BS Degree in Nursing (NY)

Designed as a broad introduction to life science. The course will introduce a student to biological concepts that they can relate to as an everyday person. We will introduce the basic concepts of scientific method, discuss basic chemistry and define a cell, explore energy flow and genetics, and overview of ecology. After an exploration of evolution, biodiversity and human body systems will be introduced.

A study of the structure and basic molecular and cellular functions, and basic disease processes of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, respiratory, cardiovascular and lymphatic systems.

An overview of concepts of microbiology to provide a basic understanding of these concepts. Emphasis is on infections and diseases, relationship between organisms, bacteriology and virology, concepts of immunology, epidemiology, and interpretation of common laboratory tests to form a basis for practical, patient-focused knowledge for application in providing nursing care. Students will demonstrate competence in microbiological lab practices.

Study of the disease processes of the body systems. An overview of genetics and genetic transmission of diseases as well as stress and pain management will be explored. The pathophysiologic changes that occur at the cellular level during disease and the effect of pathophysiologic changes on tissues, organs, and organ systems will be examined.

A study of the structure, functions, and basic disease processes of the nervous, sensory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, and endocrine systems. Introduction to nutrition with emphasis on special dietary needs, nutrients, and supplements.

This is a fundamentals of general chemistry course designed to familiarize students with the basic principles of chemistry.u00a0 Concepts will include properties and states of matter, atomic structures and bonding, acid-base.u00a0 It will investigate how chemistry applies to the world around us.u00a0 Laboratory work presents opportunities to emphasize observations and measurements and proviedes elementary quantitative and qualitative analysis.

This course introduces the roles and responsibilities of nurses from a historical view to present day. The student is introduced to the nursing process, contemporary nursing practice and health care. Nursing as a profession and the ethical/legal implications are discussed.

The focus of this course is to introduce the concepts of normal growth and development, developmental theories, and strategies for the nurse to consider regarding nursing care of the patient across the lifespan.u00a0 An emphasis on identifying the developmental task in correlation to patient's current situation in the health-illness continuum will be discussed.u00a0 The use of effective coping mechanisms will also be a focus of study.

Concepts related to the safe administration of pharmaceutical agents, and utilization of the nursing process in pharmacology applications, are examined. Expected actions, appropriate assessments and nursing responses related to contraindications, adverse events and co-morbid conditions are discussed, along with evaluation of pharmacologic effectiveness. Concepts related to patient education regarding pharmaceutical agents are applied.u00a0 Cultural implications and use of complementary and alternative therapies are explored.

This theory and practicum course introduces the student to foundational concepts and techniques for the roles of provider of care, member of the profession, and manager/coordinator of care for patients with primary, acute, and restorative care needs. The student will apply knowledge from the sciences and liberal arts as they use the nursing process and evidence based activities and rationales to provide care. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking and decision-making in both the theoretical and clinical components of the course. Communication, informatics, and working with the interdisciplinary team will be emphasized.

A basic understanding of nutrition and its role in disease prevention and treatment is an integral part of providing nursing care. This course provides a basic framework for incorporating nutritional concepts into comprehensive patient care.

This course provides the student with the opportunity to develop the basic psychomotor skills applicable to the practice of professional nursing. This course builds on the introductory course content of the practice of nursing and the nursing process. It provides evidence- based rationale for nursing actions.

This theory course introduces the student to interpersonal communication between the nurse and patient and the steps involved in performing a patient health assessment. Emphasis is on developing critical thinking, clinical reasoning and clinical decision-making in relation to interpersonal and therapeutic communication and determining normal and health alterations. The student will apply content learned in anatomy and physiology.

This theory and practicum course focuses on the roles of designer, provider, manager/coordinator of care for patients with medical/surgical needs across the lifespan in all settings. Emphasis is on integrating prior knowledge, developing critical thinking and clinical decision-making utilizing the nursing process:u00a0 application of knowledge of pathophysiology, correlating lab values with patient conditions, relating principles of patient education, and demonstrating application of appropriate nursing interventions according to best current evidence.u00a0 Ethical, legal, cultural, spiritual, developmental, genetic, and socioeconomic needs will be incorporated in the care of patients.u00a0 The student will use informatics and communication skills in patient care and with the interdisciplinary team.u00a0 Clinical activities focus on application of these concepts.

This course will provide a foundation for the care of the older adult. The theories and concepts of aging, such as the physiologic and psychosocial age-related changes, common problems associated with the aging process, myths of aging, and the appropriate nursing interventions. The unique ethical and legal aspects of caring for the older adult are discussed. The course content will provide a sound knowledge base for care of the older adult in all health care settings and to cultivate appreciation and respect for the older adult population.

This course explores the nature and scope of care for the childbearing family and the neonate. The student will use best current evidence practices to design nursing care and provide care to families in a variety of settings. Ethical, legal, cultural, spiritual, developmental, genetic, and socioeconomic issues will be explored as the nurse meets acute, chronic, and preventative needs.

The course examines theoretical approaches to diagnosing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care for persons with major mental illness and personality disorders across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on the nurse/client relationship, legal and ethical issues, psychopharmacology, and evidence- based treatment modalities. A comprehensive exploration of major psychiatric disorders and current treatments prepares the nurse to function as an effective member of the multidisciplinary mental health care team. Given the critical role of nurses in all areas of health care, this course will provide students with the critical skills to affect the emotional well-being of all clients regardless of the health care setting.

This theory and practicum course gives emphasis to increasing critical thinking and clinical decision-making in the care of patients with increasingly complex or multi-system health needs. Utilizing the nursing process, the student is expected to integrate previous learning to assist the patient and family in achieving optimal function. Clinical experiences support achievement of these outcomes.

This theory and clinical practicum course focuses on the integration and synthesis of knowledge from the natural and social sciences, fine arts, and nursing science courses in the provision of family-centered, developmentally-appropriate, and culturally- sensitive nursing care of children and families. Learning experiences in both the classroom and clinical setting (actual, simulated, and/or virtual) provide opportunities to develop a beginning-level competency in providing safe, quality, evidenced-based nursing care of children and families.

The focus of this course is in-depth exploration of clinical leadership and management, current nursing trends, legal/ethical issues in nursing practice, promotion and use of research in nursing practice.

The student will explore health promotion and disease prevention theories, use of epidemiological models, and application of community and public health standards incorporating the current economic, political, and social issues.u00a0 Various community and population health issues will be explored, as well as the roles of the community health nurse.u00a0 Clinical integration provided in a variety of settings help to build professional roles, as a provider of direct and indirect care, advocate, collaborator, designer/manager/coordinator of care, and member of the profession.

This course introduces students to the concepts of the research process and its application to nursing practice. Students will become familiar with the manner in which notable nursing research has influenced quality nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on students becoming knowledgeable consumers of research has they expand their nursing practice.

This course requires the student to integrate activities allowing progression from the role of student to that of novice nurse. The student will participate in both independent and supervised practice activities in preparation for independent practice and licensure.

Students study the evolution of information and the impact of technology on research, and learn how to access, evaluate, and synthesize acquired research. The research process and papers required, of each student include inquiry into the history of each student's chosen career along with the assignments on how changes in technology have impacted the communication processes in the career field.

This course is focused on communication theories and critical analysis of written and presented speech.u00a0 The primary focus of this course will include composition and rhetorical elements focused on precise language and effective delivery.u00a0 Students will learn how to plan, write, rehearse, and present multimodal speeches to meet audience needs.

This course will introduce the students to issues in macro theory through the use of models, principles and econometric analysis. Topics will include: opportunity costs, supply and demand, market equilibrium, and the assessment of GNP/GDP. Discussions will focus on the impact of business cycles, the role of government in the economy, the financial system, the role of monetary policy and the major issues facing the U.S. economy.

Students develop their expository and persuasive writing skills through varied writing experiences. Information literacy skills and research techniques are introduced and reinforced. Students apply their information literacy and writing skills to produce a paper which incorporates research in appropriate APA citation style.

This course builds on the research and writing skills developed in the previous English course. Students make critical decisions about the research necessary to produce diverse writings appropriate in content, format, and documentation. Using their research, students produce documents that will positively affect varied audiences.

This course helps students develop quantitative literacy skills for personal and professional lives. Students will use reasoning and mathematical methods to find solutions to real-world problems. Students will use algebraic, financial, proportional, probabilistic, and statistical methods to draw conclusions and/or make decisions.

This course is designed to provide a basis for business decisions through an introduction to the fundamental concepts of statistics and to the important methods of statistical inference.

Explore and analyze contemporary topics using analytic methods and metacognitive strategies. Emphasis is on the application of these strategies within the dynamic communities of college, career and life. Students complete a career-based ethical controversy research paper.

In this course students study the rules of argument, inductive and deductive reasoning, the recognition of formal and informal fallacies, and the application of logical thinking at work and social settings.

This course provides students with an introduction to psychology and the science of human behavior. Students are exposed tou00a0concepts, terminology, principles, and theories foundational to the discipline. Featured topics include research methods, consciousness and learning, emotional and motivational theories, psychological disorders and treatment, personality theories, and social psychology as they relate to personal, professional, and academic life.

This course applies general psychological principles and research to study the individual in organizational, workplace settings. Research- based principals and methods are utilized to study a variety of topics important to the understanding of human behavior in career settings. Emphasis is upon the interactive effects of situational and individual variables as they influence organizational behavior. Students will learn how principal theories and empirical findings from research in organizational psychology are used to improve employee performance and satisfaction.

Students are introduced to sociological principles through exploring the relationship between the individual, attitudes, behavior and the community. This includes the contemplation of issues like race, gender, class, sex, and age, as well as organizational infrastructures and their tendencies towards power, authority, and status.

This course focuses on the dynamics of groups and interpersonal relationships within the work setting. Small group theory and research form the basis for the study of professional communication and group decision-making skills. Students develop a clearer understanding of their own behavior and how it affects others in the workplace.