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Dean: Judy Didion; Executive Secretary: Julie Rank
Associate Dean: Carrie Buch; Assistant to Associate Dean: Jill Asselin
Undergraduate Program Director: Kimberly Holka
Graduate Program Director: Meghan Harris
Interim Nurse Practitioner (NP) Track Director: Zorica Kauric-Klein
Forensic Nursing Track Director: Kelly Berishaj
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia (DNP-NA) Program Director: Anne Hranchook; DNP-NA Program Coordinator: Susan Davis
Post-Master’s DNP and PhD Program Coordinator: Laura Pittiglio; Post Master’s DNP and PhD Progam Coordinator; Kristen Damiano, PhD Program Coordinator
Director of Advising: Jason Pennington
Senior Academic Advisers: Patrina Carper, Sarah Mullin
Academic Advisers: Laura Christensen Saims, Katherine McMullen, Emily Stepanian-Bennett, April Thomas-Powell
Registrar Office Coordinator: Heidi Donnelly
Office Assistant III: Ben Craine
Director of Clinical Services: Sonya Gary
Clinical Services Coordinator: Kathryn Amejka
NP Coordinator: Steven Efthyvoulidis
Clinical Services Assistant: Maryann Szalka
Clinical Data and Procedure Specialist: Roxanne Knudson
Assistant Dean: Michele St Denis; Office Assistant III: Alicia Nott
Business Manager/Financial Analyst: Kenyettera Junior
Payroll Specialist: Cortney Tokarczyk
Director of Philanthropy: Jackie McIntosh
Event Planner: Kate Lionas
Faculty Secretary: Andrea Patton
Office Assistant III: Colleen Tomaszewski
Technical Support Coordinator: NingNing Zheng
Information Technical Specialist: Zachary Walters
Director of Nursing Laboratories: Diane Noack
Professors: Judy Didion, Karen Dunn, Suha Kridli
Associate Professors: Carrie Buch, Judith Fouladbakhsh, Claudia Grobbel, Margaret Harris, Zorica Kauric-Klein, Julie Kruse, Anne Mitchell, Gary Moore, Sarah Newton, Laura Pittiglio
Assistant Professors: Elizabeth Eisenhauer, Ellen Gajewski, Toni Glover, Mary Golinski, Deana Hays, Joanna Hernandez, Anne Hranchook, Cheryl Jusela, Kristen Munyan, Julia Paul, Patricia Cameron, Lan Yao
Special Instructors: Kelly Berishaj, Carolyn Tieppo, Kathleen Spencer, Stephanie Vallie
Adjunct Assistant Professors: Kimberly Holka, Lynda Poly-Droulard
Adjunct Instructors: Teresa Chahine, Nicole Clark, Margaret Kennedy, Carly Miller,Renee Mirovsky, Katie Mysen
Visiting Instructors: Cheniece Harris, Angelika Maly
Professors Emerita: Frances Jackson, Mary Mittelstaedt, Cheryl Riley-Doucet, Darlene Schott-Baer, Justine Speer, Diane Wilson, Carol Zenas
Maggie Allesee Endowed Professor in Gerontology: Karen Dunn
Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital Foundation Endowed Professor: Toni Glover
Board of Visitors
The School of Nursing (SON) Board of Visitors (BOV) is composed of community leaders from the greater Detroit area. The SON Dean consults with the BOV as needed, the BOV assists the SON with fundraising, and members of the BOV provide generous scholarships for students.
Members of the Board of Visitors are:
Maggie Allesee, MS, Counselor
Lynn Chiesa, MSN, RN, NE-BC, CNO, Ascension Providence Southfield & Novi
Douglas Dascenzo, MSN, RN,CENP, CNO, St. Joseph Mercy Oakland
Shukri David, M.D., FACC, Section Chief for the Division of Cardiology at Ascension Providence Southfield & Novi
Judy Didion, PhD, RN, Dean, SON
Tamika Frimpong, Esq., VP & Assistant General Counsel, BorgWarner
Susan Grant, DNP, RN, FAAN, NEA-BC, Exec. VP & CNO, Beaumont Health
Debbie Guido-Allen, MBA, BSN, RN, NE-BC, FACHE, COO,Beaumont Health-Royal Oak
Lisa Hahn, MS, RN, Chief Community Nursing Programs, Oakland County Health Division
Gregory Jamian, BA, President & CEO, AmeriCare Medical, Inc.
Shawn Levitt, BSN, MBA, MS, RN, FACHE, CPHQ, Senior Vice President and Market Chief Nursing Officer, Detroit Medical Center
Kathleen M. Ryan, RN, MHSA, Vice Chair West Region Board of Trustees for Ascension Michigan
Kyle Sasena, First VP, Chemical Bank
Charlene Shaya, COO, J&B Medical Supply Co., Inc.
Michelle Seid, RN, BSN, Volunteer
Eric Wallis, DNP, MSA, RN, NE-BC, FACHE, President, Henry Ford West Bloomfield
Christine Zambricki, CRNA, MS, RN, FAAN, Consultant
Accreditation
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Oakland University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Programs Offered
The SON offers programs of study leading to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) degree. Graduates of the undergraduate program pre-licensure tracks (Basic-BSN and Accelerated Second-Degree BSN) are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensure examination. The following are the BSN tracks available at Oakland University.
- Basic-BSN track (pre-licensure)
- Accelerated Second-Degree BSN track (pre-licensure)
- BSN Degree Completion Sequence (RN-BSN, post-licensure)
School of Nursing Mission
The mission of the OU School of Nursing is to prepare transformational leaders committed to caring and using the best evidence in nursing practice, education and research to optimize the health of the public in a diverse ever-changing global society.
School of Nursing Vision
The faculty and graduates of the OU School of Nursing will be recognized as transformational leaders, caring practitioners and scholars who optimize the health and well-being of a diverse global society.
Baccalaureate Program Curriculum
The BSN curriculum is developed to meet professional standards in accordance with the mission and vision of Oakland University and the School of Nursing.
Baccalaureate Program Outcomes (Student-Learning Outcomes)
- Apply concepts from the Arts and Sciences in the promotion of health and the management of simple to complex nursing care.
- Demonstrate use of the nursing process in clinical decision-making.
- Apply principles of patient safety and quality improvement in nursing practice.
- Apply principles of wellness, health promotion, disease prevention, rehabilitation, risk reduction, palliative and end-of-life care to individuals, families, communities, and populations.
- Demonstrate values-based, ethical professional behaviors that integrate caring, autonomy, integrity, social justice, respect for diversity and human dignity throughout the lifespan.
- Use best-evidence in nursing practice.
- Demonstrate inter/intra-professional collaboration to optimize health outcomes.
- Demonstrate transformational leadership in nursing practice in a variety of settings.
- Use knowledge, processes, and skills from informatics to inform clinical decision making.
- Apply knowledge of health policy, economics, legal, and political principles to nursing practice.
- Demonstrate a commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.
School of Nursing Admission Mission
The OU SON seeks caring individuals who strive to meet the needs of a globally inclusive community and who will use their education to influence healthcare through practice, leadership, and scholarship.
Admission to the SON Undergraduate Program
All students pursuing admission to the SON undergraduate program must first gain admission to Oakland University. For additional information on admission requirements for specific degree tracks, please see the Basic-BSN, the Accelerated-Second Degree, and the BSN Degree Completion Sequence sections below.
SON Direct Admission to the Basic-BSN Track (only for Oakland University applicants in their senior-year of high school)
Admission is competitive. Applicants who satisfy all of the requirements listed below will be considered for admission. However, completion of the admission requirements does not guarantee an offer of direct admission to the Basic-BSN track.
SON Direct Admission Requirements:
- Students must have applied and been accepted to OU by no later than November 1st of the student’s senior year of high school;
- Student’s must have earned a non-weighted high school grade-point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher at the completion of their Junior year or following the sixth semester;
- SAT and ACT scores*
- Two semesters of high school Biology completed prior to the senior year with both semesters’ final course grades B or higher; and
- Two semesters of high school Chemistry completed prior to the senior year with both semesters’ final course grades B or higher.
- Supplemental materials may be required to be considered for direct admission to the Basic-BSN.
*Please note that SAT and ACT scores will not be required for the Fall 2021 admission cycle consistent with Oakland University’s test-optional policy. Please see the OU website for more information about this policy.
Progression in the SON as a Direct Admission Basic-BSN Student
Students admitted to the Basic-BSN track by direct admission are required to attend OU full-time. Direct admission students will take all of the Basic-BSN prerequisite courses during their first academic year, and are required to achieve a final course grade of B or higher in each course, and obtain a combined GPA of 3.2 or higher in five prerequisite courses (BIO 1200 , BIO 2006 , CHM 1040 , CHM 2010 , and PSY 1000 ) in order to progress in the Basic-BSN track. Students with AP or IB scores in any prerequisite course will be considered placed out of the course and will not have to complete the course in their first academic year. Any direct admission student who does not meet the aforementioned requirements will forfeit their seat in the BSN program.
SON BSN Admission for Basic-BSN and Accelerated Second-Degree (ASD) Tracks
Program Link: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Plan of Study
Program Link: Accelerated Second-Degree BSN Track
Admission is competitive. Applicants who satisfy all of the requirements listed below will be considered for admission. Completion of the admission requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission to the SON Basic-BSN or ASD tracks.
ASD applicants must also have a posted bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning prior to gaining admission to Oakland University as a second-degree student.
Basic-BSN and ASD Competitive Admission Requirements:
- Be an active OU student at the time of applying to the Basic-BSN or ASD tracks.
- Have successfully completed BIO 1200 , BIO 2006 ; CHM 1040 , CHM 2010 , and PSY 1000 with a final course grade of B or higher in each course and a combined GPA of 3.2 or higher in the five courses;
- Have successfully completed PHL 1100 , OR PHL 1000 OR PHL 1300 with a final course grade of B or higher;
- Have successfully completed WRT 1060 (not required for ASD).
- Have successfully completed MTH 0661 or an approved statistics course with a grade of B or higher. (The math requirement is waived for any student who receives an SAT Math score of 490 or higher, or an ACT Math score of 18 or higher, or who took an OU placement test and placed into MTH 0662 or a higher level math course).
- Be in good academic standing in the university.
- Supplemental materials may be required to be considered for admission to the Basic-BSN and ASD tracks.
Any applicant who has been dismissed from a nursing program or has ever received two or more nursing course grades of B- or lower must first obtain approval from the SON to apply to the Basic-BSN and/or ASD tracks.
Transfer Credit
For SON admission purposes, grades for courses taken at other academic institutions will be used to calculate a student’s pre-nursing GPA. Letter grades are converted as follows: A = 4.0, A- = 3.7, B+ = 3.3, B = 3.0.
BSN Degree Completion Sequence (RN-BSN Track)
Program Link: BSN Degree Completion Sequence (RN-BSN) Track for Registered Nurses
Additional information for RN to BSN Plan of Study on SON Website
The School of Nursing offers an RN-BSN track for registered nurses with an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) and who possess a valid and unrestricted RN license. A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher from the student’s ADN program is required for unconditional admission to the RN-BSN track. Students seeking admission to the RN-BSN track must first apply to Oakland University through the OU Office of Undergraduate Admissions. The School of Nursing will verify the applicant’s unrestricted RN license. Students admitted to the RN-BSN track will be required to meet all Oakland University general education requirements and should seek guidance regarding transcript evaluation and obtaining the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) through the School of Nursing Academic Advising office.
Applicants who have been dismissed from a BSN completion program or who have ever received two (or more) grades in nursing courses below B- must obtain SON permission to apply to the BSN Degree Completion Sequence (RN-BSN Track). For more information, contact SON Academic Advising.
Undergraduate Program Policies and Procedures
Students admitted to the SON undergraduate program should consult the SON Undergraduate Program Student Handbook for information regarding program policies and procedures.
Academic Advising
All students admitted to the Basic-BSN and ASD tracks are required to attend a mandatory SON orientation run by the SON Academic Advising office. Students are encouraged to meet regularly with their academic adviser to discuss academic issues and/or concerns.
Assessment Technology Institute (ATI)
The SON uses ATI Nursing Education for all pre-licensure (Basic-BSN and ASD) students. ATI Nursing Education is designed to facilitate student academic success. ATI Nursing Education provides resources that, when used effectively by pre-licensure nursing students, help them to be successful in the nursing courses, and prepares them for the NCLEX-RN. Students will receive account and payment information for ATI Nursing Education as part of SON orientation and during NRS 2012. The ATI Nursing Education Learning System is mandatory for all students in the SON. Refer to the Undergraduate Student Handbook for chart outlines for the ATI Assessments that pre-licensure (Basic-BSN and ASD) students are required to complete during the nursing curriculum. Additional resources are available on the ATI website, and SON faculty may assign their use.
ATI Comprehensive Predictor Assessment (CPA) is a SON graduation requirement. All pre-licensure students (Basic-BSN and ASD) take the CPA during the semester in which they are enrolled in NRS 4026 Nursing Capstone. Students must achieve a score of 89% or higher to satisfy the SON benchmark. Students not scoring 89% or higher on the first attempt will be given a second opportunity to demonstrate the SON benchmark on a retake of the CPA. The student will be responsible for paying the cost of the second CPA attempt. If the student does not demonstrate the SON benchmark on the second attempt, the student will be responsible to purchase the ATI Virtual Tutor for remediation and proof of readiness to take the NCLEX board examination. Students will be eligible to graduate at the end of the semester in which they complete the ATI Virtual Tutor. Students need to apply to graduate and adhere to the OU Office of the Registrar’s deadline dates.
Clinical Health Requirements for BSN Students
A student’s ability to start and/or remain in the Basic-BSN and ASD tracks is contingent upon successful completion of all of the SON clinical health requirements and their ability to satisfy the SON core performance standards. Newly admitted pre-licensure students who do not submit the required clinical health documentation by the published due date will forfeit their seat and will need to re-apply. Continuing students who do not submit the required clinical health documentation by the published due date will not be allowed to enroll in any clinical nursing courses and the corresponding didactic course(s), and their progression in the nursing curriculum may be delayed. The SON clinical health requirements are available on the SON website and in the Undergraduate Student Handbook. In addition, a criminal background check and a urine drug screen are required for admission to the SON. A flagged criminal background check and/or drug screen may prevent admission to the SON website. Students are responsible for all costs associated with the SON clinical health requirements. Please note that clinical partners may require/request their own security-criminal history checks, urine drug screens, and health documentations in addition to SON clinical health requirements in order to participate in clinical experiences at their site. Students are required to comply with any additional requirements of any clinical or enrichment site(s). Students are encouraged to maintain their own health insurance. Please note that payment for injury or illness that occurs while in the nursing program will be the responsibility of the student.
Clinical Placements
The SON provides students with a range of clinical experiences with diverse populations, organizations, and agencies. The SON’s clinical partners are located in urban and suburban settings throughout metropolitan Detroit and southeastern Michigan. Each student is responsible for providing his/her own transportation to all clinical experiences.
Leave of Absence
Students can request a leave of absence (LOA) in the SON for personal or academic reasons for a total of 12 months. Students who wish to take a LOA in the SON must meet with their SON academic adviser. A student’s return from a LOA is contingent upon availability of space. Students who return from LOA must comply with all SON policies in effect at the time they return and their clinical health requirements must be current with the SON.
Withdrawal from BSN Program
Students can withdraw from their respective BSN track for personal or academic reasons. Students who wish to withdraw from their track must contact their SON academic adviser and submit a SON Withdrawal form.
Qualification for Registered Nurse Licensure (NCLEX-RN)
Certified graduates of the BSN program’s pre-licensure tracks (Basic-BSN and ASD) are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensure examination. Registered Nurse licensure in Michigan is granted by the State of Michigan. Requirements for licensure include successful completion of a state-approved nursing educational program and satisfactory performance on the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
Student Nursing Organizations
Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) -Theta Psi Chapter at Large
The Oakland University chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International, Theta Psi, was chartered in April 1986. After many years of chapter success, Oakland University and Rochester University partnered to charter the STTI Theta Psi Chapter at Large in the spring of 2019. Each year, eligible nursing students from both universities are invited to become members of this international nursing honor society. Candidates for membership are selected on the basis of scholastic achievement.
Student Nurses Association of Oakland University (SNAOU)
Nursing students are eligible for and encouraged to become members of the SNAOU. This organization provides undergraduate nursing students the opportunity to interact with other nursing students, engage in professional nursing activities, and network with SON faculty and administrators.
Black Student Nurses Association (BSNA)
The purpose of this organization is to give students an opportunity to promote unity among minorities and other students by providing a support network for pre-nursing and current nursing students. BSNA allows members to increase their professional networking skills and helps educate and inform the community about health issues that affect minorities.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN Degree
Students in the SON must complete 125 credits and satisfy the following:
1. Complete all academic requirements identified in the SON plan of study.
2. Satisfy the general education requirements.
3. Complete at least 32 credits at or above the 3000-level.[CB1]
[CB1]Please add this information to the catalog.
Schedule of Classes
Specific offerings for each semester may be found in the Schedule of Classes.
NRS 0011 - Mathematics of Medication Administration 1
(1)
This remedial course focuses on the use of mathematics associated with safe medication calculation and administration in clinical nursing practice.
NRS 2010 - Pathophysiology
(3)
This course focuses on the altered processes of human physiology. An emphasis is placed on exploring changes of biological process of the body and the effects on homeostasis.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 3520 OR CDS 3300 and CDS 3310
NRS 2011 - Pathophysiology
(3)
This course explores biological and physiological deviations that can occur throughout the lifespan.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 3520
NRS 2012 - Introduction to Professional Nursing
(3)
This course provides an introduction to the theoretical foundations of the nursing profession.
NRS 2014 - Health Assessment
(0 OR 4)
This course prepares students to perform comprehensive health assessments. Laboratory experiences provide students with opportunities to practice assessment skills.
NRS 2020 - Pharmacology
(4)
This course provides an introduction to the principles of pharmacology, including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and medication interactions.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3520 , NRS 2010 , NRS 2012 , NRS 2014
NRS 2021 - Nursing Informatics
(2)
This course introduces students to basic healthcare informatics’ topics, tools, and techniques and provides students with the foundational knowledge needed to use information management and patient care technologies to deliver safe and effective care.
Prerequisite(s): Basic-BSN and Accelerated Second Degree = NRS 2011
BSN Degree Completion sequence:
Pre/Corequisite(s): NRS 3511
NRS 2024 - Fundamentals of Professional Nursing Practice
(0 OR 5)
This course focuses on the application of concepts foundational to professional nursing practice, including therapeutic nursing interventions.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3520 , NRS 2010 , NRS 2012 , NRS 2014
Pre/Corequisite(s): PSY 2250
NRS 2031 - Pediatric Pathophysiology
(1)
This course explores biological and physiological deviations that occur in the pediatric population. It is designed to supplement a NRS 2011 equivalent course that does not include pediatric content.
NRS 2111 - Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice
(2)
This course introduces students to concepts related to professional nursing practice, including professional values and therapeutic communication.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the School of Nursing.
NRS 2123 - Nursing Therapeutics I
(1)
This course involves theory and application in the laboratory setting of basic theoretical principles and therapeutic interventions used in professional nursing practice.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the School of Nursing.
NRS 2131 - Health Assessment
(3)
This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in performing a holistic health assessment/physical examination and use of effective therapeutic communication with individuals across the lifespan.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2133
Pre/Corequisite(s): PSY 2250 , NRS 2111
NRS 2133 - Health Assessment Laboratory
(1)
This course involves application in the laboratory setting of principles related to health assessment.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the School of Nursing.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2131
NRS 2143 - Nursing Therapeutics II
(2)
This course builds on the concepts taught in NRS 2123 and involves theory and application in the laboratory setting of basic theoretical principles and therapeutic interventions used in professional nursing practice.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2111 , NRS 2123 , NRS 2131 , NRS 2133 , NRS 2165 , NRS 2171 , NRS 2181
Corequisite(s): NRS 2231 , NRS 2235
Pre/Corequisite(s): NRS 2021 , NRS 2011
NRS 2165 - Basic Clinical Competencies I
(1)
This course involves application of basic theoretical principles and therapeutic nursing interventions in clinical settings appropriate to preschool aged children to adolescents.
Pre/Corequisite(s): PSY 2250 , NRS 2111 , NRS 2123 , NRS 2131 , NRS 2133 , NRS 2171 , and NRS 2181
NRS 2171 - Health Promotion I
(3)
This course explores wellness and health promotion from a nursing perspective during prenatal through adolescence.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2165
NRS 2181 - Scientific Foundations of Professional Nursing Practice
(2)
The course introduces students to the scientific foundations of professional nursing practice, including use of the nursing process.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2123 , NRS 2131 , NRS 2133 , NRS 2165 , NRS 2171
Pre/Corequisite(s): NRS 2111 and PSY 2250
NRS 2231 - Health Promotion II
(3)
This course explores wellness and health promotion from a nursing perspective for adults and the elderly. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2111 , NRS 2123 , NRS 2131 , NRS 2133 , NRS 2165 , NRS 2171 , NRS 2181
Corequisite(s): NRS 2235
Pre/Corequisite(s): NRS 2021 , NRS 2011
NRS 2235 - Basic Clinical Competencies II
(2)
This course involves application of basic theoretical principles and therapeutic nursing interventions in clinical settings appropriate to adults and the elderly.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2111 , NRS 2123 , NRS 2131 , NRS 2133 , NRS 2165 , NRS 2171 , NRS 2181
Corequisite(s): NRS 2231
Pre/Corequisite(s): NRS 2021 , NRS 2011
NRS 2311 - Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice
(4)
This course introduces students to the scientific basis of nursing and the application of the nursing process. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the School of Nursing.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2313
NRS 2313 - Nursing Practice Concepts
(2)
This course involves theory and application in the laboratory setting of basic theoretical principles and therapeutic interventions used in professional nursing practice. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2311
NRS 2321 - Health Assessment Across the Life Span
(3)
This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in performing a holistic health assessment/physical examination and use of effective therapeutic communication with individuals across the lifespan.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2323
NRS 2323 - Health Assessment Across the Life Span Lab
(1)
This course involves application in the laboratory setting of principles related to health assessment. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the School of Nursing.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2321
NRS 2325 - Basic Clinical Competencies
(2)
This course involves the clinical application of basic nursing theory and nursing interventions to the care of adults and older adults in the acute care setting. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track. Students are required to successfully complete NRS 2313 , NRS 2321 , and NRS 2323 in the first seven weeks of the semester to progress to NRS 2325 in the second seven weeks of the semester.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2411
NRS 2411 - Comprehensive Adult Nursing I
(3)
This course integrates theory, research, and specific nursing interventions for nursing care of adults and older adults and their families. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track. Students are required to successfully complete NRS 2313 , NRS 2321 , and NRS 2323 in the first seven weeks of the semester to progress to NRS 2325 in the second seven weeks of the semester.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2325
NRS 2415 - Comprehensive Adult Nursing I: Clinical
(2)
This course involves the clinical application of theory, research and specific nursing interventions with a focus on adults and older adults, and their families. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track. Students are required to successfully complete NRS 2313 , or NRS 2321 , and NRS 2323 in the first seven weeks of the semester to progress to NRS 2325 and NRS 2415 in the second seven weeks of the semester.
Corequisite(s): NRS 2411
NRS 2900 - Topics in Nursing
(1 TO 2)
Presents special topics or areas of nursing that students may wish to develop. Clinical experiences in a health care facility may be required.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the School of Nursing or permission of instructor.
NRS 2910 - Human Trafficking: Modern Day Slavery
(1 TO 2)
This seven-week online course will provide the nursing student with an overview of human trafficking: what it is, the magnitude of the problem locally, nationally and internationally, and the nurse’s role in the interprofessional fight against human trafficking.
NRS 3012 - Research for Evidence-Based Nursing Practice
(3)
This course prepares the baccalaureate student for evidence-based nursing practice. Satisfies university general education requirement for writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2024
NRS 3015 - Nursing Care of Adults I
(0 OR 5)
This course focuses on the care of adult patients with medical and/or surgical health alterations. Emphasis is placed on care of patients with alterations in selected body systems.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2250 , NRS 2020 , NRS 2024
NRS 3016 - Nursing Care of Individuals with Behavioral and Mental Health Disorders
(0 OR 5)
This course focuses on the care of patients across the lifespan experiencing cognitive, mental and behavioral disorders. Emphasis is placed on management of patients facing emotional and psychological stressors and promoting mental health.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2250 , NRS 2020 , NRS 2024
NRS 3022 - Informatics for Nursing Practice
(2)
This course focuses on information technology, quality care and outcomes, and professional nursing practice.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3015
NRS 3025 - Nursing Care of Adults II
(0 OR 5)
This course focuses on the care of adult patients with medical and/or surgical health alterations. Emphasis is placed on care of patients with alterations in selected body systems.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3015 , NRS 3016
NRS 3026 - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family
(0 OR 5)
This course provides an integrative, family-centered approach to the care of childbearing families through integration of theory, rationale, and evidence-based nursing practice.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3015 , NRS 3016
NRS 3041 - Pharmacology in Nursing
(3)
This course explores pharmacological interventions and their rationale for professional nursing practice.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2011
NRS 3051 - Global Health
(2)
This course provides a basic level perspective of global health issues and policies. Geographical regions and current world events are used to provide students with examples of complex issues such as infections, diseases, nutrition, and environmental health. Life span health issues are analyzed from a global perspective.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2011
NRS 3071 - Research Basis of Nursing Practice
(3)
This course focuses on the research process and evidence-based practice as they relate to professional nursing. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): Basic-BSN, NRS 2181 ; ASD NRS 2311 , NRS 2411 , NRS 2415 BSN degree completion sequence NRS 3511
NRS 3081 - Human Sexuality
(4)
This course will apply knowledge from the natural and social sciences to address issues, concerns, varying perspectives, and phenomena associated with human sexuality. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge application integration area and in U.S. diversity. Prerequisite for knowledge application: completion of the general education requirement in the natural science and technology or social science knowledge exploration areas, not both. Students completing other general education core courses may take this course with permission of the instructor.
NRS 3251 - Nursing Care of Adults
(3)
This course integrates theory, research, and specific nursing interventions for ill adults and older adults, and their families.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2143 , NRS 2021 , NRS 2011 , NRS 2231 , NRS 2235 , BIO 3520
Corequisite(s): NRS 3255
Pre/Corequisite(s): NRS 3041
NRS 3255 - Nursing Care of Adults: Clinical
(2)
This course involves the clinical application of theory, research, and specific nursing interventions with a focus on adults and older adults, and their families.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3520 , NRS 2143 , NRS 2021 , NRS 2011 , NRS 2231 , NRS 2235
Corequisite(s): NRS 3251
Pre/Corequisite(s): NRS 3041
NRS 3261 - Nursing Care of Children
(3)
This course integrates theory, research, and specific nursing interventions with a focus on children and adolescents.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3041 , NRS 3251 , NRS 3255 , NRS 3071
Corequisite(s): NRS 3265
NRS 3265 - Nursing Care of Children: Clinical
(2)
This course involves the clinical application of theory, research, and specific nursing interventions with a focus on children and adolescents.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3041 , NRS 3251 , NRS 3255 and NRS 3071
Corequisite(s): NRS 3261
NRS 3271 - Nursing Care of Childbearing Family
(3)
This course integrates theory, research, and specific nursing interventions with a focus on the childbearing family.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3041 , NRS 3251 , NRS 3255 , and NRS 3071
Corequisite(s): NRS 3275
NRS 3275 - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family: Clinical
(2)
This course involves the clinical application of theory, research, and specific nursing interventions with a focus on the childbearing family.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3041 , NRS 3251 , NRS 3255 and NRS 3071
Corequisite(s): NRS 3271
NRS 3281 - Nursing Leadership and Health Care Issues
(2)
This course presents the principles of nursing leadership and management, health policy, and legal and ethical issues in professional nursing practice.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3041 , NRS 3251 , NRS 3255 , and NRS 3071
NRS 3311 - Comprehensive Adult Nursing II
(3)
This course integrates theory, rationale, and specific nursing interventions for adults and older adults with chronic and complex health conditions. The focus will be on both physiological and psychobiological conditions. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2311 , NRS 2411 , NRS 2415
Corequisite(s): NRS 3315
NRS 3315 - Comprehensive Adult Nursing II Clinical
(2)
This course involves the clinical application of theory, research and specific nursing interventions with a focus on adults and older adults with chronic and complex health conditions. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2311 , NRS 2411 , NRS 2415
Corequisite(s): NRS 3311
NRS 3321 - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family
(3)
This course integrates theory, research, and specific nursing interventions for nursing care of childbearing families. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2311 , NRS 2411 , NRS 2415
Corequisite(s): NRS 3325 , NRS 3331
NRS 3325 - Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family: Clinical
(2)
This course involves the clinical application of theory, research and specific nursing interventions with a focus on the childbearing family. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2311 , NRS 2411 , NRS 2415
Corequisite(s): NRS 3321
NRS 3331 - Nursing Care of Children
(3)
This course integrates theory, research, and specific nursing interventions for nursing care of children and adolescents, and their families. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2311 , NRS 2411 , NRS 2415
Corequisite(s): NRS 3335
NRS 3335 - Nursing Care of Children: Clinical
(2)
This course involves the clinical application of theory, research and specific nursing interventions with a focus on children and adolescents. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2311 , NRS 2411 , NRS 2415
Corequisite(s): NRS 3331
NRS 3511 - Transition to Baccalaureate Nursing Education
(4)
This course focuses on the transition to baccalaureate nursing education for the registered nurse.
Pre/Corequisite(s): NRS 2021
NRS 3531 - Health Promotion in the Community
(4)
This course focuses on the development of nursing interventions for health promotion with diverse client populations across the lifespan. This course is reserved for students admitted to the BSN degree completion sequence.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2021 , NRS 3511
Corequisite(s): NRS 3071
NRS 3541 - Nursing Leadership and Health Care Issues
(3)
This course presents the principles of nursing leadership and management, health policy, and legal and ethical issues in professional nursing practice. This course is reserved for students admitted to the BSN completion sequence.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3531 , NRS 3071
Corequisite(s): NRS 4551
NRS 3900 - Topics in Nursing
(2)
Presents special topics or areas of nursing students may wish to study. Course may be repeated for additional credit when offered as a different topic.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the School of Nursing or permission of instructor.
NRS 4012 - Nursing Leadership
(2)
This course focuses on the knowledge and skills needed to be a nursing leader who functions as a contributing member of the inter-professional healthcare team.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3012 , NRS 3022 , NRS 3025 , NRS 3026
NRS 4015 - Nursing Care of Communities and Populations
(0 OR 5)
This course provides an integrative approach to nursing care of individuals, families, communities, and populations. Concepts include spiritual and cultural influences of care. Social justice is explored. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the general education requirement in the global perspective knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirements in U.S. Diversity.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3025 , NRS 3026 , NRS 3022
NRS 4016 - Nursing Care of the Childrearing Family
(0 OR 5)
This course provides an integrative, family-centered approach to the care of patients across the pediatric lifespan through integration of theory, rationale, and evidence-based nursing practice.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3012 , NRS 3025 , NRS 3026
NRS 4017 - Pediatric Mental Health Nursing
(2 TO 3)
This course expands upon the basic principles of pediatric mental health nursing care with a focus on family centered care, prevention, and the community. Co-morbidities and genetics are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3016 , NRS 4016
NRS 4026 - Nursing Capstone
(0 OR 5)
This course facilitates the transition of the student to the role of professional nurse. Emphasis is placed on synthesis of knowledge. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 4015 , NRS 4016
Pre/Corequisite(s): NRS 4012
NRS 4061 - Community Nursing
(3)
This course focuses on the professional nurse’s role in the community. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD and the Basic-BSN tracks. Prerequisites or corequisites: Basic-BSN: NRS 4111 , NRS 4115 , NRS 4145
Pre/Corequisite(s): ASD: NRS 4345 , NRS 4321 , NRS 4325 , NRS 4331
NRS 4081 - Perioperative Nursing Didactic Content
(1)
This course explores the basic concepts of nursing within the Preoperative, Intraoperative and Postoperative surgical areas. Content areas will be pertinent for students who desire to work in the surgical setting after graduation. Emphasis will be on the circulating role of the registered nurse in the operating room.
NRS 4111 - Nursing Care of Adults with Co-morbidities
(3)
This course integrates theory, rationale, and specific nursing interventions for adults and older adults with chronic and complex health conditions. The focus will be on both physiological and psychobiological conditions.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3265 , NRS 3275 , NRS 3261 , NRS 3271 , NRS 3281
Corequisite(s): NRS 4115 , NRS 4145
NRS 4115 - Nursing Care of Adults with Co-morbidities: Clinical
(2)
This course involves the clinical application of theory, research and specific nursing interventions with a focus on adults and older adults with chronic and complex health conditions.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3265 , NRS 3275 , NRS 3261 , NRS 3271 and NRS 3281
Corequisite(s): NRS 4111
NRS 4121 - Nursing Synthesis
(1)
This course analyzes issues impacting health care delivery and professional nursing practice.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 4061 , NRS 4111 , NRS 4115 , NRS 4145
Corequisite(s): NRS 4125
NRS 4125 - Nursing Synthesis: Clinical
(5)
This course is the capstone clinical experience for the Basic-BSN curriculum. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 4061 , NRS 4111 , NRS 4115 , NRS 4145
Corequisite(s): NRS 4121
NRS 4145 - Nursing Care of Adults with Psychobiological Conditions: Clinical
(2)
This course involves the clinical application of theory, research and specific nursing interventions with a focus on adults and older adults with psychobiological conditions.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3265 , NRS 3275 , NRS 3261 , NRS 3271 , NRS 3281
Corequisite(s): NRS 4111
NRS 4321 - Nursing Leadership and Health Care Issues
(2)
This course presents the principles of nursing leadership and management, health policy, and legal and ethical issues in professional nursing practice. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3311 , NRS 3315 , and NRS 3071
Corequisite(s): NRS 4345 , NRS 4061 , NRS 4325 , and NRS 4331
NRS 4325 - Nursing Synthesis Clinical
(5)
This course is the capstone clinical experience for the nursing curriculum. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3311 , NRS 3315 , and NRS 3071
Corequisite(s): NRS 4345 , NRS 4061 , NRS 4321 , NRS 4331
NRS 4331 - Nursing Synthesis
(1)
This course analyzes issues impacting health care delivery and professional nursing practice. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3311 , NRS 3315 , and NRS 3071
Corequisite(s): NRS 4345 , NRS 4061 , NRS 4321 , and NRS 4325
NRS 4345 - Mental Health Nursing
(4)
This course focuses on developing competencies for practice in mental health nursing. One credit will be the application of mental health nursing concepts utilizing a variety of clinical practice sites and experiences. This course is reserved for students admitted to the ASD track.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3311 , NRS 3315 , NRS 3071
Corequisite(s): NRS 4061 , NRS 4321 , NRS 4325 , NRS 4331
NRS 4551 - Nursing Care of Populations with Health Disparities
(4)
This course focuses on the provision of professional nursing care to patient populations across the lifespan with health disparities. This course is reserved for students admitted to the BSN degree completion sequence. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3531 , NRS 3071
Corequisite(s): NRS 3541
NRS 4561 - Community Nursing
(4)
This course focuses on the professional nurse’s role in the community. This course is reserved for students admitted to the BSN degree completion sequence.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3531, NRS 3511
NRS 4571 - Nursing Synthesis
(4)
This course analyzes issues impacting health care delivery and professional nursing practice. This course is reserved for students admitted to the BSN degree completion sequence.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3541 , NRS 4551
Corequisite(s): NRS 4561
NRS 4585 - Nursing Capstone Experience
(4)
This course must be taken in the final semester of degree coursework. This course is reserved for students admitted to the BSN degree completion sequence. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 2021 , NRS 3511 , NRS 3531 , NRS 3541 , NRS 4561 , NRS 4551 , NRS 3071 , NRS 4571
NRS 4685 - Critical Care/Emergency Department
(4)
The purpose of this 4 credit hour course is to prepare RN-BSN Degree Completion nurses to work in critical care and emergency areas.
Prerequisite(s): NRS 3071
NRS 4687 - Introduction to Emergency and Critical Care Nursing
(1)
The purpose of this 1 credit hour course is to prepare student nurses to work in a critical care and emergency department in hospitals.
Corequisite(s): NRS 4125 or NRS 4325
NRS 4900 - Topics in Nursing
(1 TO 12)
Provides comprehensive theoretical nursing content related to a specialty area, e.g., critical care, maternity, etc. Clinical experience in a healthcare facility may be required.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the School of Nursing.
NRS 4996 - Independent Study
(1 TO 12)
This course engages students in individual research, directed readings, or group study under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the School of Nursing.
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