Nursing students will examine a variety of quantitative, qualitative as well as evidence-based research methodologies useful in their role as care provider and member of the nursing profession. Each step of the quantitative research process will be reviewed/critiqued and then presented by students. Students will read and analyze qualitative data. Additionally, ethical principles and values important to the conduct of research will be explored. Prerequisites: 221, 230, 240, 290, 342, 349; MATH 130 or 230, WCII course.

This direct care clinical course uses caring communication to explore patient life histories and experiences which are integral to relationship-based care of aging individuals. By immersing themselves in different settings across the continuum of care for older adults, students will utilize the nursing process to develop holistic nursing interventions to promote trust and establish a plan that considers principles of equity and diversity.

The course focuses on developing holistic, therapeutic, person-centered communication skills that are effective in promoting inclusivity, equity, diversity, and relationship-building with patients, families, and other health care professionals. Emphasis will be on exploring written, verbal and nonverbal communication, as well as, active listening skills.

Courses on topics of interest to nursing students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by the instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit. For specific section description, click to the Section Details in VitNet.

Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. Prerequisites as determined by instructor. May be repeated for credit.

This course focuses on scientific research as it applies to disciplines in healthcare. Students will learn about the statistical techniques associated with collecting and analyzing data, to make informed decisions based on current evidence. Students will learn to interpret tables and charts, descriptive statistics, basic and discrete probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. Students will also learn statistical techniques and the most appropriate statistical methods used in research. QQL Bachelor Completion.

This didactic and clinical course provides a holistic relationship-based care approach to the assessment and management of healthy and high-risk families during childbearing years, as well as healthy and high-risk mothers and newborns. Students will utilize the nursing process to provide equitable care to diverse families based on inclusivity for providing professional holistic care. Students will also utilize a clinical judgement framework to evaluate maternal and neonatal outcomes. Prerequisites: 231, 232, 242, 349, PSYC 220, WCII course.

This course introduces the student to the profession of nursing in society. Emphasis will be on the role and function of the professional nurse which includes self-care practices. Concepts of ethics, clinical judgement, nursing process, nursing care plans, and health promotion with a focus on the holistic nature of nursing stemming from Florence Nightingale and other nurse theorists will be explored. The course will also prepare students to write professionally, establish skills for nursing research and integrate reflection into their practice.

This course provides knowledge of the older adult and relates nursing skills. It introduces age related changes, their impact on the functional health patterns and issues concerning the older adult population. Clinical experience takes place in a variety of settings and in the community with older adults. Prerequisites: 230, 290, 342, BIOL 296, complete immunization and health record on file in the university health services office, C.N.A. certification; CPR certification, caregiver background check, admission to professional nursing sequence.

The course introduces health promotion and diseaseprevention strategieswhile incorporating person-centered carethat promotes health and health equityfordiversepopulations across the lifespan.Students gain knowledge of physical assessment skills necessary to complete a culturally competent health history and physical examination using holistic principles considering physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural concerns.