DNP Courses

Course Information

All graduate course information comes from Seattle University's Graduate Catalog

NURS 5005 - Pharmacology for Nursing Care

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURSI 5005

This course examines pharmacological principles and drug actions in the body. Focus is on major drug classes and significant nursing implications. Synthesis of pharmacological concepts related to anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5024

NURS 5008 - Nursing Care of Children: Clinical

3 credit hours

Focuses on nursing management, physiological, and psychosocial factors influencing altered health in infants, children, and adolescents. An integrated approach to nursing therapies for promoting wellness and restoring health across the spectrum of childhood is explored. Emphasis is placed on developmentally appropriate care. Students have an opportunity through clinical practice to apply risk reduction, disease prevention, and nursing management to infants and children with predictable health problems in pediatric care settings. Emphasized is an ecological approach to care of children in the contexts of families and communities. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5024, NURS 5041; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 5005

NURS 5012 - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family: Clinical

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURSI 5012 

This course focuses on nursing strategies to promote health and reduce risk of illness related to family development, reproduction, and childbearing. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5041, NURS 5024

NURS 5013 - Leadership and Management

3 credit hours

This course critically examines the role of the nurse as leader, emphasizing the utilization of effective interprofessional communication skills, delegation, and coordination that effect change and create a culture of safety. The nurse’s role in shaping and addressing policies on issues of equity, affordability and social justice are addressed. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5041

NURS 5021 - Promoting Mental Health: Clinical

3 credit hours

The focus of this course is holistic nursing care that promotes health, prevents disease, reduces disability, and supports recovery for individuals of various developmental stages and sociocultural backgrounds who have alterations in mental health. Knowledge and research evidence from the biological and social sciences, genetics and genomics, pharmacology, humanities, and nursing are enlisted in the study of mental disorders, their care and treatment, and the impact of these disorders on the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities. Clinical learning experiences provide opportunities to apply the nursing process in the delivery of patient-centered, evidence-based care in community mental health and psychiatric settings. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5005, NURS 5024, NURS 5041

NURS 5024 - Pathophysiology

5 credit hours

An in-depth analysis of pathophysiology and disease based on relevant biochemistry, genetics, and cell physiology. The focus is on disease states and health alterations across the lifespan. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 5025 - Nursing Care, Acute and Chronic Altered Health: Adults

6 credit hours
Formerly - NURSI 5025

The focus of this course is holistic nursing care of adults experiencing complex alterations in health. Students will explore the physiological and psychosocial factors that: 1) contribute to the development of altered health states; and 2) the impact on families, and communities. The trajectory of acute and chronic illnesses, within a framework of health promotion and disease prevention is examined. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5008, 5012; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 5027

NURS 5027 - Nurse Care Acute and Chronic Clinical: Adults

4 credit hours
Formerly - NURSI 5027 

Students use this intensive clinical practicum to apply nursing process, risk reduction, health promotion; disease prevention, and nursing therapies in managing complex care of adults in acute medical-surgical care settings. The course includes direct care and laboratory simulation. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5008, 5012; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 5025

NURS 5031 - Promoting Population Health: Clinical

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURSI 5031 

Introduces students to the nursing care of populations through the exploration of systems theory, nursing science, public health science and community engagement. Students will explore the roles and competencies of public health nurses in identifying determinants of health promotion and disease prevention across the life span. Four frameworks will guide their work: 1) the Ten Essential Services of Public Health; 2) Core Public Health Functions; 3) the Public Health Nursing Competencies; and 4) Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5041; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 5005

NURS 5041 - Foundational Concepts and Skills for Nursing: Lab

4 credit hours

Examines the nature and context of nursing as a profession within the larger health care system using systems theory as a framework. Professional values, such as altruism, autonomy, human dignity and integrity are introduced as foundational to the practice of nursing. The students are also introduced to the concepts of health, health promotion and protection for individuals, families and communities. Beginning practice of foundational nursing skills, including individual, family, and basic nursing care and therapeutic communication are practiced in both lab and clinical settings. There is an emphasis on the role of the nurse in collaborating with an interprofessional team to provide quality and safe care. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 5024

NURS 5051 - Population Health Role Synthesis

3 credit hours

This clinical course integrates and applies concepts from NURS 5031 and 5131 as well as concurrent courses NURS 6120 and 6020 to identify population outcomes.  Students will use the principles of community/population engagement and assessment to complete an assessment of their proposed population of focus. Registration Restriction(s): MJR-ONLY; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5031, NURS 5131; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6120

NURS 5108 - Nursing Care of Children: Theory

3 credit hours

This course focuses on nursing management, physiological, and psychosocial factors influencing altered health in infants, children, and adolescents. An integrated approach to nursing therapies for promoting wellness and restoring health across the spectrum of childhood is explored. Emphasis is placed on developmentally appropriate care. Emphasized is an ecological approach to care of children in the contexts of families and communities. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5024, NURS 5041; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 5005

NURS 5112 - Health Informatics II

3 credit hours

In this course you will explore two separate but related topics in health informatics. Meaningful Use (MU) of health information systems, including interoperability of health records, also known as Health Information Exchange. Additionally, you will learn how to plan, design, implement and support a full scale agency wide informatics project. The focus will be on the national and international standards that must be applied to health information systems so that clinical data can be shared between disparate health information systems and entities. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 5113 - Simulation & Technology in Health Care Education

3 credit hours

Course management systems, the meaningful integration of various technological pedagogies, including on-line and hybrid courses, and the health care professional’s role in the on-line environment to support learning, will be discussed. The role of simulation in health care provided education, types of simulation and strategies to develop, integrate and evaluate simulation in the health care learning environment will be presented. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 5114 - Simulation & Technology Practicum

3 credit hours

Faculty supervised/precepted clinical practicum in the use of simulation and other technologies to enhance student skill and performance. Opportunities are provided for students to meet their individualized learning needs in a variety of settings and qualify for certification as a certified simulation instructor through Chesney organization. Students are immersed in technologies ranging from low-tech to high fidelity simulators, to advanced learning in module development and implementation. Evaluation strategies to test implementation efficacy guide student learning. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 5115 - Project Management for Health Care Services

3 credit hours

This course covers the skills needed for health care informatics project planning, scheduling and controlling across complex systems. The application of project management software will be examined in depth as well as other techniques of planning, scheduling and controlling projects. In addition, team management strategies, change theory and working across interdisciplinary teams will be explored. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 5121 - Promoting Mental Health: Theory

3 credit hours

The focus of this course is holistic nursing care that promotes health, prevents disease, reduces disability, and supports recovery for individuals of various developmental stages and sociocultural backgrounds who have alterations in mental health. Knowledge and research evidence from the biological and social sciences, genetics and genomics, pharmacology, humanities, and nursing are enlisted in the study of mental disorders, their care and treatment, and the impact of these disorders on the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS, 5005, NURS 5024, NURS 5041

NURS 5131 - Promoting Population Health: Theory

3 credit hours

This course introduces students to the nursing care of populations through the exploration of systems theory, nursing science, public health science and community engagement. Students will explore the roles and competencies of public health nurses in identifying determinants of health and addressing health promotion and disease prevention across the life span. Four frameworks will guide their work: 1) the Ten Essential Services of Public Health; 2) Core Public Health Functions; 3) the Public Health Nursing Competencies; and 4) Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5041; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 5005

NURS 5141 - Foundational Concepts and Skills for Nursing: Theory

3 credit hours

This course examines the nature and context of nursing as a profession within the larger health care system using systems theory as a framework. Professional values, such as altruism, autonomy, human dignity and integrity are introduced as foundational to the practice of nursing. The students are also introduced to the concepts of health, health promotion and protection for individuals, families and communities. There is an emphasis on the role of the nurse in collaborating with an interprofessional team to provide quality and safe care. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 5024

NURS 5212 - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family: Theory

3 credit hours

This course focuses on nursing strategies to promote health and reduce risk of illness related to family development, reproduction, and childbearing. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 5041, NURS 5024

NURS 5960 - Independent Study

1 to 5 credit hours

Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6001 - Advanced Health Assessment: Lab

2 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5001

This course focuses on advanced knowledge and skills necessary for the assessment and promotion of health across the life span. Emphasis will be placed upon collection and interpretation of comprehensive biological, cultural, psychosocial, and physical data from the history and physical examination in relation to both normal and abnormal findings. Course includes one credit of clinical practicum. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6024; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6101

NURS 6002 - Vulnerability, Culture and Nursing

2 credit hours

Theory course related to vulnerability, culture, and the discipline of nursing. Identification of vulnerable populations and analysis of the multiple factors contributing to vulnerability and health issues. Exploration of health and illness worldviews, diverse cultural identities, and nursing care to decrease vulnerability and provide culturally sensitive care. Application of course concepts in 20 hours of field experience. Cross-listed as 5002 for MSN students. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Doctoral Nursing students only.

NURS 6004 - Pharmacology for Registered Nurses

3 credit hours

Examines advanced pharmacological principles and drug actions encountered when providing nursing care across the lifespan. The focus is on major drug class prototypes, commonly prescribed medications, and associated laboratory data. Students analyze therapeutic and adverse drug effects and implications for nursing care. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6010 - Health Care Policy for a Just and Humane World

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5010

Engages students in an examination of health care policies that lead to or detract from a just and humane world. Students examine the ethical, socioeconomic, political, legal, and power considerations in the development of state and national health care policy. They engage in critical analysis of health care policy, with a goal of developing leadership skills to influence policy at the local, state, and federal levels by educating policy makers. Focus is on professional values, advocacy, and cultural diversity issues, as well as discussion and evaluation of the health care policy process. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6014 - Theory Informed Critical Inquiry I

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5014 

Examination of the philosophical, theoretical and methodological frameworks for research with application to scholarship in advanced practice nursing. Particular attention is given to critical research analysis and ethical aspects of scholarly inquiry. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6015 - Critical Inquiry II

3 credit hours

Provides the theoretical basis of clinical scholarship and evidence-based practice through the use of translational research design and methods. Includes an introduction to evaluation research, as applied to advanced nursing practice. Leadership principles to enhance capstone committee guidance and productivity will also be discussed. The capstone project proposal will be refined and ready for presentation and approval by the student’s committee. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6014

NURS 6017 - Health Care Economics and Finance

3 credit hours

This course applies management and microeconomic principles for planning, control, and decision making in health care programs. Introduction of financial concepts, financial management, and cost accounting as they apply to health services. Analysis of cost, quality, and outcomes as factors in the development and evaluation of health care programs. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6018 - Health Program Planning and Development

3 credit hours

In this course we will critically examine and discuss models and processes to systematically plan and evaluate health interventions. Students will develop skills in needs assessment for a specific population, program planning and design, while laying the foundation for an effective evaluation. Emphasis on the formulation of health services and programs while considering stakeholders and other partners as well as current policy issues that may shape the design will be integrated throughout the course. The course will also explore concepts of empowerment, collaboration and partnership building as strategies to facilitate program and organizational goals. Students will gain experience in program proposal writing. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6020 - Epidemiologic Analysis of Populations at Risk

4 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5020 

Focuses on outcomes measures, including statistical and epidemiological measurement, and on health promotion, screening, and disease prevention across the life span. Clinical and public health strategies and interventions are examined, analyzed, and critiqued based on research methods and theoretical data for use in advanced nursing practice. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6021 - Mental Health in Primary Care and Community: Lab

2 credit hours

Addresses the promotion of mental health, diagnosis, and age appropriate treatment of common, uncomplicated mental disorders and the ongoing management of patients with stabilized psychiatric disorders in primary care and the community. The complex interactions of mental and physical health, and bidirectional influences of medical and psychiatric treatment and prognosis, are considered. An ecological model and social determinants of health are examined as factors influencing the development of mental disorders and treatment effectiveness. Emphasis is placed on holistic assessment, early detection, disease prevention, health promotion, and collaborative, integrated approaches to treatment planning and referral processes. In the laboratory component of this course, students develop motivational interviewing skills to facilitate patient and family engagement, behavior change, and self-management. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6022 - Advanced Pharmacology

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5022 

Synthesizes advanced principles of drug therapy for a variety of diseases and disorders. Students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to prescribe drugs across the lifespan, including throughout pregnancy. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6004, NURS 6024

NURS 6024 - Advanced Pathophysiology

4 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5024 

Presents advanced pathophysiologic concepts essential for critical thinking and clinical decision-making. The emphasis is pathophysiology applied to health promotion, disease prevention, and disease management. A case study analysis approach will be utilized to enhance application to patient/clinical situations. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6075 - Clinical Reasoning

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5075 

Development of critical thinking and clinical decision making skills used in health assessment. Approaches to diagnosis, utilization and interpretation of diagnostic tests, developing differential diagnoses, documentation of skills and use of computerized documentation programs are included. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6024

NURS 6101 - Advanced Health Assessment: Theory

2 credit hours

This course focuses on advanced knowledge and skills necessary for the assessment and promotion of health across the life span. Emphasis will be placed upon collection and interpretation of comprehensive biological, cultural, psychosocial, and physical data from the history and physical examination in relation to both normal and abnormal findings. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6024
Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6001

NURS 6104 - Management of Gynecologic and Reproductive Health: Lab

2 credit hours

This lab provides students with the knowledge and skills for the assessment, diagnosis and management of common episodic and chronic gynecological conditions of women in a primary care setting, including culturally diverse, vulnerable and global populations. Health promotion and screening for male and female reproductive health is included. Registration Restriction(s): Majors only; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6001; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6204

NURS 6110 - Ethical Care for Social Justice

4 credit hours

Explores major ethical systems as they impact health care with sensitivity to the vulnerability of all persons and populations. Social justice theory, social justice tradition, and determinants of health are frameworks used to examine the phenomenon of vulnerabilities associated with inequities and disparities. Responses to vulnerability are analyzed via known and postulated determinants, direct and indirect outreach to limit or reduce vulnerability, and structural and policy level endeavors to address variables that create and maintain multigenerational vulnerability with persons and populations, both in local and global communities. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6111 - Health Informatics

3 credit hours

Examines terminology and tools of the health informatics field for application to clinical practice, administration, education, community, and research. This discipline impacts every specialty group within the health care industry. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6120 - Population-Based Health Care

3 credit hours

This course focuses on the context of primary care for populations with identified risk factors, vulnerabilities, and health disparities. Principles of epidemiology are applied in assessing the health needs and outcomes of communities and populations. Students will assess multiple dimensions of inter-professional interventions that address community-based health promotion, evidence-based care, and evaluation. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6121 - Mental Health in Primary Care and Community: Theory

3 credit hours

Addresses the promotion of mental health, diagnosis, and age appropriate treatment of common, uncomplicated mental disorders and the ongoing management of patients with stabilized psychiatric disorders in primary care and the community. The complex interactions of mental and physical health, and bidirectional influences of medical and psychiatric treatment and prognosis, are considered. An ecological model and social determinants of health are examined as factors influencing the development of mental disorders and treatment effectiveness. Emphasis is placed on holistic assessment, early detection, disease prevention, health promotion, and collaborative, integrated approaches to treatment planning and referral processes. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6130 - Foundations of Nursing Knowledge for Advanced Practice

3 credit hours

Provides a foundation for the formation of Doctor of Nursing (DNP) students. Students are introduced to the DNP essentials through the lens of Jesuit discernment. Philosophical and theoretical foundations of advanced practice are explored. Nursing theories are analyzed as examples of how the concepts of Person, Environment, Nursing and Health have been defined and applied in building a body of Nursing knowledge. Prepares students to integrate theories from Nursing and related disciplines as the basis for theory-guided nursing practice and theory. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6160 - Leadership in Health Care Systems

3 credit hours

This course applies a systems perspective to the analysis of healthcare organizations and the development of effective leadership at multiple levels. Students participate in self-evaluative processes that examine their leadership potential and apply principles and processes of leadership development to self and the mentoring of others. Management theories and models are examined and applied to healthcare organizations. Processes for evaluating an organization’s responsiveness to emerging social trends and external forces are explored, including processes of environmental scanning, SWOT analysis, and strategic planning. Change theory is applied to leading change within a team and organization. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6190 - Quality Improvement Process and Methodologies

3 credit hours

This course introduces quality and process improvement methodologies and their application across a range of health care operations. It addresses the evaluation, change, and measurement of processes and associated patient outcomes in an environment that must also consider many external forces such as health care policy, regulatory agencies and consumers. Leading change across complex organizations to improve systems and remain competitive in a constantly changing industry is a core theme. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6200 - Life Saving Skills for Childbearing Women and Newborns

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5000 

Focus on evidence-based practice approaches to ambulatory and inpatient prevention of common and acute health conditions of women and newborns throughout the childbearing years. Introduction to focused physiology, anatomy, genetics and epigenetics will provide context for introducing the content of prenatal care, mechanisms of onset of spontaneous labor, maneuvers for conducting normal delivery, and comfort measures for pregnancy. Skills for immediate assessment and supportive management of the newborn, including physiological, psychosocial and pharmacologic interventions in emergencies will be stressed. Skills to prevent and manage common life-threatening problems of childbearing women and newborns in low and high resource settings will be introduced. Age related, cultural, family, and community variations will be incorporated throughout, and emphasis on care for vulnerable people, and especially on just, judicious and sustainable use of health care resources, globally and locally. This course will be offered in an intensive format and includes lab practice. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6201 - Midwifery Clinical Practicum 1

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5039 

Focus on evidence-based practice approaches to prenatal care, newborn care, and ambulatory management of common and acute health conditions of women through the lifespan, including preconception care. Prevention and screening using patient databases and evidence-based research will be emphasized. Further emphasis will be on physiological, psychosocial and pharmacological interventions with women and well newborns. Age related, cultural, family and community variations will be incorporated into the review of clinical practice guidelines for common chronic and acute conditions. (150 clinical hours). Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6001, 6024, 6202, 6204, 6206, 6208

NURS 6202 - Antepartum, Postpartum and Newborn Care

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5060 

Explore and evaluate the current theories of women’s and newborn’s health, including prenatal care, from several disciplines (biological, genetic, psychological, developmental, sociocultural and cultural). Develop critical thinking and management skills for a holistic approach to the primary care of women during the childbearing year and lactation, and the immediate care and management of the newborn. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6024

NURS 6203 - Midwifery Clinical Practicum 2

5 credit hours

Clinical application of theory and research to effectively implement midwifery intrapartum care. Focus on participation in comprehensive team management of intrapartum and immediate postpartum women with normal deliveries and and common medical, surgical and obstetrical complications across settings. Development of assessment skills for obtaining clinical information for evidence-based care approaches to providing intrapartum, immediate post-partum and newborn care. Skills for evidence-based evaluation and management of the immediate care of the newborn will also be attained. Clinical seminars and a minimum of 150 clinical practice. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6201

NURS 6204 - Management of Gynecologic and Reproductive Health: Theory

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5054 

Health promotion and disease prevention for women from adolescence through post-menopause. Developmental, preconceptional, interconceptional, and postpartum assessment, and management of common episodic and chronic gynecological conditions of women in primary care settings, including culturally diverse, vulnerable and global populations. Health promotion and screening for male reproductive health is also included. Pregnancy care and the common complications are included. Theory and research from nursing and other disciplines are applied and integrate into a case-based approach. Registration restrictions and requisites may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6001, 6024; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6104

NURS 6206 - Primary Care of Women

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5061 

Examines management of common physical and psychological health issues for women. The focus is on evidence-based practice approaches to the primary care management of women including physiological, psychosocial and pharmacological interventions to promote health, prevent illness and treat common acute and chronic non-gynecologic conditions of women. Age-related, cultural, family and community variations are incorporated into the review of clinical practice guidelines for common chronic and acute conditions of women across the lifespan. Refinement of diagnostic reasoning strategies along with principles of teaching, learning, family assessment, cost analysis, and cultural beliefs are integrated in the development of evidence-based practice plans of care. The concept of caring, access to care and topics of social justice, as related to midwifery practice, are woven throughout the course. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6024

NURS 6207 - Midwifery Integration 1: Practicum III

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5059 

Beginning synthesis and application of research to drive treatment decisions and develop evidence based clinical practice. Within the health care team setting, will display midwifery clinical assessment and management across the reproductive lifespan and beyond. Safely conducts primary care for women through the lifespan. Manages gynecological health, pre-conceptual care, prenatal care, intrapartum care including deliveries and postpartum care. Manages the care of the normal newborn from birth to 28 days of life. Includes approaches to clinical practice in a variety of primary and inpatient care settings, including optional global health settings, as they are available. Evaluation and critique of care approaches to women throughout the lifespan and to newborns included. Examines the impact of psychosocial and environmental factors on health care services in maternal-child health and manages common psychological problems of women. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6203

NURS 6208 - Midwifery Management of Intrapartum Postpartum and Newborn

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5063 

Synthesis and application of theory and research to effectively implement advanced midwifery intrapartum care. Focus is on comprehensive interprofessional team participation and management of intrapartum and immediate postpartum care for women with normal births and common medical, surgical and obstetrics complications across settings. Development and evaluation of evidence-based care approaches will be incorporated. Synthesis of evidence-based evaluation and management of the immediate care of the newborn included. Students will examine and articulate roles critically evaluate the impact of contextual factors on health care services with emphasis on vulnerable people and both local and global health settings. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6206

NURS 6209 - Midwifery Integration 2: Practicum IV

5 credit hours

Final synthesis and application of research to drive treatment decisions and develop an evidence based clinical practice. Within the health care team setting, will display midwifery clinical assessment and management skills across the reproductive lifespan and beyond. Safely conducts primary care for women through the lifespan. Manages gynecologic health, pre-conceptual care, prenatal care, intrapartum care including deliveries and postpartum care. Manages the care of the normal newborn from birth to 28 days of life. Includes approaches to clinical practice in a variety of primary and inpatient care settings, including optional global health settings, as they are available. Evaluation and critique of care approaches to women throughout the lifespan and to newborns included. Examines the impact of psychosocial and environmental factors on health care services in maternal-child health and manages common psychological problems of women. Minimum 150 clinical hours. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6207, 6208

NURS 6210 - Global Health for Clinicians

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5064 

Examination of factors contributing to and resulting in acute and chronic alterations in health across the lifespan in low resource settings. Students will examine roles and critically evaluate the impact of contextual factors on health care services, with emphasis on vulnerable people and global health settings. Preparation for travel and participation in providing clinical care in global health settings. Preparation for travel and safety abroad. Description and analysis of entry level advanced practice clinical management, risk reduction, health promotion, disease prevention and complex care of specific common diseases and adverse health resources. Development and clinical evaluation of evidence based care approaches will be incorporated. Clinical skills for immediate evidence based evaluation and management of the newborn also included. Includes strategies for perinatal care in disaster management in the U.S. including pandemic flu. Common causes for death from injury and accident will be included, as well as diagnostic measures and treatments for basic trauma concerns, and for stabilizing the trauma patient for transfer. Course content and focus can be customized as appropriate for particular students and cohorts. Elective. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6001, 6022, 6024, 6075

NURS 6212 - Midwifery History and Professional Issues

2 credit hours

Focuses on the history of midwifery and emerging professional role of midwives and nurse-midwives as licensed, certified and doctorally prepared health care professionals. Knowledge of skills for becoming leaders in maternal child health clinical care, health system design, and advocacy for vulnerable populations will be emphasized. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6250 - Population-Centered Nursing Theory and Practice

5 credit hours

Provides a foundation in public health nursing concepts to integrate into advanced practice. Key to this process is the conceptualization of community and population focused care through an initiation into nursing theory and public health science designated for health promotion and disease prevention on the population level. Throughout the course students will reflect on their developing conceptual model of population focused nursing in the provision of socially just care. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6251 - Public Health Nursing Practice I

2 to 3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5044 

Integrates and applies community health nursing theory and public health science in a community health setting. Students will work with their preceptor to identify and develop programs to meet the needs of at-risk populations served by the community health organization. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6252; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6120

NURS 6252 - Assessment of Communities and Populations

5 credit hours

Addresses the complexity of the health of communities and populations when advanced practice public health nurses participate in the activities of engagement and assessment. The focus of the course is the application of principles of community based participatory research to work collaboratively with key partnerships in the identification of determinants of health and systems within local to global populations. Building on an ecological model, social and behavioral concepts are emphasized. Evaluation of assessment frameworks will culminate in student groups completing a community assessment. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6250

NURS 6253 - Public Health Nursing Practice II

2 to 3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5045 

Integrates and applies public health nursing theory and public health science in a community health setting. Students will use the principles of public health functions and essential services to identify the activities at their clinical placement to meet the needs of at-risk populations served. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6251

NURS 6254 - Population Health Promotion

5 credit hours

Addresses the stages of change and how social determents of health influence health behaviors. Focus is on the role of health promotion to create healthy environments and to optimize the health of communities or populations. The role of collaboration and the concepts of social capital and capacity building are emphasized. Social and environmental factors that influence successful outcomes are examined. The concept of social marketing is introduced. The connection between health promotion and policy developed is explored. Throughout the course examples of local and global health promotion are used. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6252

NURS 6255 - Public Health Nursing Practice III

2 to 3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5046 

Integrates and applies public health nursing theory and public health science in a community health setting. Students will use the principles of community based participatory research to engage key community partners at their clinical site. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6253

NURS 6256 - Biostatistics

5 credit hours

Provides an introduction to selected important topics in biostatistical concepts and reasoning. This course represents an introduction to the field and provides a survey of data and data types. Specific topics include tools for describing central tendency and variability in data; methods for performing inference on population means and proportions via sample data; statistical hypothesis testing and its application to group comparisons; issues of power and sample size in study designs; and random sample and other study types. While there are some formulae and computational elements to the course, the emphasis is on interpretation and concepts. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6020

NURS 6257 - Public Health Nursing Practice IV

2 to 3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5048 

Integrates and applies public health nursing theory and public health science in a community health setting. Students will use the principles of public health functions and essential services to identify the activities at their clinical placement to meet the needs of at-risk populations served. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6255

NURS 6259 - Public Health Nursing Practice V

3 to 5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5019/5050 

Synthesizes previous clinical courses for students to reflect on their development of an advanced practice public health nurse. With an emphasis on provision of services to underserved populations, the advanced practice public health nursing competencies and related employment opportunities will be discussed. Students will use the principles of public health functions and essential services to identify the activities at their clinical placement to meet the needs of at-risk populations served. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6257

NURS 6341 - Geriatric Assessment: Clinical Practicum I

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5056 

A clinical experience in primary care management of older adults. The student will work with a preceptor during provision of primary care to elders. Emphasis is placed on evidence based practice resources, comprehensive assessment, and research-based advanced nursing interventions to promote, maintain and restore health to the elderly. This course includes two components: 1) weekly seminar class; and, 2) 150 or more clinical hours to be completed concurrently with clinical preceptors in the community, as assigned. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6001, 6022, 6024, 6075, 6450

NURS 6351 - Primary Care of Adults/Older Adults Clinical Practicum II

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5067 

Focuses on the application of data based primary care management of common acute and chronic conditions of adults and older adults and on physiological, psychosocial and pharmacological interventions. Age related, cultural, family and community variations will be incorporated into the implementation and evaluation of interventions. Students will use research methodologies to identify, apply, and evaluate evidence based interventions in clinical practice. The course includes two components: 1) Weekly seminar class; and 2) 150 or more clinical hours to be completed concurrently with clinical preceptors in the community, as assigned. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6341, 6450, 6460

NURS 6360 - Assessment of Common Geriatric Syndromes

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5055 

Explores the phenomenon of geriatric syndromes, which encompass complex multi-morbidities that do not fit into discrete disease categories seen in younger persons. Students will learn to select and employ assessment instruments to quantify and evaluate common geriatric syndromes. Students will incorporate research in order to identify evidence-based approaches for treatment of syndromes in elderly patients. Emphasis is placed on comprehensive assessment and research based advanced nursing interventions to promote, maintain, and restore health of the elderly. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of  instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6361 - Complex Care Issues of Adults & Older Adults: Clinical Practicum III

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5069 

Focuses on the application of evidence-based primary care management of common acute and chronic conditions in adults and older adults and on evaluation of physiological and pharmacological interventions. Additional focus will be placed upon geriatric syndromes as a manifestation of multi-morbidities complicated by aging processes. Cultural and age related family and community variations will be incorporated into the implementation and evaluation of interventions. Research on global aging populations will be analyzed as it reflects local population needs and concerns. Students will use research methodologies to identify, apply, and evaluate evidence-based interventions in clinical practice. The course includes two components: 1) Weekly seminar class; and 2) 150 or more clinical hours to be completed concurrently with clinical preceptors in the community, as assigned. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6351, 6460

NURS 6399 - Transition to AGNP Advanced Nursing Practice: Practicum IV

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5070 

Guides final synthesis and application of evidence based research to inform treatment decisions of adults and elders in a precepted clinical environment. Students are required to reflectively incorporate advanced adult/gerontological nursing approaches to clinical practice in a variety of primary care settings. Students will work 1:1 with a clinical preceptor in providing care to adults and elders with complex health concerns. Students will examine the impact of psychosocial and environmental factors on health care services for adults and older adults, as well as evaluate the impact of local and global influences on health maintenance and disease prevention, with particular attention to vulnerable persons and communities. Students in this course will complete at least 150 hours of precepted clinical experiences. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6360, 6361

NURS 6400 - Advance Inpatient Pharmacology

2 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5400 

During this course, the student will be exposed to the pharmacologic agents that are used during acute and chronic phases of altered health. This course will examine the pharmacodynamics, mechanisms of action, and indications/contraindications. At the completion of this course, the student will be able to describe the implications of polypharmacy during an acute change in health status. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6401 - Diagnostics and Procedures

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5401 

During this course, you will be exposed to a variety of clinical laboratory and radiographic tests and understand the principals for ordering tests for both the acute inpatient and outpatient setting. The course will also expose you to an introduction to procedures commonly used in the outpatient and sub-acute settings. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6402 - Acute Care I - Management of Chronic Conditions in the Acute Care Setting

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5402 

Focuses on management of common acute and chronic health problems during an acute care encounter for adult and older adult clients. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of chronic and acute problems. Evidenced-based approaches to acute care management drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge, and practice standards are used to develop therapeutic plan. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6401; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6412

NURS 6403 - Acute Care Practicum I-Management of Chronic Conditions during Acute Alterations in Health

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5403 

Focuses on management of common acute and chronic health problems during an acute care encounter for adult and older adult clients. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of chronic and acute problems. Evidenced-based approaches to acute care management drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge, and practice standards are used to develop therapeutic plans. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6412

NURS 6404 - Acute Care II- Management of Acute and Complex Conditions

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5404 

During this course, you will build on NURS 6402 and 6403 and receive an in depth understanding of acute and complex health conditions which present to the hospital for initial primary management. This course will focus on management of complex and rapidly changing acute and emergent health problems for adult and older adult patients requiring inpatient management. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of chronic or acute problems in the rapidly changing health status. Evidenced-based approaches to acute care management drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge, and practice standards are used to develop therapeutic plans. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6402, 6403, 6412; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6414

NURS 6405 - Acute Care Practicum II- Management of Acute Conditions During Altered States of Health

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5405 

Focuses on management of common acute and chronic health problems during an acute care encounter for adult and older adult clients. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of chronic and acute problems. Evidenced-based approaches to acute care management drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge, and practice standards are used to develop therapeutic plans. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6403

NURS 6406 - Advanced Inpatient and Critical-Care Pharmacology

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5406 

This class focuses on the application of pharmacological interventions to the intensive care unit (ICU) patient population. Students will gain experience and practice in the selection of appropriate therapeutic interventions. The course will provide opportunity for utilizing critical thinking and clinical decision-making to develop evidence based plan of care through case study analysis, literature review, and application to practice. The course builds upon previous pharmacology coursework and advances skills necessary to prescribe appropriate pharmacologic treatment modalities commonly encountered in critical care environments. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program (AGAC); Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6022

NURS 6407 - Acute Care III: Management of Critical and Unstable Conditions

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5407 

Focuses on management of common acute and chronic health problems during an acute care encounter for adult and older adult clients. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of chronic and acute problems. Evidenced-based approaches to acute care management drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge, and practice standards are used to develop therapeutic plan. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6404, 6405, 6414

NURS 6408 - Acute Care Practicum III- Management of Critical or Unstable Conditions during Altered State of Health

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5408 

Focuses on management of common acute and chronic health problems during an acute care encounter for adult and older adult clients. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of chronic and acute problems. Evidenced-based approaches to acute care management drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge, and practice standards are used to develop therapeutic plans. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6405

NURS 6409 - Acute Care Practicum IV- Specialty Focus

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5409 

Focuses on management of chronic, acute, and unstable conditions. Student will explore in depth, a focused area of clinical practice using evidenced-based approaches to acute care management. Student will draw upon theories, research, clinical knowledge, and practice standards to develop therapeutic plan and evaluate the clinical response to care. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6408

NURS 6412 - Acute Care I-Lab: Management of Chronic and Complex Conditions

2 credit hours

Registration Restriction(s): AG-ACNP majors only; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6401; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6402

NURS 6414 - Acute Care II-Lab: Management of Acute and Complex Conditions

2 credit hours

Registration Restriction(s): AG-ACNP majors only; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6402 and 6401; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6404

NURS 6417 - Acute Care III-Lab: Management of Critical and Unstable Conditions

2 credit hours

Registration Restriction(s): AG-ACNP majors only; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6404 and 6401; Co-requisite Course(s): NURS 6407

NURS 6450 - Primary Care Management I Theory: Acute Problems Across the Age Spectrum

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5350 

Focuses on management of common acute health problems in primary care across the lifespan. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of chronic acute problems. Evidenced-based approaches to primary care drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge, and national standards are used to develop therapeutic plans for common acute health problems across the lifespan. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6024, 6075

NURS 6460 - Primary Care Management II

3 credit hours

Focuses on management of common chronic health problems in primary care across the lifespan. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of chronic problems. Evidence-based approaches to primary care drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge and national standards are used to develop therapeutic plans for common chronic health problems across the lifespan. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6450

NURS 6470 - Primary Care Management III: Complex Problems Across the Lifespan

3 credit hours

Focuses on management of complex health problems in primary care across the lifespan. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of complex problems. Clinical decision making processes are examined in relation to the management of these problems. An evidenced based approach to primary care drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge and national standards is used to develop therapeutic plans for complex health problems across the lifespan. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6460

NURS 6486 - Primary Care Management Practicum I - Acute Management

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5086 

Focuses on management of complex health problems in primary care across the lifespan through clinical practicum experience and seminar. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of complex problems. Clinical decision making processes are examined in relation to the management of these problems. An evidenced based approach to primary care drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge and national standards is used to develop therapeutic plans for complex health problems across the lifespan. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6450

NURS 6487 - Primary Care Practicum II - Chronic Issues

5 credit hours

Focuses on management of complex health problems in primary care across the lifespan through clinical practicum experience and seminar. Diagnostic reasoning is used to differentiate the basis of complex problems. Clinical decision making processes are examined in relation to the management of these problems. An evidenced based approach to primary care drawing upon theories, research, clinical knowledge and national standards is used to develop therapeutic plans for complex health problems across the lifespan. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6460, 6486

NURS 6488 - Primary Care Management Practicum III: Complex Problems Across the Lifespan

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5088 

Focuses on the primary health needs of patients including those needs related to health promotion and disease prevention, strategies for identification, management, client and family education, and appropriate referrals. Theories and research from nursing and other disciplines are applied and integrated through seminars, clinical conferences, and clinical practicum experience. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6487

NURS 6489 - Transition to Advanced Practice Nursing: Practicum IV

5 credit hours

Integration of theoretical and clinical components of the advanced nurse practitioner role in a capstone clinical experience. One hundred fifty hours of clinical practice in primary care settings with patients across the lifespan. Scheduled seminars to integrate the leadership, accountability, autonomy, professionalism, collaboration, consultation, and research dimensions of the role. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6488

NURS 6500 - Motivational Interviewing Theory and Practice

2 credit hours

This course examines motivational interviewing (MI) theory and concepts for use with individuals, families and groups attempting to engage in health promotion and behavior change. In the course, we will explore the guiding principles, strategies and skills for incorporating motivational interviewing techniques in client-centered work with individuals with psychiatric and co-occurring disorders with particular focus on creating opportunities for behavior change. The theoretical framework for MI and other change theories are explored. Students will be trained in motivational interviewing practice skills to assess readiness and motivation for behavior change and discerning legal, ethical and social justice issues in therapeutic relationships and psychotherapy practice. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6501 - Theory-Guided Psychotherapy and Health Promotion: Theory

3 credit hours

This course examines theories and concepts that guide psychotherapy practice and the empowerment of individuals, families and groups to engage in health promotion and behavior change. Major psychotherapy models are analyzed for theoretical frameworks and evidence-based applications across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on the role of the advanced practice psychiatric nurse in assessing readiness and motivation for behavior change and discerning legal, ethical and social justice issues in therapeutic relationships and psychotherapy practice. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6502 - Neurobiology of Psychiatric Disorders and Addictions

3 credit hours

Integrates knowledge and research evidence from genetics, epigenetics, neurodevelopment, neurobiology and pharmacology in the study of psychiatric disorders and addictions across the lifespan. Students apply a neurobiological framework to the analysis of behaviors and symptoms and the discernment of neurobiological targets for health promotion, prevention, and treatment in advanced practice psychiatric mental health nursing. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6024

NURS 6503 - PMHNP Clinical Diagnosis and Management Practicum I

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5035 

The first clinical practicum course in the FMHNP Program provides opportunities for students to develop skills in psychiatric interviewing, therapeutic communication, and relationship development as a basis for conducting a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, and engaging patients in treatment planning and patient/family education. The emphasis is on demonstrating standards of professional practice and clinical guidelines for the advanced practice psychiatric mental health nursing role in the care of patients of diverse cultural backgrounds and developmental stages across the lifespan. Students apply knowledge of interprofessional psychiatric theories and research, diagnostic criteria, evidence-based practice guidelines and developmental theory to the interpretation of patient clinical data and processes of diagnostic decision making and treatment planning. Evidence of professional nursing values and receptivity to supervision and feedback are expectations for the beginning development of self-reflective practice. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6024

NURS 6504 - Advanced Psychiatric Diagnosis and Management Across the Lifespan

4 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5038 

Provides the knowledge base for assessment, differential diagnosis, management, and prevention of mental health problems and psychiatric disorders across the lifespan. Advanced practice and interprofessional psychiatric theories, scientific literature, diagnostic criteria and evidence-based practice guidelines are analyzed and applied through case-based learning as a foundation for age-appropriate psychiatric assessment and clinical decision-making. Students gain knowledge of medical conditions that impact or mimic psychiatric conditions. Emphasis is placed on the scope and standards of practice for the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, including ethical and legal issues, cultural competence, advocacy for socially just and responsible public policy, and the translation of science and scholarship for practice improvement. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6001, 6022, 6024, 6075

NURS 6505 - PMHNP Clinical Diagnosis and Management Practicum II

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5036 

This second clinical practicum course provides opportunities for students to increase skills and independence in psychiatric assessment, diagnostic reasoning, treatment planning. The expanded focus of this clinical practicum is on integration of safe and appropriate pharmacotherapeutics and complementary therapeutics in the management of patients with psychiatric symptoms from diverse cultures across the lifespan. Increased emphasis is placed on identifying and interpreting appropriate laboratory tests and diagnostic studies, assessing and managing safety risks, evaluating the medical effects of treatment and the impact of medical co-morbidities on treatment decisions. Individualized, culturally sensitive education plans include explanation of risks and benefits and are based on assessment of patient readiness to engage in care. Students evaluate self in relationship to PMHNP standards of practice and seek consultation based on awareness of personal limitations and continuing development of self-reflective practice. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6506 - Psychopharmacology and Complementary Therapeutics I

4 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5052 

Provides a knowledge base for the management of psychopharmacology and complementary therapeutics for patients with psychiatric symptoms and disorders across the lifespan. Students gain knowledge of psychopharmacology theory, evidence-based clinical guidelines, targets and mechanisms of drug action, drug-drug interactions, laboratory tests, monitoring guidelines, and complementary and alternative medicine options. Case-based learning provides opportunities to apply knowledge in clinical decision making. Emphasis is placed on the scope and standards of prescribing practice for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, including ethical and legal issues, processes of informed consent, monitoring and safety, documentation, and adverse event reporting. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6022, NURS 6024

NURS 6507 - PMHNP Clinical Diagnosis and Management Practicum III

5 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5037 

Focused on the assessment and management of substance-related disorders and co-occurring disorders across the lifespan. Risk-mitigation strategies, crisis management, and recovery principles are applied to treatment for opiate use and substance abuse. Emphasis is placed on analysis of interprofessional roles, assessment of individual, family and cultural factors, and consideration of least restrictive and appropriate interventions in planning care. Students gain experience in therapeutic termination of nurse-patient relationships and coordination of care with other providers in safely transitioning patients across treatment settings and/or levels of care. Increasing competence is expected in motivational interviewing, individual and group therapy, and facilitation of family meetings. Competencies include the ability to give and receive feedback and provide consultation to others in the development of self-reflective practice. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6508 - Assessment and Management of Substance Disorders and Addictions Across the Lifespan

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5034 

Provides the knowledge base for evidence-based screening, assessment, health promotion, and treatment of substance-related disorders, co-occurring disorders and addictions across the lifespan. Students gain knowledge of the epidemiology and neurobiology of substance-related disorders and the comprehensive management of substance use, withdrawal, detoxification, and recovery. Advanced practice and interprofessional theories, scientific literature and evidence-based guidelines are analyzed and applied through case-based learning as a foundation for assessment and clinical decision making. Emphasis is placed on the scope and standards of practice for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in managing substance-related disorders and addictions, including ethical and legal issues, cultural competence, advocacy for socially just and responsible public policy, and the translation of science and scholarship for practice improvement. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6509 - Transition to Professional Practice, PMHNP Clinical Practicum IV

5 credit hours

Focuses on readiness to transition to competent practice as a doctorally-prepared psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Emphasis is place on evaluation of patient and population health outcomes; translation of science for practice improvement; improved health care access, safety, quality and affordability; and policy analysis and advocacy. Students demonstrate leadership in interprofessional collaboration and the facilitation of effective performance of healthcare teams for optimal outcomes. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6510 - Psychopharmacology and Complementary Therapeutics II

3 credit hours

Examines advanced psychopharmacology concepts and the clinical management of psychopharmacology for complex populations across the lifespan. Students critically analyze concepts of pharmacogenetics, polypharmacy, off-label prescribing, and alternative options to psychotropic medications. Principles of clinically appropriate and ethically responsible practice are applied to dosing schedules, cross tapering, and discontinuation challenges. Findings from evidence-based clinical trials are applied to psychopharmacology and complementary therapeutics for specific populations. Emphasis is placed on the scope and standards of practice for the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, including advocacy for socially just and responsible policies and translation of science and scholarship for practice improvement. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6001, 6022, 6024, 6506

NURS 6512 - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Across the Lifespan: Lab

2 credit hours

Teaches basic knowledge and skills in conducting cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) with individuals across the lifespan. Research evidence and indications for CBT are examined for specific clinical populations. Students learn principles and approaches of CBT during the theory component of the course, and practice skills and techniques in the laboratory setting. The role of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in conducting CBT is explored. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6500

NURS 6513 - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Across the Lifespan: Theory

2 credit hours

This course teaches basic knowledge and skills in conducting cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) with individuals across the lifespan. Research evidence and indications for CBT are examined for specific clinical populations. Students learn principles and approaches of CBT during the theory component of the course, and practice skills and techniques in the laboratory setting. The role of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in conducting CBT is explored. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6500

NURS 6514 - The Integrated Management of Psychiatric Disorders

4 credit hours

This course will assist students as they make a final transition from a student role to a safe and effective provider in the community. The course explores evidence-based advanced psychopharmacology, the use of evidence-based therapy modalities (CBT, ACT, complementary/alternative treatments), case management in complex therapeutic situations, role transition from student to professional ARNP, introduction to practice management, and the ethical and legal aspects of providing safe and effective care to psychiatric clients as an advanced practice provider. Must be taken in the final 2 quarters of the program. Registration Restriction(s): Majors only. PMH DNP students only

NURS 6901 - DNP Internship I

3 credit hours

This is the introductory doctoral seminar and concurrent internship discussing issues relative to the refinement and implementation of the doctoral scholarly project with faculty and peer critique in a supportive, collaborative learning environment. The seminar provides opportunity for developing public speaking and presentation skills through public presentation of project proposals to students and faculty with the college. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6015, 6130

NURS 6903 - DNP Project Internship II

2 to 4 credit hours

Serves as a forum for discussion and critique of the implementation phase of the doctoral scholarly project within the concurrent DNP internship. Seminar discussion includes problem solving and solution sharing in a supportive, collaborative environment. Students inform and update seminar colleagues in health care regulations, issues in scientific inquiry, and current federal guidelines as they apply to the project. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6901

NURS 6905 - DNP Project Internship III

2 to 4 credit hours

This third doctoral project internship serves as a forum for the completion, final presentation and evaluation of the DNP project. Students prepare for entry into a doctoral level of practice within their advanced practice nursing area and identify plans for continuing their personal and professional growth and development as individuals, members of a profession, and members of society. The seminar provides opportunities for developing public speaking skills through public presentation to faculty, peers, and the university community. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6903

NURS 6907 - DNP Project Internship IV

1 to 4 credit hours

The optional fourth doctoral project internship provides opportunities for additional DNP project hours. Students prepare for entry into a doctoral level of practice within their advanced practice nursing area and identify plans for continuing their personal and professional growth and development as individuals, members of a profession, and members of society. The seminar provides opportunities for developing public speaking skills through public presentation to faculty, peers and the university community. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program; Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6905

NURS 6960 - Independent Study

1 to 3 credit hours

Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program

NURS 6990 - DNP Project Internship

1 to 4 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 6700 

Provides an opportunity for students to focus on their DNP Project independently and accrue additional clinical hours. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor. Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program