Bachelor of Science in Nursing, (RN-BSN) Courses

This theory course is designed to provide the registered nurse with a foundation of conceptual knowledge and competencies for the continued development of, and transition to, the professional nurse role. This course will examine conceptual frameworks, philosophies, professional development, ethical practice, current trends in healthcare, and quality and safety in nursing. (Must be taken in first semester of RN to BSN program)

This course applies the concepts and theories underlying population-based practice across the healthcare continuum and environment in the delivery of nursing care for individuals, families, and special populations. The impact of collaborative interprofessional healthcare and non-traditional partnerships on the improvement of population health outcomes is examined. An emphasis on the social determinants of health and the role of the professional nurse leader in affecting change is discussed.

This course provides students with an introduction to the roles, influences, and ethics of healthcare providers, consumers, the government, and the law. The impact of policies on the delivery of safe, effective, person-centered, equitable care is surveyed. The professional nurse’s role to advocate for effective and efficient health policies to promote equitable care and optimal outcomes is examined.

This is an introductory course in nursing informatics with a concentration in evidence-based nursing practice. The application of nursing science, information, and computing technology will be combined to provide focus on identification of practice issues, appraisal and integration of current evidence and the evaluation of potential outcomes across all healthcare settings and patient populations.

This course examines diseases in relation to the healthy body and the pathophysiological processes that occur when disease is present. Students learn about defensive, compensating and adaptive responses to the presence of disease by various body systems.

This course focuses on the continued development of the nurse as a leader by emphasizing the significance of the professional nurse’s ability to advocate for and implement policies that promote safe, equitable, quality care in the healthcare setting. The implications of health policy, cultural values, legal regulations, and ethical practice on care delivery and equity are examined while immersed in a 45-hour clinical experience. (Must be taken in last semester of RN to BSN program)

This course focuses on the development and acquisition of leadership competencies for the professional nurse. The aims of this course include the development of the attributes and skills necessary to positively influence change to promote diversity, retention, self-awareness, and resilience. (Pre-requisite NURS 4110)