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• NRS 414: Leadership & Mgmt in Nursing

  4.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Focuses on management principles; including leadership theories and concepts, decision-making processes, budgeting guidelines and case management concepts. Content on public policy and health care economics is incorporated. Principles from this course are integrated into concurrent clinical courses to enhance professional role development for pre-licensure students and RN-BSN students. Three hours Theory and three hours practicum per week. Prerequisite:    NRS306 AND NRS311 AND NRS312 AND NRS314 OR NRS305
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• NRS 451: Transcultural Health Issues

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provide students with a global perspective of transcultural health issues. Students will analyze the cultural, social, educational, economic, political, and environmental forces that contribute to health on an international level. Major cultural and ethnic determinants of health in developed and developing countries will be compared. Approaches used by diverse cultures in various countries in solving their health care problems will be addressed. Research on transcultural health issues will be examined. The role of major international health organizations dealing with cultural and ethical issues in world health will be evaluated.
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• NRS 501: Theoretical Role Dev Adv

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Focuses on the examination of philosophical and theoretical constructs related to role development in advanced nursing practice. Advanced practice domains of clinical practice, teaching and coaching, consultation, intra and inter-professional collaboration, care coordination, conflict resolution, research, nursing theory, leadership, quality improvement, advocacy, and ethical decision-making are explored. The reciprocal interrelationships among theory, theoretical frameworks and conceptual models, domains of practice, and research as integral components of nursing science development, evidence-based advanced nursing practice, education, and leadership are investigated. Theory development and strategies for the evaluation and testing of theories are explored. The student will identify concepts, principles and strategies inherent in a variety of nursing and related theories, (i.e., systems, change, professional socialization, leadership, chaos, complexity, organizational, etc.) to serve as a framework for the development and enrichment of own advanced practice roles. The student will analyze and apply the tenets of a conceptual model or theory of nursing to own philosophy of advanced nursing practice and potential practice issues/situations.
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• NRS 502: Epidemiology: Concept & Princ

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides a conceptual orientation and knowledge of techniques from epidemiology as a basis for all aspects of population-based practice in advanced nursing. The epidemiological perspective is presented as a framework for assessing the well-being of populations and designing, implementing, and evaluating strategic nursing and healthcare interventions. Students will apply basic epidemiological research designs in the investigation, analysis, and proposed solutions to observed patterns of health states.
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• NRS 503: Bases for Research Adv Nurs

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides a deeper understanding and critical appraisal of nursing research for application to evidence-based practice. Application of the steps of evidence based nursing practice is stressed. The proper formulation of Population Intervention Comparison Outcome Time (PICOT) questions, learning how to search relevant databases for evidence, critically appraising the evidence, and synthesizing the research findings are all emphasized. Development of a plan for implementation of the evidence and/or for generating additional evidence to improve nursing practice is addressed.
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• NRS 504: Patho Across Lifespan APN

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides the central concepts of physiology and pathologic mechanisms of disease that serve as a major component in the foundation for clinical assessment and management of individuals across the lifespan. The focus of the course is on etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, evaluation, and treatment of commonly encountered acute and chronic clinical conditions of children, adults, and older adults. Evidence- based research regarding pathological changes in disease states is synthesized and applied to current advanced nursing practice. In addition, major lab studies useful for verifying abnormalities are discussed.
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• NRS 508: Lifespan Health Assessment

  2.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course focuses on developing the student's competence in performing health/physical assessment across the lifespan. Learning experiences are provided for synthesizing cognitive knowledge with psychomotor skills. Throughout the course emphasis is placed on the importance of communication and observational skills in conducting a holistic assessment for the purpose of developing a thorough understanding of the individual in order to determine appropriate and effective health care, including health promotion strategies across the lifespan. This assessment includes genetic, social, environmental, functional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, developmental and comprehensive physical examination. Prerequisite:    NRS504 OR NRS504
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• NRS 509: Role & Theory of School Nurs

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides an overview of the national framework for School Nursing practice and the role of the school nurse. Attention is given to the school nursing roles and responsibilities within the context of public health nursing. The focus is on the implementation of the framework based on local and state mandates and laws. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of the framework and Health People objectives.
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• NRS 513: Mgmt & Org Beh in Nurs Adm

  2.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Applies managerial theories and concepts to the practice and performance of nursing administration behavior, management information systems and use of managerial principles, organizational behavior, management information systems and financial accounting related to healthcare administration for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality healthcare. The focus of the clinical experience within this course is the application of the theoretical and practical knowledge to assist nurse leaders to meet the demands of ongoing and changing patient care services managed with complex adaptive systems. Prerequisite:    NRS501 AND ACNT511 AND MGT560 AND MGT567 AND MGT582 AND NRS502 AND NRS503 AND NRS520 OR MGMT583
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• NRS 515: DX/MAN Adult/Ages I

  6.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Focuses on the diagnosis and management of health problems in young adults (including late adolescents and emancipated minors), adults, and older adults (including young-old and old-old adults) in the primary care setting. Emphasis is placed on developing knowledge related to the most common diagnoses and health problems across the entire adult-older adult age spectrum in primary care. These include, but are not limited to, cardiac, respiratory, endocrine, mental health, and renal diagnoses and problems. In addition, the course addresses issues related to the role of the nurse practitioner and provides opportunities to discuss these as the student begins the transition to this advanced practice nursing role in primary care. Prerequisite:    NRS507 AND NRS508 OR NRS507
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