NRSG 589 Cross Cultural Health (3 crs)

Prerequisite: GEOG 111 or SOC 101 or ANTH 161 or consent of instructor.

• Dual-listed with NRSG 389. Credit may not be earned in both courses.

Enhances insight and understanding of the impact of culture on health, illness, and wellness within the Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian/Hmong, and Native American cultures. Analyze and synthesize information to develop culturally congruent health care.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 626 Contemporary Issues in Critical Care (3 crs)

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

• Distance education fee for students in Marshfield section. Dual-listed with NRSG 426. Credit may not be earned in both courses.

The complexity and impact of critical illness/injury on patients, families, and nurses are examined. Selected pathophysiologic, care priority, and multidisciplinary considerations are analyzed within the context of the health care delivery system. Observational clinical may be included.

Attributes: Special Course Fee Required Varies by Term/Section

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 701 Nursing Research: Methods (4 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

• Distance education fee for Marshfield students.

Philosophies of science, research methodologies, and qualitative and quantitative data analyses are examined. Legal and ethical issues applicable to nursing research are discussed.

Attributes: Special Course Fee Required Varies by Term/Section

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 702 Nursing Research: Application (2 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 701. Limited to graduate students in the MSN program.

Nursing research studies critically examined. Collective findings appraised as foundation for evidence-based practice. Sources and methods of research funding are discussed.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 703 Advanced Clinical Concepts for Nurse Educators (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 709. Limited to graduate students in the MSN program.

Examination of key concepts of epidemiology, pharmacology, and physical assessment at the advanced professional nursing level for MSN students seeking the Nursing Education role preparation.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 704 Advanced Health Assessment: Adults and Older Adults (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 709 or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Focuses on the development of advanced clinical practice assessment skills. Builds upon basic physical assessment and documentation skills in the management of adults and older adults. Lab included.

Attributes: Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 5

NRSG 705 Cultural Immersion Seminar: International Health (2 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Consent: Department Consent Required

Immersion in language, cultural values, social etiquette, interpersonal and family patterns, teacher-student interaction, and daily life in a country of choice, as preparation for study, clinical experiences, or web-based interaction in another country.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 708 Advanced Health Assessment: Family (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 709 or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Focuses on the development of advanced clinical practice assessment skills. Builds upon basic physical assessment and documentation skills in the management of individuals across the life span. Lab included.

Attributes: Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 5

NRSG 709 Advanced Physiological and Pathophysiological Concepts (3 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

• Undergraduate coursework in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and pathophysiology, or consent of instructor.

In-depth study of selected physiological and pathophysiological concepts. Emphasis on human physiology and pathophysiology and current research findings.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 712 Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Clinical Practice (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 709 or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Emphasis is on scientific and theoretical knowledge as the basis for diagnosing and treating common health conditions, emphasizing pharmacotherapeutic interventions and decision-making for advanced clinical practice. Developmental factors affecting pharmacotherapeutics are included.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 714 Scholarly Writing in Nursing (2 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Application of writing principles to explore nursing content at the graduate level. Focus includes summarizing professional literature, with emphasis on synthesis. Paper organization, grammar, and APA format. Examines process of writing for publication.

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 715 Leadership and Health Policy in Nursing (3 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Leadership application for the graduate-prepared nurse with an analysis of external and internal influences. Examination of health policy, personal and professional transitions, and evolving advanced nursing roles.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 718 Conceptual and Theoretical Foundations of Nursing (2 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN program.

The basic philosophies, concepts and theories, and ethical decision-making frameworks underlying the development of the discipline of nursing are examined. Emphasis is focused on the development of nursing knowledge.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 719 Human Responses in Health and Illness: Adults and Older Adults (4 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

• Credit may not be earned in both NRSG 719 and NRSG 722.

A theory- and research-based approach to selected human responses in health and illness in adults and older adults within seven human response systems (spiritual, cultural, social, family, cognitive, emotional, and physical).

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 720 Advanced Theory and Practice of Adults and Older Adults I (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 701 and NRSG 719. Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Clinical decision-making with adults and older adults within the context of nursing, adult, older adult, developmental, and related theories.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 722 Individual, Family, and Community Responses (4 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

• Credit may not be earned in both NRSG 722 and NRSG 719.

A theory-based approach to selected theories/concepts of individual, family, and community responses in health and illness.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 725 Advanced Theory and Practice of Family Health Nursing I (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 701 and NRSG 722. Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Theory and evidence-based clinical decision-making with children, adults and families (as unit). This course integrates ethics, cultural influences, and social awareness in providing holistic care to families.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 729 Spirituality, Healing, and Caring (3 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

A theory-based advanced exploration of three major phenomena: spirituality, healing, and caring; emerging as decisive in quality of life, and health and illness situations.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 730 Nursing Education I (6 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 702, NRSG 703, NRSG 715; NRSG 720 or NRSG 725; or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Examination of education, the educator role, and teaching/learning theory. Curriculum development and education issues explored, considering personal values, research, and societal and healthcare trends.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 15

NRSG 731 Nursing Education II (7 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 730. Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Role of nurse educator as a learning facilitator, evaluator, and faculty member is examined. Research, theoretical foundations, and strategies are explored with application to class and clinical teaching.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 20

NRSG 741 Clinical Nurse Specialist I: Adult and Older Adult Health (7 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 704, NRSG 712, NRSG 720; NRSG 803 or concurrent enrollment; or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the DNP program.

First clinical role course for students in advanced clinical practice preparing to become clinical nurse specialists. Exploration, analysis, and implementation of CNS role components with adults and older adults.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 15

NRSG 750 Nursing Administration I (6 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 702, NRSG 715; and NRSG 720 or NRSG 725 for MSN students. NRSG 715; and NRSG 720 or NRSG 725; NRSG 803 or concurrent enrollment for BSN-to-DNP students. Or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Exploration of administration and managerial theories and the nurse administrator role functions as applied to the organization and delivery of nursing care services.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 15

NRSG 751 Nursing Administration II (5-7 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 750. Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Application of administration and managerial principles and methods in selected nursing organizational settings and in the delivery of nursing care services.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2-3

Lab/Studio Hours: 15-20

NRSG 793 Directed Study in Nursing (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

Investigation of a small-scale problem under faculty direction.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

NRSG 794 Scholarly Project (1-2 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 701, NRSG 702; and NRSG 720 or NRSG 725. Limited to graduate students in the MSN program.

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

• Permission of scholarly project adviser.

Selection and implementation of an aspect of the scholarship/research process with guidance from a nursing graduate faculty adviser. Project culminates in a product and an oral presentation.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits

Grading Basis: S/U/PR Only Grade Basis

NRSG 797 Independent Study (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN or DNP programs.

Consent: Department Consent Required

Individual research under faculty direction.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

NRSG 798 Graduation Only (1 cr)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the MSN program.

Repeat: Course may be repeated

Grading Basis: PR Only Grade Basis

NRSG 799 Thesis (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 701, NRSG 702; NRSG 720 or NRSG 725. Limited to graduate students in the MSN program.

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

• Full-time equivalent. Permission of thesis adviser.

Development and completion of research project using formal investigative methodology.

Repeat: Course may be repeated

Grading Basis: PR Only Grade Basis

NRSG 800 Advanced Nursing Practice and Informatics (2 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 803. Limited to Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) students.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Application of computer and information technologies to support and improve patient care and health care systems. Identification of information processing challenges and evaluation of informatics solutions.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 802 Philosophical, Theoretical, and Ethical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 720 or NRSG 725 or concurrent for BSN to DNP students. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Inquiry into the philosophical, theoretical, and ethical perspectives and foundations of the discipline. Paradigms and strategies for theory development in advanced practice nursing are examined. Includes advocacy for social justice and ethical health policies.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 803 Advanced Epidemiology and Biostatistics for Population Health (4 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 802. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Epidemiological research and concepts are synthesized and applied to clinical and population-based health to best identify and analyze the determinants of health, health promotion and risk reduction strategies, and to evaluate the distribution of health conditions. Epidemiological, biostatistical, and other scientific approaches are used to analyze population data to better understand determinants of health and illness.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 805 Clinical Scholarship for Advanced Nursing Practice (4 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 803. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Course focuses on the elements of advanced clinical scholarship. Content includes evidence-based practice processes, the translation of research into practice, the evaluation of practice, activities aimed at improving health care practice and outcomes, and participation in collaborative research. Principles of information technology are integrated and applied to advanced nursing practice.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 809 Organizational Leadership and Health Policy for Advanced Nursing Practice (4 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 800. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Course will focus on the systematic collection of information about the activities, characteristics, and outcomes of programs to improve health care and inform future programmatic decisions. Emphasis is placed on the strategies used in needs assessment and implementation of effective health care interventions, programs, and policies. This course prepares the advanced nursing professional to respond to current realities and provide enhanced leadership for future policy development and professional practice.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

NRSG 811 Advanced Clinical Practice for Adults and Older Adults I (6 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 704, NRSG 712, NRSG 720; NRSG 805 or concurrent enrollment; or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the DNP program. Credit may not be earned in both NRSG 811 and NRSG 813

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Advanced nursing clinical decision-making including health promotion, maintenance, and prevention for adults and older adults. Interventions focus on developmental life changes, cultural and environmental stressors, and health patterns. Practicum experience in primary care is introduced.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 10

NRSG 813 Family Health: Advanced Clinical Practice I (6 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 708, NRSG 712, and NRSG 725; NRSG 805 or concurrent enrollment; or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the DNP program. Credit may not be earned in both NRSG 811 and NRSG 813.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Advanced nursing clinical decision-making including health promotion, maintenance, and prevention for individuals and families. Interventions focus on developmental life changes, cultural and environmental stressors, and health patterns. Practicum experience in primary care is introduced.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 10

NRSG 815 Advanced Clinical Practice for Adults and Older Adults II (6 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 741 or NRSG 811; NRSG 809 or concurrent enrollment; or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the DNP program. Credit may not be earned in both NRSG 815 and NRSG 817

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Focuses on advanced clinical decision-making with emphasis on acute and chronic health deviations in adults, older adults, and communities. Clinical decision-making skills expand to facilitate advanced clinical practice nursing and collaborative practice in a variety of settings.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 10

NRSG 817 Family Health: Advanced Clinical Practice II (6 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 813; NRSG 809 or concurrent enrollment; or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the DNP program. Credit may not be earned in both NRSG 815 and 817.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Focuses on advanced clinical decision-making with emphasis on acute and chronic health deviations in individuals, families, and communities. Clinical decision-making skills expand to facilitate advanced clinical practice nursing and collaborative practice in a variety of settings.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 10

NRSG 820 BSN to DNP Seminar & Practicum I (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 809; NRSG 751 or NRSG 815 or NRSG 817. Limited to graduate students in the BSN to DNP program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Focuses on inter-professional teams and the role of advanced nursing within this collaboration. Addresses critical analysis of emerging clinical patterns and comprehensive health and illness parameters. Includes application of culturally-sensitive, evidence-based practice approaches within healthcare.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lab/Studio Hours: 5

Seminar Hours: 2

NRSG 824 BSN to DNP Seminar II (1 cr)

Prerequisite: NRSG 820; NRSG 831 or NRSG 833 or NRSG 852 concurrent enrollment. Limited to graduate students in the BSN to DNP program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Emphasis on role transition to advanced professional nursing roles within a complex healthcare environment. Identify leadership skills to improve health care outcomes. Begin to synthesize knowledge and experiences as a future DNP prepared nurse.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 1

NRSG 825 BSN to DNP Seminar III (1 cr)

Prerequisite: NRSG 824; NRSG 835 or NRSG 837 or NRSG 853 concurrent enrollment. Limited to graduate students in the BSN to DNP program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Final course in the sequence to emphasize role transition to advanced professional nursing roles within a complex healthcare environment, including planning for life-long learning. Synthesize knowledge and experiences as a future DNP prepared nurse.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 1

NRSG 826 MSN to DNP Seminar & Practicum I (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 809. Limited to graduate students in the MSN to DNP program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Focuses on inter-professional teams and the role of advanced nursing within this collaboration. Addresses critical analysis of emerging clinical patterns and comprehensive health and illness parameters. Includes application of culturally sensitive, evidence-based practice approaches within healthcare.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lab/Studio Hours: 5

Seminar Hours: 2

NRSG 827 MSN to DNP Seminar & Practicum II (4 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 826. Limited to graduate students in the MSN to DNP program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Refine leadership skills to improve healthcare outcomes in the inter-professional healthcare environment. Design and analyze strategies to promote evidence-based practice, quality outcomes, and health policy. Synthesize knowledge and experiences as a DNP-prepared nurse expert.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lab/Studio Hours: 10

Seminar Hours: 2

NRSG 831 Advanced Clinical Practice of Frail Older Adults (5 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 815, NRSG 820. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Third in a series of advanced clinical decision-making courses. Course focuses on care management of frail older adults. Practicum experience with frail older adults across the continuum of care is emphasized.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 15

NRSG 832 Synthesis of Advanced Clinical Practice of Adults and Older Adults I (1 cr)

Prerequisite: NRSG 831. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

This clinical practicum provides an opportunity for students to continue to develop clinical competencies and begin to synthesize care of adults and older adults.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 0

Lab/Studio Hours: 5

NRSG 833 Advanced Clinical Practice of Families within Vulnerable Populations (5 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 817, NRSG 820. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Third in a series of advanced clinical decision-making courses. Care management focuses on care of individuals and families within vulnerable populations across the lifespan. Navigating the health-care system to provide optimum care outcomes for vulnerable populations will be emphasized. Practicum experience will include vulnerable populations across the continuum of care.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 15

NRSG 834 Synthesis of Advanced Clinical Practice of Families I (1 cr)

Prerequisite: NRSG 833. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

This clinical practicum provides an opportunity for students to continue to develop clinical competencies in the care of families and individuals across the lifespan.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 0

Lab/Studio Hours: 5

NRSG 835 Synthesis of Advanced Clinical Practice of Adults and Older Adults II (4 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 832 or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

This final clinical practicum provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate a synthesis of their Adult-Gerontologic clinical competencies in preparation for their future practice as Adult-Gerontologic Advanced Practice Nurses.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 1

Lab/Studio Hours: 15

NRSG 837 Synthesis of Advanced Clinical Practice of Families II (4 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 834 or consent of instructor. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

This final clinical practicum provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate a synthesis of their Family clinical competencies in preparation for their future practice as Family Nurse Practitioners.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 1

Lab/Studio Hours: 15

NRSG 852 Nursing Administration III (4 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 751. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Course focuses on the development of more complex organizational leadership and management, with emphasis on strategic planning, fiscal management, and relationship building with diverse stakeholders.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 10

NRSG 853 Synthesis for the Nurse Executive (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 852. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

This final course and clinical practicum provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate advanced leadership and management through the synthesis of the nurse executive role.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 1

Lab/Studio Hours: 10

NRSG 892 DNP Project I (1 cr)

Prerequisite: NRSG 809 or concurrent; for BSN to DNP students concurrent enrollment in NRSG 815 or NRSG 817 or NRSG 751 is also required. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Part one of the culminating experience for the DNP student designed as a specialized advanced nursing practice field project conducted over three semesters. It is designed as a clinical scholarship project allowing students to demonstrate expertise in practice and will be individualized based on student experience and projected career goals.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: S/U Only Grade Basis

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 1

NRSG 893 DNP Project II (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 892. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Part two of the culminating experience for the DNP student designed as a specialized advanced nursing practice field project conducted over three semesters. It is designed as a clinical scholarship project allowing students to demonstrate expertise in practice and will be individualized based on student experience and projected career goals.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: S/U Only Grade Basis

Lab/Studio Hours: 7.5

Seminar Hours: 1.5

NRSG 894 DNP Project III (3 crs)

Prerequisite: NRSG 893. Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Part three of the culminating experience for the DNP student designed as a specialized advanced nursing practice field project conducted over three semesters. It is designed as a clinical scholarship project allowing students to demonstrate expertise in practice and will be individualized based on student experience and projected career goals.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Grading Basis: S/U Only Grade Basis

Lab/Studio Hours: 7.5

Seminar Hours: 1.5

NRSG 895 Directed Studies (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Study of problems or special areas in or related to Advanced Nursing Practice under faculty direction.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

NRSG 897 Independent Study (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Individual research of problems or special areas in or related to Advanced Nursing Practice under faculty direction.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

NRSG 898 Graduation Only (1 cr)

Prerequisite: Limited to graduate students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

• Students in the DNP program are assessed a special course fee for 800-level courses. For specific course fees, please refer to the course schedule.

Individual scholarly work to complete the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

Attributes: DNP Fee, Special Course Fee Required

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits

Grading Basis: S/U/PR Only Grade Basis

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 1

Lab/Studio Hours: 0