Course Descriptions

NU 205 FOUNDATIONS OF PROF. NURSING   3.0 Credit(s)
Foundations of Professional Nursing introduces the student to the profession of nursing. The student builds upon foundational knowledge from the liberal arts, sciences, and humanities and applies this to the content and process of nursing. The metaparadigm of nursing is presented in conjunction with the University's mission and organizing framework. Students are introduced to the concepts of health promotion, disease injury/prevention, effective intraprofessional communication, and demonstration of the teaching/learning process as part of person-centered care. Skills basic to nursing practice, safety, documentation, and regulatory guidelines that influence nursing practices are presented. Laboratory and simulated experiences are coordinated to offer the student practical experience with selected clients in providing basic nursing care in a professional caring manner. Students will demonstrate effective use of available technologies to assess and monitor patient care. Prerequisite: Take NU-205L
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 205L FOUND. OF PROF. NURSING LAB   0.0 Credit(s)
Foundations of Professional Nursing introduces the student to the profession of nursing. The student builds upon foundational knowledge from the liberal arts, sciences, and humanities and applies this to the content and process of nursing. The metaparadigm of nursing is presented in conjunction with the University's mission and organizing framework. Students are introduced to the concepts of health promotion, disease injury/prevention, effective intraprofessional communication, and demonstration of the teaching/learning process as part of person-centered care. Skills basic to nursing practice, safety, documentation, and regulatory guidelines that influence nursing practices are presented. Laboratory and simulated experiences are coordinated to offer the student practical experience with selected clients in providing basic nursing care in a professional caring manner. Students will demonstrate effective use of available technologies to assess and monitor patient care. Prerequisite: Take Co-Req NU-205
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 206 FOUNDATIONS OF PROF NURSING AC   3.0 Credit(s)
Foundations of Professional Nursing introduces the student to the profession of nursing. The student builds upon foundational knowledge from the liberal arts, sciences, and humanities and applies this to the content and process of nursing. The metaparadigm of nursing is presented in conjunction with the University's mission and organizing framework. Students are introduced to the concepts of health promotion, disease injury/prevention, effective intraprofessional communication, and demonstration of the teaching/learning process as part of person-centered care. Skills basic to nursing practice, safety, documentation, and regulatory guidelines that influence nursing practices are presented. Laboratory and simulated experiences are coordinated to offer the student practical experience with selected clients in providing basic nursing care in a professional caring manner. Students will demonstrate effective use of available technologies to assess and monitor patient care. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take BI-126, BI-127, BI-128, BI-129, CH-117, CH-119, MA-105
Offered: Summer 1 Semester All Years

NU 206L FOUNDATIONS OF PROF NURSING LAB AC   0.0 Credit(s)
Foundations of Professional Nursing introduces the student to the profession of nursing. The student builds upon foundational knowledge from the liberal arts, sciences, and humanities and applies this to the content and process of nursing. The metaparadigm of nursing is presented in conjunction with the University's mission and organizing framework. Students are introduced to the concepts of health promotion, disease injury/prevention, effective intraprofessional communication, and demonstration of the teaching/learning process as part of person-centered care. Skills basic to nursing practice, safety, documentation, and regulatory guidelines that influence nursing practices are presented. Laboratory and simulated experiences are coordinated to offer the student practical experience with selected clients in providing basic nursing care in a professional caring manner. Students will demonstrate effective use of available technologies to assess and monitor patient care. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take BI-126, BI-127, BI-128, BI-129, CH-117, CH-119, MA-105
Offered: Summer 1 Semester All Years

NU 210 HEALTH WELLNESS & CULTURAL DIVERSITY   2.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces the student to basic concepts, theories, and methods of exploring the health, wellness, and cultural diversity of individuals. Common factors that promote the health and wellness of individuals across the lifespan are explored. Cultural diversity expands this discussion to include the meaning and impact of culture on health and wellness through the exploration of cultural phenomenon such as perception toward time, communication, social organization, and healing traditions. Values clarification related to own culture as a part of the process of developing cultural awareness and competence is discussed. Disparities related to access to care and economic barriers are discussed including vulnerable populations. Current evidence related to the impact of culture on healthcare systems and treatment by culturally competent practitioners is included. Prerequisite: Take NU-205, NU-215 and NU-220, NU-310
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 211 HEALTH, WELLNESS AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY   2.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces the student to basic concepts, theories, and methods of exploring the health, wellness, and cultural diversity of individuals and groups. Common factors that promote the health and wellness of individuals across the lifespan are explored. Cultural diversity expands this discussion to include the meaning and impact of culture on health and wellness through the exploration of cultural phenomenon such as perceptions regarding time, communication, social organization, and healing traditions. Values clarification related to a person's culture as a part of the process of developing cultural awareness and competence is discussed. Disparities related to access to care and economic barriers are discussed including vulnerable populations. Current evidence related to the impact of culture on healthcare systems and treatment by culturally competent practitioners is included. This course will be offered in an accelerated format for students in the SDA program. Prerequisite: Take Nu-205 NU-205L NU-220 NU-220L
Offered: Summer Semester All Years

NU 215 HEALTH ASSESSMENT   3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces assessment components including interviewing, history taking, functional assessment, and physical examination of patients across the lifespan with an emphasis on health promotion and disease/injury prevention. Emphasis focuses on the assessment phase of the nursing process using a systems focused assessment approach. This course begins with foundational concepts of professionalism, person-centered care, and safety. Students will examine patients using a head-to-toe approach. Additional course content focuses on the role of the nurse, inter- and intra-professional communication, data collection, documentation, and patient teaching. Students begin to develop clinical judgement to begin identifying problems and deficits in an effort to guide the development of a plan of care. Prerequisite: Concurrently take NU-215L
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 215L HEALTH ASSESSMENT LAB   0.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces assessment components including interviewing, history taking, functional assessment, and physical examination of patients across the lifespan with an emphasis on health promotion and disease/injury prevention. Emphasis focuses on the assessment phase of the nursing process using a systems focused assessment approach. This course begins with foundational concepts of professionalism, person-centered care, and safety. Students will examine patients using a head-to-toe approach. Additional course content focuses on the role of the nurse, inter- and intra-professional communication, data collection, documentation, and patient teaching. Students begin to develop clinical judgement to begin identifying problems and deficits in an effort to guide the development of a plan of care. Prerequisite: Concurrently take NU-215
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 216 HEALTH ASSESSMENT AC   3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces assessment components including interviewing, history taking, functional assessment, and physical examination of patients across the lifespan with an emphasis on health promotion and disease/injury prevention. Emphasis focuses on the assessment phase of the nursing process using a systems focused assessment approach. This course begins with foundational concepts of professionalism, person-centered care, and safety. Students will examine patients using a head-to-toe approach. Additional course content focuses on the role of the nurse, inter- and intra-professional communication, data collection, documentation, and patient teaching. Students begin to develop clinical judgement to begin identifying problems and deficits in an effort to guide the development of a plan of care. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take NU-206, NU-206L, NU-221(3693, NU-221L
Offered: Summer 2 Semester All Years

NU 216L HEALTH ASSESSMENT LAB AC   0.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces assessment components including interviewing, history taking, functional assessment, and physical examination of patients across the lifespan with an emphasis on health promotion and disease/injury prevention. Emphasis focuses on the assessment phase of the nursing process using a systems focused assessment approach. This course begins with foundational concepts of professionalism, person-centered care, and safety. Students will examine patients using a head-to-toe approach. Additional course content focuses on the role of the nurse, inter- and intra-professional communication, data collection, documentation, and patient teaching. Students begin to develop clinical judgement to begin identifying problems and deficits in an effort to guide the development of a plan of care. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take NU-206, NU-206L, NU-221(3693), NU-221L
Offered: Summer 2 Semester All Years

NU 217 HEALTH ASSESSMENT   3.0 Credit(s)
Health Assessment introduces assessment components including interviewing, history taking, functional assessment, and physical examination of individuals across the lifespan with emphasis on health promotion and disease/injury prevention. This course begins with foundational concepts of professionalism, patient-centered care, and safety. Students will build upon learned assessment techniques to begin examining patients using a head-to-toe approach. Course content focuses on the role of the nurse, inter- and intra-professional communication, data collection, and patient teaching. Emphasis is placed on the assessment phase of the nursing process. Students are expected to develop critical thinking skills to begin identifying problems and deficits in an effort to guide the development of a plan of care. Students will take NU 217L simultaneously to this course. This course is only for students from partner institutions studying abroad at the Dingle Campus. Prerequisite: Take BI-126 BI-127 or equivalent
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 217L HEALTH ASSESSMENT LAB   1.0 Credit(s)
Health Assessment introduces assessment components including interviewing, history taking, functional assessment, and physical examination of adults and geriatric patients with emphasis on health promotion and disease/injury prevention. This course begins with foundational concepts of professionalism, patient-centered care, and safety. Students will build upon learned assessment techniques to begin examining patients using a head-to-toe approach. Course content focuses on the role of the nurse, inter- and intraprofessional communication, data collection, and patient teaching. Emphasis is placed on the assessment phase of the nursing process. Students are expected to develop critical thinking skills to begin identifying problems and deficits in an effort to guide the development of a plan of care. Students will take NU 217 simultaneously to this course. This course is only for students from partner institutions studying abroad at the Dingle Campus. Prerequisite: Take BI-126 BI-127 or equivalent
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 220 Pharmacology & Nursing Implications   3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to basic concepts of pharmacology used to promote, support, and restore the health status of individuals. Course content will focus on the pharmacodynamics and the pharmacotherapeutics of a broad range of drugs and their biologic, psychosocial, and cultural role in health and illness. Critical thinking with the application of the nursing process will be stressed in the assessment of patient responses, discussion of nursing implications of various drug groups, therapeutic interventions, and related evaluations. Throughout the course, issues of legal, ethical, and professional accountability will be addressed as they pertain to the safe administration of medications. Laboratory practice will focus on the development of medication administration and supporting documentation. Prerequisite: Take BI-126, BI-127, BI-128, BI-129, CH-117, CH-119, MA-105;
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 220L PHARMACOLOGY & NU IMPLICATIONS LAB   0.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to basic concepts of pharmacology used to promote, support, and restore the health status of individuals. Course content will focus on the pharmacodynamics and the pharmacotherapeutics of a broad range of drugs and their biologic, psychosocial, and cultural role in health and illness. Critical thinking with the application of the nursing process will be stressed in the assessment of patient responses, discussion of nursing implications of various drug groups, therapeutic interventions, and related evaluations. Throughout the course, issues of legal, ethical, and professional accountability will be addressed as they pertain to the safe administration of medications. Laboratory practice will focus on the development of medication administration and supporting documentation. Prerequisite: Take NU-220
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 221 PHARMACOLOGY & NURSING IMPLICATIONS AC   3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to basic concepts of pharmacology used to promote, support, and restore the health status of individuals. Course content will focus on the pharmacodynamics and the pharmacotherapeutics of a broad range of drugs and their biologic, psychosocial, and cultural role in health and illness. Critical thinking with the application of the nursing process will be stressed in the assessment of patient responses, discussion of nursing implications of various drug groups, therapeutic interventions, and related evaluations. Throughout the course, issues of legal, ethical, and professional accountability will be addressed as they pertain to the safe administration of medications. Laboratory practice will focus on the development of medication administration and supporting documentation.  The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take BI-126, BI-127, BI-128, BI-129, CH-117, CH-119, MA-105
Offered: Obsolete - Summer Semester All Years

NU 221L PHARMACOLOGY LAB AC   0.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to basic concepts of pharmacology used to promote, support, and restore the health status of individuals. Course content will focus on the pharmacodynamics and the pharmacotherapeutics of a broad range of drugs and their biologic, psychosocial, and cultural role in health and illness. Critical thinking with the application of the nursing process will be stressed in the assessment of patient responses, discussion of nursing implications of various drug groups, therapeutic interventions, and related evaluations. Throughout the course, issues of legal, ethical, and professional accountability will be addressed as they pertain to the safe administration of medications. Laboratory practice will focus on the development of medication administration and supporting documentation. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take BI-126, BI-127, BI-128, BI-129, CH-117, CH-119, MA-105
Offered: Obsolete - Summer Semester All Years

NU 243 CULT. DIVERSITY/HEALTH CARE   3.0 Credit(s)

Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 250 LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT   3.0 Credit(s)

Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 290 NURSING TRANSFER AGREEMENT PROGRAM   30.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department

NU 296 SOPHOMORE SEMINAR   0.0 Credit(s)
Offered: As needed. Contact department.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department

NU 299 SPECIAL TOPICS IN NURSING   1.0-6.0 Credit(s)
Designated new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the department's permanent course offerings. Prerequisites are established by the department as appropriate for the specific course. Course title is shown on the student's transcript.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department

NU 300 PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSING   4.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the basic concepts and frameworks of psychiatric and mental health nursing and provides an introduction to the assessment and treatment of patients with mental health challenges. Traditional psychotherapeutic and alternative healing methods are discussed. Continuing themes of growth and development across the age continuum including gerontology, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communications, pharmacotherapeutics, client advocacy, teaching, and person-centered care are explored. Concepts related to social / ethical /legal considerations in relation to this vulnerable population are applied. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, communication, and personal self-awareness and self-growth as well as interprofessional collaboration and communication. Students implement the nursing process and develop beginning-level clinical skills in individual and group recovery focused care at a variety of mental health agencies and with a diverse group of psychiatric clients. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-215, NU-310
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 301 PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSING AC   4.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the basic concepts and frameworks of psychiatric and mental health nursing and provides an introduction to the assessment and treatment of patients with mental health challenges. Traditional psychotherapeutic and alternative healing methods are discussed. Continuing themes of growth and development across the age continuum including gerontology, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communications, pharmacotherapeutics, client advocacy, teaching, and person-centered care are explored. Concepts related to social / ethical /legal considerations in relation to this vulnerable population are applied. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, communication, and personal self-awareness and self-growth as well as interprofessional collaboration and communication. Students implement the nursing process and develop beginning-level clinical skills in individual and group recovery focused care at a variety of mental health agencies and with a diverse group of psychiatric clients.The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take NU-216, NU-216L, NU-310, BI-161, BI-162
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 305 TRANSITION TO PROF NURSING PRACTICE   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is designed with a focus on transitioning within the nursing profession from an Associate's Degree preparation to a Baccalaureate Degree preparation. Role behaviors of the baccalaureate practitioner will be analyzed and applied within a framework of the healthcare environment and the ethical, legal, and social issues that influence nursing practice. Critical thinking skills are developed and emphasized as an essential component of professional practice. Critical thinking is a skill that will be the basis for all assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation within nursing practice as the student evolves within this new role. It will provide the student with the sound rationale to practice safely, effectively, and professionally.  A prerequisite to NU 376 and NU 387
Offered: Modules Odd Semesters All Years

NU 310 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY   3.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on pathophysiology as it relates to the nursing actions and responsibilities needed to manage and provide care for clients who are experiencing acute or chronic physiologic health conditions. Reduction of risk potential including complications from existing conditions will also be explored as well as health promotion and disease prevention as it relates to the disease process. References to the aging process and genetics and their impact on pathophysiology will be included. Content builds on prior anatomy and physiology concepts learned in prerequisite coursework. Prerequisite: Take NU-205 and NU-220
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 311 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AC   3.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on pathophysiology as it relates to the nursing actions and responsibilities needed to manage and provide care for clients who are experiencing acute or chronic physiologic health conditions. Reduction of risk potential including complications from existing conditions will also be explored as well as health promotion and disease prevention as it relates to the disease process. References to the aging process and genetics and their impact on pathophysiology will be included. Content builds on prior anatomy and physiology concepts learned in prerequisite coursework. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-206, NU-206L, NU-221, NU-221L
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 315 HUMAN JOURNEY IN NURSING   3.0 Credit(s)
The Human Journey in Nursing utilizes the four questions posed in the University Common core to address Nursing's role in building a just society. Concepts such as human vulnerability, resiliency, spirituality, and cultural diversity will provide the platform from which discussions about the professions and the professional nurse's role in shaping past, current, and future healthcare will be based. Reflection on service-learning experiences will personalize and professionalize the meaning and responsibility for addressing health inequities within the workplace and the perpetuation of health disparities in society. A prerequisite to NU 376 and NU 387 Prerequisite: Acceptance to the RN-to-BSN or RN-to-MSN Nursing Major and ýCIT 201/202 Catholic Intellectual Tradition Seminars
Offered: Modules Odd Semesters All Years

NU 320 HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR RN'S   3.0 Credit(s)

Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 325 HEALTH ASSESSMENT   3.0 Credit(s)
Utilizing the conceptual framework of the Nursing program, this course focuses on comprehensive health assessment. Adequate data collection and careful analysis for diagnostic and planning purposes is stressed. The student will use the diagnostic reasoning process to formulate nursing diagnoses. Videotaping assessment skills is a required course component.
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 330 CARE OF CHILD-BEARING FAMILY   4.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the culturally sensitive nursing practice and care of women, newborns, and families along the continuum of their growth and development. Integrated concepts include multidisciplinary evidence-based research and interprofessional collaboration with the emphasis on the improvement of the health of the family.  Legal and ethical issues that relate to the care of the family are interwoven. Clinical application of current research focuses on preconceptual, prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal experiences. Students demonstrate critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and clinical judgement when planning, implementing, and evaluating family-centered nursing care. Prerequisite: Take NU-215, NU-310
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 331 MATERNAL NURSING CARE   3.0 Credit(s)
Prerequisite: Take NU-220 NU-215 NU-205 and NU-310
Offered: As Needed Contact Department

NU 332 MATERNAL NURSING CLNICL CARE   1.0 Credit(s)
Prerequisite: Take NU-205 NU-220 NU-215 and NU-330
Offered: As Needed Contact Department

NU 333 CARE OF THE CHILDBEARING FAMILY AC   4.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the culturally sensitive nursing practice and care of women, newborns, and families along the continuum of their growth and development. Integrated concepts include multidisciplinary evidence-based research and interprofessional collaboration with the emphasis on the improvement of the health of the family. Legal and ethical issues that relate to the care of the family are interwoven. Clinical application of current research focuses on preconceptual, prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal experiences. Students demonstrate critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and clinical judgement when planning, implementing, and evaluating family-centered nursing care. Prerequisite: Take NU-215 NU-215L, NU-211
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 335 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is for RNs and provides an introduction to information and technology needed for the practice of nursing today. It will focus on providing material to enable nurses to be computer literate by exploring the use of emerging information sources and communication technology and their impact on healthcare. Emphasis will be placed on trends and issues in clinical technology. It will also examine key issues such as security and the use of databases.
Offered: Modules Even Semesters All Years

NU 340 INTRO TO ADULT NURSING   5.0 Credit(s)
Introduction to Adult Nursing is the first in the two-course sequence of adult nursing. This course explores the roles of the nurse in relation to providing patient-centered care to patients with common medical/surgical health problems. Course content emphasizes health promotion, disease/injury prevention, disease management, and health maintenance. Continuing themes of pharmacotherapeutics, gerontological considerations, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communication, as well as patient education and advocacy are explored. This course incorporates critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and clinical judgment into classroom and clinical learning experiences. A structured experience in the simulation lab is included to integrate the nursing process with new nursing interventions. Course content will focus on common health problems related to fluid and electrolytes, pulmonary, neurologic, cardiovascular, urinary, gastrointestinal, and musculoskeletal disorders, problems of metabolism, sensation/ perception, circulation, and perioperative care. Clinical experiences will be conducted in acute/subacute care settings. Prerequisite: Take NU-300 NU-310 NU-330, NU-210
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 341 INTRODUCTION TO ADULT NURSING AC   5.0 Credit(s)
Introduction to Adult Nursing is the first in the two-course sequence of adult nursing. This course explores the roles of the nurse in relation to providing patient-centered care to patients with common medical/ surgical health problems. Course content emphasizes health promotion, disease/ illness/ injury prevention, disease management, health restoration, and health maintenance. Continuing themes of pharmacotherapeutics, gerontological considerations, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communication, as well as patient education and advocacy are explored. This course incorporates critical thinking, clinical reasoning, clinical judgment and basic leadership skills into classroom and clinical learning experiences. A structured experience in the simulation lab is included to integrate the nursing process with new nursing interventions. Course content will focus on common health problems related to fluid and electrolytes, pulmonary, neurologic, cardiovascular, urinary, gastrointestinal, and musculoskeletal disorders, problems of metabolism, sensation / perception, circulation, and perioperative care. Clinical experiences will be conducted in acute/subacute care settings. This course will be offered in an accelerated format for students in the SDA program. Prerequisite: Take NU-310 NU-333
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 345 EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE FOR RNs   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is for RNs and prepares nursing students to critically evaluate evidence developed through methodologies such as research and research protocols for its application to the practice of professional nursing. The course reviews levels of evidence and provides a foundational overview of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Ethical issues and policy agendas that influence research are considered throughout the course. This is an eight-week course, with a separate module designed for each week. Learning will occur through: active engaged discussion with peers, completion of assignments, text and article readings, and review of PowerPoint slides, consistent and constructive feedback from instructors, and finally reflective and critical thinking processes of the student. A prerequisite to NU 376 and 387 Prerequisite: Acceptance to RN-to-BSN Nursing Major and MA-131
Offered: Modules Even Semesters All Years

NU 350 CLINICAL LEADERSHIP FOR RNs   6.0 Credit(s)
Prerequisite: Pre-Req: NU-320
Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 355 LEADERSHIP:CONTEMP NURSING   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is for RNs and will focus on the professional nurse's role in applying theory and principles of leadership and management in organizations across the healthcare continuum. Focus will be placed on strategies necessary to function effectively in a changing healthcare system by exploring interrelated process of thinking systematically, developing reflective judgment, and exercising leadership. Strategies for managing the quality and cost of healthcare, as well as research utilization, are emphasized to promote effective practice.
Offered: Modules Odd Semesters All Years

NU 360 ADULT NURSING II   6.0 Credit(s)
Adult Nursing II is the second in the two course sequence of adult nursing. This course explores the roles of the nurse in relation to providing patient-centered care to patients with complex medical/surgical health problems. Course content emphasizes health promotion, disease/injury prevention, disease management, and health maintenance. Continuing themes of pharmacotherapeutics, gerontological considerations, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communication, multiculturalism, as well as patient education and advocacy are explored. This course incorporates critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and clinical judgment along with evidence-based practice and the utilization of informatics while promoting synthesis of knowledge and interprofessional collaboration. Course content will focus on common health problems related to pulmonary, cardiovascular, renal, gastrointestinal, hematological, oncological, infectious disease, hepatobiliary, and neurological. A structured experience in the simulation lab is included to practice advanced nursing interventions required to care for high-risk emergencies in a safe, controlled environment. Clinical experiences will be conducted in high acuity acute care settings. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-340, NU-300
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 361 ADULT NURSING II AC   6.0 Credit(s)
Adult Nursing II is the second in the two course sequence of adult nursing. This course explores the roles of the nurse in relation to providing patient-centered care to patients with complex medical/surgical health problems. Course content emphasizes health promotion, disease/injury prevention, disease management, and health maintenance. Continuing themes of pharmacotherapeutics, gerontological considerations, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communication, multiculturalism, as well as patient education and advocacy are explored. This course incorporates critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and clinical judgment along with evidence-based practice and the utilization of informatics while promoting synthesis of knowledge and interprofessional collaboration. Course content will focus on common health problems related to pulmonary, cardiovascular, renal, gastrointestinal, hematological, oncological, infectious disease, hepatobiliary, and neurological. A structured experience in the simulation lab is included to practice advanced nursing interventions required to care for high-risk emergencies in a safe, controlled environment. Clinical experiences will be conducted in high acuity acute care settings. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-341
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 365 EVIDENCE BASED NURSING PRACTICE   3.0 Credit(s)
This course prepares students to discover, examine, and critically appraise current evidence in nursing and healthcare. Students will develop skills needed to identify research questions in practice, analyze existing evidence, and develop strategies to integrate best current research with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values. Parameters for making a recommendation for an evidence-based practice change that enhances safety and promotes quality improvement will be discussed. Students will be given the opportunity to demonstrate skills in gathering data from a variety of sources using appropriate databases to find best current evidence. Prerequisite: Take NU-300(840) NU-330(841)
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years

NU 366 EVIDENCE-BASED NURSING PRACTICE AC   3.0 Credit(s)
This course prepares students to discover, examine, and critically appraise current evidence in nursing and healthcare. Students develop skills needed to identify research questions in practice, analyze existing evidence, and develop strategies to integrate best current research with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values. Parameters for making a recommendation for an evidence-based practice change that enhances safety and promotes quality improvement is discussed.  Students will be given the opportunity to demonstrate skills in gathering data from a variety of sources using appropriate databases to find best current evidence.  This course will be offered in an accelerated format for students in the SDA program. Prerequisite: Take NU-341
Offered: Winter Semester All Years

NU 370 NURSING LEADERSHIP   3.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the nursing profession and leadership principles which are integral to the provision of healthcare for individuals, families, communities, and a global society. Students are given the opportunity to explore complex issues and trends in nursing related to the provision of cost-effective, safe, quality patient care, nursing as a profession, and global health. The development of an understanding and awareness of their need to become involved in the development of healthcare policies and changes in healthcare systems will be fostered by an analysis of current issues such as cross-cultural communication, the nursing shortage, inefficient healthcare systems, and international issues. Discussion and assignments will include implementation strategies and skills for successful transition into the workplace environment and entry into practice. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-340
Offered: Fall & Late Spring Semesters All Years

NU 371 NURSING LEADERSHIP AC   3.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the nursing profession and leadership principles which are integral to the provision of healthcare for individuals, families, communities, and a global society. Students are given the opportunity to explore complex issues and trends in nursing related to the provision of cost-effective, safe, quality patient care, nursing as a profession, and global health. The development of an understanding and awareness of their need to become involved in the development of healthcare policies and changes in healthcare systems will be fostered by an analysis of current issues such as cross-cultural communication, the nursing shortage, inefficient healthcare systems, and international issues. Discussion and assignments will include implementation strategies and skills for successful transition into the workplace environment and entry into practice. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take NU-341
Offered: Late Spring Semester All Years

NU 373 CONCEPTS IN CHILD HEALTH NURSING AC   4.0 Credit(s)
This course uses a patient and family-centered approach to explore anatomical, physiological, and developmental variations in children from infancy through young adulthood. Sociocultural influences on child health promotion are discussed as well as concepts related to safety, genetics, health education, acute and chronic disease management, injury prevention, palliative, and end-of-life care. Course content focuses on the application of clinical judgment, evidence-based practice, and selected elements of growth and development. Students engage in intra- and interprofessional collaboration and communication while advocating for the needs of this vulnerable population. Clinical experiences include laboratory simulation and psychomotor skill development. Students demonstrate professionalism and increasing levels of autonomy while providing care that is respectful and preserves human dignity. This course will be offered in an accelerated format for students in the SDA program. Prerequisite: Take NU-341
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 374 CONCEPTS CHILD HEALTH NURSING   4.0 Credit(s)
This course uses a patient and family-centered approach to explore anatomical, physiological, and developmental variations in children from infancy through young adulthood. Sociocultural influences on child health promotion are discussed as well as concepts related to safety, genetics, health education, acute and chronic disease management, injury prevention, palliative, and end-of-life care. Course content focuses on the application of clinical judgment, evidence-based practice, and selected elements of growth and development. Students will engage in intra- and interprofessional collaboration and communication while advocating for the needs of this vulnerable population. Clinical experiences include laboratory simulation and psychomotor skill development. Students demonstrate professionalism and increasing levels of autonomy while providing care that is respectful and preserves human dignity. Prerequisite: Take NU-340 as a Pre-requisite or Co-requisite
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years

NU 376 CARE MGMT: INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES   4.0 Credit(s)
This course is for the registered nurse student and is focused on the elements of care management of individuals and families across the healthcare continuum. This course will expand upon the concepts of care transitions from hospital to the community setting with an emphasis on the challenges related to transitioning such as financial management, resource utilization, and overall care coordination. Care management for individuals and families requires an understanding of family systems and the interaction of individuals with their family during healthy actual or potential health issues. A family assessment will be utilized to allow the registered nurse student the opportunity to develop a plan that will promote a safe and productive transition to the community. Students will engage in analytic discussion to further develop their understanding of family systems, systems of care, clinical practice, and community nursing roles. Personal reflection on one's own practice in contemporary nursing will be included in order to allow the student to think holistically, ethically, and morally as they grapple with real-world challenges and contemporary care management issues in our healthcare environment. Prerequisite: Acceptance to the RN-to-BSN Nursing Major and NU-305, NU-315ýNU-325, NU-335 NU-355 and NU-345; ýor acceptance to the RN-to-MSN Nursing Major andýNU-315, NU-325, NU-501, NU-530, NU-575, NU-601 and NU-6
Offered: Modules Odd Semesters All Years

NU 380 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING AC   5.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on providing population-focused care. Community and family assessments identify the need for intervention strategies that support health promotion and disease/injury prevention while promoting optimal functioning of various populations. Nursing services/interventions are delivered based on this assessment with an emphasis on vulnerable populations and cultural variations in the community. Collaboration with community agencies/institutions and healthcare systems provide an opportunity to practice health promotion activities that address current or emergent health needs of specific populations. The development of community partnerships is a focus and encourages student engagement. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take NU-361, NU-373, NU-371
Offered: Obsolete - Summer Semester All Years

NU 381 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING   5.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on providing population-focused care. Community and family assessments identify the need for intervention strategies that support health promotion and disease/injury prevention while promoting optimal functioning of various populations. Nursing services/interventions are delivered based on this assessment with an emphasis on vulnerable populations and cultural variations in the community. Collaboration with community agencies/institutions and healthcare systems provide an opportunity to practice health promotion activities that address current or emergent health needs of specific populations. The development of community partnerships is a focus and encourages student engagement. Prerequisite: Take NU-360, NU-374 and NU 370
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 382 MGT HOME HEALTH CARE AGENCIES   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is a required elective for the Home Healthcare Management Certificate and is designed for students interested in the application of basic management concepts in home health settings. This course will expand on basic concepts of leadership and management and explore unique aspects of management in non-institutional settings. Major emphasis will be placed on the basics of home healthcare financing covering such areas as Medicare, Medicaid, fraud, and insurance coverage. State and federal regulations that affect risk management will be discussed as they apply to home healthcare management. Course discussions will address additional concepts such as accreditation, licensure, continuous quality management, ethics, and legal issues of home healthcare management.
Offered: Modules Even Semesters All Years

NU 387 POPULATIONS & GLOBAL HEALTH   5.0 Credit(s)
This course is for RNs and focuses on global communities as consumers of health services. The different perspectives, sensitivities, and application of knowledge unique to nursing of populations, communities, and societies are identified. Effectiveness of nursing practice is explored in relation to the problems, priorities, attitudes, culture, and resources of aggregates, groups, the community, and global health needs. Prerequisite: Acceptance to the RN-toBSN Nursing Major and NU-305, NU-315,ýNU-325, NU-335, NU-345, NU-355, and NU-376 ýor acceptance to the RN-to-MSN Nursing Majorýand NU-315, NU-325, NU-501, NU-530, NU-575, NU-60
Offered: Modules Even Semesters All Years

NU 390 SENIOR SYNTHESIS SEMINAR   3.0 Credit(s)
This course utilizes the concepts of professionalism, leadership, and patient centered care in preparing the student to assume the role of baccalaureate nurse generalist. Critical discussions of professional issues prepare graduates for a successful transition into their first nursing role. Students will be expected to apply and synthesize previous course content while demonstrating accountability to self, peers, and the program as they prepare to take the NCLEX exam. Students analyze and evaluate individual learning needs and develop a learning contract to meet deficiencies. Content mastery testing is utilized to prepare students for the NCLEX exam. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-360, NU-374 and NU-370
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 391 SENIOR SYNTHESIS SEMINAR AC   3.0 Credit(s)
This course utilizes the concepts of professionalism, leadership, and patient centered care in preparing the student to assume the role of baccalaureate nurse generalist. Critical discussions of professional issues prepare graduates for a successful transition into their first nursing role. Students will be expected to apply and synthesize previous course content while demonstrating accountability to self, peers, and the program as they prepare to take the NCLEX exam. Students analyze and evaluate individual learning needs and develop a learning contract to meet deficiencies. Content mastery testing is utilized to prepare students for the NCLEX exam. Prerequisite: Take NU-361, NU-373, NU-371
Offered: Obsolete - Summer Semester All Years

NU 394 TRANSITION INTO PROF NURSING PRAC AC   4.0 Credit(s)
This senior level capstone course is focused on the holistic delivery of professional nursing practice in the contemporary clinical setting.  The clinically based immersion experience affords the students and opportunity to refine the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to manage care as part of an interprofessional team within a healthcare system.  Theoretical learning becomes reality as students synthesize and reflect on their learning and experiences of the various roles and responsibilities of a professional nurse while being immersed in the clinical setting.  Through this course, students demonstrate and utilize evidence-based research to support clinical judgment.  The expectation is to analyze and reflect on experiences encountered during the clinical experience.  Focus is on moving the student toward autonomous professional nursing practice within their clinical setting. This course is offered in the accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take NU-361, NU-373, NU-371
Offered: Obsolete - Summer Semester All Years

NU 395 TRANSITION INTO PROF NURSING PRACTICE   4.0 Credit(s)
This senior level capstone course is focused on the holistic delivery of professional nursing practice in the contemporary clinical setting.  The clinically based immersion experience affords the students and opportunity to refine the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to manage care as part of an interprofessional team within a healthcare system.  Theoretical learning becomes reality as students synthesize and reflect on their learning and experiences of the various roles and responsibilities of a professional nurse while being immersed in the clinical setting.  Through this course, students demonstrate and utilize evidence-based research to support clinical judgment.  The expectation is to analyze and reflect on experiences encountered during the clinical experience.  Focus is on moving the student toward autonomous professional nursing practice within their clinical setting. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-360 NU-374 NU-370
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 396 JUNIOR SEMINAR   0.0 Credit(s)
Offered: As Needed. Contact Department
Offered: As Needed Contact Department

NU 399 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN NURSING   1.0-6.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department

NU 496 SENIOR SEMINAR   0.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department

NU 501 HEALTHCARE POLICY & ETHICS CONTEMP NURS   3.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on policy and politics in nursing and health care.  It examines health care policy, including global health considerations, health care financing, quality and safety in health care.  Ethics as a value system for humane health care delivery is a thread throughout the course.  Current practices in nursing and health care are viewed from the past and present as a way to contemplate the future. It builds on a framework of critical thinking, as students explore aspects of the history of nursing, analysis of current policy development, and implications of the past for present and future actions in nursing and health care. Prerequisite: Take MA-131 or equivalent
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 509 ADVANCED PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY FOR THE Pmhnp   3.0 Credit(s)
This course builds on knowledge of advanced pharmacology, pathophysiology, and health assessment by examining safe and effective use of medications used to treat mental health disorders across the lifespan. Topics will include the examination of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and drug interactions of these medications in congruence with the most recent evidence. Underlying pathophysiologic processes of mental health disorders are examined to provide context for differential diagnosis and pharmacological management. These disorders include major depressive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, bipolar illness, and psychosis across the lifespan, including medications used in special populations such as pediatrics, geriatrics, and pregnancy. Additional focus is the impact of the psychoactive medications on the client, family and community. Content is presented in relation to the role of the psychiatric-mental health nurse who functions in an advanced role. Students learn important considerations for selecting medications to include best practices and clinical guidelines, patient preference, safety profile, setting, monitoring requirements, and long-term patient management. Prerequisite: Take NU-501 NU-530 NU-550 NU-566 NU-552 NU-551 NU-603ýOR acceptance into the PMHNP post-MSN cert program ýAND permission of PMHNP Program Director
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 511 ROLE DEVELOPMENT FOR NMEL   3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces the student to contemporary theories of leadership, change, complexity science, and organizational structure and design. The underlying framework of the course is transformational leadership and complexity science. Concepts such as clinical microsystems, nursing care innovations, strategic planning, and change are covered. Students will be introduced to the concept of evidence-based management and encouraged to support their ideas with evidence. Students will complete an assessment of their leadership strengths and weaknesses and develop a professional leadership plan which will guide their progress through the rest of the program. Prerequisite: Take NU-501, NU-530, NU-601, NU-602
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 521 CREATING A PROFESSIONAL WORK ENVIRONMEN CREATING A PROF WORK ENVIRONMENT   3.0 Credit(s)
In this course the student will appreciate the rationale and strategies for creating a positive work environment for nursing and the inter-professional team.  Topics will include organizational culture, structural empowerment, shared governance, and the adoption of Magnet Hospital tenets (no matter the setting) among others.    Human resource management principle such as selection, development, performance appraisal and nurse satisfaction will be considered within the framework of creating an environment of professional practice.   Further, how a positive work environment supports quality and safety will be discussed based on evidence.  Fostering high performance from individuals as well as the team will be stressed. Prerequisite: Take NU-501, NU-530, NU-601, NU-602
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 522 STAT. METH. NURSING RESEARCH   3.0 Credit(s)

Offered: Summer 1 Semester All Years

NU 530 THEORY & PROFESSIONAL ROLES FOR CONTEMP   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is one of the graduate core courses that provides the foundation for advanced practice nursing. The role of the advance practice nurse as a member of the profession will be emphasized. Students will be introduced to theories from nursing, natural, social, biological and organizational sciences to frame their future practice. Further, students consider issues of cultural diversity and competence to assure the delivery of culturally competent care and minimization of health disparities. Prerequisite: Take MA-131 or equivalent
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 549 FAMILY THEORY IN THE CONTEXT COMMUNITY   3.0 Credit(s)
This course addresses selected family, primary care, and community theories within the context of advanced practice nursing and clinical leadership roles.  Emphasis is placed on family and community assessment strategies, the impact of culture upon the family and community systems, and the impact of various primary care-oriented health problems on family roles and functions.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 550 FAMILY & COMMUNITY CONTEXT FOR HC   3.0 Credit(s)
This course addresses selected family, primary care, and community theories within the context of advanced practice nursing and clinical leadership roles.Emphasis is placed on family and community assessment strategies, the impact of culture upon the family and community systems, and the impact of various primary care-oriented health problems on family roles and functions. Relevant concepts and principles of epidemiology are applied to the current and emerging health status of families and communities. Students apply advanced clinical knowledge to the family system in a community setting. Students function interdependently with other health team members in the care of families and evaluate a plan of care using standards for advanced clinical practice. Prerequisite: Take NU-602 for MSN CNL and NU-603 for MSN FNP and MSN PMHNP
Offered: Modules Odd Semesters All Years

NU 551 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY FOR NP   3.0 Credit(s)
Focus is on the pharmacotherapeutic principles of drugs most commonly used by the FNP in the primary care setting. Pharmacologic effects and clinical uses of various drug groups and classifications are discussed. Emphasis is placed on rational drug therapy for agent selection, monitoring drug therapies, identification and avoidance of adverse drug reactions and interactions, and extensive patient education and counseling. This course meets the standards for advanced practice nurse certification in Connecticut. Prerequisite: Take NU-566
Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 552 ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR NP   3.0 Credit(s)
This course prepares the student to assess in depth the biopsychosocial health status of clients across the life span by obtaining and documenting a complete and accurate health history and performing a thorough physical examination.  Using acquired data from the history and physical exam, the student is introduced to formulating a working medical diagnosis and plan of care. Course content is designed to provide correlation of assessment strategies with an understanding of the mechanisms of illness and health problems of the main body systems. Integration of common medical testing is introduced. The course assists in the socialization of the student into the role of the FNP in the current health care delivery system. The laboratory component enables the student to develop advanced assessment skills.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 553 ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY   3.0 Credit(s)
This course further prepares each student to assess in depth the pathophysiology of common disease states. Clinical pathology content will address alterations in major body systems that are commonly found in primary care settings, as well as common testing used in the diagnostic process. This course assists the student in the role of master's prepared nurse with the preparation to assess clients across the lifespan. Prerequisite: NU 602 Prerequisite: NU-602 OR NU-431
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 554 APPL OF COMP HLTH ASSESSMENT   3.0 Credit(s)
This course prepares the learner to assess in depth the biopsychosocial health status of clients across the lifespan by obtaining a complete and accurate health history and by performing a systematic physical examination. Acquired data will be used to formulate a comprehensive problem list for the client and to refine documentation skills. Content will be designed to provide correlation of assessment strategies with an understanding of the mechanisms of illness and health problems of the main body systems. Health and wellness in the context of disability will be addressed. This course assists in the socialization of the learner into the role of the clinical nurse leader or nurse educator in the current healthcare delivery system. The simulation component enables the learner to develop comprehensive assessment and patient education skills and empathy. Prerequisite: Take NU-602
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 556 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY I   2.0 Credit(s)
This course is the first of two pharmacology courses designed to provide FNP students with an understanding of the mechanisms by which drugs alter the function of living cells to relieve symptoms and physiologic manifestations of disease.  The course begins with an introduction to general principles of pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, and then concentrates expressly on the pharmacotherapeutics germane to specific body systems. Students are taught the general properties of drug categories used to treat diseases of specific body systems and apply these pharmacologic concepts to clinical situations.  Emphasis is placed on the development of problem solving and decision-making skills and patient education as they relate to the clinical use of pharmacotherapeutics and the role of the FNP in prescriptive responsibilities.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 557 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY II FOR FNP/DNP   2.0 Credit(s)
This course is the second of two courses designed to provide FNP students with an understanding of the mechanisms by which drugs alter the function of living cells to relieve symptoms and physiologic manifestations of disease.  The course concentrates on the pharmacotherapeutics germane to specific body systems.  Students are taught the general properties of drug categories used to treat diseases of these body systems and apply these pharmacologic concepts to clinical situations.  Emphasis is placed on the development of problem solving and decision-making skills, and patient education as they relate to the clinical use of pharmacotherapeutics and the role of the FNP in prescriptive responsibilities. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-556
Offered: Late Spring & Summer Semesters All Years

NU 561 PRIMARY CARE I: COMP PRIMARY CARE ADULT   6.0 Credit(s)
The first of four clinical courses designed to enable graduate students to learn problem-solving skills and clinical strategies necessary to socialize into the role of the family nurse practitioner. Class content introduces students to a systematic approach to understanding the delivery of primary healthcare to the well adult. Various principles of illness prevention and health maintenance are introduced, as well as methodologies used to diagnose and treat common primary care problems. Emphasis is on the consultation role component of the nurse practitioner as well as on the direct provision of primary care and health promotion. In addition to classes, students participate in clinical experiences. Prerequisite: Take NU-551, NU-552 and NU-566 Prerequisite: Take NU-551 NU-552 NU-566;
Offered: Spring & Summer Semesters All Years

NU 562 PRIMARY CARE I:COMP PRIMARY CARE ADULT   5.0 Credit(s)
The first of 3 clinical courses designed to enable graduate students to learn problem-solving skills and clinical strategies necessary to socialize into the role of the family nurse practitioner. Course content introduces the student to a systematic approach to understanding the delivery of primary health care to the well adult. Various principles of illness prevention and health maintenance are introduced, as well as methodologies used to diagnose and treat common primary care problems. Emphasis is on the consultation role component of the nurse practitioner as well as on the direct provision of primary care and health promotion. In addition to classes, students participate in a required primary care clinical experience.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters Contact Department

NU 566 ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR NP   3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides FNP students with a comprehensive understanding of the pathophysiology of disease processes most commonly seen afflicting patients across the lifespan. Clinical pathology content addresses alterations in major body systems that are commonly found in primary care settings, as well as common testing used in the diagnostic process.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 571 ROLE DEVELOPMENT FOR THE PMHNP I   6.0 Credit(s)
This course provides theoretical and clinical content, including 180 supervised required hours of advanced practice psychiatric mental health nursing care across the lifespan with emphasis on late adolescence through adulthood, within a variety of behavioral health settings.  The focus is on clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment decision-making for commonly encountered behavioral health disorders in adults. From the patient interview and assessment to the diagnostic work-up and treatment planning, students learn to apply concepts from prior coursework to understand patients' underlying psychopathological processes and develop differential diagnoses and management plans, including psychopharmacologic treatments and psychotherapeutic modalities. Sociocultural, ethical, and legal considerations are addressed, with the role of the PMHNP as a vital member of the behavioral health team emphasized in providing holistic care.  180 required hours of advanced practice psychiatric mental health nursing care. Prerequisite: Take NU-501, NU-530, NU-550, NU-566, NU-551, NU-603, NU-509ýOR admission to the post-MSN PMHNP certificate program ýAND with approval of PMHNP Program Director
Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 572 PMHNP II: Care of Children and Families   6.0 Credit(s)
This course requires theoretical and clinical content, including a total of 180 supervised required hours of care across the lifespan with emphasis on pediatric and adolescent patients within a variety of behavioral health settings. A minimum of 100 hours of clinical practicum is specifically devoted to the care of patients under age 18. The focus is on refining and developing increased competency as a PMHNP in diagnostic and clinical interventions with an increasingly diverse and complex caseload, including crisis intervention and managing psychiatric emergencies. Identification and treatment of developmental and age-specific disorders, genetic aspects of disease presentation and treatment, as well as interdisciplinary perspectives and community resources are emphasized. Prerequisite: Take NU-501 NU-530 NU-550 NU-566 NU-551 NU-552 NU-603 NU-509ýNU-571 OR admission to the PMHNP post-master's cert programýand approval by PMHNP Program Director.
Offered: Late Spring & Summer Semesters All Years

NU 573 PMHNP III: THE PMHNP IN COMPLEX SYSTEMS   6.0 Credit(s)
This course provides theoretical and clinical content, including 180 supervised required hours of advanced psychiatric mental health nursing care across the lifespan with emphasis on individuals, including older adults, couples, and families, within a variety of behavioral health settings. Students examine multi-factorial influences of individual and family functioning and coping, among patients of all ages from pediatric to older adults, including those with co-occurring medical and psychiatric conditions. By also incorporating knowledge of the generational impact of behavioral health conditions on families, students learn strategies to promote effective assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for psychiatric disorders affecting individuals and families. Further refinement of clinical diagnostic and treatment competencies, including a focus on outcomes evaluation for acute and chronic mental health conditions, termination, and increased independence within the role of the PMHNP are emphasized. Prerequisite: Take NU-501, NU-530, NU-550, NU-566, NU-552, NU-551, NU-603,ýNU-509, NU-571 or admission to the post-MSN PMHNP cert progrýAND approval by the Program Director
Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 575 HEALTH CARE INFORMATION SYSTEMS   3.0 Credit(s)
Nursing Informatics combines knowledge and skills from nursing science, computer science, information science, and cognitive science to identify, define, manage and communicate data, information, knowledge, and wisdom in nursing practice. Core concepts will be discussed in relation to the application of nursing informatics to support nursing practice and enhance outcomes of care. Major topics related to nursing informatics will be explored. The use of informatics to enhance patient care delivery, quality, and safety in healthcare systems will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Take NU-602 OR NU-431
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 576 MGMT OF FINANCIAL RESOURCES   3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides an overview to the process of budgeting  in the Health Care setting. This course will explore the building blocks that are utilized to develop sound budget projections. This course will also review and explore the Health Care System and the multiple payers and their impact on the ability to utilize information systems in the development and ongoing analysis of financial data. Prerequisite: Take NU-501, NU-530, NU-601, NU-602
Offered: Modules Even Semesters All Years

NU 588 THEORETICAL BASIS OF TEACHING/NURSING   3.0 Credit(s)
This course covers research-based educational theory and evidence-based teaching/learning strategies. The theories will be examined for their application in a variety of settings, level of education, and for the adult learner. This course will introduce the impact of diversity and emphasis is placed on who the learner is and how he/she learns. External issues and trends impacting nursing education in a variety of teaching settings (face-to-face, virtual, and clinical) will be explored including ethical/legal considerations in course curriculum design and implementation.This course is an education elective 3-credit course for the PM DNP Hybrid Program student. Prerequisite: NU 602 Prerequisite: Take NU-602
Offered: Modules Odd Semesters All Years

NU 589 CURRICULUM DEV. & EVALUATION   3.0 Credit(s)
This course prepares the student to design and implement curriculum based on evidence-based teaching/learning theory. Focus is on the process of curriculum development for an individual course including course objectives, content, learning activities, delivery of the content, and student evaluation. The role of the faculty in program evaluation of the curriculum is explored. This course is an education elective 3-credit course for the PM DNP Hybrid Program student. Prerequisite: Take NU 602 Prerequisite: TAKE NU-602
Offered: Modules Even Semesters All Years

NU 599 SPECIAL TOPICS   3.0 Credit(s)
Designated new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the department's permanent course offerings. Prerequisites are established by the department as appropriate for the specific course. Course title is shown on the student's transcript.
Offered: Late Spring Semester All Years

NU 600 CONTINUOUS ENROLLMENT   0.0 Credit(s)
This course allows for MSN/FNP students to maintain continuous enrollment when they need additional time to complete required clinical hours.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department

NU 601 PRINCIPLES OF HC RESEARCH   3.0 Credit(s)
This course examines the field of research and its relationship to problems related to nursing and healthcare. Each step of the research process is explored in-depth to develop the skills to apply research to practice. Students will apply critical analysis to relevant research literature to determine its usefulness and application. Statistical methods and concepts are reviewed and integrated throughout the course to promote an understanding of those concepts within the context of healthcare research. Emphasis is placed on evaluating research for nursing practice. Prerequisite: Take NU 501 and NU 530 Prerequisite: Take NU-501 or NU-401 and NU-530 or NU-433
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 602 EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE   3.0 Credit(s)
The primary focus of this course is on learning the  process of evidence-based practice and how to incorporate it into nursing practice to achieve quality outcomes of care.  Students will learn how to differentiate among evidence-based practice, research, and quality improvement methods of inquiry. Select evidence-based practice models will be explored as a basis for development of an evidence-based practice project in a practice setting. Prerequisite: Take NU-601
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 603 PRINCIPLES OF HC RESEARCH   3.0 Credit(s)
This course studies the field of research and its relationship to problems related to nursing and health care. Each step of the research process is explored in-depth to develop the skills to apply research to practice. Students apply critical analysis to relevant research literature to determine its usefulness and application. Statistical methods and concepts are reviewed and integrated throughout the course to promote an understanding of those concepts within the context of health care research. Emphasis is on understanding the research process through proposal development.
Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 604 HC RESEARCH/STATISTICAL FOUND.   3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces the student to the research-practice connection. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and interpretation of quantitative and qualitative research and basic statistics found in health care and related literature. Students build their research and statistical literacy to support a practice based on credible evidence from current research literature.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 605 PHARMACOLOGY FOR THE NURSE LEADER   3.0 Credit(s)
This course will focus on the pharmacotherapeutic principles of drugs most commonly used and evaluated by clinical nurse leaders, nurse educators, and nurses in advanced leadership positions across healthcare settings. Basic pharmacological concepts, including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics, as well as the principle classification of drugs in clinical use today are discussed in relation to physiologic and psychologic concepts. The role of nurse leaders in teaching patients safe and effective medication administration and assessment of medication management and patients with chronic disease is emphasized. Prerequisite: Take NU-602
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 606 PRIMARY CARE OF CHILDREN   4.0 Credit(s)
Primary Care of Children applies knowledge of wellness and prevention to children, focusing on birth through adolescence. Topics include health promotion/maintenance, growth and development, disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment of common acute and chronic illnesses in diverse infant, child, and adolescent populations.  Emphasis is placed on a primary, collaborative, community approach with interprofessional teams as a foundation for clinical practice. In addition to didactic, students participate in clinical experiences. Prerequisite: Take NU-501 NU-530 NU-603 NU-550 NU-566 NU-551 NU-552ýNU-561
Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 607 PRIMARY CARE FOR WOMEN   4.0 Credit(s)
Primary Women's Healthcare introduces the Family Nurse Practitioner student to well woman care and care of the antepartum woman.  The course will enable students to participate in clinical decision making in the primary care of women, from adolescents through the menopause transition. Gynecologic and antepartum management including cervical and breast cancer screenings, contraceptive care, acute and chronic gynecologic pathologies, and healthy prenatal examinations will be covered. In addition to didactic, students participate in clinical experiences. Prerequisite: Take NU-501 NU-530 NU-603 NU-550 NU-566 NU-551 NU-552,ýNU-561
Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 611 CARE MANAGEMENT&RESOURCES   3.0 Credit(s)
Reviews the basic approaches to care or case management and utilization in their evolution, driving factors, and contemporary roles within a variety of healthcare settings. The role of practice guidelines and key relationships among nursing roles and interprofessional team members is considered along with the contributions of technology and financial considerations. Prerequisite: Take NU-553, NU-554, NU-575 or NU-475, NU-605, NU-550
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 612 DISEASE MANAGEMENT&OUTCOME ASSESMENT   3.0 Credit(s)
Introduces the concept of disease management as an evolution of case management and explores the benefits of a comprehensive case and disease management program in selected settings. Health priorities, models of chronic illness, and important concepts related to health status (including quality of life and functional status) are discussed. Research on the outcomes of case and disease management is covered along with strategies for identifying and measuring outcomes of care. Prerequisite: Take NU-611
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 617 HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMS   3.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the current healthcare delivery system and the impact on patient care. An evaluation of the healthcare delivery system will incorporate the impact of social issues, economics, politics, culture, education, and technology. Past, future, and contemporary trends in healthcare delivery will be incorporated into the analysis of organizational micro- and macrosystems. Prerequisite: Take NU-501 NU-530 NU-601 NU-602;
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 619 PRIN. OF PATIENT & STAFF ED.   3.0 Credit(s)
The course is to prepare the graduate level nurse in the nurse educator's role of patient and staff education utilizing theory and research-based knowledge in the design, coordination, and evaluation of the delivery of patient care as well as patient and staff education. Communication skills and strategies necessary to interact and collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary health care team and the patient will be explored. The course will provide the student with the ability to develop an in-depth knowledge in a clinical specialty and to develop a simulation design that can be effectively utilized in an educational setting. Under the supervision of a preceptor, the student will apply graduate-level health assessment, pathophysiology, and pharmacology as well as principles of cultural diversity in a selected healthcare population utilizing nursing and theoretical frameworks to improve patient outcomes. This course is an education elective 3-credit course for the PM DNP Hybrid Program student. A practicum experience involving direct patient care is a required part of this course. Prerequisite: Take NU 553, NU 554, NU 605, NU 575, NU 588, and NU 589 Prerequisite: Take NU-553 NU-554 NU-605 NU-575 NU-588 NU-589
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 621 PRIMARY CARE II:ADVANCED PRIMARY CARE   7.0 Credit(s)
The fourth of four clinical courses designed to enable graduate FNP students to learn problem-solving skills and clinical strategies necessary to diagnose and treat common and complex primary care problems found in complex adult families and their members. Emphasis is on the leadership role component of the nurse practitioner as well as on the direct provision of primary care. In addition to classes, students participate in clinical experiences. Prerequisite: Take NU-566 NU-551 NU-552 NU-561 NU-606 NU-607;
Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 622 PRIMARY CARE II FOR FNP/DNP   6.0 Credit(s)
The second of three clinical courses designed to enable graduate Family Nurse Practitioner students to learn problem-solving skills and clinical strategies necessary to diagnose and treat common and complex primary care problems found in adult families and their members. Emphasis is on the leadership role component of the nurse practitioner as well as on the direct provision of primary care. In addition to classes, students participate in clinical experiences. Prerequisite: Take NU-562
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 630 PRIMARY CARE III   9.0 Credit(s)
Prerequisite: Take NU-620
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 632 PRIMARY CARE III-FNP/DNP   7.0 Credit(s)
This is the final primary care clinical course designed to enable graduate students to learn the diagnostic and management skills necessary to complete socialization into the role of family nurse practitioner.  Class content will introduce students to methodologies used to diagnose and treat common primary care problems found in special populations, emerging families and their members. Implementation and synthesis of the role will be addressed through a focus on types of practice settings, reimbursement mechanisms, marketing strategies, employment opportunities, and collaborative relationships.  Future trends in advanced nursing practice will be explored.  The application of advanced nursing practice theory into supervised clinical practice experiences will be included and emphasized. Prerequisite: Take NU-622
Offered: Obsolete - Summer Semester All Years

NU 665 QUALITY & SAFETY IN PRACTICE   3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides an overview of quality improvement (QI) in health care. Students will build knowledge of QI frameworks and models as they design a QI project and proceed in a step-by-step progression through the continuous quality improvement (CQI) process. This approach prepares the student with the necessary skills to complete a CQI capstone project in the practicum courses. The cornerstones of QI will be addressed, including identifying data to measure impact, setting goals based on evidence/best practice, and creating changes that result in improved care or service that are sustainable over time. The course will also include a focus on measurement and analysis techniques and strategies to sustain and spread improvements. Assignments will focus on the skills needed to design and manage QI projects and practical applications of QI tools and techniques. Throughout the course, students will be challenged to look at the world through the QI lens and find ways to make innovative and effective changes that improve an issue in clinical practice. Prerequisite: Take NU-501, NU-530, NU-601, NU-602
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 672 NURSING MGT & EXEC LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM   3.0 Credit(s)
This is the next to the last course in the nursing sequence for the Nursing Management and Executive Leadership program. Nursing 672 will focus at the larger organization's macrosystem level. Students will apply and analyze the theories, competencies and concepts of previous courses in a designated clinical practicum experience using a preceptor. Further, students will share their reflections with other course participants through a weekly discussion using appreciative inquiry to describe a significant learning on the strengths and weaknesses of their clinical site focused on the course objectives. The core role competencies for the nurse manager and executive leader frame the course activities including managing client needs and expectations, marketing, assessing quality and safety, strategic planning, designing care management systems, and developing operational plans for accountability and ethical practice. Leadership strategies for accomplishing this work are explored. Current issues and trends in health care and nursing management and executive leadership are covered in course readings and integrated into (the) course assessments/project. In this course, the student will perform an organizational assessment and evaluation (macrosystem level) in two parts and complete Part I of the capstone project. Further, students will share their reflections with other course participants through discussions using appreciative inquiry to describe a significant learning on the strengths and weaknesses of their clinical site focused on the course objectives. Prerequisite: Take NU 617, NU-511, NU-521-NU-665, NU-576 ýAnd NU-575
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 673 CAPSTONE:NURSING MGT & EXEC LEADERSHIP   3.0 Credit(s)
This is the last course in the nursing sequence for the Nursing Management and Executive Leadership program. Nursing 673 will focus on the larger organization's macrosystem level. Students will apply and analyze the theories, competencies and concepts of previous courses in a designated role practicum experience using a preceptor. Further, students will examine the application of theories/evidence from scholarly readings and their application to practice. Students will share their reflections with other course participants through discussions using appreciative inquiry to describe a significant learning on the strengths and weaknesses of their clinical site focused on the course objectives. The core role competencies for the nurse manager and executive leader frame the course activities and include assessing the following areas: human resource management, workforce development, succession planning, professional practice and interprofessional collaboration, budgeting and financial accountability, information management, automation in healthcare and redesign of workflow, laws, regulations and healthcare policy shaping administrative practice, executive presence and raising the bar - learning from excellence. Current issues and trends in health care and nursing management and executive leadership are covered in course readings and integrated into (the) course assessments/project. In this course, students will complete their capstone project and the organizational assessment and evaluation (macrosystem level). Prerequisite: Take NU-672;
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 680 Clinical Nurse Leader Role Practicum   3.0 Credit(s)
This is the first course in the nursing sequence for the role immersion experience for the Clinical Nurse Leader. Integration of prior coursework related to advanced assessment and pathophysiology, pharmacology, information systems, ethics, research, evidence-based practice and health care systems occurs through clinical role practice, with a preceptor. Through this experience the student will develop an evidence-based improvement project. The course provides the opportunity for in- depth analysis of the CNL role within various health care settings and specialties. The immersion experience focuses on the role of the clinical nurse leader as clinician, outcomes manager, client manager, client advocate, educator, information manager, systems analyst/risk anticipator, team member, member of the profession, and lifelong learner. The preceptor provides guidance and support as CNL students identify and confirm the role components of the CNL while analyzing the organizational context for this new role. Prerequisite: Take NU 612 Prerequisite: TAKE NU-612
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 681 CAPSTONE:SLINICAL NURSE LEADER   3.0 Credit(s)
This is the second and final course in the nursing sequence for the role immersion experience for the Clinical Nurse Leader. Integration of prior coursework related to advanced assessment and pathophysiology, pharmacology, information systems, ethics, research, evidence-based practice and health care systems occurs through clinical role practice, with a preceptor. Through this experience the student will develop an evidence-based improvement project. The course provides the opportunity for in- depth analysis of the CNL role within various health care settings and specialties. The immersion experience focuses on the role of the clinical nurse leader as clinician, outcomes manager, client manager, client advocate, educator, information manager, systems analyst/risk anticipator, team member, member of the profession, and lifelong learner. The preceptor provides guidance and support as CNL students identify and confirm the role components of the CNL while analyzing the organizational context for this new role. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-680
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 690 NURSING EDU ROLE PRACT.   3.0 Credit(s)
This is the first course in the nursing sequence for the role immersion experience in nursing education. Students apply and analyze the theories, competencies, and concepts of the previous courses in a designated role practicum experience using a preceptor. Through this experience, the student will develop an evidence-based improvement teaching project. Current issues and trends in health care and nursing are integrated within each topical area. A practicum experience, that may involve direct patient care, is a required part of this course. This course is an education elective 3-credit course for the PM DNP Hybrid Program student. Prerequisite: NU 619 Prerequisite: Take NU-588 NU-589 NU 619 NU-605 and NU-575 or NU-475
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 691 CAPSTONE: NURSE EDUCATOR   3.0 Credit(s)
This is the final course in the nursing sequence for the role immersion experience in nursing education. Students apply and analyze the theories, competencies, and concepts of the previous courses in a designated role practicum experience using a preceptor. Through this experience the student will develop an evidence-based improvement teaching project. Current issues and trends in health care and nursing are integrated within each topical area. A practicum experience, that may involve direct patient care, is a required part of this course. Prerequisite: NU 690 Prerequisite: TAKE NU-690
Offered: Modules All Semesters All Years

NU 700 THEORETICAL COMPONENTS OF NURSING SCI.   3.0 Credit(s)
This course investigates the study of knowledge shared among members of the nursing discipline, the patterns of knowing and knowledge development, criteria for evaluating knowledge claims, and the philosophy of science. The nature of theory, theory development in nursing, and significant conceptualizations of nursing are discussed. Through guided search and discussion, doctoral students will become knowledgeable about the utilization of theory to guide practice.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 710 HEALTH CARE POLICY ADVOCACY & ETHICS   3.0 Credit(s)
This course explores the effect of the interrelationship between policy, advocacy, and ethics on clinical practice and health care leadership. The advanced practice nurse's role in health care policy and planning is examined. An overview of issues in health care policy and planning, including the socio-political and economic context of health and health-seeking behaviors will be provided. Health care policy and planning at the local, state, and federal levels will be considered. Issues in clinical practice will be examined for how legislation and regulations impact care. The course examines the structure and function of legislative and regulatory organizations, governance, public relations, and global health care issues. Broader social issues common to the care of underserved and vulnerable populations will be examined. Ethical dimensions of public policy formulations and implementation will be highlighted.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 720 Leading Quality Initiatives & Info Sys   3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces the fundamentals of patient safety and quality improvement (QI) in a variety of healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on the development, implementation, and evaluation/measurement of evidence-based healthcare QI practices. Management of complex system change within the healthcare environment is reviewed as part of the QI process. Examining key issues related to patient safety is an important concept throughout this course. Information Systems (IS) is also addressed throughout this course to examine the best application to the QI process along with daily practice needs. Students examine key processes involved in optimal patient safety, outcomes, and the overall delivery of health care services.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 721 PROJECT TOPIC DEVELOPMENT   1.0 Credit(s)
In the first of six clinical seminars, Doctor of Nursing Practice students will-under the guidance of DNP-lead faculty mentors, nursing faculty, and external advisors- synthesize, integrate, and translate newly acquired knowledge and skills in the implementation and evaluation of their selected project over the course of the DNP program. This first seminar will assist DNP students in developing the abstract, problem statement, evidence review plan, and evaluation. Prerequisite: Take NU-700 and NU-710
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 722 PROJ. METHODOLOGY DEVELOPMENT   1.0 Credit(s)
In the second of six clinical seminars, Doctor of Nursing Practice students will-under the guidance of DNP-lead faculty mentors, nursing faculty, and external advisors- synthesize, integrate, and translate newly acquired knowledge and skills in the implementation and evaluation of their selected project over the course of the DNP program. This second seminar will assist DNP students in developing the methodology including but not limited to: setting, sample size, description of measures with reliability and validity, procedures for implementation, and plans for data analysis or evaluation. Prerequisite: Take NU-721
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 723 PROPOSAL PRESENTATION   1.0 Credit(s)
In the third of six clinical seminars, Doctor of Nursing Practice students will-under the guidance of DNP lead faculty mentors, nursing faculty, and external advisors-synthesize, integrate, and translate newly acquired knowledge and skills in the implementation and evaluation of their selected project over the course of the DNP program. During the semester, students will present their proposals in an oral format for the three members of their DNP project team. Prerequisite: Take NU-721 NU-722 and NU-735
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 724 RESP CONDUCT OF RESEARCH   1.0 Credit(s)
In the fourth of six clinical seminars, Doctor of Nursing Practice students will-under the guidance of DNP-lead faculty mentors, nursing faculty, and external advisors- synthesize, integrate, and translate newly acquired knowledge and skills in the implementation and evaluation of their selected project over the course of the DNP program. During this fourth seminar, DNP students will be required to complete research ethics education through the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI). The lead faculty mentor will guide the students in Institutional Review Board (IRB) policies, procedures, and approval process both at Sacred Heart University and from all institutions where they are conducting data collection and analysis. Prerequisite: Take NU-730 or NU-735 and NU-750 or NU-755
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 725 PROJ IMPLIMENTATION & DATA ANALYSIS   1.0 Credit(s)
In the fifth of six clinical seminars, Doctor of Nursing Practice students will-under the guidance of DNP-lead faculty mentors, nursing faculty, and external advisors- synthesize, integrate, and translate newly acquired knowledge and skills in the implementation and evaluation of their selected project over the course of the DNP program. During this fifth seminar, DNP students will be in the implementation phase of the research, including data collection and data analysis. Students will report results of the DNP project using appropriate statistics and analysis. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-721 NU-722 NU-723 NU-724 NU-735 NU-755
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 726 PROJ PRESENT DISSEMINATION & EVAL   1.0 Credit(s)
In the last of six clinical seminars, Doctor of Nursing Practice students will-under the guidance of DNP lead faculty mentors, nursing faculty, and external advisors- synthesize, integrate, and translate newly acquired knowledge and skills in the implementation and evaluation of their selected project over the course of the DNP program. During this sixth seminar, DNP students will be summarizing the conclusions of the DNP project. Students will conclude with recommendations for future research and a final summary. Lastly, during this final semester, students will publically present their DNP projects in an oral format for the three members of their DNP project team. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-721 NU-722 NU-723 NU-724 NU-725ýNU-735 NU-755 NU-810;
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 735 CLN SCH & ANAL METHODS FOR EBP I   3.0 Credit(s)
This course will review doctoral level practice scholarship and principles of evidence-based practice. Students learn how to build a practice based on clinical expertise, best current evidence, patient values/preferences/goals, and available resources.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 740 EPIDEMIOLOGY & POPULATION HEALTH   3.0 Credit(s)
The primary focus of this course is to equip students with a foundation in clinical prevention and population health. This course introduces students to the methods used by epidemiologists to assess factors associated with the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations and to read, interpret, and apply literature using epidemiologic and statistical methods. Topics include a discussion of the historical background as well as practical applications of epidemiology, methods for identifying and evaluating sources of health applications of epidemiology, methods for identifying and evaluating sources of health information, calculation of key epidemiologic measures and investigation techniques, and an evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of different study designs. Current concepts of public health, health promotion, evidence-based recommendations, determinants of health, environmental/occupational health, and cultural diversity and sensitivity are integrated throughout the course. Specifically, this course examines methods for describing disease rates and other vital statistics; cohort, case-control, and cross sectional studies; odds ratios, relative risks, their confidence intervals, and tests of significance; and concepts of confounding, effect modification, and bias. A basic understanding of introductory biostatistics is required for this course. This foundation will enable students to analyze epidemiological, biostatistical, occupational, and environmental data in the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical prevention and population health.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 741 CURRICULUM DESIGN ADV. NE   3.0 Credit(s)
The purpose of this elective course is to provide students the opportunities to examine research-based educational theory and evidence-based teaching/learning strategies to design and implement instruction for diverse learners and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of instruction. In addition, analysis and synthesis of theories and concepts related to curriculum development and evaluation in education are emphasized. A practicum experience is a required component of the course.
Offered: As Needed All Years

NU 742 LEADERSHIP IN ADV. NURSING ED   3.0 Credit(s)
The purpose of this elective course is to engage students in an analysis and synthesis of concepts and theories basic to the nurse educator in a leadership role in academia. Emphasis is on current issues and trends in nursing education, the role of the DNP nurse educator, knowledge necessary for success in a leadership role such as the accreditation process and the relationship between the school/department of nursing and state board of nursing. In addition, relevant topics such leadership theory, policy, and legal and ethical issues will be discussed. A practicum experience is a required component of the course. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-741
Offered: As Needed All Years

NU 743 EPIDEMIOLOGY & POPULATION HEALTH   3.0 Credit(s)
In this course students expand their focus from individual client care to consideration of populations, community, and economic challenges within the changing environment of healthcare. Students learn methods of interpretation of epidemiological literature to support evidence based practice change, program development or policy/regulatory initiatives. Students learn descriptive and analytic epidemiological methods, to measure disease burden, to apply epidemiological principles to disease causation, to organize epidemiological information, and to measure disease frequencies. Prerequisite: TAKE NU-604
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 745 EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is designed to teach evidence based practice skills that will enable students to conduct extensive evaluations of existing literature to improve patient care. Prerequisite: Take NU-604
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 755 CLN SCH & ANA METH FOR EBP II   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is the second of two doctoral level research courses. Course content emphasizes the conceptual understanding of research design and methods, and measurements commonly used in research. Application of research methods and design, principles of measurement, and advanced biostatistics that contribute to improved clinical decisions and outcomes are presented. The use of biostatistical techniques as well as how to apply them with confidence and interpret research findings and evidence in the literature are discussed. Prerequisite: Take NU-735
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems Contact Department

NU 760 STRAT LEADERSHIP & COLL IN HEALTH CARE   3.0 Credit(s)
This course addresses organizational and systems leadership skills for advanced leadership in practice to improve clinical health care systems and promote excellence in care. Focus is on transformational leadership, strategic visioning and planning, collaboration with the health care team to make data driven decisions at both the micro and macro systems level. Understanding how healthcare is financed and the implications for health care organizations are applied. This course is a leadership elective 3-credit course for the PM/DNP Hybrid Program student.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 770 ADVANCED CARE OF SPECIAL POPULATIONS   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is designed to enable the doctoral student to refine and expand the diagnostic and management skills necessary to care for vulnerable and disenfranchised populations. The elimination of health disparities has been identified as an area of research emphasis by the National Institute of Nursing Research. This course examines health determinants and health disparities within the United States as well as in the global community. The student will examine health disparities and the burden of disease within social, cultural, political, economic, and environmental contexts using a systematic, multidisciplinary approach. Given the complexity of care, growth of information and biomedical technology, an aging and increasingly diverse population, and worsening disparities in care, this course will prepare the student to fill the growing societal need for expert clinicians. This course focuses on the complex management of healthcare problems experienced by special populations across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on content specific to the special populations in the areas of infectious disease, psychiatric care, and care of medically underserved populations such as the homeless, refugee populations, and the incarcerated. Case examples and clinical experiences are provided that allows students to become increasingly independent in their own clinical practice with respect to critical thinking and problem-solving. Emphasis in role development is placed on effecting change and integration of the multiple roles for advanced practice nurses in an interdisciplinary, integrated health system.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 780 LEAD. CHRON DIS MGMT AGING POPULATIONS   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is designed for graduate students in the DNP program who seek to gain leadership skills and knowledge in the management of chronic disease and aging populations. Doctoral students will synthesize knowledge from physiological, psychological, and sociological/cultural perspectives that are important to the aging person and their families. Evidence-based practice guidelines are used to support clinical management plans and optimal patient outcomes for geriatric clients in both inpatient and primary care settings. Ethical principles will be used to guide clinical decision-making when complex problems or issues create a dilemma in the delivery of care to elderly populations (i.e., elder abuse, reimbursement-driven care, and advanced directives). The application of advanced nursing practice theory into supervised clinical practice will be included and emphasized.
Offered: Summer 1 Semester All Years

NU 781 INTRODUCTION TO PALLIATIVE CARE   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is an introduction to palliative care nursing within a quality of life framework. The emphasis is on symptom management and care for the patient and family experiencing a life threatening illness with a focus on end of life care. The student will explore the role of the advanced practice nurse on the interdisciplinary palliative care team. Nursing leadership responsibilities in palliative care as it relates to policy, research and practice to improve patient and system outcomes are discussed. This 3-credit course is required for the FNP/DNP student and is an elective for the post MSN DNP student.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 782 EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP   3.0 Credit(s)
Ongoing transformation of the health care environment requires that nurse leaders develop capacities in new arenas in order to address aggregate health, system, and global needs. Guided by various leadership models in health care, this course explores advanced leadership development opportunities in data analytics, entrepreneurship, and globalization. The focus will be on understanding leadership models as guides to influence behavior, data analytics as a strategy for improving outcomes of care, entrepreneurship for professional autonomy and meeting social needs, and globalization for improving global health. This course is an elective 3-credit course for the post MSN DNP student.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 783 Leadership Chronic Disease + Palliative   3.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on chronic disease management models within a quality of life framework.  Students will use evidence-based practice guidelines to support clinical management plans with the goal of symptom control and optimizing health outcomes. The role of the advanced practice nurse on the interdisciplinary palliative care team will be explored to gain an understanding of nursing leadership responsibilities as relates to policy, research and practice to improve patient and system outcomes. Ethical principles will guide clinical decision making when complex problems create a dilemma in the delivery of care to chronically ill and aging populations. This course is a leadership elective 3-credit course for the PM/DNP Hybrid Program student.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 799 SPEC TOPICS INDEPENDENT STUDY   1.0-6.0 Credit(s)
This independent study is designed for use by students who require between one and six additional semester course hours to complete work to meet degree requirements   (e.g., project work, practicum hours, etc.).  Adviser and program director approval required.
Offered: All Semesters All Years

NU 810 DNP SCHOLARSHIP & ADVANCED PRACTICE   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is a role transition seminar and colloquium that assists the student in preparing for expanded roles and self-reflection. The student synthesizes, integrates, and translates knowledge, skills, and attitudes that have been acquired throughout the program. Practice immersion experiences are designed by students based on AACN Essentials competency self-assessment and scholarly interests.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 820 DNP SCHOLARSHIP & ADVANCED PRACTICE II   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is a role transition seminar and colloquium that will assist the student in preparing for expanded roles and self-reflection. The student synthesizes, integrates, and translates knowledge, skills, and attitudes that have been acquired throughout the program. Practice immersion experiences will be designed by students based on AACN Essentials competency self-assessment and scholarly interests. Scholarly writing, grant proposals, and career development strategies will be discussed. Prerequisite: Take NU-810
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

NU 821 DNP PROJECT TOPIC DEVELOPMENT   1.0 Credit(s)
The first of four project seminars, the student uses knowledge and skills related to topic development. This seminar prepares the student to identify a project topic. Prerequisite: Take NU-745
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 822 PROJECT PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT   1.0 Credit(s)
The second of four project seminars. Under the guidance of faculty, lead, and mentor, the student uses knowledge and skill in the implementation and evaluation of the project. Thestudent completes the project evidence review, recommendations and proposal development. Prerequisite: Take NU-821
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 823 DNP PROJECT PROPOSAL PRESENTATION   1.0 Credit(s)
This course is the third of 4 project seminars. Under the guidance of the course faculty, DNP project lead, and practice mentor, the student synthesizes, integrates, and translates newly acquired knowledge and skills in the implementation and evaluation of the selected project. In this seminar, the student completes the DNP proposal presentation. Prerequisite: Take NU-822
Offered: Summer Semester All Years

NU 824 DNP PROJECT FINAL PRESENTATION   1.0 Credit(s)
This course is the last of the four project seminars. Under the guidance of faculty, lead, and mentor, the student uses knowledge and skills in the implementation and evaluation of the selected project. The studnt completes the final project presentation. Prerequisite: Take NU-823
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 831 CLINICAL IMMERSION I   2.0 Credit(s)
This course is a clinical practice immersion experience and is individually designed based on the Family Nurse Practitioner student's clinical interests. Specialty clinical experiences and procedure workshops will be used to provide opportunities for increasing clinical skills and competency. Students prepare for a Family Nurse Practitioner national board certification examination using review techniques and online predictor examinations. Prerequisite: Take NU-823
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

NU 832 CLINICAL IMMERSION II   2.0 Credit(s)
This course is a clinical practice immersion experience and is individually designed based on the Family Nurse Practitioner student's clinical interests. Specialty clinical experiences and procedure workshops will be used to provide opportunities for increasing clinical skills and competency. Students prepare for a FNP national board certification examination using review techniques and online predictor examinations in preparation for licensure and employment. Prerequisite: Take NU-831
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

NU 900 CONTINOUS REGISTRATION   1.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed All Years

NU 902 TELEHEALTH TECHNOLOGY IN APRN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE   0.0 Credit(s)
Course description: This course focuses on the evidence base for telehealth practice; cultural, socioeconomic, and geographic influences on telehealth adoption; interprofessional collaboration in telehealth practice; and ethical considerations in telehealth practice. Prerequisite: Take NU-901
Offered: Modules 2 & 4 All Years

NU 903 INTERGRATION OF TELEHEALTH IN CLINICAL PRACTICE   0.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on management and education of complex diseases in patients and families utilizing telehealth models by use of case scenarios. Students will examine standards for integrating telehealth technology and services in providing care as well as analyze methods of evaluating clinical outcomes. Prerequisite: Take NU-901 and NU-902
Offered: Modules 1 & 3 All Years

NU 904 APPLICATION OF TELEHEALTH TECHNOLOGY IN CLINICAL PRACTICE   0.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on applying skills and knowledge learned in previous courses that provide hands on experience with telehealth applications for the APRN specialty. Prerequisite: Take NU-901 NU-902 NU-903
Offered: Modules 2 & 4 All Years

NU ELEC NURSING ELECTIVE   1.0-9.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department