NURS112 - Introduction to Professional Nursing Credit 1
This course will introduce the student to professional nursing care of diverse and vulnerable populations across the globe. Course discussion will include the history, education, practice roles, national and state standards of practice and caring ministry of the Christian professional nurse. Note(s): This course is required for admission into the clinical nursing program. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must not be Freshman Class; and must be Undergraduate Level.
NURS204 - Essentials of Clinical Nursing Pharmacology Credits 2
Use of the nursing process in the administration of medication. Note(s): Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
NURS209 - Nursing of the Patient/Family I - Theory Credits 4
First of three core courses on medical-surgical nursing care of diverse populations. Introduces the student to pathophysiology of disease, the evidence-based knowledge and skill needed for quality nursing patient care, and for nursing as Christian ministry. Note(s): Acceptance into the clinical nursing program required; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: A.
Corequisite(s):NURS212, NURS306, NURS307.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $100.
NURS212 - Nursing of the Patient/Family I - Clinical Credits 3
Clinical application of NURS209 content. Note(s): Must earn at least a "C" for credit; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C.
Corequisite(s):NURS209, NURS306, NURS307.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $195.
NURS216 - Nursing of the Patient/Family II - Theory Credits 3
Second of three core courses on medical-surgical nursing care of diverse populations. Expands student learning of disease pathophysiology and the evidence-based knowledge, applied reasoning and skill needed for quality and Christian nursing care. Note(s): Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): NURS306.
Corequisite(s):NURS218, NURS219, NURS351, NURS353.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $100.
NURS218 - Nursing of the Patient/Family II - Clinical Credits 2.5-3
Clinical application of NURS216 theory, reasoning and skill. Note(s): Must earn at least a C for credit; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C.
Corequisite(s):NURS216, NURS219, NURS351, NURS353.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $75.
NURS219 - Nursing of the Patient/Family II - Nursing Application Lab Credits 0.5-1
Simulation and skills laboratory practice necessary for NURS218 clinical application. Note(s): Must earn at least 80% on lab exams to receive credit; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C.
Corequisite(s):NURS216, NURS218, NURS351, NURS353.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
NURS230 - Clinical Topics in Nursing Credits 1-3
Allows students to explore issues related to nursing prior to attaining upper-division status. Note(s): May be taken multiple times for credit with different content. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Repeat Limit (total number of credits): 9.
Course Fee: $40.
NURS232 - Clinical Experiences in Nursing Credits 1-4
Allows students the opportunity to gain additional clinical nursing experience prior to attaining upper-division status. Note(s): May be taken multiple times for credit with different content; must earn at least a "C" for credit; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Repeat Limit (total number of credits): 12.
Course Fee: $40.
NURS300 - Professional Nursing Seminar Credits 1-3
A transition seminar designed to facilitate socialization into baccalaureate professional nursing. Note(s): Designed for transfer-challenge students; may be taken multiple times for credit. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Repeat Limit (after first attempt): 10.
NURS306 - Nursing Assessment of the Patient - Theory Credits 2
Introduction to nursing assessment and documentation of common signs and symptoms of wellness and illness. Note(s): Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: A.
Corequisite(s):NURS209, NURS212, NURS307.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
NURS307 - Nursing Assessment of the Patient - Clinical Credit 1
Clinical practice of nursing assessment and reporting. Note(s): Must earn at least a "C" for credit; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C.
Corequisite(s):NURS209, NURS212, NURS306.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $75.
NURS320 - Directed Individual Studies Credits 1-3
Permits students to pursue special interests related to the profession of nursing. Note(s): May be taken multiple times for credit with different content. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be a Major in Nursing (NURS); and Undergraduate Level.
Repeat Limit (total number of credits): 6.
NURS321 - Clinical Enrichment Credits 1-4
Opportunity for additional application of the nursing process in selected health care settings. Note(s): May be taken multiple times with different content; must earn at least a "C" for credit. Grade Mode: C.
Restriction(s): Must be a Major in Nursing (NURS); and Undergraduate Level.
Repeat Limit (after first attempt): 10.
Course Fee: $40.
NURS341 - Nursing of the Mental Health Patient/Family - Theory Credits 2
Theoretical and evidence-based concepts related to quality mental health nursing care of patients and their families. Note(s): Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): NURS204.
Corequisite(s):NURS345.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
NURS345 - Nursing of the Mental Health Patient/Family - Clinical Credits 0,1.5
Clinical application of NURS341 knowledge and skill. Note(s): Must earn at least a "C" for credit; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C, N.
Corequisite(s):NURS341.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Repeat Limit (after first attempt): 1.
Course Fee: $75.
NURS347 - Introduction to Women's Health - Theory Credits 2
Introduction to quality nursing care of women across the reproductive years. Emphasis is on the mother and family in the childbirth years. Note(s): Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): NURS204.
Corequisite(s):NURS349.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
NURS349 - Introduction to Women's Health - Clinical Credits 0,1.5
Clinical application of NURS347 theory, reasoning and skill. Note(s): Must earn at least a "C" for credit. Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C, N.
Corequisite(s):NURS347.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $75.
NURS351 - Nursing of the Older Adult Patient/Family - Theory Credits 2
Theoretical and evidence-based concepts related to the quality nursing care of the older adult patient and their families. Note(s): Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): NURS209.
Corequisite(s):NURS216, NURS218, NURS219, NURS353.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
NURS353 - Nursing of the Older Adult Patient/Family - Clinical Credit 1
Clinical application of NURS351 theory, reasoning and skill in the quality nursing care of older adults and their families. Note(s): Must earn at least a "C" for credit; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C.
Corequisite(s):NURS216, NURS218, NURS219, NURS351.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $75.
NURS355 - Pediatric Nursing - Theory Credits 0,2
Introduction to quality nursing care of children, adolescents and the family. Note(s): Course may be challenged for credits listed. Grade Mode: A, N.
Prerequisite(s): NURS204.
Corequisite(s):NURS357.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
NURS357 - Pediatric Nursing - Clinical Credit 1.5
Clinical application of NURS355 theory, reasoning and skill. Note(s): Must earn at least a "C" for credit; course may be challenged for credits listed. Grade Mode: C.
Corequisite(s):NURS355.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $75.
NURS358 - Nursing of the Patient/Family III - Theory Credits 2
Third of three core courses on medical-surgical nursing care of diverse populations. Continues enhancement of student learning of patients with increased complexity of diagnosis and quality nursing care need. Note(s): Course may be challenged for credits listed. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): NURS204.
Corequisite(s):NURS359.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $100.
NURS359 - Nursing of the Patient/Family III - Clinical Credits 2
Clinical application of complex medical-surgical nursing knowledge, reasoning and skill in providing complex patient care. Note(s): Must earn at least a "C" for credit; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C.
Corequisite(s):NURS358.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $75.
NURS367 - Critical Care Nursing - Theory Credits 0,2
Complex medical-surgical nursing care of patients in critical care environments. Note(s): Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: A, N.
Prerequisite(s): NURS358.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $100.
NURS380 - Healthcare Leadership & Organizational Dynamics Credits 3
A survey of healthcare issues/trends which influence the healthcare environment practice, and leadership, management, motivational, and change theories employed by healthcare leaders. This course asks students to apply business principles, including systems thinking, to the healthcare environment. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Junior Class or Senior Class; and Undergraduate Level.
NURS390 - Patient Safety, Quality & Evidence-Based Practice Credits 2
Addresses the healthcare leader’s role in improving healthcare safety, quality and outcomes, including clinical and organizational improvement. This course includes an in-depth discussion of evidence-based practice and its application to clinical topics, including synthesizing evidence, making recommendations, implementing change, and measuring outcomes. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): MATH210 or MATH318.
Restriction(s): Must be Junior Class or Senior Class; and Undergraduate Level.
NURS400 - Healthcare Leadership Internship Credits 3
Provides practical experience in local health services organizations where students develop and demonstrate competence in essential aspects of healthcare leadership and management. Students will be exposed to a variety of operational opportunities that will prepare them to work in the field of Healthcare Management. 120 hours of internship and 15 hours of class meetings/discussions. Note(s): Students must complete 120 hours of internship within the term that they are enrolled; an online application (preference request) must be submitted prior to semester start. Grade Mode: C.
Prerequisite(s): Approved proposal of internship placement; COMM387, NURS380, NURS390.
Restriction(s): Must be Junior Class or Senior Class; and Undergraduate Level.
NURS401 - Introduction to Health Information Management & Informatics Credits 2
This course explores information system technologies, hardware, applications, and the management and use of big data and artificial intelligence in healthcare. Technical, ethical, legal, and cultural implications are discussed. Students will review project management skills that facilitate effective planning and implementation of planned change. Grade Mode: A.
Restriction(s): Must be Junior Class or Senior Class; and Undergraduate Level.
NURS402 - Healthcare Law, Economics & Finance Credits 3
This course addresses the business side of healthcare, including healthcare insurance regulations and laws designed to increase the quality, increase access, and lower the cost of healthcare. Explores the economic influences and underpinnings of the US healthcare delivery system as compared to other healthcare delivery systems. Provides an overview of legal issues specific to healthcare. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): MATH210 or MATH318.
Restriction(s): Must be Junior Class or Senior Class; and Undergraduate Level.
NURS441 - Introduction to Nursing Research Credits 3
Introduction to professional nursing's utilization of the research process. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): MATH210 or MATH318.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
NURS442 - Applied Nursing Research Credit 1
Application of NURS441 theory in an established research study. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): NURS441.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $30.
NURS450 - Leadership/Management in Nursing - Theory Credits 2
Analysis of leadership theories and health care issues/trends which influence professional nursing practice. Note(s): Course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): NURS341, NURS347, NURS351, NURS355.
Corequisite(s):NURS451, NURS452.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $100.
NURS451 - Leadership/Management in Nursing: Transition to Practice - Clinical Credits 0,3
Clinical application of NURS450 theory, reasoning and skill in the care of medical-surgical patients. Note(s): Must earn at least a "C" for credit; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C, N.
Corequisite(s):NURS450, NURS452.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $75.
NURS452 - Leadership/Management in Nursing: Elective Setting - Clinical Credits 0,2
Clinical application of NURS450 theory, clinical site/preceptor availability. Note(s): Must earn at least a "C" for credit; course may be challenged for the credits listed. Grade Mode: C, N.
Corequisite(s):NURS450, NURS451.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Repeat Limit (after first attempt): 1.
Course Fee: $75.
NURS461 - Community and Public Health Nursing - Theory Credits 3-4
Integration of nursing knowledge, reasoning and skill in community-based promotion of population well-being. Grade Mode: A.
Prerequisite(s): NURS341, NURS347, NURS351, NURS355, NURS358.
Corequisite(s):NURS463, NURS465.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $100.
NURS463 - Community and Public Health Nursing - Clinical Credits 0,3
Clinical application of NURS461 theory, reasoning and skill in various community settings. Note(s): Must earn at least a C for credit. Grade Mode: C, N.
Corequisite(s):NURS461, NURS465.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
Course Fee: $75.
NURS465 - Practice Readiness Seminar and Application Lab Credit 1
This course will provide students the tools they need to be successful in studying and preparing for NCLEX, and the skills they need to begin their career as an RN. Grade Mode: C.
Corequisite(s):NURS461, NURS463.
Restriction(s): Must be Undergraduate Level.
