NSG-527. Psychopathology, Theories, and Advanced Clinical Modalities
Credits: 3
This course focuses on the most frequently observed pathologies in psychiatry and mental health, the various conceptual models and theories related to the practice of psychiatric mental health nursing, and the most advanced clinical modalities congruent with the analysis of the best evidence.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-526, NSG-535
NSG-552. Psychopharmacology
Credits: 2
This course is designed to assist the P-MH nurse practitioner to develop competence in prescribing and monitoring psychopharmacological agents used in the treatment of common psychiatric-mental health disorders across the lifespan. This course will examine the major classes of psychopharmacological agents on neurobiological function with a particular emphasis on the clinical management of target psychiatric symptoms. Drugs of abuse, side effects, issues of polypharmacy, and management of advanced practice prescriptive privileges are also explored.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-533
NSG-600. Nursing Informatics
Credits: 3
Students use information systems to analyze patient data, perform research, and evaluate project outcomes. The course will include applications in computer-based patient records, data-base management systems, e-health, distance education, and research. Legal and ethical issues associated with computer use are examined.
Credits: 3
This course builds on the knowledge of philosophy, theory, and research process. The student, in consultation with his/her chairperson, begins the dissertation process.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-616, NSG-617, NSG-619, NSG-623, NSG-624
NSG-530. Advanced Pathophysiology
Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of the normal physiologic and pathologic mechanisms of disease and serves as one primary component of the foundation for clinical assessment, decision-making, and management. The course will prepare the advanced practice nurse for interpreting changes in normal function that results in symptoms indicative of illness in patients across the lifespan.
NSG-554. Nurse Practitioners in Primary Care I
Credits: 3
This course is designed to prepare primary care nurse practitioner students to provide primary health care to the adult and older adult population during wellness and acute/episodic illness. The course integrates nursing theories that are evidence-based with health assessment and diagnostic reasoning of acute/episodic primary care health problems. Health promotion, protection and disease prevention interventions are provided with consideration of culturally diverse populations.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-550
Credits: 3
Statistics is the science whereby inferences are made about specific random phenomena on the basis of relatively limited sample material. It is widely used in biological, health, and social sciences, etc. Biostatistics is the branch of applied statistics that applies statistical methods to medical and biological problems.
Credits: 3
This course applies knowledge of statistical methods used in nursing research. Topics include parametric and non-parametric methods of data analysis and model building. Alternate approaches to analysis of data are considered.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-615
NSG-533. Advanced Pharmacology
Credits: 3
This course provides the basic principles of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacotherapeutics for broad categories of drugs. Purpose of action, common interactions and contraindications of major drug categories are highlighted. Case studies are integrated to provide students the opportunity to demonstrate application of pharmacological theory in advancing nursing practice.
NSG-555. Nurse Practitioners in Primary Care II
Credits: 3
This course is designed to prepare primary care nurse practitioner students to provide chronic primary health care to the adult and older adult population. The course integrates nursing theories that are evidence-based with health assessment and diagnostic reasoning of chronic, primary health care problems. Health promotion, protection and disease prevention interventions are provided with consideration of culturally diverse populations.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-550
NSG-602. Ethical Principles for Advanced Nursing Practice
Credits: 3
This course will analyze a broad range of ethical principles that impact the health professions, from euthanasia and abortion to informed consent and behavior control. Examination of the ethical, moral, and legal obligations within selected decision-making frameworks will be completed. Strategies to assist in the resolution of ethical dilemmas will be developed through the application of selected theories and concepts. Interaction between ethical, legal, and political events that affect advanced practice nursing will be explored.
NSG-622. Writing for Grants and Publication
Credits: 3
This course applies knowledge of statistical methods used in nursing research. Topics include parametric and non-parametric methods of data analysis and model building. Alternate approaches to analysis of data are considered.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-615
NSG-535. Advanced Practice in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing I
Credits: 3
This foundational clinical course introduces students to advanced practice psychiatric nursing in a variety of mental health settings. Students acquire skills in completing comprehensive mental health assessments. Students identify and apply concepts, theories, and principles to the practice of individual, family, and group psychotherapy, with emphasis on process dynamics. Considerations and challenges in providing psychotherapy to culturally diverse individuals, families, and groups are explored and discussed. Skills are gained in assessing psychopathological symptoms across the lifespan and in implementing planned interventions. Students integrate theory and practice of the advanced practice psychiatric nurse in a supervised clinical practicum (Total: Residency and 250 practice hours).
Pre-Requisites: NSG-500, NSG-550 552
NSG-556. Health Perspectives of Culturally Diverse, Rural, and Underserved Populations
Credits: 2
This course is designed to introduce the advanced practice nursing student to the issues of culturally diverse, rural and underserved populations. The theory can be integrated into clinical practice for patients and families in primary care settings to promote understanding of differences and issues that impact comprehensive planning of health care services.
NSG-603. Application of Nursing Research
Credits: 3
This course analyzes research methods to appraise research literature for application to practice and evaluate practice outcomes in varied settings. Application of relevant research findings are used to generate practice guidelines, design evidence based interventions and examine patterns and predict outcomes. The collaborative role of the D.N.P. in research is discussed.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-601
NSG-623. Quantitative Research and Analysis I
Credits: 3
This course focuses on research methodologies that guide the design of studies which collect and analyze quantitative data. The focus will be on writing quantitative research questions and selecting appropriate research methodologies. Focus is placed on descriptive, correlational, experimental and quasi-experimental designs as applied to nursing problems.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-619, NSG-621
NSG-536. Advanced Practice in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing II
Credits: 3
This clinical course focuses on refining assessment, diagnosis, and pharmacological and psychosocial management of individuals of all ages with mental illness. Individual, family, and group psychotherapies are refined. Students gain skills in identifying individuals/populations at risk for mental illness and primary prevention in mental health. Mental health needs of culturally diverse, rural, and underserved populations are explored. Leadership and advocacy roles of the advanced practice psychiatric nurse as an agent of healthcare policy change are emphasized. Students integrate theory and practice of the advanced practice psychiatric nurse in a supervised clinical practicum (Total: Residency and 250 practice hours).
Pre-Requisites: NSG-526, NSG-535
NSG-560. Priniciples of Nursing Leadership
Credits: 3
The student will examine foundational concepts which underlie healthcare systems and nursing leadership behavior. The concepts of health policy, the confluence of nursing practice, health policy and conceptual healthcare policy models will be examined at the national and international level.
NSG-604. Epidemiology and Environmental Health
Credits: 3
The purpose of this course is to examine the concepts and methods of epidemiological and environmental health analysis and their application to advanced nursing practice. The student will be able to integrate this knowledge into nursing practice in a variety of health care settings through research, program development, health policy and advocacy.
NSG-624. Qualitative Research and Analysis
Credits: 3
The focus of this course is on qualitative inquiry as an approach to the discovery of knowledge in the science of nursing. This course will focus on the scientific underpinnings, methodologies, and data analysis techniques in qualitative research for advancing nursing knowledge.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-619
NSG-540. Role of the Nurse Educator and Curriculum Work in Nursing Education
Credits: 3
Course content prepares the student to examine the nurse educator role, the concept of role change and its impact on the transition from nurse clinician to nurse educator. Curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation is analyzed with a focus on professional standards and criteria. Emphasis in on designing a curriculum that is grounded in evidence, aligned with current and projected contexts, and organized around specific curricular elements.
NSG-561. The Work of Nursing Leaders in Healthcare
Credits: 3
The student will explore the work of a nurse leader in American healthcare. American healthcare is amid tumultuous change with nurse leaders compelled to adapt and develop new skills sets. Nurses now play active roles in change management processes, conflict resolution, quality assurance projects, interprofessional collaboration, human resource management, financial management and strategic planning. These functions will be explored in this course.
NSG-605. Collaboration in Health Care Delivery
Credits: 3
This course focused on the knowledge and skills needed to promote collaboration with all members of the interdisciplinary health care team. Content will include exploration of the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs and policies for effective health care delivery.
NSG-625. Quantitative Research and Analysis II
Credits: 3
This course builds on the understanding of quantitative designs in nursing and health related topics. The course provides the opportunity for applied practice in quantitative methods using common statistical tests and SPSS.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-623
NSG-541. Teaching Methodologies and Strategies in Nursing Curriculum
Credits: 3
Course content informs the student on effective teaching and learning strategies in nursing curriculum. Theoretical foundations of teaching and learning are discussed. Utilization of technology, including simulation and distance learning in nursing education, is explored. Teaching in various settings is identified.
NSG-562. Advanced Topics in Nursing Leadership
Credits: 3
Proficiency in nursing leadership and management develops from accumulated work experience combined with formalized education. This course will introduce theoretical constructs not found in prelicensure education to facilitate the complex work of nurse leaders. Systems thinking, complexity theory, nursing scholarship and the use of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) techniques, the role of healthcare in the community and the transition to outpatient services and community-based care will be covered.
NSG-606. Diversity and Social Issues
Credits: 3
This course focuses on cultural and social issues affecting members of a global society. A critical appraisal of health care disparities is emphasized and strategies for quality improvement are analyzed.
NSG-626. Measurement and Data Collection
Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of principles of measurement, instrument design, and data collection methods. Methods to critically evaluate and select theoretically congruent instruments are explored.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-621
NSG-542. Testing and Evaluation in Nursing Education
Credits: 3
Course content informs the student on the elements of curriculum evaluation. Concepts of assessment, testing, and evaluation related to student achievement are described. Social, ethical, and legal components of testing and evaluation are discussed.
NSG-563. Nurse Executive Practicum I
Credits: 3
By applying theories from other sciences and utilizing interdisciplinary experiences and collaborative opportunities, students will further enhance the skills necessary to excel as a health care executive in an evidence-based, culturally sensitive environment. The seminar component of this course is designed to supplement previous theoretical applications and stimulate critical-thinking and decision-making to further develop the student’s leadership abilities (100 practicum hours)
Pre-Requisites: NSG-560, NSG-561, or NSG-562
NSG-607. Leadership in Advanced Nursing Practice
Credits: 3
This course provides an opportunity for students to analyze theories of leadership and management as they relate to the multifaceted role in advanced nursing practice. The health care environment, with its ongoing changes in organization and financing, is impacted upon by changes in health policy, regulatory processes, and quality measures. The understanding of this content will prepare the student to provide quality cost-effective care, to participate in the design and implementation of care in a variety of health care systems, and to assume a leadership role in the managing of human, fiscal, and physical care resources.
Credits: 3
The student, in consultation with his/her chairperson, writes chapters II and III of the dissertation proposal.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-615, NSG-616, NSG-617, NSG-618, NSG-619, NSG-620, NSG-621, NSG-622, NSG-623, NSG-624, NSG-625, NSG-626
NSG-544. Nursing Education Practicum I
Credits: 3
Students in a direct care role and through clinical experiences will focus on strengthening patient care delivery skills to individuals and families for promoting achievement of health goals and outcomes. The student will obtain a preceptor who will provide direct care nursing experiences in an area of advanced nursing practice at a graduate level. (100 direct care clinical hours required)
Pre-Requisites: NSG-540, NSG-541, or NSG-542
NSG-564. Nurse Executive Practicum II
Credits: 3
By applying theories from other sciences and utilizing interdisciplinary experiences and collaborative opportunities, the student will further enhance the skills necessary to excel as a health care executive in an evidence-based, culturally sensitive environment. The completion of an organizational needs assessment within this course is designed to supplement previous theoretical applications and stimulate critical-thinking and decision-making to further develop the student’s administrative abilities. (100 practicum hours)
Pre-Requisites: NSG-560, NSG-561, or NSG-562
NSG-608. A and B. D.N.P. Project
Credits: 6
Completed over the last 2 semesters of the D.N.P. program.
In this course the student under the guidance of a selected faculty member will analyze and synthesize theoretical and empirical research relevant to a clinical practice or health policy issue. Students will design, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive evidence based D.N.P. Project. Required clinical hours for the D.N.P. degree are dependent upon educational background.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-600, NSG-601, NSG-602, NSG-603, NSG-604, NSG-605, NSG-606 and NSG-607
NSG-628. Ph.D. Competency
Credits: 1
The comprehensive written examination is a series of questions that focus on the synthesis and integration of knowledge learned during doctoral coursework. Students demonstrate their ability and preparedness to move forward in the doctoral research program.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-627; Authorization from Ph.D. Program Coordinator to register for comprehensive examination
NSG-545. Nursing Education Practicum II
Credits: 3
Students in a direct care role and through clinical experiences will focus on strengthening patient care delivery skills to individuals and families for promoting achievement of health goals and outcomes. The student will obtain a preceptor who will provide direct care nursing experiences in an area of advanced nursing practice at a graduate level. (100 direct care clinical hours required)
Pre-Requisites: NSG-540, NSG-541, or NSG-542
NSG-565. Foundations of Nursing Informatics
Credits: 3
Students are introduced to the role, scope, and standards which form the foundation for nursing informatics practice. The theoretical basis of the course incorporates both knowledge of nursing practice and health informatics. Students will explore the framework of data, information, knowledge, and wisdom to data application in healthcare for improving patient care.
NSG-609. D.N.P. Program Practicum
Credits: 3
This course provides students pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree the opportunity for achieving additional clinical hours as required for meeting program outcomes. The focus will be on preparing students as experts in a specific area for advancing nursing practice, for the final D.N.P. project. The student will develop a PICOT statement which will guide this intense practice immersion experience. The student will collaborate with an identified clinical mentor. (Elective; Clinical hours total: 250)
Pre-Requisites: NSG-600, NSG-601, NSG-602, NSG-603
NSG-629. Dissertation Seminar
Credits: 3
This course focuses on completion of the first three chapters of the dissertation and submission of the proposal to the IRB committee(s) for approval. Students will then undertake proposal defense before continuing into dissertation implementation.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-628
NSG-566. Data Management in Healthcare
Credits: 3
Database application in nursing and healthcare systems will be examined in this course. Students will learn database design, implementation, and management to support clinical decision making in nursing and healthcare project design and management.
NSG-615. Introductory Seminar
Credits: 1
This seminar is a weekend residency that focuses on the dissertation process and student orientation to the university and Ph.D. program.
Pre-Requisites: Doctoral Standing
NSG-630. Dissertation Implementation I
Credits: 3
This course focuses on implementation of the student’s doctoral research study. After completion of the first three chapters, successful proposal defense, and IRB approval, the student, under guidance from their chair, begins the data collection process.This course focuses on research methodologies that guide the design of studies which collect and analyze quantitative data. The focus will be on writing quantitative research questions and selecting appropriate research methodologies. Focus is placed on descriptive, correlational, experimental and quasi-experimental designs as applied to nursing problems.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-629
NSG-567. Nursing Informatics Leadership in Healthcare Systems and Project Designs
Credits: 3
In this course students will explore the role of the informatics nurse specialist as nurse leader who combines knowledge of nursing practice and technology on healthcare teams. Theory and skills on performing system analysis and implementation of the systems design life cycle in project management.
NSG-616. Philosophy of Science
Credits: 3
The focus of this course is to prepare doctoral student to examine the development and organization of nursing knowledge. Philosophies of science, epistemologies and their influence on knowledge development in the discipline of nursing, and strategies for theory development and analysis are explored.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-615
NSG-631. Dissertation Implementation II
Credits: 3
This course continues with the implementation of the dissertation. Students complete data collection and analysis thus, finalizing chapters 4 and 5 and satisfying final defense.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-630
NSG-568. Nursing Informatics Practicum I
Credits: 3
This course requires students to perform in the role of an informatics nurse specialist in a healthcare organization. In collaboration with a preceptor students will apply nursing informatics theory and models in developing a project which improves the quality of nursing care delivered in a healthcare setting. (Clinical Practicum Hours: 100)
Pre-Requisites: NSG-565, NSG-566, or NSG-567
NSG-617. Theory in Nursing Education
Credits: 3
This course acquaints students with philosophical issues and nursing theories relevant to nursing education. An overview of central metaphysical, epistemological, and ethical system, considering specific issues in the philosophies of science and ethics that are of particular focus in nursing education.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-615
NSG-569. Nursing Informatics Practicum II
Credits: 3
This course requires students to perform in the role of an informatics nurse specialist in a healthcare organization. In collaboration with a preceptor students will apply nursing informatics theory and models to implement the project planned in NSG 568, which improves the quality of nursing care delivered in a healthcare setting. (Clinical Practicum Hours: 100)
Pre-Requisites: NSG-568
NSG-618. Health Care Issues and Policy
Credits: 3
The nurse researcher contributes towards the development of healthcare policy and politics in local, state, national, and global healthcare markets. Application and analysis of evidence based research on policy and politics will impact population health outcomes and the future of nursing education, research and practice.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-615
NSG-550. Diagnostic Reasoning for Nurse Practitioners
Credits: 2
The nurse practitioner will develop processes for formulating differential diagnoses of acute and chronic physical and mental illnesses in the primary care setting across the life span. A case-study approach is integrated to prepare students for management of health status of patients through the implementation of strategies specific to the synthesis of data from multiple sources that promote quality of care outcomes for patients.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-530, NSG-533
NSG-590. Scholarly Review
Credits: 3 (or 1 credit of national board certification preparation for post graduate/ APRN certificate program)
In this course the student will synthesize and review issues relevant to their specialty clinical practice. This course is designed as a review of the required masters level core nursing courses and specialty focused curriculum for advanced nursing practice. This course will provide an overview of both the required core nursing courses as well as each specific specialty course.
Students in the post graduate/APRN certificate programs can take this course for 1 credit of national board certification preparation.
Pre-Requisites: Completion of Graduate Nursing Core and Concentration courses.
NSG-619. The Research Process
Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the seven steps of the research process, focusing on the development of researchable problems, literature review, and hypothesis/question generation within the context of quantitative and qualitative research designs and methods.
Pre-Requisites: NSG-615
