Nursing

NUR 300      Transitions: Bridge to Baccalaureate Nursing Education (2)

The learner will be introduced to the role of the baccalaureate professional nurse. Learners will maximize opportunities and benefits of obtaining a baccalaureate education. Learners will explore the relationship of nursing literature and evidence based practice in professional nursing. Concepts covered will prepare the learner for increased success throughout the nursing program, as they engage in adult learning principles and active learning concepts. The learner will critically reflect on their beginning transition into a baccalaureate prepared professional nurse, fully engaged in the educational process.

 

NUR 313      Theoretical Bases for Professional Nursing Practice (3)

Assessment of individuals across the life span is addressed as they experience wellness and illness. The focus is on the interrelatedness of all components of health assessment. Apply the framework of selected nursing theories of a comprehensive assessment of the individual’s health. Health assessment skills are refined within the full scope of professional Nursing Practice. Accountability and responsibility of the ethical nurse is emphasized. Critical thinking skills are enhanced as the student develops a beginning level of competency in physical and psychological assessments within faculty supervised laboratory settings with well individuals. Therapeutic communication skills are also facilitated throughout the obtainment of personal health data and the formulation of nursing diagnoses. (Lab – 3 hours per week) Prerequisite: NUR 300.

 

NUR 314      Comprehensive Health Assessment (3)

Assessment of individuals across the life span is addressed as they experience wellness and illness. The focus is on the interrelatedness of all components of health assessment. Apply the framework of selected nursing theories of a comprehensive assessment of the individual’s health. Health assessment skills are refined within the full scope of professional Nursing Practice. Accountability and responsibility of the ethical nurse is emphasized. Critical thinking skills are enhanced as the student develops a beginning level of competency in physical and psychological assessments within faculty supervised laboratory settings with well individuals. Therapeutic communication skills are also facilitated throughout the obtainment of personal health data and the formulation of nursing diagnoses. (Lab – 3 hours per week) Prerequisite: NUR 300.

 

NUR 320A   Nursing Theory for Professional Nursing Practice (2)

A theoretical and empirical foundation within the discipline of nursing is essential to the formation of the professional nurse. Selected nursing theories and Standards of Practice, as described in the New York State Education Law and the American Nurses’ Association (ANA) Standards of Professional Nursing Practice, are introduced to guide the accelerated RN/BS/MS student to further the development of their professional nursing practice. Critical reflection, caring, principles of teaching/learning, collaboration, role theory and development, and health and wellness are explored to develop the student’s understanding of nursing. Reflection and articulation of values and ideals within the profession and self are encouraged and described within personal philosophies of nursing. Prerequisite: NUR 300.

 

NUR 325      Epidemiology in Nursing (2)

The concepts and methods of descriptive epidemiology are introduced and applied to health care delivery and professional nursing practice. Patterns of acute and chronic disease occurrences and progression are studied. The discovery of unusual disease patterns is also critically examined across culturally diverse communities. Methods to uncover epidemiological causes, frequency, and the distribution of disease; and the critical appraisal of the literature and screening programs are explored to promote a theoretical and empirical foundation for practice. The utilization of epidemiological information and evidenced-based data will be applied across populations to reduce risk, prevent disease, and optimize health among communities. Prerequisite: NUR 300.

 

NUR 330A   Nursing Research for Professional Nursing Practice (2)

Professional standards of practice, the moral obligation to safeguard human subjects, and the ethic of care are emphasized as professional nurses participate in research activities. Learners critically review qualitative and quantitative research designs. The integration of knowledge from nursing, the arts, and sciences provides a basis for analyzing nursing research and applying this knowledge to professional nursing practice. The application of these studies as they relate to the foundation of practice, research utilization, and evidence based nursing is examined by students in the accelerated RN/BS/MS program. Prerequisite: NUR 300.

 

NUR 340A   Nursing Leadership (1)

Designed for the accelerated RN to BS/MS programs of study, students learn to evaluate and integrate communication, management, change and leadership within the micro-systems of the healthcare institution. This course focuses on developing the leadership and management function of the professional nurse through a synthesis of knowledge from previous nursing courses, and leadership and management theories. Through the leadership project, the student will further develop and refine the skills necessary to coordinate, manage and deliver nursing care. Prerequisites: NUR 320A and 330A (or equivalent), current NYS Registered Professional Nurse license, Health Clearance.

 

NUR 344      Ethical Issues in Nursing (2)

Provides the professional nurse with information regarding ethical and legal issues that they may confront in a variety of health care settings. The student will explore and discuss ethical issues utilizing theoretical knowledge emanating from a variety of theorists. The ANA Code of Ethics will be introduced, discussed, and applied to health care scenarios. The professional nurse will critically examine ethical issues and their ramifications and thus learn the importance of collaboration in ethical situations. Several ethical decision making models will be presented and discussed to assist the student in clarifying their personal and professional roles. The professional nurse will develop skills essential for ethical decision making through exploration of these topics. Prerequisite: NUR 300.

 

NUR 377      Introduction to Clinical Nursing Education (2)

This introductory course will explore the functions of the clinical nurse educator. This course will provide a practical approach to clinical nursing instruction. Evidence-based clinical teaching methodologies will be explored, with emphasis on the process of educating a diverse nursing body.

 

NUR 381      Nursing Education and Instruction for Long Term Care (2)

Students will examine nurse educator competencies and apply principles of teaching and learning, adult learning theory, critical reflection, and active learning strategies to teach nurses and other health care personnel in clinical and classroom settings. A variety of informational sources such as lecture, discussions groups, and web enhanced instruction will be explored and related to personal experiences in service and academic learning environments. Research, literature, and case studies supporting these techniques with plans for assessment of learning outcomes will be explored throughout this course to enhance one’s teaching practice.

 

NUR 383      Palliative Care (2)

In recognition of the universal need for humane end-of-life care, it is essential that nurses appreciate their unique opportunity and responsibility for insuring that individuals at the end of life experience a peaceful death. Recognition of the limits and inappropriate use of technological resources and apprehensions of the public about suffering and expenses associated with dying contribute to a renewed interest in humane end-of-life care. Precepts underlying palliative care principles are crucially examined and include the assumptions that individuals live until the moment of death; that care is sensitive to diversity, and gives attention to the physical, psychological, and spiritual concern of the patient and the patient’s family. By stimulating scholarly discourse on this important reality, this course serves as a catalyst for integrating palliative care into traditional models of care delivery.

 

NUR 384      Evidence-based Practice in Nursing (2)

The exploration and application of evidence-based practice (EBP) is the emphasis of this course. Students will learn how to solve practice problems by formulating and EBP question and answer it using the best evidence available. An in-depth look at performing literature searches and utilizing practice guidelines will be presented. EBP implementation models will help students learn the best way to explore practice questions and present change. Students will have the opportunity to exercise these skills through a written assignment and examination of internet resources (e.g. Cochrane Library).

 

NUR 385      Transformational Leadership for Nurses (2)

The exploration and application of transformational leadership for Nurses is the emphasis of this course. Students explore leadership styles and an innovation model to investigate the significance and application of transformational leadership. Profiles of leaders and analysis of team approaches are explored within a variety of practice arenas. Critical reflection of the individual nurse’s role as a leader and the student’s personal leadership development will be explored as it relates to transforming others.

 

NUR 386      The Nurse Practice Act (2)

The course provides an overview of the nurse practice act from its’ past to the present. It will assist the professional nurse in designing the nurse practice act of the future. The practice act and the influences affecting nursing practice and the health care delivery system will be discussed.

 

NUR 387      History of Nursing (2)

Awareness of historical events in the discipline of nursing fosters socialization within the profession, facilitates comprehension of current nursing issues and prepares the nurse for future trends in the discipline. Critical reflection of the historical roots in nursing enhances the development of professional nursing roles. Exploration of nursing history promotes critical thinking skills and allows for understanding of the impact of historical events on practice today.

 

NUR 388      Civility and Horizontal Violence (2)

Violence between and among nurses is a behavioral interaction found within all types of workplace environments. This course examines the nuances of horizontal violence among professionals within health care settings. Emphasis on civility and preventing horizontal violence explored through effective communication strategies, anger management, and standards of professional behavior.

 

NUR 389      Introduction to Integrative Nursing (3)

Concepts of integrative or holistic nursing, as they apply to self-care and to client populations, are introduced in this course. Nursing theory in holistic practice is explored. The psychophysiology of mind-body healing is utilized as a basis for understanding nursing from a holistic perspective. A variety of complementary and alternative therapies (CAM) are investigated within the framework of evidence-based practice.

 

NUR 390      Nursing Research (3)

Professional standards of practice with the ethical obligation to safeguard human subjects impacts the professional nurses practice and participation in research activities. Students learn to critically review qualitative and quantitative research designs and explore their relevance within culturally diverse populations. The integration of knowledge from nursing, the arts, and sciences provides a basis for the development of critical reflection. Students will apply critical reflection with peer collaboration to foster independent judgment and decision making in one’s practice. The student will identify innovative approaches to healthcare through research and evidence based practice. Prerequisites: NUR 313 and STA 100.

 

NUR 444      Nursing Leadership (3)

The professional nurse functions in the role of leader, manager, collaborator, teacher, counselor, innovator and advocate in the delivery of health care to the client across the care continuum. This course focuses on developing the leadership and management function of the professional nurse through a synthesis of knowledge from the arts and sciences, previous nursing courses, leadership and management theories, and professional ethics. Using selected theories and relevant research findings, the student develops and refines the skills necessary to coordinate, manage, and deliver nursing care within the healthcare micro-system. (30 hour precepted leadership clinical experience.) Prerequisites: NUR 313, 390, 308 or 306 or 307, upper division writing course, matriculated status, all clinical requirements.

 

NUR 455      Public Health Nursing Science (5)

The basic concepts of public and community health and their interrelationship with people, nursing, and the environment are examined. Structure, function, and programs of the health care system are explored. Critical reflection and research are used to assess and analyze culturally diverse populations and community resources as they impact health of populations at risk. The concepts and methods of descriptive epidemiology are introduced and applied to health care delivery and professional nursing practice. The professional role, ethics, and standards of public health theoretical frameworks. Principles of teaching and learning, decision making, leadership, collaboration and management within the larger social system are analyzed for their impact on health care. Prerequisites: NUR 314, NUR 444. Pre/Co-Requisite: BIO 250, BIO 350. Co-requisite: NUR 474.

 

NUR 474      Public Health Nursing Science Clinical (1)

A 45 hour clinical that builds on nursing theory and aspects of clinical practice, the focus is on health teaching and health care opportunities in a variety of culturally diverse community settings. Population based practice, health promotion and disease prevention is emphasized at individual, family, community and system level. Nursing family systems, developmental, and caring theories are applied to public health nursing. Incorporating a multifaceted approach, levels of prevention, communication skills, transcultural assessment, epidemiology, and public/community health standards are examined and applied. Opportunities for critical reflection, collaboration, professional growth, and lifelong learning are integrated within clinical experiences. (45 hour clinical component) Prerequisites: NUR 314, NUR 444, all clinical requirements. Pre/Co-requisites: BIO 250, BIO 350. Co-requisite: NUR 455

 

NUR 478      Care Management (4)

Focuses on the elements of care management of individuals and families across the health care continuum. This course will expand upon the concepts of care transitions from hospital to the community setting with an emphasis on the challenges related to transitioning such as financial management, resource utilization, and overall care coordination. Students will engage in analytic discussions to further develop their understanding of family systems, systems of care, clinical practice and community nursing roles. Personal reflection on one’s own practice in contemporary nursing will be included in order to allow the student to think holistically, ethically and morally as they grapple with the real-world challenges and contemporary care management issues in our healthcare environment. (20 hour clinical experience) Prerequisites: NUR 314, NUR 444, Cultural Anthropology, Developmental Psychology, and all clinical requirements. Pre/Co Reqs: BIO 250 and BIO 350. Co Reqs: NUR 455 and NUR 474.

 

NUR 490      Culminating Seminar (3)

The connections of nursing theory, research, and practice are the emphasis of this culminating experience. Opportunity for collaboration with peers and faculty is provided as students develop and participate in research and scholarly activities. Inquiry into scholarly works is explored to further enhance nursing knowledge, research utilization, and professional practice. Personal values and beliefs are reexamined as the student describes one’s transformed view of self and practice as a maturing professional in nursing. Critical reflection of one’s personal growth and commitment to ongoing professional development is examined within the context of achieving professional excellence. (20 hour clinical experience) Prerequisite/Co-requisite: NUR 478; Student must be within 4 credits of graduation at completion of Culminating Seminar.

 

NUR 491      Independent Study (Variable 1‑4)

This is an independent study of selected contemporary problems within the nursing discipline. The student is required to submit a written proposal which includes a description of the project, its duration, education goals, method of evaluation, and number of credits to be earned. Prerequisites: Matriculated students only, permission of instructor and dean of subject area.