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Upper Division Nursing Course Descriptions


BNURS 340

Advanced Clinical Reasoning

Examines clinical nursing phenomena and therapies from the perspective of physiologic, pathophysiologic, experiential and behavioral events. Includes life span and Sociocultural factors. (3 CR)

BNURS 350

Professional Writing for Nurses

Analytical reasoning and writing relevant to nursing practice. Theories of decision making and problem solving related to health problems and clinical situations. (3 CR)

BNURS 402

Family in the Community: Implications For Urban and Rural Health

Focus on concepts of health, community, and environments as they relate to the health of diverse families in a range of settings. Nursing roles in family health are explored. (3 CR)

BNURS 403

Scholarly Inquiry: Connecting Research to Practice

Introduction to research methodologies and utilizing health care research with goal of providing support for evidence based nursing practice. (3 CR)

BNURS 407

Perspectives on Diversity

The human dignity, inherent worth and uniqueness of individuals, families, groups and communities; and the ways that difference is defined, used, and experienced in society. (3 CR)

BNURS 408

Health and Wellness Promotion with Community Partners (Fieldwork for BNURS 402)

Assessment and development of a plan of care to promote healthy families in rural and urban communities. (3 CR)

BNURS 409

Community Health Nursing and Population Assessment Theory

Introduces theories, concepts, and strategies used to promote health for communities and populations. (3 CR)

BNURS 410

Contemporary Ethical Perspectives in Nursing

Review ethical theories and identify the influence of cultural, societal, professional and other sources of values on ethical decision making in nursing. (3 CR)

BNURS 411

Community Health Nursing and Population Assessment Application (Fieldwork for BNURS 409)

Applies of theories, concepts, and strategies used to promote health for communities and populations. (3 CR)

BNURS 412

Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Systems

Concepts and theories of nursing leadership in healthcare organizations.  Finance, performance improvement, issues and trends in healthcare decision making. (3 CR)

BNURS 430

Interactive Processes of Nursing Communication

Explores communication concepts. Emphasis on theoretical models assessment of communication, and development of communication skills. (3 CR)

BNURS 450

Professional Development Seminar I

Focuses on the RN students’ transition to the academic setting and resources, strategies and skills to utilize during the baccalaureate nursing program.  Introduction to portfolio development. (1 CR)

BNURS 451

Professional Development Seminar II

Evaluation to reflect personal growth and achievement of RN to BSN program outcomes. (1 CR)