Brown Mackie College – St. Louis
#2 Soccer Park Road
Fenton, MO 63026
Bulletin 2016-2017 Academic Catalog
January 27, 2016
This Bulletin is an integral part of Brown Mackie College – St. Louis’s Academic Catalog.
See
bmcprograms.info
for program duration, tuition, fees, and other costs, median debt, salary data, alumni
success, and other important info.
Administration
Effective January 13, 2016
Campus President ...John Eichkorn
Dean of Academic Affairs ... Cherie Wyatt
Senior Director of Admissions ... Darrell Lashley
Director of Career Services ... Chastity Perry
Associate Director of SFS ... Michele Noah
Registrar ... Drew Patterson
Librarian ... Sarah Wright
Full-Time Faculty
Effective January 13, 2016
Crystal Barr
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Department Chair
MHCA, Lindenwood University
BS, Colorado Technical University
AAS, St. Charles Community College
Lisa Banks
Full-Time Veterinary Technology
Instructor
AAS, Vet Tech Institute at Hickey College
Troy Carron
Director of Faculty Management
MA, University of Missouri – St. Louis
BA, University of Missouri – St. Louis
James Frey
Director of Faculty Development
MFA, Lindenwood University
BA, University of Missouri
Sheila Jones
Full-Time Nursing Instructor
MSN, University of Missouri – St. Louis
BSN, St. Louis University
AAS, St. Louis Communication College
Melissa Knapp
Full-Time Nursing Instructor
MSN, Chamberlain College of Nursing
BSN, Chamberlain College of Nursing
ADN, Crowder College
Dr. Carrie Malone
Veterinary Technology Department
Chair
DVM, Louisiana State University
MA, Louisiana State University
BS, Millikin University
Jared McGowen
Academic Operations Director
MA, Lindenwood University
MBA, Lindenwood University
BA, Lindenwood University
Louise Outlaw
Nursing Program Administrator
MSN, University of Phoenix
BSN, University of Oklahoma
Sarah Spaethe
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fieldwork Coordinator
BSOT, Saint Louis University
Crystal Smith
Full-Time Veterinary Technology
Instructor
AAS, Jefferson College
Courtney Starks
Full-Time Instructor
RMA, AOS, Missouri College
Lydia Wardell
Surgical Technology Department
Chair
CST, AAS, Sanford Brown College
Andrew Wertin
Full-Time Nursing Instructor
MSN, Maryville University
BSN, Chamberlain College of Nursing
New and Re-entering Students
Non-Specialty Programs
$327
per credit hour
General Fee*
$25
per credit hour
Nursing
$410
per credit hour
General Fee*
$30
per credit hour
Occupational Therapy Assistant
$381
per credit hour
General Fee*
$25
per credit hour
*General Fee applies to cost of institutional activities and services.
Technology Fee (optional): $650.00 (Taxes included). An institutional charge. Textbooks will be delivered in digital
form and require a technology kit which can be included in enrollment at the choice of student. In cases where a
textbook is not available in digital form, a physical textbook will be available in the College Store.
Transcript Fee: $5.00 per copy. Applies to costs of printing and certifying official transcripts.
Instructional material costs will vary by program.
A payment plan may be arranged at the time of enrollment. Monthly payments are due as agreed on the payment of
schedule of the student’s installment note. Payments may be made by money order, check, VISA, MasterCard, or
cash.
If payment is not made on the due date, the student may be suspended from class until the payment is
made. No grade reports or transcripts will be issued to a student with a past due account.
Program Program Credits/ Quarters Tuition Credit hour Gen Fee Credit hour Total Tuition Total Gen Fee Tuition Cost of Program *
Biomedical Equipment Technician - Certificate 50/4 $327 $25 $16,350 $1,250 $17,600
General Business - Certificate 50/4 $327 $25 $16,350 $1,250 $17,600
Medical Assistant - Certificate 60/5 $327 $25 $19,620 $1,500 $21,120 Biomedical Equipment Technology - Associate of
Applied Science 90/8 $327 $25 $29,430 $2,250 $31,680
Business Management - Associate of Applied
Science 90/8 $327 $25 $29,430 $2,250 $31,680
Criminal Justice - Associate of Applied Science 90/8 $327 $25 $29,430 $2,250 $31,680 Health Care Administration - Associate of Applied
Science 90/8 $327 $25 $29,430 $2,250 $31,680
Information Technology - Associate of Applied
Science 90/8 $327 $25 $29,430 $2,250 $31,680
Nursing – Associate of Applied Science** 108/8 $410 $30 $44,280 $3,240 $47,520 Occupational Therapy Assistant - Associate of
Applied Science 96/8 $381 $25 $36,576 $2,400 $38,976
Veterinary Technology - Associate of Applied
Science 96/8 $327 $25 $31,392 $2,400 $33,792
Business Administration - Bachelor of Science 180/15 $327 $25 $58,860 $4,500 $63,360 Health Care Management - Bachelor of Science 180/15 $327 $25 $58,860 $4,500 $63,360 Students needing transitional courses will be charged the following in addition to the program costs listed above.
SSE0050 Fundamentals of English ... $1,408.00 SSE0070 Fundamentals of Math ... $1,408.00 Tuition ... $1,308.00 Tuition ... $1,308.00 Fees ... $ 100.00 Fees ... $ 100.00 *The displayed tuition cost of program is reduced by the credit hours successfully transferred into your program of study, either from an outside institution or from a previous enrollment, and assumes you pass all program courses as you attempt them. Tuition cost of program includes tuition and general fees. Tuition and fees are subject to increases.
**No longer enrolling new students
Tuition Rates & Fees
Effective August 31, 2015
(Continuing students enrolled prior to August 31, 2015)
Non-Specialty Programs
$300
per credit hour
General Fee*
$25
per credit hour
Nursing
$410
per credit hour
General Fee*
$30
per credit hour
Occupational Therapy Assistant
$366
per credit hour
General Fee*
$25
per credit hour
*General Fee applies to cost of institutional activities and services.
Technology Fee (optional): $650.00 (Taxes included). An institutional charge. Textbooks will be delivered in digital
form and require a technology kit which can be included in enrollment at the choice of student. In cases where a
textbook is not available in digital form, a physical textbook will be available in the College Store.
Transcript Fee: $5.00 per copy. Applies to costs of printing and certifying official transcripts.
Instructional material costs will vary by program.
A payment plan may be arranged at the time of enrollment. Monthly payments are due as agreed on the payment of
schedule of the student’s installment note. Payments may be made by money order, check, VISA, MasterCard, or
cash.
If payment is not made on the due date, the student may be suspended from class until the payment is
made. No grade reports or transcripts will be issued to a student with a past due account.
Program Program Credits/ Quarters Tuition Credit hour Gen Fee Credit hour Total Tuition Total Gen Fee Tuition Cost of Program *
Biomedical Equipment Technician - Certificate 50/4 $300 $25 $15,000 $1,250 $16,250
General Business - Certificate 50/4 $300 $25 $15,000 $1,250 $16,250
Medical Assistant - Certificate 60/5 $300 $25 $18,000 $1,500 $19,500 Biomedical Equipment Technology - Associate of
Applied Science 90/8 $300 $25 $27,000 $2,250 $29,250
Business Management - Associate of Applied
Science 90/8 $300 $25 $27,000 $2,250 $29,250
Criminal Justice - Associate of Applied Science 90/8 $300 $25 $27,000 $2,250 $29,250 Health Care Administration - Associate of Applied
Science 90/8 $300 $25 $27,000 $2,250 $29,250
Information Technology - Associate of Applied
Science 90/8 $300 $25 $27,000 $2,250 $29,250
Nursing – Associate of Applied Science** 108/8 $410 $30 $44,280 $3,240 $47,520 Occupational Therapy Assistant - Associate of
Applied Science 96/8 $366 $25 $35,136 $2,400 $37,536
Veterinary Technology - Associate of Applied
Science 96/8 $300 $25 $28,800 $2,400 $31,200
Business Administration - Bachelor of Science 180/15 $300 $25 $54,000 $4,500 $58,500 Health Care Management - Bachelor of Science 180/15 $300 $25 $54,000 $4,500 $58,500 Students needing transitional courses will be charged the following in addition to the program costs listed above.
SSE0050 Fundamentals of English ... $1,300.00 SSE0070 Fundamentals of Math ... $1,300.00 Tuition ... $1,200.00 Tuition ... $1,200.00 Fees ... $100.00 Fees ... $100.00 *The displayed tuition cost of program is reduced by the credit hours successfully transferred into your program of study, either from an outside institution or from a previous enrollment, and assumes you pass all program courses as you attempt them. Tuition
Tuition Rates & Fees
Effective August 31, 2015
cost of program includes tuition and general fees. Tuition and fees are subject to increases. **No longer enrolling new students
Please visit our Student Consumer Information page to find the average time to completion for continuously enrolled students for each credential level offered. This data is available at the average credit load, full-time or at full load. Changing programs, beginning programs at the mid-term start date, taking remedial courses, taking time off from coursework, registering for fewer hours or unsuccessful attempts at course completion will increase the total length of the program and overall cost of education from what is disclosed. Transfer credits awarded toward your program will likely decrease the overall length and cost of education.
2016 Academic Calendar
Effective December 27, 2015
Winter Quarterly Recess – December 24, 2015 – January 4, 2016
WINTER QUARTER
January
New Student Orientation
Week of December 27
Classes Begin
Tuesday January 5
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Recess
Monday January 18
Final Examinations
Week of January 24
Classes End
Saturday January 30
February
New Student Orientation
Week of January 24
Classes Begin
Monday February 1
Final Examinations
Week of February 21
Classes End
Saturday February 27
March
New Student Orientation
Week of February 21
Classes Begin
Monday February 29
Final Examinations
Week of March 20
Good Friday Recess
Friday March 25
Classes End
Saturday March 26
Spring Quarterly Recess – March 28, 2016 – April 1, 2016
SPRING QUARTER
April
New Student Orientation
Week of March 27
Classes Begin
Monday April 4
Final Examinations
Week of April 24
Classes End
Saturday April 30
May
New Student Orientation
Week of April 24
Classes Begin
Monday May 2
Final Examinations
Week of May 22
Classes End
Saturday May 28
June
New Student Orientation
Week of May 22
Memorial Day Recess
Monday May 30
Classes Begin
Tuesday May 31
Final Examinations
Week of June 19
Classes End
Saturday June 25
Summer Quarterly Recess – June 27, 2016– July 4, 2016
SUMMER QUARTER
July
New Student Orientation
Week of June 26
Classes Begin
Tuesday July 5
Final Examinations
Week of July 24
Classes End
Saturday July 30
August
New Student Orientation
Week of July 24
Classes Begin
Monday August 1
Final Examinations
Week of August 21
Classes End
Saturday August 27
September
New Student Orientation
Week of August 21
Classes Begin
Monday August 29
Labor Day Recess
Monday September 5
Final Examinations
Week of September 18
Classes End
Saturday September 24
Fall Quarterly Recess – September 26, 2016 – September 30, 2016
FALL QUARTER
October
New Student Orientation
Week of September 25
Classes Begin
Monday October 3
Final Examinations
Week of October 23
Classes End
Saturday October 29
November
New Student Orientation
Week of October 23
Classes Begin
Monday October 31
Veteran’s Day Recess
Friday November 11
Final Examinations
Week of November 20
Classes End
Wednesday November 23
December
New Student Orientation
Week of November 20
Classes Begin
Monday November 28
Final Examinations
Week of December 18
Classes End
Friday December 23
Winter Quarterly Recess – December 26, 2016 – January 2, 2017
In those months in which class meetings are lost to holidays, additional instructional time may be scheduled in order to
make up the contact hours as required.
2017 Academic Calendar
Effective December 27, 2015
Winter Quarterly Recess – December 26, 2016 – January 2, 2017
WINTER QUARTER
January
New Student Orientation
Week of December 26
Classes Begin
Tuesday January3
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Recess
Monday January 16
Final Examinations
Week of January 22
Classes End
Saturday January 28
February
New Student Orientation
Week of January 22
Classes Begin
Monday January 30
President’s Day Recess
Friday February 17
Final Examinations
Week of February 19
Classes End
Saturday February 25
March
New Student Orientation
Week of February 19
Classes Begin
Monday February 27
Final Examinations
Week of March 19
Classes End
Saturday March 25
Spring Quarterly Recess – March 27, 2017 – March 31, 2017
SPRING QUARTER
April
New Student Orientation
Week of March 26
Classes Begin
Monday April 3
Good Friday Recess
Friday April 14
Final Examinations
Week of April 23
Classes End
Saturday April 29
May
New Student Orientation
Week of April 23
Classes Begin
Monday May 1
Final Examinations
Week of May 21
Classes End
Saturday May 27
June
New Student Orientation
Week of May 21
Memorial Day Recess
Monday May 29
Classes Begin
Tuesday May 30
Final Examinations
Week of June 18
Classes End
Saturday June 24
Summer Quarterly Recess – June 26, 2017– June 30, 2017
SUMMER QUARTER
July
New Student Orientation
Week of June 25
Classes Begin
Monday July 3
Independence Day Recess
Tuesday July 4
Final Examinations
Week of July 23
Classes End
Saturday July 29
August
New Student Orientation
Week of July 23
Classes Begin
Monday July 31
Final Examinations
Week of August 23
Classes End
Saturday August 29
September
New Student Orientation
Week of August 23
Classes Begin
Monday August 28
Labor Day Recess
Monday September 4
Final Examinations
Week of September 17
Classes End
Saturday September 23
Fall Quarterly Recess – September 25, 2017 – September 29, 2017
FALL QUARTER
October
New Student Orientation
Week of September 24
Classes Begin
Monday October 2
Final Examinations
Week of October 22
Classes End
Saturday October 28
November
New Student Orientation
Week of October 22
Classes Begin
Monday October 30
Veteran’s Day Recess
Friday November 10
Final Examinations
Week of November 19
Classes End
Wednesday November 22
December
New Student Orientation
Week of November 19
Classes Begin
Monday November 27
Final Examinations
Week of December 17
Classes End
Saturday December 23
Winter Quarterly Recess – December 25, 2017 – January 1, 2018
In those months in which class meetings are lost to holidays, additional instructional time may be scheduled in order to
make up the contact hours as required.
PROGRAM UPDATES
Effective June 25, 2015
The Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program is no longer enrolling new students.
Brown Mackie College – St. Louis has been granted initial approval to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing
by the Missouri Board of Nursing, 3605 Missouri Boulevard, P.O. Box 656, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0656,
573-751-0681.
Nursing (Associate of Applied Science)
Please refer to Section 335.066, RSM of the Missouri Nursing Practice Act for a description of instances where the
Missouri Board of Nursing, may refuse to issue or reinstate any certificate of registration permit or license. Completion of
the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program does not guarantee eligibility to take the licensure examination.
Graduates from the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program are eligible to have their name submitted to the
Boards of Nursing to apply for the ability to sit for the National Council for Licensure Examination (NCLEX_RN).
Applications for licensure by examination must be completed by each candidate and submitted to the respective Boards of
Nursing.
Registration with NCLEX must be completed according to the instruction in the NCLEX_RN Candidate Bulletin. Both the
nursing licensure application and the NCLEX_RN registration process must be completed and fees paid before eligibility
to take the examination can be granted by the respective board. Graduates may obtain further information by contacting:
Missouri State Board of Nursing
3605 Missouri Boulevard
P.O. Box 656
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0656
Telephone: 573-751-0681
nursing@pr.mo.gov
http://pr.mo.gov/nursing.asp
Or, the respective state board of their choice
Associate of Applied Science: NURSING
The Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program is designed to prepare the student who is seeking to become an effective nurse clinician capable of sound clinical judgment in a variety of health care settings and in the community. The curriculum enables students to acquire principles and knowledge from natural and behavioral sciences and blends this coursework with the science of nursing. The integration of theory and clinical practice is designed to assist the student in the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills. The program is designed to prepare the graduate to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for registered nurses.*
Upon successful program completion, graduates should be able to:
▪ Understand and apply the natural and social sciences informing the study of a nursing program.
▪ Demonstrate entry-level competencies for the Registered Nurse candidate as outlined by the national test plan for registered nurses.
▪ Apply appropriate skills at a proficient level in assessing patients and formulating care plans using theory, laboratory procedures, and sound clinical judgment within the framework of the eight roles of the Registered Nurse.
▪ Perform as ethical professionals in the field of study, exhibiting sound reasoning and effective communication in an increasingly diverse world.
Please visit ge.brownmackie.edu/programoffering/3507 for program duration, tuition, fees, and other costs, median debt, salary data, alumni success, and other important info on the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing.
Concentration Quarter Credit Hours 72
NUR1000 Health Assessment ... 4
NUR1010 Pharmacology ... 5
NUR1201 Foundations of Nursing I ... 4
NUR1202 Foundations of Nursing II ... 5
NUR1203 Foundations of Nursing III ... 5
NUR1701 Care of Older Adults I ... 5
NUR1702 Care of Older Adults II ... 5
NUR2201 Care of Adults I ... 4
NUR2202 Care of Adults II ... 4
NUR2203 Care of Adults III... 4
NUR2400 Care of Clients with Mental Health Needs ... 4
NUR2500 Care of Women and Childbearing Families ... 4
NUR2800 Care of Children and Adolescents ... 4
NUR2851 Care of Clients with Complex Health Care Needs I ... 5
NUR2852 Care of Clients with Complex Health Care Needs II ... 5
NUR2890 Leadership and Transition to Nursing Practice ... 5
General Education Quarter Credit Hours 24 COM1101 Composition I ... 4
COM1102 Composition II ... 4
HUM2000 Introduction to Literature ... 4
MTH1800 College Algebra ... 4
SCI2100 Elements of Microbiology ... 4
SSC1100 Principles of Psychology ... 4
Additional Courses Quarter Credit Hours 12 PSS1210 Essentials of Student Success ... 4
SCI1351 Anatomy and Physiology I ... 4
SCI1352 Anatomy and Physiology II ... 4
Total quarter credit hours required 108
*The College does not guarantee third-party certification/licensure. Outside agencies control the requirements for taking and passing
certification/licensing exams and are subject to change without notice to the College.
Course descriptions describe the learning opportunities that are provided through the classroom and coursework. It is each student’s responsibility to participate in the activities that will lead to successfully meeting the learning outcomes.
NUR1000 Health Assessment (4 quarter credit hours)
This course builds on the core curriculum courses to develop the essential assessment skills necessary for nursing students. The course focuses on a holistic approach to health assessment as the basis for nursing intervention and practice. The student will learn to develop multiple skills for client interviewing with the use of therapeutic communication, assessing health history, and performing physical examinations for clients across the lifespan, to include special populations while considering cultural needs. Teaching and learning will take place in the classroom and in the laboratory setting.
Prerequisites: SCI2100
NUR1010 Pharmacology (5 quarter credit hours)
This course outlines the basic concepts of pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics. The process of clinical calculations is introduced, as well as the major drug classifications. Students will utilize critical thinking in the nursing process as it relates to providing safe, effective nursing care in drug administration.
Prerequisites: MTH1800
NUR1201 Foundations of Nursing I (4 quarter credit hours)
This course provides an introduction to the role of the nurse as an integral part of the healthcare team describing the concepts of critical thinking, nursing process and evidence-based practice. The students will learn infection control practices and client safety as it relates to National Patient Safety Goals utilizing theory and laboratory instructional methodology.
Prerequisites: SCI2100
NUR1202 Foundations of Nursing II (5 quarter credit hours)
This course builds on nursing skills and knowledge developed in Foundations of Nursing I by emphasizing concepts of therapeutic communication, biological needs, developmental theories and cultural influences. Principles of teaching and learning are also discussed relevant to client care needs. Laboratory and clinical skills are focused on assisting clients with biological needs, medication administration and pain management.
Prerequisites: NUR1000, NUR1010 and NUR1201
NUR1203 Foundations of Nursing III (5 quarter credit hours)
This course builds on the nursing skills and knowledge developed in Foundations of Nursing I and Foundations of Nursing II by developing new knowledge of client oxygenation, fluid/electrolyte, self-concept, sexuality, and spiritual needs. Emphasis is also placed on the legal/ethical issues involved in the profession of nursing, community nursing and management of care. Content relating to nursing care for clients receiving complimentary/alternative therapies, care of clients with cancer, clients undergoing surgical interventions, and experiencing death/loss/grief is also discussed.
Prerequisites: NUR1202
NUR1701 Care of Older Adults I (5 quarter credit hours)
This course provides the foundations of healthy aging and the basic biologic, safety and security needs of the older adult client. There is an overview of nursing concepts with regard to physiological, cognitive, biological needs as they relate to providing therapeutic nursing interventions within this population of clients. In addition, there is a focus on building strong assessment and communication skills to evaluate the health status of the older adult and utilizing the nursing process, plan and implement care in a clinical setting.
Prerequisites: NUR1203
NUR1702 Care of Older Adults II (5 quarter credit hours)
This course expands upon the concepts from NUR1701 – Care of Older Adults I. There is an overview of chronic diseases that affect the older adult, as well as key concepts related to self-esteem and self-identity development. Additionally, there is discussion related to the concepts and theories of loss, death and dying, and the nurse’s role in the process. The course has a clinical component allowing the student to utilize the nursing process to plan and implement care to meet the needs of the older adult.
Prerequisites: NUR1701
NUR2201 Care of Adults I (4 quarter credit hours)
This course integrates the use of therapeutic communication, therapeutic interventions, evidence-based practice and teaching/learning concepts for the care of adult clients. Dimensions of the course will focus on expanding the application of concepts from previous nursing and natural/behavioral science courses. An emphasis will be placed on content related to care and needs of clients in the perioperative period and experiencing problems of protection.
Prerequisites: NUR1000, NUR1010 or NUR1020, and NUR1702
NUR2202 Care of Adults II (4 quarter credit hours)
This course integrates the use of therapeutic communication, therapeutic interventions, evidence-based practice and teaching/learning concepts for the care of adult clients. Dimensions of the course will focus on expanding the application of concepts from previous nursing and natural/behavioral science courses. An emphasis will be placed on content related to care and needs of clients experiencing problems of mobility, sensation and cognition.
Prerequisites: NUR2201
NUR2203 Care of Adults III (4 quarter credit hours)
This course integrates the use of therapeutic communication, therapeutic interventions, evidence-based practice and teaching/learning concepts for the care of adult clients. Dimensions of the course will focus on expanding the application of concepts from previous nursing and natural/behavioral science courses. An emphasis will be placed on content related to care and needs of clients experiencing problems of digestion, nutrition, elimination and protection.
Prerequisites: Completion of all other coursework.
NUR2400 Care of Clients with Mental Health Needs (4 quarter credit hours)
This course provides an introduction to mental health and psychiatric nursing using the nursing process to promote psychosocial integrity within the context of a health-illness continuum across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic communication, bio-psychosocial rehabilitation, and the therapeutic use of self. Clinical experiences provide students with opportunities to participate in therapeutic activities in a variety of health settings.
Prerequisites: NUR2203 and SSC1100
NUR2500 Care of Women and Childbearing Families (4 quarter credit hours)
Theory and clinical course focusing on the nursing care of normal childbearing families and at-risk families during the preconception, prenatal, intrapartum, neonatal and postpartum periods emphasizing critical thinking and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. Related women’s health issues will also be explored.
Prerequisites: NUR2203
NUR2800 Care of Children and Adolescents (4 quarter credit hours)
This course provides a general overview of the health care needs of children and adolescents with a focus on growth and developmental patterns, health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention. The theory content is enhanced through observational opportunities and supervised clinical experiences that allow the student to utilize the nursing process, and therapeutic communication.
Prerequisites: NUR2203
NUR2851 Care of Clients with Complex Health Care Needs l (5 quarter credit hours)
This course integrates the use of therapeutic communication, therapeutic interventions, evidence-based practice and teaching/learning concepts for the care of clients with complex health care needs. Dimensions of this course will focus on expanding the application of concepts from previous nursing and natural/behavioral science courses. An emphasis will be placed on content related to care and needs of clients experiencing problems of fluid/electrolyte, acid/base imbalances, oxygenation, cardiac output and tissue perfusion.
Prerequisites: NUR2400, NUR2500, NUR2800
NUR2852 Care of Clients with Complex Health Care Needs II (5 quarter credit hours)
This course integrates the use of therapeutic communication, therapeutic interventions, evidence-based practice and teaching/learning concepts for the care of clients with complex health care needs. Dimensions of this course will focus on expanding the application of concepts from previous nursing and natural/behavioral science courses. An emphasis will be placed on content related to care and needs of clients experiencing problems of Tissue Perfusion, Regulation and Metabolism, Excretion, Reproduction, and Concepts of Emergency Care and Disaster Preparedness.
Prerequisites: NUR2851
NUR2890 Leadership and Transition to Nursing Practice (5 quarter credit hours)
This course is designed to expand the scope of nursing practice for final quarter nursing students to develop in the role of leader and manager of nursing resources. The course provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of nursing leadership and management concepts, and provides the opportunity to utilize these concepts in a clinical setting. The principles and theories of leadership and management will be integrated into the role of the nurse as a collaborator of care for clients.
Prerequisites: NUR2852
