nursing considerations); 4) nursing (emerging roles and standards of practice
for gerontological nursing). Critical thinking and collaborative decision making skills will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: NURS 422, NURS 424, NURS 433, NURS 434.
Corequisites: NURS 463, NURS 475, NURS 493, NURS 494.
This course is a synthesis of nursing and public health practice with the goal of promoting and preserving the health of populations.
Emphasis is on establishing a caring presence in the community with responsibility to the population as a whole. Students
will apply the nursing process and concepts to culturally diverse individuals, families, and communities in homes, community
agencies, and schools to facilitate movement toward achievement of maximum potential for daily living. This course includes
a service learning project. Clinical hours listed are hours per week. 9.0 hours laboratory. Special fee required; see the
Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: NURS 222, NURS 424, NURS 433, NURS 434, NURS 444.
Corequisites: NURS 463, NURS 474, NURS 493, NURS 494.
This course provides an introduction to the specialty of public health nursing. Students examine the impact of epidemiological,
social, ethical, cultural, political, economic, and legal factors on lifestyle and health. Students apply the principles of
public health science combined with nursing knowledge and skills to address the disease prevention needs of individuals, families,
and communities.
Prerequisites: NURS 300W, NURS 306W, NURS 315W, NURS 342W, NURS 425, NURS 426, completion of all nursing core courses, current California RN license.
Corequisites: NURS 463, NURS 474, NURS 495W.
This course provides an introduction to the specialty of public health nursing. Students examine the impact of epidemiological,
social, ethical, cultural, political, economic, and legal factors on lifestyle and health. Students apply the principles of
public health science combined with nursing knowledge and skills to address the disease prevention needs of individuals, families,
and communities.
A clinical nursing preceptorship requiring a minimum of 150 clinical hours. Placements are available in a variety of clinical
settings throughout northern California. Students develop written objectives and are assigned a supervising preceptor within
the facility. Emphasis is placed upon exposing urban nursing students to the opportunities available in rural areas. Work
schedule is arranged through Rural California Nursing Preceptorship Program. This course is approved for 30 contact hours
from the California Board of Registered Nursing. Participating students may choose to be credited with these units. You may
take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading only.
Prerequisites: NURS 303, NURS 304.
This course is an externship offered for 1.0-4.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. An elective
clinical course for students who wish to gain additional clinical experience while employed in a clinical setting. Under the
direct supervision of a registered nurse preceptor, the extern provides direct care to selected patients, consistent with
the student's level of clinical experience and knowledge. Course offering is dependent on availability of supervising nursing
faculty, employment by a participating clinical agency, and availability of a nurse preceptor in the agency. You may take
this course more than once for a maximum of 15.0 units. Credit/no credit grading only.
Prerequisites: NURS 422, NURS 424, NURS 433, NURS 434.
Corequisites: NURS 463, NURS 474, NURS 475, NURS 494.
This course is designed to reinforce and promote synthesis of biophysical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual concepts from
previous courses in a holistic nursing approach for patients with complex problems. Case studies and research findings will
be utilized for analysis of disruptions of structural integrity and the integration of nursing knowledge. Special fee required;
see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: NURS 422, NURS 424, NURS 433, NURS 434.
Corequisites: NURS 463, NURS 474, NURS 475, NURS 493.
Supervised clinical practice using a laboratory model. This course is designed as a capstone to the nursing program and is
to be taken concurrently with NURS 493. The student will provide care and practice advanced problem solving for patient(s)
with complex health problems, incorporating research findings, current theory, and nursing science in addressing complex biophysical,
psychosocial, and spiritual patient situations. Clinical hours listed are the average hours per week over the entire semester;
actual clinical time is blocked into eight-week rotations. 6.0 hours laboratory. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: NURS 300W, NURS 422W, NURS 425, NURS 426, NURS 342W, current California RN license, completion of all nursing core courses.
This Web-based course is designed to reinforce and promote synthesis of biophysical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual
concepts from previous courses in a holistic nursing approach for patients with complex problems. Advanced pathophysiology
will be emphasized. Case studies will be utilized for analysis of complex biophysical, psychosocial, spiritual patient situations.
The student will incorporate research findings, current theory, and nursing science to make decisions for patients with complex
health problems. The student will provide care and practice advanced problem solving. Required for the RN-BSN student; replaces
NURS 493 and NURS 494.
This Web-based courses examines the use of selected technologies that are appropriate to the instruction and curriculum process.
These include the preparation and appropriate use of handouts, overheads, slides, PowerPoint, video streaming, and WebCT.
Students examine the impact of informatics on the delivery of health care and for its use in advanced nursing practice, education,
research. The course provides an introduction to the classroom applications of educational technologies, including educational
hardware and software, multimedia, interactive media, and appropriate Internet use. Ethical and legal issues related to technology
and teaching are also discussed.
Prerequisites: College-level statistics, undergraduate research course.
The focus of this Web-based course is twofold: 1) to hone the analytic skills necessary to apply and conduct graduate-level
research in nursing and 2) to explore and analyze the major nursing and health-related models and theories. Use of research
and theory to influence changes in nursing care delivery in health care agencies and educational settings across the life
span is emphasized. Ethical considerations and cultural competence are explored. The course provides the foundation for the
master's culminating activity.
This Web-based course explores the dynamic role of the master's-prepared nurse in a variety of settings. Theories and strategies
for implementation of the advanced nursing role are applied, and issues related to the integration of the advanced nursing
role are analyzed.
This Web-based course examines advanced and complex physical, emotional, spiritual, and developmental changes as they relate
to young, middle, and older adults, and frail elderly individuals from various cultural/ethnic groups. Selected bioethical,
cultural/spiritual and socio-economic issues are briefly examined. Selected clinical phenomena are analyzed for their effect
on adult individuals of various ages. Case studies are used to apply the course content holistically.
Prerequisites: NURS 640.
This Web-based course analyzes the ethical, social, political, cultural, and economic factors influencing the American health
care system. Population- based health care is emphasized. Strategies to maximize the use of existing resources are identified,
alternative approaches are explored, and plans for implementing change within the current health care system are developed.
Prerequisites: NURS 640, one year of clinical experience.
Corequisites: NURS 645.
This practicum course integrates the content from previous and concurrent courses using a preceptor model. Students provide
advanced nursing care to a selected population. The impact of social, cultural, political, economic, and ethical factors on
this population are analyzed. Appropriate strategies to provide advanced nursing care are implemented and evaluated. The implementation
of an advanced nursing care role in a selected setting is analyzed and evaluated. 6.0 hours clinical.
Prerequisites: NURS 640, NURS 645, NURS 647.
Corequisites: NURS 651.
The focus of this Web-based course is an analysis of major concepts and research on learning theory and teaching-learning
strategies for the traditional and non-traditional learner. Evaluation processes such as clinical evaluation and test construction
are explored. Cultural/ethnic, and ethical issues as applied to the educational setting are examined. Emphasis is on the development
of the educator role.
Prerequisites: NURS 640, NURS 645, NURS 647.
Corequisites: NURS 650.
The focus of this Web-based course is an analysis and evaluation of major concepts and research related to curriculum development.
Opportunities to develop a curriculum project are included.
Prerequisites: NURS 650, NURS 651.
This practicum course incorporates advanced nursing knowledge, teaching-learning theory, research and outcome evaluation in
formal and informal instructional activities. A master teacher selected from an academic nursing program or agency staff development
setting mentors the student. 12.0 hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: NURS 620, NURS 640, NURS 645, NURS 650, NURS 651.
In this Web-based course, students begin the process of writing a research proposal. Students are expected to apply nursing
theory, research, and specialty content from previous courses. Credit/no credit grading only.
This course is a graduate-level independent study offered for 1.0-4.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising
faculty member. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
Prerequisites: NURS 610, NURS 620, NURS 630, NURS 640, NURS 645, NURS 647, NURS 650, NURS 651, NURS 660.
Corequisites: NURS 657
You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0
units.
This course is offered for 1.0-3.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
This course is offered for 1.0-3.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.