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Nursing Courses | School Nurse Certification Courses

Nursing Courses

NUR 309 - Health Promotion I, 5 credits

Focusing on the role of the professional nurse in promoting the optimal health for the individual, theory and psychomotor skills essential to the practice of nursing are emphasized.

NUR 311 - Health Assessment, 3 credits

This course provides the student with the techniques for carrying out a biopsychosocial, spiritual and cultural assessment of the individual. Developmental variations and cultural differences are addressed throughout the course.

NUR 313 - Mental Health Promotion, 4 credits

This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in promotion of optimal mental health. Theories of human behavior, biochemistry and the nursing process are used in caring for individuals experiencing alteration in mental health.

NUR 314 - Pharmacology, 3 credits

This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in assessing/planning, implementing and evaluating the effects of pharmacologic agents used as therapeutic intervention for the client.

NUR 320 - Family Health Promotion I, 4 credits

This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in promoting optimal health of the family from pregnancy through infancy and adolescence. Family theory, theories of growth and development and the nursing process are used in providing family-centered care. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in NUR 309, 311 and 314.

NUR 321 - Health Promotion II, 4 credits

This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in promoting optimal health for the aging adult. Risk factors for illness and injury are identified and strategies for health promotion are explored in the areas of management of problems with mobility, management of altered genitourinary functioning, management of altered sensory perception, management of metabolic dysfunction, and management of altered
breathing problems. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in NUR 309, 311 and 314.

NUR 322 - Research I, 2 credits

This course focuses on understanding the research process and the role of the professional nurse in designing and conducting research. Quantitative and qualitative design are studied with emphasis on the use of research to improve nursing care. Co-requisite or pre-requisite: NUR 309 and RN students (NUR 323 or 324).

NUR 323 - Concepts in Professional Nursing, 2 credits

This course focuses on the current issues and trends in health care and provides an overview of conceptual models in nursing.

NUR 324 - Professional Nursing Seminar, 3 credits

The student is introduced to the conceptual basis of professional nursing. The philosophy, purpose, objectives and organizing framework of the Cedar Crest nursing program are examined in relation to the theories and conceptual models of the discipline. Nursing process, legal and ethical issues, client systems, cultural diversity, research,
communication and the nurse as an advocate are explored. This course is reserved for and required of all registered nurses. Prerequisite: RN students.

NUR 330 - Family Health Promotion II, 4 credits

This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in promoting optimal health of the family experiencing alterations in health, including perinatal complications and care of the child with acute, chronic and disabling conditions. The course emphasizes the integration of family theory and nursing theory in caring for the family’s varied physical and psychosocial needs. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in all junior- level nursing courses.

NUR 331 - Health Promotion III, 5 credits

This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in promoting optimal health for the young and middle-aged adult. Risk factors for illness and injury will be identified and strategies for health promotion are explored in the areas of perioperative care, management of fluid/electrolyte imbalance, altered tissue perfusion, gastrointestinal dysfunction and neurological impairment. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in all junior- level nursing courses.

NUR 332 - Research II (Capstone Experience), 3 credits

This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in the research process. Students synthesize knowledge from prior college course work and life experiences in order to demonstrate an understanding and incorporation of nursing research as an integral aspect of nursing practice. The practicum offers an area to apply information from the seminars in a real-world setting. Prerequisite: Successful completion of
NUR 320, NUR 321, NUR 322 or an RN student who successfully completed
NUR 322
.

NUR 333 - Health Promotion of the Community, 4 credits

This course focuses on the professional role of the professional nurse in promoting optimal heath of individuals, families and groups in home and community settings. The class emphasizes epidemiological theories as they relate to the health of the community. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in all junior- level nursing courses. RN students - NUR 324.

NUR 334 - Leadership in Nursing, 4 credits

Focusing on the leadership and management roles of the professional nurse, this course emphasizes the management process in the delivery of health care. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in all junior- level nursing courses. RN students - NUR 324.

NUR 341 - Complex Health Problems, 4 credits

This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in promoting optimal health for individuals across the life-span who are experiencing complex health problems. Risk factors for illness and injury are identified and strategies for health promotion are explored in the area of neonatal- and pediatric-care nursing, emergency nursing and intensive/coronary-care nursing. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in all nursing courses, completion of NUR 330, NUR 331, NUR 332; Co-requisite or pre-requisite NUR 333 and NUR 334.

NUR 342 - Independent Practicum, 4 credits

The focus of this course is to allow the student to gain increased clinical experience in an area of choice. Experience is dependent upon nursing faculty approval, availability of clinical sites and preceptors. Prerequisite: Completion of all junior level Nursing
Courses, NUR 330, NUR 331, NUR 332; Co-requisite or pre-requisite NUR 333, NUR 334 and NUR 341.

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School Nurse Certification Courses

SNC 380 - Methodology in School Health Services, 3 credits

This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse within the school setting. The epidemiological prevention process model is used to explore health services, health education and the school environment. Emphasis is placed on the use of the nursing process to promote the health of members of the school community.

SNC 381 - School Nurse Practicum, 5 credits

Focusing on the practice of school nursing, this course provides students with the opportunity for clinical practice within the school setting under the direct supervision of a school nurse preceptor. Students meet weekly to explore the philosophy, goals, and practice of the school health system. Prerequisite: successful completion of
EDU 100, EDU 200; SPE 243; PSY 250 and NUR 380.

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