NRS 500 Core Concepts for the Advanced Generalist
Assists the learner to identify, understand, and apply concepts essential to the practice of client and family-centered nursing across the lifespan. A variety of teaching methodologies will be used to examine essential physiological and psychosocial concepts, the professional nursing role, and introductory clinical reasoning. [3]
NRS 500P Core Concepts for the Advanced Generalist Practicum
Provides an opportunity for the learner to analyze and apply core concepts presented in the didactic courses. Using a variety of health care settings, the learner will establish therapeutic relationships with a variety of clients and determine selected health care needs of individuals and groups. The role of the advanced generalist in assessing, analyzing, and evaluating individuals, groups, and systems is emphasized. [2]
NRS 501 Theoretical Perspectives for Nursing Science and Practice
Provides an exploration, critical analysis, and application of theories important to the development of nursing science and practice. The learner will explore the philosophical context within which nursing developed as a scholarly discipline. Selected theories within and outside nursing will be evaluated and applied to nursing of individuals, families, systems and communities This is a writing intensive course. [3]
NRS 504 Health Assessment for the Advanced Generalist
Provides comprehensive health promotion and health assessment techniques through a multidimensional case study approach. Addresses comprehensive history, physical, and psychological assessment of signs and symptoms, pathophysiological changes and psychological variations across the lifespan. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of NRS 500 and NRS 500P. [3]
NRS 504P Health Assessment for the Advanced Generalist Practicum
Provides practice and application of comprehensive health assessment techniques across the lifespan, including completion of a comprehensive history and physical. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of NRS 500 and NRS 500P. [2]
NRS 505 Pathophysiology for the Advanced Generalist
Provides a conceptual approach to alterations in normal anatomic structure and function. General and system specific concepts related to causation and clinical presentation of pathophysiology are discussed. This course will provide the foundation for the application of advanced pathophysiologic concepts to common clinical situations. Critical thinking is emphasized. Application of evidence-based pathophysiologic research will be discussed. Prerequisite: satisfactory completion of NRS 500 and NRS 500P [4]
NRS 505 Pathophysiology for the Advanced Generalist (web based)
Provides a conceptual approach to alterations in normal structure and function. General and system specific concepts related to causation and clinical presentation of pathology will be discussed. This course will enable the application of advanced pathologic concepts to common clinical situations. Critical thinking is emphasized. Application to research is discussed. Intended for post-BSN students. Students will register for section "W." [4]
NRS 506 Pharmacology for the Advanced Generalist
Provides a conceptual lifespan approach to understanding pharrmacotherapeutics. Stresses scientific principles underlying pharmacological treatments. Critical thinking is emphasized. Application of research is discussed. Reliable pharmacotherapeutic resources for the practitioner and patient are introduced. Prerequisite: satisfactory completion of NRS 500 and NRS 500P. [4]
NRS 507 Ethics and Role for the Advanced Generalist (web based)
Provides an exploration of the ethical issues related to practice as an advanced generalist. Application of ethical principles and standards to clinical environments and clinically relevant ethical issues is emphasized. The role of the advanced generalist is analyzed and compared to other nursing roles, with an emphasis on implementation of the advanced generalist role in various health care contexts. Post-BSN students only. Students will register for section "W." [3]
NRS 510 Introduction to Applied Biostatistics
NRS 513 Synthesis of Scientific Concepts for Practice
Using case studies, students will synthesize and apply concepts and principles related to health assessment, pathophysiology, and pharmacology. In small groups, students will apply concepts and principles to identify nursing problems and formulate and evaluate plans of care. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of NRS 500 and NRS 500P; co-requisite or prerequisite: satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 504, NRS 504P [1]
NRS 514 Public Health and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing
Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of NRS 500, NRS 500P, NRS 504, NRS 504P, NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [5]
NRS 514AP Public Health Nursing Practicum
Provides for clinical application of concepts learned in NRS 514. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [2]
NRS 514BP Psychiatric Mental Health Practicum
Provides for clinical application of concepts learned in NRS 514. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [2]
NRS 515 Nursing Care of Women and Newborns
Integrates interdisciplinary, evidenced-based knowledge to provide nursing care to and promote optimal functioning of reproductive-age women, newborns, and families in states of wellness or illness. Pre-requisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [3]
NRS 515P Nursing Care of Women and Newborns Practicum
Provides for clinical application of concepts learned in NRS 515. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [2]
NRS 516 Nursing Care of Infants, Children and Adolescents
Presents current research and theory for providing evidenced-based, family centered nursing care to infants, children and adolescents. Pre-requisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [3]
NRS 516P Nursing Care of Infants, Children and Adolescents Practicum
Provides forlinical application of concepts learned in NRS 516. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [2]
NRS 517 Informatics for Health Care Environments
Introduces the student to health care informatics. Functional knowledge of theory and application of nursing informatics to improve patient care and support best practices is emphasized. [2]
NRS 518 Adult and Gerontological Health Nursing
Presents current research and theory for providing evidenced-based, family centered nursing care to adults and older adults. Pre-requisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [5]
NRS 518P Adult and Gerontological Health Nursing Practicum
Provides for clinical application of concepts learned in NRS 518. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [6]
NRS 521 Research and Evidence-based Nursing Practice: Impacting Clinical Outcomes
Prepares the student to undertake systematic investigations of clinical questions from research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement perspectives. Pre- or co-requisite: NRS 501, NRS 510. Students will register for section "W." [3] NRS 522 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Across Diverse Populations
Provides an overview of health promotion principles and steps for planning interventions for culturally diverse populations. Students apply the ecological model and epidemiological principles and measures to guide assessment of factors that influence health risk and status of diverse populations. [3]
NRS 523 Leading and Managing Environments of Care I
First in a two-sequence course that examines the role of leader and manager in clinical environments. Leadership theory and leadership characteristics are explored, and principles and practices of nursing management are presented. [2]
NRS 524 Leading and Managing Environments of Care II
Second in a two-sequence course that examines the role of leader and manager in clinical environments. Leadership theory and leadership characteristics are explored, and principles and practices of nursing management are presented. [2]
NRS 525 Economics, Health System Policy, and Politics in Health Care
Explores how policy and economics influence health care delivery. The learner moves from examination of broad national trends to their direct impact on practice. Learning experiences are organized so that students apply knowledge of health care policy and financing to health care issues, including practical experiences in the budgeting process and cost- effectiveness analysis. [3]
NRS 526 Comprehensive Clinical Management across Health Care Settings
Provides requisite knowledge to plan, deliver, and evaluate nursing care to individuals and families with complex health care and related needs across health care settings. Selected actual and potential health alterations are used as the context within which concepts of case management, care transition, prioritization of care and discharge planning are applied. Emphasizing family centered care as a framework self-management and self-efficacy are presented as major nursing approaches. The role of the advanced generalist as a clinical leader, member of a team, and outcomes manager across health care settings are emphasized. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [3]
NRS 526AP Clinical Management in Acute Care Settings
Provides application of principles learned in NRS 526 to the acute care setting. Pre-requisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [2]
NRS 526BP Clinical Management in Community Settings
Provides application of principles learned in NRS 526 to the community setting. Pre-requisites: Satisfactory completion of didactic and practicum portions of all previous clinical courses; satisfactory completion of NRS 505, NRS 506, NRS 513. [2]
NRS 547 Teaching Practicum
Students with no teaching experience will enroll in a minimum of one didactic and one supervised teaching practicum. [6]
NRS 550 Clinical Immersion and Role Synthesis
Provides an opportunity for the learner to apply concepts and theory of nursing care and leadership in a clinical setting of their interest. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of all didactic and practicum courses in the Advanced Generalist program. [12]
NRS 560 Advanced Generalist Capstone Project
Provides for an opportunity to synthesize all previous learning in the Advanced Generalist curriculum and apply theories, concepts, and principles to a clinical issue of interest. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of all didactic and practicum courses in the Advanced Generalist program. [1]
NRS 601 Understanding Scientific Paradigms
This course provides a foundation in relevant philosophies of science that have influenced scientific thought in nursing. The learner will examine how philosophies of science influence understanding of phenomena, the choice of research methods and the interpretation of research findings. [3]
NRS 602 Developing a Conceptual Understanding of Clinical Phenomena
This course provides the learner with the opportunity to explore a concept embedded within a particular context or phenomenon of interest. The learner will do an extensive integrative review of the literature and develop understanding of the evolution of their concept of interest. [3]
NRS 603 Integrating Models for Framework Development
This course provides the learner with an opportunity to develop or expand a theoretical framework that will guide their Advanced Clinical Research Practicum and their dissertation research. Integration of the literature is emphasized. [2]
NRS 604 Developing Professional Writing Skills
This course assists students to develop their publication knowledge and skills. Issues related to the publication process will be explored. Emphasis is on health science writing and publication in journal articles. [2] NRS 605 Ethical Conduct in Research Settings
This course provides the student with an interactive format to discuss the researcher's responsibilities for conducting ethically sound scientific research as well as select ethical issues in research. Students will analyze an ethical issue as it relates to their own research area. [2]
NRS 661 Developing a Leadership Plan
This web-based course is the first of a two-part series of leadership seminars. Students will be introduced to models of effective nursing leadership and principles of leadership plan development. The major learning outcome will be the development of a personal leadership e-portfolio, in conjunction with a mentor that will facilitate acquisition of leadership competencies commensurate with career goals. [3] NRS 662 Examining Core Leadership Competencies
This web-based course is the second of a two-part series of leadership seminars. Students will examine core leadership competencies and begin to implement their personal leadership e-portfolios, revising them as necessary. [3]
NRS 671 The Research Process: Multi-method Perspectives
Emphasis is on the concepts related to the significance, innovation and development of scientific questions and the importance of translating and disseminating findings to scientific and lay communities. [4]
NRS 672 The Research Process: Quantitative Design
Development, integration and application of the knowledge, attitude and skills required to function as a clinical nurse scientist. Emphasis is on the critical appraisal of selected sampling designs relevant to quantitative research. [3]
NRS 673 The Research Process: Quantitative Methods
Development, integration and application of the knowledge, attitudes and skills required to function as a clinical nurse scientist. Emphasis is on measurement, intervention fidelity, data management, and instrument development. [3]
NRS 674 The Research Process: Qualitative Design
Focus is on selected issues in the design, conduct and the reporting of qualitative research. Emphasis is on the critical appraisal of selected qualitative research methodologies and design. [3]
NRS 675 The Research Process: Qualitative Methods
Focus is on concepts related to the integrity of the qualitative research process including data management, analysis and interpretation of findings. [3]
NRS 689 Developing Grantsmanship Skills I
This first of a two-course sequence assists students to develop predoctoral grantsmanship skills. The course focuses on locating predoctoral and other grant resources, and developing grant writing, time management and critiquing skills. The major learning outcome is that students will complete a preliminary draft of selected portions of a National Research Service Award (NRSA) Predoctoral Application (F31). [2]
NRS 690 Developing Grantsmanship Skills II
This second, of a two-course sequence assists students to further develop predoctoral and post grantsmanship skills. This course focuses on polishing grant writing skills; refining grant review and critiquing skills; expanding skills of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary collaboration; and developing beginning post grantsmanship skills. The major learning outcome is that students will have a more refined and working draft of an entire NRSA Predoctoral Application (F31). [2]
NRS 691 Advanced Clinical Research Practicum
A minimum of 12 credit hours of individually designed courses of independent study are planned conjointly by the doctoral student and academic advisor. Pass/No Pass grading. The successful completion of these hours, a submitted paper and verbal presentation constitutes the achievement of candidacy status. [12 QH minimum]
NRS 699 Dissertation Research
The student contracts with faculty members and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs for independent research. The doctoral candidate must be enrolled for at least three quarter hours each quarter or until the dissertation has been defended. The successful dissertation defense constitutes a submitted paper and verbal defense. [12 QH minimum]
NRS 900 Independent Study
Student contracts with faculty member to complete an academic independent study in a selected area of nursing. [v]
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