NUR-580: Advanced Pathophysiology; 3 Credits
This
course is designed to present an orientation to disease as disordered
physiology.It is intended to enable advanced practice nurses to
understand how and why thesymptoms and signs of various conditions
appear. In approaching disease asdisordered physiology, this course
analyzes the mechanism(s) of production of thesymptoms and signs of
different disease syndromes. In doing so, it recognizes thestudent’s
and practitioner’s need to understand the mechanism(s) underlying
thedisease and it clinical manifestations so that rational therapies
can be devised. Thus,appropriate screening and diagnostic laboratory
evaluative methods will also beincluded.
NUR-610: Theories of Nursing and Leadership; 3 Credits
This
course examines theory as the basis for advanced role specialization.
Nursing andleadership theories and their interrelationship are examined
with emphasis onevaluation and utilization. Selected concepts,
including change, critical thinking,empowerment, and motivation will be
applied to advanced nursing roles.
NUR-622: Professional Role Development; 2 Credits
Professional
role development in nursing as influenced by cultural, economic,
political,and social forces is analyzed. Issues that develop in the
changing health careenvironment are examined in relation to ethical and
legal parameters of advanced rolespecialty practice.
NUR-634: Health Systems Policy and Organization; 3 Credits
Multidisciplinary
systems are analyzed in relation to policy and organizational
structure,function, and governance. The concepts of organizational
culture and change, casemanagement system development, integrated
health care systems, and labor/resourcemodels are examined as they
affect the advanced role specialization in education andadministration.
NUR-646: Health, Politics and the World; 3 Credits
Nursing
leadership roles at the local, national, and global health level are
examined within a health promotion/disease prevention/health protection
perspective. Examines nursing leadership responsibilities in shaping
health policy, developing programs and services, and assuring social
justice within communities.
NUR-660: Research for Advanced Role Specialization; 3 Credits
The
primary focus of this course is the development of knowledge and skills
to disseminate and apply research and other scholarly activity.
Specific emphases are: research methods, critique of projects and
studies for scientific merit, interpretation and dissemination of
findings, and application of research to an advanced specialization
role. Prerequisite: Research course (undergraduate nursing), Statistics
course (undergraduate)
NUR-675: Graduate Seminar; 1 Credit
The
Graduate Seminar familiarizes the student with the College’s
expectations forgraduate students and the concept and process of
scholarship. Through a combinationof assigned readings, guest speakers,
and discussion, students will have an opportunityto identify, examine,
and explore the theoretical and applied realities of advanced
rolespecialization.
NUR-710: Administrative Leadership; 2 Credits
Students
examine management issues in the context of administrative leadership.
Theimpact of legal and regulatory issues on organizational and practice
policies areemphasized. The role of the nurse leader in strategic and
contingency planning as wellas crisis management within health care
systems is the foundation of this course.(Prerequisite: Nine credits
from MSN core courses including NUR 610 and NUR 660.)
NUR-712: Organizational Development; 3 Credits
The
role of organizational structure, mission and vision as the framework
for strategicplanning, quality initiatives, and standards of care is
explored. The opportunity tosynthesize concepts related to
organizational models, standards of practice, informationmanagement,
program evaluation, and market development is provided. Thedevelopment,
implementation and evaluation of program and marketing plans
areemphasized. Quality indicator development, data collection, and
public reporting areaddressed in concert with accreditation and
credentialing aspects of organizationalmanagement. (Prerequisite: Nine
credits from MSN core courses including NUR 610and NUR 660.)
NUR-714: Resource Management; 3 Credits
The
focus of this course is on resource management in the support of
organizationalgoals. Issues of economy and efficiency are discussed in
relationship to organizationsystems including information exchange,
fiscal accountability, and human resourcedevelopment. Principles of
management and current business trends are discussed inthe context of
health care delivery and outcomes. (Prerequisite: Nine credits from
MSNcore courses including NUR 610 and NUR 660.)
NUR-716: Administrator Practicum I; 3 Credits
The
focus of this course is the application of nursing, leadership, and
managementtheory in health care and other practice settings in which
nurses with advanced role specialization are functioning in an
administrative role. The student will participate in developing and
implementing programs, processes, and services appropriate to their
selected setting. Development of a Leadership Portfolio will be
initiated in this Practicum. A seminar component will allow the student
to reflect and synthesize practicum experiences. (Prerequisite: Two
specialty courses.)
NUR-718: Administrator Practicum II; 3 Credits
The
focus of this course is the application of nursing, leadership, and
managementtheory in health care and other practice settings in which
nurses with advanced role specialization are functioning in an
administrative role. The student will participate in evaluating
programs, processes and services appropriate to their selected setting.
The Leadership Portfolio initiated in Practicum I will be enhanced and
finalized in this Practicum. A seminar component will challenge the
student to reflect and synthesize practicum experiences. (Prerequisite:
NUR 716)
NUR-720: Theories of Education; 2 Credits
The
purpose of this course is to related educational theories to the
teaching and learning process. Major learning theories, including
behavioral, cognitive, and developmental are examined for their
applicability to teaching. The student is able to explore the
influence of these theories on their own teaching. (Prerequisite: Nine
credits from MSN core courses including NUR 610 and NUR 660.)
NUR-722: Curriculum and Instruction; 3 Credits
This
course focuses on the principles and processes of curriculum, course
developmentand instructional methodologies. Emphasis is placed on
cultural competence andlearner-centered environments as students
develop and implement curriculum andinstruction to diverse learners.
(Prerequisite: Nine credits from MSN core coursesincluding NUR 610 and
NUR 660.)
NUR-724: Assessment and Evaluation; 3 Credits
The
role of the educator in the documentation of learning outcomes is the
core of thiscourse. The assessment and evaluation of student learning
and of programeffectiveness will be discussed in relationship to
established outcomes. Learningexperiences will include test item
development, competency assessment, as well as innovative strategies to
evaluate the overall curriculum or educational program.(Prerequisite:
Nine credits from MSN core courses including NUR 610 and NUR 660.)
NUR-726: Educator Practicum I; 3 Credits
The
focus of this course is the application of nursing, leadership and
educational theoryin educational settings with individuals and groups
of learners. The student willparticipate in developing and delivering
curriculum and the evaluation of teachingstrategies. Development of a
teaching portfolio will be initiated. A seminar componentwill allow the
student to reflect and synthesize practicum experiences.
(Prerequisite:Two specialty courses.)
NUR-728: Educator Practicum II; 3 Credits
The
focus of this course is the application of nursing, leadership and
educational theoryin educational settings that focus on individuals and
groups of learners. The student willparticipate in curriculum delivery
and evaluation strategies. The teaching portfolioinitiated in Practicum
I will be enhanced to demonstrate the scholarship of teaching. Aseminar
component will challenge the student to reflect and synthesize
practicumexperiences. (Prerequisite: NUR 726.)
Leadership Integration Project; 1-3 Credits
The
Leadership Integration Project (LIP) is the final evidence for meeting
the graduateprogram outcomes. An integration of knowledge and
experience from coursework andpractica are applied to this Project as a
demonstration of the advanced nursing role andnursing scholarship.
Students will work with their individual LIP (Learning Integration
Project) advisor throughout the entire process. The three credits may
be taken individually, or in combination, as long as the student meets
the required outcome for each credit assigned. Each credit will
be graded Pass/Fail. A grade of “Pass” must be earned in order to
progress with the project. (Prerequisite: NUR 660 Research for Advanced
Role Specialization)
Project Outcomes:
NUR 797 First (1) Credit:
The
evidence for successful completion of the first credit is written
documentationof all planning elements of the Project. This is to
include, but not be limited to theproblem statement; hypothesis,
question or specific aim; theoretical framework orperspective; needs
assessment or review of the literature, proposed methods,and
appropriate completion of required project review processes
(institutionalreview).
NUR 798 Second (1) Credit:
The
evidence for successful completion of the second credit is completion
of theimplementation phase of the Project. This evidence may be a
written chapter onproject analysis and results or evaluation; a
product/service or program that isready to be marketed or shared; or
other evidence that the project has met all therequirements of a
scholarly project. (Prerequisite: NUR 797)
NUR 799 Third (1) Credit:
The
evidence for successful completion of the third credit is dissemination
of theProject findings. All students will be required to do a scholarly
presentation oftheir Project. This includes, but is not limited to, a
poster presentation,development of an article for publication, or
development of a professionalpresentation. For students doing a thesis
as a Project, an oral defense with theirAdvisor, the Director of the
Graduate Program and one other graduate faculty personwill also be
required. (Prerequisite: NUR 797 and NUR 798)
