HNSG 100 Care and Caring (2)
This foundational course introduces freshmen nursing students to the fundamental concepts of care and caring within the nursing profession. Grounded in the theories of Jean Watson and Patricia Benner, students will explore the essence of nursing as compassionate, holistic care that promotes healing and well-being. Throughout the course, students will engage in experiential learning activities, simulation exercises, and reflective journaling to apply theoretical concepts to real-world nursing scenarios. Emphasis will be placed on developing essential skills such as therapeutic communication, patient advocacy, cultural competence, and interprofessional collaboration.
HNSG 101 Nursing Practice: History, Ethics, and Core Competencies (4)
The purpose of this course is to establish a foundation in nursing, beginning with a study of the nurses who have developed the profession through leadership, knowledge, and theory. Students will be introduced to ethics, values, accountability, scope, nursing process and professional standards. The concepts of health and wellness, determinants of health, and lived experience will be examined from the individual to population level perspectives. To assist students understanding the roles and responsibilities aligning with professional standards, clinical judgement components will be integrated into case scenarios. Introductory content will build a framework for beginning engagement of evidence-based practice, culturally congruent practice, communication skills and practice for quality and safety in healthcare. Corequisite(s): APSY 101. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 102 Nursing Practice Across the Lifespan (3)
The course focuses on improving nursing students' understanding of promoting health and well-being throughout the lifespan. Nursing across the lifespan is a crucial aspect of healthcare, as nurses will provide care to individuals in various developmental stages. With a focus on the developmental stages from infancy to older adult, nursing students will play a crucial role in providing clinical care, promoting prevention, and advocating for overall wellness. Students will be able to recognize the unique needs and health requirements at each stage of development. Classroom discussion will equip nurses with the knowledge and skills to provide effective and individualized care disseminated in clinical. Prerequisite(s): C or better in APSY 101; Corequisite(s): EPSY 224. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 110 Foundations of Professional Nursing (2)
The purpose of this course is to introduce nursing students to the fundamental principles, values, and roles essential for professional nursing practice. Through a combination of theoretical instruction, practical experiences, and reflective activities, students will explore the historical, theoretical, ethical, and legal dimensions of nursing, laying the groundwork for their future nursing education and practice. Topics covered in this course include the evolution of nursing as a profession, nursing theories and conceptual frameworks, principles of evidence-based practice, ethical and legal considerations in nursing, and the importance of cultural competence and patient-centered care. Prerequisite(s): restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 majors and intended majors.
HNSG/HSPH 210 Human Anatomy & Physiology for Health Sciences I with Lab (4)
The purpose of this course is to introduce nursing students to the fundamental principles, values, and roles essential for professional nursing practice. Through a combination of theoretical instruction, practical experiences, and reflective activities, students will explore the historical, theoretical, ethical, and legal dimensions of nursing, laying the groundwork for their future nursing education and practice. Topics covered in this course include the evolution of nursing as a profession, nursing theories and conceptual frameworks, principles of evidence-based practice, ethical and legal considerations in nursing, and the importance of cultural competence and patient-centered care. Only one of HNSG 210 or HSPH 210 may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 and Nursing B.S. AM majors.
HNSG/HSPH 211 Human Anatomy & Physiology for Health Sciences II with Lab (4)
This course is the second half of a two-semester sequence in Human Anatomy and Physiology. Students will continue examination of the organ systems including blood, the circulatory system, the lymphatic system, the respiratory system, the digestive system and aspects of nutrition, the urinary system, and the reproductive system. Only one of HNSG 211 or HSPH 211 may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): HNSG/HSPH 210 with a grade of C or better to register for HNSG/HSPH 211. Restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 and Nursing B.S. AM majors.
HNSG 212 Pharmacology (3)
Pharmacology is a theory course that introduces the basic principles of pharmacology and nursing implications within the framework of nursing process. The science of pharmacology is discussed with an emphasis on the actions, side effects, adverse effects, and nursing implications of drug prototypes within each drug classification. Two credit lecture and one credit lab course. Prerequisite(s): B or better in HNSG 110 or HNSG 102, and C or better in HNSG/HSPH 210, and HNSG/HSPH 211. Restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 and Nursing B.S. AM majors.
HNSG 220 Med-Surg Nursing: Chronic Care & Diagnostics (3)
This seminar focuses on the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in care of adults with chronic conditions and functional needs as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Emphasis will be placed on common chronic disease management, hospice/palliative care, and wellness/disease prevention with a diversity of adults in need of skilled nursing services. Transitions from chronic disease management to acute regenerative/restorative care will be addressed within ethical and legal frameworks. Across the adult lifespan, special emphasis will be placed on the older adult and adults with disabilities. The nurse's role across the illness-wellness continuum for adults with chronic conditions and functional needs will be explored. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 102 with B or better, HNSG 210, HNSG 211, APSY 101, and EPSY 224 with C or better to register for HNSG 220. Corequisite(s): HNSG 212 and HNSG 225. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 225 Clinical Practice: Chronic Conditions in Med-Surg Nursing (2)
This clinical rotation focuses on applying the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in care of adults with chronic conditions and functional needs as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Students will apply knowledge on common chronic disease management, hospice/palliative care, and wellness/disease prevention with a diversity of adults in need of skilled nursing services to the clinical setting. Students will demonstrate safety to ensure clients receive quality, patient-centered care. The nurse’s scope of practice across the illness-wellness continuum for adults with chronic conditions and functional needs will be explored with hands-on experiences. Prerequisites: HNSG 102 with B or better, HNSG 210, 211, APSY 101, EPSY 224 with C or better to register for HNSG 220. Corequisite(s): HNSG 212, 225. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 230 Microbiology for Health Sciences with Lab (4)
This course provides a foundation in microbial physiology and diversity with a focus on bacterial organisms relevant to human health and disease. Topics discussed will include eukaryotic and prokaryotic cell structure, metabolism, microbial nutrition, viral biology, genetics, control of microbial growth, isolation and identification of microbes, microbe-human interactions, and infections of the human body. This course provides an introduction to the human immune system. Prerequisite(s): restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 and Nursing B.S. AM majors.
HNSG 240 Foundations of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (3)
This seminar focuses on the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in mental health and psychiatric care as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Emphasis will be placed on psychiatric/mental health chronic disease management and acute regenerative/restorative care for a diversity of those with common mental illness, psychiatric disorders, and traumatic stress responses. The nurse’s role in psychosocial crisis and disaster response, population mental health wellness, and preventative mental health care will be explored. Within the ethical and legal frameworks, discussion will focus on the incorporation of elements that enhance the welfare of healthcare providers and the engagement of nurses in dealing with mental health concerns in hospice and palliative care environments. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 102 and 212 with a B or better and HNSG 211, APSY 101 and EPSY 224 with a C or better to register for HNSG 240. Corequisite(s): HNSG 245. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 245 Clinical Practice: Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing (1)
This clinical rotation focuses on the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in mental health and psychiatric care as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Students will apply knowledge on psychiatric/mental health chronic disease management and acute regenerative/restorative care for a diversity of those with common mental illness, psychiatric disorders, and traumatic stress responses. The student's role in psychosocial crisis and disaster response, population mental health wellness, and preventative mental health care will be explored. Within the ethical and legal frameworks, discussion will focus on the incorporation of elements that enhance the welfare of healthcare providers and the engagement of nurses in dealing with mental health concerns in hospice and palliative care environments. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 102 and HNSG 212 with a B or better and HNSG 211, APSY 101 and EPSY 224 with a C or better to register for HNSG 245. Corequisite(s): HNSG 240. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 248 Med-Surg Nursing: Acute Care Essentials (4)
This clinical rotation focuses on the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in mental health and psychiatric care as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Students will apply knowledge on psychiatric/mental health chronic disease management and acute regenerative/restorative care for a diversity of those with common mental illness, psychiatric disorders, and traumatic stress responses. The student's role in psychosocial crisis and disaster response, population mental health wellness, and preventative mental health care will be explored. Within the ethical and legal frameworks, discussion will focus on the incorporation of elements that enhance the welfare of healthcare providers and the engagement of nurses in dealing with mental health concerns in hospice and palliative care environments. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 102 and HNSG 212 with a B or better and HNSG 211, APSY 101 and EPSY 224 with a C or better to register for HNSG 245. Corequisite(s): HNSG 240. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 291 Nursing I Health Promotion at St. Peter's (6)
Students will trace the history of professional roles and responsibilities in nursing practice and health care delivery systems to present day. Legal, ethical and moral accountability will be introduced with emphasis placed upon the professional roles of helper and partner in the promotion of health and wellness. Through the development of skills in interviewing and assessment, students will identify varying degrees of health and wellness for individuals and families across the lifespan. An appreciation of differences in people and their perceptions of wellness will be fostered to better enable students to assist individuals and their families recognize the value of health and wellness and encourage personal responsibility. Prerequisite(s) or corequisite(s): HNSG/HSPH 210, APSY 101, UUNI 110 or AENG 010Z. Restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 majors.
HNSG 292 Nursing II Health Maintenance at St. Peter's (9)
Application of the physical, social and behavioral sciences enables students to analyze factors affecting health and wellness, identifying areas to support diversity, equity, and inclusion. Students identify, apply, monitor, and evaluate interventions to promote a higher level of health when illness has interfered with daily living. Sensitivity to differences in individual families' responses to alterations in health emphasizes the significance of the partnering role of the nurse. Therapeutic interventions include health teaching and the development of such skills as intra-venous and nutritional support, medication administration, and maintaining asepsis. Grade of B or better in HNSG 291 and C or better in HNSG 210 and APSY 101 and UUNI 110 or AENG 010Z. Co-requisites: EPSY 224, HNSG 211. Restrict-ed to Nursing BS 1-2-1 majors.
HNSG 300 Transformational Nursing Leadership & Management (3)
This course centers on leadership and management theories, processes, skills, and behaviors essential for navigating the complexities of the evolving healthcare system. We'll examine how healthcare is organized and financed amidst constant change. The course delves into various theories including leadership, management, power dynamics, chaos, change management, influence, delegation, communication, and empowerment. Additionally, the class will explore strategies for fostering effective collaboration among diverse healthcare teams. Through tailored learning activities, the course aims to empower bachelor's-level nurses with the skills needed to expand their influence, enhance communication, and excel in collaborative environments crucial for success within healthcare organizations. HNSG 311 or grade of B or better in HNSG 395 or 355 to register for HNSG 300. Restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1, Nursing B.S. AM, and RN to B.S. Completion majors. Prerequisite(s) or corequisite(s): AMAT 108.
HNSG 301 Evidence Based Practice (4)
The aim of this course is to prepare students with the ability to comprehend the development and utilization of evidence in steering nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on recognizing practice-related challenges, evaluating evidence, and incorporating it to enhance nursing practice and patient well-being. The course delves into the research process, clinical assessment, interprofessional viewpoints, and patient preferences. Students will be guided in formulating research inquiries and conducting literature reviews grounded in their clinical exposure. Additionally, the course includes methods for applying and sharing evidence that support optimal practices. Prerequisite(s) or corequisite(s): AMAT 108. Restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 majors, RN to BS, and Nursing B.S. AM majors.
HNSG 311 Health Assessment and Health Promotion (4)
This hybrid course will focus on health assessment and health promotion/disease prevention. The course will allow for further development in existing physical assessment skills. In addition, there will be a focus on critical thinking, culturally sensitive clinical decisions, therapeutic interventions, promotion of self-care, and achievement of desired health promotion and prevention outcomes. Various aspects of population health will be applied. Lab: students address these aspects of the course through case studies in self-directed, computer-based simulated sessions. Prerequisite(s): restricted to Nursing B.S. Completion majors or by permission of department.
HNSG 312 Quality and Safety in Nursing (3)
This hybrid course is focused on the nurse's role in quality and safety in person centered care. The student will apply the Quality and Safety in Nursing Education (QSEN) competencies to professional nursing practice as a baccalaureate student. The student will analyze the impact of QSEN competencies on person-centered care and nursing leadership via case studies, group discussion, review of current literature and course assignments. In addition, this course's examination of a culture of safety will include essential elements to provide safety, high reliability organization and external drivers of safety. Prerequisite(s): restricted to Nursing B.S. Completion majors or by permission of department.
HNSG 314 Informatics and Technology in Nursing (3)
This hybrid course explores the direct and indirect role of the nurse in informatics and health care technology. Areas regarding the use of information and communication technology will be addressed including: impact on person-centered care, data gathering and knowledge development, quality and safety, communication, ethical and legal aspects, and methods to assist patients for optimal care. Prerequisite(s): restricted to Nursing B.S. Completion majors or by permission of department.
HNSG 320 Transcultural Nursing (3)
This course examines cultural aspects of health care. Transcultural issues will be explored using theory and the six cultural phenomena that shape care. An emphasis is placed on recognizing contemporary challenges and developing skills needed to provide cultural competency for the baccalaureate nurse. Students will enhance their cultural competency through immersion, research, and discussion. Health care will be studied in local, regional, national and international settings and applied to the challenges of healthcare delivery within a community.
HNSG 322 Community and Public Health Nursing (3)
This course focuses on the community as client for a population-focused practice of the baccalaureate nurse. Students conduct assessments of individuals, families, and groups to identify health needs and commonly encountered health problems within the population. Research-based findings are critically examined and applied in the process of planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions and care coordination at the primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of prevention. Using an evidence-based framework, students will explore epidemiology; health promotion and disease prevention within groups; individual and family case management, community assessment, and intervention; health information technology; and factors influencing the delivery of and access to population and community health services. This course includes a clinical practicum learning experience of 45 hours. Prerequisite(s): grade of B or better in HNSG 338 or HNSG 395 to register. Restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1, RN to BS, and Nursing B.S. AM majors.
HNSG 330 Pediatric Nursing: Developmental Care & Ped Assessment (3)
This seminar focuses on the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in the care of children from infancy to adolescence as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Emphasis will be placed on health promotion, disease prevention and common chronic disease management for the unique health and developmental needs of a diversity of children and their families. The nurse’s role in pediatric regenerative/restorative acute care will be integrated. Physical, social, and behavioral sciences and advanced technology are applied in the diagnosing and treating of human responses in a variety of settings. Considerations for pediatric patients in hospice and palliative care will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 102, 212, 230, 240, 245, and 248 with a B or better and HNSG 211, ACHM 115, APSY 101 and EPSY 224 with a C or better to register for HNSG 330. Corequisite(s): HNSG 335. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 335 Clinical Practice: Pediatric Management (2)
This clinical rotation focuses on the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in the care of children from infancy to adolescence as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Students will apply knowledge on health promotion, disease prevention and common chronic disease management for the unique health and developmental needs of a diversity of children and their families. The student’s role in pediatric regenerative/restorative acute care will be integrated. Physical, social, and behavioral sciences and advanced technology are applied in the diagnosing and treating of human responses in a variety of settings. Considerations for pediatric patients in hospice and palliative care will be integrated. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 102, 212, 230, 240, 245, and 248 with a B or better and HNSG 211, ACHM 115, APSY 101 and EPSY 224 with a C or better to register for HNSG 335. Corequisite(s): HNSG 330. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 338 Patient Assessment, Diagnosis & Evaluation (3)
This seminar will offer students preparation to conduct comprehensive physical health assessments across the lifespan. This course expands upon the fundamentals ideas and principles related to interviewing techniques, gathering health histories, and analyzing both physical and psychosocial observations of clients. Students will develop their communication and assessment skills, as well as learn how to integrate mental and spiritual assessments in a culturally sensitive manner when evaluating health status. Throughout the course, students will have the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts in hands-on lab experiences and hands-on skills validations to ensure safety prior to implementation into practice. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 102, 212, 230, 240, 245 and 248 with a B or better and HNSG 211, ACHM 115, APSY 101 and EPSY 224 with a C or better to register for HNSG 338. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 340 Maternal & Newborn Care: Labor, Delivery & Postpartum (3)
This seminar focuses on the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in neonatal, perinatal, pregnancy, fertility, and reproductive/sexual health care across all genders as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Emphasis will be placed on sexual and reproductive health promotion, disease prevention, and acute regenerative/restorative birthing support in the ante, intra, and postpartum care period for childbearing families. Common chronic disease management that directly impact the sexual, reproductive, and neonatal health in the childbearing family will be integrated. Nursing care in circumstances of family violence, forensics/sexual assault, gender affirming care, nonviable pregnancy, spontaneous and elective abortion, stillbirth, and infertility will be explored within ethical and legal frameworks. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 102, 212, 230, 240, 245, and 248 with a B or better and HNSG 211, ACHM 115, APSY 101 and EPSY 224 with a C or better to register for HNSG 340. Corequisite(s): HNSG 345. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 345 Clinical Practice: Maternal & Newborn Care (2)
This clinical rotation focuses on the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in neonatal, perinatal, pregnancy, fertility, and reproductive/sexual health care across all genders as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Students will apply knowledge on sexual and reproductive health promotion, disease prevention, and acute regenerative/restorative birthing support in the ante, intra, and postpartum care period for childbearing families. The student’s role in common chronic disease management that directly impact the sexual, reproductive, and neonatal health in the childbearing family will be integrated. Nursing care in circumstances of family violence, forensics/sexual assault, gender affirming care, nonviable pregnancy, spontaneous and elective abortion, stillbirth, and infertility will be explored within ethical and legal frameworks. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 102, 212, 230, 240, 245, and 248 with a B or better and HNSG 211, ACHM 115, APSY 101 and EPSY 224 with a C or better to register for HNSG 345. Corequisite(s): HNSG 340. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 355 Clinical Practice: Procedural Nursing (3)
This seminar and clinical rotation will offer second-year nursing students a comprehensive understanding of the perioperative nursing specialty. This course expands upon the foundational knowledge and medical-surgical concepts previously obtained, providing the necessary depth and breadth to begin working in the operating room as a novice nurse. Throughout the course, students will have the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts in real-world settings through supervised clinical experiences encompassing all aspects of perioperative care. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the professional circulating nurse, while also providing exposure to the scrub role, post-anesthesia care, and wound management. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 102, 212, 230, 240, 245, and 248 with a B or better and HNSG 211, APSY 101 and EPSY 224 with a C or better to register for HNSG 355. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 370 Comprehensive Examination of Geriatric Population-Outside of Acute Care Setting (3)
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the geriatric population outside of the acute care setting, focusing on person-centered care, social determinants of health, polypharmacy, and well-care that promotes autonomy. Students will assess the unique health, psychosocial, and systemic needs of older adults, critically examining community-based strategies to enhance quality of life, prevent readmissions, and improve health literacy.
HNSG 380 Nursing Quality, Informatics & Healthcare Models (3)
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the essential components of nursing quality, informatics, and contemporary healthcare models. Students will delve into the principles and practices that drive high-quality patient care, focusing on how data-driven decision-making and healthcare technologies can enhance outcomes. Emphasis will be placed on understanding and applying quality improvement methodologies, leveraging informatics to improve care delivery, and evaluating various healthcare models. Students will gain insights into how these elements interact to shape effective, efficient, and patient-centered care environments. The course will also address strategies for implementing and sustaining quality initiatives within diverse healthcare settings while considering the ethical and legal implications of healthcare technology and data use. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 385 Nursing BH Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing at St. Peter's (3)
Students will expand their knowledge and skills in administering and monitoring care to individuals and families experiencing alterations in health and wellness in the area of mental health. Theory and practice are directed toward development of skill and comfort in intervening with clients in this area. Theory content contains knowledge of mental health disorders, treatment, and nursing interventions with the expectation that the student will apply this knowledge in the diagnosing and treating of human responses in the practicum. Clinical experiences include in-patient and out-patient, crisis intervention, and other specialty areas within behavioral health. Prerequisite(s): grade of B or better in HNSG 292 and C or better in HNSG 211 and EPSY 224. Restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 majors.
HNSG 394 Nursing IV Complex Health Maintenance at St. Peter's (6)
Students will expand their knowledge and skills in administering and monitoring care to individuals and families experiencing multi-system and rapidly changing alterations in health and wellness. Complexity is evident in the alteration of health status as well as the types of therapeutic interventions. Physical, social, and behavioral sciences and advanced technology are applied in the diagnosing and treating of human responses in a variety of settings. Clinical experiences include inpatient and outpatient in the maternal-child specialty areas. Prerequisite(s): grade of B or better in HNSG 292 and C or better in HNSG 211 and EPSY 224. Corequisite(s): HNSG 230. Restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 majors.
HNSG 395 Nursing V Coordinating & Improving Care at St. Peter's (10)
This course is designed to broaden the students' perspective of the nurse's role in influencing and improving health care systems and practices. Evidence-based rationales for nursing care provide a foundation for learning. Emerging health care concerns, governmental regulations, and financing are discussed to provide a more global view of nursing. Students apply management and leadership principles to previously acquired knowledge, skills and attitudes to promote quality care for a group of individuals. Nursing informatics is applied to foster improved standards of care. Learning experiences are designed to ease the transition of student to that of graduate nurse. Clinical experiences include medical-surgical and critical care. Prerequisite(s): grade of B or better in HNSG 394 and C or better in HNSG 301. Restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 majors.
HNSG 411 Population Health (4)
This hybrid course emphasizes advocacy for populations and addresses population health issues, trends, and patterns of health at local, national and international levels. Using an evidence-based framework, students will explore the following: populations/communities as a client, policies and advocacy, social determinants of health, vulnerable populations, impact of culture and health inequity, population health problems, and community health settings. In addition, nurses respond to crises and providing care during emergencies, disasters, epidemics or pandemics will be discussed. Students engage in a clinical practice experience that incorporates roles and competencies of baccalaureate-prepared community/public health nurses. Prerequisite(s): AMAT 108, HSPH 231, HNSG 311, 312, and 314. Restricted to Nursing B.S. Completion majors or by permission of department.
HNSG 412 Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice (3)
This hybrid course will address the principles of scientific inquiry and introduce the student to the development of nursing research and evidence-based practice (EBP). Professional standards of practice regarding the ethical obligation to safeguard human subjects that impacts participation in research activities will be discussed. Students learn to critically review qualitative and quantitative research designs and explore their relevance, develop an understanding of the major steps of the research process and foster the acquisition of analytical thinking, problem solving, and critical appraisal skills. The opportunity to critique selected research studies, complete steps in developing a research proposal and writing a literature review will allow the student to apply knowledge of the research process. Discussion of evidence to practice will be explored. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 311, 312, and 314. Restricted to Nursing B.S. Completion majors or by permission of department.
HNSG 414 Management and Leadership in Nursing (4)
This hybrid course is designed to provide knowledge and skills needed for implementation of leadership and management roles within healthcare. This course will focus on the nurse's role in responding and leading within complex systems of health care. The course will present evidence-based methodologies to assist the nurse to collaborate across professions to create innovative solutions to address complex healthcare problems, health care policy and advocacy. These solutions will ensure safe, quality and equitable care to diverse populations. The student will evaluate a leader based on the leadership domains of managing a business, leading people and developing leadership. There is a practicum of 45 hours which provides opportunities for the student to develop and expand leadership skills needed in the practice of professional nursing. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 311, 312, 314, and 411. Restricted to Nursing B.S. Completion majors or by permission of department.
HNSG 415 Professional Role of Nurses (3)
This hybrid course is focused on the impact of many contemporary issues and trends, which directly affect the nursing profession and the role of the baccalaureate nurse. Current societal, political and professional issues influencing nursing practice will be examined. The role of the nurse as an active participant in addressing these issues will be explored. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 311, 312, 314, 322. Restricted to Nursing B.S. Completion majors.
HNSG 420 Critical Care, Trauma & Emergency Nursing (3)
This course focuses on the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in care of the adult with potentially life-threatening changes of condition, illness, or injury as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Emphasis will be placed on common, advanced medical-surgical, critical, and emergency life-threatening conditions in adult acute regenerative/restorative care. Transitions from acute regenerative/restorative care to hospice/palliative-focused goals of care will be addressed within ethical and legal frameworks. Disease prevention and chronic disease management as it directly relates to preventing acute care conditions will be integrated. The nurse’s role in managing acute deteriorations in health status and management of a standard professional workload of patients with acute conditions will be explored. Factors supporting clinician wellbeing and mental health hygiene in acute and critical care are integrated. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 330, HNSG 335, HNSG 340, HNSG 345, HNSG 355, HNSG 411 and HNSG 412 with a B or better to register for HNSG 420. Corequisite(s): HNSG 425. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 425 Clinical Practice: Critical Care, Trauma & Emergency Nursing (2)
This clinical rotation focuses on the scientific knowledge for nursing practice and innovation in care of the adult with potentially life-threatening changes of condition, illness, or injury as the basis for clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process with patients, families, communities, and populations. Students will apply knowledge on advanced medical-surgical, critical, and emergency life-threatening conditions in adult acute regenerative/restorative care. Transitions from acute regenerative/restorative care to hospice/palliative-focused goals of care will be addressed within ethical and legal frameworks. Disease prevention and chronic disease management as it directly relates to preventing acute care conditions will be integrated. The nurse's role in managing acute deteriorations in health status and management of a standard professional workload of patients with acute conditions will be explored. Factors supporting clinician wellbeing and mental health hygiene in acute and critical care are integrated with hands-on experiences. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 330, HNSG 335, HNSG 340, HNSG 345, HNSG 355, HNSG 411 and HNSG 412 with a B or better to register for HNSG 425. Corequisite(s): HNSG 420. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 430 Advanced Clinical Nursing Applications (1 - 3)
Advanced Clinical Nursing Applications is a diverse clinical-focused course for students in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Through immersive clinical experiences, students will enhance their proficiency in advanced nursing skills and develop a deeper understanding of clinical decision-making processes. Emphasizing evidence-based practice, students will engage in hands-on learning to apply theoretical knowledge to complex patient care scenarios. Prerequisite(s): restricted to Nursing B.S. Completion majors.
HNSG 475 Nursing Professional Role Practice Capstone (4)
This Practice Capstone is the culminating course in the nursing program, designed to integrate and apply knowledge gained throughout the curriculum into real-world clinical practice. With a focus on transitioning evidence-based practice into quality improvements and best practices, this course requires students to complete 135 clinical hours in diverse healthcare settings. Students will demonstrate their ability to provide high-quality patient care, engage in complex clinical decision-making, and implement best practices to enhance patient outcomes. The course emphasizes the synthesis of theoretical knowledge, clinical skills, and professional values, preparing students for the transition from student to practicing nurse. Key elements include evaluating and applying evidence-based practices, leading quality improvement initiatives, and refining clinical skills through supervised practice. Prerequisite(s): HNSG 301 with a B or better and AMAT 108 with a C or better to register. Restricted to students in Nursing B.S. AM program.
HNSG 485 Transition to Professional Practice (4)
This course discusses the development of professional roles and practices for baccalaureate nurses. Content includes historical, contemporary, legal, ethical, and technological influence on nursing as an applied science in health care. Topics include application of recognized standards of care, quality improvement and value-based purchasing, professional role development, accountability, care coordination, interprofessional collaboration, approaches to communication in healthcare settings, and diverse nursing roles are explored. Evidence based practice, the development of critical reasoning and clinical judgment, and leadership principles are integrated into the course. Prerequisite(s): grade of B or better in HNSG 300 to register. Restricted to Nursing B.S. 1+2+1 majors.