Doctor of Nursing Practice (Post-BSN to DNP)

NURS 6110. Advanced Health Assessment: Clinical Application. 1 Credit Hour.

In this course, students will demonstrate obtaining a comprehensive person-centered health history and perform both comprehensive and focused physical and mental health examinations of patients across the lifespan. Students will develop clinical reasoning skills to formulate differential diagnoses based on analysis of history and physical examination data. Prerequisites: NURS 6338 Corequisites: NURS 6210.

NURS 6111. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical Seminar 1. 1 Credit Hour.

The focus of this course is integration and reflection of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) student's core knowledge in health promotion, diagnosis and management in the care of patients and families with psychiatric disorders across the healthcare delivery system. The seminar course is designed to promote analysis and synthesis of the clinical experience through faculty mentoring, documentation of patient encounters, discussions, and scholarly clinical presentations. Prerequisites: NURS 6410, NURS 6411. Corequisites: NURS 6419, NURS 6219.

NURS 6119. Psychiatric Mental Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Diagnosis and Management Clinical Seminar 2. 1 Credit Hour.

The focus of this course is integration and reflection of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FNP) student's core knowledge in health promotion, diagnosis and management in the care of patients and families with psychiatric disorders across the healthcare continuum. The seminar course is designed to promote analysis and synthesis of the clinical experience through faculty mentoring, documentation of patient encounters, discussions, and scholarly clinical presentations. Prerequisites: NURS 6410, NURS 6411, NURS 6219, NURS 6419, NURS 6111. Corequisites: NURS 6420.

NURS 6124. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care Diagnosis and Management: Clinical Seminar 1. 1 Credit Hour.

The focus of this course is integration and reflection of the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) student's core knowledge in health promotion, health protection, diagnosis and management in the care of children families in the primary healthcare setting. The seminar course is designed to promote analysis and synthesis of the clinical experience through faculty mentoring, documentation of patient encounters, discussions, and scholarly clinical presentations. Prerequisites: NURS 6421, NURS 6422. Corequisites: NURS 6424, NURS 6224.

NURS 6125. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care (PNP-PC) Diagnosis and Management Clinical Seminar 2. 1 Credit Hour.

The focus of this course is integration and reflection of the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) student's core knowledge in health promotion, health protection, diagnosis and management in the care of children families in the primary healthcare setting. The seminar course is designed to promote analysis and synthesis of the clinical experience through faculty mentoring, documentation of patient encounters, discussions, and scholarly clinical presentations. Corequisites: NURS 6425. Prerequisites: NURS 6421, NURS 6422, NURS 6224, NURS 6424, NURS 6124.

NURS 6130. Nurse Practitioner Conceptual Basis For Advanced Practice Nursing. 1 Credit Hour.

The purpose of this course is to provide a conceptual basis for advance practice nursing. Students examine nurse practitioner competencies with emphasis on acquiring knowledge and skills to assume leadership roles in health care delivery, health policy, and complex health care systems. Research and quality improvement mechanisms to implement change are explored. Prerequisites: NURS 6119, NURS 6125, NURS 6137, NURS 6154, NURS 6420, NURS 6425, NURS 6438, NURS 6458, NURS 7302, NURS 7322.

NURS 6135. Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Diagnosis and Management Clinical Seminar 1. 1 Credit Hour.

The focus of this course is integration and reflection of the Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) student's core knowledge in health promotion, diagnosis and management in the care of patients and families in the acute healthcare setting. The seminar course is designed to promote analysis and synthesis of the clinical experience through faculty mentoring, documentation of patient encounters, discussions, and scholarly clinical presentations. Prerequisites: NURS 6435, NURS 6436. Corequisites: NURS 6437, NURS 6235.

NURS 6137. Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Diagnosis and Management Clinical Seminar 2. 1 Credit Hour.

The focus of this course is integration and reflection of the Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) student's core knowledge in health promotion, diagnosis and management in the care of patients and families in the acute healthcare setting. The seminar course is designed to promote analysis and synthesis of the clinical experience through faculty mentoring, documentation of patient encounters, discussions, and scholarly clinical presentations. Prerequisites: NURS 6435, NURS 6436, NURS 6235, NURS 6437, NURS 6135. Corequisites: NURS 6438.

NURS 6140. Special Population Pharmacology: Applied Psychopharmacology (PMHNP). 1 Credit Hour.

This course is designed to build upon the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner student's prior knowledge of advanced pharmacology to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for practical application of psychopharmacologic medications in the treatment of mental illness across the lifespan. The focus is on the neurobiological and psychopharmacological principles for the clinical management of psychotropic medications in the treatment of mental illnesses; integrating neuroanatomy, pharmacogenomics, neurophysiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and behavioral science. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6141. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care (PNP-PC) Clinical Skills and Laboratory Science. 1 Credit Hour.

In this course students examine the relationships between abnormal physiology and diagnostic testing and how to analyze, select, and interpret laboratory studies in the context of clinical decision making as a nurse practitioner. Students will apply their knowledge of physiology, pathophysiology, microbiology, and evidence-based processes to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures performed by nurse practitioners specific to their scope of practice. Prerequisites: NURS 6338 and NURS 6302. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6143. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Clinical Skills and Laboratory Science. 1 Credit Hour.

In this course, students examine the relationships between abnormal physiology and diagnostic testing and how to analyze, select, and interpret laboratory studies in the context of clinical decision making as a nurse practitioner. Students will apply their knowledge of physiology, pathophysiology, microbiology, and evidence-based processes to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures performed by nurse practitioners specific to their scope of practice. Prerequisites: NURS 6338 and NURS 6302. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6144. Special Population Pharmacology: Applied Pediatric Pharmacology (FNP and PNP). 1 Credit Hour.

This course is designed to build upon the family and pediatric nurse practitioner student's knowledge of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics to develop comprehensive prescription plans for acute, chronic, and mental health conditions commonly found in the pediatric primary care population. Prerequisites: NURS 6338 and NURS 6302. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6145. Special Population Pharmacology: Applied Critical Care Pharmacology (AGACNP). 1 Credit Hour.

This course is designed to build upon the adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner student's knowledge of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics to develop comprehensive prescription plans for acute, chronic, complex and critically ill older adolescent and adult patients. Prerequisites: NURS 6338 and NURS 6302. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6147. Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Clinical Skills and Laboratory Science. 1 Credit Hour.

In this course students examine the relationships between abnormal physiology and diagnostic testing and how to analyze, select, and interpret laboratory studies in the context of clinical decision making as a nurse practitioner. Students will apply their knowledge of physiology, pathophysiology, microbiology, and evidence-based processes to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures performed by nurse practitioners specific to their scope of practice. Prerequisites: NURS 6338 and NURS 6302. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6149. Psychotherapy for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). 1 Credit Hour.

This course introduces the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner student to the theory and practice of psychotherapy. Students examine theories and techniques which provide clinically therapeutic interventions with adults and children. Students explore models of psychotherapy consistent with current professional research and practice. The primary focus is on Person-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Supportive Psychotherapy. Prerequisites: NURS 6338 and NURS 6302. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6153. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical Seminar 1. 1 Credit Hour.

The focus of this course is integration and reflection of the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) student's core knowledge in health promotion, health protection, diagnosis and management in the care of patients and families in the primary healthcare setting. The seminar course is designed to promote analysis and synthesis of the clinical experience through faculty mentoring, documentation of patient encounters, discussions, and scholarly clinical presentations. Prerequisites: NURS 6453, NURS 6454. Corequisites: NURS 6457, NURS 6254.

NURS 6154. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Diagnosis and Management Clinical Seminar 2. 1 Credit Hour.

The focus of this course is integration and reflection of the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) student's core knowledge in health promotion, health protection, diagnosis and management in the care of patients and families in the primary healthcare setting. The seminar course is designed to promote analysis and synthesis of the clinical experience through faculty mentoring, documentation of patient encounters, discussions, and scholarly clinical presentations. Prerequisites: NURS 6453, NURS 6454, NURS 6254, NURS 6457, NURS 6153. Corequisites: NURS 6458.

NURS 6210. Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning. 2 Credit Hours.

This course will build upon health assessment skills developed in the professional nurse's basic educational program. The theoretical and clinical basis for health assessment by the advanced clinician will be developed. The process whereby the advanced clinician utilizes comprehensive history, physical, psychosocial, and cultural assessment across the lifespan to gather specific data relevant to common health problems is demonstrated. Students will develop clinical reasoning skills to begin to formulate differential diagnoses. Corequisites: NURS 6110. Prerequisites: NURS 6338.

NURS 6219. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Diagnosis and Management: Concepts & Theory 3. 2 Credit Hours.

This course provides the remaining theoretical basis for the competencies of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in health promotion, diagnosis, and management of patients with actual and potential psychiatric disorders listed in the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders across the lifespan. Emphasis is on integrating psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, complementary and alternative approaches to the treatment of patients across the continuum of care. Problem-based and self-directed learning strategies are used to review acute and chronic psychiatric disorders, analysis of data, formulation of differential diagnoses and development of patient-centered treatment plans in collaboration with families and interprofessional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110, NURS 6410, NURS 6411. Corequisites: NURS 6111, NURS 6419.

NURS 6224. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (PNP-PC) Diagnosis and Management: Concepts & Theory 3. 2 Credit Hours.

This course builds on the two prior PNP didactic courses and will further provide the BSN prepared nurse the competencies essential to practice nursing at the advanced practice level in the role of the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP). This is a hybrid course which means content is provided using a combination of face to face and on-line instruction. Case-based and self-directed learning strategies are used to promote student competency in health promotion, health protection, health assessment, and diagnosis and management of illness in the pediatric primary care setting. Additionally, this course emphasizes collaborative partnerships among patients, families, and other members of the health care team to ensure best outcomes for children, their families, and the community. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110, NURS 6421, NURS 6422. Corequisites: NURS 6124, NURS 6424.

NURS 6235. Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Diagnosis & Management: Concepts & Theory 3. 2 Credit Hours.

This course fosters the progression of the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner student's role transition in the areas of health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis and management in high acuity practice settings for the young adult, adult and older adult with complex acute, critical and chronic health conditions. Emphasis is placed on using evidence-based practice to formulate individualized plans of care and developing collaborative partnerships with patients, their families and inter-professional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110, NURS 6435, NURS 6436. Corequisites: NURS 6135, NURS 6437.

NURS 6250. Health Promotion and Population Health. 2 Credit Hours.

In this course, students analyze health promotion theories, epidemiological and biostatistical data sources to design interdisciplinary strategies to reduce disease risk and improve health and wellness for individuals, families, and communities. Students explore population and global health with a focus on health equity, social determinants of health and effective disaster response.

NURS 6254. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Diagnosis and Management: Concepts & Theory 3. 2 Credit Hours.

This course provides the theoretical foundations for the competencies of the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in health promotion, diagnosis and management in the primary healthcare setting for the pediatric patient and family. Problem-based and self-directed learning strategies are used to formulate differential diagnoses and develop evidence-based treatment plans for chronic and acute conditions affecting pediatric patients from birth to adolescence. Collaboration with interprofessional teams is examined as well as legal and ethical principles informing quality family-centered healthcare. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110, NURS 6453, NURS 6454. Corequisites: NURS 6153, NURS 6457.

NURS 6302. Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course, students develop knowledge and skills for the therapeutic use of pharmacologic agents to address patients health problems in a safe, evidence-based, cost-effective manner. Students demonstrate clinical judgement of drug selection based on principles of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacogenomics. They focus on prescriptive practice and monitoring therapeutic response for patients across the lifespan. The prerequisite does not apply to CRNA track students. Prerequisites: NURS 6338 Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6315. Informatics & Health Care Technologies. 3 Credit Hours.

This course equips students with advanced clinical leadership skills to appraise and optimize information systems and patient care technology. Students will learn to generate knowledge through information and communication technology (ICT) and design system improvement strategies based on quality metrics and performance indicators, ensuring safe and effective care for diverse populations across various settings. The course emphasizes the usability of ICT for accurate and efficient documentation of care, optimal stakeholder engagement, continuous monitoring of outcomes, and seamless communication among healthcare providers, patients, and system levels. Key focus areas include the application of ethical, legal, professional, IT, regulatory, engagement, and usability standards, as well as national and workplace policies. National strategic roadmaps for digital health ecosystems and their influence on shaping the national digital health landscape will also be explored and evaluated. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6319. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Diagnosis and Management Clinical Application 3. 3 Credit Hours.

The focus of this clinical course is on the sustained integration of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner essential knowledge in health promotion, diagnosis and management of patients and families with actual and potential psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and across the healthcare continuum. Emphasis is placed on care of patients and families with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders in collaboration with interprofessional teams using evidence-based and patient centered strategies. Prerequisites: NURS 6410, NURS 6411, NURS 6219, NURS 6419, NURS 6111, NURS 6420, NURS 6119.

NURS 6320. Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course students explore and consider theories from nursing and related disciplines. Emphasis is placed on the role of theory to guide practice and care improvement. This course is a foundation for the advanced practice nurse to choose and use theories. Prerequisites: Graduate Standing.

NURS 6324. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care (PNP-PC) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical Application 3. 3 Credit Hours.

This course will allow the student PNP to integrate prior theoretical knowledge and build on the previous clinical experience in a variety of pediatric clinical environments relevant to pediatric primary care. There will be a focus on health promotion, health protection, and the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses from birth through adolescence. Additionally, this course emphasizes collaborative partnerships among patients, families, and other members of the health care team to ensure best outcomes for children, their families, and the community. Prerequisites: NURS 6421, NURS 6422, NURS 6224, NURS 6424, NURS 6124, NURS 6425, NURS 6125.

NURS 6335. Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical App 3. 3 Credit Hours.

This course develops clinical competency and emphasizes the integration of theory, assessment and advanced therapeutics for the safe and patient-centered care of adults in a high acuity healthcare setting. Emphasis is placed on the management of acute, complex, and chronic health problems in the young adult, older adult, and elder adults as well as adults with critical illness under the direction of clinical preceptors. In addition, this course emphasizes collaborative partnership development between patients, their families, and inter-professional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6435, NURS 6436, NURS 6235, NURS 6437, NURS 6135, NURS 6438, NURS 6137.

NURS 6338. Advanced Pathophysiology. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course, students focus on advanced pathophysiological processes across the lifespan, incorporating use of clinical reasoning skills to distinguish alterations across multiple physiological systems. Prerequisites: Graduate Standing. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6354. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical Application 3. 3 Credit Hours.

The focus of this clinical course is sustained integration of the Family Nurse Practitioner's (FNP) essential knowledge in health promotion, diagnosis and management of patients and families in the primary healthcare setting across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on care of patients and families with acute and chronic health problems in collaboration with interprofessional teams using evidence-based and patient-centered strategies. Prerequisites: NURS 6453, NURS 6454, NURS 6254, NURS 6457, NURS 6153, NURS 6458, NURS 6154.

NURS 6380. Epidemiology & Statistical Methods in Population Health. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course, students learn and apply statistical and epidemiological methods to health-related data. They assess quantitative data, interpret public health statistics, and use these insights to inform clinical practice and enhance population health outcomes. Students explore key topics including surveillance principles, statistical inference, study design, data collection techniques, and the practical application of statistical methods to address real-world health issues. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 6410. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Diagnosis and Management: Concepts & Theory 1. 4 Credit Hours.

This course provides the theoretical foundations for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Students will use a holistic perspective to examine the etiologies, meaning and consequences of human behavior. Problem-based and self-directed learning strategies are used to learn methods for gathering data in conducting a psychiatric assessment, formulating differential diagnoses and developing evidence-based treatment recommendations with individuals and families across the lifespan. Collaboration with interprofessional teams is examined as well as legal and ethical principles informing psychiatric care. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110.

NURS 6411. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Diagnosis and Management: Concepts & Theory 2. 4 Credit Hours.

This course builds on theoretical foundations for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner developed in the first Diagnosis and Management Course. Competencies are developed in health promotion, diagnosis, and management of patients and families with potential and actual psychiatric disorders across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on integrating psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, complementary and alternative approaches to the treatment of patients across the continuum of care. Problem-based and self-directed learning strategies are used to review acute and chronic psychiatric disorders, analysis of data, formulation of differential diagnoses and development of patient-centered treatment plans in collaboration with families and interprofessional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110, NURS 6410.

NURS 6419. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Diagnosis and Management Clinical Application 1. 4 Credit Hours.

The focus of this clinical course is the integration of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner essential knowledge in health promotion, diagnosis and management of patients and families with actual and potential psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and across the healthcare continuum. Emphasis is placed on care of patients and families with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders in collaboration with interprofessional teams using evidence-based and patient centered strategies. Prerequisites: NURS 6410, NURS 6411. Corequisites: NURS 6219, NURS 6111.

NURS 6420. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Diagnosis and Management Clinical Application 2. 4 Credit Hours.

The focus of this clinical course is on the continued integration of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner essential knowledge in health promotion, diagnosis and management of patients and families with actual and potential psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and across the healthcare continuum. Emphasis is placed on care of patients and families with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders in collaboration with interprofessional teams using evidence-based and patient centered strategies. Prerequisites: NURS 6410, NURS 6411, NURS 6219, NURS 6419, NURS 6111. Corequisites: NURS 6119.

NURS 6421. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (PNP-PC) Diagnosis and Management: Concepts & Theory 1. 4 Credit Hours.

This course provides the theoretical content for the BSN prepared nurse to acquire the competencies essential to practice nursing at the advanced practice level in the role of the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP). Case-based and self-directed learning strategies are used to promote student competency in health promotion, health protection, health assessment, and diagnosis and management of illness in the pediatric primary care setting. Additionally, this course emphasizes collaborative partnerships among patients, families, and other members of the health care team to ensure best outcomes for children, their families, and the community. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110.

NURS 6422. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (PNP-PC) Diagnosis and Management: Concepts & Theory 2. 4 Credit Hours.

This course builds on the prior PNP didactic course and will further provide the BSN prepared nurse the competencies essential to practice nursing at the advanced practice level in the role of the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP). This is a hybrid course which means content is provided using a combination of face to face and on-line instruction. Case-based and self-directed learning strategies are used to promote student competency in health promotion, health protection, health assessment, and diagnosis and management of illness in the pediatric primary care setting. Additionally, this course emphasizes collaborative partnerships among patients, families, and other members of the health care team to ensure best outcomes for children, their families, and the community. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110, NURS 6421.

NURS 6424. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (PNP-PC) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical Application 1. 4 Credit Hours.

This course will allow the student PNP to integrate theoretical knowledge into a variety of pediatric clinical experiences relevant to pediatric primary care. There will be a focus on health promotion, health protection, and the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses from birth through adolescence. Additionally, this course emphasizes collaborative partnerships among patients, families, and other members of the health care team to ensure best outcomes for children, their families, and the community. Prerequisites: NURS 6421, NURS 6422. Corequisites: NURS 6224, NURS 6124.

NURS 6425. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care (PNP-PC) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical Application 2. 4 Credit Hours.

This course will allow the student PNP to integrate prior theoretical knowledge and build on the previous clinical experience in a variety of pediatric clinical environments relevant to pediatric primary care. There will be a focus on health promotion, health protection, and the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses from birth through adolescence. Additionally, this course emphasizes collaborative partnerships among patients, families, and other members of the health care team to ensure best outcomes for children, their families, and the community. Prerequisites: NURS 6421, NURS 6422, NURS 6224, NURS 6424, NURS 6124. Corequisites: NURS 6125.

NURS 6435. Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Diagnosis & Management: Concepts & Theory 1. 4 Credit Hours.

This course introduces the student to the principles of diagnostic and treatment strategies utilized in acute/critical care settings by the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP). The use of evidence-based practice is encouraged to develop a strong scientific foundation for independent and collaborative practice as the registered nurse transitions to the role of the AGACNP. The focus is in health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis and management of common illnesses seen in the acute care setting affecting the young adult, adult and older adult populations. In addition, this course emphasizes collaborative partnership development between patients, their families and inter-professional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110.

NURS 6436. Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Diagnosis & Management: Concepts & Theory 2. 4 Credit Hours.

This course fosters the progression of the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner student's role transition in the areas of health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis and management in high acuity practice settings for the young adult, adult and older adult with complex acute, critical and chronic health conditions.  Emphasis is placed on using evidence-based practice to formulate individualized plans of care and developing collaborative partnerships with patients, their families and inter-professional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110, NURS 6435.

NURS 6437. Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical App 1. 4 Credit Hours.

This course develops clinical competency and emphasizes the integration of theory, assessment and advanced therapeutics for the safe and patient-centered care of adults in a high acuity healthcare setting. Emphasis is placed on the management of acute, complex, and chronic health problems in the young adult, older adult, and elder adults as well as adults with critical illness under the direction of clinical preceptors. In addition, this course emphasizes collaborative partnership development between patients, their families, and inter-professional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6435, NURS 6436. Corequisites: NURS 6235, NURS 6135.

NURS 6438. Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical App 2. 4 Credit Hours.

This course develops clinical competency and emphasizes the integration of theory, assessment and advanced therapeutics for the safe and patient-centered care of adults in a high acuity healthcare setting. Emphasis is placed on the management of acute, complex, and chronic health problems in the young adult, older adult, and elder adults as well as adults with critical illness under the direction of clinical preceptors. In addition, this course emphasizes collaborative partnership development between patients, their families, and inter-professional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6435, NURS 6436, NURS 6235, NURS 6437, NURS 6135. Corequisites: NURS 6137.

NURS 6453. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Diagnosis and Management: Concepts & Theory 1. 4 Credit Hours.

This course provides the theoretical foundations for the competencies of the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), including health promotion, palliative care, diagnosis and management for the adult and geriatric patient in the primary healthcare setting. Problem-based and self-directed learning strategies are used to formulate differential diagnoses and develop evidence-based treatment plans for chronic and acute conditions affecting the geriatric patient and family. Collaboration with interprofessional teams is examined as well as legal and ethical principles informing quality family-centered healthcare. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110.

NURS 6454. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Diagnosis and Management: Concepts & Theory 2. 4 Credit Hours.

This course provides the theoretical foundations for the competencies of the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in health promotion, diagnosis and management in the primary healthcare setting for adults, including women across the reproductive continuum. Problem-based and self-directed learning strategies are used to formulate differential diagnoses and develop evidence-based treatment plans for chronic and acute conditions affecting the adult patient and women across the reproductive continuum. Collaboration with interprofessional teams is examined as well as legal and ethical principles informing quality family-centered healthcare. Prerequisites: NURS 6338, NURS 6302, NURS 6210, NURS 6110, NURS 6453.

NURS 6457. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical Application 1. 4 Credit Hours.

The focus of this clinical course is integration of the Family Nurse Practitioner's (FNP) essential knowledge in health promotion, diagnosis and management of patients and families in the primary healthcare setting across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on care of patients and families with acute and chronic health problems in collaboration with interprofessional teams using evidence-based and patient-centered strategies. Prerequisites: NURS 6453, NURS 6454. Corequisites: NURS 6354, NURS 6153.

NURS 6458. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Diagnosis and Management: Clinical Application 2. 4 Credit Hours.

The focus of this clinical course is continued integration of the Family Nurse Practitioner's (FNP) essential knowledge in health promotion, diagnosis and management of patients and families in the primary healthcare setting across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on care of patients and families with acute and chronic health problems in collaboration with interprofessional teams using evidence-based and patient-centered strategies. Prerequisites: NURS 6453, NURS 6454, NURS 6254, NURS 6457, NURS 6153. Corequisites: NURS 6154.

NURS 7302. Leadership in Healthcare. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course, students focus on theoretical underpinnings of effective leadership, organizational development, complex adaptive systems, quality, safety, and interprofessional collaboration within healthcare systems through change management, communication, team building, conflict management, decision-making and collaborative skills. They will examine national initiatives focused on quality management and patient safety. Students will examine strategies for leadership skill development, including personal resilience, well-being, and professional maturity. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 7303. Knowledge Translation: Searching, Appraising and Synthesizing Evidence. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course, students build a foundation for clinical scholarship in advanced nursing practice. Students will analyze various models of evidence-based practice (EBP) and knowledge translation. They will critically appraise and synthesize primary research, systematic reviews, and best practice guidelines to address a clinical issue related to a knowledge-practice gap. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 7304. Knowledge Translation: Designing and Implementing Evidence-Based Interventions. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course, students learn how to translate knowledge into practice using research and other forms of evidence to enhance quality and safety in healthcare. They will apply knowledge translation models, implementation designs, evaluation models, and analytical approaches to improve practice, patient, population, and system-level outcomes. Additionally, students will select context-specific implementation and change strategies that facilitate and sustain evidence-based interventions in complex healthcare delivery systems, aiming for safe, timely, effective, efficient, and patient-centered care. Students will address ethical issues related to knowledge translation and implementation. Prerequisites: NURS 7303 Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 7305. DNP Seminar. 3 Credit Hours.

This seminar focuses on the DNP project development. This seminar includes activities related to developing the DNP project proposal: identifying the opportunity for improvement, review of the literature for significance and background, selecting the appropriate theoretical model(s) that will guide the assessment and implementation of the project, and identifying the project goal. The student synthesizes the literature to guide the evidence-based project proposal. During this seminar, students will work with the mentoring team (faculty chair and the project site preceptor). Prerequisites: NURS 6315; NURS 6320; NURS 6380; NURS 7302, NURS 7303, NURS 7304, NURS 7320, NURS 7322, NURS 7324.

NURS 7306. DNP Project. 3 Credit Hours.

This course provides students with clinical specialty immersion experience to plan, design, implement, and evaluate the DNP Project. Students will demonstrate the role of the DNP as leader and innovator in complex organizational systems as it relates to knowledge translation, implementation, and evaluation. Milestones for project completion are determined for each semester. Prerequisites: NURS 6320, NURS 6315, NURS 6380, NURS 7302, NURS 7303, NURS 7304, NURS 7305, NURS 7320, NURS 7324, NURS 7322. Corequisites: NURS 6235, NURS 6254, NURS 6219, NURS 6224.

NURS 7307. DNP Dissemination. 3 Credit Hours.

The student will disseminate DNP project outcomes, recommendations, and lessons learned through scholarly writing and presentations. Additionally, students will address practice implications with system leaders and communities of interest. Prerequisites: NURS 6320, NURS 7302, NURS 7303, NURS 6315, NURS 6380, NURS 7324, NURS 7322, NURS 7304, NURS 7305, NURS 7306, NURS 7320, 7309, and 7308.

NURS 7320. Statistical Process Control and Quality Improvement Methods. 3 Credit Hours.

Students will use data analytical and visualization methods for knowledge translation and implementation to evaluate processes that impact system, practice, and patient-level outcomes. They will develop skills to analyze patient, practice, and outcome data using descriptive statistics and quality improvement analytics and visualization tools. Students will explore appropriate models, methods, measures, data sources, and analyses to evaluate healthcare quality and patient outcomes. Students will interpret, visualize and present data to advance practice and patient outcomes. Prerequisites: NURS 6380 and NURS 7302. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.

NURS 7322. Healthcare Policy Analysis and Advocacy. 3 Credit Hours.

This course prepares the nurse leader to advance the agenda of the rapidly changing care environment by examination of health policy research and analysis. Students will focus on policy process and develop and implement policy agendas. They will participate in collective decision-making, identifying roles and key stakeholders. The course will address how to identify gaps in policy knowledge and provide opportunity for nurse leaders to engage in processes that influence policy decisions at the institutional, local, state, regional, national and/ or international levels. The course will prepare the nurse leader to analyze the policy process and engage in politically competent care. There are no prerequisites for Post-MSN to PhD students. However, DNP students do have a prerequisite. Prerequisites: NURS 7302.

NURS 7324. Healthcare Economics And Policy. 3 Credit Hours.

This course prepares the student to lead improvements in health care and shape health policy through an understanding of macroeconomic principles in the health care market. Students will be given the opportunity to apply theoretical and empirical economic analysis to business and public policy issues in health care. Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis. Prerequisites: NURS 6320.

NURS 6229. Foundations of Scholarly Communication. 2 Credit Hours.

In this course, students will refine their ability to effectively disseminate scholarly work. The course emphasizes the development of skills necessary for presenting quality improvement findings, writing for academic and professional audiences, and engaging with stakeholders. Students will explore scholarly writing, public speaking and digital communications.

NURS 6430. Advanced Pathophysiology. 4 Credit Hours.

In this course, students focus on understanding the concepts in human physiology and advanced pathophysiology, including cell biology, tumor biology, immunology, genetics, and pathology. Students incorporate the use of clinical reasoning skills of the advanced practice nursing role to distinguish alterations in multiple physiological and pathophysiological systems across the lifespan.

NURS 7415. Health Systems Policy, Economics, and Financial Planning. 4 Credit Hours.

In this course, students analyze health policy and economic principles that impact systems of care for individuals, communities, and organizations. Students explore strategies to improve health outcomes through policy changes and financial planning that promotes health and wellness of society and efficient healthcare delivery systems. Prerequisites: NURS 7302.

NURS 6321. Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning: Didactic. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course, students will develop advanced knowledge and skills in obtaining a comprehensive person-centered health history and physical examination for patients across the lifespan. They will use clinical and diagnostic reasoning to select applicable physical and mental health examination techniques. They synthesize patient data to formulate differential diagnoses. Prerequisites: NURS 6338 and NURS 6430. Corequisites: NURS 6110.

NURS 6121. Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning: Clinical Application. 1 Credit Hour.

In this course, students will demonstrate obtaining a comprehensive person-centered health history and perform both comprehensive and focused physical and mental health examinations of patients across the lifespan. Students will develop clinical reasoning skills to formulate differential diagnoses based on analysis of history and physical examination data. Prerequisites: NURS 6430 Corequisites: NURS 6321.

NURS 6227. Advanced Practice Nurse Role and Transition to Practice. 2 Credit Hours.

In this course, students examine core professional values and standards critical to transitioning to an advanced practice nurse role. Prerequisites: NURS 6119, NURS 6125, NURS 6137, NURS 6154, NURS 6420, NURS 6425, NURS 6438 and NURS 6458.

NURS 7328. DNP Project Problem Identification and Evidence Synthesis. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course, students develop their project proposal. They will partner with an organization to identify an opportunity for improvement. They will investigate the determinants of the practice gap, and then synthesize the evidence that addresses the practice gap. They will select an appropriate theoretical model(s) to guide the assessment and implementation of the project and identify the project goal. During this course, students work with the mentoring team (faculty chair and the project site preceptor) and complete 90 DNP project hours. Prerequisites: NURS 7303 and NURS 7320.

NURS 7211. DNP Project Plan and Implementation. 2 Credit Hours.

In this course, students develop the DNP project implementation plan and present their formal proposal to their DNP project committee. Students demonstrate the role of a nurse leader and innovator in complex organizational systems as it relates to knowledge translation, implementation, and evaluation. Students engage faculty and practice leaders throughout the implementation and continuous quality improvement process. Students complete 90 DNP project hours. Prerequisites: NURS 7328.

NURS 7212. DNP Project Evaluation. 2 Credit Hours.

In this course, students continue in their practicum experience to facilitate integration and synthesis of the essential competencies necessary to analyze project outcomes and evaluate the process. Students engage faculty and practice leaders throughout the continuous quality improvement process. Students complete 90 DNP project hours. Prerequisites: NURS 7211.

NURS 7213. DNP Project Dissemination. 2 Credit Hours.

In this course, students disseminate the DNP project outcomes, recommendations and lessons learned through scholarly writing and presentations. Additionally, students address practice implications with system leaders and communities of interest. Students reflect on ways to sustain nursing core values, self-care, and wellbeing practices throughout their professional career. Prerequisites: NURS 7212.

NURS 6107. AGACNP Clinical Seminar III. 1 Credit Hour.

In conjunction with the preceptorship course, this course focuses on enhancing the Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner students analyses and synthesis of the clinical experience to improve understanding of health promotion, diagnosis and management in the acute healthcare setting. Prerequisites: NURS 6406, NURS 6407, NURS 6408, NURS 6326, and NURS 6103 Corequisites: NURS 6434.

NURS 6434. AGACNP Clinical III. 4 Credit Hours.

In this third of three AGACNP clinical courses, students complete 360 hours direct patient care under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor with faculty oversight. The student develops skills in performing comprehensive health exams while using diagnostic reasoning to develop differential diagnoses and patient-centered health management plans for patients. Students integrate behavior and wellness theory and evidence-based practice guidelines for adult and geriatric patients in collaboration with interprofessional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6326, NURS 6103, and NURS 6408 Corequisites: NURS 61XX AGACNP Clinical Seminar III.

NURS 6103. AGACNP Clinical Seminar II. 1 Credit Hour.

In conjunction with the preceptorship course, this course focuses on enhancing the Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner students analyses and synthesis of the clinical experience to improve understanding of health promotion, diagnosis and management in the acute healthcare setting. Prerequisites: NURS 6406, NURS 6407, NURS 6228, and NURS 6102 Corequisites: NURS 6326, NURS 6408.

NURS 6325. PNP-PC Clinical II. 3 Credit Hours.

In this second of three PNP clinical courses, students complete 270 hours of clinical practice preceptorship with faculty oversight to refine health assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills, while expanding their ability to manage more complex patients. Students exhibit professionalism and effective communication to ensure optimized care coordination. Prerequisites: NURS 6204 and NURS 6403 Corequisites: NURS 6404, NURS 6133.

NURS 6133. PNP-PC Clinical Seminar II. 1 Credit Hour.

For this course, students reflect and critically analyze the PNP clinical experience through guided seminars and small group activities that promote role development, effective communication, and ethical decision-making. Students focus on improving their diagnostic accuracy and skills of integrating evidence into practice. Prerequisites: NURS 6402, NURS 6403, NURS 6204, and NURS 6131.

NURS 6404. PNP-PC Diagnosis & Health Management III. 4 Credit Hours.

In this course students demonstrate higher level diagnostic reasoning and decision making skills. Students synthesize both physical and mental health assessments into patient centered, comprehensive health management plans. Students apply theory, evidence, ethics, and equity to complex health conditions while considering social determinants of health, environmental exposures, and disasters. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, NURS 6121, NURS 6402, and NURS 6403 Corequisites: NURS 6325, NURS 6133.

NURS 6131. PNP-PC Clinical Seminar I. 1 Credit Hour.

For this course, students reflect and critically analyze the PNP clinical experience through guided seminars and small group activities that promote effective communication, documentation, and ethical decision-making. Prerequisites: NURS 6402, NURS 6332, and NURS 6150 Corequisites: NURS 6204, NURS 6403.

NURS 6204. PNP-PC Clinical I. 2 Credit Hours.

In this first of three PNP clinical courses, students complete 180 hours of direct patient care under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor with faculty oversight. The student develops skills in performing comprehensive health exams while using diagnostic reasoning to develop differential diagnoses and person-centered health management plans for patients. Students integrate behavior and wellness theories and evidence-based practice guidelines for patients across the lifespan in collaboration with interprofessional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6402, NURS 6322, and NURS 6150 Corequisites: NURS 6131, NURS 6403.

NURS 6403. PNP-PC Diagnosis & Health Management II. 4 Credit Hours.

Students will build competencies essential for the role of the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) through case-based and self-directed learning. Focus areas include inquiry-based learning, health promotion and protection, assessment, and management of pediatric illness. Legal, ethical, and team-based care considerations are explored, along with workplace safety and family-centered care. PNPs will also develop skills in using information and communication technologies for safe care delivery, with attention to disaster preparedness and crisis response. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, NURS 6121, and NURS 6402 Corequisites: NURS 6204, NURS 6131.

NURS 6150. PNP-PC Diagnostic Tests and Clinical Procedures. 1 Credit Hour.

In this interactive clinical lab course, the student will build the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to order, interpret, and apply diagnostic testing and perform procedures. Case-based learning and simulations will be used to practice interpretation of laboratory results, imaging studies, and point-of-care tests, while also gaining experience in performing and managing common clinical procedures. Emphasis is placed on understanding the indications, limitations, and clinical relevance of diagnostic testing and in-office procedures. By the end of the course, the student will be prepared to integrate diagnostic data and procedural skills into comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121.

NURS 6332. Special Population Pharmacology: Applied Pediatric Pharmacology PNP-PC. 3 Credit Hours.

Students will deepen their understanding of pediatric pharmacology as they learn to design safe, cost-effective, and evidence-based medication management plans for infants, children, and adolescents facing acute and chronic health challenges. Students will explore how pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacogenomics uniquely impact drug therapy across developmental stages. Through case-based learning and clinical application, they will build the skills to confidently prescribe and manage medications for pediatric patients with acute, chronic, and mental health conditions. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121.

NURS 6402. PNP-PC Diagnosis & Health Management I. 4 Credit Hours.

Students will develop core competencies essential for the role of the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner. Learning will occur through case based and self directed learning. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry driven approaches to health promotion, disease prevention, comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of pediatric conditions. Learners will demonstrate proficiency in utilizing information and communication technologies to ensure safe, effective care delivery, with a focus on workplace safety, legal and ethical standards, interprofessional collaboration, and high quality, family centered practice. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321 and NURS 6121.

NURS 6326. AGACNP Clinical II. 3 Credit Hours.

In this second of three AGACNP clinical courses, students complete 270 hours direct patient care under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor with faculty oversight. The student develops skills in performing comprehensive health exams while using diagnostic reasoning to develop differential diagnoses and patient-centered health management plans for patients. Students integrate behavior and wellness theory and evidence-based practice guidelines for adult and geriatric patients in collaboration with interprofessional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6228, NURS 6102, NURS 6407, and NURS 6406 Corequisites: NURS 6408, NURS 6103.

NURS 6408. AGACNP Diagnosis & Health Management III. 4 Credit Hours.

In this course students demonstrate advanced diagnostic reasoning and decision-making skills for acute and critically ill patients. Students synthesize both physical and mental health assessments into person-centered, comprehensive health management plans using evidence-based guidance. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, NURS 6121, NURS 6406, and NURS 6407 Corequisites: NURS 6326, NURS 6103.

NURS 6102. AGACNP Clinical Seminar I. 1 Credit Hour.

In conjunction with the preceptorship course, this course focuses on enhancing the Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner students analyses and synthesis of the clinical experience to improve understanding of health promotion, diagnosis and management in the acute healthcare setting. Prerequisites: NURS 6406, NURS 6340, and NURS 6109 Corequisites: NURS 6228, NURS 6407.

NURS 6228. AGACNP Clinical I. 2 Credit Hours.

In this first of three AGACNP clinical courses, students complete 180 hours direct patient care under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor with faculty oversight. The student develops skills in performing comprehensive health exams while using diagnostic reasoning to develop differential diagnoses and patient-centered health management plans for patients. Students integrate behavior and wellness theory and evidence-based practice guidelines for adult and geriatric patients in collaboration with interprofessional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6406, NURS 6340, and NURS 6150 Corequisites: NURS 6102, NURS 6407.

NURS 6407. AGACNP Diagnosis & Health Management II. 4 Credit Hours.

In this course students learn the tenets of providing comprehensive acute care to patients with complex, acute and chronic conditions with an emphasis on inpatient and critically ill adult patients. Students integrate thorough health assessment into differential diagnoses, diagnostic reasoning, and health management plans. Students incorporate legal, regulatory, and ethical factors into team-based, patient centered care. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, NURS 6121, and NURS 6406 Corequisites: NURS 6228, NURS 6102.

NURS 6340. AGACNP Applied Acute/Critical Care Pharmacology. 3 Credit Hours.

This course builds upon the adult geriatric acute care nurse practitioner students advanced nursing and pharmacology knowledge to develop individualized, cost effective, safe and evidence based pharmacologic management plans for acute and complex diagnoses and assessments. Emphasis is on the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenomics of comprehensive prescribing to acute, chronic and critically ill older adolescents, adult and geriatric patients. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121 .

NURS 6109. AGACNP Diagnostic Tests and Clinical Procedures. 1 Credit Hour.

In this interactive clinical lab course, the students will build the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to order, interpret, and apply diagnostic testing and perform procedures. Case-based learning and simulations will be used to practice interpreting laboratory results, imaging studies, and point-of-care tests, while gaining experience performing and managing standard clinical procedures. Emphasis is placed on understanding the indications, limitations, and clinical relevance of diagnostic testing and in-office procedures. By the end of the course, the student will be prepared to integrate diagnostic data and procedural skills into comprehensive assessments of acutely/critically ill patients and treatment plans. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121.

NURS 6406. AGACNP Diagnosis & Health Management I. 4 Credit Hours.

In this course students learn the tenets of documenting and developing comprehensive inpatient management plans for acute and critically ill patients with an emphasis on disease specific management. Students integrate thorough health assessment into differential diagnoses, diagnostic reasoning, and health management plans. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121.

NURS 6321. Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning: Didactic. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course, students will develop advanced knowledge and skills in obtaining a comprehensive person-centered health history and physical examination for patients across the lifespan. They will use clinical and diagnostic reasoning to select applicable physical and mental health examination techniques. They synthesize patient data to formulate differential diagnoses. Prerequisites: NURS 6338 and NURS 6430. Corequisites: NURS 6110.

NURS 6107. AGACNP Clinical Seminar III. 1 Credit Hour.

In conjunction with the preceptorship course, this course focuses on enhancing the Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner students analyses and synthesis of the clinical experience to improve understanding of health promotion, diagnosis and management in the acute healthcare setting. Prerequisites: NURS 6406, NURS 6407, NURS 6408, NURS 6326, and NURS 6103 Corequisites: NURS 6434.

NURS 6408. AGACNP Diagnosis & Health Management III. 4 Credit Hours.

In this course students demonstrate advanced diagnostic reasoning and decision-making skills for acute and critically ill patients. Students synthesize both physical and mental health assessments into person-centered, comprehensive health management plans using evidence-based guidance. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, NURS 6121, NURS 6406, and NURS 6407 Corequisites: NURS 6326, NURS 6103.

NURS 6127. FNP Clinical Seminar III. 1 Credit Hour.

For this course, students reflect and critically analyze the FNP clinical experience through guided seminars and small group activities that promote role development, effective communication, and ethical decision-making. Students focus on advanced diagnostic reasoning, evidence-based practice and innovative care. Prerequisites: NURS 6477, NURS 6328, and NURS 6126 Corequisites: NURS 6440.

NURS 6440. FNP Clinical III. 4 Credit Hours.

In this third and culminating FNP clinical course, students complete 360 hours of clinical practice preceptorship with faculty oversight. Students demonstrate holistic, comprehensive care of patients, while advocating for the wellbeing of patients, families, communities, and populations. Prerequisites: NURS 6328, NURS 6126, and NURS 6477 Corequisites: NURS 61XX FNP Clinical Seminar III.

NURS 6328. FNP Clinical II. 3 Credit Hours.

In this second of three FNP clinical courses, students complete 270 hours of clinical practice preceptorship with faculty oversight to refine health assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills, while expanding their ability to manage more complex patients. Students exhibit professionalism and effective communication to ensure optimized care coordination. Prerequisites: NURS 6231 and NURS 6477 Corequisites: NURS 6478, NURS 6126.

NURS 6478. FNP Diagnosis & Health Management III. 4 Credit Hours.

In this course students demonstrate higher-level diagnostic reasoning and decision-making skills. Students synthesize both physical and mental health assessments into patient-centered, comprehensive health management plans. Students apply theory, evidence, ethics, and equity to complex health conditions while considering non-medical drivers of health, environmental exposures, and disasters. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, NURS 6121, NURS 6476, and NURS 6477 Corequisites: NURS 6328, NURS 6126.

NURS 6126. FNP Clinical Seminar II. 1 Credit Hour.

For this course, students reflect and critically analyze the FNP clinical experience through guided seminars and small group activities that promote role development, effective communication, and ethical decision-making. Students focus on improving their diagnostic accuracy and skills of integrating evidence into practice Prerequisites: NURS 6476, NURS 6477, NURS 6231, and NURS 6123 Corequisites: NURS 6328, NURS 6478.

NURS 6231. FNP Clinical I. 2 Credit Hours.

In this first of three FNP clinical courses, students complete 180 hours of direct patient care under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor with faculty oversight. The student develops skills in performing comprehensive health exams while using diagnostic reasoning to develop differential diagnoses and person-centered health management plans for patients. Students integrate behavior and wellness theories and evidence-based practice guidelines for patients across the lifespan in collaboration with interprofessional teams. Prerequisites: NURS 6476, NURS 6333, and NURS 6146 Corequisites: NURS 6123, NURS 6477.

NURS 6123. FNP Clinical Seminar I. 1 Credit Hour.

For this course, students reflect and critically analyze the FNP clinical experience through guided seminars and small group activities that promote effective communication, documentation, and ethical decision-making. Prerequisites: NURS 6476, NURS 6333, and NURS 6146 Corequisites: NURS 6231, NURS 6477.

NURS 6477. FNP Diagnosis & Health Management II. 4 Credit Hours.

In this course, students learn the tenets of providing comprehensive primary care for patients with complex, chronic conditions across the lifespan with emphasis on health restoration, rehabilitation, and palliative care. Students integrate thorough health assessment into differential diagnoses, diagnostic reasoning, and health management plans. Students incorporate legal, regulatory, and ethical factors into team-based, family-centered care. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, NURS 6121, and NURS 6476 Corequisites: NURS 6231, NURS 6123.

NURS 6146. FNP Diagnostic Tests and Clinical Procedures. 1 Credit Hour.

In this interactive clinical lab course, the student will build the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to order, interpret, and apply diagnostic testing and perform procedures. Case-based learning and simulations will be used to practice interpretation of laboratory results, imaging studies, and point-of-care tests, while also gaining experience in performing and managing common clinical procedures. Emphasis is placed on understanding the indications, limitations, and clinical relevance of diagnostic testing and in-office procedures. By the end of the course, the student will be prepared to integrate diagnostic data and procedural skills into comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121.

NURS 6333. Women's Health Management. 3 Credit Hours.

In this course students integrate comprehensive health assessments into the diagnostic reasoning process to develop holistic, evidence-based person-centered health management plans for women with an emphasis on wellness. Students focus on the primary care approach to gynecological health, reproductive health, menstrual disorders, pregnancy and postpartum care, menopause management, breast health, and preventive screenings. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121.

NURS 6476. FNP Diagnosis & Health Management I. 4 Credit Hours.

In this course, students learn the tenets of providing comprehensive primary care for patients with episodic illness with an emphasis on health maintenance and wellness across the lifespan. Students integrate thorough health assessment into differential diagnoses, diagnostic reasoning, and health management plans. Students examine legal, regulatory, and ethical factors informing team-based care and quality family-centered care. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121.

NURS 6118. PMHNP Clinical Seminar III. 1 Credit Hour.

In this culminating seminar, students synthesize and critically evaluate their advanced PMHNP clinical experiences to demonstrate readiness for independent practice. Guided discussions and collaborative analysis focus on integrating psychopharmacological and psychotherapeutic knowledge, refining diagnostic reasoning, and applying evidence-based, recovery-oriented, and culturally responsive approaches to complex psychiatric and mental health cases. Emphasis is placed on advanced clinical judgment, leadership, interprofessional collaboration, and reflective practice to promote quality, safety, and ethical excellence in psychiatric mental health care across the lifespan. Prerequisites: NURS 6414, NURS 6327, and NURS 6117 Corequisites: NURS 6459.

NURS 6459. PMHNP Clinical III. 4 Credit Hours.

In the final PMHNP clinical course, students complete 360 hours of direct patient care under the supervision of a clinical preceptor with faculty oversight. This culminating practicum provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of advanced psychiatric mental health assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and the integrated management of complex psychiatric and comorbid conditions across the lifespan. Students synthesize psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacologic interventions within evidence-based, recovery-oriented, and person-centered frameworks. Emphasis is placed on refining clinical judgment, leadership, interprofessional collaboration, and ethical decision-making to ensure readiness for independent advanced practice as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Prerequisites: NURS 6329, NURS 6117, and NURS 6415 Corequisites: NURS 6118.

NURS 6327. PMHNP Clinical II. 1 Credit Hour.

In the second of three PMHNP clinical courses, students complete 270 hours of direct patient care under the supervision of a clinical preceptor with faculty oversight. Students advance their clinical reasoning and psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacologic management skills in caring for individuals and families with complex psychiatric and comorbid conditions across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on integrating evidence-based treatment approaches, promoting recovery-oriented and person-centered care, and demonstrating increased independence and accountability in clinical decision-making. Students collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to refine their professional roles, ethical practices, and holistic approach to psychiatric-mental health care. Prerequisites: NURS 6207 and NURS 6414 Corequisites: NURS 6117, NURS 6414.

NURS 6117. PMHNP Clinical Seminar II. 1 Credit Hour.

In this course, students reflect upon and critically analyze their ongoing PMHNP clinical experiences from advanced practice settings. Guided seminar discussions and small group activities foster the integration of clinical reasoning, interprofessional collaboration, evidence-based treatment planning, professional documentation, and ethical, patient-centered decision-making. Emphasis is placed on synthesizing insights from complex clinical encounters to strengthen advanced communication, clinical judgment, and leadership skills in psychiatric mental health care across the lifespan. Prerequisites: NURS 6409, NURS 6414, NURS 6207, and NURS 6116 Corequisites: NURS 6415, NURS 6459.

NURS 6415. PMHNP Diagnosis & Health Management III. 4 Credit Hours.

This course builds upon prior diagnostic and management knowledge to integrate complex clinical reasoning, systems-based practice, and professional leadership in psychiatric and mental health care. Students critically analyze the advanced assessment and evidence-based management of complex psychiatric and comorbid conditions across diverse populations and care settings. Emphasis is placed on ethical decision-making, social responsibility, crisis management, and the influence of social determinants of health within patient-centered, recovery-oriented models of care. Students examine interprofessional collaboration and leadership roles in evolving health systems, incorporating contemporary innovations such as telepsychiatry, artificial intelligence, and integrative approaches. Through synthesis of emerging evidence, reflective practice, and systems thinking, students refine clinical judgment, advocacy, and professional identity to advance equitable, holistic, and sustainable mental health care delivery. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, NURS 6121, NURS 6409, and NURS 6414 Corequisites: NURS 6327, NURS 6117.

NURS 6207. PMHNP Clinical I. 2 Credit Hours.

In the first of three PMHNP clinical courses, students complete 180 hours of direct patient care under the supervision of a clinical preceptor with faculty oversight. Students develop foundational competencies in conducting comprehensive and problem-focused psychiatric-mental health evaluations, applying diagnostic reasoning, and formulating safe, evidence-based, person-centered management plans that promote health and recovery across the lifespan. Learning experiences include telepsychiatry simulations and interprofessional collaboration exercises that foster ethical practice, effective use of technology, and interprofessional communication within team-based psychiatric and mental health care. Prerequisites: NURS 6409, NURS 6336, and NURS 6142 Corequisites: NURS 6116, NURS 6414.

NURS 6116. PMHNP Clinical Seminar I. 1 Credit Hour.

In this course, students reflect upon and critically analyze their PMHNP clinical experiences, including the telepsychiatry and interprofessional collaboration simulations. Guided seminars and small group activities promote clinical reasoning, effective communication, evidence-based treatment planning, professional documentation, and ethical, patient-centered decision-making. Students synthesize insights from these experiential learning activities to enhance their competence in technology-enabled, interprofessional psychiatric and mental health care across the lifespan. Prerequisites: NURS 6409, NURS 6336, and NURS 6142 Corequisites: NURS 6207, NURS 6414.

NURS 6414. PMHNP Diagnosis & Health Management II. 4 Credit Hours.

This course builds upon foundational concepts of psychiatric mental health assessment and diagnosis by applying advanced clinical reasoning and evidence based management strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing complex psychiatric presentations, integrating theoretical, pharmacological, and psychotherapeutic approaches, and using ethical and professional principles to provide holistic, patient centered care throughout the lifespan. Students continue to develop diagnostic accuracy, treatment planning proficiency, and reflective decision-making skills essential for advanced psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner practice. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, NURS 6121, and NURS 6409 Corequisites: NURS 6207, NURS 6116.

NURS 6336. PMHNP Advanced Psychopharmacology. 3 Credit Hours.

This course offers an advanced study of psychopharmacological principles and their clinical applications in psychiatric-mental health nursing practice. Students build upon prior pharmacology knowledge to integrate neurobiological, pharmacological, and genetic foundations that inform safe and effective prescribing across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based medication selection, therapeutic monitoring, and management of adverse effects and interactions in treating psychiatric and comorbid conditions. The course explores pharmacogenetics, complementary and alternative therapies, polypharmacy, and special population considerations. Legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks guiding advanced psychiatric prescribing are examined to promote competent, patient-centered, and safe pharmacotherapeutic practice. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121.

NURS 6142. Applied Psychotherapy for the PMHNP. 1 Credit Hour.

This course offers an in depth examination of psychotherapeutic principles and practices essential to advanced psychiatric mental health nursing. Students examine the historical and theoretical foundations of psychotherapy, including ethical and legal standards, as well as the professional role of the nurse psychotherapist. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic presence, rapport building, and effective communication within the therapeutic relationship. Major psychotherapy modalities, including supportive, cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, interpersonal, dialectical, humanistic, family, and group approaches, are explored and applied. Theories of change and motivational frameworks are integrated to guide individualized, culturally responsive, and trauma informed interventions. The course also addresses documentation, evaluation of therapeutic outcomes, and termination processes to support professional, accountable, and evidence based psychotherapeutic practice. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121.

NURS 6409. PMHNP Diagnosis & Health Management I. 4 Credit Hours.

This course provides the theoretical, scientific, and professional foundations for the practice of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners. Students integrate evidence from nursing, psychological, developmental, and neurobiological sciences to examine the etiologies and consequences of alterations in human behavior and mental health. Emphasis is placed on the historical evolution of psychiatric nursing, the scope and standards of the PMHNP role, and the development of comprehensive psychiatric evaluation skills, including biopsychosocial assessment, differential diagnosis, and diagnostic reasoning informed by evidence-based psychiatric diagnostic frameworks. Cultural competence, trauma-informed care, and ethical decision-making are applied to support holistic, patient-centered approaches to care across the lifespan. Prerequisites: NURS 6430, NURS 6302, NURS 6321, and NURS 6121.

NURS 6139. PNP-PC Clinical Seminar III. 1 Credit Hour.

For this course, students reflect and critically analyze the PNP clinical experience through guided seminars and small group activities that promote role development, effective communication, and ethical decision-making. Students focus on advanced diagnostic reasoning, evidence-based practice and innovative care. Prerequisites: NURS 6403, NURS 6326, and NURS 6133 Corequisites: NURS 6404.

NURS 6433. PNP-PC Clinical III. 4 Credit Hours.

In this third and culminating PNP clinical course, students complete 360 hours of clinical practice preceptorship with faculty oversight. Students demonstrate holistic, comprehensive care of patients, while advocating for the wellbeing of patients, families, communities, and populations. Prerequisites: NURS 6325, NURS 6133, and NURS 6404 Corequisites: NURS 6139.