Nursing Degrees Online

To progress through the nursing program to graduation, the student must:
Pass a math proficiency examination at the 90 percent level in NU 210 Fundamentals and Skills, and pass a dosage calculation examination at the beginning of each nursing performance course at the 90 percent level.
Pass all required clinical skills performance assessments at the 90 percent level or above.
Earn a grade of C (2.00) or better in each required nursing theory course and a grade of “Pass” in each required nursing clinical (nursing performance course).
Maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 or above.
Maintain a nursing cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above beginning in the sophomore year of nursing courses.
Earn a grade of C (2.00) or better in each cognate course. Cognate courses include, but are not limited to, anatomy & physiology I & II, inorganic and organic chemistry, microbiology, nutrition, college-level mathematics, psychology, sociology, speech, statistics, service learning, and English composition.
Complete with a passing grade all previous level courses (cognate and nursing) before progression to the next level.
Repeat successfully all nursing and cognate courses in which the minimum grade (2.00) was not achieved. No more than two courses may be repeated, only one of which may be a nursing course . Courses may be repeated in the following combination: one nursing and one cognate, or two cognate courses.
Fulfill any remedial contracts specified by the department.
Present annual verification of current CPR certification and tuberculosis screening.
Demonstrate the personal qualifications necessary to the professional practice of nursing as evaluated by the Department of Nursing faculty.
Participate in scheduled and random drug screening and background checking as required.
Achieve a score equal to or greater than the national average on each required ATI test.
Pass the sophomore and junior level examinations prior to progressing to the junior and senior levels respectively.

NUR 070 DRUG CALCULATION REVIEW I

This non-credit module is available to students who have failed the calculation examination following NUR 215 or 206 LPN. Students will receive 12 hours of classroom instruction in drug calculation from simple to complex calculation processes. Practice problems based on clinical situations are integrated throughout. (Pass/Fail) Fee-$100.00. 0 credit
NUR 071 DRUG CALCULATION REVIEW II

This non-credit module is available to students who have failed the second drug calculation examination in a nursing clinical course (NUR 360). Students will receive 12 hours of classroom instruction in drug calculation from simple to complex calculation processes. Practice problems based on clinical situations are integrated throughout. (Pass/Fail) Fee-$100.00. 0 credit
NUR 130 SCIENCE OF NURSING and EVOLVING HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

This is a Level I, introductory theory course, taken upon acceptance into the Nursing Program. This course is designed to introduce the Nursing student to the science of nursing, the evolving health care system and the Molloy Humanistic Framework. The history of the profession is examined along with political, legal and ethical issues. The implications of HIPAA regulations will be addressed. The course will aid the student developing a personal philosophy upon which to build subsequent learning and professional practice. Development of a professional portfolio is begun in this course. A major goal of the course is to provide the student with a solid foundation for building a professional nursing practice. Prerequisite: Minimum SAT Critical Reading Test score of “480″ is required to enter course or completion of ENG 090 or ENG 101 with a grade of “C”, as well as successful completion of Math Screening test or MAT 060. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$30.00. 3 credits
NUR 140 GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT/LIFESPAN PROCESSES

This is a Level I course which will present the theories of growth and development. Psychosexual, psychosocial, cognitive and biological theories are discussed as they relate to each stage of the development process. Strategies for health promotion, interventions and anticipatory guidance are addressed. The role of the professional nurse at each life stage is discussed. Prerequisite: BIO 120, PSY 111. Pre- or corequisite: SOC 101 or 161 or 166, NUR 130. Corequisite: BIO 121. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$30.00. 3 credits
NUR 204 LPN: CLINICAL CONCEPTS AS RELATED TO HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE

This course is required for LPN Career Mobility students who have less than one year of clinical experience. It has both theory and College laboratory requirements. Concepts and principles from all areas of nursing, biological, physical, behavioral, and social sciences are included to provide the student with a strong theory base on which to develop and implement patient care. Students may obtain credit for this course with documentation of a minimum of one (1) year recent clinical experience and successful completion of skills competency module. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, PSY 111, NUR 140. Malpractice Insurance needed. Pre- or Corequisites: BIO 245, NUR 130, NUR 214, NUR 206. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$215.00. 4 credits
NUR 206 LPN: PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT

This course is required for LPN Career Mobility students. The course includes observation, interviewing, auscultation, palpation and percussion skills. Physical assessment and nursing diagnosis within the Molloy Humanistic Framework are emphasized. Prerequisites: PSY 111; SOC 101 or 161 or 166. The students will be given drug calculation tests. BIO 120, 121 as prerequisites. Pre- or Corequisites: BIO 245, NUR 130, 140, 214. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$215.00 2 credits
NUR 214 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

This course builds on knowledge from the sciences and the Level I nursing courses. The etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, treatment modalities and implications of selected disease processes are introduced. Content includes stress response, deviations in cellular activity, inflammatory processes, immune response and fluid and electrolyte balance across the lifespan. Prerequisite: BIO 120, 121, CHE 112. Pre- or Corequisites: BIO 245, NUR 130, NUR 140, NUR 215, LPN 204, and LPN 206. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$30.00. 3 credits
NUR 215 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH ASSESSMENT/NURSING FUNDAMENTALS

This theory and clinical course is a Level II nursing course. This course combines concepts of humanistic nursing assessment with the beginning skills/interventions for the delivery of safe patient care. The assessment component of the course encompasses physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, cultural, family and community assessment. The nursing fundamentals component will introduce the student to required skills and/or interventions for clients with altered health maintenance problems. This course integrates concepts and principles of communication, multiculturalism, human-valuing and professional role responsibilities. Content will also include required infection control and barrier precautions as well as an introduction to pharmacology dose calculation. Students will have 2 hours/week of theory, 4 hours/week of learning laboratory time and 6 hours/week of clinical. The 78 clinical hours per semester will provide the student with the opportunities to apply learned theory. These hours will begin after initial learning has been validated in Nursing Learning Laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, PSY 111, SOC 101 or 161 or 166. Pre- or Corequisites: BIO 245, NUR 130, 140, 214. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$350.00. 6 credits

N.B. Level I Drug Calculation Test administered during this course. No progression to NUR 225 if unsuccessful.
NUR 216 PHARMACOLOGY

This Level II comprehensive theory course introduces the student to basic pharmacology concepts, major drug classifications, nutritional supplements and related professional nursing roles. Content related to the importance of research and technology as well as the impact of current health care trends on pharmacotherapeutics is discussed. Prerequisites: BIO 245, CHE 112. Prerequisites: NUR 214, NUR 215 or LPN 204, and LPN 206. Corequisite: NUR 225. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$30.00. 3 credits
NUR 225 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: HEALTH CARE IN THE COMMUNITY

This course explores the principles of community/public health nursing practice and mental health nursing including the health care delivery system, epidemiology and the political system. Health promotion, risk reduction and disease prevention for populations and communities will be explored including concepts of environmental health, cultural, economic and ethical issues. The focus will be on primary, secondary and tertiary intervention. Some of the health problems/populations included are tuberculosis, homelessness, teenage pregnancy, bio-terrorism preparedness, substance abuse/addictive disorders and violence and chronic relapsing conditions. Community intervention strategies will explore utilizing partnerships with populations and communities. The student spends nine (9) hours 1 day/week in clinical settings and three (3) hours/week in class. There are a total of 117 clinical hours weekday clinicals only. Prerequisites: BIO 245, NUR 130, NUR 140, NUR 214, NUR 215 or LPN 204, LPN 206. Pre- or corequisites: NUR 216. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$350.00. 6 credits
NUR 249 RN: HUMANISTIC NURSING CONCEPTS FOR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

(formerly NUR 105 RN)

This is a bridge course for the Registered Nurse Undergraduate student. The course is open to Registered Nurses only. The history of the profession is examined to provide the student with a better understanding of current nursing leadership and practice (education, delivery and administration) in today’s health care environment. Legal and ethical aspects of nursing, as well as the emergent role of the nurse advocate, HIPAA implications, and current issues are discussed to illustrate nurses’ responsibility and accountability to their clients, their profession and themselves. This course focuses on professionalism. It is designed to help the RN synthesize previous learning and experience with new knowledge in order to develop a philosophy and an understanding of the nurse’s professional role. (Only RN/Completion students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) 3 credits
NUR 301 SELF-AWARENESS IN HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE

(formerly NUR 118)

This is an elective course that is offered to students who wish to pursue a “journey inward.” It affords the opportunity to look at and share parts of our lives that exist, but may be rarely focused upon. Participation is encouraged and enhanced by go-round activities and partner-sharing. Open to Non-Nursing majors.

Many exercises are utilized to meet these objectives, e.g., Gestalt workshop exercises, John Powell’s “Fully Human-Fully/Alive” seminars, practices of yoga techniques, Anthony de Mello’s video-tape and more. This is a totally experiential class. 15 hours/ offered over a weekend. (Offered Fall, Spring) 1 credit
NUR 302 SELF AWARENESS SECOND EXPERIENCE

This elective course will focus upon concepts explored in Self Awareness (NUR 301) such as anger, fear and relationships. The course will also look at “”how we live in today’s world” exploring love, success and contentment in this context. Class is experiential with discussion and partner sharing encouraged. Open to Non-Nursing majors. 15 hours offered over a weekend. (Offered Fall, Spring) 1 credit
NUR 315 NURSING RESEARCH

This is a Level III theory course, which addresses scientific methodology of research and its application to nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on theory and methods of research and critical evaluation of the research report. Group activities are directed to critiquing the research work of peers and others. Prerequisites*: MAT 114 or MAT 115, NUR 215, NUR 225. May Corequisite with NUR 320 and NUR 340. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$30.00. 3 credits

*For Dual Degree Students only: May take NUR 315 with NUR 216 and NUR 225.

*For RN/Dual Degree and RN/Completion Students only: NUR 249 or NUR 249 Module and all Nursing and Science Challenge Exams.
NUR 320 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: PERSPECTIVES OF HEALTH CARE ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN I

This is a Level III comprehensive course focusing on the professional nurse’s role in the care of acute health care problems of adults and children. This four (4) hour/week course focuses upon the application of the nursing process as related to the biological, psychological and socio-cultural needs of the clients with acute and chronic health care needs. Prerequisite: NUR 215, NUR 216, NUR 225. Pre- or Corequisite: NUR 315, NUR 340. (NUR 320 may be taken alone without NUR 340.) (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$138. 4 credits
NUR 325 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: PERSPECTIVES OF HEALTH CARE ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN I-CLINICAL

This is a Level III comprehensive clinical course focusing on the application of theory related to care of acute health problems of adults and children. The student spends eight (8) hours 3 days/ week for a total of 157 clinical hours for half the semester in a acute care setting. A two hour seminar for content integration will be held twice during the rotation. Prerequisites: NUR 215, NUR 216, NUR 225, NUR 320. Corequisites: NUR 345, NUR 360*, NUR 410*. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$270.00. 4 credits**

*Acceleration Criteria must be met to corequisite NUR 345 and/or NUR 325 with NUR 360 and/or NUR 410. See Acceleration Option in Catalog.

**For Dual Degree students need GPA of 3.0 and successful completion of NUR 320 and NUR 340 to take NUR 325 with NUR 345 and/or NUR 360 and/or NUR 410.
NUR 327 GERIATRIC ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

(also GRN 327) 3 credits
NUR 340 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

(formerly Humanistic Nursing Practice: Healthcare Perspectives of Man and Women)

This is a Level III nursing course focusing on issues and trends related to health care of men and women during the reproductive and childbearing cycles. This three (3) hour/week course focuses upon the application of the nursing process as related to male and female reproductive roles, sexuality and physiological/psychological abnormalities. Content related to conception, the childbearing process, postpartum and newborn assessment and care is included. Prerequisite: NUR 215, NUR 216, NUR 225. Pre- or corequisite: NUR 315, NUR 320 (NUR 340 may be taken with NUR 320 or after completion of NUR 320.) (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$138.00. 3 credits
NUR 345 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH - CLINICAL

(formerly Humanistic Nursing Practice: Reproductive Health - Clinical)

This is a Level III clinical nursing course focusing on application of theory related to all aspects of childbearing and reproductive health. The clinical is 84 hours for half the semester in an acute care setting. A seminar for content integration will be held during the rotation. Prerequisite: NUR 340. Pre- or corequisite: NUR 325, NUR 345 and/or NUR 360*, NUR 410*. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$270.00. 2 credits**

*Acceleration Criteria must be met to corequisite NUR 360 and/or NUR 410. See Acceleration Option in Catalog.

**Dual Degree students need GPA of 3.0 and successful completion of NUR 320 and NUR 340 to take NUR 325 and/or NUR 345 and/or NUR 360 and/or NUR 410.
NUR 350 RN: HEALTH ASSESSMENT IN THE COMMUNITY

(formerly NUR 250 RN)

This is a Level III course for the Registered Nurse undergraduate student which focuses on physical assessment skills with implications and applications to the individual as a member of a family unit.A comprehensive physical assessment of a selected adult and a wellness assessment of family members is conducted. The physical assessment is based on theory outlined in class. Strategies for the wellness assessment include health screening and risk appraisal. A health promotion plan including risk management is then developed within the Humanistic Nursing Framework. The student is responsible to secure an agreement with an individual and the family unit to conduct the assessments. Pre- or Corequisite: NUR 249 or NUR 249 module and all RN Challenge Exams and Science Exams, Corequisite: NUR 351. (Only RN/Dual Degree or RN/Completion students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$215.00. 2 credits
NUR 351 RN: INTEGRATIVE NURSING PRACTICE

(formerly NUR 251 RN)

This is a Level III course for the Registered Nurse undergraduate student. This course focuses on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual responses to wellness/altered health patterns. Holistic interventions are analyzed for incorporation into professional practice within the Humanistic Nursing Framework. The theory component encompasses integrative nursing care of individuals and families experiencing wellness/altered health patterns. The experiential component introduces the student to holistic healing modalities to promote self care. NUR 249 or NUR 249 module as prerequisite for RN Dual Degree students. Corequisite: NUR 350. (Only RN/Dual Degree or RN/Completion students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) 3 credits
NUR 352 RN: CULTURE OF HEALTH IN CHRONIC ILLNESS

(formerly NUR 252 RN)

This is a Level III theory course for the Registered Nurse undergraduate student. The course focuses on four topics within the Humanistic Nursing Framework. The topics included are community health concepts, chronic illness across the lifespan, the physically challenged and geriatric nursing. Prerequisites: all required challenges plus BIO 120, 121, 140. NUR 249 or NUR 249 Module as prerequisite for RN Dual Degree students. Prerequisite: NUR 350, NUR 351. Corequisite: ENV 101. (Only RN/Dual Degree or RN/Completion students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) 3 credits
NUR 353 RN: PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUES IN WORLD HEALTH

(formerly NUR 253 RN)

This is a Level III theory and clinical course for the Registered Nurse undergraduate student. This course focuses on the expansion, synthesis and application of prior knowledge to global health concerns. The three (3) hour/week theory component focuses on public health issues within the local, national and international communities. Application of community health and public health principles are discussed. The format of the course is didactic with a major portion devoted to student presentations on current and emerging public health issues around the world viewed within the Humanistic Nursing Framework. The ninety (90) hour/semester clinical component consists of selected field trips to enhance, validate and apply theoretical components and concepts, and increase the student’s understanding of the community/world as the client. Community health programs are conducted by students for selected aggregates and focus on high risk assessment, health promotion, and disease prevention. Prerequisite: NUR 249 or NUR 249 Module, NUR 350, NUR 351, NUR 352. (Only RN/Dual Degree or RN/Completion students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) Liability Insurance required. Fee-$240.00. 5 credits
NUR 360 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: PERSPECTIVES OF HEALTH CARE ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN II

This Level IV comprehensive course focuses on the professional nurse’s role in the care of acute health care problems of adults and children. This four (4) hour/week course focuses upon the application of the nursing process as related to the biological, psychological and socio-cultural needs of the clients with acute system illnesses. Prerequisite: NUR 215, NUR 216, NUR 225, NUR 320. Pre- or Corequisite: NUR 315, NUR 340. Corequisite: NUR 325*, NUR 345,* NUR 410.* (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$138.00. 4 credits**

*Acceleration Criteria must be met to corequisite NUR 325 and/or NUR 345. See Acceleration Option in Catalog.

**Dual Degree students need GPA of 3.0 and successful completion of NUR 320 and NUR 340 to take NUR 325 and/or NUR 345 and/or NUR 360 and/or NUR 410.

N.B. Level II Drug Calculation Test administered during this course. No progression to NUR 365 if unsuccessful.
NUR 365 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: PERSPECTIVES OF HEALTH CARE ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN II-CLINICAL

This Level IV comprehensive clinical course focuses on the application of theory related to the care of acute health problems of adults and children. The student spends eight (8) hours 3 days/ week for a total of 157 clinical hours for half the semester in a acute care setting. A seminar for content integration will be held during the rotation. Prerequisite: NUR 320, NUR 325, NUR 360. Corequisite: NUR 410. (Offered Fall, Spring, first half of semester only) Fee-$270.00. 4 credits
NUR 390 TOPICS IN NURSING

(formerly NUR 296)

In-depth study of topics not included in detail in the regular curriculum cycle. Title of the course will be announced prior to the term offered. Prerequisite: as noted. (Offered upon request) 1-3 credits
NUR 410 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: COMPREHENSIVE LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

Comprehensive leadership and management seminar is a Level IV course that focuses on the role of the nurse as leader/manager in the evolving health care system. The two (2) hours/week theoretical component focuses on the comprehension and application of management theories. Issues related to Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), financial management, collective bargaining and unionization, mentoring are several of the topics discussed in this seminar course. Prerequisite: NUR 320, NUR 325, NUR 340, NUR 345. Pre- or Corequisite: NUR 315, NUR 360. (Acceleration Criteria must be met to corequisite NUR 360 and NUR 410, See Acceleration option). (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$138.00. 2 credits**

**Dual Degree students need GPA of 3.0 and successful completion of NUR 320 and NUR 340 to take NUR 325 and/or NUR 345 and/or NUR 360 and/or NUR 410.
NUR 415 HUMANISTIC NURSING PRACTICE: COMPREHENSIVE CLINICAL PRACTICUM

Comprehensive clinical practicum is a 195 hour independent clinical experience for the second half of the last semester. In this culminating course the student will actualize all previously synthesized material incorporating professional leadership/ management theories and strategies in the planning and implementation of professional humanistic nursing practice. The clinical experience is individually selected based on learning interest. A two hour seminar for content integration will be held bi-weekly during this course. Prerequisite: All Nursing Courses; All Science Courses. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee-$245.00. 5 credits

N.B.-Course is offered second half of either semester only.
NUR 470 INDEPENDENT STUDY

(formerly NUR 291)

Open to students able to pursue, in-depth, an area of special interest. Directed readings, discussion and study of a problem under guidance of a member of the department. Credits commensurate with project. Pre- or Corequisites: NUR 305, 306 and approval of chairperson and instructor(s). (Offered upon request) Credits vary
NUR 471 THEORETICAL TRANSITION TO PROFESSIONAL NURSING

This three (3) credit theory course is meant to provide transition to professional nursing for nurses with a baccalaureate degree in a non-nursing field. The Humanistic Nursing Framework at Molloy College is introduced and nurses are prepared in such areas as nursing research, critical thinking, leadership and management and legal/ethical/health care issues that face nurses in current practice in a variety of situations. 45 hours per semester. Tuition and credits are at the undergraduate level. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
NUR 496 RN: LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT

(formerly NUR 254 RN)

This is a Level IV theory and clinical course for the Registered Nurse undergraduate student. The two (2) hour/week theory component focuses on contemporary professional leadership/ management concepts and issues within the Humanistic Nursing Framework. Concepts such as managed care, collaboration and financial management are included. The concepts/issues are relevant to the Registered Nurse practicing in an integrated Health Care Network. The 135 hour/semester clinical component consists of individually selected experiences based on selected learning needs. Students are required to assemble a professional portfolio based on their experiences. Prerequisite: All prior nursing courses and Challenge Exams. (Only RN/Dual Degree or RN/Completion Students may enroll in this course.) (Offered Fall, Spring) Liability Insurance required. Fee-$240.00. 5 credits
GRADUATE-LEVEL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR DUAL-DEGREE PROGRAM NURSING STUDENTS ONLY:
NUR 505 ADVANCED NURSING THEORY

This course explores the nature of nursing’s conceptual models and theories. Students are expected to interpret the view of current theorists in relation to the concepts of the Molloy Humanistic Nursing Framework. Emphasis is placed on comparing and contrasting recognized theories and their application to professional practice. (Offered Fall, Spring) 30 lecture hours per semester: 3 credits
NUR 510 CURRENT ISSUES IN PROFESSIONAL NURSING

This course provides for the critical analysis of professional nursing as influenced by social, cultural, political, economic, legal and educational trends. Emphasis will be placed on nursing’s mandate to hold in high esteem the uniqueness and dignity of all humanity. Consideration is given to ethical decision-making as it relates to social policy. Incorporated in the course will be debate and persuasive argumentation based on critical thinking. (Offered Fall, Spring) 30 lecture hours per semester: 3 credits
NUR 515 ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY

This course focuses on the exploration of current research findings in organizational theories. Students examine behaviors in organizations, with a particular focus on organizational design and structure, organizational culture and climate, theories of motivation, groups, leadership, power and conflict and change and organizational innovation. Students apply theories to actual situations in nursing education and nursing management through the use of case study analysis. (Offered Fall, Spring) 30 lecture hours per semester: 3 credits

NURS 210. Intro to Pathophysiology (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101. Co-requisites: N 212, 230, 240, 250, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This theory course presents information on specific interruptions in normal function of the major human physiological systems. It includes clinical manifestations of specific diseases and general principles guiding medical and nursing interventions for these diseases. Emphasis is on conceptual understanding of the disease process and the pathological commonalties among these processes.

NURS 211. Pharmacology (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101, N 210, 212, 230, 240, 250. Co-requisites: N 231, 241, 251, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This theory course focuses on the effects of drugs and drug interactions of the individual throughout the life span. Emphasis is on the nursing role in medication administration with considerations of the impact of legal, social, and technological changes. Teaching plans for clients and their families are a major focus.

NURS 212. Nutrition in Promotion, Maintenance and Restoration of Health (2)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101. Co-requisites: N 210, 230, 240, 250, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This theory course focuses on the principles and practices of nutrition and diet therapy as applied to health and disease states of clients across the lifespan. The role of the nurse in promoting optimal nutrition is central to this course.

NURS 230. Conceptual Foundations of Professional Practice (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101. Co-requisites: N 210, 212, 240, 250, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This theory course introduces the student to the profession of nursing. Its history, theory, and essential skills such as, communication, critical thinking, decision-making, and the nursing process will be major focus areas. Additionally, health care delivery systems, ethics, legal aspects of nursing, and caring for the person, family and self are explored.

NURS 231. Nursing Therapeutics I (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101, N 210, 212, 230, 240, 250. Co-requisites: N 211, 241, 251, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This theory course explores nursing mechanisms to categorize and diagnose human responses and formulate appropriate interventions. The concepts of environment and nursing are emphasized.

NURS 232. Conceptual Foundations of Professional Practice for the Master’s Entry Option degree student (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101. Co-requisites: N 210, 212, 240, 250, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This theory course introduces the student to the profession of nursing. Its history, theory, and essential skills such as, communication, critical thinking, decision-making, and the nursing process will be major focus areas. Additionally, health care delivery systems, ethics, legal aspects of nursing, and caring for the person, family and self are explored.

NURS 240. Assessment of Human Response I (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101. Co-requisites: N 210, 212, 230, 250, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This theory course assists the student to apply concepts of health and person. A holistic approach is used when assessing selected basic human responses. Culturally sensitive interventions are designed to meet client needs.

NURS 241. Assessment of Human Responses II (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101, N 210, 212, 230, 240, 250. Co-requisites: N 211, 231, 251, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This theory course guides the student in differentiating between illness and wellness through a thorough and systematic assessment. The emphasis is on physiological assessment that builds on and incorporates the principles of psychosocial and cultural assessment.

NURS 250. Clinical Lab I (2)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101. Co-requisites: N 210, 212, 230, 240, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This clinical application course focuses the student on practices of basic skills and nursing procedures with emphasis on psychosocial assessment of clients in a wide variety of community settings.

NURS 251. Clinical Lab II (2)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101, N 210, 212, 230, 240, 250. Co-requisites: N 211, 231, 241, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This clinical application course focuses on the roles of communicator, caregiver, client advocate, and teacher. The student uses physical assessment skills and therapeutic interventions for stable hospitalized clients, administers medication, and implements a plan of care. Emphasis is given to the care of adults and aging adults with multiple needs in sub acute and skilled nursing facilities.

NURS 252. Clinical Lab I for the Master’s Entry Option degree student (2)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101. Co-requisites: N 210, 212, 230, 240, EW 215, PSYCH 210. This clinical application course focuses the student on practices of basic skills and nursing procedures with emphasis on psychosocial assessment of clients in a wide variety of community settings.

NURS 323. Nursing Research (3)

Prerequisite: MATH 103. Co-requisites: N 330, 340, 350. This theory course introduces the student to the research process and its application to nursing practice and social problems. Introductory critiquing skills are used to examine each step of the research process to enhance students/ understanding of their role as nurse research consumers.

NURS 330. Nursing Therapeutics II (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 115, 134, 135, 365, 366, CHEM 116, EW 215, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 241, 250, 251. Co-requisites: N 340, 350, 423. This theory course focuses on episodes of care and the principles of caseload management for adults. Students use selected human responses with an emphasis on physiological and psychological/cultural/spiritual assessment to identify and evaluate therapeutic interventions for adult clients. The course highlights the nurse’ role in managing client care in acute care settings.

NURS 331. Family Health I - Therapeutics/Principles and Methods (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 241, 250, 251, 330, 340, 350 423. Co-requisites: N 341, 351, 352. This theory course focuses on the principles of case management with an emphasis on the childbearing family. The nursing role of case manager is introduced in the context of the childbearing family. The course explores the nursing management in the care of childbearing women, their infant and their families.

NURS 340. Principles & Methods of Practice I (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 113, 114, 115, 134, 135, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 241, 250, 251. Co-requisites: N 330, 350, 423. This theory course focuses on scientific concepts and principles related to monitoring and treatment of human responses. The student identifies, describes, and analyses selected nursing interventions and treatments appropriate to adults with acute and/or chronic health care problems.

NURS 341. Family Health II - Therapeutics/Principles and Methods (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 115, 134, 135, 365, 366, CHEM 116, EW 215, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 241, 250, 251, 330, 340, 350 423. Co-requisites: N 331, 351, 352. This theory course focuses on family centered care in the childrearing years. The nursing role of case manager is introduced in the context of the childrearing family. The course focuses on the child as an individual and as a member of the family and community. Specific content related to the physical, emotional, and social growth and development of the child is introduced. The causes, treatment, and prevention of childhood conditions are explored.

NURS 350. Nursing Process in Restoration of Health I (4)

Prerequisites: BIO 115, 134, 135, 365, 366, CHEM 116, EW 215, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 241, 250, 251. Co-requisites: N 330, 340, 423. This clinical application course guides the student in providing comprehensive care for acutely ill adults. The student has a variety of learning experiences in the hospital setting including performing nursing care on an adult medical surgical nursing unit, observing in the operating suite, and alternative experiences in other settings such as emergency department, clinics, or areas where specific diagnostic procedures are performed.

NURS 351. Clinical Lab IV-A (2)

Prerequisites: BIO 115, 134, 135, 365, 366, CHEM 116, EW 215, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 241, 250, 251, 330, 340, 350 423. Co-requisites: N 331, 341, 352. This clinical application course focuses on family centered care in the childrearing years. The nursing role of case manager in the context of the childrearing family is applied in a variety of settings. There is an emphasis on the skills essential to meeting the physical, emotion, and social needs of well children and children with acute or chronic conditions.

NURS 352. Clinical Lab IV-B (2)

Prerequisites: BIO 115, 134, 135, 365, 366, CHEM 116, EW 215, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 241, 250, 251, 330, 340, 350 423. Co-requisites: N 331, 341, 351. This clinical application course focuses on the scientific concepts and principles related to monitoring and caring for human responses common to childbearing women, their infants and their families in hospitals and community settings. There is an emphasis on the skills essential to meeting the physical, emotion, and social needs of women experiencing healthy and complicated pregnancies.

NURS 430. Nursing Therapeutics III (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 115, 134, 135, 365, 366, CHEM 116, EW 215, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 250, 251, 330, 331, 340, 341, 350, 351, 352, 423. Co-requisites: N 450. This theory course focuses on health care delivery to vulnerable populations. The emphasis is on the care of individuals, groups, and aggregates in community settings. Students analyze nursing interventions appropriate for the persons experiencing complex physiological problems and/or severe and persistent mental illness. Research and epidemiological data are used to guide the class discussions and class analysis to facilitate student learning and clinical problem solving.

NURS 450. Clinical Lab V (5)

Prerequisites: BIO 115, 134, 135, 365, 366, CHEM 116, EW 215, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 250, 251, 330, 331, 340, 341, 350, 351, 352, 423. Co-requisites: N 430. This community based practical application course focuses on clients experiencing complex physiological and psychological problems. Nursing interventions for the care of vulnerable population is emphasized.

NURS 451. Clinical Lab VI (5)

Prerequisites: BIO 115, 134, 135, 365, 366, CHEM 116, EW 215, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 250, 251, 330, 331, 340, 341, 350, 351, 352, 423, 430, 450. Co-requisites: N 461, 481. This clinical application course centers on student practice a selected specialty with a clinical preceptor. The focus is on human responses appropriate to the client/client population throughout the continuum of care. Managed care and leadership skills are integrated within the practice setting. Students design, implement and evaluate a capstone project in the clinical setting.

NURS 461. Leadership in Managed Care Systems (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 115, 134, 135, 365, 366, CHEM 116, EW 215, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 250, 251, 330, 331, 340, 341, 350, 351, 352, 423, 430, 450. Co-requisites: N 451, 481. This theory course focuses on beginning practitioners in a managed care environment. Didactic content includes the philosophy of managed care, technology and managed care practice, quality improvement and case management in integrated delivery systems. Students will analyze strategies to develop programs for health promotion, disease prevention and client/provider health accountability in a restructured health care system. Students will discuss concepts, principles and theories related to leadership in organizations. Didactic content includes human resource management, budgeting, and finance.

NURS 481. Senior Seminar (1)

Prerequisites: BIO 115, 134, 135, 365, 366, CHEM 116, EW 215, PSYCH 101, PSYCH 210, N 210, 211, 212, 230, 231, 240, 250, 251, 330, 331, 340, 341, 350, 351, 352, 423, 430, 450. Co-requisites: N 451, 461. This clinical support course focuses on student participation and leadership in seminar discussions related to nursing and selected human responses appropriate to the client base served in the clinical setting of their precepted experience. Examination of the multiplicity of nursing roles and the expanding role of the nurse in a variety of settings are explored. Ethical and legal issues related to the profession of nursing are discussed.

(This program is for individuals with prior earned bachelor’s degree (i.e., B.A., B.S.) who wish to be prepared for licensure as a registered nurse while simultaneously earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.)

Attention Students: 2009 Fee Structure
Following is the Department of Nursing’s fee structure for 2009.

RN-to-BSN students’ orientation fee = $595.00.
Basic BSN program orientation fee = $1,395.00.
Theory course feels = $250.00 per course.
Clinical course fees = $400.00 per course.

Please check with your program’s lead faculty or with the Dean of the School of Health and Human Services for more information.
Requirements

Departmental Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Accelerated post-bachelor’s BSN program, candidates must satisfy all of the following criteria:
Have completed the National University undergraduate admission process.
Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school.
Have an overall college GPA of 2.75 OR 3.0 on the last 60 hours of coursework completed.
Attend a Pre-Nursing Program Information Forum, for more information please email Nursing@nu.edu
Complete all prerequisites courses.
Submit the appropriate nursing program application
Take the Test of Essential Academic Skills.
Complete a proctored essay.

Degree Requirements
To receive a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), students must complete at least 180 quarter units as outlined below, a minimum of 76.5 quarter units of which must be completed at the upper-division level and 45 quarter units of which must be completed in residence at National University. Students should refer to the section on undergraduate admission and evaluation. The following courses are specific degree requirements. In the absence of transfer credit, students may take additional general electives to satisfy the total units required for the degree.

Pre-Requisites
COM 103 - Oral Communication
MTH 210 - Probability and Statistics (Prerequisite: Placement Evaluation)
or
NSG 322 - Introduction to Biomedical Statistics
PSY 100 - Introduction to Psychology
SOC 100 - Principles of Sociology (+) (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101)
SCI 201 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
(Recommended: prior completion of SCI 100/100A, SCI 101/101A, or equivalent courses)
SCI 201 - Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I (Prerequisite: SCI 201)
SCI 202 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
(Recommended: Prior completion of SCI 201/201A, SCI 100/100A, SCI 101/101A, or equivalent courses)
SCI 202A - Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II (Prerequisite: SCI 202)
SCI 203 - Introductory Microbiology
(Recommended: Prior completion of SCI 201/201A, SCI 202/202A, SCI 100/100A, SCI 101/101A, or equivalent courses)
SCI 203A - Introductory Microbiology Laboratory (Prerequisite: SCI 203)

Nursing Core Courses
NSG 403 - Nursing Theories and Models
(Prerequisite: Admission to nursing program, and cumulative GPA and completion of required general education preparation with a minimum GPA 2.75)
NSG 211T - Health Assessment ** (3 quarter units)
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 403)
NSG 211A - Health Assessment Clinical ** (1.5 quarter units)
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 403)
NSG 304 - Pharmacology in Nursing
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 211T and “S” in NSG 211A)
NSG 422 - Nursing Research (Prerequisites: NSG 322 and “C” or better in NSG 304)
NSG 200 - Foundations of Nursing Practice ** (Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 422)
NSG 200A - Foundation Clinical Laboratory ** (Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 422)
NSG 205 - Medical-Surgical Nursing I **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 200 and “S” in NSG 200A)
NSG 205A - Medical-Surgical Nursing Clinical **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 200 and “S” in NSG 200A)
NSG 320 - Medical-Surgical Nursing II **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 205 and “S” in NSG 205A)
NSG 320A - Medical-Surgical II Clinical **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 205 and “S” in NSG 205A)
NSG 314 - Child-Bearing Family Nursing **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 320 and “S” in NSG 320A)
NSG 314A - Child-Bearing Family Clinical **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 320 and “S” in NSG 320A)
NSG 315 - Pediatric Nursing **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 314 and “S” in NSG 314A)
NSG 315A - Pediatric Nursing Clinical **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 314 and “S” in NSG 314A)
NSG 325 - Psychosocial Nursing **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 315 and “S” in NSG 315A)
NSG 325A - Psychosocial Nursing Clinical **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 315 and “S” in NSG 315A)
NSG 412 - Community Healthcare Delivery ***
(Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previous nursing courses)
NSG 411 - Community Health Frameworks ***
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 412)
NSG 410 - Community: Population Focus
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 411)
NSG 340 - Nursing Leadership/Management **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 410)
NSG 340A - Leadership/Management Clinical **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 410)
NSG 440 - Issues in Professional Nursing (capstone course)
(Prerequisites: Completion of all other required nursing courses)

** Content required by CA Board of Registered Nursing.
*** This course requires a clinical practicum of 32 hours

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program prepares degree candidates to develop critical thinking, communication and therapeutic nursing skills within the framework of trans-cultural nursing. Graduates are able to manage the nursing care of culturally diverse clients in a variety of settings.

The BSN program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) through June 2011. The community health nursing course sequencing and content (NSG 412, NSG 411, and NSG 410) meet requirements for certification as a public health nurse in California.

Attention Students: 2009 Fee Structure
Following is the Department of Nursing’s fee structure for 2009.

RN-to-BSN students’ orientation fee = $595.00.
Basic BSN program orientation fee = $1,395.00.
Theory course feels = $250.00 per course.
Clinical course fees = $400.00 per course.

Please check with your program’s lead faculty or with the Dean of the School of Health and Human Services for more information.
Careers

Program Outcomes for all BSN Graduates
The BSN program prepares the graduate to be able to:
Formulate accurate nursing diagnoses based on multiple sources of collected data.
Plan, implement, and evaluate strategies with patient-related identified nursing diagnoses.
Work with families across the lifespan to identify learning needs and implement teaching strategies to achieve mutually defines healthcare goals.
Manage multiple patients in a variety of setting by prioritizing and appropriately using/incorporating available resources.
Effectively communicate with both patients/families and other members of the healthcare team.
Assume professional, ethical, and legal behavior upholding the standards of entry into the profession.
Practice professional nursing using theory and knowledge as a basis for practice.
Demonstrate competency by meeting standards of care in providing nursing care to a diverse set of clients in a multicultural community.
Demonstrate competency and leadership in organizing care for a caselod of clients.
Analyze and synthesize current findings from nursing research and research in related fields.
Evaluate current findings from relevant research for utilization in practice.
Develop a critical stance on professional issues related to nursing practice, education, and knowledge development by analyzing the historical and contemporary environments in nursing.
Use computer technologies to augment productivity and to gain access to multiple informational resource services.
Requirements

Departmental Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the generic entry BSN program at National University, candidates must satisfy all of the following criteria:
Have completed the National University undergraduate admission process
Attend a Pre-Nursing Program Information Forum, for more information please email Nursing@nu.edu
Have obtained a 2.75 cumulative GPA from all regionally accredited institutions attended
Complete all prerequisites courses
Take the Test of Essential Academic Skills
Submit the appropriate nursing program application
Complete a proctored written essay

Degree Requirements
To receive a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), students must complete at least 180 quarter units as outlined below, 45 quarter units of which must be completed in residence at National University and 76.5 quarter units must be upper-division. Students should refer to the section on undergraduate admission procedures for specific information on admission and evaluation. The following courses are specific degree requirements. In the absence of transfer credit, students may be required to take additional electives to satisfy the total units required for the degree.

Required General Education Preparation (18 courses; 60 quarter units)

AREA A: ENGLISH COMMUNICATION

CATEGORY 1 - Writing (6 quarter units)
ENG 100 - Effective College English I (3 quarter units)
ENG 101 - Effective College English II (3 quarter units) (Prerequisite: ENG 100)

CATEGORY 2 - Speech and Communication (4.5 quarter units)
COM 103 - Oral Communication

AREA B: MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS AND QUANTITATIVE REASONING (4.5 quarter units)
MTH 210 - Probability and Statistics (Prerequisite: Placement Evaluation)
or
NSG 322 - Introduction to Biomedical Statistics

AREA C: INFORMATION LITERACY AND TECHNOLOGY (4.5 quarter units)
ILR 260 - Information Literacy (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101)

AREA D: ARTS AND HUMANITIES (9 quarter units)
See the General Education section of the catalog for applicable courses.

AREA E: SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (9 quarter units)
PSY 100 - Introduction to Psychology
SOC 100 - Principles of Sociology (+) (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101)

AREA F: PHYSICAL AND BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES (18 quarter units)
SCI 201 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
(Recommended: Prior completion of SCI 100/100A, SCI 101/101A, or equivalent courses)
SCI 201A - Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I
(Prerequisite: SCI 201)
SCI 202 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
(Recommended: Prior completion of SCI 201/201A, SCI 100/100A, SCI 101/101A, or equivalent courses)
SCI 202A - Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II (Prerequisite: SCI 202)
SCI 203 - Introductory Microbiology (Recommended: Prior completion of SCI 201/201A, SCI 202/202A, SCI 100/100A, or equivalent courses)
SCI 203A - Introductory Microbiology Laboratory (Prerequisite: SCI 203)

AREA G: MODERN LANGUAGE (9 quarter units)
SPN 340A - Spanish for the Work Place
SPN 341 - Cross-Cultural Communication

AREA A-G: GENERAL EDUCATION (4.5 quarter units)
SOC 500 - Cultural Pluralism in the USA (Prerequisite: ENG 100/101)
or
HUB 500 - Cross-Cultural Dynamics of Human Behavior
(Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100)

The following areas of General Education must be completed prior to beginning any preparation for the Major or Nursing Major core coursework: Area A1, A2, Area B, Area C, Area E, and Area F.

Preparation for the Major (9 courses; 36 quarter units)
NSG 403 - Nursing Theories and Models
(Prerequisite: Admission to nursing program, and cumulative GPA completion of required general education preparation with a minimum GPA 2.75)
NSG 211T - Health Assessment ** (3 quarter units)
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 403)
NSG 211A - Health Assessment Clinical ** (1.5 quarter units)
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 403)
NSG 304 - Pharmacology in Nursing
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 211T and “S” in NSG 211A)
NSG 422 - Nursing Research
(Prerequisite: NSG 322 and “C” or better in NSG 304)
NSG 200 - Foundations of Nursing Practice **
NSG 200A - Foundations Clinical Lab **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 422)
NSG 205 - Medical-Surgical Nursing I **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 200 and “S” in NSG 200A)
NSG 205A - Medical-Surgical I Clinical **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 200and “S” in NSG 200A)

Nursing Core Courses (14 courses; 60 quarter units)
NSG 320 - Medical-Surgical Nursing II **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 205 and “S” in NSG 205A)
NSG 320A - Medical-Surgical II Clinical **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 205 and “S” in NSG 205A)
NSG 314 - Child-Bearing Family Nursing **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 320 and “S” in NSG 320A)
NSG 314A - Child-Bearing Family Clinical **
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 320 and “S” in NSG 320A)
NSG 315 - Pediatric Nursing **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 314 and “S” in NSG 314A)
NSG 315A - Pediatric Nursing Clinical **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 314 and “S” in NSG 314A)
NSG 325 - Psychosocial Nursing **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 315 and “S” in NSG 315A)
NSG 325A - Psychosocial Nursing Clinical **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 315 and “S” in NSG 315A)
NSG 412 - Community Healthcare Delivery ***
(Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previous nursing courses)
NSG 411 - Community Health Frameworks ***
(Prerequisites: “C” or better in NSG 412)
NSG 410 - Community: Population Focus ***
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 411)
NSG 340 - Nursing Leadership/Management **
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 410)
NSG 340A - Leadership/Management Clinical ** (1.5 quarter units)
(Prerequisite: “C” or better in NSG 410)
NSG 440 - Issues in Professional Nursing (capstone course)
(Prerequisites: Completion of all other required nursing courses)

**Content required for licensure by CA Board of Registered Nursing.
***This course requires a clinical practicum of 32 hours.