This course focuses on a broad-based understanding and clinical application of mental health concepts. Students will explore the concepts of compassionate, holistic care that affect the person with altered mental health in structured and non-structured settings. Students analyze the nursing process as it relates to the impact mental health and mental illness has on individuals, families, communities, and the health care system. This course will focus on acute and chronic mental illness while exploring the issues of equity, social justice, and social determinants of health as they apply to access of services and care for the underserved. Prerequisites: 326, 328, 336, 337, 360.

Designed to examine womens health issues from a feminist perspective, this course explores the relationship of women to the health care system, discusses the historical role of women as providers and consumers of health care, and uses a holistic model to examine womens issues and concerns across the lifespan. The third credit is earned through an independent action project. (Equivalent to WMST 351.)

Distinguish professional nursing practice to expand clinical judgement based on evidence from nursing history stemming from Florence Nightingales holistic practice, nursing theory, and other disciplines to further nursing perspective of accountability and collaboration that reflects nursings professional identity, characteristics, and values. The nurses role in advocating for health policy that impacts patient care and the profession is explored to include the exploration of professional organizations to support patient and professional practice. Integral to nurses practice is the emphasis on life-long learning and responsibility to oneself, considering self-care practices. Prerequisite: 340 and RN License.

In this course, students build skills as curious scholars, ethical leaders, and active citizens by critically evaluating health-related research and applying evidence to guide holistic nursing care. Through collaborative inquiry and analysis, students explore ethical research practices, assess quality improvement strategies, and examine team dynamics and change theories to improve care at both individual and community levels. Prerequisites: 231, 232, 242, 349, MATH-130 or 230, WCII course.

This course equips students to deliver holistic, evidence-based mental health care across diverse settings, focusing on individuals with acute and chronic mental health conditions. Students will apply the nursing process, clinical judgment, and therapeutic communication to assess and address the impact of mental illness on individuals, families, and communities. Through experiential learning, students will explore issues of equity, social justice, and social determinants of health, advocating for accessible, person-centered care for underserved populations.

This course focuses on scientific research as it applies to disciplines in healthcare. Students will learn about the statistical techniques associated with collecting and analyzing data, to make informed decisions based on current evidence. Students will learn to interpret tables and charts, descriptive statistics, basic and discrete probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. Students will also learn statistical techniques and the most appropriate statistical methods used in research. QQL Bachelor Completion.

This didactic and clinical course introduces students to holistic, relationship-based care for healthy and high-risk families during the childbearing years. Students will apply the nursing process and clinical judgment to assess and manage maternal and neonatal health outcomes, incorporating evidence-based practice and person-centered care. Emphasis is placed on providing equitable, inclusive care to diverse populations and understanding the influence of social determinants of health. Prerequisites: 231, 232, 242, 349, PSYC 220, WCII course.

TThis didactic and clinical course introduces students to holistic, relationship-based nursing care for children from birth through adolescence and their families. Students will apply the nursing process and clinical judgment to assess, manage, and evaluate health promotion and health alterations in pediatric populations. Emphasis is placed on providing equitable, inclusive care that reflects diverse family experiences and integrates social determinants of health. Prerequisites: 231, 232, 242, 349, PSYC 220, WCII course.

This didactic course prepares students to analyze system disorders and differentiate between states of health and illness across diverse populations. Students will apply clinical judgment and evidence-based nursing interventions to promote quality outcomes and compassionate, person-centered care. Emphasis is placed on interpreting social determinants of health to address inequities and support holistic practice. Prerequisites: 201, 222, 231, 232, 242, 342, 349, BIOL 296, WCII course. Must take concurrent with NURS 337.

This clinical course advances students nursing competencies through hands-on experiences in diverse healthcare settings, emphasizing holistic, person-centered care. Students will apply clinical judgment to interpret health data, correlate conditions with individual preferences and plan evidence-based interventions that support equitable outcomes. Through the nursing process, students will explore social determinants of health, advocate for inclusive care, and examine healthcare policy and diversity. Prerequisites: 201, 222, 231, 232, 242, 349, BIOL 296, WCII course. Must take concurrent with NURS 336, 337L.