School of Nursing

Nursing and Instructional Building
1007 Walker Avenue
Greensboro, NC 27412
336-334-5400
http://nursing.uncg.edu

Administration

Debra J. Barksdale, Dean
Yvonne D. Eaves, Senior Associate Dean for Academics
Audrey Snyder, Associate Dean for Community Engagement and Academic Partnerships
Vacant, Associate Dean for Research and Scientific Advancement
Kristie Davis-Collins, Director of the Pre- and Post-Licensure Programs
Wanda Williams, Department Chairperson, Advanced Nursing Education and Director of the Advanced Nursing Programs
Susan Letvak, Director of the Ph.D. Program
Pamela Johnson Rowsey, Department Chairperson, Professional Nursing Education

Mission

At the UNC Greensboro School of Nursing we are taking giant steps anchored by transformation and focused on: Inclusive Communities, Passionate People, Innovative Practices and Extraordinary Outcomes.

The School of Nursing offers an undergraduate program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. The first two years of study are in general education, basic sciences, humanities, and basic nursing. The majority of work in the junior and senior years is in nursing. An RN-BSN program is offered for Registered Nurses who hold an Associate's degree or Diploma in Nursing.

The School of Nursing offers a Master of Science in Nursing degree to prepare persons for a role in nursing leadership and management. The School of Nursing offers the Ph.D. in Nursing to prepare nurses as scientists in academia and industry.

Undergraduate

About

The School of Nursing offers a pre-licensure undergraduate program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree. The first two years of study are in general education, basic sciences, and humanities. The majority of the work in the junior and senior years is in nursing. A Veterans’ Access Program (VAP) is also offered, leading to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Additionally, the School offers a Registered Nurse to B.S.N. program, where licensed RNs prepared at the diploma or associate degree level can earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Accreditation

The pre-licensure BSN program offered by the School of Nursing is approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at UNC Greensboro is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

Please see complete details on School of Nursing admission, policies, requirements, programs, and courses, programs, and courses.

Students are responsible for all costs associated with their own health care. Students are required to have health insurance through a private source or through the option offered by the University. Students are responsible to provide their own transportation to clinical experiences.

Graduate

About

The School of Nursing offers the Master of Science in Nursing degree program which is designed to prepare persons for leadership roles in nursing leadership and management. The School of Nursing also offers two Doctoral degrees—the Doctor of Nursing Practice and the Doctor of Philosophy. The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is designed to prepare advanced practice clinicians and executive nurse leaders. The Doctor of Philosophy program prepares nurse scientists for roles in academia and industry. Admission by The Graduate School does not guarantee admission to a specific concentration.

Accreditation(s)

The Master of Science in Nursing and the Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at UNC Greensboro are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

The Nurse Anesthesia concentration of the Doctor of Nursing Practice program is also accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, 222 South Prospect Ave., Suite 304, Park Ridge, IL 60068-4010, phone 847-655-1160, http://coacrna.org.

Graduate Programs

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Nursing Leadership and Management
Master of Science in Nursing, M.S.N. with Nursing Leadership and Management concentration, Family Nurse Practitioner concentration, or Prelicensure Entry-Level concentration
Doctor of Nursing Practice, D.N.P. with Post-Baccalaureate Adult/Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner concentration, Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Anesthesia concentration, or Post-Master's concentration
Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D. in Nursing

Enrollment Requirements for All Graduate Nursing Students

Evidence of current liability insurance coverage appropriate to concentration or program.
A three hour chemistry course for anesthesia concentration.
Competency in basic health assessment prior to NUR 713, NUR 713L, and NUR 771A/NUR 771B.
Completion of statistics course prior to enrollment in NUR 705 or NUR 715.
An approved criminal background check prior to enrollment in clinical courses, including NUR 614, NUR 713, NUR 713L, NUR 771A/NUR 771B, and NUR 790.
Satisfactory completion of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) for nurse anesthesia students. All other concentrations require Basic Life Support (BLS) prior to enrollment in clinical practica.
Evidence of all immunizations identified on Parts A and B of the UNC Greensboro Health History and Immunization Form, excluding the meningococcal vaccine.
Other requirements, for example, influenza vaccine and drug screens, may be necessary to meet contractual agreements with affiliating clinical agencies.

Prior to enrollment in clinical courses, internships, or project/thesis/dissertation coursework, students must provide evidence of current unrestricted North Carolina licensure as a registered nurse or unrestricted RN licensure in a state covered by the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact. Students who are residents of North Carolina must hold unrestricted North Carolina licensure as a registered nurse. Ph.D. students should refer to the admissions requirements for that program for more information on nurse licensure requirements.

Students should provide evidence of nursing licensure and BLS to the School of Nursing Office of Student Services and evidence of health history and immunizations to the UNC Greensboro Student Health Services. Copies of all records, including immunizations, should be retained by the student to submit to the School of Nursing credentialing system prior to enrollment in clinical courses.

Physical and/or Emotional Problems That Do Not Respond to Treatment

Students in any program can be dismissed from the School of Nursing for physical and/or emotional problems that do not respond to appropriate treatment and/or counseling within a reasonable period of time.

Investigation and Evaluation

When faculty members identify a student who presents physical and/or emotional problems that do not respond to appropriate treatment and/or counseling, they immediately suspend the student from the course. Faculty notify the Course Chair and/or Program Director within the School of Nursing. Upon determination by the faculty, Course Chair and Program Director, that the physical and/or emotional problems warrant dismissal from the School of Nursing, the Dean will be notified.

The Dean, in consultation with the faculty, and upon review of the documentation, will make a decision regarding recommending dismissal of the student from the School of Nursing.

The Dean of Nursing will send to the Dean of the Graduate School written notification of the recommendation. If the Dean of Nursing recommends dismissal from the School of Nursing, the Dean of the Graduate School will notify the student. Should the student wish to appeal the decision, the student will submit a written request to the School of Nursing Appeals Committee. The Dean of Nursing will provide to the committee the accumulated correspondence or documentation related to the issue.

A request for an appeal should occur within seven working days of written notification of the decision from the Dean of the Graduate School.

Hearing Process

The chairman of the School of Nursing Appeals Committee will thereafter notify the student, the faculty member, Course Chair and Program Director as to the time and place for a hearing to determine whether the physical and/or emotional problems warrant dismissal.

The Committee will hold a closed hearing within ten days at which time the faculty member, Course Chair and Program Director will be present and will provide documentation and other oral or written evidence regarding the incident. The student will be present and will be given an opportunity to provide documentation and other oral or written evidence regarding the problem. The student will be allowed an advocate/support person at the hearing; however, the support cannot speak.

Following the factual presentation, the Committee will convene in executive session to determine whether the problem warrants dismissal from the School.

The Committee shall make its recommendation in writing to the Dean of Nursing and forward pertinent documentation. The Committee may recommend dismissal from the School of Nursing major, or reinstatement in the program.

Post Hearing Process

The Dean of Nursing may accept, reject, or modify the Committee’s recommendation. The Dean’s decision will be made after review of the minutes of the hearing and report to the Committee. If the Dean of Nursing accepts the Committee’s recommendation to dismiss the student from the School of Nursing, the recommendation will be forwarded to the Dean of the Graduate School who will notify the student. The Dean of Nursing will notify the faculty member(s) as to the determination.

A student who has been dismissed may reapply for admission to the School of Nursing.

Policy on Unsafe Practice

The nursing faculty of the School of Nursing have an academic, legal, and ethical responsibility to prepare graduates who are competent as well as to protect the public and health care community from unsafe nursing practice. It is within this context that students can be disciplined or dismissed from the School of Nursing for practice or behavior which threatens or has the potential to threaten the safety of a client, a family member or substitute familial person, another student, a faculty member, or other health care provider.

Student Awareness

All students are expected to be familiar with the principles of safe practice and are expected to perform in accordance with these requirements. Within courses, counseling and advising processes, and other instructional forums, students will be provided with the opportunity to discuss the policy and its implications.

Definition

An unsafe practice is defined as:
An act or behavior of the type which violates the North Carolina Nursing Practice Act, Article 9 of Chapter 90 of the North Carolina General Statutes (NCGS 90-171.37; 90-171.44).

An act or behavior of the type which violates the Code of Ethics for Nurses of the American Nurses Association.

An act or behavior which threatens or has the potential to threaten the physical, emotional, mental or environmental safety of the client, a family member or substitute familial person, another student, a faculty member or other health care provider. For prelicensure undergraduate students this is defined as any Reckless Behavior or repeated At Risk Behavior as identified on the NCBON Just Culture Nursing Student Practice Event Evaluation Tool (SPEET). See https://www.ncbon.com/vdownloads/just-culture/just-culture-speet.pdf).

An act or behavior (commission or omission) which constitutes nursing practice for which a student is not authorized or educated at the time of the incident.

Investigation and Evaluation of an Unsafe Practice

When an incident occurs which a faculty member believes may constitute an unsafe practice, they shall immediately notify the student and instruct the student to leave the clinical setting. The faculty member will notify the Course Chair and/or Program Director within the School of Nursing.

The Course Chair and/or Program Director will investigate the incident within three working days to determine whether there are grounds for believing that an unsafe practice has occurred. If the incident is minor, the faculty member, in consultation with the person named above, may require remedial work or instruction for the student.

If the incident is major, the Course Chair or Program Director, in consultation with the involved faculty member, will review the student's clinical performance evaluations, academic record, and potential for successful completion of the major in nursing. Based upon this careful and deliberate review, a decision to reprimand the student, require withdrawal from the clinical course, or to recommend dismissal of the student from the School of Nursing will be made. The Dean will be informed of the decision and will send written notification of the decision to the student via certified mail.

Should the student wish to appeal the decision, the student will submit a written request to the School of Nursing Appeals Committee. The Program Director or course faculty will provide the accumulated correspondence or documentation related to the issue to the Committee.

A request for an appeal should occur within seven working days of receipt of written notification of the decision from the Dean.

Hearing Process

The Chair of the School of Nursing Appeals Committee will thereafter notify the student, the faculty member, Course Chair and Program Director as to the time and place for a hearing.

The Committee will hold a closed hearing within ten working days of receipt of the request for an appeal, at which time the faculty member, may be present and will provide documentation and other oral or written evidence regarding the incident. The student will be allowed an advocate/support person at the hearing; however, the support person cannot speak at the hearing and cannot be an attorney.

Following the factual presentation, the Committee will convene in executive session to review the actions taken against the student for unsafe practice and to make a recommendation regarding the resolution of the incident. The Committee will base its recommendation on the evidence presented at the hearing.

The Committee shall make its recommendation in writing to the Dean and forward pertinent documentation. The Committee may recommend the following remedies: support for the action taken, remedial work or instruction, a reprimand, withdrawal from the course, or dismissal from the School of Nursing.

Post Hearing Process

The Dean may accept or reject the Committee’s recommendation. The Dean’s decision will be made after review of the minutes of the hearing and report of the Committee. The Dean will notify the student and the faculty member(s) as to the decision made. Dismissal from the School of Nursing does not constitute dismissal from the University. A student who has been dismissed may reapply for admission to the School of Nursing.

Appeal of Policies

If a student wishes to appeal a policy in the School of Nursing, the student should complete a “Student Appeal Request.” The Student Appeals Committee hears student appeals. Students may obtain the request form and discuss the appeals process with the Chair of the Committee, the Associate Dean for Academic Programs, or the Director of the student's Program.

Readmission After Withdrawal

Any student who is withdrawn or withdraws from the program must apply for readmission through normal admission procedures.

Professional Nursing Education

Professor

Yvonne Donna Eaves, Professor and Eloise Lewis Excellence Professor^G

Susan Ann Letvak, Professor and Eloise Lewis Excellence Professor^G

Pamela Johnson Rowsey, Professor and Eloise Lewis Excellence Professor^G

Clinical Professor

Jacqueline K. DeBrew^G

Associate Professor

Stephanie Pickett^G

Clinical Associate Professor

Denise C. Rhew^G

Sandy Stroud Yamane^G

Assistant Professor

Lisa Ann Anders^G

Forgive Avorgbedor^G

Sherita Lonelle House^G

Colleen M McGovern^G

Clinical Assistant Professor

Lindsay Darr Arthur

Kristie Elizabeth Davis-Collins^G

Carrie McGrath Doss

Tammy Faye Hall

Melissa Dawn Kelly

Morenike Ashley Kritzer

Tommy Ray Mann

Deb Stanford

Jennifer Lauren Wilson

Stefanie Edwards Wortham

Clinical Instructor

Sarah Coe Apel

Kristen Ann Coble

Brittany Coker

Gabriel Eric Montague

Christy Marie Morley

Aimee Gray Motley^G

Brittany Norman

Merry Colette Prior

Barbara J Wright

Lecturer

April Pearson Clement

Deborah Ann Lekan^G

Chelsea Jordan Young

Advanced Nursing Education

Professor

Debra Jean Barksdale^G

Lynne P. Lewallen^G

Audrey Snyder^G

Associate Professor

Cindy Bacon^G

Amber L Vermeesch^G

Wanda M Williams^G

Clinical Associate Professor

Lindsay Lyerly Draper^G

Tiffany Gibson^G

Amita Mittal^G

Assistant Professor

Crystal Marie Epstein^G

Stacey Anne Eichel Marye^G

Clinical Assistant Professor

Autumn Norman Henson^G

Vadim Korogoda^G

Chrissy Marie Bazik Kress^G

Joanna Elizabeth Long

Rebecca Garrett Nelson

Elizabeth Edacheril Poulose

Linda Ann Stone^G

Tene Laverne Turner^G

Cheryl Arcuni Wicker^G

Terry C Wicks^G

Lecturer

Waqiah McNair Ellis

Loraine Frank-Lightfoot

Cassandra Solomon Galloway

Carolyn C Hoskins

G: Graduate-level faculty

NUR 210 Fundamental Concepts in Nursing 3

Introduction to fundamental concepts in nursing.

Prerequisites: Admission to NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 210L.

NUR 210L Fundamental Concepts in Nursing Lab 1

Lab experience related to the fundamental concepts in nursing.

Prerequisites: Admission to Nursing major.

Corequisites: NUR 210.

NUR 220 Nursing Assessment of Well Individuals 2

Introduction to basic nursing assessment of well individuals over the life span.

Prerequisites: Admission to NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 220L.

NUR 220L Nursing Assessment of Well Individuals Lab 1

Introduction to basic nursing assessment of well individuals over the life span. Laboratory and clinical activities encourage development of skills in interviewing, physical examination, and documentation of information.

Prerequisites: Admission to NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 220.

NUR 301 Essentials of Medical Math and Terminology 3

Develops skills in mathematical calculations of drug dosages and interpreting medical terminology.

Prerequisites: NURS Major.

NUR 304 Professional Identity and Professionalism in Nursing 3

Foundations in the development of nursing highlight how learners can advance their ability to think, act, and feel like members of the profession. Emphasis is placed on the core values and principles of nursing practice, professional and ethical standards, communication, critical thinking, and collaboration in delivering holistic and person-centered care.

Prerequisites: PHI 121 or PHI 220. NURS Major.

NUR 307 Assessment and Skill Development I 4

The focus of this course is for students to perform comprehensive and individualized assessments and interventions by integrating knowledge of nursing concepts, theoretical frameworks, and clinical skills to identify needs, and introduce students to evidence-based care plans.

Prerequisites: NTR 213, NUR 301. NURS Major.

NUR 308 Pathophysiology in Acute and Chronic Conditions 3

This course explores the mechanisms of disease and physiological disruptions in acute and chronic conditions. It focuses on disease manifestation, progression, and impact on the body. The course provides foundational knowledge for patient assessment, early identification, and intervention strategies in nursing practice across the lifespan.

Prerequisites: NUR 301, BIO 271/BIO 271L or BIO 277/BIO 277L or KIN 291/KIN 291L or KIN 292/KIN 292L. NURS Major.

NUR 309 Assessment and Skill Development II 3

The focus of this course is for students to implement advanced, patient-centered care strategies by integrating comprehensive assessments, nursing knowledge, and advanced clinical skills. Critically evaluate patient outcomes to formulate evidence-based care plans, ensuring students collaborate effectively with patients and their families to achieve the best possible health outcomes.

Prerequisites: NUR 307. NURS Major.

NUR 310 Nursing Care of Individuals with Neurobehavioral Problems across the Lifespan 4

Nursing care of individuals who have neurobehavioral problems.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 310L.

NUR 310L Practicum for Nursing Care of Individuals with Neurobehavioral Problems across the Lifespan 1

Practicum for nursing care of individuals who have neurobehavioral problems. Clinical activities in selected behavioral health settings.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 310.

Notes: Students must provide own transportation to practicum experiences.

NUR 311 Pharmacological Interventions 3

This course introduces foundational pharmacology principles in nursing, emphasizing patient-centered care, clinical judgment, and medication safety. Students will explore drug mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, and safe administration practices, preparing them to apply pharmacological knowledge effectively in clinical settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 301. NURS Major.

NUR 313 Person-Centered Care of Adults I 4

Introduction to adult health concepts, emphasizing person-centered, evidence-based care. Through care planning, clinical judgment, and collaboration, students will develop foundational skills for managing common adult health issues across various healthcare settings.

Prerequisites: CHE 104, NUR 308. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 313L.

NUR 313L Person-Centered Care of Adults I Clinical 2

This clinical course introduces students to person-centered, evidence-based adult health care. Emphasizing clinical judgment and collaboration, students apply theory to practice through care planning, assessment, and management of adult health issues. Hands-on experience develops foundational skills in understanding physiological processes and implementing nursing interventions across diverse healthcare settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 307. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 313.

NUR 316 Informatics and Healthcare Technologies 3

Use of information and healthcare technologies, and their application in supporting healthcare processes and clinical decision-making are analyzed. Emphasis is placed on the impact of informatics and technology on patient outcomes, quality of care, and the efficiency of communication among healthcare teams, patients, and consumers with professional and regulatory standards.

Prerequisites: NURS Major.

NUR 320 Nursing Care of Individuals with Chronic Physiological Problems 3

Nursing care of clients who have chronic physiological problems.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 320L.

NUR 320L Practicum for Nursing Care of Individuals with Chronic Physiological Problems 2

Practicum for nursing care of clients who have chronic physiological problems.

Prerequisites: Overall minimum GPA of C. NURS major;

Corequisites: NUR 320.

Notes: Students must provide own transportation to practicum experiences.

NUR 321 Person-Centered Care of Adults II 3

This course refines students' clinical judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Emphasizing individualized care, students will explore how to apply theory to practice for complex adult health issues. Through assessment, care planning, and collaboration, students will enhance their ability to deliver holistic, evidence-based interventions and improve patient outcomes in diverse environments.

Prerequisites: NUR 313, NUR 313L. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 321L.

NUR 321L Person-Centered Care of Adults II Clinical 2

This clinical course refines students' clinical judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Emphasizing individualized care, students will apply theory to practice for complex adult health issues across clinical settings. Through assessment, care planning, and collaboration, students will enhance their ability to deliver evidence-based interventions and improve patient outcomes in diverse environments.

Prerequisites: NUR 309, NUR 313, NUR 313L. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 321.

NUR 322 Population and Community Health Principles 3

This course explores population health principles through community engagement, with a focus on health promotion, disease prevention, health advocacy, and addressing social determinants of health. It covers the spectrum of healthcare delivery, from prevention to disease management, emphasizing collaboration with partners and stakeholders to improve health outcomes for diverse populations.

Prerequisites: NUR 308. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 322L.

NUR 322L Population and Community Health Principles Clinical 2

This clinical course enables students to practice theoretical community and population health principles in diverse care environments.

Prerequisites: NUR 309. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 322.

NUR 323 Emerging Issues in Nursing 3

This course explores the evolving nursing profession, focusing on emerging issues in nursing practice and policy. Students will examine trends in healthcare delivery and gain insights into the complexities and implications of these issues at local, national, and global levels.

Prerequisites: NUR 304. NURS Major.

NUR 330 Global Perspectives on the Health of Women 3

Global perspectives on women's health issues.

NUR 340 Health and Illness in Infants, Children and Adolescents 3

Nursing care and health promotion of infants, children, and adolescents with acute and chronic illness, special health care needs, and those receiving well child care.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 340L.

NUR 340L Practicum for Health and Illness in Infants, Children and Adolescents 1

Practicum for nursing care and health promotion of infants, children, and adolescents with acute and chronic illness, special health care needs, and those receiving well child care.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 340.

Notes: Students must provide own transportation to practicum experiences.

NUR 345 Basic Health Management of Children 3

Health appraisal and recognition of symptoms of illness in children. Emphasizes needs of children in group settings from infancy through elementary school age.

Prerequisites: HDF 111.

NUR 346 Introduction to Health Care Informatics 3

Exploration of informatics and health care technologies in the management of individuals, groups, and organizations for the improvement of patient outcomes.

Prerequisites: Must be licensed Registered Nurse. minimum GPA of C (2.0), or permission of instructor.

NUR 355A Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nursing I 3

Study of pathophysiologic changes that influence disease processes across the lifespan and related pharmacological therapies.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

NUR 355B Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nursing II 2

Study of selected pathophysiologic changes that influence disease processes across the lifespan and related pharmacological therapies.

Prerequisites: NUR 210, NUR 220, NUR 355A. Nursing major.

NUR 360 Childbearing and Reproductive Health 3

Nursing care of women and families along the childbearing continuum. Topics include reproductive health, promotion of health for pregnancy and birth, nursing management of complications, and newborn care.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 360L.

NUR 360L Practicum for Childbearing and Reproductive Health 1

Practicum for nursing care of women and families along the childbearing continuum. Topics include reproductive health, promotion of health for pregnancy and birth, nursing management of complications, and newborn care.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 360.

Notes: Students must provide own transportation to practicum experiences.

NUR 365 Interprofessional Education Seminar 1

Clinical application of theories, concepts, and research related to collaborative interprofessional education (IPE) across healthcare disciplines.

Prerequisites: NUR 380. NURS major.

NUR 370 Concepts of Professional Nursing 3

Study of basic concepts in professional nursing.

Prerequisites: STA 108 and satisfaction of GEC requirements for GHP, GNS, GSB, GRD, AND GRD1). must be licensed Registered Nurse; overall minimum GPA of C (2.0).

NUR 371 Nursing Health Assessment 3

Study of the health assessment of individuals over the life span. Laboratory activities promote the development of assessment skills.

Prerequisites: Must be licensed Registered Nurse. overall minimum GPA of C (2.0).

NUR 375 Nursing Informatics and Technology 2

Focus on the use of electronic technologies and the management of information to facilitate nursing practice and enhance quality care.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 310 and NUR 310L. or NUR 320 and NUR 320L; or NUR 340 and NUR 340L; or NUR 360 and NUR 360L.

NUR 380 Nursing Skills 2

Introduction and practice of nursing skills necessary for care of clients in clinical settings.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

NUR 385 Critical Reasoning 2

This application based course focuses on the development and improvement of critical reasoning skills for professional nursing practice.

Prerequisites: NURS major.

Corequisites: NUR 310 and NUR 310L. or NUR 320 and NUR 320L; or NUR 340 and NUR 340L; or NUR 360 and NUR 360L.

NUR 390 Culture and Health Care 3

Role of culture on the health and wellbeing of individuals and selected global communities, including indigenous peoples.

NUR 395 Transition to Civilian Professional Nursing 2

This didactic course covers the fundamentals of professional civilian nursing. Similarities and differences between military and civilian models of care are presented.

Prerequisites: NURS majors enrolled in the Veterans Access Program (VAP).

NUR 401 Integrated Family Care: Managing Illness, Loss, and Crisis 3

Belief systems are examined to address the experience of illness and disability in the family unit, family dynamics with chronic disorders, multigenerational experiences with illness, loss, and crisis, and family health and illness.

Prerequisites: PSY 121 or HDF 111, SOC 101. NURS Major.

NUR 402 Reproductive Health 3

This course will explore the care requirements associated with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, gender health, and neonatal care. Additionally, the course addresses diverse family structures, cultural variations, and moral-ethical considerations in fertility, pregnancy, gynecology, andrology, transgender health, and genetics.

Prerequisites: HDF 111, NUR 308. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 403, NUR 404, NUR 407.

NUR 403 Pediatric Care and Family Dynamics 3

Nursing care of the pediatric patient across infancy, childhood, and adolescence with a focus on health promotion, disease prevention, acute and chronic health conditions and associated risk factors, and the well child. Applying a family-centered approach with consideration of developmental, cultural, social, and psychological needs of the patient and family.

Prerequisites: PSY 121 or HDF 111, SOC 101. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 402, NUR 404, NUR 407.

NUR 404 Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing 3

Nursing care for mental health challenges across the lifespan with an emphasis on wellness, recovery, health promotion, patient advocacy, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities. Students will gain skills in mental health assessment, clinical judgment, and therapeutic communication.

Prerequisites: PSY 121 or HDF 111. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 402, NUR 403, NUR 407.

NUR 405 Pharmacology in Nursing 3

Study of major drug groups and their action, use, side effects, and nursing care considerations. Emphasis on nursing care and teaching, built upon physiology and basic pharmacology.

Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Nursing. or permission of instructor.

NUR 407 Family and Mental Health Nursing Clinical 3

Develop skills in managing family dynamics including mental health well-being while delivering compassionate, holistic nursing care across diverse family structures and settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 309, NUR 313, NUR 313L. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 402, NUR 403, NUR 404.

NUR 408 Evidence and Research in Nursing Practice 3

Through an exploration of the scientific process, students will learn to critically evaluate and apply research findings to enhance patient outcomes and improve healthcare practices.

Prerequisites: STA 108. NURS Major.

NUR 409 Leadership Development and Systems-Based Practice 3

This course takes a holistic approach to leadership, guiding students through self-awareness, informed decision-making, group dynamics, and aligning organizational goals with practices. It explores how structures, systems, and resources impact health outcomes and reviews human resource management principles, improvement strategies, and legal regulations within healthcare settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 304, NUR 321L. NURS Major.

NUR 410 Health and Illness in Older Adults 3

Nursing care of older adults: biopsychosocial, spiritual functioning, impact of developmental changes, illness, and dysfunction on health status and quality of life.

Prerequisites: NUR 310, NUR 310L, NUR 320, NUR 320L, NUR 340, NUR 340L, NUR 360, NUR 360L (or their equivalent). admission to NURS major; overall minimum GPA of C (2.0)

Corequisites: NUR 410L, NUR 450.

NUR 410L Practicum for Health and Illness in Older Adults 2

Practicum for nursing care of older adults: biopsychosocial, spiritual functioning, impact of developmental changes, illness, and dysfunction on health status and quality of life. Selected clinical activities.

Prerequisites: NUR 310, NUR 320, NUR 340, NUR 360.

Corequisites: NUR 410, NUR 450.

NUR 411 Global Health in Nursing 3

Critical analysis of healthcare practice within a global context. Reflective global community engagement experience integrating academic enhancement, personal growth, and global civic learning.

Prerequisites: NURS major. Pre-licensure BSN students: NUR 210, NUR 220 or equivalent, NUR 380; RN-BSN students: NUR 370, NUR 371; or permission of instructor.

NUR 413 Immersive Clinical Practicum 5

This immersive practicum synthesizes course and clinical experiences, focusing on time management, health promotion, acute and rehabilitative care, and reducing gaps in care transitions. Students emerge as novice nurse generalists, applying program knowledge to provide safe and effective care while optimizing community resources.

Prerequisites: NUR 313L, NUR 321L, NUR 322L, NUR 407. NURS Major;

Corequisites: NUR 416.

NUR 415 Nursing Leadership and Management 3

Introduction to the leadership and management roles of the professional nurse in health care organizations.

Prerequisites: NUR 310/NUR 310L, NUR 320/NUR 320L, NUR 340/NUR 340L, NUR 355, NUR 360/NUR 360L, NUR 375, and NUR 380 (or their equivalent). NURS major.

NUR 416 Transition to Practice 3

A systematic review of topics associated with NCLEX are evaluated. Test-taking principles are reinforced, and sample tests provide areas for improved continuous learning. Personal and professional development opportunities are reviewed, allowing for program outcome evaluation and effective role transition from student to a practice-ready nurse.

Prerequisites: NURS Major.

Corequisites: NUR 413.

NUR 420 Population Health Nursing 4

Nursing care of populations and communities through collaborative actions across care settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 310/NUR 310L, NUR 320/NUR 320L, NUR 340/NUR 340L and NUR 360/NUR 360L (or their equivalent). NURS major;

Corequisites: NUR 410/NUR 410L, NUR 420L, NUR 450.

NUR 420L Practicum for Population Health Nursing 1

Practicum for nursing care of populations and communities through collaborative actions across care settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 310, NUR 320, NUR 340, NUR 360.

Corequisites: NUR 410, NUR 420, NUR 450.

NUR 430 Nursing Care of Individuals with Acute Physiological Problems 3

Nursing care of individuals/families with acute physiological illness.

Prerequisites: NUR 410/NUR 410L, NUR 420/NUR 420L, and NUR 450. NURS major;

Corequisites: NUR 415, NUR 430L.

NUR 430L Practicum for Nursing Care of Individuals with Acute Physiological Problems 2

Practicum for nursing care of individuals/families with acute physiological illness.

Prerequisites: NUR 410/NUR 410L, NUR 420/NUR 420L, NUR 450. NURS major;

Corequisites: NUR 415, NUR 430.

Notes: Students must provide own transportation to practicum experiences.

NUR 440 Senior Capstone 4

A concentrated 7½ week practicum where students simulate the roles of the employed graduate under the guidance of a selected nursing preceptor and a faculty facilitator.

Prerequisites: NUR 310/NUR 310L, NUR 320/NUR 320L, NUR 340/NUR 340L, and NUR 360/NUR 360L. NURS major;

Corequisites: NUR 415, NUR 430/NUR 430L, and NUR 490.

Notes: Grade: Pass/Not Pass (P/NP). Students must provide own transportation to practicum experiences. Course intended for senior level baccalaureate nursing students in their final semester of the major.

NUR 447 Global Health and Disaster Preparedness 3

This course explores concepts in global health and disaster preparedness using a nation as a microcosm to explore these concepts. Offered as a Study Abroad course.

Prerequisites: Undergraduate student in good academic standing and instructor permission.

NUR 450 Evidence-Based Practice and Nursing Research 3

Introduction to the professional nurse's role in evidence-based practice and nursing research.

Prerequisites: NUR 310, NUR 310L, NUR 320, NUR 320L, NUR 340, NUR 340L, NUR 360, NUR 360L. NURS major;

Corequisites: NUR 410, NUR 410L, NUR 420, and NUR 420L.

NUR 470 Community Health Nursing Concepts and Care 4

Nursing concepts and care of individuals, families, and groups within community settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 370 and NUR 371. overall minimum GPA of C (2.0); Current unrestricted North Carolina RN license or unrestricted RN license in a state covered by the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact.

NUR 471 Nursing Care of the Older Adult 4

Nursing concepts and care of older adults: theories of aging, physiological/psychological functioning, impact of developmental changes, illness, and chronic dysfunction.

NUR 472 Nursing Leadership and Management 4

The professional nurse's role in applying principles of leadership and management in health care organizations across the continuum of care.

NUR 473 Nursing Research 4

Introduction to nursing research and the professional nurse's role in research.

NUR 490 Synthesis of Nursing Concepts 2

Cumulative integration of concepts learned throughout the curriculum. Emphasis placed on analysis of critical thinking skills and synthesis of clinical decision making. Also includes preparation for NCLEX-RN.

Prerequisites: NUR 410, NUR 410L, NUR 420, NUR 420L and NUR 450. NURS major;

Corequisites: NUR 415, NUR 430, NUR 430L.

NUR 492 Independent Study 1-3

Guided readings in nursing as an individual project designed with a focus on the nursing profession and/or nursing practice. Course offering is dependent on faculty availability.

Prerequisites: Approval must be granted by a nursing faculty member prior to registration.

Notes: May be repeated for credit.

NUR 493 Honors Work 3-6

Honors Work.

Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. 3.30 GPA in the major, 12 s.h. in the major;

Notes: May be repeated for credit if the topic of study changes.

NUR 500 Fundamental Concepts in Nursing 3

Introduction to fundamental concepts in nursing.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

NUR 500L Fundamental Concepts in Nursing Lab 1

Lab experience related to the fundamental concepts in nursing.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

NUR 501 Nursing Skills 2

Introduction and practice of nursing skills necessary for care of clients in clinical settings.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

Corequisites: NUR 500, NUR 500L, NUR 502, NUR 502L, NUR 508.

NUR 502 Nursing Assessment of Well Individuals 2

Introduction to basic nursing assessment of well individuals over the life span.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 500, NUR 500L.

Corequisites: NUR 502L.

NUR 502L Nursing Assessment of Well Individuals Lab 1

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 500, NUR 500L.

Corequisites: NUR 502.

NUR 503 Nursing Care of Individuals with Neurobehavioral Problems across the Lifespan 4

Nursing care of individuals who have neurobehavioral problems.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

Corequisites: NUR 503L.

NUR 503L Practicum for Nursing Care of Individuals with Neurobehavioral Problems across the Lifespan 1

Practicum for nursing care of individuals who have neurobehavioral problems. Clinical activities in selected behavioral health settings.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

Corequisites: NUR 503.

NUR 504 Nursing Care of Individuals with Chronic Physiological Problems 3

Nursing care of clients who have chronic physiological problems.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

Corequisites: NUR 504L.

NUR 504L Practicum for Nursing Care of Individuals with Chronic Physiological Problems 2

Practicum for nursing care of clients who have chronic physiological problems.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

Corequisites: NUR 504.

NUR 508 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nursing I 3

Study of selected pathophysiologic changes that influence disease processes across the lifespan and related pharmacological therapies.

Prerequisites: NUR 500, NUR 502.

NUR 509 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nursing II 2

Study of selected pathophysiologic changes that influence disease processes across the lifespan and related pharmacological therapies.

Prerequisites: NUR 500, NUR 502, NUR 508.

NUR 510 Health and Illness in Older Adults 3

Nursing care of older adults: biopsychosocial, spiritual functioning, impact of developmental changes, illness, and dysfunction on health status and quality of life.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 503, NUR 503L, NUR 504, NUR 504L, NUR 611, NUR 611L, NUR 613, NUR 613L (or their equivalent).

Corequisites: NUR 510L.

NUR 510L Practicum for Health and Illness in Older Adults 2

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 503, NUR 503L, NUR 504, NUR 504L, NUR 611, NUR 611L, NUR 613, NUR 613L (or their equivalent).

Corequisites: NUR 510, NUR 705.

NUR 511 Global Health in Nursing 3

Critical analysis of healthcare practice within a global context. Reflective global community engagement experience integrating academic enhancement, personal growth, and global civic learning.

Prerequisites: Admission to a Nursing graduate program.

NUR 540 Financial Management in Healthcare 3

Introduction to the principles of fiscal management, health care agency accounting practices, and the nurse administrator's role in budgeting processes.

Prerequisites: Graduate students enrolled in MSN in Nursing Administration or MSN/MBA program.

NUR 547 Global Health and Disaster Preparedness Graduate Level 3

This course explores concepts in global health and disaster preparedness using a nation as a microcosm to explore these concepts.

Prerequisites: Graduate student in good academic standing and instructor permission.

NUR 601 Critique and Utilization of Research in Nursing Administration 2

Development of knowledge and skill competencies basic to the critical interpretation and utilization of research findings in nursing administration. Graded on S/U basis.

Prerequisites: NUR 641.

NUR 607 Interprofessional/Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Negotiation 3

An integrated approach to team development and function using an interprofessional/interdisciplinary model.

NUR 609 The Role of the Nurse Leader in Advanced Quality and Safety 4

Prepares the student to apply principles of quality and safety at the micro (unit) and macro (organizational) system level.

Prerequisites: Enrolled in the M.S.N. Nursing Leadership and Management Concentration, M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, M.S.N./M.B.A., or permission of instructor.

NUR 611 Health and Illness in Infants, Children, and Adolescents 3

Nursing care and health promotion of infants, children, and adolescents with acute and chronic illness, special health care needs, and those receiving well child care.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

Corequisites: NUR 611L.

NUR 611L Practicum for Health and Illness in Infants, Children, and Adolescents 1

Practicum for nursing care and health promotion of infants, children, and adolescents with acute and chronic illness, special health care needs, and those receiving well child care.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

Corequisites: NUR 611.

NUR 613 Childbearing and Reproductive Health 3

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

Corequisites: NUR 613L.

NUR 613L Practicum for Childbearing and Reproductive Health 1

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration.

Corequisites: NUR 613.

NUR 614 Information Technology in Nursing Administration 3

Prepares the student to apply principles and techniques of communication and computer technology in health care management settings.

Prerequisites: Enrolled in the M.S.N. Nursing Leadership and Management Concentration, M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, M.S.N./M.B.A., or permission of instructor.

NUR 617 Nursing Leadership and Management 3

Provides the student with a foundational knowledge of management and leadership skills using applications based on problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking. Core management concepts include planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. Other topics include legal and ethical decision making and advocacy.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 501, NUR 503, NUR 503L, NUR 504, NUR 504L, NUR 508, NUR 509, NUR 613, NUR 613L, NUR 614 (or their equivalent).

NUR 618 Population Health Nursing 4

Nursing care of populations and communities through collaborative actions across care settings.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 503, NUR 503L, NUR 504, NUR 504L, NUR 611, NUR 611L, NUR 613, NUR 613L (or their equivalent).

Corequisites: NUR 618L.

NUR 618L Practicum for Population Health Nursing 1

Practicum for nursing care of populations and communities through collaborative actions across care settings.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 503, NUR 503L, NUR 504, NUR 504L, NUR 611, NUR 611L, NUR 613, NUR 613L (or their equivalent).

Corequisites: NUR 618.

NUR 619 Nursing Care of Individuals with Acute Physiological Problems 3

Nursing care of individuals/families with acute physiological illness.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 510, NUR 510L, NUR 618, NUR 618L, NUR 705.

Corequisites: NUR 617, NUR 619L.

NUR 619L Practicum for Nursing Care of Individuals with Acute Physiological Problems 2

Practicum for nursing care of individuals/families with acute physiological illness.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 510, NUR 510L, NUR 618, NUR 618L, NUR 705.

Corequisites: NUR 617, NUR 619.

NUR 620 The Business of Healthcare 3

A contemporary analysis of the U.S. health system from government, regulation, policy, insurance, and the economy is completed. Business approaches advocating for social and environmental justice are debated.

NUR 621 Senior Capstone 4

A concentrated 7 1/2-week practicum where students simulate the roles of the employed graduate under the guidance of a selected nursing preceptor and a faculty facilitator.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 503, NUR 503L, NUR 504, NUR 504L, NUR 510, NUR 510L, NUR 611, NUR 611L , NUR 613, NUR 613L, NUR 618, NUR 618L, NUR 705.

Corequisites: NUR 622.

NUR 622 Synthesis of Nursing Concepts 2

Cumulative integration of concepts learned throughout the curriculum. Emphasis placed on analysis of critical thinking skills and synthesis of clinical decision-making. Also includes preparation for NCLEX-RN.

Prerequisites: Admission to M.S.N. Prelicensure Entry-Level Concentration, NUR 510, NUR 510L, NUR 618, NUR 618L, NUR 705.

Corequisites: NUR 609, NUR 621.

NUR 623 Leading in a Transforming Health System 3

Explores concept clarification associated with leading, managing, and following in the existing volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous U.S. health system. Foundational history from the Industrial Revolution to today’s emerging network models is synthesized against access, cost, and health disparities.

NUR 624 Project and Change Management 4

Leading change is a significant expectation for advancing the health system. Emphasis is placed on change and project management principles and the essential relationships between the change agent and client system. Further, strategies and techniques found in implementation science are practiced, reducing barriers to change and facilitating desired outcomes.

NUR 625 Foundations for Population Health 3

The influence of social, economic, cultural, and environmental factors on health outcomes and how they vary within groups are critiqued. The role of nurse administrators in evaluating care coordination, data organization, community engagement, and interventions to ensure equity are examined.

NUR 626 Quality Improvement in Principles and Practice 4

Prepares nurse leaders to understand and apply principles of quality improvement and their effects in health systems. Data-driven decision-making and technology integration into improvement models are tested.

NUR 640 Applied Budgeting and Resources Management 3

Prepares nurse leaders to utilize financial terminology, reimbursement models, and reporting methods. Special attention is paid to staffing, capital, operating budget development, and variance analysis in health care organizations.

NUR 641 Leadership and Management Essentials in Healthcare: Theories and Roles 4

Nursing management within the health care system. Management functions of planning, organizing and staffing studied within the framework of leadership in health care organizations.

Prerequisites: NUR 715.

Corequisites: NUR 715.

NUR 644 Organizational Leadership and Management 4

Management functions of directing and controlling are studied within the framework of leadership in health care organizations.

Prerequisites: NUR 540, NUR 614, NUR 641.

Corequisites: NUR 614.

NUR 645 Strategic Management of Health Care Organizations 4

Application of leadership and administration knowledge in a practice setting while defining self in a professional leadership role.

Prerequisites: NUR 644.

NUR 646 Nursing Leadership and Management Practicum 4

Application of advanced leadership and management knowledge in a practice setting while defining self in a professional leadership roles.

Prerequisites: NUR 645.

NUR 647 Designing Care Delivery Roles and Functions 3

Elements comprising a care delivery model are investigated, including patient-centered vs. patient-sensitive care, population vs. individual care needs, nurse-led vs. physician-led practices, and professional governance vs. centralized or authoritarian governance. Generational shifts to accommodate workforce shortages, increased patient demands, and associated human resource regulations are analyzed.

NUR 648 Science-Based Administrative Practice 3

Research-based course introducing learners to scientific processes used to study organizational and clinical practice, the interpretation of scientific findings to guide clinical management, policy setting, and decision-making, and the unique challenges of conducting research in the non-laboratory setting. Emphasis on critique and application of research findings is presented.

NUR 649 Advancing Innovation Through Design Thinking 3

Designed for nurse leaders passionate about driving positive change in healthcare through innovative thinking and problem-solving. The focus is to empower leaders to address complex challenges, enhance patient care, and drive positive organizational change through a human-centered approach.

NUR 650 Environmental Health Impact on Population Well-being 3

Climate, disasters and the impact on health are critiqued. Pathophysiology of physical and mental well-being and material supply chains and management are analyzed. Epidemiology and resource management roles are addressed.

NUR 654 Practicum in Administrative Practice 3

The practicum allows learners to synthesize didactic content and experiential learning assignments and gain additional administrative experiences to validate program competencies. Students will work with their preceptor to complete a semester long leadership project.

NUR 676 Psychopharmacology for Advanced Practice 3

Explores psychopharmacological treatment for psychiatric, mental, behavioral, and substance abuse disorders across the lifespan, covering pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, major drug classes, indications, dosing, side effects, and interactions. Students learn evidence-based medication management strategies and recent advances in neurobiology and psychopharmacology for advanced nursing practice in diverse clinical settings.

Prerequisites: Advanced pharmacology or permission of instructor.

Corequisites: NUR 677, NUR 678.

NUR 677 Assessment and Diagnosis of Psychiatric and Mental Health Disorders Across the Lifespan 3

Develops skills in comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of psychiatric and mental health disorders across the lifespan. It emphasizes diagnostic reasoning, case formulation, treatment planning, and understanding neuroanatomy and brain-behavior principles to manage behavioral health and psychiatric issues. Preparing students to address normal and abnormal behaviors across diverse populations.

Prerequisites: Advanced health assessment or permission of instructor.

Corequisites: NUR 676, NUR 678.

NUR 678 Psychotherapy: Theory and Practice for Individuals and Groups 2

Integrates psychotherapy theories and practical application, preparing students to deliver effective care across the lifespan. Students explore cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, humanistic, and integrative approaches, focusing on assessment, therapeutic relationships, and treatment planning. Emphasis is on therapy stages and evidence-based interventions for individuals and groups, applying theoretical and therapeutic approaches.

Corequisites: NUR 676, NUR 677.

NUR 679 Managing Complex Psychiatric Disorders in Adults and Families 4

Integrates psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacological interventions for managing complex psychiatric disorders in adults and families across the lifespan. Emphasis is on treating mood and behavioral symptoms, co-occurring disorders, and developing comprehensive, culturally competent care plans for multifaceted cases.

Prerequisites: NUR 676, NUR 677, or permission of instructor.

Corequisites: NUR 690.

NUR 690 Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical 4

Advanced clinical course enhances competencies in delivering safe, ethical psychiatric care across the lifespan through supervised practice. Emphasis is on collaborative management of complex disorders and co-occurring conditions, developing evidence-based care plans. Students refine clinical judgment, diagnostic skills, therapeutic communication, and leadership while integrating assessment and pharmacological management.

Prerequisites: NUR 676, NUR 677, or permission of instructor.

Corequisites: NUR 679.

NUR 691 Managing Complex Psychiatric Disorders in Special and Vulnerable Populations 2

Enhances students’ knowledge of diagnosing and treating psychiatric disorders in vulnerable populations, including children, adolescents, older adults, individuals with chronic illnesses, substance use and personality disorders, those in the criminal justice system, refugees, LGBT+ individuals, and military populations. Students will confront their biases and values in psychiatric practice.

Prerequisites: NUR 676 or permission of instructor.

NUR 692 Independent Study 1-3

Guided readings, research, and individual project work under the direction of the School of Nursing faculty.

Notes: May be used as part of minimum 36 hours required for the MSN degree. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.

NUR 693 Integrative Psychiatric-Mental Health Clinical 5

Culminating experience for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner students. Skill refinement and responsibility in delivering comprehensive psychiatric care across the lifespan is emphasized. Through precepted practicum experiences, students demonstrate proficiency by integrating knowledge, building confidence and preparing for independent, ethical, and collaborative practice as PMHNPs.

Prerequisites: NUR 691 or permission of instructor.

NUR 698 Advanced Nursing Project 1-6

Scholarly inquiry project developed by the student with faculty guidance.

Prerequisites: NUR 705.

Notes: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. Grading method is Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U).

NUR 699 Thesis 1-6

Individual guidance and direction in research to address a clinical or nonclinical problem.

Prerequisites: NUR 705.

Notes: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. Grading method is Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U).

NUR 701 Statistical Applications for Nursing Research 3

Applied descriptive and inferential statistics for nursing and health care research. Principles of hypothesis testing, inference, estimation, correlation, regression, and analysis of variance. Emphasis on selection of analysis and interpretation of results.

Prerequisites: Admission to Ph.D. in Nursing and completion of a course in inferential statistics or permission of instructor.

NUR 702 Statistical Applications for Nursing Research II 3

Advanced statistics for nursing and health care research, including general linear model, multifactoral ANOVA, multiple regression. Emphasis on selection and conduct of analysis and interpretation of results.

Prerequisites: NUR 701 or permission of instructor.

NUR 703 Qualitative Methods for Nursing 3

Philosophy, theory, and methods of qualitative research with an emphasis on the application to nursing and health research.

Prerequisites: NUR 702 and NUR 712 or permission of instructor.

NUR 704 Quantitative Research in Nursing 3

Theoretical foundations, design, and techniques of quantitative research for nursing and health care.

Prerequisites: NUR 702 and NUR 712, or permission of instructor.

NUR 705 Scientific Approaches to Advance Healthcare 3

The critical inquiry to problem-solving is explored. Research methods guide questioning, retrieving, analyzing data, and generating science-based knowledge relevant to advanced nursing practice.

NUR 707 Measurement in Nursing and Healthcare Research 3

Measurement of biophysical, psychomotor, cognitive, affective, and system-level phenomena for nursing and health research. Reliability, validity, item analysis, norms, selection and development of measures.

Prerequisites: NUR 704 or permission of instructor.

NUR 708 Advanced Pathophysiology 3

Human physiologic changes and common pathophysiological and compensatory mechanisms are applied as a basis for advanced practice diagnostic reasoning and deliberation.

NUR 709 Pharmacologic Interventions in Advanced Practice 3

Drug therapies are applied to various health conditions, and their dosing, side effects, and drug-to-drug interactions are analyzed for efficacy and cost.

NUR 710 Philosophy of Knowledge Development in Nursing 3

Philosophy, inquiry, and the development of knowledge within the discipline.

Prerequisites: Admission to Ph.D. in Nursing.

NUR 712 Theory Analysis in Nursing Science 3

The nature of theory and strategies for theory development within the discipline of nursing. Analysis and evaluation of theory related to phenomena of interest.

Prerequisites: NUR 710.

NUR 713 Diagnostic Reasoning and Health Assessment 3

A foundational course to build on the skills of conducting comprehensive and systematic assessment of individuals across the lifespan. An introduction to diagnostic reasoning, laboratory studies, and other diagnostic tests are presented.

Prerequisites: Baccalaureate-level health assessment course.

Corequisites: NUR 713L.

NUR 713L Interventional Strategies of Diagnostic Reasoning and Health Assessment Lab 1

Application of advanced health assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills using laboratory exercises on individuals across the lifespan.

Corequisites: NUR 713.

NUR 714 Foundations of Informatics and Computational Systems 3

Biomedical computer technologies to support clinical problem solving and decision-making are applied. Emphasis on emerging technologies/artificial intelligence is analyzed for its impact on quality care and moral/ethical ramifications.

NUR 715 Research Methods in Nursing 3

Examines the basic concepts, strategies, and procedures used in conducting and analyzing nursing research. Emphasis will be on proposal development and quantitative and qualitative analysis of data.

Prerequisites: An undergraduate statistics course (preferred within past 5 years).

NUR 716 Management of Child Health in Primary Care 4

Focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, and management of pediatric conditions and preventative care from birth through middle childhood encountered in primary care.

Prerequisites: NUR 708, NUR 709, NUR 713.

NUR 717 Management of Common Gender Specific, Adult, and Adolescent Health Conditions 4

Explores gender-specific health care needs of adolescents and adults encountered in primary care including gender expression, fluidity, and development. Preventative care, assessment, diagnosis, and management are explored.

Prerequisites: NUR 708, NUR 709 (prerequisite or corequisite), NUR 713.

Corequisites: NUR 709 (prerequisite or corequisite).

NUR 718 Complex Problems In Family Primary Care 2

Students will increase knowledge and decision-making skills in the primary care treatment across the lifespan of vulnerable and complex patients. Course includes laboratory interpretation.

Prerequisites: NUR 708, NUR 709, NUR 713.

NUR 719L Family Primary Care Practicum 3

Practicum focused on the application of scientific knowledge and clinical judgement in assessment, diagnosis, management of health conditions and wellness in primary care across the lifespan.

Prerequisites: NUR 708, NUR 709, NUR 713.

NUR 727 Basic Principles of Nurse Anesthesia Practice I 2

General introduction to basics of nurse anesthesia practice, including safety, assessment, pharmacology, monitoring, charting, positioning, care plan development, sequencing, and as a foundation to more advanced anesthetic concepts and techniques.

NUR 727L Basic Principles of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Lab 1

Provides nurse anesthesia graduate students with an introduction to the principles of clinical anesthesia practice. Engages students in a variety of simulation and case study activities addressing the fundamentals of safe anesthesia practice across the spectrum of anesthesia care.

Prerequisites: NUR 727.

Corequisites: NUR 734.

NUR 728 Physics, Chemistry, and Mechanics in Anesthesia 2

Focuses on the application of the physical laws of gas, the study of compressed gases for clinical use, and the physical and mechanical considerations of anesthesia delivery systems.

NUR 728L Physics, Chemistry, and Mechanics in Anesthesia Laboratory 1

Focuses on the application of the physical laws of gas, the study of compressed gases for clinical use, and the physical and mechanical considerations of anesthesia delivery systems.

Prerequisites: NUR 728.

NUR 729 Health Assessment for Nurse Anesthesia 1

Emphasizes the principles of patient assessment for nurse anesthesia practice in the pre and perioperative periods.

Corequisites: NUR 729L.

NUR 729L Health Assessment Laboratory for Nurse Anesthesia 1

Laboratory course emphasizing the principles of patient assessment for nurse anesthesia practice in the pre and perioperative periods.

Prerequisites: NUR 729.

NUR 730 Neuropathophysiology of Nurse Anesthesia 3

Focuses on the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the central nervous system, and anesthesia nursing care related to persons with neurological dysfunction.

NUR 732 Advanced Principles of Nurse Anesthesia Practice 3

Focuses on the principles and theories of advanced nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for complex adult and pediatric patients.

Prerequisites: NUR 727, NUR 734.

NUR 732L Advanced Principles of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Lab 1

Engages students in a variety of simulation and case study activities that address advanced anesthesia practice across the spectrum of anesthesia care.

Prerequisites: NUR 727, NUR 727L, NUR 734.

Corequisites: NUR 732.

NUR 734 Basic Principles of Nurse Anesthesia Practice II 2

General introduction to the basics of nurse anesthesia practice, including safety, assessment, airway management, considerations for specialized populations, crises management, substance use disorder, care plan development, and as a foundation to more advanced anesthetic concepts and techniques.

NUR 740 Professional Aspects of Nurse Anesthesia 1

Examines nurse anesthesia practice and the CRNA role by analyzing the specialty-specific philosophical bases of caring, professionalism, advocacy, scope of practice, policy and standards of care in anesthesia practice, the role of professional organizations, legal and regulatory issues in anesthesia practice, billing, and malpractice.

NUR 741 Nurse Scientists in Academia and Industry I 3

Integration of the nurse scientist role into an academic and industry environment.

Prerequisites: NUR 704, NUR 712. Pr. or Coreq.: NUR 703, NUR 782.

NUR 744L Anesthesia Crisis Resource Management 1

Provides nurse anesthetist graduate students with principles of crisis resource management and evidence-based techniques within an advanced, high-fidelity simulation environment.

NUR 751 Pharmacology of Nurse Anesthesia I 2

Advanced knowledge of pharmacologic principles related to anesthetic medications.

NUR 752 Biochemistry for Nurse Anesthesia 1

Advanced knowledge of the biochemical basis and measurement of homeostasis and nursing interventions for fluid and electrolyte imbalance.

Prerequisites: NUR 756, NUR 757, NUR 773A.

NUR 753 Cardiovascular Pathophysiology for Nurse Anesthesia 3

Focuses on the principles and theories of advanced nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia to individuals with cardiovascular dysfunction.

Prerequisites: NUR 727, NUR 732.

Corequisites: NUR 754.

NUR 754 Pharmacology of Nurse Anesthesia II 2

Focuses on advanced nurse anesthesia knowledge of the pharmacology of cardiovascular drugs.

Prerequisites: NUR 751.

NUR 756 Respiratory Pathophysiology for Nurse Anesthesia 3

Focuses on the principles and theories of advanced nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia to individuals with respiratory dysfunction.

NUR 757 Pharmacology of Nurse Anesthesia III 1

Focuses on advanced nurse anesthesia knowledge of local anesthetics, neuromuscular blocking drugs, and adjunct medications necessary to effectively administer anesthesia to a diverse population.

NUR 758 Pathophysiology of Abdominal Systems for Nurse Anesthesia 2,3

Advanced knowledge of pathophysiology and anesthesia nursing care related to persons with hepatic, renal, and endocrine dysfunction.

NUR 759 Pharmacology of Nurse Anesthesia IV 1

Focuses on the principles of advanced nurse anesthesia knowledge of antimicrobials, adjunct agents, and concurrent outpatient drug therapy necessary to effectively administer anesthesia to a diverse population.

Prerequisites: NUR 757.

NUR 771A Clinical Practicum in Nurse Anesthesia I 2

Focuses on the delivery of basic nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 727, NUR 728, NUR 729, NUR 730.

NUR 771B Clinical Practicum in Nurse Anesthesia II 6,8

Focuses on the delivery of basic nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 771A.

NUR 772 Clinical Practicum in Nurse Anesthesia III 6,7

Focuses on the delivery of advanced nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 771A, NUR 771B.

Corequisites: NUR 771A, NUR 771B.

NUR 773A Clinical Practicum in Nurse Anesthesia IV 6

Focuses on the delivery of complex nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 772.

NUR 773B Clinical Practicum in Nurse Anesthesia V 6,7

Focuses on the delivery of advanced nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 772, NUR 773A.

NUR 774 Clinical Practicum in Nurse Anesthesia VI 6,7

Focuses on the delivery of increasingly complex nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 773A, NUR 773B.

NUR 775A Clinical Practicum in Nurse Anesthesia VII 6,8

Focuses on the integration of basic, advanced, and complex nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.

Prerequisites: NUR 774.

NUR 775B Clinical Practicum in Nurse Anesthesia VIII 6,7

Prerequisites: NUR 775A.

NUR 780 Special Topics in Nursing Science 1-3

In depth topics of special interest related to nursing and health sciences.

Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.

NUR 781 Health Promotion Models and Interventions 3

Current epidemiological, methodological, and theoretical approaches to health promotion across the lifespan. Intervention strategies are evaluated.

Prerequisites: NUR 702 and NUR 712, or permission of instructor.

NUR 782 Health Disparities and Outcomes 3

Critical analysis of health disparities and outcomes. Differences in access, use, cost, and quality of health care services; causes of health disparities; and strategies to eliminate disparities.

Prerequisites: NUR 781 or permission of instructor.

Corequisites: NUR 704.

NUR 783 Advanced Health Policy and Ethics 3

Advanced analysis and evaluation of domestic and international regulation, financing, and delivery of health care; ethical issues and stakeholders that influence policy; evaluation of policies for selected populations.

Prerequisites: NUR 782 or permission of instructor.

NUR 789 Doctor of Nursing Practice Advanced Practicum 1-6

Faculty supervised direct and indirect practice experiences that prepare D.N.P. students to function in advanced nursing roles. Includes practice experiences that integrate previous skills, promote innovative thinking, and test potential solutions to clinical practice or system issues. Emphasizes practice roles commensurate with health system needs and improved healthcare outcomes.

Prerequisites: Previous practicum hours in an accredited M.S.N. program.

NUR 790 Directed Research 3

Directed research that culminates in a scholarly product.

Prerequisites: NUR 704 and prior approval of graduate faculty member who will supervise and evaluate the project.

NUR 792 Independent Study 1-3

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor, Director of Graduate Study and Dean of Graduate School;

Notes: Grade: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U).

NUR 797 Integrated Clinical Concepts 2

This course focuses on the integration of all aspects of nurse anesthesia practice and preparation for the national certification examination given by the National Board on Certification and Recertification.

Prerequisites: NUR 732, NUR 752, NUR 753, NUR 755, NUR 756, NUR 758, NUR 759.

Corequisites: NUR 775B.

NUR 799 Dissertation 1-12

Individual direction for the completion of doctoral dissertation research.

Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of written and oral comprehensive examinations and written permission of dissertation chair.

NUR 801 Thesis Extension 1-3

Thesis Extension.

NUR 802 Dissertation Extension 1-3

Dissertation Extension.

Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.

NUR 803 Research Extension 1-3

Research Extension.

Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.

NUR 804 Advanced Research Methods 3

Exposure to and experience with complex research methods that address emerging issues in nursing and health sciences knowledge. Course content addresses multiple areas of emerging and innovative research.

Prerequisites: NUR 702, NUR 703, NUR 704, NUR 707 or equivalents, or permission of instructor.

NUR 810 Interventional Strategies to Promote Population Wellbeing 3

Mechanisms to improve health status and outcomes within populations, appraised and used to reverse negative social determinants of health. Examining population health, health equity, health promotion, disease prevention, and community-based interventions across the lifespan.

NUR 811 Advanced Primary Care Management I 4

Contrasting nursing and medical care models are introduced, addressing disease prevention and health promotion approaches. Acute and common chronic health issues, their etiology, and evidence-based treatment options are examined across the lifespan.

Prerequisites: NUR 708, NUR 713, NUR 713L.

Corequisites: NUR 811L.

NUR 811L Advanced Primary Care Management I Practicum 3

The first in a series of clinical courses. Practicum for management of acute and chronic illness with emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion across the lifespan.

Prerequisites: NUR 708, NUR 709, NUR 713, NUR 713L.

Corequisites: NUR 709, NUR 811.

NUR 812 Advanced Primary Care Management II 4

All life stages, from birth to older adult, and their corollary health and illness trajectories are analyzed. Advanced assessment and interventions are developed to include a team-based approach to care management across the lifespan.

Prerequisites: NUR 709, NUR 811, NUR 811L.

Corequisites: NUR 812L.

NUR 812L Advanced Primary Care Management II Practicum 3

Practicum for management of acute and chronic illness with emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion across the lifespan.

Prerequisites: NUR 709, NUR 811, NUR 811L.

Corequisites: NUR 812.

NUR 813 Primary Care Management for Aging or Frail Adults 4

The complexities of acute to chronic disease, conditions of aging, and methods to aid older to frail adults and their families are assessed, managed, and evaluated to promote dignity and comfort.

Prerequisites: NUR 709, NUR 812, NUR 812L.

Corequisites: NUR 813L.

NUR 813L Primary Care Management for Aging or Frail Adults Practicum 3

Practicum for assessment, management, and evaluation of older adults and frail adults by the Adult Gerontological Nurse Practitioner in primary care.

Prerequisites: NUR 812, NUR 812L.

Corequisites: NUR 813.

NUR 814 Integrated Clinical Management I for the Advanced Practice Nurse in Primary Care 2

Emphasis is integration of adult patient management with leadership, use of data, and interprofessional collaboration in promotion of healthy lifestyles; evaluation and management of acute and chronic health problems.

Prerequisites: NUR 812, NUR 812L, NUR 813, NUR 813L.

Corequisites: NUR 814L.

NUR 814L Integrated Clinical Practicum in Primary Care I for the Advanced Practice Nurse 3

Practicum for integration of adult patient management with leadership, use of data, and interprofessional collaboration in promotion of healthy lifestyles; evaluation, and management of acute and chronic health problems.

Prerequisites: NUR 812, NUR 812L, NUR 813, NUR 813L.

Corequisites: NUR 814.

NUR 815 Advanced Concepts for Professional Communication in Primary Health Care 2

Complex simulations providing practice in skills necessary for professional communication, critical decision making, and collaboration for advanced practice nursing in primary health care.

Prerequisites: NUR 812, NUR 812L, NUR 813, NUR 813L.

Corequisites: NUR 815L.

NUR 815L Advanced Procedures in Primary Care 1

Complex simulations providing advanced skills in primary care procedures.

Prerequisites: NUR 812, NUR 812L, NUR 813, NUR 813L.

Corequisites: NUR 815.

NUR 816 Integrated Clinical Management for the Advanced Practice Nurse in Primary Care 3

Advanced primary care practicum emphasizing the ability to manage acute and chronic complex health conditions of adults demonstrating advanced critical decision making skills and integration of DNP essentials into advanced practice.

Prerequisites: NUR 812, NUR 813.

Corequisites: NUR 816L.

NUR 816L Clinical Synthesis Practicum for Advanced Practice Nurses 2-4

Leadership, care management, and clinical practice are synthesized and applied. This practicum is population-based, focusing on decision-making, and interprofessional care delivered to individuals with acute and chronic conditions emphasizing disease prevention and health promotion among adolescents to older adults.

Prerequisites: NUR 811L, NUR 812L, NUR 813L.

Corequisites: NUR 816.

NUR 817 Negotiating Role Functions in an Advanced Practice Role 2

The alignment of advanced practice opportunities with career aspirations is mapped, with attention to negotiating, fulfilling, and optimizing knowledge, skills, and abilities in a selected position.

NUR 818 Biostatistical Basis for Decision-Making 3

Tools and techniques to interpret and measure treatment effectiveness, disease incidence and prevalence, and the efficacy of research findings are applied to population-level decision-making.

Prerequisites: Admission to D.N.P. program and undergraduate statistics course.

NUR 819 Holistic Approaches to Leadership 3

Individual and group behavior, foundations for organizational development, and leading in new economy networks will cultivate leadership capacity to lead and manage complex change.

Prerequisites: Admission to D.N.P. program.

NUR 820 Seminar for Nurse Anesthesia Advanced Practice 1

Focuses on the analysis of professional issues affecting anesthesia nursing practice.

NUR 821L Comprehensive Clinical Practicum 3

This clinical course is the synthesis of key clinical concepts that allows students to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the role of an advanced practice nurse.

Prerequisites: NUR 816, NUR 816L.

NUR 824 Applied Theory in Advancing Practice 3

Theory development and relevance to advance clinical and organizational practice is reinforced through curated exemplars. Seminal and emerging theories are discovered and analyzed for relevant practice interests.

NUR 825 Analysis and Application of DNP Essentials: Clinical Scholarship and Analytical Methods for Evidence 1

Analysis and integration of clinical scholarship and analytical methods for evidence-based practice applied to the role of the D.N.P. in nursing practice.

Prerequisites: Admission to the post master's D.N.P. program.

NUR 826 Professional Advocacy and Networking in Healthcare 3

Structural and relational networks are studied to advocate for access to care and to promote a seamless and cost-effective healthcare system. Interprofessional opportunities for advocacy are promoted.

Prerequisites: Admission to the graduate program.

NUR 890A Scholarly Seminar I: Project Development 2

A high-impact population-based problem will be articulated through organizational analysis, evidenced-based practice, standards identification, and metrics, to measure desired outcomes. Quality improvement techniques are reviewed to augment analysis and project implementation.

Prerequisites: NUR 705, NUR 818, NUR 824.

NUR 890B Scholarly Seminar II: Project Implementation 2

Implementation science and quality improvement principles are applied to a project plan, emphasizing the change agent-client system relationship, environmental drivers, and impediments to sustainable change.

Prerequisites: NUR 890A.

NUR 890C Scholarly Seminar III: Evaluation, Conclusion, and Dissemination 2

Evaluate and disseminate project outcomes to intra- and interprofessional peers and populations of interest using print and digital materials, professional publications, and speaking strategies.

Prerequisites: NUR 890B.

NUR 898A Applied Evidence-Based Practice & Translational Methods Project I 1

An applied evidence-based practice and translational methods project to be completed sequentially in a five-course series.

Prerequisites: NUR 705.

NUR 898B Applied Evidence-Based Practice & Translational Methods Project II 1

An applied evidence-based practice and translational methods project to be completed sequentially in a five-course series.

Prerequisites: NUR 898A.

NUR 898C Applied Evidence-Based Practice & Translational Methods Project III 1

An applied evidence-based practice and translational methods project to be completed sequentially in a five-course series.

Prerequisites: NUR 898B.

NUR 898D Applied Evidence-Based Practice & Translational Methods Project IV 1

An applied evidence-based practice and translational methods project to be completed sequentially in a five-course series.

Prerequisites: NUR 898C.

NUR 898E Applied Evidence-Based Practice & Translational Methods Project V 2

An applied evidence-based practice and translational methods project to be completed sequentially in a five-course series.

Prerequisites: NUR 898D.