Nursing BSN

Program Learning Outcomes

Classes

HUMN 370: Art of Nursing

Credits
5

A study of the art, history, philosophy and literature that explores the portrayal, values and professional and ethical identity of nurses and midwives, emphasizing the study of works that have had significant influence on the nursing profession.

NURS 300: Professional Writing for Nursing

Credits
5

This course refines the process of planning, writing, revising and editing essays. Professional writing using APA format will be covered. Other topics include use of print and electronic sources, note taking, credibility, fact and opinion, logic, avoidance of plagiarism and documentation.

NURS 301: Concepts in Professional Nursing Practice and Lab

Credits
3

The course is designed to introduce the student to care delivery using the nursing process. Students will examine the nursing attributes and roles of a registered nurse. There will be application of concepts and technical skills in the laboratory setting. Learning experiences are directed toward nursing care of individuals experiencing alterations in health as well as promoting health and wellness.

NURS 302: Applied Concepts in Protection and Movement

Credits
3

In this course students will explore nursing care of the patient experiencing acute or chronic health problems. Safe, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care will be applied to health concepts in protection and movement. Concepts will be explored through defining holistic nursing care of exemplar diseases.

NURS 303: Applied Concepts in Homeostasis and Regulation I

Credits
3

Nursing care of the patient experiencing acute or chronic health problems. Safe, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care will be applied to health concepts in homeostasis and metabolic and hormonal regulation. Concepts will be explored through defining holistic nursing care of exemplar diseases.

NURS 310: Transition to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice

Credits
5

Examines professional issues for transition into the baccalaureate nursing role. Further develop professional core values associated with being a caring and ethical professional nurse. Emphasis on ethics, patient safety, interdisciplinary team coordination and collaboration, quality care, nursing leadership and health promotion while analyzing key issues within the healthcare system.

NURS 315: Economics In Healthcare

Credits
5

Explores health information and informatics concepts encountered in healthcare settings. Course content includes healthcare information technology, concepts, terminology, and key health information systems and technology. Students will evaluate health information systems and their roles in patient safety, safe medication administration, maintaining patient privacy, data security and efficacy of healthcare processes.

NURS 320: Nursing Research: Clinical Scholarship & Evidence Based Practice

Credits
5

Examines the essential elements of, and process for, evidence-based practice in nursing and healthcare. Students will learn how to access, appraise and utilize both quantitative and qualitative research and other sources of evidence to make informed clinical decisions that improve patient safety and quality of care.

NURS 330: Health Policy

Credits
5

In-depth study of local, state, and national policies affecting the health of populations. Emphasis on regulatory and legislative issues related to the nursing profession. Examine the nurse's role in the legislative and political process.

NURS 340: Organizational Change for Safety & Quality Care

Credits
5

Examines and applies theories of organizational behavior, systems thinking and leadership to quality improvement strategies that minimize errors and optimize positive clinical outcomes. Participation in selected patient safety and quality improvement initiatives provide opportunity to apply and evaluate the relevance of theoretical concepts to real world healthcare challenges.

NURS 350: Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, and Health Assessment

Credits
5

Focuses on assessing patient's (individuals, families, and communities) health status utilizing a holistic approach that integrates pathophysiology, pharmacology and complete health history. This includes physical, psychosocial, and cultural dimensions, therapeutic interview skills, and performing a comprehensive physical exam. Practicum components will emphasize health promotion, disease prevention and linkage

NURS 360: Health Equity and Cultural Sensitivity In Nursing

Credits
5

Covers principles of transcultural and culturally competent nursing. Students explore how culture impacts health and health care and begin to recognize their own cultural experiences, how those experiences shape who they are, and their healthcare core values and its impact on provision of nursing care.

NURS 390: Clinical Judgment in Nursing I

Credits
2

This simulation course will give students the opportunity to demonstrate and apply nursing skills and clinical judgment to scenarios in nursing related to patients across the life span experiencing commonly occurring health problems. This course is taken concurrently with NURS 303.

NURS 400: Acute Care Clinical

Credits
6

This clinical course will focus on the delivery of nursing care and application of the nursing process in clinical facilities in North Central Washington. Emphasis on intermediate nursing skills, medication administration, communication and professional collaboration will be emphasized.

NURS 402: Applied Concepts in Gender and Reproductive Health

Credits
3

In this course, nursing care of the perinatal and infant patient experiencing wellness and/or acute and chronic conditions will be covered, building on previous knowledge. Safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care will be applied to concepts related to reproductive health and sexuality throughout the lifespan.

NURS 403: Applied Concepts in Homeostasis and Regulation II

Credits
3

Building upon previous knowledge of homoeostasis and regulation, the student will discuss safe, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care of the patient experiencing acute or chronic health problems. Concepts will be explored through defining holistic nursing care of exemplar diseases affecting homeostasis and regulation.

NURS 404: Applied Concepts in Psychiatric and Mental Health

Credits
2

This course will focus on evidence-based care for patients with psychiatric/mental health disorders, including cultural, ethical and legal influences as well as wellness of individuals and families. Treatment modalities related to psychopathology will be explored. The nurse’s role in advocacy, care coordination, collaboration with the healthcare team, and therapeutic communication will be covered.

NURS 405: Applied Concepts in Multi-System Health Problems

Credits
3

This is the culminating course applying nursing concepts to multi-systems disease processes. The student will discuss safe, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care of the patient experiencing complex acute or chronic health problems. Nursing students will identify the role of the nurse as an advocate, educator, and leader within the health care team by ensuring care coordination and individualized holistic care of patients and their families.

NURS 410: Clinical Judgment in Nursing II

Credits
2

This simulation course will give students the opportunity to demonstrate and apply nursing skills and clinical judgment to scenarios in nursing scenarios related to commonly occurring and complex health problems. This course is taken concurrently with NURS 403.

NURS 411: Health Information Technology for Nurses

Credits
3

Explores health information and informatics concepts encountered in healthcare settings. Course content includes healthcare information technology, concepts, terminology, and key health information systems and technology. Students will evaluate health information systems and their roles in patient safety, safe medication administration, maintaining patient privacy, data security and efficacy of healthcare processes.

NURS 415: Clinical Judgment in Nursing III

Credits
3

This simulation course will give students the opportunity to demonstrate and apply nursing skills and clinical judgment to scenarios in perinatal and infant health and psychological and mental health. This course is taken concurrently with NURS 402 and NURS 404.

NURS 430: Community and Public Health Nursing

Credits
5

Focuses on the role of the nurse in community, rural and public health settings. Using an evidence-based and social-justice framework, students explore epidemiology, community assessment, health promotion, and disease prevention for aggregate populations while synthesizing theory, population research and practice on a local to global scale.

NURS 450: Community Health Practicum

Credits
2

Provides practicum experience in community and public health nursing, focusing on the application of public health and nursing principles in a variety of community and healthcare settings.

NURS 470: Transition from LPN to RN Practice

Credits
2

This course focuses on the professional identity of a BSN-prepared RN, professional development, roles, and nursing leadership. Other topics include measures to obtain and maintain licensure and preparation for taking the NCLEX - RN licensure exam.

NURS 480: Advanced Med-Surg Across the Lifespan

Credits
4

This course focuses on the synthesis of professional nursing concepts. Through clinical immersion in a selected area of practice, students will work in a variety of acute care settings, as they transition into the role of a registered nurse. Students will collaborate with the healthcare team to provide compassionate and holistic care while prioritizing safe patient and organizational outcomes.

NURS 490: Leadership Portfolio and Capstone Project

Credits
1

Students enrolled in this course will develop personal professional portfolios, designed to illustrate the student’s academic achievements during the RN to BSN program. Collaborative problem solving and leadership skills will be utilized when working with community partners. This capstone experience will culminate in the dissemination of scholarly research through an end-of-quarter poster presentation.