All Courses Offered at School of Nursing

Course Listing and Descriptions

DEPT	SUBJECT	NUMBER	CREDITS	COURSE NAME

1-6	NUR	3045	HPD (credits)	RESEARCH PRACTICUM
	This course focuses on the student’s development of selected research skills in collaboration with a mentor and his or her research team. Each student has the opportunity to design a practicum that complements prior research experience and is tailored to his or her current learning needs. The array of course activities may include by not be limited to developing a research proposal, submitting it as part of a grant application, preparing a protocol for submission to the institutional review board, assisting with recruitment or data collection activities for ongoing investigation, learning data management skills, participating in performance of laboratory procedures, participating in research team meetings, conducting literature searches, and preparing abstracts and/or manuscripts for presentation or publication.

ATC	NUR	0003	1 (credits)	NURSING ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II LAB
	This laboratory course is designed to provide students with hands-on experience related to the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Laboratory sessions complement the lecture component of NUR 0013. Laboratory instruction emphasizes structure and how it relates to function and the maintenance of homeostasis in the whole body.

ATC	NUR	0020	4 (credits)	PATHOPHYSIOLOGIC FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING CARE
	This course will focus on human responses to illness expressed at the physiologic, pathophysiologic, experiential and behavioral levels. Human responses will be examined in terms of assessments appropriate to selected problems, rationale for nursing and medical interventions, and therapeutic effectiveness.

ATC	ORBIOL	0031	4 (credits)	MICROBIOLOGY 1
	This is an introductory course in microbiology designed for nursing students with no previous microbiology background. Three major areas included are the microorganisms, the immune mechanisms of the host, and the interaction of the host and the microorganisms in the disease process and in homeostasis. This course included a laboratory series which is coordinated with the lecture content. Major emphasis is placed on infectious diseases and infection control at the nursing level.

ATC	ORBIOL	0032	0 (credits)	MICROBIOLOGY 1 LAB
	Content is devoted to the development of student's basic laboratory skills, application of microbiological methods and will emphasize performance, scientific investigation, and safety.

ATC	NUR	0051	3 (credits)	INTRO TO PROFESSIONAL NURSING
	THIS COURSE PROVIDES A BROAD OVERVIEW AND SYNTHESIS OF THE ISSUES AND TRENDS MOST RELEVANT TO THE PRACTICE OF PROFESSIONAL NURSING. HISTORICAL, CONTEMPORARY AND POTENTIAL INFLUENCES ON PROFESSIONAL NURSING PRACTICE ARE REVIEWED. AN EMPHASIS ON THE UNIQUE AND VARIED ROLES OF NURSES IN TODAY'S INTERDISCIPLINARY HEALTH CARE ENVIRONMENT ARE EXAMINED WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF INDIVIDUAL, FAMILY, COMMUNITY, AND GLOBAL HEALTH. CHARACTERISTICS AND MAJOR CHANGES IN HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMS (FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL) ARE DISCUSSED. COMPONENTS OF PROFESSIONAL NURSING VALUES AND CORE PRACTICE COMPETENCIES ARE PRESENTED. THE CONCEPT OF AN EVIDENCE-BASED APPROACH TO CLINICAL PRACTICE IS INTRODUCED. CRITICAL THINKING STRATEGIES ARE INTRODUCED IN THE CONTEXT OF THE NURSING PROCESS.

ATC	NUR	0080	0 (credits)	FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING PRACTICE I
	This course focuses on concepts of communication, therapeutic intervention and decision making as they relate to the nursing process. Techniques of assessment of the physical, psychological, sociocultural and developmental dimensions of the individual will be explored through a variety of learning strategies. Variations of expected fundings based on influences such as age, social condition and culture will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the therapeutic interventions of safety, hygiene, and comfort, health assessment and health promotion.

ATC	NUR	0080	5 (credits)	FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING PRACTICE
	This course focuses on concepts of communication, therapeutic intervention and decision making as they relate to the nursing process. Techniques of assessment of the physical, psychological, sociocultural and developmental dimensions of the individual will be explored through a variety of learning strategies. Variations of expected findings based on influences such as age, social condition and culture will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the therapeutic interventions of safety, hygiene and comfort, health assessment and health promotion.

ATC	NUR	0081	0 (credits)	FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING PRACTICE II
	The focus is on the cognitive basis, scientific principles and initial manipulative component of psychomotor skills used when providing nursing care which promotes, restores and maintains the health of the patient. During laboratory sessions students will have opportunity to practice simulated clinical skills. Nursing process, critical thinking and decision making serve as the framework for acquisition of clinical psychomotor skills. Through active laboratory participation, the student will demonstrate self direction as a learner.

ATC	NUR	0081	2 (credits)	FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING PRACTICE 2
	The focus is on the cognitive basis, scientific principles and initial manipulative component of psychomotor skills used when providing nursing care which promotes, restores and maintains the health of the patient. During laboratory sessions students will have opportunity to practice simulated clinical skills. Nursing process, critical thinking and decision making serve as the framework for acquisition of clinical psychomotor skills. Through active laboratory participation, the student will demonstrate self direction as a learner.

ATC	NUR	0082	0 (credits)	NURS MGMT ADULT ACUTE/CHRONIC
	Course focuses on the nursing care of hospitalized adults with acute and/or chronic illnesses. Students will be guided in critical thinking exercises and the use of therapeutic nursing interventions in management of hospitalized adults. Students will care for in-patients (2 days/week) who require medical and/or surgical treatments and who are not experiencing a complicated illness course. Successful completion of the clinical portion of the course is necessary to pass the course.

ATC	NUR	0082	7 (credits)	NURS MGMT ADULT ACUTE/CHRONIC
	Course focuses on the nursing care of hospitalized adults with acute and/or chronic illnesses. Students will be guided in critical thinking exercises and the use of therapeutic nursing interventions in management of hospitalized adults. Students will care for in-patients (2days/week) who require medical and/or surgical treatments and who are not experiencing a complicated illness course. Successful completion of the clinical portion of the course is necessary to pass the course.

ATC	NUR	1051	3 (credits)	NUR ADULTS EXPER CARDIAC ARRHYTH
	Course focuses on nursing care of adults with cardiac arrhythmias. Critical decision making and nursing responsibilities with respect to electrocardiographic interpretation and the institution of prescribed treatment are addressed. Emphasis is placed on the fundamentals of basic electrocardiography including arrhythmia classification, recognition and etiology, Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the heart including coronary blood flow are synthesized and applied to the interpretation of cardiac conduction disturbances along with nursing implications.

ATC	NUR	1061	(credits)	INDEPENDENT STUDY
	An independent study is a student-initiated experience planned to permit students to pursue an area of interest in nursing with guidance of a faculty preceptor.

ATC	NUR	1085	3 (credits)	ETHICS IN NURSING AND HEALTH CARE
	THIS COURSE INTRODUCES STUDENTS TO THE DOMAIN OF CLINICAL ETHICS AS A FOUNDATION FOR DEVELOPING ETHICAL EXPERTISE IN NURSING PRACTICE. THE COURSE FOCUSES ON CONTEMPORARY NURSING AND HEALTH CARE ISSUES THAT RAISE PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL ETHICAL CONCERNS. EMPHASIS IS PLACED ON CULTURAL DIFFERENCES, CURRENT LEGISLATION, POLITICAL AND RELIGIOUS CONTROVERSY, ECONOMIC CONSTRAINTS, AND PROFESSIONAL COMMITMENT RELATED TO THE RESOLUTION OF THE IDENTIFIED ETHICAL DILEMMAS. THE PROCESS OF ETHICAL ANALYSIS AND REASONING IS USED TO RESOLVE REPRESENTATIVE PATIENT AND HEALTH CARE SITUATIONS.

ATC	NUR	1110	3 (credits)	PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
	Examination of the major categories of pharmacologic agents and application of pharmacologic concepts to clinical nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on understanding the physiologic actions of the drugs, expected patient responses, major side effects, and implications for nursing.

ATC	NUR	1120	0 (credits)	ADV NURS MGT ADULT ACUTE/COMPLEX
	This course focuses on nursing care of the adults experiencing acute and complex illnesses. Emphasis is placed on the prioritization and decision making processes of nursing care and the nursing responsibilities associated with diagnostic studies, medical/surgical management, evaluation of outcomes, health promotion and support for individuals and families experiencing acute and complex health problems. Collaboration with interdisciplinary health professionals in health restoration is fostered. Clinical experiences are offered in acute care, critical care and monitored units.

ATC	NUR	1120	5 (credits)	ADV NURS MGT ADULT ACUTE/COMPLEX
	This course focuses on nursing care of the adults experiencing acute and complex illnesses. Emphasis is placed on the prioritization and decision making processes of nursing care and the nursing responsibilities associated with diagnostic studies, medical/surgical management, evaluation of outcomes, health promotion and support for individuals and families experiencing acute and complex health problems. Collaboration with interdisciplinary health professionals in health restoration is fostered. Clinical experiences are offered in acute care, critical care and monitored units.

ATC	NUR	1121	0 (credits)	ADV CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING
	Course focuses on the nursing management of the adult experiencing acute or complex illnesses with an alteration in multiple body systems. Principles of crisis intervention are integrated to design interactions for adult clients who have life threatening, physiological and possibly psychological problems. The student's ability to apply nursing process using critical thinking is expanded through classroom and clinical activities. Collaboration with interdisciplinary health professionals in health promotion and restoration is fostered.

ATC	NUR	1121	5 (credits)	ADV CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING
	Course focuses on the nursing management of the adult experiencing acute or complex illnesses with an alteration in multiple body systems. Principles of crisis intervention are integrated to design interactions for adult clients who have life threatening, physiological and possibly psychological problems. The student's ability to apply nursing process using critical thinking is expanded through classroom and clinical activities. Collaboration with interdisciplinary health professionals in health promotion and restoration is fostered.

ATC	NUR	1122	0 (credits)	TRANSITIONS
	This course is designed to facilitate the transition to professional practice through the preceptorship of registered nurses in a variety of settings. Students will be able to synthesize knowledge about the professional nursing role and increase their res

ATC	NUR	1122	6 (credits)	TRANSITIONS
	This course is designed to facilitate the transition to professional practice through the preceptorship of registered nurses in a variety of settings. Students will be able to synthesize knowledge about the professional nursing role and increase their responsibility and accountability to patient care. Theory related to professional nursing roles, patient care management, and leadership will be presented. In addition, health care policy related to nursing issues will be examined.

atc	NUR	1131	1-2 (credits)	INTERPROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE TEAMS
	THIS COURSE PROVIDES A REVIEW OF INTERPROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE TEAMS, BARRIERS AND FACILITATORS, ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES OF VARIOUS MEMBERS OF THE HEALTHCARE TEAM, AND STRATEGIES THAT HELP TO INCORPORATE TEAMS WITHIN A VARIETY OF HEALTHCARE SETTINGS. THE STUDENT IS GUIDED THROUGH METHODS OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT IN HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS. THE COURSE PROVIDES A BASIS FOR INCORPORATING NURSING AS AN INTEGRAL MEMBER OF THE HEALTHCARE TEAM

ATC	NUR	1133	9 (credits)	TRANSTN INTO PROF NUR PRACTICE
	Course is designed to facilitate the transition into professional practice thru preceptorship with Registered Nurses in a variety of settings. Students synthesize knowledge about the professional nursing role and increase their responsibility and accountability for nursing practice for individuals, families, and aggregates. Theory related to professional nursing roles, patient care management, and leadership is presented. In addition, health care policy related to specific nursing issues is examined.

ATC	NUR	1134	3 (credits)	TRANSITION INTO PROFESSIONAL NURSING
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO FACILITATE THE TRANSITION INTO PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE THROUGH THE PRECEPTORSHIP WITH REGISTERED NURSES IN A VARIETY OF SETTINGS. STUDENTS SYNTHESIZE KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE PROFESSIONAL NURSING ROLES AND INCREASE THEIR RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR NURSING PRACTICE FOR INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND AGGREGATES. THEORY RELATED TO PROFESSIONAL NURSING ROLES, PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT, AND LEADERSHIP IS PRESENTED. IN ADDITION, HEALTH CARE POLICY RELATED TO SPECIFIC NURSING ISSUES IS EXAMINED.

ATC	NUR	1220	5 (credits)	ADV NUR MGT ADLT ACUTE/COMPLEX
	This course focuses on nursing care of the adults experiencing acute and complex illnesses. Emphasis is placed on the prioritization and decision making processes of nursing care and the nursing responsibilities associated with diagnostic studies, medical/surgical management, evaluation of outcomes, health promotion and support for individuals and families experiencing acute and complex health problems. Collaboration with interdisciplinary health professionals in health restoration is fostered. Clinical experiences are offered in acute care, critical care and monitored units.

ATC	NUR	1221	4 (credits)	ADVANCED CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING
	This course focuses on the nursing management of the adult who experiences an acute or complex illness with an alteration in multiple body systems. The students’ ability to apply the nursing process using critical thinking skills is expanded through classroom and clinical activities. Professional competence is enhanced through utilization of high fidelity human simulation technology. Collaboration with interdisciplinary health professionals in health promotion and restoration is fostered.

ATC	NUR	1233	5 (credits)	ADV CLIN PROB SOLV/TRANSITION
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO FACILITATE THE TRANSITION INTO PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE THROUGH THE PRECEPTORSHIP WITH REGISTERED NURSES IN A VARIETY OF SETTINGS. STUDENTS SYNTHESIZE KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE PROFESSIONAL NURSING ROLES AND INCREASE THEIR RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR NURSING PRACTICE FOR INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND AGGREGATES. THEORY RELATED TO PROFESSIONAL NURSING ROLES, PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT, AND LEADERSHIP IS PRESENTED. IN ADDITION, HEALTH CARE POLICY RELATED TO SPECIFIC NURSING ISSUES IS EXAMINED.

ATC	NUR	1281	4 (credits)	FOUNDATIONS OF PROFESSIONAL NURSING PRACTICE
	This course introduces students to the profession of nursing from historical and contemporary perspectives. Students will be provided with the beginning knowledge and skills for health assessment and initial cognitive and manipulative components of psychomotor skills used when providing nursing care for individuals throughout the life span. Nursing process, critical thinking, and decision making serve as the framework for acquisition of health assessment and psychomotor skills. Through active laboratory participation the student will demonstrate self-direction as a learner.

ATC	NUR	1282	6 (credits)	NURSING MANAGEMENT OF THE ADULT WITH ACUTE/CHRONIC HEALTH CARE PROBLEMS
	This course focuses on the nursing care of hospitalized adults with acute/chronic illnesses. Students will be guided in critical thinking exercises and the use of therapeutic interventions and research findings in management of hospitalized adults. Students will care for in-patients who require medical-surgical treatments and who are not experiencing a complicated illness course. Common concepts of care and common problems encountered in the care of ill adults and elderly clients will be emphasized including societal and cultural influences.

ATC	NUR	1610	3 (credits)	APPLIED PATHOPHYS FOR CLIN PRAC
	This upper division course reviews developments in the basic and clinical sciences. It is intended to provide the basis for graduate education for advanced practice nurses. Implications of the aging process, nutrition, and drug therapies are discussed as they apply to selected scientific developments and diseases.

ATC	NUR	1635	2 (credits)	Nursing in India
	Expanding globalization of society is making increasing demands on the professional nurse to understand differing perspectives, traditions, religions, politics, cultures, and health maintenance behaviors. Thru faculty-led discussions, observations, and interactions with Indian healthcare providers, this study abroad program is designed to promote an enhanced understanding of nursing practice and education in India. Students will experience nursing care and nursing education with English-speaking nurse mentors and students thru the Emmanuel Hospital Assn in Northern India.

ATC	NUR	1640	3 (credits)	LEADERSHIP IN MILITARY NURSING
	This elective course is designed to enhance nurse cadets' leadership ability and technical competence. This course has two components: leadership training and precepted clinical experience.

ATC	NUR	1670	2 (credits)	Intravenous Therapy: Principles and Practice
	Course focuses on principles involved in initiating and maintaining IV therapy and the variety of devices used to deliver IV meds. The preferred and recommended techniques to effectively insert IV devices will be reviewed and discussed. Anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system will be reviewed. Venipuncture techniques and equipment will be introduced and examined. Emphasis will be placed on specialty IV devices and the appropriateness of their use. Complications of IV therapy and specialty lines will also be addressed.

ATC	NUR	1690	2 (credits)	EXPLORING CANCER CARE
	The overall objective of this course is to provide the student a broad introduction to cancer care and the role of the professional within this specialty. Through the use of discussion, presentations and observational experiences, students explore various aspects of cancer care. Specific cancers, therapies and care issues are explored. The health needs of the cancer patient and family are examined. Health promotion through education, screening and early detection as recommended thru the American Cancer Society and Healthy People 2000/2010 will be emphasized.

ATC	NUR	1710	3 (credits)	APPLIED ADULT CARDIOPULMONARY CRITICAL CARE
	THE PURPOSE OF THIS COURSE IS TO PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO SYNTHESIZE AND APPLY CONCEPTS RELATED TO THE CARDIOPULMONARY ASSESSMENT AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY MANAGEMENT OF CRITICALLY ILL ADULTS. THROUGH THE USE OF PRESENTATIONS AND LABORATORY SESSIONS, THE STUDENT WILL EXPLORE THE PATHOPHYSIOLOGIC BASIS OF CRITICAL CARDIOPULMONARY INSTABILITY, PHYSICAL AND TECHNOLOGIC ASSESSMENT PARAMETERS, AND TREATMENT MODALITIES COMMONLY UTILIZED IN THE CARE OF THESE PATIENTS IN THE INTENSIVE CARE UNIT. INTERACTIVE LABORATORY DEMONSTRATION OF VASOACTIVE DRUGS, ARTERIAL, CENTRAL VENOUS AND PULMONARY ARTERY MONITORING, ARTIFICIAL AIRWAYS, MECHANICAL VENTILATION AND RHYTHM STRIP INTERPRETATION WILL BE PROVIDED. CRITICAL CLINICAL DECISION MAKING AND NURSING RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC TO DYSRHYTHMIA INTERPRETATION ARE ADDRESSED, INCLUDING INSTITUTION OF APPROPRIATE IMMEDIATE NURSING INTERVENTION, PHARMACOLOGICAL, AND ELECTRICAL THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS BASED ON ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (ACLS) ALGORITHMS. FURTHER, STUDENTS WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SYNTHESIZE AND APPLY THIS INFORMATION WITHIN PATIENT CARE SCENARIOS OF RESPIRATORY AND CARDIAC INSTABILITY.

ATC	NUR	1740	2 (credits)	APPLIED CONCEPTS WITH CHF
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO ASSIST STUDENTS TO APPLY CONCEPTS RELATED TO THE ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF PATIENTS WITH CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE (CHF). STUDENTS WILL EXPLORE THE PHYSIOLOGIC BASIS OF COMMON CARDIOVASCULAR PATHOLOGIES, AS SESSMENT TECHNIQUES, DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES, AND TREATMENT MODALITIES COMMONLY UTILIZED IN THE CARE OF CHF PATIENTS. HEALTH PROMOTION STRATEGIES, APPROPRIATE SCREENING, AND PATIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION WILL BE EMPHASIZED.

ATC	NUR	1770	2 (credits)	Nursing Care of Adults Experiencing Cardiac Dysrhythmias
	COURSE IS FOCUSED ON INTERPRETATION AND MANAGEMENT OF CARDIAC DYS RHYTHMIAS OCCURRING IN THE ADULT. MASTERY OF CARDIAC RHYTHM INTERPRETATION IS THE END GOAL. CRITICAL CLINICAL DECISION MAKING AND NURSING RESPONSIBILITES SPECIFIC TO DYSRHYTHMIAS INTERPRETED ARE ADDRESSED, INCLUDING INSTITUTION OF APPROPRIATE PHARMACOLOGICAL AND ELECTRICAL THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS BASED ON ACLS ALGORITHMS. INFORMATION ON BASIS OF ELECTRO-PHYSIOLOGY, DYSRHYTHMIAS ETIOLOGIES AND ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHIC MONITORING IS PROVIDED. CASE STUDIES AND MULTIPLE EXAMPLES ARE USED TO SUPPORT REPETITIVE PRACTICE IN RHYTHM INTERPRETATION.

ATC	NUR	1865	2 (credits)	FUNDAMENTALS OF DISASTER AND MASS CASUALTY CARE
	This course is designed to build on the base of medical-surgical nursing and to provide the student with an understanding of the causes, prevention, and mitigation of disasters and insight into the disaster management system nationally and locally. The course will include content relevant to all disciplines in the disaster care continuum and then focus on nursing's role in these systems.

ATC	NUR	2000	2 (credits)	RESEARCH FOR EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE I
	THIS COURSE EXAMINES THE INTERACTION OF THEORY, RESEARCH, AND CLINICAL EXPERTISE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF EVIDENCE-BASED NURSING PRACTICE. STUDENTS DEVELOP THE SKILLS NEEDED TO IDENTIFY RELEVANT RESEARCH AND TO CRITICALLY APPRAISE PUBLISHED STUDIES TO EVALUATE THEIR QUALITY AND APPLICABILITY TO CLINICAL PRACTICE. STUDENTS GAIN AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE RESEARCH PROCESS, THE CRITICAL APPRAISAL OF PUBLISHED RESEARCH STUDIES THAT USE A VARIETY OF RESEARCH DESIGNS, AND THE ROLE OF RESEARCH IN EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE.

ATC	NUR	2003	2 (credits)	HEALTH PROMOTION
	Health promotion and disease prevention are examined from theoretical foundations to clinical applications. Epidemiological principles are discussed as a basis for focusing health promotion activities and designing interventions. The impact of biology, environment, behavior, nutrition, spirituality, stress and critical life events are explored in a variety of settings. Current research in health promotion is used as the basis for identifying appropriate interventions.

ATC	NUR	2004	4 (credits)	PATHOPHYSIOLOGY ACROSS THE LIFESPAN
	This course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive theoretical foundation of the phenomena that produce alterations in human physiologic function across the life span. Information gained in this course will prepare the student for subsequent courses related to the diagnosis and management of disease processes associated with pathophysiologic dysfunction and alterations.

ATC	NUR	2007	2 (credits)	RESEARCH FOR EBP 2
	DURING THIS COURSE STUDENTS BUILD ON THE KNOWLEDGE THEY ACQUIRED IN NUR 2000 TO DEVELOP AN EVIDENCE-BASED PROTOCOL TO ADDRESS AN ANSWERABLE CLINICAL QUESTION. STUDENTS WILL LEARN HOW TO WRITE AN EVIDENCE-BASED QUESTION, CONDUCT AN EXHAUSTIVE REVIEW OF PUBLISHED LITERATURE ON A CLINICAL TOPIC, INTEGRATE CRITICALLY APPRAISED RESEARCH STUDIES, DEVELOP AN EVIDENCE-BASED PROTOCOL, AND PROPOSE A METHOD TO IMPLEMENT AND EVALUATE THE PROTOCOL. STUDENTS WILL ALSO LEARN TO CRITICALLY APPRAISE PUBLISHED CLINICAL PRACTICE GUIDELINES. STUDENTS WILL DEVELOP AN EVIDENCE-BASED DOCUMENT THAT TRANSFORMS EMPIRICALLY DEVELOPED INFORMATION FOR USE IN CLINICAL PRACTICE.

ATC	NUR	2008	0 (credits)	ETHICS FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING
	THIS COURSE PROVIDES A WEB-BASED LEARNING EXPERIENCE THAT INCLUDES A REVIEW OF BASIC TERMS, CONCEPTS, AND THEORIES RELATED TO ETHICS. THE STUDENT IS GUIDED THROUGH METHODS OF ETHICAL DECISION-MAKING IN CLINICAL, RESEARCH, HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATIONAL, LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL SETTINGS. THE COURSE PROVIDES A BASIS FOR CONTINUING THE STUDY OF ETHICS-BASED ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICE AS INTEGRATED IN SPECIALTY-SPECIFIC COURSES.

ATC	NUR	2009	0 (credits)	POLICY/ORG/FINCG/ OF HLTHCARE
	THIS INNOVATIVE COURSE PROVIDES A WEB-BASED LEARNING EXPERIENCE THAT PROVIDES A BEGINNING UNDERSTANDING OF HEALTH CARE POLICY, ORGANIZATION, AND FINANCING OF HEALTH CARE. THE MODULE CONSISTS OF 3 UNITS. THE FIRST UNIT EXPLORES THE POLICYMAKING PROCESS, THE ROLE OF THE ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE IN THIS PROCESS, AND THE EFFECT OF PUBLIC POLICY ON HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMS. THE SECOND UNIT EXAMINES THE ORGANIZATION AND DELIVERY OF HEALTH CARE WITH AN EMPHASIS ON THE CONTINUUM OF HEALTH CARE, INCLUDING ACUTE, SPECIALIZED, AND COMMUNITY-BASED SYSTEMS. PREPARATION FOR A NURSING LEADERSHIP ROLE IN THESE INTEGRATED CARE SYSTEMS IS ALSO EMPHASIZED. THE THIRD UNIT PRESENTS AN OVERVIEW OF HEALTH CARE FINANCING AS IT RELATES TO THE DELIVERY OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES. THE NURSE’S ROLE AS THE MONITOR OF QUALITY CONTROL, PATIENT SAFETY, AND COST-EFFECTIVE CARE IS EXAMINED IN THE CONTEXT OF CLINICAL DECISION MAKING. THE PURPOSE OF THIS MODULE IS TO EQUIP THE GRADUATE NURSE WITH BEGINNING SKILLS TO INFLUENCE HEALTH POLICY, TO PROVIDE LEADERSHIP IN THE HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEM, AND TO UTILIZE BASIC PRINCIPLES OF FISCAL MANAGEMENT IN MAKING HIGH-QUALITY COST-EFFECTIVE CHOICES IN THE USE OF HEALTH CARE RESOURCES.

ATC	NUR	2010	3 (credits)	HEALTH PROMO/DISEASE PRVNTN
	HEALTH PROMOTION AND DISEASE PREVENTION ARE EXAMINED FROM THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS TO CLINICAL APPLICATIONS. THE COURSE FOCUSES ON INDIVIDUAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH PROMOTION ASSESSMENT, SCREENING, AND INTERVENTIONS IN DIVERSE POPULATIONS. EPIDEMIOLOGICAL PRINCIPLES AND REAL CLINICAL EXAMPLES ARE DISCUSSED AS A BASIS FOR FOCUSING HEALTH PROMOTION ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTIONS. COURSE TOPICS ARE DELINEATED ACCORDING TO HEALTH PEOPLE 2010 GOALS WITH A CORRESPONDING FOCUS ON FACTORS RELATED TO HEALTH CARE DISPARITIES AMONG VULNERABLE POPULATIONS. CURRENT RESEARCH IN HEALTH PROMOTION AND DISEASE PREVENTION IS THE BASIS FOR IDENTIFYING APPROPRIATE INTERVENTIONS IN DIVERSE POPULATIONS AND SETTINGS.

ATC	NUR	2013	1 (credits)	PHYSICAL DIAGNOSIS - MS - CNS
	This clinical course is designed to assist students to gain beginning skills in the diagnostic process and guide the students in the process of obtaining, evaluating, presenting and recording a complete adult data base. Students identify stressors to health and formulate a list of patient health needs, risks and problems to serve as a foundation for planning comprehensive health care in the acute care setting..

ATC	NUR	2020	1 (credits)	PHYSICAL DIAGNOSIS - AC
	This clinical course is designed to assist students to gain beginning skills in the diagnostic process and guide the students in the process of obtaining, evaluating, presenting and recording a complete adult data base. Students identify stressors to health and formulate a list of patient health needs, risk and problems to serve as a foundation for planning comprehensive health care in the acute care setting.

ATC	NUR	2025	1 (credits)	PHYSICAL DIAGNOSIS - ANES
	This course focuses on health assessment of the adult. Concentration is on selected theories, principles and techniques from the physical and behavioral sciences essential to developing the patient data base and to applying the diagnostic process.

ATC	NUR	2033	2 (credits)	DIFFERENTIAL DIAG ACROSS LFSPN
	THIS DIDACTIC COURSE BUILDS UPON THE DIAGNOSTIC PROCESS INTRODUCED IN NUR 2031. USING A PROBLEM-BASED APPROACH TO SYMPTOMS, STUDENTS WILL BE INTRODUCED TO THE DIAGNOSTIC FRAMEWORK, ALGORITHMS, AND TERMINOLOGY THAT WILL ALLOW THEM TO MOVE FROM SYMPTOM TO DIAGNOSIS. EVIDENCE-BASED DIAGNOSIS WILL FOCUS ON THE ACCURACY OF THE HEALTH HISTORY AND SENSITIVITY OF THE PHYSICAL EXAM, LABORATORY STUDIES AND TESTS TO “RULE IN” OR “RULE OUT” SPECIFIC DISEASES. STUDENTS WILL LEARN THE IMPORTANCE OF FORMULATING CLINICAL IMPRESSIONS THAT LEAD TO HYPOTHESIS TESTING IN THE CARE OF PATIENTS ACROSS THE LIFESPAN.

ATC	NUR	2052	1 (credits)	MANUSCRPT DVLPMNT
	The seminar portion of this course focuses on the development of manuscript skills. The laboratory portion focuses on experience with a mentor and the preparation and submission of an article for publication related to the student's work.

ATC	NURSP	2061	3 (credits)	ORGANIZATIONAL & MGT THEORY
	This course focuses on the organization and management, particularly of nursing personnel, in health services organizations. Organizational theories, their analysis, and their application to healthcare services systems will be explored. Management theories will also be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on personnel management aspects relevant to nursing such as licensure, certification, advance practice, nurse extender, etc.

ATC	NURSP	2064	3 (credits)	PRACTICUM IN NURSING SYSTEMS
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE ADMINISTRATION MINOR TRACT AND SERVES AS THEIR CLINICAL PRACTICUM. THIS COURSE WILL PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO OBSERVE, APPLY, ANALYZE AND DISCUSS SELECTED ADMINISTRATIVE AND MANAGERIAL SKILLS AND PROCESSES WHICH ARE RELEVANT TO THE PRACTICE OF NURSING ADMINISTRATION. THE SEMINAR PORTION WILL PROVIDE CONTENT, DISCUSSION, AND INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP ACTIVITIES. A CRITICAL COMPONENT OF THIS COURSE IS THE PRACTICUM WITH A DESIGNATED PRECEPTOR WHO IS EMPLOYED FULL TIME IN A SELECTED SITE. NEGOTIATED SITES AND EXPERIENCES ARE TAILORED TO ENHANCE STUDENT’S CAREER GOALS.

ATC	NURSP	2064	3 (credits)	PRACTICUM IN NURSING SYSTEMS
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE ADMINISTRATION MINOR TRACT AND SERVES AS THEIR CLINICAL PRACTICUM. THIS COURSE WILL PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO OBSERVE, APPLY, ANALYZE AND DISCUSS SELECTED ADMINISTRATIVE AND MANAGERIAL SKILLS AND PROCESSES WHICH ARE RELEVANT TO THE PRACTICE OF NURSING ADMINISTRATION. THE SEMINAR PORTION WILL PROVIDE CONTENT, DISCUSSION, AND INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP ACTIVITIES. A CRITICAL COMPONENT OF THIS COURSE IS THE PRACTICUM WITH A DESIGNATED PRECEPTOR WHO IS EMPLOYED FULL TIME IN A SELECTED SITE. NEGOTIATED SITES AND EXPERIENCES ARE TAILORED TO ENHANCE STUDENT’S CAREER GOALS.

ATC	NUR SP	2091	3 (credits)	FINANCIAL MGT FOR HC LEADERS
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE CLINICIANS WITH A BASIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK USED THROUGHOUT HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATIONS. CORE CONCEPTS SUCH AS REIMBURSEMENT; REVENUE AND EXPENSES; BUDGETING AND VARIANCE ANALYSIS WILL BE DISCUSSED. IN ADDITION, STUDENTS WILL LEARN THE KEY FINANCIAL ELEMENTS OF DEVELOPING AND EVALUATING CLINICAL INITIATIVES.

ATC	NUR	2092	3 (credits)	LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
	THIS IS A BASIC LEADERSHIP COURSE THAT FOCUSES ON THE APPLICATION OF LEADERSHIP THEORY AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF CRITICAL SKILLS NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS IN TODAY’S HEALTH CARE ENVIRONMENT. THE COURSE IS BASED ON FIVE ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES FOR NURSING LEADERSHIP: PROFESSIONALISM, BUSINESS SKILLS AND PRINCIPLES, KNOWLEDGE OF THE HEALTH CARE ENVIRONMENT, COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT, AND TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP.

ATC	NURSP	2093	2 (credits)	EDUC & MENTORING IN CLIN SETTING
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO DEVELOP A THEORETICAL, PRACTICAL, AND EVIDENCE-BASED FOUNDATION FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS IN THE EDUCATION OF PATIENT/FAMILIES, NURSE COLLEAGUES AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS. STUDENTS WILL BROADEN THEIR KNOWLEDGE BASE IN THE DYNAMICS OF HUMAN BEHAVIOR, VALUES CLARIFICATION, EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY AND MOTIVATION WHICH ARE FUNDAMENTAL TO BEHAVIOR CHANGE AND SUSTAINING THAT CHANGE (TRANSFORMATION). CONTENT INCLUDES PRINCIPLES OF ANDRAGOGY AND PEDAGOGY, ANALYSIS OF LEARNING STYLES, REPLETE WITH INSTRUMENTS AND A CONTEMPORARY MODEL FOCUSING UPON BEHAVIOR CHANGE OF EMPLOYEES. MENTORING, THE ROLE AND FUNCTION OF PRECEPTORS, COACHING AND FEEDBACK SKILLS AND APPLICATION OF A COMPETENCY MODEL WILL BE EMPHASIZED.

ATC	NURSP	2095	2 (credits)	CONTEMP ISSUES IN NUR & CNL ROLE SEM
	THIS COURSE FOCUSES ON THE MAJOR CONTEMPORARY ISSUES FACING THE NURSING PROFESSION. PATIENT SAFETY, PROCESS IMPROVEMENT, EFFECTIVE PATIENT CARE AND FAMILY PARTNERSHIPS, IMPROVED CARE COORDINATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE ARE EXAMPLES THAT THE CNL ROLE COULD IMPACT. THE COURSE ALSO FOCUSES ON SUCCESSFUL IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CNL ROLE THROUGH EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE AND APPLICATION OF LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES. STUDENTS WILL BE ASSIGNED TO A TCAB PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT SPECIALIST FOR THEIR CLINICAL PRACTICUM.

ATC	NURNP	2100	0 (credits)	MANAGEMENT OF ADULTS WITH EPISODIC/CHRONIC HEALTH PROBLEMS
	Course is designed to develop a foundation for advanced nursing practice in the management of common episodic and chronic dysfunctions/alterations. Through didactic information and clinical experience, students develop advanced practice skills in patient/family assessment, developing and implementing a management plan and evaluating the plan's effectiveness when caring for patients across the continuum of acute care services. Health promotion, health maintenance, disease prevention and health restoration appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURNP	2100	4 (credits)	MGMT ADULT EPISODIC/CHRONIC HEAL
	Course is designed to develop a foundation for advanced nursing practice in the management of common episodic and chronic dysfunctions/alterations. Through didactic information and clinical experience, students develop advanced practice skills in patient/family assessment, developing and implementing a management plan and evaluating the plan's effectiveness when caring for patients across the continuum of acute care services. Health promotion, health maintenance, disease prevention and health restoration appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURNP	2101	3 (credits)	MGT OF ADULT EPIS/CHRONIC CLIN
	This clinical course is designed to provide opportunities to apply a theoretical, practical and evidence-based foundation for students in the management of common episodic and chronic dysfunctions/alterations. Through clinical experience, students implement advanced practice skills in patient/family assessment, develop and implement a management plan and evaluate the plan's effectiveness when caring for patients across the continuum of the acute health care system. Health promotion and disease prevention appropriate to the patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURNP	2104	3 (credits)	MGT - COMPLEX HLTH PROB
	Course is designed to develop a theoretical, practical and evidence-based foundation for advanced nursing practice in the management of complex health dysfunctions/alterations in the acutely and critically ill adult. Through didactic information and laboratory experience, students develop the knowledge base and psychomotor skills central to planning, implementing and evaluating health care for patients with complex health problems commonly seen in acutely and critically ill adults across the continuum of acute care delivery systems.

ATC	NURNP	2105	6 (credits)	CLIN EMPHASIS - CP
	Course is designed to develop a comprehensive theoretical evidence-based and practical foundation for advanced nursing practice in the management of adults with cardiopulmonary dysfunction/alterations. The course integrates the pathophysiology of these dysfunctions/alterations with appropriate diagnostic parameters and management strategies. Through ongoing clinical experience, students implement the nursing process when caring for patients who are acutely ill and apply the clinical decision-making process in the care of these patients.

ATC	NURNP	2106	6 (credits)	CLIN EMPHASIS - CC
	Course is designed to develop a comprehensive theoretical evidence-based and practical foundation for advanced nursing practice in the management of selected dysfunctions/alterations commonly seen in the critically ill adult. Didactic content focuses on information central to planning, implementing and evaluating therapeutic regimens for patient with problems commonly seen in the critical care setting. Through ongoing clinical experience, students implement the nursing process when caring for patients who are critically ill and apply the clinical decision-making process in care of patients.

ATC	NURNP	2107	6 (credits)	CLIN EMPHASIS - ONC
	Course is designed to develop a comprehensive, theoretical, evidence-based and practical foundation for adv nursing practice in the mgmt of adults with cancer. Course integrates the pathophysiology of problems associated with cancer and its treatment with appropriate diagnostic and management strategies. Through ongoing clinical experience, student will implement the nursing process when caring for patients with cancer. Health promotion and maintenance appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURNP	2109	6 (credits)	CLIN EMPHASIS - DIR STUDY
	Course is designed to develop a comprehensive theoretical evidence-based and practical foundation for advanced nursing practice in the management of adults with dysfunctions/alterations in the selected area of clinical specialization. The course integrates the pathophysiology of dysfunctions/alterations in the selected area with appropriate diagnostic parameters and management strategies. Through ongoing clinical experience, students implement the nursing process when caring for patients who are acutely ill and apply the clinical decision-making process in the care of these patients.

ATC	NURCNS	2110	1-3 (credits)	MASTER'S THESIS
	Individual instruction provides guidance in conducting a nursing research study. The thesis includes the review of literature, methodology, presentation and discussion of findings, application of appropriate statistical measures, and conclusion.

ATC	NUR	2151	3 (credits)	NUR ADLT EXPERNG CARDC ARRHYTM
	Course focuses on nursing care of adults with cardiac arrhythmias. Critical decision making and nursing responsibilities with respect to electrocardiographic interpretation and the institution of prescribed treatment are addressed. Emphasis is placed on the fundamentals of basic electrocardiography including arrhythmia classification, recognition and etiology. Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the heart including coronary blood flow are synthesized and applied to the interpretation of cardiac conduction disturbances along with nursing implications.

ATC	NURSP	2161	1-3 (credits)	INDEPENDENT STUDY
	Students elect an area of interest and work with a specific faculty member to meet agreed upon objectives.

ATC	NURSP	2161	1-3 (credits)	INDEPENDENT STUDY
	Students elect an area of interest and work with a specific faculty member to meet agreed upon objectives.

ATC	NURCNS	2161	1-3 (credits)	INDEPENDENT STUDY
	Students elect an area of interest and work with a specific faculty member to meet agreed upon objectives.

ATC	NURSP	2180	4 (credits)	ADV SPLT OPT: ADLT EPIS/CHRNC AC
	This course is designed to develop a foundation for advanced nursing practice in the care of patients with common episodic and chronic dysfunctions/alterations. The student will develop advanced practice skills in patient/family assessment, developing and implementing a nursing plan and evaluating the plan's effectiveness when caring for patients across the continuum of acute care services. Health promotion, health maintenance, disease prevention and health restoration appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURSP	2185	2 (credits)	ADV SPECLTY OPTN: CPLX HLTH PROB
	This course is designed to develop a theoretical foundation for advanced nursing care of the acutely and critically ill adult. Through didactic information and course assignments, students develop the knowledge base central to planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for patients with complex health problems that are commonly seen in acutely and critically ill adults. Health maintenance, health promotion, disease prevention and health protection appropriate to this patient population will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURSP	2190	3 (credits)	ADV SPECLTY OPT: CARDIOPULMONARY
	This course is designed to develop a comprehensive theoretical and practical foundation for advanced nursing practice in the care of adults with cardiopulmonary dysfunctional alterations with appropriate diagnostic parameters and management strategies. Health promotion, protection and maintenance appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURSP	2191	3 (credits)	ADV SPECLTY OPTN: CRITICAL CARE
	This course is designed to develop a comprehensive theoretical and practical foundation for advanced nursing care of patients with selected dysfunctions/alterations commonly seen in the critically ill adult. Didactic content focuses on information central to planning, implementing and evaluating therapeutic regimens for patients with problems commonly seen in the critical care setting. Aspects of health promotion and maintenance appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURSP	2192	3 (credits)	ADV SPECIALTY OPTION: ONCOLOGY
	This course is designed to develop a comprehensive theoretical and practical foundation for advanced nursing care of patients with cancer dysfunctions/alterations. Didactic content focuses on information central to planning, implementing and evaluating therapeutic regimens for patients with problems commonly seen in the oncology setting. Aspects of health promotion, protection, and maintenance appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURSP	2193	3 (credits)	ADV SPECIALTY OPTION: DIRECTED
	This course is designed to develop a comprehensive theoretical and practical foundation for advanced nursing care of adults with dysfunctions/alterations in the selected area of clinical specialization. The course integrates the pathophysiology of dysfunctions/alterations in the selected area with appropriate diagnostic parameters and management strategies. Aspects of health promotion and maintenance appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURNP	2194	6 (credits)	CLINICAL EMPHASIS: TRAUMA EMERGENCY DISTR
	This course is designed to develop a comprehensive theoretical and practical foundation for advanced nursing practice in the management of selected dysfunctions/alterations commonly seen in the traumatized adult. Didactic content focuses on information central to planning, implementing and evaluating therapeutic regimens for patients with problems commonly seen in the trauma, emergency, and disaster settings. Through ongoing clinical experience, students implement the nursing process when caring for patients who emergent, traumatized, or involved in disasters, and apply the clinical decision-making process in the care of these patients in all phases of the trauma cycle. Aspects of health promotion and maintenance appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURSP	2195	3 (credits)	ADVANCED SPECIALTY OPTION: TEP
	This course is designed to develop a comprehensive theoretical and practical foundation for advanced nursing practice in the diagnosis and management of selected dysfunctions/alterations commonly seen in the trauma, emergency and disaster affected adult. Didactic content focuses on information central to planning, implementing and evaluating therapeutic regimens for patients with problems commonly seen in the trauma, emergency, and disaster settings. Aspects of health promotion and maintenance appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.

ATC	NURSP	2371	3 (credits)	NUR ADMIN SEM AND PRAC I
	Course is designed to provide opportunities to observe, apply, analyze, and discuss selected administrative and managerial skills and processes relevant to the practice of nursing administration. Seminar portion will provide content discussion, and individual and group activities. A critical course component is a practicum with a designated preceptor employed full time in a selected site. Negotiated sites and experiences are tailored to enhance student's career goal. Student selects site outside of current employing agency.

ATC	NURSP	2372	2 (credits)	USING DATA TO DRIVE DECISIONS
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO APPLY THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CRITICAL THINKING DEVELOPED THROUGH THE CORE CONTENT COURSES OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM. USING A DATA BASE OF A VIRTUAL HOSPITAL STUDENTS ARE PRESENTED CASE STUDIES THAT REFLECT COMMON ADMINISTRATIVE PROBLEMS THEY ARE LIKELY TO ENCOUNTER IN AN ADMINISTRATIVE ROLE. PARTICULAR EMPHASIS IS GIVEN TO SOLVING PROBLEMS WITH THE APPROPRIATE BALANCE OF COST AND QUALITY.

ATC	NURSP	2373	3 (credits)	NURSING ADMINISTRATION RESIDENCY
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO SYNTHESIZE THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CRITICAL THINKING DEVELOPED THROUGH THE CORE CONTENT COURSES OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM WITHIN A PRACTICE ENVIRONMENT. STUDENTS WILL BE ASSIGNED A PRECEPTOR BASED ON THEIR IDENTIFIED LEARNING NEEDS AND AREA OF INTEREST. IT IS ANTICIPATED THAT STUDENTS WILL BE EXPOSED TO AND INVOLVED IN VARIOUS EXPERIENCES THAT NURSING ADMINISTRATORS FACE IN TODAY’S HEALTH CARE ENVIRONMENT. IN COLLABORATION WITH THEIR PRECEPTOR, THE STUDENT WILL DESIGN AND IMPLEMENT A RELEVANT PROJECT.

ATC	NUR	2690	2 (credits)	Exploring Cancer Care
	The overall objective of this course is to provide the student a broad introduction to cancer care and the role of the professional within this specialty. Through the use of discussion, presentations and observational experiences, students explore various aspects of cancer care. Specific cancers, therapies and care issues are explored. The health needs of the cancer patient and family are examined. Health promotion through education, screening and early detection as recommended thru the American Cancer Society and Healthy People 2000/2010 will be emphasized.

ATC	NURSAN	2700	5 (credits)	BASIC PRIN OF ANESTHESIA
	This course prepares the student for entry into the clinical setting using classroom lecture and workshops. Basic concepts of anesthesia practice, techniques, monitoring, pharmacology, and responsibilities of the nurse anesthetist are presented. Students are introduced to anesthesia management strategies for common problems and situations.

ATC	NURSAN	2701	3 (credits)	CHEM & PHYSICS OF ANESTHESIA
	Provides a detailed study of chemical and physical principles which apply to physiology, pharmacology and anesthesia equipment. Students will be able to identify the chemical properties of drugs able to produce anesthesia and to understand the dynamics of the anesthesia delivery system and related equipment.

ATC	NURSAN	2715	3 (credits)	ADVANCED PRACTICE INITIATIVES FOR THE CRNA
	Course focuses on the expansion of the knowledge base and refinement of practice skills of experienced CRNAs. Students identify an area of study in the field of nurse anesthesia in which they wish to improve knowledge and clinical expertise. Students develop and implement a comprehensive plan which includes establishing specific goals, developing a program of independent study, negotiation of a clinical practice site and completion of a defined clinical practicum. Objectives are met thru a learning contract, an oral and poster presentation, and a written scholarly paper.

ATC	NURSAN	2720	4 (credits)	APPLIED PHYS & PATHOPHYS
	Integrates basic physiologic principles with clinical anesthesia management regimes. Designed to formulate approaches to anesthesia nursing management in the presence of various common pathophysiologic conditions.

ATC	NURSAN	2730	4 (credits)	ADV PRINCIPLES 1
	Provides in-depth study of specialized areas of nurse anesthesia practice. Lectures concentrate on the theoretical basis for specific anesthesia nursing interventions and the rationale for their use in each of the areas of subspecialization. These areas encompass pediatric, obstetric, and regional anesthesia management as well as acute and chronic pain management.

ATC	NURSAN	2731	3 (credits)	APPLIED PHARMACOLOGY
	This course provides the basis for an in-depth understanding of the pharmacology of clinical anesthesia practice. Specific properties of anesthetic agents and commonly used adjunctive drugs are discussed and critically analyzed for appropriate application in clinical situations. Development of a comprehensive knowledge base with respect to drugs used by the Nurse Anesthetist in the clinical setting will be achieved through lecture, presentation, situational examples, and case analysis.

ATC	NURSAN	2740	3 (credits)	ADV PRINCIPLES 2
	This course provides in-depth study of specialized areas of nurse anesthesia practice. Lectures concentrate on the theoretical basis of for specific anesthesia nursing interventions and relevant research based rationale for their use in each of the areas of sub-specialization. Anesthetic care for patients with disease requiring cardiac, thoracic, vascular, pulmonary, and transplant procedures are the focus.

ATC	NURSAN	2750	3 (credits)	ADV PRINCIPLES 3
	Provides an in-depth study of specialized areas of nurse anesthesia practice. Concentration is on the theoretic basis for specific anesthesia nursing interventions and the rationale for their use in each of the areas of sub-specialization. These areas encompass neurosurgical, trauma and dental as well as specific system diseases including renal, liver and blood.

ATC	NURSAN	2751	1 (credits)	TEAM TRAINING IN PATIENT SAFETY
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE THE STUDENT WITH A THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL FOUNDATION RELATING TO HUMAN FACTORS, CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND TEAM PERFORMANCE ISSUES THAT IMPACT PATIENT SAFETY. INFORMATION AND SKILLS GAINED IN THIS COURSE WILL PREPARE THE STUDENT TO FUNCTION AS A PATIENT ADVOCATE IN A MULTIDISCIPLINARY ENVIRONMENT AND IMPLEMENT TEAM-BASED STRATEGIES DESIGNED TO PROMOTE PATIENT SAFETY. CRISIS MANAGEMENT PROTOCOLS AND COMMUNICATION ALGORITHMS E.G., SITUATION-BACKGROUND-ASSESSMENT-RECOMMENDATION (SBAR) WILL BE USED AS EXAMPLES.

ATC	NURSAN	2760	3 (credits)	CRNA ROLE SEM
	This course prepares the nurse anesthetist for new areas of responsibility as a professional contributing to education, research, and advanced practice roles. Students gain experience in developing and implementing a community service project designed to promote a positive image of nurse anesthetists. Current legislative, legal and ethical issues are presented. Professional opportunities and issues are explored.

ATC	NURSAN	2780	(credits)	INDEPENDENT STUDY
	Allows individual student to pursue a specific problem or area of study with faculty guidance. Examples of individual projects which may be pursued include library study focused on a specific area relevant to anesthesia nursing or clinical work in a health care delivery setting.

ATC	NURSAN	2785	(credits)	THESIS
	Individual instruction provides guidance in the preparation of a scholarly written report relating to anesthesia nursing. This report synthesizes the components of a research project; review of literature, methodology, presentation and discussion of findings, application of appropriate statistical measures, and conclusion.

ATC	NURSAN	2791	3 (credits)	CLINICAL PRACTICUM
	Integrated with coursework students are assigned to appropriate clinical practicum. Students rotate through six participating clinical facilities and anesthesia related specialty areas. Students develop and implement practical clinical applications of anesthesiology theory. Individualized instruction, development of anesthesia management plans and case discussions are used to assist the student in conceptualizing, analyzing, and evaluating various anesthesia nursing strategies as they relate to the patient's specific needs.

ATC	NURSAN	2792	8 (credits)	CLINICAL PRACTICUM
	Integrated with coursework students are assigned to appropriate clinical practicum. Students rotate through six participating clinical facilities and anesthesia related specialty areas. Students develop and implement practical clinical applications of anesthesiology theory. Individualized instruction, development of anesthesia management plans and case discussions are used to assist the student in conceptualizing, analyzing, and evaluating various anesthesia nursing strategies as the relate to the patient's specific needs.

ATC	NURSAN	2793	8 (credits)	CLINICAL PRACTICUM
	Integrated with coursework students are assigned to appropriate clinical practicum. Students rotate through six participating clinical facilities and anesthesia related specialty areas. Students develop and implement practical clinical applications of anesthesiology theory. Individualized instruction, development of anesthesia management plans and case discussions are used to assist the student in conceptualizing, analyzing, and evaluating various anesthesia nursing strategies as they relate to the patient's specific needs.

ATC	NURSAN	2794	8 (credits)	CLINICAL PRACTICUM
	Integrated with coursework students are assigned to appropriate clinical practicum. Students rotate through six participating clinical facilities and anesthesia related specialty areas. Students develop and implement practical clinical applications of anesthesiology theory. Individualized instruction, development of anesthesia management plans and case discussions are used to assist the student in conceptualizing, analyzing, and evaluating various anesthesia nursing strategies as they relate to the patient's specific needs.

ATC	NURSAN	2795	8 (credits)	CLINICAL PRACTICUM
	Integrated with coursework students are assigned to appropriate clinical practicum. Students rotate through six participating clinical facilities and anesthesia related specialty areas. Students develop and implement practical clinical applications of anesthesiology theory. Individualized instruction, development of anesthesia management plans and case discussions are used to assist the student in conceptualizing, analyzing, and evaluating various anesthesia nursing strategies as they relate to the patient's specific needs.

ATC	NURSAN	2796	13 (credits)	CLINICAL PRACTICUM
	Integrated with coursework students are assigned to appropriate clinical practicum. Students rotate through six participating clinical facilities and anesthesia related specialty areas. Students develop and implement practical clinical applications of anesthesiology theory. Individualized instruction, development of anesthesia management plans and case discussions are used to assist the student in conceptualizing, analyzing, and evaluating various anesthesia nursing strategies as they relate to the patient's specific needs.

ATC	NURSAN	2797	13 (credits)	CLINICAL PRACTICUM
	Integrated with coursework students are assigned to appropriate clinical practicum. Students rotate through six participating clinical facilities and anesthesia related specialty areas. Students develop and implement practical clinical applications of ane

ATC	NUR	2830	6 (credits)	ADV LEADERSHIP IN CLIN PRAC
	This course is designed for experienced nurse managers currently operating at a department director level of above. The course will include an advanced level overview of nursing leadership in the areas of finance, clinical practice, information technology, leadership development, and human resource management.

ATC	NURCNS	2850	3 (credits)	CNS ROLE IMPLEMENTATION
	This course is designed to provide a framework for clinical nurse specialist (CNS) practice that is organized around the three spheres of influence (patient, nursing personnel, organization/network) that encompass consumers of CNS services. Students are introduced to unique competencies in each sphere of influence as operationalized in acute care. Using model cases and problems derived from their practice, students examine how leadership, consultation and collaboration skills can be used to solve problems for patients/populations, health team members and organizations/systems.

ATC	NURCNS	2851	4 (credits)	CNS CLINICAL PRACTICUM 1
	This practicum is the first of two clinical practica designed to provide experience in role development for the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). Emphasis is placed on enhancing competencies within the three spheres of influence of the CSN (patient, nursing, personnel, organization/network) and developing characteristics essential to CNS practice.

ATC	NURCNS	2852	4 (credits)	CNS CLINICAL PRACTICUM 2
	This practicum is the second of two clinical practica designed to provide experience in role development for the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). Emphasis is placed on further refinement of characteristics essential to CNS practice and competencies.

ATC	NUR	2865	2 (credits)	FUNDMS DISTR/MASS CASUALTY CRE
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE UNDERSTANDING AND PRACTICAL FOUNDATION FOR ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICE OF THE CAUSES, PREVENTION, AND RESPONSE TO DISASTERS AS WELL AS INSIGHT INTO THE DISASTER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM NATIONALLY AND LOCALLY. DIDACTIC CONTENT FOCUSES ON INFORMATION CENTRAL TO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, DISASTER PLANNING AND RESPONSE AND MASS CASUALTY CARE.

ATC	NUR	2900	2 (credits)	BASIC SCIENCE OF CARE
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO DEVELOP A THEORETICAL, PRACTICAL, AND EVIDENCE-BASED FOUNDATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF SAFE, EFFECTIVE, EVIDENCE-BASED CARE. THE DELIVERY OF QUALITY HEALTH CARE REQUIRES THAT THE VARIOUS DISCIPLINES WITHIN THE HEALTH CARE SCIENCES WORK COLLABORATIVELY TO ACHIEVE EXCELLENCE IN HEALTH, HEALTH CARE DELIVERY, AND HEALTH CARE OUTCOMES. THROUGH DIDACTIC INFORMATION, DISCUSSION, AND PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING SESSIONS, STUDENTS FROM THE SCHOOLS OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES WILL DEVELOP THE KNOWLEDGE BASE AND CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS CENTRAL TO PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION AND PLANNING, IMPLEMENTING AND EVALUATING HEALTH CARE ACROSS THE CONTINUUM OF CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMS. THE TWO OVERARCHING GOALS OF THE COURSE ARE TO A) DEVELOP A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF HOW THE HEALTH-CARE SYSTEM WORKS, OR FAILS TO WORK AND IDENTIFY SOME POTENTIAL “SOLUTIONS” TOWARD REFORM, AND B) DEVELOP A THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL FOUNDATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF SAFE, EFFECTIVE, EVIDENCE-BASED CARE AND APPRECIATE THAT THE DELIVERY OF SUCH CARE REQUIRES AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH.

ATC	NUR	2901	.5 (credits)	BASIC SCIENCE OF CARE CONTD
	THIS COURSE BUILDS UPON NUR 2900 AS A CONTINUATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF A THEORETICAL, PRACTICAL, AND EVIDENCE-BASED FOUNDATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF SAFE, EFFECTIVE, EVIDENCE-BASED CARE. THE DELIVERY OF QUALITY HEALTH CARE REQUIRES THAT THE VARIOUS DISCIPLINES WITHIN THE HEALTH CARE SCIENCES WORK COLLABORATIVELY TO ACHIEVE EXCELLENCE IN HEALTH, HEALTH CARE DELIVERY, AND HEALTH CARE OUTCOMES. STUDENTS FROM THE SCHOOLS OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES WILL DEVELOP THE KNOWLEDGE BASE AND CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS CENTRAL TO PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION AND PLANNING, IMPLEMENTING AND EVALUATING HEALTH CARE ACROSS THE CONTINUUM OF CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMS. COLLABORATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING WILL BE EMPHASIZED, AND THE RECOGNITION THAT PROFESSIONALISM INCLUDES THE PERSONAL OBLIGATION OF ALL HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS TO WORK TOGETHER TO REMOVE THE BARRIERS TO THE DELIVERY OF SAFE, EFFECTIVE AND EVIDENCE-BASED CARE.

ATC	NUR	3000	2 (credits)	RESEARCH FOR EBP 1
	THIS COURSE EXAMINES THE INTERACTION OF THEORY, RESEARCH, AND CLINICAL EXPERTISE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF EVIDENCE-BASED NURSING PRACTICE. STUDENTS DEVELOP THE SKILLS NEEDED TO IDENTIFY RELEVANT RESEARCH AND TO CRITICALLY APPRAISE PUBLISHED STUDIES TO EVALUATE THEIR QUALITY AND APPLICABILITY TO CLINICAL PRACTICE. STUDENTS GAIN AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE RESEARCH PROCESS, THE CRITICAL APPRAISAL OF PUBLISHED RESEARCH STUDIES THAT USE A VARIETY OF RESEARCH DESIGNS, AND THE ROLE OF RESEARCH IN EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE.

ATC	NUR	3004	4 (credits)	PATHOPHYSIOLOGY ACROSS THE LIFESPAN
	This course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive theoretical foundation of the phenomena that produce alterations in human physiologic function across the life span. Information gained in this course will prepare the student for subsequent courses related to the diagnosis and management of disease processes associated with pathophysiologic dysfunction alterations.

ATC	NUR	3007	2 (credits)	RESEARCH FOR EBP 2
	DURING THIS COURSE STUDENTS BUILD ON THE KNOWLEDGE THEY ACQUIRED IN NUR 2000 TO DEVELOP AN EVIDENCE-BASED PROTOCOL TO ADDRESS AN ANSWERABLE CLINICAL QUESTION. STUDENTS WILL LEARN HOW TO WRITE AN EVIDENCE-BASED QUESTION, CONDUCT AN EXHAUSTIVE REVIEW OF PUBLISHED LITERATURE ON A CLINICAL TOPIC, INTEGRATE CRITICALLY APPRAISED RESEARCH STUDIES, DEVELOP AN EVIDENCE-BASED PROTOCOL, AND PROPOSE A METHOD TO IMPLEMENT AND EVALUATE THE PROTOCOL. STUDENTS WILL ALSO LEARN TO CRITICALLY APPRAISE PUBLISHED CLINICAL PRACTICE GUIDELINES. STUDENTS WILL DEVELOP AN EVIDENCE-BASED DOCUMENT THAT TRANSFORMS EMPIRICALLY DEVELOPED INFORMATION FOR USE IN CLINICAL PRACTICE.

ATC	NUR	3008	3 (credits)	ETHC PBLC POLC HLTHCRE ORG
	THIS COURSE IS DIVIDED INTO THREE COMPONENTS:THE HEALTH POLICY COMPONENT OF THE COURSE PRESENTS AN ANALYSIS OF FUNCTIONS OF THE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTOR IN CREATING AND IMPLEMENTING HEALTH POLICY. THE ROLE OF POLITICAL AND SOCIAL PHILOSOPHY IN DEFINING NURSING AND HEALTH SERVICES IS EXAMINED. THE COURSE INCLUDES CONSIDERATION OF AREAS IN WHICH POLICY MADE BY MULTIPLE BRANCHES OF GOVERNMENT, TYPES OF GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE ORGANIZATIONS SIGNIFICANTLY AFFECTS NURSING AS A PROFESSION AND ITS ABILITY TO DELIVER CARE; REGULATION OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE; AND MANAGEMENT OF PATIENT OUTCOMES. THE COMPONENT OF THIS COURSE RELATING TO FINANCE IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE THE BASIC BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL ACUMEN NEEDED TO DEVELOP CONVINCING PLANS FOR PRACTICE-LEVEL CLINICAL INITIATIVES THAT WILL IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF CARE AND THE SAFETY OF PATIENTS. METHODS FOR EVALUATING THE COST EFFECTIVENESS OF CLINICAL PROGRAMS WILL BE EXAMINED, ALONG WITH BASIC BUSINESS PLANNING STRATEGIES FOR CLINICAL INITIATIVES. IN THE ETHICS COMPONENT OF THE COURSE, PHILOSOPHICAL AND CLINICAL FOUNDATIONS IN ETHICS ARE ANALYZED AND USED TO PROVIDE A BASIS FOR GUIDELINES IN ETHICAL DECISION-MAKING AND PRACTICE. CONTENT WILL INCLUDE LEGAL-ETHICAL ISSUES IN PRACTICE, ETHICAL IMPLICATIONS IN THE ROLE OF THE DNP, AND PRINCIPALS OF JUSTICE, AUTONOMY, AND PROVIDER-PATIENT RELATIONS.

ATC	NUR	3023	3 (credits)	ISSUES INFLUENCING LEADERSHIP
	CONSIDERS THE INFLUENCES OF ECONOMIC, ETHICAL, SOCIAL, CULTURAL, TECHNOLOGICAL, AND POLITICAL ISSUES IN RELATION TO THEIR IMPACT ON LEADERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL NURSING. FEDERAL HEALTH-CARE POLICY, LEGISLATION, AND RESEARCH THAT DIRECTLY AND INDIRECTLY AFFECT ACCESS TO HEALTH

ATC	NUR	3030	3 (credits)	RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT
	This seminar focuses on competencies needed to develop and sustain a program of research. Emphasis is placed on developing skills that support a program of research, and assist in the dissemination of knowledge, e.g., abstract/oral/poster presentations, grant preparation, IRB submission, grants management. The course will include presentations by researchers conducting multidisciplinary research using a variety of funding mechanisms. Students will analyze strategies used in initiating and sustaining a research career.

ATC	NURNP	3038	7 (credits)	DNP NP ROLE PRACTICUM
	A CULMINATING PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE IN ROLE DEVELOPMENT FOR THE DNP NP. EXPERIENCES EMPHASIZE CLINICAL DECISION MAKING IN A MULTIDISCIPLINARY ENVIRONMENT WITH FOCUS ON THE NURSE PRACTITIONER AS A PRINCIPAL PROVIDER OF CARE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH ACUTE AND CHRONIC HEALTH CARE NEEDS AND CONCERNS

ATC	NURCNS	3039	1-5 (credits)	DNP CNS ROLE PRACTICUM
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE A CULMINATING PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE FOR THE DNP CNS. STUDENTS WILL FOCUS ON PROMOTING EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE AS INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM MEMBERS AND PROVIDING HIGH QUALITY, COST EFFECTIVE CARE IN A DYNAMIC HEALTH CARE ENVIRONMENT. EMPHASIS IS PLACED ON FURTHER REFINEMENT OF COMPETENCIES WITHIN THE THREE SPHERES OF INFLUENCE OF THE CNS (PATIENT, NURSING PERSONNEL, AND SYSTEMS) AND FURTHER DEVELOPMENT OF CHARACTERISTICS ESSENTIAL TO CNS PRACTICE AT THE DOCTORAL LEVEL

ATC	NUR	3052	1 (credits)	MANUSCRIPT DVLPMNT
	The seminar portion of this course focuses on the development of manuscript skills. The laboratory portion focuses on experience with a mentor and the preparation and submission of an article for publication related to the student's work.

ATC	NURSP	3092	3 (credits)	LEADERSHIP IN COMPLEX SYSTEMS
	THIS ADVANCED LEVEL LEADERSHIP COURSE FOCUSES ON LEADING COMPLEX ORGANIZATIONS AND SYSTEMS TO FACILITATE THE TRANSFORMATION OF HEALTH CARE. USING PRINCIPLES OF CHAOS AND COMPLEXITY THEORY, STUDENTS WILL EXPLORE METHODS FOR ASSESSING ORGANIZATIONS, IDENTIFYING EMERGING ISSUES, AND FACILITATING ORGANIZATION-WIDE CHANGES TO MEET THE ONGOING CHALLENGES FACING HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATIONS.

ATC	NUR	3094	3 (credits)	EVIDENCE-BASED QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
	IN THIS COURSE STUDENTS WILL LEARN HOW TO CREATE AND IMPLEMENT A CULTURE OF CLINICAL AND SERVICE EXCELLENCE. USING QUALITY IMPROVEMENT THEORIES, THEY WILL ANALYZE THEIR OWN ORGANIZATION AND THEMSELVES IN RELATIONSHIP TO QUALITY IMPROVEMENT CHALLENGES. EVIDENCE BASED QI SYSTEMS AND BEST PRACTICES WILL BE EXAMINED. STUDENTS WILL ANALYZE INFORMATION SYSTEMS/TECHNOLOGY OPPORTUNITIES TO ENHANCE HEALTHCARE QUALITY. THEY WILL ALSO HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO APPLY SELECTED QUALITY TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES TO SOLVE ACTUAL PROBLEMS IN THEIR WORKPLACES.

ATC	NURSP	3096	3 (credits)	CLINICAL SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
	IN THIS COURSE STUDENTS WILL APPLY KNOWLEDGE THEY HAVE LEARNED THROUGHOUT THEIR PROGRAM IN MEETING CHALLENGES EXPERIENCED BY NURSING LEADERS. USING A WEB-DESIGNED STRUCTURE, STUDENTS WILL ACCESS A VIRTUAL HOSPITAL AND USE FINANCIAL AND CLINICAL DATA TO SUCCESSFULLY RESOLVE ISSUES PRESENTED IN A CASE STUDY FORMAT. THESE CASE STUDIES ARE DESIGNED TO SIMULATE ACTUAL PROBLEMS FACING NURSING LEADERS BOTH TODAY AND IN THE FUTURE. THROUGH CLASS DISCUSSIONS, STUDENTS WILL THEN LEARN MULTIPLE APPROACHES TO RESOLVING COMPLICATED ISSUES.

ATC	NURSP	3097	1-10 (credits)	DNP RESIDENCY
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE A CULMINATING PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE FOR THE DNP LEADERSHIP STUDENT. STUDENTS WILL FOCUS ON PROMOTING EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE AS INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM MEMBERS AND PROVIDING HIGH QUALITY, COST EFFECTIVE CARE IN A DYNAMIC HEALTH CARE ENVIRONMENT. EMPHASIS IS PLACED ON FURTHER REFINEMENT OF COMPETENCIES RELATED TO THE LEADERSHIP COMPLEX ISSUES, ORGANIZATIONS AND SYSTEMS.

ATC	NUR	3110	3 (credits)	RES INSTRUMENTATION
	Focuses on the application of measurement theory to concepts and constructs of interest to nursing. Reliability and validity testing will be discussed in depth with opportunities for psychometric testing of both psychologial and physiological instruments. A variety of scaling methodologies will be discussed as well as the principles involved in the design and formatting of questionnaires.

ATC	NURSAN	3782	1-3 (credits)	DIRECTED SEMINARS IN NURSE ANESTHESIA PRACTICE
	THIS SEMINAR BASED COURSE SERIES IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE THE NURSE ANESTHESIA PROGRAM DNP STUDENT WITH A STRONG THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL FOUNDATION GROUNDED IN NURSE ANESTHESIA SCIENCE. IN CONSULTATION WITH THEIR FACULTY ADVISOR, STUDENTS WILL CHOOSE FROM AMONG FOUR DIFFERENT AREAS OF FOCUS INCLUDING NURSE ANESTHESIA EDUCATION, NURSE ANESTHESIA SIMULATION METHODS, CLINICAL RESEARCH FOR THE NURSE ANESTHETIST, AND NURSE ANESTHESIA ADMINISTRATION. THE SEMINAR SERIES FOCUS AND CONTENT WILL CHANGE ACCORDING TO CURRENT STATE–OF-THE-ART PRACTICE IN NURSE ANESTHESIA WITH CONSIDERATION GIVEN TO FACULTY AND STUDENT AREAS OF INTEREST.

HCS	NUR	0001	0 (credits)	FRESHMAN SEMINAR - NURSING STUDENTS
	This course is designed to provide beginning nursing students with an overview of the nursing profession and an introduction to the School of Nursing. The purpose of the course is to facilitate the students' adjustment to the University environment and to acquaint them with the skills and resources available to promote success.

HCS	NUR	0067	3 (credits)	NURSING RESEARCH: INTRODUCTION TO CRITICAL APPRAISAL AND EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE
	THE PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THIS COURSE IS TO ASSIST STUDENTS IN BECOMING INTELLIGENT CONSUMERS OF RESEARCH. IT PROVIDES THE BASIS FOR EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE AND PROVISION OF CULTURALLY-CONGRUENT CARE. STUDENTS GAIN AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE RESEARCH PROCESSES TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF NURSING KNOWLEDGE AND THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF RESEARCH TO THE EVIDENCE BASE OF NURSING PRACTICE. STUDENTS ARE TO IDENTIFY CLINICAL PROBLEMS AND SEARCH THE LITERATURE FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROBLEM. STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO CRITICALLY APPRAISE RESEARCH ARTICLES, DISTINGUISH BETWEEN USEFUL, VALID RESEARCH AND THAT WHICH CANNOT OR SHOULD NOT BE APPLIED TO NURSING PRACTICE.

HCS	NUR	1046	3 (credits)	STUDENT NURSE INTERN PROGRAM
	The focus of this course is on the implementation of previously learned clinical skills. Introduction of time management in priority setting related to patient care will be implemented with the use of preceptors. Emphasis will be on improving clinical judgment skills.

HCS	NUR	1054	3 (credits)	NURSING CARE OF OLDER ADULTS
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPETENCY IN PROVIDING EVIDENCE-BASED HEALTHCARE TO OLDER ADULTS AND THEIR FAMILIES, ACROSS A CONTINUUM OF HEALTH CARE SETTINGS. ATTENTION IS GIVEN TO THE COMPLEX INTERACTION OF ACUTE AND CHRONIC CO-MORBID CONDITIONS, INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION, THE RECOGNITION OF RISK FACTORS, VALID AND RELIABLE HEALTH ASSESSMENT, AND INDIVIDUALIZED CARE FOR OLDER ADULTS ACROSS A CONTINUUM OF HEALTH CARE SETTINGS. THE INFLUENCE OF ATTITUDES, AGE, GENDER, RACE, CULTURE, RELIGION, LANGUAGE, LIFESTYLE, TECHNOLOGY, AND HEALTH CARE POLICY ON THE BIOLOGICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, AND SOCIAL FUNCTIONING OF OLDER ADULTS IS CONSIDERED.

HCS	NUR	1056	2 (credits)	NURSING INFORMATICS
	THIS COURSE FOCUSES ON CONCEPTS RELEVANT TO THE PRACTICE OF NURSING INFORMATICS. THE COURSE EMPHASIZES INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS AND THE PRINCIPLES OF NURSING INFORMATICS FROM A CURRENT AND HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE. LEARNERS WILL EXAMINE THE ANALYSIS OF HEALTHCARE DATA AND ITS TRANSFORMATION TO NURSING KNOWLEDGE. NURSING LANGUAGE CONCEPTS AND THEIR IMPORTANCE IN CLINICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT WILL BE IDENTIFIED. LEARNERS WILL EXAMINE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES THAT MANAGE CLINICAL INFORMATION AND SUPPORT PATIENT CARE. SOCIAL AND ETHICAL ISSUES IN THE CONTEXT OF CLINICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS WILL BE EXAMINED. THE IMPACT OF EVOLVING/EMERGING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES ON HEALTHCARE PROVIDER AND CONSUMER ROLES WILL BE DISCUSSED.

HCS	NUR	1060	5 (credits)	NUR CLIENTS W PSYCH MH PBLMS
	Course is designed to teach basic psychiatric mental health nursing concepts and their application to clinical practice. Classroom learning is focused on developmental, psychological, and biological theories in order to enhance understanding of psychiatric illness. Major psychiatric illnesses throughout the lifespan as well as contemporary methods of treatment are addressed.

HCS	NUR	1060	0 (credits)	NUR CLIENTS W PSYCH MH PBLMS
	Designed to teach basic psychiatric mental health nursing concepts and their application to clinical practice utilizing the nursing process through understanding human psychophysiological and biobehavioral responses to stressors. Critical thinking and decision making process interventions are explored to promote, restore and maintain effective human responses to active/potential psychiatric and mental health problems. Application of theoretical concepts and nursing interventions is the focus of clinical experience in acute, chronic and community mental health settings.

HCS	NUR	1064	5 (credits)	GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING
	This course focuses upon the role of the nurse in promoting, restoring, and maintaining the health of elderly persons. Content pertaining to related theories, sociocultural influences and health care resources is included. Students apply the nursing process (a) in health promotion activities with elderly persons in the community, and (b) to selected alterations related to chronic health problems of elderly in a nursing home setting and in homes of persons with Alzheimer's Disease. Opportunities will be provided for consultations, health teaching, and collaboration.

HCS	NUR	1064	0 (credits)	GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING
	This course focuses upon the role of the nurse in promoting, restoring, and maintaining the health of elderly persons. Content pertaining to related theories, sociocultural influences and health care resources is included. Students apply the nursing process (a) in health promotion activities with elderly persons in the community, and (b) to selected alterations related to chronic health problems of elderly in a nursing home setting and in homes of persons with Alzheimer's Disease. Opportunities will be provided for consultations, health teaching, and collaboration.

HCS	NUR	1067	2 (credits)	ENHANCED COMMUNICATION IN PROFESSIONAL NURSING
	Course is designed to provide information about basic principles of effective communication in the practice of professional nursing. Units of content and learning activities focus on writing skills, presentation skills, communication as an image builder, barriers to effective communication in the workplace, and strategies for enhancing communication in the healthcare environment. Frequent opportunities for skill development and practice are provided. The goal is to enhance the proficiency of the professional nurse in a variety of situations that require effective communication.

HCS	NUR	1070	2 (credits)	INTRO TO NURSING SCIENCE
	This course provides the adult student with an introduction to the scientific and theoretical basis of professional nursing. Historical influences thru contemporary influences on nursing as an applied science are examined. Specific theories of nursing, physiology, and psychology along with research findings, which serve as the scientific basis of nursing practice, are analyzed. The roles of the professional nurse as advocate, educator, researcher, and change agent are examined within the context of the changing health care system.

HCS	NUR	1072	0 (credits)	HEALTH PROMOTION/HEALTH ASSESSME
	This course presents the knowledge base for using health promotion strategies and the techniques for health assessment of individuals across the life span. The role of the nurse in promoting patterns of positive health behaviors is emphasized. The student is also provided with an opportunity to practice physical assessment skills in the laboratory and in a precepted clinical setting. In addition, the course facilitates the RN learner's adjustment to the expectations of the multiple role learner.

HCS	NUR	1072	3 (credits)	HEALTH PROMOTION/HEALTH ASSESSME
	This course presents the knowledge base for using health promotion strategies and the techniques for health assessment of individuals across the life span. The role of the nurse in promoting patterns of positive health behaviors is emphasized. The student is also provided with and opportunity to practice physical assessment skills in the laboratory and in a precepted clinical setting. In addition, the course facilitates the RN learner's adjustment to the expectations of the multiple role learner.

HCS	NUR	1074	3 (credits)	ADV CLINICAL PRACTICUM
	This course enables the Registered Nurse student to further develop leadership abilities, communication, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. Students are assigned individually planned experiences under the direction of a preceptor. Each student identifies specific learning activities for the practicum which relate directly to the selected setting. Emphasis is placed on fostering independence and self-direction for all students.

HCS	NUR	1077	3 (credits)	SCHOOL NURSE ROLE
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO PREPARE THE PROFESSIONAL NURSE FOR CERTIFICATION AS A SCHOOL NURSE IN PENNSYLVANIA; BOTH THE THEORY COMPONENT (NUR 1077) AND THE PRACTICUM (NUR 1078) ARE REQUIRED FOR ELIGIBILITY. THE ROLE OF THE SCHOOL NURSE IS EXPLORED THROUGH THE HISTORICAL, LEGAL, ETHICAL, RESEARCH AND PRACTICE PERSPECTIVES. THE BIOLOGICAL, PHYSICAL, DEVELOPMENTAL, BEHAVIORAL, CULTURAL AND PSYCHOSOCIAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN OF ALL AGES IN THE SCHOOL SETTING ARE EXAMINED.THROUGHOUT THE COURSE, THE APPLICATION OF RESEARCH FINDINGS IS EMPLOYED WHEN ANALYZING THE NEEDS OF THE SCHOOL AGE CHILD AND CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS IN THE SCHOOL SETTING. FINALLY, THE INDEPENDENT AND COLLABORATIVE ASPECTS OF THE SCHOOL NURSE ROLE ARE EXPLORED.

HCS	NUR	1078	3 (credits)	SCHOOL NURSE PRACTICUM
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO PREPARE THE PROFESSIONAL NURSE FOR CERTIFICATION AS A SCHOOL NURSE IN PENNSYLVANIA; BOTH THE THEORY COMPONENT (NUR 1077) AND THIS PRACTICUM (NUR 1078) ARE REQUIRED FOR ELIGIBILITY. THIS COURSE PROVIDES THE REQUIRED 100 HOURS OF CLINICAL PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE IN ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL SETTINGS. THE NURSING CARE OF CHILDREN REQUIRING ACUTE, CHRONIC AND EPISODIC CARE IS PERFORMED UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF AN EXPERIENCED SCHOOL NURSE. THROUGHOUT THE COURSE, THE APPLICATION OF THE NURSING PROCESS AND RESEARCH FINDINGS ARE EMPLOYED WHEN CARING FOR THE NEEDS OF SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN AND CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS IN THE SCHOOL SETTING. FINALLY, THE INDEPENDENT AND COLLABORATIVE ASPECTS OF THE SCHOOL NURSE ROLE ARE EXPLORED WITHIN THE SCHOOL SETTING.

HCS	NUR	1080	3 (credits)	INTRO TO BASIC STATS FOR EBP
	THIS COURSE INTRODUCES STUDENTS TO DESCRIPTIVE STATISTICS AND PARAMETRIC AND NONPARAMETRIC STATISTICAL TESTS THAT ARE COMMONLY USED BY RESEARCHERS IN THE HEALTH SCIENCES AND APPEAR IN PUBLISHED RESEARCH REPORTS. EMPHASIS IS PLACED ON STUDENT MASTERY OF CONCEPTS AND PRINCIPLES THAT ARE FUNDAMENTAL TO DESCRIPTIVE AND INFERENTIAL STATISTICS, AS WELL AS INTERPRETATION AND CRITICAL APPRAISAL OF THEIR USE IN RESEARCH STUDIES. OPPORTUNITIES ARE PROVIDED TO MANIPULATE DATA, PERFORM BASIC STATISTICAL TESTS, AND SUMMARIZE FINDINGS IN TABULAR, GRAPHICAL, AND NARRATIVE FORM.

HCS	NUR	1127	3 (credits)	COM HLTH NUR THEORY
	This course will provide the student with a broad introduction to community health and the role of nursing within this context. Students will explore epidemiology; health promotion and disease prevention within groups; individual and family case management, community assessment and intervention, environmental hazards, and factors influencing the delivery of and access to community health services. The health care need of selected at-risk populations will be examined.

HCS	NUR	1128	0 (credits)	COMM HLTH NUR THEORY & PRAC
	This course will provide the student with a broad introduction to community health and the role of nursing within this context. Through the use of critical thinking and decision-making, independence and collaboration with community-based clinicians in a variety of setting will be encouraged. Students will explore epidemilogy; health promotion and disease prevention within groups; individual and family case mgmt; community assessment and intervention; environmental hazards; and factors influencing the delivery of and access to community health services.

HCS	NUR	1128	5 (credits)	COMM HLTH NUR THEORY & PRAC
	This course will provide the student with a broad introduction to community health and the role of nursing within this context. Through the use of critical thinking and decision-making, independence and collaboration with community-based clinicians in a variety of settings will be encouraged. Students will explore epidemiology; health promotion and disease prevention within groups; individual and family case mgmt; community assessment and intervention; environmental hazards; and factors influencing the delivery of and access to community health services.

HCS	NUR	1129	2 (credits)	COM HLTH NUR PRACTICUM
	This course will provide the student with the opportunity to engage in aggregate-focused, community-based nursing practice. Thru the use of critical thinking and decision making, independence and collaboration with community-based clinicians in a variety of settings will be encouraged. Students will learn to apply principles of epidemilogy; health promotion and disease prevention; individual and family case management; community assessment and intervention; environmental hazard risk reduction; and community health service delivery and access with selected at-risk populations.

HCS	NUR	1130	3 (credits)	LEADERSHIP IN PROF NURSING PRACTICE
	Course is designed to provide knowledge and skills needed for implementation of leadership and management roles within professional nursing practice. Units of content focus on change in the health care delivery system, leadership and management theories, effective interpersonal skills for leadership, organizational theories, emerging models of care delivery, planned change, information management, financial management, and performance evaluation. Students critically analyze influences on leadership within health care today and plan for active participation in the process of transformational leadership.

HCS	NUR	1227	3 (credits)	COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING THEORY
	THE OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF THIS COURSE IS TO PROVIDE THE STUDENT WITH A BROAD INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY HEALTH AND THE ROLE OF NURSING WITHIN THIS CONTEXT. STUDENTS WILL EXPLORE EPIDEMIOLOGY; HEALTH PROMOTION AND DISEASE PREVENTION WITHIN GROUPS; INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY CASE MANAGEMENT; COMMUNITY ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION; ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS; AND FACTORS INFLUENCING THE DELIVERY OF AND ACCESS TO COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES. THE HEALTH CARE NEEDS OF SELECTED AT-RISK POPULATIONS WILL BE EXAMINED

HCS	NUR	1252	4 (credits)	NURSING CARE OF CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES
	This course focuses upon nursing practice for restoration and maintenance of health in children in various stages of development within the family. Nursing approaches are based on the use of developmental theories and cultural sensitivity. The nursing process is applied to the child and the family to minimize the effects of stressors which have resulted in a disruption of health. There will be a focus on critical thinking and decision making as the student applies theory to nursing care.

HCS	NUR	1254	2 (credits)	NURSING CARE OF OLDER ADULTS
	THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED TO ENSURE COMPETENCY IN PROVIDING EVIDENCE-BASED HEALTHCARE TO OLDER ADULTS AND THEIR FAMILIES, ACROSS A CONTINUUM OF HEALTH CARE SETTINGS. ATTENTION IS GIVEN TO THE COMPLEX INTERACTION OF ACUTE AND CHRONIC CO-MORBID CONDITIONS, INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION, THE RECOGNITION OF RISK FACTORS, VALID AND RELIABLE HEALTH ASSESSMENT, AND INDIVIDUALIZED CARE FOR OLDER ADULTS ACROSS A CONTINUUM OF HEALTH CARE SETTINGS. THE INFLUENCE OF ATTITUDES, AGE, GENDER, RACE, CULTURE, RELIGION, LANGUAGE, LIFESTYLE, TECHNOLOGY, AND HEALTH CARE POLICY ON THE BIOLOGICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, AND SOCIAL FUNCTIONING OF OLDER ADULTS IS CONSIDERED.

HCS	NUR	1260	4 (credits)	NURSING CARE OF CLIENTS WITH PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS
	COURSE IS DESIGNED TO TEACH BASIC PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSING CONCEPTS AND THEIR APPLICATION TO CLINICAL PRACTICE. CLASSROOM LEARNING IS FOCUSED ON DEVELOPMENTAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, AND BIOLOGICAL THEORIES IN ORDER TO ENHANCE UNDERSTANDING OF PSYCHIATRIC ILLNESS. MAJOR PSYCHIATRIC ILLNESSES THROUGHOUT THE LIFESPAN AS WELL AS CONTEMPORARY METHODS OF TREATMENT ARE ADDRESSED. APPLICATION OF THEORETICAL CONCEPTS AND NURSING INTERVENTIONS IS THE FOCUS OF CLINICAL EXPERIENCE IN ACUTE, CHRONIC AND COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SETTINGS. EMPHASIS IS PLACED ON UNDERSTANDING THE UNIQUE CONTRIBUTIONS OF SOCIAL AND CULTURAL FACTORS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TREATMENT PLANS FOR CLIENTS EXPERIENCING PSYCHIATRIC PROBLEMS.

HCS	NUR	1350	3 (credits)	CRISIS INTERVENTION
	Course will focus on the theory and concepts relevant to psychological crisis. Selected theories from nursing, sociology, psychology, systems, and learning will be used to plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic regimens for clients experiencing crisis, particularly in a primary care setting. Emphasis will also be placed on understanding the unique contributions of social and cultural factors in the development of appropriate treatment plans.

HCS	NUR	1351	2 (credits)	CRISIS INTERVENTION PRACTICUM
	This practicum provides the student with an opportunity to refine skills in the clinical management of clients who are experiencing a developmental or situational crisis. Student will be expected to (a) synthesize relevant crisis intervention theory with the management of the crisis situation, and (b) evaluate the effectiveness of these interventions. Experiences include precepted clinical work in ambulatory or inpatient settings with adult clients.

HCS	NUR	1611	2 (credits)	SAFE PRACTICES IN HEALTH CARE
	This course raises awareness of patient safety needs and helps health care personnel develop patient safety indicators to enhance quality of health care. Some of the most pivotal events experienced by patients are discussed. They are: complications of anesthesia, decubitus ulcers, foreign bodies left during procedures, post-op problems, birth and OB issues, infections, patient identification, and medication errors. Communications related to safety are discussed. Agencies promoting patient safety are identified and discussed. Research related to safe practice and safety issues are analyzed. Policies or procedures that promote safety are developed.

HCS	NUR	1620	2-3 (credits)	MIND BODY INTERVENTIONS: ACM
	The purpose of this course is to provide nursing students with an introduction to physiological and psychological interactions in order to understand and appreciate mind/body interventions in the context of alternative/complementary medicine. The content emphasizes research based techniques and practices, with a focus on stress management and relaxation; the range of current practices is explored. Independent learning activities provide opportunities to focus on specific therapies and interventions and how they can be implemented in clinical nursing practice.

HCS	NUR	1650	3 (credits)	DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
	Violence is becoming more prevalent in our culture. As health care providers we must possess an awareness of our own attitudes toward both violence and victims, an understanding of the process of violence, the skills necessary to perform a complete violence assessment, and the therapeutic actions needed for positive outcomes.

HCS	NUR	1660	3 (credits)	THE CLINICAL INTERVIEW
	This course will focus on the theory and concepts relevant to psychiatric, medical, and qualitative research interviewing and to obtaining a patient history in the psychiatric and medical setting. The focus is on selected interviewing techniques developed by various authorities. Emphasis will be placed on specific basic and advanced techniques that are useful in obtaining accurate information and in detecting critical processes such as suicide ideation or the presence of psychosis.

HCS	NUR	1760	2 (credits)	Nursing Care of Children in Disasters and Public Health Emergencies
	Course provides an overview of the nursing care of children following disasters, public health emergencies and complex emergencies. The epidemiology of pediatric illnesses and injuries following such events is discussed. Highlighted are the physiologic and psychosocial differences in children following exposure to nuclear, biological, chemical and explosive agents. The prioritized nursing care of children exposed to nuclear, biological, chemical and explosive agents is addressed. Care of children in complex emergencies, refugee camps and shelters is described.

HCS	NUR	1765	3 (credits)	Risk Factors and Health
	The overall objective of this course is to provide the student with a broad description of risk factors and health promotion for individuals, families and communities. Current federal, state and professional organization guidelines and recommendations for health promotion and disease prevention are applied. Current research on the efficacy of health promotion activities is presented.

HCS	NUR	1766	2 (credits)	EBP IN HEALTH & FITNESS
	THIS COURSE PROVIDES AN INTEGRATED APPROACH TO HEALTH AND FITNESS ACROSS THE LIFESPAN. THE LITERATURE RELATED TO THE COMPONENTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS AND HEALTH WILL BE APPRAISED FOR ITS EVIDENCE AND APPLICABILITY TO GENERAL AND SPECIAL POPULATIONS. ARTICULATION WITH HEALTHY PEOPLE 2010, AS WELL AS STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH INITIATIVES, WILL BE EMPHASIZED. NURSING KNOWLEDGE WILL BE APPLIED WHEN PRESCRIBING HEALTH AND FITNESS REGIMES FOR CLIENTS ACROSS THE LIFESPAN. STUDENTS WILL BE EXPECTED TO SURVEY AND APPRAISE LITERATURE RELATED TO HEALTH AND FITNESS. STUDENTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN AND LEAD PHYSICAL FITNESS ACTIVITIES WHICH CAN BE ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS. ETHICAL AND LEGAL ASPECTS OF HEALTH AND FITNESS PRACTICE, WITHIN A NURSING CONTEXT, WILL BE EXPLORED. MARKETING ONESELF AS A HEALTH AND FITNESS PROFESSIONAL WILL BE DISCUSSED.

HCS	NUR	1800	2 (credits)	COORDINATING CLINICAL TRIALS
	THE PURPOSE OF THIS COURSE IS TO PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH A BASIC UNDERSTANDING OF CLINICAL TRIALS RESEARCH CONDUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS. ASPECTS OF CLINICAL TRIALS RESEARCH SUCH AS REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS, INFORMED CONSENT, PRE AND POST STUDY ACTIVITIES, AUDIT PROCEDURES, AND BUDGETARY ISSUES WILL BE COVERED. THIS COURSE WILL IN CLUDE PRESENTATIONS BY INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCED IN CONDUCTING TRIALS; CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATORS, IRB STAFF, INVESTI GATIONAL PHARMACISTS, STATISTICIANS, AND OTHER EXPERTS IN CLINICAL RESEARCH.

HCS	NUR	1801	(credits)	COORDINATING CLINICAL TRIALS
	The course is designed to familiarize students with roles and responsibilities of a clinical research coordinator through observation during a practicum, discussion of different types of clinical research protocols, and discussion of how these protocols are implemented in a variety of research settings. Each student selects focus area and preceptor who guides observations designed to exemplify the role of the clinical research coordinator. Each student also participates in review of research proposals in NIH funded center at the University of Pittsburgh.

HCS	NUR	1810	2 (credits)	CASE MANAGEMENT THEORY
	Introduction to the case management process of organizing and providing services to clients to achieve cost and quality outcomes. Case management as a system of assessing, planning, procuring services, and delivering care to meet the multiple needs of clients will be discussed. Topics include assessing the population and organizational needs; identifying high-volume or high-risk cases; determining goals; forming a multidisciplinary team; designing a critical pathway; conducting a pilot project; and evaluating the process.

HCS	NUR	1811	1-3 (credits)	CASE MGT PRACTICUM
	This practicum is optional and is designed to complement the theory content offered in NUR 1810. The student will assess the population and organizational needs, identify high-volume or high-risk cases; determine goals; form a multidisciplinary team; and/or design a critical pathway.

HCS	NUR	1820	3 (credits)	INTRODUCTION TO LEGAL NURSE CONSULTING/FORENSIC NURSING
	Provides introductory info in areas of law, process of a lawsuit, and ethical/legal/social issues regarding nurse consulting & forensic nursing. Designed to provide overview of how nursing knowledge/skills can be transferred into legal nurse consulting & forensic nursing examination. Approaches and methods are discussed including screening cases, analyzing health professional malpractice cases, hospital/medical records review, quality assurance & risk mgmt and preparing effective reports/abstracts. Activities in the development of investigative techniques in forensic nursing are included.