Adams, C. Anderson, J. Anderson, Chae, Christian, Covington (Dean), Evanson, Gragert, Guido, Hanson, Harsell, Heuer, Hunter, Hurley, Ide, Lindseth, Macejkovic, Melland, Morris, Odermann, Rudel, Seal, Stahl, Stauffenecker, B. Thompson, P. Thompson, Tyree, Vari, Wright and Yurkovich
College of
Nursing
The graduate receives the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) degree and is eligible to take the national board examination for registered nurse licensure. UND nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and are approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
Information on any newly approved programs or changes in programs/major since the printing of this catalog will be available on the Nursing web site at: www.nursing.und.edu.
The nursing program admits students in March (to fill a fall class) and October (to fill a spring class). The application deadline is February 1 (for admission to fall class), and July 1 (for admission to spring class). The application process is online and may be accessed at: www.nursing.und.edu/bsn.
Application: Approximately 50 students are admitted each semester, determined by the availability of faculty and clinical facilities. Selection is made on the basis of academic record of core courses and points awarded for the personal statement submitted by each applicant and reviewed by nursing faculty. Students who are resubmitting a qualified application may be eligible for additional consideration. Prospective students should contact their adviser or the College of Nursing Admissions and Records Associate for the specifics of the selection process and procedures. Applicants who are not granted admission for the semester they requested are eligible to reapply.
major, the student applying must first be admitted to UND, must have an active U-mail account, and must have completed the following courses or equivalents with a grade of C or better:
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English 110 |
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* English 120/125 |
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General Chemistry w/lab (Chem 115/115L or Chem 121/121L) |
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* Organic and Biochemistry w/lab (Chem 116/116L) |
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* Human Anatomy with lab (Anat 204/204L) |
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* Introduction to Psychology (Psyc 111) |
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* Introduction to Sociology (Cultural Anthropology or Social
Problems may be taken in place of Introduction to Sociology) |
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Developmental Psychology (Psyc 250) or Abnormal
Psychology (Psyc 270) |
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College Algebra (Math 103) or equivalent |
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Additionally, applicants must have earned at least a 2.50 overall and UND GPA (higher core GPAs will be more competitive). College Level Examination Program (CLEP) subject exam results, math placement results, and English Composition waivers will be accepted according to current university policy.
Admission: Upon notice of admission to the nursing program, documentation of the following verifications of immunizations, tests, or certifications must be submitted to the College of Nursing. Failure to do so by the deadline provided (August 15 for Fall Admission or December 31 for Spring Admission) can result in loss of nursing placement. A non-refundable $75 deposit on the program fee will also be required. The minimum GPA of 2.50 must be maintained. All immunizations, tests, or certifications must be current and may not expire prior to beginning the nursing curriculum. Updates or recertification must be completed prior to starting classes each semester.
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Submit copy of CNA course completion documentation and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. |
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Current medical/hospitalization Insurance or Certification of Assumption of full responsibility for any health care treatment costs incurred. |
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Proof of immunity to chicken pox (varicella) |
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Proof of immunity to measles (rubeola), mumps & rubella (2 MMR immunizations) |
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Two negative TB tests (Mantoux) with the last test current for the entire semester of admission; thereafter, students must submit an annual TB test. |
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Hepatitis B vaccine series of 3 injections. |
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Hepatitis B antibody titre, a test for immunity following vaccination, after the Hepatitis B series is completed. (Anti-HBs is the antibody test to hepatitis B surface antigen). |
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Current CPR certification by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association to include adult, infant and child and one- and two-person CPR. Certification must be renewed annually in the nursing program. |
Additional courses to complete prior to beginning nursing courses:
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· Microbiology 202/Lab |
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· Human Physiology 301 |
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· Nutrition 240 |
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· Abnormal Psychology 270 and Developmental Psychology 250 |
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NOTE: Students will be automatically assigned to the catalog active at the time of admission to the Nursing program unless they request otherwise.
Students may petition to establish credit through special examinations according to University policy. Equivalency of courses on other campuses with those at UND should be verified by contacting the College of Nursing as early as possible.
Admission of Transfer Students. Students transferring to the nursing major from other accredited institutions must fulfill the same minimum prerequisite requirements as current University of North Dakota students. The first requirement for admission to the Nursing program is admission to UND. The dates for submission of the application and consideration of applicants are the same for all students. Students seeking to transfer to the College of Nursing from other accredited institutions are advised to correspond with the College of Nursing before applying for admission to the University of North Dakota. During that admission process the student’s transfer work will be evaluated. Equivalency of courses from other campuses should be verified by contacting the College of Nursing as early as possible. All qualified students are considered on merit. Because of the number of applicants, students cannot be guaranteed admission to the nursing major. The number of applicants typically exceeds the available spaces; therefore, students cannot be guaranteed admission to the nursing major.
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). LPNs interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree are considered for admission as transfer students. Further information concerning the progression of the LPN student can be obtained by contacting the College of Nursing at: www.nursing.und.edu. Transcripts of previous academic work must be submitted as part of the application to the University and to the nursing program. Some nursing courses may be waived for applicants who are LPNs.
Additional Expenses. In addition to the regular university tuition and fees, nursing students are charged a nursing program fee each semester. One half of the first semester’s program fee ($75) is due upon acceptance of a position in the nursing program at UND and is non-refundable. Costs of laboratory tests and immunizations required for the protection of the student and client (e.g., TB skin test, hepatitis vaccination, and health care insurance costs) are the responsibility of the student. There are additional expenses related to uniforms and clinical equipment, graduation, and licensure. An estimated expense sheet is available from the College of Nursing web pages. Students are responsible for transportation related to clinical experience. Use of a car, especially for public health nursing is necessary. Students may complete the practicum course at a distant site. There are travel and housing costs associated with that affiliation.
Standardized Testing. To facilitate success on the licensure exam, students participate in standardized testing as they enter the nursing curriculum, as they progress through the curriculum, and prior to graduation. If, after two attempts, a benchmark score is not attained on exams reflective of course content, students are required to enroll in a one credit remediation course in the next semester. If after enrolling in the remedial course the student does not achieve the benchmark score after retaking the exam twice, the student may not progress in the nursing curriculum. Students must also achieve a benchmark score on an exam predictive of success on the licensing exam administered prior to graduation before being deemed qualified to sit for the licensing exam.
B.S. IN NURSING
Required 129 credits (36 of which must be numbered 300 or above, and
60 of which must be from a 4-year institution) including: |
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General Education Requirements including 9 credits of Arts and Humanities, 9 credits of Communications and approximately 3 credits of other electives. A minimum of three (3) credits of the General Education Requirements must meet the World Culture designation (See University GER listing). It is recommended that students try to complete the majority of these prior to admission to nursing. |
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A minimum overall grade point average of 2.50. |
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The following curriculum: |
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*Freshman level (Pre-Nursing) – Semester
One
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*Engl 110 |
College Composition I |
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*Chem 115/115L |
Introductory Chemistry and Lab |
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*Chem 121/121L |
General Chemistry I and Lab |
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*Psyc 111 |
Introduction to Psychology |
(3) |
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*Soc 110 |
Introduction to Sociology |
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*Soc 115 |
Social Problems |
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*Anth 171 |
Cultural Anthropology |
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*Math 103 |
College Algebra |
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*Freshman
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Two
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*Engl 120 |
Composition II |
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*Engl 125 |
Technical & Business
Writing |
(3) |
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*Chem 116/116L |
Intro to Organic & Biochemistry/Lab |
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(will also accept Chem 122/L if Biol. 150, 150L and Biol 151 and 151L are also completed) |
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*Anat 204, 204L |
Anatomy for Paramedical Personnel/Lab |
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*Psyc 250 |
Developmental Psychology |
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*Psyc 270 |
Developmental Psychology |
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Arts & Humanities
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Sophomore
level (Pre-Nursing) – Semester
Three
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#PPT 301 |
Mechanics of Human Physiology/Lab (Fall only |
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#MBio 202/202L |
Intro. to Medical Microbiology/Lab |
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#Psyc 250 |
Devlopmental Psychology |
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#Psyc 270 |
Abnormal Psychology |
(3) |
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#Nutr 240 |
Fundamentals of Nutrition |
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Arts & Humanities
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*Must be completed prior to admission to the College of Nursing. |
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# Must be completed prior to beginning nursing courses. |
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Sophomore
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Four
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PPT 315 |
Introduction to Pharmacology |
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Nurs 282 |
Health Promotion |
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Nurs 284 |
Functional Changes in Aging |
(2) |
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Nurs 289 |
Professional Role Development I |
(2) |
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Nurs 302 |
Pathophysiology |
(3) |
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Nurs 303 |
Assessment across the Life Span |
(4) |
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Junior level (Nursing) – Semester
Five |
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Nurs 321 |
Nursing Procedures
(1 hour theory, 3 hours lab per week) |
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Nurs 322 |
Nursing Care of Diverse Families
(3 hours theory per week) |
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Nurs 371 |
Adult Nursing Care I
(2 hours theory, 6 hours clinical per week) |
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Nurs 372 |
Childbearing Family
(1 hour theory, 3 hours clinical per week) |
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Statistics |
Soc 326, Psyc 241 or Econ 210 |
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Arts & Humanities
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Junior level (Nursing) – Semester
Six
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Nurs 323 |
Adult Nursing Care II
(theory only) |
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Nurs 324 |
Public Health Nursing Theory
(theory only) |
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Nurs 325 |
Advanced Nursing Procedures
(3 hours lab per week) |
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Nurs 326 |
Research
(theory only) |
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Nurs 373 |
Adult Nursing Care II Clinical
(12 hours clinical per week) |
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Nurs 374 |
Public Health Nursing Clinical
(6 hours clinical per week) |
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Arts & Humanities
or Comm. GER |
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Senior level (Nursing) – Semester
Seven
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Nurs 471 |
Child Health Nursing
(2 hours theory, 3 hours clinical per week) |
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Nurs 472 |
Psyc/Mental Health Nursing
(2 hours theory, 6 hours clinical per week) |
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Nurs 473 |
Multisystem Complex AH
(2 hours theory, 6 hours clinical per week) |
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Elective |
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Senior level (Nursing) – Semester
Eight
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Nurs 420 |
nterprofessional Health Care
(3 hours of seminar for 6 weeks) |
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Nurs 425 |
Practicum Theory
(32 hours of theory for two weeks) |
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Nurs 474 |
Professional Development II
(10 hours of theory for 8 weeks) |
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Nurs 475 |
Practicum
(192 hours of clinical for six weeks) |
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Nurs 476 |
Complex Childbearing Family
(1.5 hours theory, 1.5 hour clinical per week) |
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Students are encouraged to consider elective nursing courses such as Cooperative Education, Independent Study and Honors; students should obtain supplemental information from their faculty adviser or the College of Nursing Director of Student Affairs. |
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PROGRESSION AND CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER ADMISSION
Students should note that nursing courses are sequenced to build on one another over five semesters. Careful attention should be paid to pre-and co-requisites. Each semester is to be completed in its entirety before progressing to the next semester. Students who need to extend the number of semesters to complete the curriculum, i.e., part time, must see their advisor and notify the Admissions & Records Associate so their name may be placed on a waiting list.
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A 2.50 overall GPA is required for
progression at the end of each semester.
- A student must attain a letter grade of at least a “C” in each of the courses required in the undergraduate nursing curriculum, including all the nursing, science and support courses, to progress to the next semester of nursing courses and for graduation from the College of Nursing.
- A student earning a “D” or an “F” in any required nursing course may repeat that course only once.
- A student may only repeat one required nursing course.
Students who do not meet the academic progression criteria will be placed on probation. The nursing program also reserves the right to place students on probation, to suspend, or to dismiss any student in nursing whose performance in relation to client care is unsatisfactory. Additional details and any modifications in policies may be obtained from the Dean of the College, and are available in the College of Nursing undergraduate student handbook.
RN/BSN OPTION
NURSING CURRICULUM SEQUENCE
Students in the RN/BSN option program may attend classes either full or part-time. Thirty semester credits of UND nursing coursework are required (see below). In addition, students must complete all UND general education requirements, RN/BSN program prerequisites and UND graduation requirements. A minimum of 129 credits and a minimum grade point average of 2.50 are required for graduation.
Admission Requirements. The following courses or their equivalents must be either completed at UND or accepted by the nursing program as transfer credit prior to beginning nursing courses:
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English Composition 110 and 120 or 125
Psychology 111 (Introductory)
Developmental Psychology 250
Sociology 110 (Introductory) or 115 (Social Problems) or
Anthropology 171 (Cultural)
Anatomy 204, 204L
PPT 301 (Physiology)
Microbiology 202, 202L
PPT 315 (Pharmacology)
Nutrition 240 (Fundamentals of Nutrition)
Statistics course (Soc 326, Psyc 241 or Econ 210) |
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A minimum GPA of 2.50 overall and on any UND coursework completed. |
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A current, unencumbered RN license. |
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Coursework from a completed associate degree from a regionally accredited college or diploma program in nursing. Graduates of diploma programs will have all transferred nursing credits held in escrow until the student has successfully completed six credits in nursing at UND, including the Nursing in Transition course (N350). |
Curriculum. The following are the courses remaining for RN/BSN students after establishing credit for prior associate degree or diploma education. All are offered through distance delivery.
| NURS 350 |
Nursing in Transition
(3 hours of theory per week) |
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| NURS 302 |
Pathophysiology |
(3) |
| NURS 490 |
Transcultural Health Care
(3 hours of theory per week) |
(3) |
| NURS 326 |
Nursing Research |
(2) |
| NURS 474 |
Professional Development II |
(5) |
| NURS 282 |
Health Promotion |
(2) |
| NURS 324 |
Public Health Nursing Theory |
(2) |
| NURS 374 |
Public Health Nursing Clinical |
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Refer to the College of Nursing web site (www.nursing.und.edu) for a current schedule of RN/BSN course offerings. |
Elective Nursing Courses. A minimum of eight elective Nursing credits are to be chosen from the courses listed below. Not all courses are available through distance delivery.
| NURS 284 |
Functional Changes in Aging |
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| NURS 322 |
Nursing Care of Diverse Families |
(3) |
| NURS 394 |
Independent Study |
(1-4) |
| NURS 400 |
Special Topics |
(2-3) |
| NURS 401/501 |
Complementary Healthcare Therapies
(3 hours of theory per week) |
(3) |
| NURS 418 |
Physical Changes in Aging
(3 hours of theory per week) |
(3) |
| NURS 420 |
Interprofessional Health Care
(3 hours of seminar for 6 weeks) |
(1) |
| NURS 425 |
Nursing Practicum Theory |
(2) |
| NURS 473 |
Multisystem Complex Adult Health |
(4) |
| NURS 475 |
Nursing Practicum |
(4) |
| NURS 476 |
Complex Child Bearing Family |
(2) |
| NURS 489 |
Seniors Honors |
(6-15) |
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In addition, students must meet all UND General Education Requirements. This will typically include an additional three credits of Communication and nine credits of Arts & Humanities. |
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129 credits are required for graduation.
60 credits must be completed at a four-year school.
36 credits must be upper division (300-level or above).
30 credits must be UND credits. |
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Courses
Unless otherwise indicated, nursing courses are open only to those admitted to the Nursing Program or with the consent of the instructor.
The methods for achievement of curriculum/course objectives may be individualized as needed.
NOTE: Some clinical courses may require early morning, evening, night, or weekend clinicals to provide the most varied and rewarding experience for the students. Some experiences may be at places distant from Grand Forks.
282. Health Promotion. 2 credits. Pre- or corequisites: Nursing major, Nurs 284, 303. This course focuses on the promotion of health across the lifespan based on national health objectives. Lecture. F,S
284. Functional Changes in Aging. 2 credits. Pre- or corequisites: Nursing major, Nurs 282, 302, 303. This course deals with normal aging and the functional and psychosocial changes that occur. Lecture. F,S
289. Professional Development I. 2 credits. Pre- or corequisite: Nursing major. An introduction to professional nursing practice is provided, with exploration of major factors guiding the practice of nursing. Lecture. F,S
297. Cooperative Ed: Pre-Nursing. 1-2 credits per term. Restricted to pre-nursing majors. An experiential/service learning experience through a health care or leadership job for non-majors. Qualified students are employed by selected agencies/companies on the parallel, alternative, or summer plan. Hours are arranged by mutual agreement among student, coordinator, and employer. Clinical. S/U grading only. F,S,SS.
302. Pathophysiology. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Nursing major, PPT 301.The focus of this course is the application of concepts of altered health in the development of clinical manifestations of disease and illness. Lecture. F,S
303. Assessment Across the Lifespan. 4 credits. Prerequisite: Nursing major, PPT 301.Co-requisite: Nurs 282, 284, 302. Application of scientific principles in holistic assessment of infants, children, and adults. Lecture/Lab. F,S.
321. Nursing Procedures. 2 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 282, 289, 302, 303. Pre- or corequisites: PPT 315, Nurs 371. Acquisition and application of foundational nursing procedures supported by the nursing process and theoretical concepts. Lecture/lab. F,S
322. Nursing Care of Diverse Families. 3 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 282, 284, 289, 302, 303.This course introduces students to elements of the nurse patient relationship, the assessment of diverse families, use of therapeutic communication, and application of transcultural concepts. Lecture. F,S.
323. Adult Nursing Care II. 2 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 321, 322, 371, 372, PPT 315. Corequisites: Nurs 325, 373. This course focuses on the nursing care of adult patients with a variety of conditions, with a primary emphasis on acute health alterations. Lecture. F,S.
324. Public Health Nursing Theory. 2 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 321, 322, 371, 372. Pre- or corequisites: Nurs 323, 325, 326, 373. Corequisite: Nurs 374.The course emphasizes population-based health and the role of the public health nurse. Lecture. F,S.
325. Advanced Nursing Procedures. 1 credit. Prerequisites: Nurs 321, 322, 371, 372. Corequisites: Nurs 323, 373. Advanced nursing procedures are acquired and applied through simulated laboratory experiences. Laboratory. F,S.
326. Research. 2 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 321, 322, 371, 372, and Soc 326, or Psyc 241, or Econ 210. Introduction to nursing research with a focus on interrelationships among nursing practice, theory, and research. Lecture/Discussion. F,S.
350. Nursing in Transition. 3 credits. This course covers two distinct essentials for nurses returning for their master’s degree. The first portion of the course explores concepts preparing the registered nurse student for entry into baccalaureate nursing and continuing socialization in the profession. The second portion provides an orientation to resources essential for successful program completion. F.
371. Adult Nursing Care I. 4 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 284, 289, 302, 303. Pre or co-requisite: PPT 315. Corequisite: Nurs 321.This theory and clinical course focuses on the nursing care of adults in different settings with a variety of conditions, with a primary emphasis on concerns of the elderly. Caring and professional behaviors are implemented as a member of the health care team to promote, maintain, and/or restore optimum health of individuals in selected clinical settings. Successful completion of the non-credit clinical experience is required. Lecture/Clinical. F,S
372. Childbearing Family. 2 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 282, 284, 289, 302, 303. Corequisites: Nurs 321, 322. This course concentrates on the delivery of nursing care to the healthy childbearing family. Lecture/Clinical. Successful completion of the non-credit clinical component of the course is required. F,S
373. Adult Nursing Care II Clinical. 4 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 321, 322, 371, 372, PPT 315. Corequisites: Nurs 323, 325. Application of nursing care for adult patients with a variety of conditions, with a primary emphasis on acute health alterations. Caring, professional behaviors are implemented as a member of the health care team to promote, maintain and/or restore optimum health of individuals in acute clinical settings. Clinical. F, S.
374. Public Health Nursing Clinical. 2 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 321, 322, 371, 372. Corequisites: Nurs 323, 324, 325, 326, 373. Students will apply the concepts of population-based practice through various public health nursing roles. Clinical. F,S.
389. Honors Tutorial. 3-6 credits. Supervised independent study in nursing for students enrolled in the 4-year Honors Program.
394. Independent Study. 1-4 credits. May be offered at the discretion of the student, faculty member, and college. Supervised independent study of non-honors students in nursing. May be repeated up to 9 credits. Open to juniors and seniors in the nursing program.
397. Cooperative Ed: Nursing. 1-2 credits per term. Prerequisites: Nursing major; Nurs 321, 371; minimum overall GPA of 2.50. An experiential learning experience in nursing integrating clinical work experience, nursing theory and evaluation. Designed to enhance the student’s prior coursework in nursing. Qualified nursing students are employed by selected healthcare agencies on either the parallel or summer plan. Hours are arranged by mutual agreement among student, coordinator, and employer. S/U Grading only. Clinical. F,S,SS
400. Special Topics. 1-4 credits. May be open to non-majors. Elective opportunities offered in the College of Nursing which may be a combination of special projects, seminars, and clinical experience.
401. Complementary Healthcare Therapies: Interdisciplinary Implications for Self-Care, Practice and Research. 3 credits. The focus of this elective course is the analysis of theory, research, and practice of complementary health therapies. The goal of the course is not to provide skills training in any specific technique. Instead, the course is intended to augment the health care professional’s education by providing a broad overview of selected complementary therapies commonly used in the United States. Legal and ethical implications will be analyzed. S.
418. Physical Changes in Aging. 3 credits. Focus is on common physiological changes of aging and their impact on the older adult’s ability to function. Lecture/discussion. Open to non-majors. S
420. Interprofessional Health Care. 1 credit. Prerequisite: Nurs 481 (course number in current curriculum through Fall 2008)/Nurs 473 (course number in new curriculum beginning Spring 2009). The focus of this course is learning to work effectively
with an interprofessional health care team using a shared patient-centered approach. Case studies will be the primary teaching strategy used. Professions include: physical therapy, nursing, occupational therapy, medicine, social work, communication science disorders, clinical lab science, physician assistant, and dietetics. Seminar. F, S
425. Practicum Theory. 2 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 471, 472, 473. Corequisite: Nurs 475. Emphasis is on concepts related to assuming a professional nurse role. Analysis and evaluation focuses on the transition process, nursing regulations, quality improvement, and other concepts contributing to professional performance. Lecture/Discussion. F,S.
471. Child Health Nursing. 3 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 323, 324, 325, 326, 373, 374. Complex care and management of the vulnerable, high risk child and the ill child within the context of the family and the community. Lecture/Discussion/Clinical. F, S.
472. Psyc/Mental Health Nursing. 4 credits (2 lecture, 2 clinical). Prerequisites: Nurs 323, 324, 325, 326, 373, 374. Emphasis is on interactive processes, and dynamics of human diversity and behavior in mental health promotion, maintenance, and restoration. Lecture/Discussion/Clinical. F,S.
473. Multisystem Complex Adult Health. 4 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 323, 324, 325, 326, 373, 374. Complex concepts are integrated into the management of nursing care of adults with multisystem health problems. Lecture/Clinical. F,S.
474. Professional Development II. 5 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 471, 472, 473. Focus is on the development of the professional nursing role within a complex and dynamic health care environment, with exploration of issues critical to leadership in nursing. Lecture/Discussion/Clinical. F,S.
475. Practicum. 4 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 471, 472, 473. Corequisite: Nurs 425. This is an intensive clinical experience providing application of content from all previous courses. Emphasis is on the application of concepts related to professional nursing role development, transition process, and evaluation processes used in the delivery of health care. Clinical. F,S.
476. Complex Childbearing Family. 2 credits. Prerequisites: Nurs 471, 472, 473. This course concentrates on the delivery of nursing care to complex, high risk childbearing families. Lecture/Clinical. F,S.
489. Senior Honors Thesis. 1 to 8 credits; total not to exceed 9. Prerequisite: consent of the department and approval of the Honors Committee. Supervised independent study culminating in a thesis. F,S.
490. Transcultural Health Care Theories, Research and Practice. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. Analysis of theories, principles, and research related to transcultural health care. Students develop awareness of the biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of clients of selected cultural groups and identify their specific health care values and practices. F,S. |
