The Nursing Program has been in operation since 1967 and has received continuous approval by the Michigan Board of Nursing since 1970. The program is fully accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) and is an agency member of the National League for Nursing (NLN).
Courses
HHSC 1040 - Intrction to the Profession of Nursing
Course Description
This course provides introductory information related to the practice of nursing.It explores key concepts instrumental to nursing in relationship to nurses’ scope of practice and the use of technology in an ever-changing, multicultural healthcare environment.(3 contact hrs per week for 8-wks).
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NURS 1145 - Health Assessment in Nursing
Course Description
This theory course presents a general overview of the health assessment process in nursing.Topics include evidence-based, patient-centered adult physical assessment techniques, critical thinking skills in identifying assessment norms and variances, lifespan and cultural/gender variations, communication techniques in collecting subjective data systematically, and components of a sexual assessment as it relates to sexuality throughout the lifespan comprise the topics.(3 contact hrs per week for 8-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:Admission into the Nursing program, and grade of C or better in ENGL-1180 or ENGL-1210, BIOL-2710, BIOL-1400, BIOL-2400 or BIOL-2730, and HHSC-1040
Co-requisite:NURS-1155, NURS-1165, and NURS-1175
NURS-1155 – FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING PRACTICE
Course Description
This theory course focuses on developing the critical thinking skills of the nursing process.It introduces communication and interviewing techniques for data collection, examines the nursing implications for diagnostic studies while planning nursing care, and introduces infectious disease principles.In addition, the course addresses pharmacologic principles and safe medication administration.(3 contact hrs per week for 8-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:Admission into the Nursing program, and grade of C or better in ENGL-1180 or ENGL-1210, BIOL-2710, BIOL-1400, BIOL-2400 or BIOL-2730, and HHSC-1040
Co-requisite:NURS-1145, NURS-1165, and NURS-1175
NURS-1165 – INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL NURSING SKILLS
Course Description
This course focuses on skills needed to provide and manage safe nursing care of adult patients.The student will practice critical thinking and communication skills in order to safely care for adults of various ages.Major emphasis will be on developing psychomotor skills related to vital signs, personal hygiene, asepsis, transfer and ambulation, hydration, elimination, intake/output, ostomies, wound care, comfort measures, and administration of medications.The course also introduces documentation of procedures and nursing care, including the use of basic technology within the healthcare setting.This course is graded on a pass/fail basis.Students are required to pass this course to progress in the program.(6 contact hrs per week for 8-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:Admission into the Nursing program, and grade of C or better in ENGL-1180 or ENGL-1210, BIOL-2710, BIOL-1400, BIOL-2400 or BIOL-2730, and HHSC-1040
Co-requisite:NURS-1145, NURS-1155, and NURS-1175
NURS-1175 – HEALTH ASSESSMENT SKILLS IN NURSING
Course Description
In this laboratory course students will identify, practice, and demonstrate physical examination and data collection skills as a framework for learning to provide and manage safe, competent care to culturally diverse adult patients.Students will utilize critical thinking and communication skills while employing evidence-based practice as it relates to assessment.This course is graded on a pass/fail basis.Students are required to pass this course to progress in the program.(3 contact hrs per week for 8-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:Admission into the Nursing program, and grade of C or better in ENGL-1180 or ENGL-1210, BIOL-2710, BIOL-1400, BIOL-2400 or BIOL-2730, and HHSC-1040
Co-requisite:NURS-1145, NURS-1155, and NURS-1165
NURS-1245 – FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING PRACTICE II A
Course Description
This theory course focuses on planning safe, culturally-diverse, patient-centered nursing care to patients experiencing problems related to wounds, fluid and electrolyte balance, pain, oxygenation, and diabetes mellitus.It emphasizes using evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives to develop critical thinking skills in caring for patients and their families.In addition, the course addresses growth and development of middle adulthood and nursing documentation in the medical record.(6 contact hrs per week for 4-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:NURS-1165, NURS-1175 and grade of C or better in NURS-1145, NURS-1155, and PSYC-1010
Co-requisite:NURS-1265
NURS-1255 – FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING PRACTICE II B – 1.5 credit hours
Course Description
This theory course focuses on planning safe, culturally-diverse, patient-centered nursing care for patients experiencing sleep, vision, hearing, immobility, and end of life care problems.The course presents an introduction to cancer as well as the concept of spirituality as utilized in patient-centered care.It emphasizes using evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives to develop critical thinking skills in caring for patients and their families and addresses growth and development of older adults.(6 contact hrs per week for 4-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in NURS-1245
Co-requisite:NURS-1265
NURS-1265 – INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL NURSING PRACTICE
Course Description
This patient-centered clinical course helps students develop skills in providing and managing nursing care.Utilizing the nursing process, students will develop critical thinking, communication skills, application of technology, and professional responsibility while safely caring for adult patients.This clinical course will focus on documentation, medication administration, and health assessment of the hospitalized patient.New skills emphasized during this rotation include nursing care of patients requiring gastric feedings, tracheotomy care, respiratory suctioning, and respiratory adjunct oxygen implementation.This course is graded on a pass/fail basis.Students are required to pass this course to progress in the program.(9 contact hrs per week for 8-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:NURS-1165, NURS-1175 and grade of C or better in NURS-1145, NURS-1155, and PSYC-1010
Co-requisite:NURS-1245, NURS-1255
NURS-1345 – INTRODUCTION TO ADULT MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING A
Course Description
This theory course focuses on planning safe, culturally-diverse, patient-centered nursing care to patients experiencing surgical interventions, gastrointestinal problems, and nutritional problems.It emphasizes using evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives to develop critical thinking skills in caring for culturally-diverse patients and their families.(6 contact hrs per week for 4-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:NURS-1265 and grade of C or better in NURS-1255
Co-requisite:NURS-1365
NURS-1355 – INTRODUCTION TO ADULT MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING B
Course Description
This theory course focuses on planning safe, culturally-diverse, patient-centered nursing care to patients experiencing problems related to acid-base balance, the respiratory system, and diabetes.It emphasizes using evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives to develop critical thinking skills in caring for culturally-diverse patients and their families.(6 contact hrs per week for 4-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in NURS-1345
Co-requisite:NURS 1365
NURS-1365 – INTRODUCTION TO ADULT MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING CLINICAL
Course Description
This patient-centered clinical course helps students develop skills in providing and managing nursing care for adult patients.Utilizing the nursing process, the student will develop critical thinking, communication skills, application of technology, and professional responsibility while safely caring for adult patients with surgery, acid-base imbalance, diabetes mellitus, and respiratory and gastrointestinal problems.New skills emphasized during this rotation include NG tubes, chest tubes, IV/IVPB, and blood and blood product transfusions.This course is graded on a pass/fail basis.Students are required to pass this course to progress in the program.(15 contact hrs per week for 8-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:NURS-1265 and grade of C or better in NURS-1255
Co-requisite:NURS-1345, NURS-1355
NURS-1445 – PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSING A
Course Description
This theory course focuses on planning safe, culturally-diverse, patient-centered nursing care for patients experiencing problems related to anxiety, alterations in affect, and alterations in cognition.It emphasizes using evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives to develop critical thinking skills in caring for patients and their families.In addition, the course addresses growth and development of adolescent and young adult patients.(6 contact hrs per week for 4-wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:NURS-1365 and grade of C or better in NURS-1355
Co-requisite:NURS-1465
NURS-1455 – PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSING B
Course Description
This theory course focuses on planning safe, culturally-diverse, patient-centered nursing care for patients experiencing health problems related to chemical dependency, personality disorders, and organic mental disorders.It emphasizes using evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives to develop critical thinking skills in caring for patients and their families.(6 contact hrs per week for 4 wks).Center Campus
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Prerequisite:Grade of C or better in NURS-1445
Co-requisite:NURS-1465
NURS-1465 – PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSING CLINICAL
