Nursing (NSG)

NSG 1320 — Foundations of Nursing Advanced Standing Credit for LPN

Credit Hours: 5.00   Total Contact Hours: 5.00   Lecture Hours: 5.00  

Introduces the philosophy and conceptual framework of the nursing program. Focuses on the foundational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to practice evidence based, quality and safe patient centered care utilizing teamwork and collaboration and informatics to formulate patient centered nursing decisions. Integrates foundational nursing concepts, the nursing process and nursing skills to promote critical thinking and safe patient care. The student builds upon knowledge acquired from general education and applied general education course work. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Summer, Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: Acceptance to Nursing Clinical Program
Corequisites: BIO 1110, BHS 1711, BHS 2110.

NSG 1323 — Adult Health Advanced Standing Credit for LPN

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Provides the opportunity to incorporate the nursing process in the care of adult clients. The characteristics of the individual are studied with a major focus placed on common health problems related to the human needs of oxygenation (respiration), hydration, skin and tissue integrity, and physiological safety (hormonal and sensory). Evidence-based practice and critical thinking skills are emphasized. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from general education and basic health related course work. Clinical opportunities are provided for students to give safe and competent nursing care to client in structured settings. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Summer, Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the LPN to ADN Transition Program in Nursing.

NSG 1324 — OB Advanced Standing for LPN

Credit Hours: 2.00   Total Contact Hours: 4.00   Lecture Hours: 1.00   Clinical/Other Hours: 3.00  

Provides the opportunity to incorporate the nursing process in the care of the child-bearing family. Characteristics of the individual are studied with a major focus on the human need of sexuality. Specific topics explored include: pregnancy, labor, and delivery, postpartum care of the newborn, and male/female reproductive issues. Emphasis is placed on client centered care and collaboration which includes valuing a partnership with the childbearing family. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from general education and basic health related course work. Clinical opportunities are provided for students to give safe and competent nursing care to clients in structured settings. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Summer, Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the LPN to ADN Transition Program in Nursing.

NSG 1326 — Psychosocial Advanced Standing Credit for LPN

Credit Hours: 2.00   Total Contact Hours: 4.00   Lecture Hours: 1.00   Clinical/Other Hours: 3.00  

Provides opportunities to acquire knowledge regarding the psychosocial characteristics of the individual are explored through the nursing process. Specific topics include the human needs of sexuality, emotional security, communication and cognition, love and belonging, self-esteem, and self-actualization. Emphasis is placed on nursing care of patients with psychosocial health problems promoting collaboration, patient centered care, and evidence-based practice. Opportunities are provided for the student to utilize therapeutic communication techniques and structuring of interpersonal relationships. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from general education and applied general education course work. Clinical opportunities are provided for the students to give safe and competent nursing care to patients in structured settings. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Summer, Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the LPN to ADN Transition Program in Nursing.

NSG 1421 — OB Transition for LPN to RN

Credit Hour: 1.00   Total Contact Hour: 1.00   Lecture Hour: 1.00  

Provides the opportunity for the LPN student to incorporate the nursing process in the care of the child- bearing family. Characteristics of the individual are studied with a major focus on the human need of sexuality. Specific topics explored include: pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum, care of the newborn, and male/female reproductive issues. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: BHS 2110, BIO 1110, BIO 1120, COM 1110, DTN 1220, SOC 1010
Corequisites: BHS 1711, NSG 1423.

NSG 1423 — Medical-Surgical I for the LPN to RN

Credit Hours: 6.00   Total Contact Hours: 9.00   Lecture Hours: 4.00   Lab Hours: 2.00   Clinical/Other Hours: 3.00  

Provides the opportunity to incorporate the nursing process in the care of adult patients. The characteristics of the individual are studied with a major focus placed on the common health problems related to the human needs of oxygenation (respiration), circulation (shock), hydration, skin and tissue integrity, physiological safety (hormonal and sensory) and health concerns related to the surgical patient (peri-operative nursing care). Evidence-based practice and critical thinking skills are emphasized. In addition, legal and ethical aspects are emphasized in regard to the scope of practice for the registered nurse. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from general education and applied general education course work. Clinical opportunities are provided for students to practice safe and competent nursing care to patients in structured settings. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: BHS 2110, BIO 1110, BIO 1120, COM 1110, DTN 1220, SOC 1010
Corequisites: BHS 1711.

NSG 1424 — Psychosocial Transition for LPN to RN

Credit Hour: 1.00   Total Contact Hour: 1.00   Lecture Hour: 1.00  

Provides opportunities to acquire knowledge regarding the psychosocial characteristics of the individual are explored through the nursing process. Specific topics include the human needs of sexuality, emotional security, communication and cognition, love and belonging, self-esteem, and self-actualization. Emphasis is placed on nursing care of clients with psychosocial health problems promoting collaboration, client centered care, and evidence-based practice. Opportunities are provided for the student to utilize therapeutic communication techniques and structuring of interpersonal relationships. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from general education and applied general education course work. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: BIO 1110, BIO 1120, BHS 2110, COM 1110, DTN 1220, SOC 1010
Corequisites: BHS 1711, NSG 1423.

NSG 1510 — Fundamentals of Nursing

Credit Hours: 6.00   Total Contact Hours: 10.40   Lecture Hours: 3.40   Lab Hours: 1.60   Clinical/Other Hours: 5.40  

Builds on the knowledge surrounding the philosophy and conceptual framework of the nursing program presented in the Introduction to Nursing pre-requisite course. Focuses on the foundational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to practice evidence based, quality and safe patient centered care utilizing teamwork and collaboration and informatics to formulate patient centered nursing decisions. Integrates foundational nursing concepts, the nursing process and nursing skills to promote critical thinking and safe patient care. The student builds upon knowledge acquired from general education and applied general education course work. Psychomotor skills competency demonstration and clinical opportunities promote critical thinking while providing students the opportunity to give safe nursing care to patients in structured settings. 'C' grade policy applies to all prerequisite courses.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: BHS 2110, BHS 2120 or NSG 1990, BIO 1110, COM 1110, MTH 1151 or MTH 1260, SDE 1010
Corequisites: BIO 1120.

NSG 1511 — Fundamentals of Nursing for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 6.00   Total Contact Hours: 10.10   Lecture Hours: 3.40   Lab Hours: 2.20   Clinical/Other Hours: 4.50  

Builds on the philosophy and conceptual framework of the nursing program as introduced in the pre-requisite Introduction to Nursing course. It emphasizes the foundational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to deliver evidence-based, high-quality, and safe patient-centered care. Students learn to integrate teamwork, collaboration, and informatics into clinical decision-making while applying core nursing concepts, the nursing process, and essential nursing skills. In addition, this course introduces students to the fundamental principles of leadership, the role of research in guiding clinical practice, and the influence of community health on patient outcomes. These elements support the development of professional identity and broaden the student's understanding of nursing within diverse care environments. Students continue to build upon knowledge acquired in general education and applied general education coursework. Psychomotor skills demonstrations and structured clinical experiences further promote critical thinking and provide opportunities to deliver safe, competent nursing care in supervised settings. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: BHS 2120.

NSG 1519 — Adult Health I for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 6.00   Total Contact Hours: 10.50   Lecture Hours: 3.50   Lab Hours: 1.00   Clinical/Other Hours: 6.00  

Provides opportunities for students to apply the nursing process in the care of adult patients experiencing common health alterations. Major emphasis is placed on human needs related to oxygenation, hydration, skin and tissue integrity, and physiological safety, with a focus on understanding the characteristics and responses of the adult individual across diverse clinical situations. Evidence-based practice, research-informed decision-making, and critical thinking remain central to the development of safe and effective nursing care. Building upon previously acquired knowledge from general education, applied general education, and foundational nursing coursework, students further integrate concepts of leadership, professional communication, and collaboration within the healthcare team. The course also introduces the impact of community health factors on adult patient outcomes, reinforcing the nurse's role in promoting health across settings. Clinical learning experiences in structured environments allow students to demonstrate psychomotor competence, apply clinical judgment, and provide safe, patient-centered care to adults with increasingly complex needs. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 1511
Corequisites: NSG 1525, NSG 3011, NSG 3021.

NSG 1523 — Adult Health I

Credit Hours: 6.00   Total Contact Hours: 10.23   Lecture Hours: 3.67   Lab Hours: 0.86   Clinical/Other Hours: 5.70  

Provides opportunities to incorporate the nursing process in the care of adult patients. The characteristics of the individual are studied with a major focus placed on the common health problems related to the human needs of oxygenation (respiration), hydration, skin and tissue integrity, and physiological safety (hormonal). Evidence-based practice and critical thinking skills are emphasized. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from general education and applied general education course work. Clinical opportunities are provided for students to give safe and competent nursing care to patients in structured settings. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 1510
Corequisites: BIO 1120.

NSG 1524 — Care of Childbearing Family

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 5.02   Lecture Hours: 1.89   Lab Hours: 0.40   Clinical/Other Hours: 2.73  

Provides opportunities to incorporate the nursing process in the care of the child-bearing family. Characteristics of the individual are studied with a major focus on the human need of sexuality. Specific topics explored include: pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum, care of the newborn, and male/female reproductive issues. Emphasis is placed on patient centered care and collaboration, which includes valuing a partnership with the childbearing family. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from general education and applied general education course work. Clinical opportunities are provided for students to give safe and competent nursing care to patients in structured settings. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 1510.

NSG 1525 — Care of the Childbearing Family for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 5.02   Lecture Hours: 1.89   Lab Hours: 0.40   Clinical/Other Hours: 2.73  

Provides opportunities for students to apply the nursing process in the care of the childbearing family. Emphasis is placed on understanding the characteristics and needs of individuals and families with a primary focus on the human need for sexuality. Major content areas include pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum care, the newborn, and male and female reproductive health. Students build upon prior general education, applied general education, and foundational nursing coursework as they integrate evidence-based practice, research-informed decision-making, and critical thinking into planning and delivering care. Concepts of leadership, professional communication, and interprofessional collaboration are woven throughout, highlighting the importance of partnering with childbearing families to promote safe, patient-centered care. The course also introduces the influence of community and population health factors on maternal and newborn outcomes. Clinical experiences in structured settings allow students to demonstrate psychomotor proficiency, clinical judgment, and competence in caring for diverse childbearing families. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 1511
Corequisites: NSG 1519, NSG 3011, NSG 3021.

NSG 1721 — Pharmacology for Nursing

Credit Hours: 2.00   Total Contact Hours: 2.00   Lecture Hours: 2.00  

Focuses on the general principles of pharmacology. Selected drug classifications related to the neurological, circulatory, urinary, respiratory, endocrine, gastrointestinal, and immune systems and process are discussed. Health care considerations appropriate to individual drug classification will be emphasized. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Summer, Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Nursing program or permission from Chair or Dean of Nursing.

NSG 1990 — Independent Study in NSG

Credit Hours: 0.00   Total Contact Hours: 0.00   Lab Hours: 8.00   Clinical/Other Hours: 8.00  

Allows the student who has completed at least one clinical nursing course in the nursing major. The student will have opportunities to explore various assigned nursing related topics. A variety of instructional delivery techniques are used to emphasize nursing topics such as lecture, online learning, small group work, simulation, and etc. At the discretion of the instructor, various clinical opportunities in structured settings may be required. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Summer, Fall, Spring.

NSG 2520 — Psychosocial Nursing for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 5.02   Lecture Hours: 1.89   Lab Hours: 0.40   Clinical/Other Hours: 2.73  

Provides opportunities for students to acquire and apply knowledge of psychosocial characteristics of individuals within the framework of the nursing process. Major topics address human needs related to sexuality, emotional security, communication and cognition, love and belonging, self-esteem, and self-actualization. Emphasis is placed on the nursing care of patients experiencing psychosocial health challenges, with a focus on evidence-based practice, therapeutic communication, and patient-centered, collaborative care. Building upon general education, applied general education, and foundational nursing coursework, students further integrate concepts of leadership, research-informed decision-making, and professional communication. The role of community factors in psychosocial health is introduced, broadening the student's understanding of mental health within diverse populations and settings. Structured laboratory and clinical experiences provide opportunities for students to practice therapeutic communication, develop effective interpersonal relationships, and deliver safe, competent nursing care to individuals with psychosocial health needs. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: NSG 1519, NSG 1525
Corequisites: NSG 2526, NSG 4012, NSG 4022, NSG 4023.

NSG 2521 — Psychosocial Nursing

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 5.02   Lecture Hours: 1.89   Lab Hours: 0.40   Clinical/Other Hours: 2.73  

Provides opportunities to acquire knowledge regarding the psychosocial characteristics of the individual in the context of the nursing process. Specific topics include the human needs of sexuality, emotional security, communication and cognition, love and belonging, self-esteem, and self-actualization. Emphasis is placed on nursing care of patients with psychosocial health problems promoting collaboration, patient centered care, and evidence-based practice. Opportunities are provided for the student to utilize therapeutic communication techniques and structuring of interpersonal relationships in scheduled laboratory and clinical experiences. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from general education and applied general education course work. Clinical opportunities are provided for the students to give safe and competent nursing care to patients in structured settings. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: BIO 1120, BHS 1711, NSG 1523, NSG 1524
Corequisites: NSG 1721.

NSG 2522 — Adult Health II

Credit Hours: 6.00   Total Contact Hours: 10.85   Lecture Hours: 3.50   Lab Hours: 0.30   Clinical/Other Hours: 7.05  

Provides opportunities to incorporate the nursing process in the care of the adult patients. Characteristics of the individual are studied with a major focus placed on the common health problems related to the human needs of physiological safety (immunity-oncology), elimination (bowel and bladder), oxygenation (circulation), and activity and mobility. Emphasis is placed on collaboration among the health care team, evidence-based practice, and critical thinking skills. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from applied general education courses. Clinical opportunities are provided for students to practice safe and competent nursing care to patients in structured settings. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: BIO 1120, BHS 1711, NSG 1423 or NSG 1523, NSG 1421 or NSG 1524
Corequisites: NSG 1721.

NSG 2525 — Essentials of Nurse Practice  

Credit Hours: 9.00   Total Contact Hours: 15.67   Lecture Hours: 5.50   Lab Hours: 0.66   Clinical/Other Hours: 9.51  

Provides opportunities to incorporate the nursing process in the care of adult and pediatric patients. Characteristics of the adult individual are studied with a focus on common health problems that include the human need of physiological safety (neurosensory/eye/ear). The pediatric individual is studied with a focus on common health problems that include the human needs of oxygenation, nutrition, elimination, physiological safety, activity/mobility and communication/cognition. Topics related to individual emergencies, trauma, bio-terrorism and disaster nursing are discussed. Emphasis is placed on collaboration, leadership, management and delegation as the student prepares to transition into practice. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from general education and applied general education course work. Clinical experiences are provided for students in a variety of structured settings to practice safe and competent nursing care. This capstone course concludes with a role-transition experience. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 1721, NSG 1424 or NSG 2521, NSG 2522, Background check (fingerprint).

NSG 2526 — Adult Health II for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 0.00   Total Contact Hours: 10.85   Lecture Hours: 3.50   Lab Hours: 0.30   Clinical/Other Hours: 7.05  

Provides opportunities for students to apply the nursing process in the care of adult clients experiencing common health problems. Emphasis is placed on understanding individual characteristics and human needs related to physiological safety (including immunity, oncology, and nutrition), elimination of bowel and bladder, oxygenation through circulation, and activity and mobility. Evidence-based practice, research-informed decision-making, interprofessional collaboration, and critical thinking are central to the development of safe and effective nursing care. Building upon previously acquired knowledge from applied general education and foundational nursing coursework, students further integrate concepts of leadership, professional communication, and teamwork within diverse healthcare environments. The course also introduces the influence of community health factors on adult patient outcomes, reinforcing the nurse's role in promoting health across settings. Clinical learning experiences in structured environments allow students to practice psychomotor skills, apply clinical judgment, and deliver safe, competent, and patient-centered care. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: NSG 1519, NSG 1525
Corequisites: NSG 2520, NSG 4012, NSG 4022, NSG 4023.

NSG 2530 — Essentials of Nurse Practice for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 9.00   Total Contact Hours: 14.70   Lecture Hours: 5.90   Lab Hours: 1.00   Clinical/Other Hours: 7.80  

Provides opportunities for students to apply the nursing process in the care of both adult and pediatric patients. Adult health content focuses on common health problems related to the human need for physiological safety, including neurosensory, eye, and ear disorders. Students examine concepts related to emergencies, trauma, bioterrorism, and disaster nursing, with an emphasis on clinical judgment and preparedness across care environments. Pediatric content centers on common health problems. Evidence-based practice, research-informed decision-making, and critical thinking are reinforced throughout. Collaboration, leadership, management, and delegation are highlighted as essential competencies as students prepare for transition to professional practice. The role of community health influences on both adult and pediatric populations is also emphasized, broadening the student's understanding of population-focused care. Building upon general education, applied general education, and prior nursing coursework, students integrate professional communication, interprofessional teamwork, and foundational leadership skills. Intensive role-transition clinical experiences in a variety of structured settings allow students to practice safe, competent, and patient-centered nursing care, to support entry into professional nursing practice. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 2520, NSG 2526, NSG 4012, NSG 4022, NSG 4023
Corequisites: NSG 4013, NSG 4030.

NSG 3010 — Evolving Roles in Professional Nursing

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Examines and discusses various professional nursing roles and values in contemporary nursing practice as it relates to current issues and trends. Explore theories and elements of professional nursing in a global healthcare community. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring.

NSG 3011 — Evolving Roles in Professional Nursing for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Examines and discusses various professional nursing roles and values in contemporary nursing practice as they relate to current issues and trends. Explore theories and elements of professional nursing in a global healthcare community. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 1511
Corequisites: NSG 1519, NSG 1524, NSG 3021.

NSG 3020 — Healthcare Research in Evidence-Based Practice

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Explores, analyzes, and synthesizes current scholarly healthcare literature to inform clinical decisions involved in nursing care. Students will have the opportunity to implement acquired research concepts to various activities. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring.

NSG 3021 — Healthcare Research in Evidence-Based Practice for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Explores, analyzes, and synthesizes current scholarly healthcare literature to inform clinical decisions involved in nursing care. Students will have the opportunity to implement acquired research concepts to various activities. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 1511
Corequisites: NSG 1519, NSG 1525, NSG 3011.

NSG 3030 — Nursing Informatics in Technological Healthcare Community

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Accesses and utilizes various nursing documentation to integrate nursing science, computer science, and information science to manage and communicate data and knowledge in nursing practice. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring.

NSG 3031 — Nursing Informatics in Technological Healthcare Community for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Accesses and utilizes various nursing documentation to integrate nursing science, computer science, and information science to manage and communicate data and knowledge in nursing practice. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Summer
Prerequisites: NSG 1523, NSG 1524, NSG 3011, NSG 3021
Corequisites: NSG 3041.

NSG 3040 — Nursing Leadership and Management

Credit Hours: 4.00   Total Contact Hours: 4.00   Lecture Hours: 4.00  

Explores the different concepts and types of leadership and management (i.e. policies, procedures, and budgetary measures) in a complex healthcare society. At the end of this course the student will be able to apply leadership and managerial concepts, skills, and decision-making in a changing healthcare system. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring.

NSG 3041 — Nursing Leadership and Management for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 4.00   Total Contact Hours: 4.00   Lecture Hours: 4.00  

Explores the different concepts and types of leadership and management (i.e. policies, procedures, and budgetary measures) in a complex healthcare society. At the end of this course, the student will be able to apply leadership and managerial concepts, skills, and decision-making in a changing healthcare system. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Summer
Prerequisites: NSG 1523, NSG 1524, NSG 3011, NSG 3021
Corequisites: NSG 3031.

NSG 4010 — Advanced Health Assessment for Individuals and Families

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.20   Lecture Hours: 2.80   Lab Hours: 0.40  

Develops and coordinates the health assessment of individuals and families through systematic and deliberative interactive processes. Nurses will use advanced clinical decision-making to validate, analyze, and synthesize the collected data to plan and collaborate multidisciplinary care. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Summer, Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 3010, NSG 3020, NSG 3030, NSG 3040.

NSG 4011 — Advanced Health Assessment for Complex Health Disorders

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.20   Lecture Hours: 2.80   Lab Hours: 0.40  

Develops and coordinates the health assessment of complex health disorders through systematic and deliberative interactive processes. Nurses will use advanced clinical decision-making to validate, analyze, and synthesize the collected data to plan and collaborate multidisciplinary care. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 3010, NSG 3020, NSG 3030, NSG 3040
Corequisites: NSG 4010.

NSG 4012 — Advanced Health Assessment for Individuals and Families for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.20   Lecture Hours: 2.80   Lab Hours: 0.40  

Develops and coordinates the health assessment of individuals and families through systematic and deliberative interactive processes. Nurses will use advanced clinical decision-making to validate, analyze, and synthesize the collected data to plan and collaborate multidisciplinary care. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: NSG 1519, NSG 1525, NSG 3011, NSG 3021, NSG 3031, NSG 3041
Corequisites: NSG 2520, NSG 2526, NSG 4022, NSG 4023.

NSG 4013 — Advanced Health Assessment for Complex Health Disorders for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.20   Lecture Hours: 2.80   Lab Hours: 0.40  

Develops and coordinates the health assessment of complex health disorders through systematic and deliberative interactive processes. Nurses will use advanced clinical decision-making to validate, analyze, and synthesize the collected data to plan and collaborate multidisciplinary care. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 2520, NSG 2526, NSG 4012, NSG 4022, NSG 4023
Corequisites: NSG 2530, NSG 4031.

NSG 4020 — Birth to Middle Age Nursing Care in a Global Community

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Promotes and maintains effective care of a diverse and global population from birth to middle age. The student utilizes a holistic approach to promote preventative healthcare, the maintenance of chronic illnesses and restoration to optimal health. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 3010, NSG 3020, NSG 3030, NSG 3040.

NSG 4021 — Gerontological Nursing Care in a Global Community

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Promotes and maintains effective care of a diverse and global Gerontological population. The student utilizes a holistic approach to promote preventative healthcare, the maintenance of chronic illnesses and restoration to optimal health. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 3010, NSG 3020, NSG 3030, NSG 3040.

NSG 4022 — Birth to Middle Age Nursing Care in a Global Community for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Promotes and maintains effective care of a diverse and global population from birth to middle age. The student utilizes a holistic approach to promote preventative healthcare, the maintenance of chronic illnesses, and restoration to optimal health. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: NSG 1519, NSG 1525, NSG 3011, NSG 3021, NSG 3031, NSG 3041
Corequisites: NSG 2520, NSG 2526, NSG 4012, NSG 4023.

NSG 4023 — Gerontological Nursing Care in a Global Community for the Prelicensure BSN

Credit Hours: 3.00   Total Contact Hours: 3.00   Lecture Hours: 3.00  

Promotes and maintains effective care of a diverse and global Gerontological population. The student utilizes a holistic approach to promote preventative healthcare, the maintenance of chronic illnesses, and restoration to optimal health. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: NSG 1519, NSG 1525, NSG 3011, NSG 3021, NSG 3031, NSG 3041
Corequisites: NSG 2520, NSG 2526, NSG 4012, NSG 4022.

NSG 4030 — Capstone in Professional Nursing  

Credit Hours: 6.00   Total Contact Hours: 10.00   Lecture Hours: 4.00   Clinical/Other Hours: 6.00  

Design, develop and implement a capstone project based on his/her area of interest. The faculty approved capstone project allows the student to demonstrate accumulated knowledge from the program as he/she transitions into baccalaureate practice. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Summer, Fall
Prerequisites: NSG 3010, NSG 3020, NSG 3030, NSG 3040, NSG 4010, NSG 4020, NSG 4021
Corequisites: NSG 4011.

NSG 4031 — Capstone in Professional Nursing for the Prelicensure BSN  

Credit Hours: 6.00   Total Contact Hours: 10.00   Lecture Hours: 4.00   Clinical/Other Hours: 6.00  

Design, develop, and implement a capstone project based on his/her area of interest. The faculty-approved capstone project allows the student to demonstrate accumulated knowledge from the program as he/she transitions into baccalaureate practice. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: NSG 2520, NSG 2526, NSG 4012, NSG 4022, NSG 4023
Corequisites: NSG 2530, NSG 4013.