Program Information:

Program Description:
Introduction to anatomy and physiology has three unifying themes: the relationship between physiology and anatomy, the interrelationship among organs and systems and the relationship of each organ system and homeostasis. This course is organized sequentially to facilitate understanding and provide a foundation for nursing theory. 

Pre-Requisites: None 
Co-requisites: None 

End-of Program Student Learning Outcomes 

1. The student will acquire a basic knowledge of the structure of the human body and its physiologic functions. (PO 1, 3) 
2. The student will use this knowledge to understand health care needs. (PO 1) 
3. The student will develop a scientific background as a foundation for learning the principles of nursing procedures. (PO 2, 3) 
4. The student will apply this scientific knowledge in the planning and implementation of nursing care. (PO 1, 2, 3) 
5. The student will understand the meaning of medical terminology related to body systems and nursing care. (PO 3, 4).

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Program Description:
Program content is centered around the introduction of the nursing process in support of critical thinking and nursing judgment for the provision of evidence-based, patient-centered care. The foundation of nursing practice encompasses the care of culturally diverse patients experiencing health deficits across the lifespan. This course includes an inquiry into ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements, the standards of professional nursing practice, chronic illness, disability, and end-of-life needs. Principles, concepts, and theories from the natural and social sciences in relation to safe nursing care are applied to patients and families. Students will demonstrate critical thinking and nursing judgment for the provision of evidence-based patient and family-centered care in the health care setting. 

Prerequisites: SCIE 0910 Anatomy & Physiology 
Co-requisites: None 

End-of Program Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate safe, quality, patient- and family-centered care for individuals with basic physiological needs (PO 1,2,3,5,6,7,8). 
2. Describe risk reduction and health promotion strategies (PO 4,5). 
3. Replicate fundamental psychomotor nursing skills (PO 1,2,3,5). 
4. Describe principles of the nursing profession, including ethical and legal principles (PO3,8). 
5. Explain the requirement for nurses as members of the nursing team to use mutually respectful, clear communication to develop a patient- and family-centered plan of care.  healthcare settings (PO 1, 2, 5, 7). 

Program Description:
This course focuses on an introduction to the nursing care of the pediatric, adult and geriatric patient with medical and/or surgical health alterations. Emphasis is placed on care of the patient with alterations in the following categories and concepts: acid-base balance, fluid and electrolyte imbalances, cardiac, respiratory, integumentary system, pain management, neurology, immunity, and oncology. Concepts of health promotion interprofessional collaboration, therapeutic communication and evidence-based practice are incorporated throughout the course. This course provides the opportunity for application of the theory. Emphasis will be placed on care for the medical and surgical patient with stable or chronic health care needs. 

Pre-Requisites: SCIE 0910 Anatomy & Physiology, NURS 2200 Fundamentals Nursing 
Co-requisites: None 

End-of Program Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Implement safe, quality patient and family-centered care for pediatric, adult and geriatric patients with stable or chronic health care needs taking into consideration cultural, ethnic, and socially diverse concepts (PO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5). 
2. Practice risk reduction and health promotion strategies according to current standards of practice for patients with stable or chronic health care needs (PO 1,3, 4, 5). 
3. Implement psychomotor nursing skills and safe medication administration (PO 5, 6). 
4. Explain the responsibilities of the nursing profession, including ethical and legal principles and interprofessional collaboration while caring for patients with stable or chronic health care needs (PO 2, 3, 7, 8). 
5. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team using mutual respect and clear communication to develop a patient and family-centered plan of care (PO 2, 7,8). 

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Program Description:
This course discusses evidence-based care for pediatric, adult and geriatric patients with psychiatric/mental health issues, including psychosocial concepts, as well as cultural, ethical, and legal influences, and the development of the professional nursing role in psychiatric/mental health nursing. 

Pre-Requisites: SCIE 0910 Anatomy & Physiology, NURS 2200 Fundamentals Nursing, NURS 2220 Medical Surgical Nursing 
Co-requisites: None 

End-of Program Student Learning Outcomes 

1. Analyze selected nursing and psychosocial theories used to determine current standards of nursing practice in psychiatric/mental health settings. (PO 1,3,4,5,7,8) 
2. Examine the legal, economic, sociocultural, and/or ethical issues impacting the psychiatric/mental health care delivery system. (PO 3,4,7,8) 
3. Discuss clinical standards and the rationales behind the applicable standard(s) as they relate to current psychiatric/mental health nursing standards and trends. (PO 1, 3, 4) 
4. Utilize principles of evidence-based practice in psychiatric mental health nursing (PO 1,2,3,5,6,7). 
5. Identify barriers to nursing care of patients with psychiatric illness in different healthcare settings. (PO 2,3,4,5). 

Program Description:
This course is designed to stimulate the student’s critical thinking and analytic skills related to the community’s health and the public’s health concerns in the country. Students will explore the impact of social determinants of health on individuals, communities, and national and global populations, as well as the public and community health interventions to improve health. The course will identify how the various roles of the school nurse, home health nurse, and other public health nurse roles positively impact the health of the child, family, community, and overall population through ongoing education of the population and its stakeholders. 

Pre-Requisites: SCIE 0910 Anatomy & Physiology, NURS 2200 Fundamentals Nursing, NURS 2220 Medical Surgical Nursing, NURS 2250 Mental Health Nursing, NURS 2230 Maternal Child Nursing 
Co-requisites: None 

End-of Program Student Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify health risk factors unique to various communities based on investigation of health trends (PO 3, 4). 
2. Examine primary, secondary, and tertiary interventions to public health concerns (PO 3). 
3. Evaluate the impact of social determinants of care upon nursing interventions in the community (PO 3,4). 
4. Analyze data to improve access to health care for high-risk and underserved communities (PO 3,4). 
5. Present health education campaigns and disease prevention activities developed for specific populations (3,4, 6,7). 
6. Examine various roles of community and public health nurses in outpatient clinics, schools, government agencies, voluntary agencies, community agencies, home health, and hospice care across the lifespan (1,2,3, 7, 8). 

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Program Description:
This course provides foundational tools for the assessment and care of diverse pregnant woman and neonate, with an emphasis on evidence-based care, culturally inclusive and family-centered nursing. The nursing process will provide the framework for the assessment of healthy pregnancies and deliveries, as well as common complications that may occur during pregnancy, delivery, and the neonatal period. This course provides clinical, skills lab and simulation opportunities to acquire and practice skills related to maternal and neonatal nursing practice. 

Pre-Requisites: SCIE 0910 Anatomy & Physiology, NURS 2200 Fundamentals Nursing, NURS 2220 Medical Surgical Nursing, NURS 2250 Mental Health Nursing 
Co-requisites: None 

End-of Program Student Learning Outcomes 

1. Use relevant evidence-based practice for decision-making in relation to childbearing families and the newborn (PO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5). 
2. Identify the practical nurse’s role as a client advocate in administering routine and high-risk medications (PO 3,4,5,6). 
3. Integrate normal physiological and behavioral adaptations to common complications into nursing care provided to neonates (PO 1, 2, 3, 5). 
4. Evaluate the client’s response to medication to create a plan for improved client outcomes (PO 1,4, 5). 
5.  Describe the regulatory guidelines for administering controlled substances, blood products, and parenteral therapies (PO 3, 4, 5, 6). 

Program Information:

Program Description:
This course focuses on the student’s development as an evidence-based practical nurse. Reflections on educational development will be cataloged as evidence of academic advancement throughout the program. Students will demonstrate evidence-based assignments and future alterations to their nursing practice by presenting a portfolio of previous assignments. This course will also focus on seeking, securing, and preparing to begin a post-graduation position while concurrently preparing for licensure testing. Repeated review of critical thinking and clinical judgment exercises essential for successfully completing the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses will allow students to synthesize knowledge necessary for the role of the practical nurse. Students are given further opportunities to develop nursing judgment and utilize principles of management and delegation with a focus on safe, quality care while simultaneously preparing students for membership in the nursing profession. This course will focus on the identity of the practical nurse, decision making, accountability for care delivery in a variety of settings, and leadership and management concepts. Topics include leadership styles, decision making, planned change, defining types and sources of conflict, conflict resolution strategies, and communication. 

Pre-Requisites: SCIE 0910 Anatomy & Physiology, NURS 2200 Fundamentals Nursing, NURS 2220 Medical Surgical Nursing, NURS 2250 Mental Health Nursing, NURS 2230 Maternal Child Nursing, NURS 2210 Community Health Nursing 
Co-requisites: None 

End-of Program Student Learning Outcomes 

1. Prepare a professional portfolio that includes a cover letter and resume to obtain one’s first position as a practical nurse and modified for subsequent nursing positions as needed (PO 7). 
2. Explain the steps required for a new nursing school graduate to obtain employment as a practical nurse (PO 7,8). 
3. Establish an executable plan to prepare for the NCLEX-PN licensure examination, including remediation of nursing concepts and content according to the NCLEX-PN blueprint categories (PO 3, 7,8). 
4. Apply knowledge of the clinical judgment model (PO 1, 3,5). 
5. Incorporate effective conflict resolution techniques, including active listening, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, to facilitate positive working relationships within the inter-and intra-professional healthcare team to enhance client outcomes (PO 1, 2, 3, 7, 8).