NURS1000. Introduction to the Profession of Nursing (2)

Introduces the student to NNU's nursing curriculum, and the concepts of God, family, person, health, environment and nursing; explores the profession of nursing and the role of the nurse within the healthcare system. An introduction to the nursing process and nursing theory will be presented. Fees: Additional fee required.

NURS2000. Health Assessment and the Promotion of Family Health (5)

The foundations of family nursing theory and health assessment skills will be taught concurrently. Health promotion throughout the lifespan will be discussed with an introduction to the therapeutic use of self caring and communication skills. Evidence - based practice as the foundation for clinical nursing will be incorporated. Clinical/Nursing Learning Center component. Fulfills a General Education Tier II Cross-Cultural Experience. Prerequisites: NURS1000, PSYC1550, BIOL2010, BIOL2010L, ENGL1020, SOGY1550, CHEM1210, CHEM1210L, BIOL2030, BIOL2030L; admission to the nursing program. Fees: Additional fee required.

NURS2030. Fundamentals of Family Health Nursing (5)

Application of the nursing process, including the provision of basic clinical skills to individuals and their families will be the primary framework of this course, with the integration of the concepts from microbiology and pathophysiology. Application of evidence-based practice in diverse health care settings will be emphasized as well as an introduction to pharmacotherapeutics. Clinical/Nursing Learning Center component. Prerequisites: NURS2000, NURS2100, BIOL3820, KINE2730, PSYC2100. Fees: Additional fee required.

NURS2100. Medical Terminology (1)

An online course designed to prepare students for comprehension and utilization of medical terminology in health professions.

NURS3000. The Childbearing and Childrearing Family (6)

Emphasis will be on the family, health promotion, and preventive care during the reproductive years. Application of pharmacology pertaining to children and childrearing families will be incorporated. Genetics related to childhood conditions will be presented. HIV/AIDS and its impact on the family will be included. Clinical/Nursing Learning Center component. Prerequisites: NURS3020, NURS3030. Fees: Additional fee required.

NURS3020. Family Mental Health (3)

Nursing practice of families experiencing acute and chronic mental illness will be explored. The stressors that impact the health of the family will be emphasized.  Application of pharmacology pertaining to mental disorders will be incorporated. Clinical component. Prerequisites: NURS2030, BIOL2420, BIOL2420L. Fees: Additional fee required.

NURS3030. The Family With Acute and Chronic Health Needs (7)

The impact of illness or injury affecting the individual and the family within acute care settings will be emphasized. Critical thinking, evidence-based practice, nursing management of clients and application of pharmacology pertaining to acute/chronic health care needs will be incorporated. Clinical/Nursing Learning Center component. Prerequisites: NURS2030, BIOL2420, BIOL2420L. Fees: Additional fee required.

NURS4000. The Family With Complex Health Needs (7)

The impact of multifactorial complex health needs on the family will be explored. Critical thinking, evidence-based practice, nursing management of clients and the application of pharmacology pertaining to complex health needs will be practiced within high acuity settings for children and adults. Family presence in such settings and end of life issues will be incorporated. Clinical/Nursing Learning Center component. Prerequisites: NURS3000, NURS4030. Fees: Additional fee required.

NURS4010. The Family Within the Community (4)

Critical thinking in the nursing management of individuals within the family context will address gender specific health and vulnerable individuals. The safety and wellbeing of the family within the community will be emphasized. The environmental impact on the health of families will be a focus. Global health and cultural competency issues will be addressed. Clinical component. Fulfills a General Education Tier II Cross-Cultural Experience. Prerequisites: NURS3000, NURS4030. Fees: Additional fee required.

NURS4020. Leadership and Management in Professional Nursing (3)

An investigation of theories and principles of leadership and management applied within professional nursing practice. Nursing and health care trends within the context of regional, national and international arenas will be explored. Prerequisites: NURS4000, NURS4010. 

NURS4030. Nursing Research (3)

An analysis of the research process. Students will be guided in applying and incorporating research into evidence-based nursing practice. Prerequisites: NURS3020, NURS3030, ENGL2020, MATH2240 or comparable statistics course.

NURS4040. Transition to Professional Nursing Practice (4)

A capstone course in which students demonstrate competency in caring for the family. Students practice professional nursing in a variety of health care settings under the mentorship of a preceptor. Practical application of leadership and management theories in professional nursing practice and delivery of health care are experienced. Clinical component. Prerequisites: NURS4000, NURS4010. Fees: Additional fee required.