Program Contact: Tyler Traister, 203-582-7856
In partnership with Hartford HealthCare, Quinnipiac University offers a part-time, two-year BSN program called the New Careers in Nursing Program. The program is designed to welcome qualified applicants to work at Hartford HealthCare (HHC) while pursuing a BSN degree through Quinnipiac’s School of Nursing. This undergraduate nursing program prepares students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to provide holistic care for diverse individuals, families and populations across the lifespan. Achievement of the student learning outcomes enables graduates to practice as nurse generalists within complex healthcare systems. The curriculum is framed using The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education (2021).
Technical Standards for School of Nursing Students
Quinnipiac University School of Nursing provides the following technical standards to inform incoming and enrolled students of the performance abilities and characteristics that are necessary to successfully complete the requirements of the nursing curriculum and provide effective and safe healthcare. The student must meet technical standards with or without reasonable accommodations and maintain related satisfactory demonstration of these standards for progression throughout the program and graduation from the program.
An individual must be able to independently, with or without reasonable accommodation, meet the following technical standards of general abilities, and those specifically of key areas for technical standards in nursing include having abilities and skills in the areas of: (1) Observation, (2) Communication, (3) Motor, (4) Intellectual, Conceptual, Integrative, Quantitative, (5) Behavioral-Social, and (6) Ability to Manage Stressful Situations.
General Abilities
The student is expected to possess functional use of the senses of vision, touch, hearing and smell so that data received by the senses may be integrated, analyzed and synthesized in a consistent and accurate manner. A student must also possess the ability to perceive pain, pressure, temperature, position, vibration and movement which are important to the student's ability to gather significant information needed to effectively evaluate patients. A student must be able to respond promptly to urgent situations that may occur during clinical training activities and must not hinder the ability of other members of the healthcare team to provide prompt treatment and care to patients.
Specific Key Areas
- Observational Ability
The student must have sufficient capacity to make accurate visual observations and interpret them in the context of laboratory studies, medication administration, and patient care activities. In addition, the student must be able to document these observations and maintain accurate records. - Communication Ability
The student must communicate effectively to elicit information and to translate that information to others. Each student must have the ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate effectively within the English language to facilitate communication with patients, their family members and other professionals in healthcare settings. In addition, the student must be able to present information in a professional, logical manner and provide patient counseling and instruction to effectively care for patients and their families. The student must possess verbal and written communication skills that permit effective communication with instructors and students in the classroom, laboratory and clinical settings. - Motor Ability
The student must be able to perform gross and fine motor movements with sufficient coordination needed to perform complete physical examinations utilizing the techniques of inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation and other diagnostic maneuvers. A student must develop the psychomotor skills reasonably needed to perform or assist with procedures, treatments, administration of medication, and management and operation of diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment, and such maneuvers to assist with patient care activities such as lifting, wheelchair guidance and mobility. The student must have sufficient levels of neuromuscular control and eye-to-hand coordination as well as possess the physical and mental stamina to meet the demands associated with extended periods of sitting, standing, moving and physical exertion required for satisfactory and safe performance in the clinical, laboratory and classroom settings including performing CPR, if necessary. The student must possess the ability of manual dexterity that would be required for certain activities, such as drawing up solutions in a syringe. - Intellectual, Conceptual, Integrative and Quantitative Abilities
The student must be able to develop and refine problem-solving skills that are crucial to practice as a nurse. Problem solving involves the abilities to measure, calculate, reason, analyze and synthesize objective and subjective data, and to make decisions, often in a time-urgent environment, that reflect consistent and thoughtful deliberation and sound clinical judgment. Each student must demonstrate mastery of these skills and possess the ability to incorporate new information from peers, teachers and the nursing and medical literature to formulate sound judgment in patient assessment, intervention, evaluation, teaching, and setting short- and long-term goals. - Behavioral, Social and Professional Attributes
Compassion, integrity, motivation, effective interpersonal skills and concern for others are personal attributes required of those in the nursing programs. Personal comfort and acceptance of the role of a nurse functioning under supervision of a clinical instructor or preceptor is essential for a nursing student. The student must possess the skills required for full utilization of the student's intellectual abilities; the exercise of good judgment; the prompt completion of all responsibilities in the classroom, laboratory and clinical settings; and the development of mature, sensitive and effective relationships with patients and other members of the healthcare team. Each student must be able to exercise stable, sound judgment and to complete assessment and interventional activities. The ability to establish rapport and maintain sensitive, interpersonal relationships with individuals, families and groups from a variety of social, emotional, cultural and intellectual backgrounds is critical for practice as a nurse. The student must be able to adapt to changing environments; display flexibility; accept and integrate constructive criticism given in the classroom, laboratory and clinical settings; effectively interact in the clinical setting with other members of the healthcare team; and learn to function cooperatively and efficiently in the face of uncertainties inherent in clinical practice. The student must demonstrate intent and desire to follow the ANA Standards of Care and Nursing Code of Ethics. - Ability to Manage Stressful Situations
The student must be able to adjust to and respond effectively to stressful situations in both the classroom and clinical settings, including emergency situations. The student will experience multiple stressors while in the nursing program. Stressors may be (but are not limited to) personal, patient/family care, faculty/peer and/or program-related.
Accessibility and the School of Nursing Technical Standards
The Quinnipiac University School of Nursing maintains a strong institutional commitment to equal educational opportunities for qualified students with disabilities who apply for admission and/or who are already enrolled. Our core values include: belonging, collaboration, compassion, curiosity, and integrity. These core values translate into our work with students, including those with disabilities. The mission of the School of Nursing is to develop exceptional, practice-ready nurses as leaders in holistic care through innovative and inclusive education.
The Technical Standards are not intended to deter any candidate for whom reasonable accommodation will allow equal access to Quinnipiac University programs and services and fulfillment of the complete curriculum. A reasonable accommodation is a modification or adjustment to an instructional activity, facility, program or service that removes barriers and enables a qualified student with a disability to have an equal opportunity to participate in all Quinnipiac University student activities.
Decisions regarding reasonable accommodation are determined on a case-by-case basis taking into consideration each student’s disability-related needs, supporting medical documentation, history of use of accommodations and program requirements. While Quinnipiac University will make every effort to work with students with disabilities to accommodate their disability-related needs, Quinnipiac University is not required to provide accommodations that fundamentally alter the student learning outcomes or waive essential program requirements.
The Office of Student Accessibility (OSA), located in the Learning Commons on Mount Carmel and North Haven, provides students with disabilities a confidential review within the interactive accommodation process to determine whether there are any reasonable accommodations that would provide equal access to the student learning outcomes. The OSA serves prospective and current students with disabilities affecting mobility, vision, hearing and learning as well as physical or mental health challenges. The OSA can be contacted at 203-582-7600 or by emailing access@qu.edu
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Hartford HealthCare program requires a minimum of 120 credits to be completed on a part-time basis in a cohort model. Start dates are in the spring semester.
Spring 2025 Start Date (May 2027 graduates):
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Prerequisite Coursework | 18 | |
A&P 1 and 2 with Labs | ||
Microbiology with Lab | ||
Statistics | ||
Intro to Psychology suggested | ||
| Transfer Credits | 41 | |
| Nursing Coursework (Spring 2025 Start) | ||
| NUR 300 | Core Concepts in Nursing | 3 |
| NUR 302 | Nursing Science and Information Literacy | 3 |
| NUR 304 | Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice | 3 |
| NUR 306 | Health Assessment | 3 |
| NUR 307 | Core Nursing Practicum | 2 |
| NUR 318 | Care of Women, Newborns and Families | 2 |
| NUR 320 | Care of Children and Families | 2 |
| NUR 323 | Women, Children and Families Practicum | 2 |
| NUR 324 | Care of Adults with Complex Health Needs I | 3 |
| NUR 325 | Adult Care Practicum I | 2 |
| NUR 326 | Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy I | 3 |
| NUR 330L | Holistic Nursing Integration Lab I | 2 |
| NUR 340L | Holistic Nursing Integration Lab II | 2 |
| NUR 400 | Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing | 3 |
| NUR 401 | Psychiatric-Mental Health Practicum | 2 |
| NUR 408 | Evidence-Based Nursing Practice and Scholarship | 2 |
| NUR 424 | Care of Adults with Complex Health Needs II | 3 |
| NUR 425 | Adult Care Practicum II | 2 |
| NUR 426 | Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy II | 2 |
| NUR 428 | Community and Public Health Nursing | 3 |
| NUR 429 | Community and Public Health Nursing Practicum | 2 |
| NUR 430L | Holistic Nursing Integration Lab III | 2 |
| NUR 432 | Contemporary Issues and Roles in Nursing | 3 |
| NUR 433 | Transition to Professional Practice | 2 |
| NUR 434L | Capstone Seminar Lab | 1 |
| NUR 440L | Holistic Nursing Integration Lab IV | 2 |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
Spring 2026 Start Date (May 2028 graduates):
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Prerequisite Coursework | 18 | |
A&P 1 and 2 with Labs | ||
Microbiology with Lab | ||
Statistics | ||
Intro to Psychology | ||
| Transfer Credits | 42 | |
| Nursing Coursework (Spring 2026 Start) | ||
| NUR 370 | Systems-Based & Evidence-Based Practice | 1.5 |
| NUR 372 | Professionalism and Communication I | 1.5 |
| NUR 374 | Person-Centered Preventative Care | 1.5 |
| NUR 376 | Fundamentals of Person-Centered Care | 1.5 |
| NUR 377 | Healthy Adults | 3 |
| NUR 378 | Preventative Care | 1.5 |
| NUR 379 | Nursing Scholarship | 1.5 |
| NUR 384 | Person-Centered Restorative Care | 1.5 |
| NUR 385 | Maternal, Child, and Family Health | 3 |
| NUR 386 | Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy | 1.5 |
| NUR 387 | Complex Needs | 3 |
| NUR 388 | Informatics and Healthcare Technology | 1.5 |
| NUR 389 | Continuous Quality Improvement | 1.5 |
| NUR 392 | Clinical Judgment and Health Assessment II | 1.5 |
| NUR 394 | Restorative Care | 1.5 |
| NUR 396 | Ethics and Compassionate Care | 1.5 |
| NUR 398 | Clinical Judgment and Health Assessment I: Fundamentals | 1.5 |
| NUR 409 | Health Education as a Strategy for Implementing Health Promotion, Wellness and Disease Prevention | |
| NUR 454 | Nursing Capstone | 3 |
| NUR 461 | Practice Focus Elective I (Essentials) | 1.5 |
| NUR 462 | Practice Focus Elective II (Essentials) | 1.5 |
| NUR 465 | Practice Focus Elective I (Applied) | 1.5 |
| NUR 466 | Practice Focus Elective II (Applied) | 1.5 |
| NUR 469 | Collaborative Inquiry and Teams-Based Solutions | 1.5 |
| NUR 470 | Inclusive Care and Advocacy | 1.5 |
| NUR 471 | Complex Needs and Palliative Care | 3 |
| NUR 472 | Professionalism and Communication II: Interpersonal Partnerships | 1.5 |
| NUR 473 | Population-Focused Clinical Elective | 3 |
| NUR 474 | Person Centered Chronic and Palliative Care | 1.5 |
| NUR 476 | Policy, Compliance, and Finance | 1.5 |
| NUR 488 | Chronic and Palliative Care | 1.5 |
| NUR 489 | Transition to Professional Practice | 3 |
| NUR 494 | Nurses As Advocates | 1.5 |
| NUR 497 | Licensure Preparation for Professional Practice | 1.5 |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, the BSN graduate will demonstrate the following competencies:
- Apply critical thinking skills to analyze information and evidence, enabling effective communication and enhanced decision making.
- Demonstrate adaptive thinking when faced with challenges by exhibiting flexibility, creativity, and critical analysis.
- Utilize ethical frameworks and uphold professional values in nursing practice.
- Deliver equitable, holistic, person-centered, and evidence-informed care coordinated to improve the health of diverse communities and populations.
- Demonstrate the application of quality improvement principles to improve safety and contribute to a culture that prioritizes self, patient, provider, and work environment well-being.
- Apply knowledge of informatics and healthcare technologies to understand their role in data-informed decision-making and the enhancement of secure, efficient, effective, and regulated healthcare delivery.
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Utilize holistic self-care practices that promote well-being and lifelong learning.
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Demonstrate leadership practice that reflects advocacy for patients and the nursing profession.
Admission Requirements: New Careers in Nursing
Applicants must have an associate degree or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (or greater than 60 credits completed) with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 (B) and completion of prerequisite coursework. All prerequisite courses must be taken within the last five years with a grade of B- or better; and must be completed prior to entering the program. Transfer credit is evaluated according to university policy. A criminal background check and drug screening are required prior to attending the mandatory orientation. Incoming and current students are advised that final acceptance and continuation is dependent on a successful background investigation and clearance. In addition, all NCN students must also gain employment with HHC to enter the program. More information will be provided to qualified applicants. Applicant information is available on the Quinnipiac website.
Professional Progression Policy
- To progress and remain in good standing, accelerated nursing students must attain a semester GPA of 2.67 (B-) and receive a grade of C+ or higher in each classroom and laboratory experience (77 or higher) and a Pass (P) in all clinical practica.
- A student who receives less than a C+ (77) in one nursing course (C, C-, D, F) is unable to progress to the next semester or term. This student will be given the opportunity to repeat the failed nursing course at the time of the next course offering and at the student's expense.
- A student who receives less than a C+ (77) in more than one nursing course (C, C-, D, F) will not be permitted to progress in the program and will be required to change their major out of nursing.
- A student who receives a grade of Incomplete (I) in any nursing course (lecture, lab or practicum) must meet ALL course requirements for conversion to a letter grade or Pass (P) before the start of the subsequent semester or term or according to a specific written academic plan approved by the program director or designee. Failure to do so will require the student to withdraw from the nursing major.
- A student who earns grades of C+ or better in all nursing courses yet has less than a 2.67 semester GPA will be placed on academic probation and will receive an academic plan to progress in the nursing major. This student must achieve a 2.67 semester GPA by the end of the next semester or term. The student who does not meet these academic criteria will be required to change their major out of nursing.
- A student must achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.67 in the final semester to meet the graduation requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- A student who is performing at an unsatisfactory level either academically or clinically at the mid-semester point will be notified by the program director. Written notification will be sent to the student via email. Any student who is having difficulty with academic performance and needs help with study skills or test-taking strategies will be advised to utilize the resources offered by the Learning Commons.
- At the end of each semester, course grades, semester and cumulative GPAs for each nursing student are reviewed by the program director.
Appeal Process
A student who wishes to appeal a progression decision must write a letter to the director of the undergraduate nursing program within five business days of receiving notice of their inability to progress.
- Appeals will be considered by the Progression Appeal Committee, chaired by the senior associate dean.
- Decision and procedural actions will be communicated in writing to the student via email.
The full policy for progression appeal is available in the Undergraduate Student Handbook and Policy Manual located in the Student Community on Blackboard.
A student wishing to appeal a course grade should follow the grade appeal process detailed in the University Catalog.
Eligibility for Licensure
Graduates are eligible for registered nurse licensure in Connecticut or other states upon satisfactory achievement of the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN®). In accordance with the Connecticut General Statutes (Sec. 19a-14), the State of Connecticut may deny licensure to applicants who have been convicted of a felony or have committed an act which would not confirm to the accepted standards of practice of the profession, including abuse or excessive use of drugs or alcohol. Students should be aware of what the licensure requirements are in the state in which they intend to apply for licensure. A copy of the statute is available for review in the School of Nursing Dean’s Office.
The Quinnipiac BS in Nursing Program meets the State of Connecticut education requirements for a Registered Nurse License. For information about other states, see the Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosures page in the catalog. Applicants should investigate requirements prior to accepting an offer of admission to Quinnipiac for the BS in Nursing program. The licensure boards in each state establish their own requirements for licensure or certification for their state. The state professional licensing boards will make decisions on whether or not an individual is eligible for license based on regulation in place at time of application for licensure. Please see the National Council State Board of Nursing website for more guidance on Registered Nurse Licensure as well as the licensure requirements and contact information for each state/jurisdiction.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, Master of Science in Nursing program and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Quinnipiac University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (aacnnursing.org/CCNE).
Clinical Requirements
Students must arrange their own transportation to and from clinical agencies. CPR certification for the healthcare provider must be obtained prior to enrolling in the first nursing course, and maintained throughout the program. The School of Nursing has additional health and clinical readiness requirements in addition to those required by the university. A criminal background check and drug screening are required. Incoming and current students will be advised that final program acceptance and continuation is dependent on a successful background investigation and clearance.
NUR 300. Core Concepts in Nursing.3 Credits.
This course introduces students to core concepts in nursing, and focuses on assessment and nursing interventions to support and protect health. The delivery of safe, evidence-based, holistic, patient-centered care is emphasized. Knowledge, attitude and skill acquisition opportunities are provided in campus lab and applied in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all preprofessional courses, NUR 304.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 302, NUR 306, NUR 330L, NUR 307.
Offered: Every year, Fall and Spring
NUR 302. Nursing Science and Information Literacy.3 Credits.
This course examines historical and contemporary nursing science. Students are introduced to patterns of knowing, clinical reasoning and select disciplinary and interdisciplinary concepts and theories useful in nursing practice. This course also focuses on information literacy and information management in the delivery of quality patient care. Knowledge, attitude and skill acquisition opportunities are provided in campus lab and applied in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all preprofessional courses, NUR 304.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 300, NUR 306, NUR 330L, NUR 307.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 304. Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice.3 Credits.
The purpose of this course is to introduce nursing students to professional practice central to the provision of safe, and high-quality nursing care. This course focuses on the role of the nurse (including historical, ethical, political, social and legal aspects of nursing), nursing theory, health promotion through the lifespan, diversity and inclusion and concepts essential to the School of Nursing's Mission, Vision and Values.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Every year, Fall and Spring
NUR 306. Health Assessment.3 Credits.
This course focuses on health assessment of individuals across the lifespan. Students are introduced to a holistic approach to assessment taking into consideration bio-psycho-social-spiritual, environmental and cultural aspects. Knowledge, attitude, and skill acquisition opportunities are provided in campus lab and applied in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all preprofessional courses, NUR 304.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 300, NUR 302, NUR 330L, NUR 307.
Offered: Every year, Fall and Spring
NUR 307. Core Nursing Practicum.2 Credits.
This clinical practicum is taken concurrently with NUR 300, 302, 306 and 330L. Students participate in 84 hours of supervised clinical practice in a variety of health care settings.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all preprofessional courses, NUR 304.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN program: Take NUR 300, NUR 302, NUR 306, NUR 330L.
Offered: Every year, Fall and Spring
NUR 308. Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice.3 Credits.
The purpose of this course is to introduce nursing students to professional practice central to the provision of safe, and high-quality nursing care. This course focuses on the role of the nurse (including historical, ethical, political, social and legal aspects of nursing), nursing theory, health promotion through the lifespan, diversity and inclusion and concepts essential to the School of Nursing's Mission, Vision and Values.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 318. Care of Women, Newborns and Families.2 Credits.
This course examines topics related to nursing management for women, newborns and families, and emphasizes health promotion, wellness and the illness states of childbearing families. The delivery of safe, evidence-based, holistic, patient-centered care is emphasized. Knowledge, attitude and skill acquisition opportunities are provided in campus lab and applied in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 300, NUR 302, NUR 304, NUR 306, NUR 307, NUR 330L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 320, NUR 323, NUR 324, NUR 325, NUR 326, NUR 340L.
Offered: Every year, Spring and Summer
NUR 320. Care of Children and Families.2 Credits.
This course examines topics related to nursing management of infants, children and families, and emphasizes health promotion, wellness and the illness states of these populations. The delivery of safe, evidence-based, holistic, patient-centered care is emphasized. Knowledge, attitude and skill acquisition opportunities are provided in campus lab and applied in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 300, NUR 302, NUR 304, NUR 306, NUR 307, NUR 330L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 318, NUR 323, NUR 324, NUR 325, NUR 326, NUR 340L.
Offered: Every year, Spring and Summer
NUR 323. Women, Children and Families Practicum.1-2 Credits.
This clinical practicum is taken concurrently with NUR 318 and NUR 320. Students participate in 84 hours of supervised clinical practice in a variety of healthcare settings.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 300, NUR 302, NUR 304, NUR 306, NUR 307, NUR 330L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 318, NUR 320, NUR 324, NUR 325, NUR 326, NUR 340L.
Offered: Every year, Spring and Summer
NUR 324. Care of Adults with Complex Health Needs I.3 Credits.
This course examines concepts of nursing management for adults with complex healthcare needs. The delivery of safe, evidence-based, holistic, patient-centered care is emphasized. Knowledge, attitude and skill acquisition opportunities are provided in campus lab and applied in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 300, NUR 302, NUR 304, NUR 306, NUR 307, NUR 330L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 318, NUR 320, NUR 323, NUR 325, NUR 326, NUR 340L.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 325. Adult Care Practicum I.2 Credits.
This clinical practicum is taken concurrently with NUR 324. Students participate in 84 hours of supervised clinical practice in a variety of healthcare settings.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 300, NUR 302, NUR 304, NUR 306, NUR 307, NUR 330L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 318, NUR 320, NUR 323, NUR 324, NUR 326, NUR 340L.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 326. Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy I.3 Credits.
This course integrates pathophysiology and pharmacotherapy relevant to concurrent junior spring semester nursing courses. Students are introduced to medications used for health maintenance and the treatment of illness. Legal, ethical and regulatory issues also are examined.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 300, NUR 302, NUR 304, NUR 306, NUR 307, NUR 330L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 318, NUR 320, NUR 323, NUR 324, NUR 325, NUR 340L.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 330L. Holistic Nursing Integration Lab I.2 Credits.
This integrated campus laboratory experience provides the opportunity to develop nursing knowledge and attitudes, and to practice skills relevant to concurrent junior fall semester nursing courses. Students participate in learning modalities such as guided practice, clinical simulation and problem-based learning activities to develop clinical reasoning. (5 hrs./week, 70 hrs./semester)
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all preprofessional courses, NUR 304.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 300, NUR 302, NUR 306, NUR 307.
Offered: Every year, Fall and Spring
NUR 340L. Holistic Nursing Integration Lab II.2 Credits.
This integrated campus laboratory experience provides the opportunity to develop nursing knowledge and attitudes, and to practice skills relevant to concurrent junior spring semester nursing courses. Students participate in learning modalities such as guided practice, clinical simulation, and problem-based learning activities to develop clinical reasoning. (5 hrs./week, 70 hrs./semester)
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 300, NUR 302, NUR 304, NUR 306, NUR 307, NUR 330L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 318, NUR 320, NUR 323, NUR 324, NUR 325, NUR 326.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 370. Systems-Based & Evidence-Based Practice.1.5 Credits.
This essentials course introduces learners to the principles of evidence-based practice and systems-based thinking as applied to nursing. Students will explore how organizational structures and the nurse's role as a change agent influence the delivery of quality care and the development of innovative solutions to complex health problems.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 372. Professionalism and Communication I.1.5 Credits.
This essentials course establishes the foundational principles of professional communication and interprofessional collaboration within the nursing context. Students will examine team dynamics, develop strategies for effective communication and collaboration in care-oriented teams, and articulate the distinct role of nursing in patient-centered care planning. The course emphasizes the importance of respectful communication and collaborative practice, incorporating patient, family, and community perspectives.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 374. Person-Centered Preventative Care.1.5 Credits.
This essentials course examines the multifaceted influences on preventative care, integrating individual patient characteristics, social determinants of health, and evidence-based guidelines. Students will develop comprehensive nursing strategies for health promotion and disease prevention, employing a holistic approach across all stages of life.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 376. Fundamentals of Person-Centered Care.1.5 Credits.
This applied course focuses on developing professional responsibility, effective communication, and a caring approach, integrating the principles of giving and receiving feedback to foster a strong safety culture. Students will learn through hands-on practice, simulations, and interactive learning, building a foundation for providing compassionate and person-centered care.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 377. Healthy Adults.3 Credits.
This clinical course provides hands-on experience in applying nursing knowledge to the care of healthy adults. Students will develop essential clinical reasoning skills, practice delivering compassionate and caring interventions, and professional behaviors within diverse healthcare settings.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 378. Preventative Care.1.5 Credits.
This applied course focuses on the implementation of person-centered preventative care. Students will apply evidence-based guidelines, considering individual patient characteristics and social determinants of health, to develop and deliver comprehensive nursing strategies for health promotion and disease prevention across the lifespan.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 379. Nursing Scholarship.1.5 Credits.
This inquiry course will integrate principles of nursing knowledge, including developing questions and gathering evidence for promoting optimal health outcomes. In this project-based course, students will develop skills needed to successfully address relevant clinical/community-based needs, collaborate with others, and develop leadership.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 384. Person-Centered Restorative Care.1.5 Credits.
This essentials course prepares nursing students to provide person-centered restorative care across the lifespan. Students will integrate nursing knowledge to support patients in their recovery from diverse health conditions, developing the skills to deliver compassionate, effective, and holistic care that promotes well-being.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 385. Maternal, Child, and Family Health.3 Credits.
This clinical course provides experience in applying nursing knowledge to the care of both maternal and pediatric populations. Students will develop clinical reasoning skills relevant to the unique needs of mothers, children, and their families, practice delivering compassionate and developmentally appropriate care.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 386. Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy.1.5 Credits.
This essentials course provides an introduction to pathophysiological processes and the pharmacological principles essential for nursing practice. Students will explore common diseases across the lifespan and the medications used for health maintenance and illness treatment, emphasizing mechanisms of action, therapeutic effects, and nursing considerations.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 387. Complex Needs.3 Credits.
This clinical course provides experience in the nursing care of adults with complex health needs. Students will develop advanced clinical reasoning skills to manage complex patient conditions, practice delivering compassionate and holistic care, and refine professional behaviors in demanding healthcare environments.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 388. Informatics and Healthcare Technology.1.5 Credits.
This essentials course examines the role of technology and informatics in healthcare. Students will explore the importance of interoperable systems for data exchange, analyze how informatics supports data-driven decision-making and enhances care delivery, and investigate crucial strategies for information security and patient privacy.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 389. Continuous Quality Improvement.1.5 Credits.
This inquiry course will evaluate principles of continuous quality improvement (CQI) and cultural safety. Students will explore quality standards, assess strategies for promoting a culture of safety, and integrate nursing knowledge and nursing standards to promote optimal patient outcomes.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 392. Clinical Judgment and Health Assessment II.1.5 Credits.
This applied course emphasizes the integration of comprehensive health assessment and clinical reasoning skills to provide holistic and culturally sensitive care for patients with complex needs across the lifespan.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 394. Restorative Care.1.5 Credits.
This applied course focuses on developing skills in person-centered restorative care. Nursing students will utilize nursing principles to actively engage in supporting patients' recovery from various acute health conditions across the lifespan, enhancing their ability to promote comprehensive patient well-being.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 396. Ethics and Compassionate Care.1.5 Credits.
This applied course explores the essential intersection of ethics and compassionate care in professional nursing practice. Students will define and examine compassionate care as acting with caring, empathy, and respect in ways meaningful to the patient. The course will delve into ethical principles that guide nursing behavior.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 398. Clinical Judgment and Health Assessment I: Fundamentals.1.5 Credits.
This applied course introduces the skills of health assessment and clinical judgment for nursing practice. Students will learn systematic techniques for comprehensive health assessment, including physical examination and health history taking, emphasizing the importance of
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 400. Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing.3 Credits.
This course examines concepts of nursing management for individuals with psychiatric-mental health needs across the lifespan. The delivery of safe, evidence-based, holistic, patient-centered care is emphasized. Knowledge, attitude and skill acquisition opportunities are provided in campus lab and applied in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all 300 level nursing courses.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 401, NUR 408, NUR 424, NUR 425, NUR 426, NUR 430L.
Offered: Every year, Fall and Summer
NUR 401. Psychiatric-Mental Health Practicum.1-2 Credits.
This clinical practicum is taken concurrently with NUR 400. Students participate in 84 hours of supervised clinical practice in a variety of healthcare settings.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all 300 level nursing courses.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400, NUR 408, NUR 424, NUR 425, NUR 426, NUR 430L.
Offered: Every year, Fall and Summer
NUR 408. Evidence-Based Nursing Practice and Scholarship.2 Credits.
This course focuses on the related knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for evidence-based decision making in clinical practice. Students learn the basic elements of evidenced based practice and participate in the process of retrieval, appraisal, and synthesis of evidence. Students develop scientific literacy and enhanced information fluency.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all 300 level nursing courses.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400, NUR 401, NUR 424, NUR 425, NUR 426, NUR 430L.
Offered: Every year, All
NUR 409. Health Education as a Strategy for Implementing Health Promotion, Wellness and Disease Prevention.0 Credits.
This course focuses on health education as a strategy for implementing health promotion, wellness and disease prevention programs. Emphasis is on secondary and tertiary prevention and nursing management for individuals with chronic health issues in community settings. The delivery of safe, evidence based, holistic, patient centered care is emphasized. Knowledge, attitude, and skill acquisition opportunities are provided in campus lab and applied in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 424. Care of Adults with Complex Health Needs II.3 Credits.
This course examines concepts of nursing management for adults with complex, high-acuity healthcare needs requiring sophisticated patient care technologies. The delivery of safe, evidence-based, holistic, patient-centered care is emphasized. Knowledge, attitude and skill acquisition opportunities are provided in campus lab and applied in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all 300 level nursing courses.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400, NUR 401, NUR 408, NUR 425, NUR 426, NUR 430L.
Offered: Every year, Fall and Summer
NUR 425. Adult Care Practicum II.2 Credits.
This clinical practicum is taken concurrently with NUR 424. Students participate in 84 hours of supervised clinical practice in a variety of healthcare settings.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all 300 level nursing courses.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400, NUR 401, NUR 408, NUR 424, NUR 426, NUR 430L.
Offered: Every year, Fall and Summer
NUR 426. Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy II.2 Credits.
This course integrates pathophysiology and pharmacotherapy relevant to concurrent senior fall semester nursing courses. Students are introduced to medications used for health maintenance and the treatment of illness. Legal, ethical and regulatory issues also are examined.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all 300 level nursing courses.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400, NUR 401, NUR 408, NUR 424, NUR 425, NUR 430L.
Offered: Every year, Fall and Summer
NUR 428. Community and Public Health Nursing.3 Credits.
This course focuses on concepts of community and public health nursing. Emphasis is on primary, secondary and tertiary prevention and nursing management for individuals, groups and populations with health problems in community settings. The delivery of safe, evidence-based, holistic, patient-centered care is emphasized. Knowledge, attitude and skill acquisition opportunities are provided in campus lab and applied in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400 NUR 401 NUR 408 NUR 424 NUR 425 NUR 426 NUR 430L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 429, NUR 432, NUR 433, NUR 450L, NUR 454.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 429. Community and Public Health Nursing Practicum.1-2 Credits.
This clinical practicum is taken concurrently with NUR 428. Students participate in 84 hours of supervised clinical practice in a variety of healthcare settings.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400 NUR 401 NUR 408 NUR 424 NUR 425 NUR 426 NUR 430L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 428, NUR 432, NUR 433, NUR 450L, NUR 454.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 430L. Holistic Nursing Integration Lab III.2 Credits.
This integrated campus laboratory experience provides the opportunity to develop nursing knowledge and attitudes, as well as to practice skills relevant to concurrent senior fall or summer semester nursing courses. Students participate in learning modalities such as guided practice, clinical simulation and problem-based learning to develop clinical reasoning. (5 hrs./week, 70 hrs./semester)
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: all 300 level nursing courses.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400, NUR 401, NUR 408, NUR 424, NUR 425, NUR 426.
Offered: Every year, Fall and Summer
NUR 432. Contemporary Issues and Roles in Nursing.3 Credits.
This course analyzes trends and issues in contemporary healthcare and their effect on the consumer, the nursing profession and society. It incorporates social intelligence, diversity awareness, creativity and sensitivity required for leadership roles and management functions in dynamic healthcare environments.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400 NUR 401 NUR 408 NUR 424 NUR 425 NUR 426 NUR 430L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program:Take NUR 428, NUR 429, NUR 433, NUR 450L, NUR 454.
Offered: Every year, All
NUR 433. Transition to Professional Practice.2 Credits.
This capstone practicum facilitates the transition from nursing student to professional nurse. Synthesis of knowledge from all course work is integrated into the delivery of safe, evidence-based, holistic, patient-centered care. Students participate in 84 hours of supervised clinical practice in a variety of healthcare settings.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400 NUR 401 NUR 408 NUR 424 NUR 425 NUR 426 NUR 430L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 428, NUR 429, NUR 432, NUR 450L, NUR 454.
Offered: Every year, All
NUR 434L. Capstone Seminar Lab.1 Credit.
This capstone seminar provides the opportunity for students working in small faculty-mentored groups to complete a capstone project that demonstrates synthesis of program learning outcomes, and American Association of Colleges of Nursing Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice. Students participate in 35 hours of a seminar lab in which they create and disseminate evidence-based capstone projects. For accelerated nursing students only.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Every year, Fall and Summer
NUR 450L. Holistic Nursing Integration and Transition Into Practice Lab.3 Credits.
This integrated campus laboratory experience provides the opportunity to develop nursing knowledge and attitudes, and to practice skills relevant to concurrent senior spring semester nursing courses. Students participate in learning modalities such as guided practice, clinical simulation and problem-based learning activities to develop clinical reasoning. Students also prepare for the nursing licensure examination (NCLEX-RN ©) with emphasis on content review, transition into professional nursing practice, and computer-simulated test taking using web-based technology. For traditional BSN students only. (7.5 hrs./week, 105 hrs./semester)
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400, NUR 401, NUR 408, NUR 424, NUR 425, NUR 426, NUR 430L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 428, NUR 429, NUR 432, NUR 433, NUR 454.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 454. Nursing Capstone.3 Credits.
This nursing capstone course provides a framework within which the student intentionally reflects upon and integrates the experiences that represent the meaning of their collegiate learning. Each student designs a final signature work, which demonstrates a scholarly representation of those experiences. For traditional BSN students only.
Prerequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 400, NUR 401, NUR 408, NUR 424, NUR 425, NUR 426, NUR 430L.
Corequisites: Traditional BSN Program: Take NUR 428, NUR 429, NUR 432, NUR 433, NUR 450L.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 461. Practice Focus Elective I (Essentials).1.5 Credits.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 462. Practice Focus Elective II (Essentials).1.5 Credits.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 465. Practice Focus Elective I (Applied).1.5 Credits.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 466. Practice Focus Elective II (Applied).1.5 Credits.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 469. Collaborative Inquiry and Teams-Based Solutions.1.5 Credits.
This inquiry course will promote understanding of research methodology and knowledge generation from multiple professional lenses. Students will develop skills and knowledge necessary to integrate methods and perspectives from multiple disciplines to address complex problems.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 470. Inclusive Care and Advocacy.1.5 Credits.
This essentials course examines the critical role of inclusive care and advocacy in advancing social justice and equitable health outcomes. Students will examine how to build inclusive environments where all perspectives are valued and respected. The course will empower students to become strong advocates, acting in the best interests of individuals, communities, and the profession to dismantle barriers to equitable care.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 471. Complex Needs and Palliative Care.3 Credits.
This clinical course offers practical experience in providing person-centered nursing care to adults facing chronic illnesses and requiring palliative care. Students will develop advanced clinical reasoning skills, practice delivering compassionate care aligned with patient values and preferences and cultivate professional behaviors in sensitive settings.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 472. Professionalism and Communication II: Interpersonal Partnerships.1.5 Credits.
This essentials course advances professional communication and professionalism skills by focusing on the critical role of interprofessional partnerships in nursing. Students will learn to cultivate effective communication with individuals and across diverse healthcare teams. The course will also address the ongoing process of professional identity formation, supporting students in developing confidence and embodying nursing values as they navigate interprofessional collaborative environments to deliver high-quality, individualized patient care.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 473. Population-Focused Clinical Elective.3 Credits.
This clinical course offers practical experience in providing person-centered nursing care to a select patient population, providing students with the continued development of advanced clinical reasoning skills, practice delivering compassionate care aligned with patient values and preferences, and cultivate professional behaviors in student-selected clinical settings.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 474. Person Centered Chronic and Palliative Care.1.5 Credits.
This essentials course provides nursing students with the essential skills and nursing knowledge to deliver person-centered chronic and palliative care. Students will learn to support patients in managing chronic conditions and navigating end-of-life, fostering a holistic approach to care that enhances quality of life and well-being across all ages.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 476. Policy, Compliance, and Finance.1.5 Credits.
This essentials course provides nursing students with a comprehensive understanding of leadership, resource management, healthcare policies, ethics, and compliance in nursing practice. Students will explore strategies for effective resource allocation, decision-making, and team management while ensuring adherence to ethical and legal standards in patient care.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 488. Chronic and Palliative Care.1.5 Credits.
This applied course provides nursing students with experiences in delivering person-centered chronic and palliative care across the lifespan. Students will apply nursing skills and knowledge to actively support patients in managing chronic conditions and providing end-of-life care, developing and refining skills to promote physical, emotional, and psychological well-being and enhance quality of life.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 489. Transition to Professional Practice.3 Credits.
This capstone clinical course prepares the nursing student for professional practice. Students will apply and synthesize clinical reasoning skills in increasingly complex patient care scenarios, deliver comprehensive and compassionate care that reflects professional nursing values, and function as integral members of interprofessional healthcare teams.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring
NUR 494. Nurses As Advocates.1.5 Credits.
This applied course provides nursing students with a comprehensive exploration of the nurse's role as an advocate. Students will examine the principles and skills of effective advocacy, understanding how to lead change and promote optimal outcomes for individuals, communities, and the healthcare workforce across diverse healthcare settings and within the nursing profession.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Fall
NUR 497. Licensure Preparation for Professional Practice.1.5 Credits.
This course provides a structured and comprehensive review of essential nursing content and test-taking strategies to maximize student preparedness for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Through focused content review, practice examinations mirroring the NCLEX format, and targeted strategy development, students will refine their knowledge base, enhance exam readiness, and build confidence in their ability to achieve successful licensure as Registered Nurses.
Prerequisites: Students required to follow their individual program pathway.
Offered: Every year, Spring