Nursing

Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

1/2 to 1 Course

Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

1/2 to 1 Course

Prerequisites: BIO 102 (formerly 302)

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

This course focuses on the assessment of health and the promotion of wellness throughout the lifespan through the nursing process, and American Association of Colleges of Nursing?s (AACN?s) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands the concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Students also will explore community health concepts with emphasis on the family, health promotion, and concepts of epidemiology. This course includes three hours of theory/classroom experience and three hours of clinical each week. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Fall Term of sophomore year. Course Fee: $50.

1 Course

Prerequisite: NUR 341

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

This course continues the focus on the assessment of health and promotion of wellness throughout the lifespan through the nursing process, and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing?s (AACN?s) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. The course provides the opportunity for students to apply carative factors as a foundation for nursing care of common healthcare concerns of children and adults. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands the concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Integration of health assessment, pathophysiology, and pharmacology will be emphasized. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of sophomore year. Course Fee: $50.

1.5 Courses

Prerequisite: NUR 348

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

This course is the second of a two-course sequence that focuses on integration and application of public health and leadership theory within the caring model. Social, cultural, economic, and political influences on families, communities, and the healthcare system will be explored. Emphasis is on implementation and evaluation of healthcare services to families, groups, and communities. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands the concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Clinical experiences provide students with opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN's) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice and Standards of Community Health Nursing Practice. Community-based clinical/practicum settings include a variety of health and community agencies, including schools, health departments, hospitals, and neighborhoods. This course includes two hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of senior year.

1 Course

Prerequisite: NUR 342, BIO 222, and CFS 221

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

This course is the first of a two-course sequence, which deepens the student?s understanding of the nursing care of children and adults experiencing alterations in health. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Clinical experiences provide the student with the opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing?s (AACN?s) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Fall Term of junior year. Course Fee: $100.

1.5 Courses

Prerequisites: NUR 342; BIO 207 (or concurrent enrollment); BIO 222 (formerly 322); CFS 221; CHM 113; and PSY 100

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

The focus of this course is on nursing care of children and adults with psychiatric/mental-health needs. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands the concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Clinical experiences provide the student with opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing?s (AACN?s) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes two hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Fall Term of junior year.

1 Course

Prerequisite: NUR 342, CFS 221, BIO 222 (formerly 322), CHM 113, and PSY 100

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

The focus of this course is the role of research in nursing practice. Students will explore sources of knowledge appropriate to the discipline of nursing. Students will focus on the use of research-based knowledge from nursing and the sciences as the basis for practice, as described in the American Association of Colleges of Nursing?s (AACN?s) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. The evolution of knowledge and research practices in nursing will be examined. Critical appraisal and use of nursing research studies will be a major emphasis of the course. A group presentation of a research critique, which focuses on the usefulness of the study to the discipline, is a major requirement of the course. Two hours in class each week. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of junior year.

1/2 Course

Prerequisites: NUR 350

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

This course is the second of a two-course sequence that focuses on the care of children and adults experiencing alterations in health. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Clinical experiences provide the student with the opportunities to care for clients/families in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing?s (AACN?s) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. Five hours of class each week and 120 hours of clinical per term. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of junior year. Course Fee: $55.

2 Courses

Prerequisite: CHM 113

Offered: Typically every Spring Term (first offered Spring 2009)

The focus of this course is the role of pharmacology in nursing practice. The emphasis is on the general principles of drug action that form the basis for understanding the actions of specific drugs. Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate a basic understanding of pharmacology and be able to apply the knowledge of pharmacologic basics to nursing practice. Four hours in class per week. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of the junior year.

1 Course

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Short Terms (next offered Short Term 2010)

This course is designed as a comprehensive study of the health and safety needs of young children (birth through age 8) and the use of multiple assessments of children?s development. Content will include prenatal and postpartum care; immunizations; chronic and acute health-care needs; safety issues and good health practices; legal and ethical considerations; evaluation of assessment instruments; and assessment report composition. Students also will become competent in the use of multiple assessments?such as observations, checklists, interviews, anecdotal records, play-based assessments, and norm-and-criterion-referenced tools as prescribed by state and national organizations and learned societies?and will be prepared to make professional decisions regarding screening, assessment, initial program planning, program modification, and program evaluation for young children. Emphasis will be placed on the culturally sensitive collaboration between the student and the families as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 20 field hours. Course Fee: $15.

1 Course

Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

1/2 to 1 Course

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising. Courses with Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit use the "A" designation; courses without ALE credit use the "B" designation.

1 Course

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising. Courses with Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit use the "A" designation; courses without ALE credit use the "B" designation.

1 Course

Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing

Offered: Typically every term

An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to three course credits in one 14-week term or one course credit in Short Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Department assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. This course may be used to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.

1 to 3 Courses

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by two or more students who have a similar interest in the topic proposed. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising. Courses with Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit use the "A" designation; courses without ALE credit use the "B" designation.

1 Course

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by two or more students who have a similar interest in the topic proposed. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising. Courses with Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit use the "A" designation; courses without ALE credit use the "B" designation.

1 Course

Prerequisite: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor

Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest faculty availability allow

A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.

1 Course

Prerequisites: NUR 342; BIO 207 (or concurrent enrollment); BIO 222 (formerly 322); CFS 221; CHM 113; and PSY 100

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

The focus of this course is on nursing and women and the childbearing family, including women?s health, antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal clients/families. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands the concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Clinical experiences provide the student with opportunities to care for clients/families in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing?s (AACN?s) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. This course includes four hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Fall Term of junior year. Course Fee: $55.

1.5 Courses

Prerequisites: NUR 346

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

This course is the first of a two-course sequence that focuses on integration and application of public-health and leadership theory within the caring paradigm. Social, cultural, economic, and political influences on families, communities, and the healthcare system will be explored. Emphasis is on assessment and health planning with families and populations at risk for health problems. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands the concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Clinical experiences provide the student with opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing?s (AACN?s) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice and the Standards of Community Health Nursing Practice. Community-based clinical/practicum settings include a variety of health and social agencies in nearby Appalachian counties, including schools, community services, health departments, and homes. This course includes two hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Fall Term of senior year.

1 Course

Prerequisite: NUR 348

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

This course is the second of a two-course sequence that focuses on integration and application of public health and leadership theory within the caring model. Social, cultural, economic, and political influences on families, communities, and the healthcare system will be explored. Emphasis is on implementation and evaluation of healthcare services to families, groups, and communities. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands the concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Clinical experiences provide students with opportunities to care for clients in congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing?s (AACN?s) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice and Standards of Community Health Nursing Practice. Community-based clinical/practicum settings include a variety of health and community agencies, including schools, health departments, hospitals, and neighborhoods. This course includes two hours of theory/classroom experience each week and 84 hours of clinical experience per term. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of senior year.

1 Course

Prerequisites: NUR 347 and 348

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

This capstone course focuses on the delivery of nursing care to children and adults with multiple, complex health problems. Caring is the paradigm for this course and expands concepts of critical thinking, nursing, person, environment, and health. Students will synthesize content from previous courses. In congruence with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing?s (AACN?s) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice, students will have the opportunity to expand the following abilities: a) identify patterns, connections, and relationships in health and disease, b) make decisions about nursing care based on a thorough assessment, analysis, and exploration of potential consequences, c) use therapeutic communication, and d) develop skills needed to design, implement, and evaluate therapeutic nursing interventions. Test-taking skills and relaxation techniques also will be addressed. A clinical component will provide opportunity for the student to master areas of recognized need. Four hours of class each week and 160 hours of clinical per term will be included. Appropriate standardized exam(s) may be required. NOTE: Taken Spring Term of senior year. Course Fee: $100.

2 Courses

Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

1/2 to 1 Course

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising. Courses with Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit use the "A" designation; courses without ALE credit use the "B" designation.

1 Course

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising. Courses with Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit use the "A" designation; courses without ALE credit use the "B" designation.

1 Course

Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing

Offered: Typically every term

An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to three course credits in one 14-week term or one course credit in Short Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Department assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. This course may be used to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.

1 to 3 Courses

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by two or more students who have a similar interest in the topic proposed. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising. Courses with Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit use the "A" designation; courses without ALE credit use the "B" designation.

1 Course

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by two or more students who have a similar interest in the topic proposed. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising. Courses with Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit use the "A" designation; courses without ALE credit use the "B" designation.

1 Course

Prerequisite: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor

Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest faculty availability allow

A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.

1 Course