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• NURS 621: Clinical Decision Making I practicum

  1.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides opportunity for the student to implement the objectives identified in NURS 620. Students may select experiences from a variety of clinical settings appropriate to the course focus. Three clinical hours weekly. This course must be taken concurrently with NURS 620.
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• NURS 622: Nursing Practice for School Populations

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course, in conjunction with NURS 623 Nursing Practice with School Populations Practicum, are the culminating nursing courses for eligibility for certification as a school nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The role of the professional nurse in providing for the health and learning needs of students with and without special needs, families and the school community is explored. Within all components of the course, the responsibility of the school nurse to exercise leadership, in collaboration with teachers, administrators, and parents for planning, implementing, and evaluating the school health program is emphasized as well as the major socioeconomic and ethical factors which influence it.
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• NURS 623: Nursing Practice for School Populations PR

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course, in conjunction with NURS 622 Nursing Practice with School Populations, are the culminating nursing courses for eligibility for certification as a school nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The 100-hour practicum with a Certified School Nurse emphasizes the application of all theoretical course work in fulfilling the role of the school nurse with school populations. The students carry out the role of the professional school nurse in providing for the health and learning needs of diverse students with and without special needs, families, and the school community.
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• NURS 630: Clinical Decision Making II

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course focuses upon birth through adolescence in regard to health promotion, wellness maintenance, disease prevention, early detection of problems, prompt treatment of acute illness, and support for management and self-care during chronic conditions. All dimensions of development and the total health of the child and family are considered. Course theory seeks to expand the practitioner's base of knowledge and understanding while clinical practicum provides an opportunity for the application of learning and the enhancement of decision-making skills. Opportunity is provided for the development of skill in selected therapeutic interventions related to health care of the client from birth through adolescence. The course provides for expansion of knowledge for application in working with clients, families, and colleagues in clinical practice. Collaboration with other health care providers is fostered. Three lecture hours weekly. The course must be taken concurrently with NURS 631 and NURS 632.
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• NURS 631: Clinical Decision Making II: Role Seminar

  1.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This seminar, a controlled environment for deliberation on clinical situations encountered, explores the role of the practitioner in advanced nursing practice. It provides opportunities for discussion of alternative approaches to diagnosis, advanced nursing, medical or collaborative management. The seminar will include the discussion of clinical based research questions, client presentation, and effective treatment interventions. Two laboratory hours weekly. This course must be taken concurrently with NURS 630 and NURS 632.
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• NURS 632: Clinical Decision Making II Practicum

  2.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides opportunity for the student to implement the objectives identified in NURS 630. Students may select experiences from a variety of clinical settings appropriate to the course focus. Six clinical hours weekly. This course must be taken concurrently with NURS 630 and NURS 631.
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• NURS 640: Clinical Decision Making III

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course focuses upon adults (young, middle aged, and older) in regard to health promotion, wellness maintenance, disease prevention, early detection of problems, prompt treatment of acute illness, and support for management and self-care during chronic conditions. All dimensions of development and the total health of the adult and family are considered. Course theory seeks to expand the practitioner's base of knowledge and understanding while clinical practicum provides an opportunity for the application of learning and the enhancement of decision-making skills. Opportunity is provided for the development of skill in selected therapeutic interventions related to heath care of the adult. The course provides for expansion of knowledge for application in working with clients, families, and colleagues in clinical practice. Collaboration with other health care providers is fostered with emphasis upon the coordination and continuity of client care. Three lecture hours weekly. This course must be taken concurrently with NURS 641 and 642.
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• NURS 641: Clinical Decision Making III: Role Seminar

  1.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This seminar, a controlled environment for deliberation on clinical situations encountered, explores the role of the practitioner in advanced nursing practice. It provides opportunities for discussion of alternative approaches to diagnosis, advanced nursing, medical or collaborative management. The seminar will include the discussion of clinical based research questions, client presentations, and effective treatment interventions. Two laboratory hours weekly. This course must be taken concurrently with NURS 640 and 642.
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• NURS 642: Clinical Decision Making III Practicum

  2.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides opportunity for the student to implement the objectives identified in NURS 640. Students may select experiences from a variety of clinical settings appropriate to the course focus. Six clinical hours weekly. This course must be taken concurrently with NURS 640 and NURS 641.
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• NURS 645: Nursing and Public Policy

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course examines the implications of health care financing, structuring, labor market trends, and current health care reform proposals for nursing in general and for advanced practice nursing specifically. Additionally, the student will be stimulated to appreciate the critical need for nurses to engage in activities, individually and as members of professional organizations, that will enhance the position of nursing in influencing health care policy and legislation at all levels local, state, and federal. A pervasive theme throughout the course is the ultimate goal of improving the health care of our citizens. Spring annually.
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