Nursing NUR 501 Advanced Pathophysiology/Pharmacology (4) This course focuses on advanced concepts of nonpathological physiology by systems. Variations from normal and pathophysiologic processes across the lifespan are presented. In addition to pathophysiology, classifications of pharmaceuticals are examined in relation to indication for use and evidence of efficacy. Elements of health promotion, quality/safety, evidence-based practice, and education are integrated throughout the course.
NUR 503 Advanced Health Assessment with Lab (3) Advanced health assessment builds upon the professional nurse’s assessment and clinical reasoning skills. Emphasis is placed on advanced health assessment skills, risk assessment, integration of evidence-based practice guidelines, and patient education (health promotion) across the life span and health care setting. Virtual labs will be conducted each week via an online learning platform. A systematic approach will be used to aid knowledge acquisition.
NUR 505 Research for Evidence-Based Practice (3) In this course students are introduced to evidence-based practice as it relates to the science of nursing. Students gain practical knowledge of research principles/ methodologies through the initial development of a research-driven capstone project. At the completion of this course students will have determined an area of interest (research agenda), developed a clinical practice research question (PICOT question), and completed an integrated literature review (project prospectus).
NUR 506 Advanced Nursing Theory (3) In this nursing theory course students will examine the development and utilization of nursing theory, including its history, influencing factors, and future applications. At the completion of this course, students will be able to connect the utility of nursing theory to clinical practice.
NUR 514 Health Informatics (3) Health informatics is focused on the optimal use of data, information, and knowledge, to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare across a variety of settings. Students will develop informatic skills by formulating plans to address data or information issues related to healthcare, research, and health education.
NUR 515 Health Policy & Leadership (3) The purpose of this course is to explore the connection between healthy policy and patient care within a framework of nursing education and nursing leadership.
NUR 521 Financial Management in Healthcare Adminsitration (3) In this course, students examine the economic and financial factors affecting healthcare administrators and the daily operations of complex healthcare organizations. Principles of reimbursement, value-based purchasing, budgeting, and quality outcomes indicators are considered. Students apply new financial knowledge by creating, analyzing, and establishing ongoing evaluation needs of a budget.
NUR 523 Strategic Management for Healthcare Professionals (3) In this course, students examine the importance of strategic nursing knowledge and planning to facilitate change, manage collaborative projects, develop contingency plans, and apply methods for sustaining innovation within complex healthcare organizations. The application of knowledge will be through the development of a strategic plan and steps for successful implementation.
NUR 525 Human Resource Management for Healthcare (3) Human resource management introduces students to the essential role of human resource management within complex healthcare organizations. Through the lens of nursing administration, students explore the dynamic interrelationships between organizational theories and various operational topics. Topics include staffing, orientation, performance management, team dynamics, conflict resolution, talent retention, and professional development.
NUR 532 MSN Capstone Project (3) In this capstone course students will develop a scholarly proposal to address a specific clinical problem. The student’s final submitted proposal will include an introduction/problem statement, a synthesis of the literature, a section of a theoretical and relevant clinical framework, and implementation plan, a method section, and a data collection/analysis plan. Students will also complete human research protection training and complete Tennessee Wesleyan’s IRB checklist for project implementation.
NUR 533 MSN Internship (4) This course serves to apply the strategies and knowledge developed throughout the MSN curriculum. Students complete 270 practical hours working with a faculty-approved preceptor. The focus is on bridging the gap between theory and practice by providing opportunities to apply program knowledge to common academic and/ or healthcare issues. Students will also implement and evaluate the MSN capstone project. Prerequisite: 260 clinical hours are required.
