Course Descriptions

GNUR 640 : ENP Procedures

Provides the Emergency Nurse Practitioner student with a range of diagnostic and interventional skills used in urgent care and emergency settings; including, the ability to understand, manage, and safely perform these procedures. (2) (2 credits lab/seminar)

GNUR 641 : ENP I: Lifespan Emergency Care

This course covers the skills of assessment, interpretation of diagnostic studies, interventions, and treatments unique to the Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP). Students are taught the skills of assessment, interpretation of diagnostic studies, interventions, and treatments unique to the ENP at an advanced level, thereby enhancing clinical decision making for urgent/emergent illness and injury across the lifespan. (4) (2 seminar, 2 clinical - 120 hours)

GNUR 642 : ENP II: Trauma & Critical Illness

Building upon prior clinical ENP experiences, this course teacher the student how to care for patients of the highest acuity levels. Topics of pre-hospital care, initiation of care to the trauma and critically ill patient, and transport of patients to a higher level of care. (4) (2 didactic, 2 lab simulation)

GNUR 643 : ENP III: Immersion & Seminar

This is the final specialized clinical and seminar course facilitating application of previously learned concepts and skills, demonstration of ENP competency achievement, and assimilation into the ENP role. The culmination of the ENP education and transition into the ENP role is also covered. (4) (1 seminar, 3 clinical - 180 hours)

GNUR 701 : Foundations of Scholarly Writing & Communication

Reinforces composition and writing skills for academic purposes. APA is stressed; including, writing, citations, and references. Written communication of ideas to inform and persuade a reader on a topic through a variety of dissemination methods. (2)

GNUR 702 : Advanced Practice Roles & Collaboration

Focuses on the role of an advanced practice nurse and interprofessional collaboration, change management and systems thinking to improve outcomes. Includes an historical perspective of nursing roles as well as the evolution of advanced practice nursing. Students will explore advanced practice nursing roles through analysis of ethical, professional, social, and practice perspectives. (1)

GNUR 703 : Theoretical Foundations & Evidence Based Practice

Advances student understanding of the foundational nursing, scientific, and theoretical underpinnings of advanced practice. Provides a broad overview of evidence-based advanced practice nursing. Philosophical, conceptual, and theoretical perspectives as well as research methods are examined. (3)

GNUR 704 : Population Health, Policy, & Politics

Provides theoretical foundation and a framework for examining health promotion, population health, health equity, and health policy that focus on advanced practice nursing and advocacy. The interdependence of policy and practice will be evaluated, with a focus on the challenges of engaging and influencing health policy locally, nationally, and globally. Students will analyze the ethical, legal, economic, and sociocultural factors influencing policy development. Health policy frameworks are analyzed from governmental, organizational, and clinical practice perspectives. (2)

GNUR 705 : Information Systems & Patient Care Technology

Focuses on nursing informatics knowledge and skills needed to assess, evaluate, and optimize health information systems and technology to support communication, the delivery of high-quality evidence-based care, and improvement of population health. Includes use of systems analysis, decision theory, consumer use of informatics for health care information, and consideration of ethical, regulatory, and legal issues. (2)

GNUR 706 : Biostatistics, Analytical Methods, & Epidemiology

Prepares students to think quantitatively and assess data critically. Examines principles of statistical inference and their application to the analysis and interpretation for answering practice questions. Students gain experience in interpreting qualitative and quantitative data. (3)

GNUR 707 : Quality Improvement & Research Methods

Explores the theoretical foundations and application of quality improvement methods, tools, and strategies needed to increase organizational effectiveness. Focuses on measurement and accountability in health care delivery systems through the examination and analysis of data, structure, processes, and outcomes. Students explore the development and use of relevant outcome measures to evaluate research, quality improvement, and programs in order to inform and use new knowledge to provide, change, and evaluate delivery of healthcare initiatives focused on client-centered, clinically demonstrable care. (3)

GNUR 708 : Advanced Practice Leadership & Resource Management

Prepared students to ethically lead and practice in organizations that advance high reliability principles, patient safety, inter-professional teamwork, and continuous learning. Provides a comprehensive systems-thinking approach to include policy, economics, and financial principles to promote high quality health care delivery to individuals, families, and communities. Develops foundational financial cost and budgeting concepts integral to advanced practice nursing; including, entrepreneurship, management of resources, productivity, reimbursements, and cost effective care. (3)

GNUR 710 : Advanced Pathophysiology

Focuses on normal physiologic and pathologic mechanisms of disease for the advanced practice student. It provides primary components of the foundation for clinical assessment, decision making, and management of patients across the lifespan. (3)

GNUR 711 : Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics

Prepares the advanced practice student for prescriptive authority and focuses on the pharmacokinetic basis for and pharmacotherapeutic management of simple and complex disease processes. Includes ethical, legal, and procedural aspects of prescriptive authority. (3)

GNUR 712 : Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics Discussion

Discussion on pharmacology topics specific to population focus. Co-requisite: GNUR 711. (1 seminar)

GNUR 713 : Advanced Physical Assessment

Development and performance of the skills needed for advanced health assessment of individuals, families, or communities through the lifespan. Provides knowledge to complete a comprehensive history, physical, and mental health exam leading to the development of a differential diagnosis. Incorporates assessing wellness, screening, and chief complaint. (3; 1 didactic, 2 lab)

GNUR 714 : Advanced Practice Clinical Diagnosis & Management

A focus on the symptoms/health problem assessment and selection and interpretation of screening and diagnostic tests in order to formulate a differential diagnosis and treatment plan. Emphasis is on acquisition and analysis of relevant data for the development of a comprehensive and holistic assessment with an understanding of population health and care of diverse populations. (2)

GNUR 715 : Psych/Mental Health Essentials for Primary Care

Provides foundational knowledge and skills to facilitate recognition and management of mental health conditions in the primary care setting. Focuses on the evaluation and management of common mental health issues in primary care; including, mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, substance use/abuse, suicidal intent, self-injurious behavior, etc. Assessment tools, primary care management, and criteria for referral to be included. (2)

GNUR 716 : Primary Care Essentials for PMHNPs

Provides the PMHNP student knowledge and skills to assist in the primary care management of co-morbid medical conditions commonly occurring in patients with psychiatric-mental health disorders. (2)

GNUR 717 : Management of Substance Abuse & Addiction

Provides an integrated approach to the neurobiology, assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of substance-related and addictive disorders across the lifespan. (2)

GNUR 718 : Management of Complex Trauma

Focus on the principles and inter-professional practices of Trauma-Informed Care. Includes an overview of the major theories of trauma assessment and treatment, including care for the patient and self-care for the practitioner. Evidence-based psychotherapies will be emphasized and students will learn about the use of medications as adjuncts for psychiatric symptoms that are often comorbid with trauma. (2)

GNUR 720 : Primary Care Procedures & Diagnostics

Provides the family nurse practitioner student with a range of office-based skills; including, the ability to understand, manage, and perform common primary care procedures. (3; 1 didactic, 2 lab)

GNUR 721 : FNP 1

Application of theory, research, and diagnostic reasoning related to health care conditions and the management of individuals with common episodic and/or stable chronic conditions across the lifespan with a focus on wellness, including topics specific to women and children. (2)

GNUR 722 : FNP 2

Application of theory, research, and diagnostic reasoning related to health care conditions and the management of individuals with complex chronic conditions across the lifespan. (2)

GNUR 723 : FNP 3

Application of theory, research, and diagnostic reasoning related to health care conditions and the management of individuals with multiple complex chronic conditions across the lifespan. (2)

GNUR 724 : FNP 4

Application of theory, research, and diagnostic reasoning related to health care conditions and the management of individuals with complex comorbid patients across the lifespan. (1)

GNUR 731 : FNP 1 Seminar/Clinical

Discussion of FNP 1 course concepts and real-life scenarios. Includes demonstration of clinical concepts; including, assessment, differential diagnosis, and documentation. Clinical practice preceptorship to develop physical and mental health exam, differential diagnosis, diagnostic reasoning, and plan of care for individuals with common conditions. (3; 1 seminar, 2 clinical) (120 hours)

GNUR 732 : FNP 2 Seminar/Clinical

Discussion of FNP 2 course concepts and real-life scenarios. Includes demonstration of clinical concepts; including, assessment, differential diagnosis, and documentation. Clinical practice preceptorship to develop physical and mental health exam, differential diagnosis, diagnostic reasoning, and plan of care for individuals with multiple chronic conditions. (3; 1 seminar, 2 clinical) (120 hours)

GNUR 733 : FNP 3 Seminar/Clinical

Discussion of FNP 3 course concepts and real-life scenarios. Includes demonstration of clinical concepts; including, assessment, differential diagnosis, and documentation. Clinical practice preceptorship to develop physical and mental health exam, differential diagnosis, diagnostic reasoning, and plan of care for individuals with multiple complex chronic conditions. (3; 1 seminar, 2 clinical) (120 hours)

GNUR 734 : FNP 4 Seminar/Clinical

Discussion of FNP core concepts and real-life scenarios. Includes demonstration of clinical concepts; including, assessment, differential diagnosis, and documentation. Clinical practice preceptorship to demonstrate independent physical and mental health exam, differential diagnosis, diagnostic reasoning and plan of care for individuals. (3; 1 seminar, 2 clinical) (120 hours)

GNUR 735 : FNP 5 Seminar/Clinical

Discussion of advanced FNP core concepts and real-life scenarios. Includes demonstration of clinical concepts; including, assessment, differential diagnosis, and documentation. Clinical practice preceptorship to demonstrate effective independent physical and mental health exam, differential diagnosis, diagnostic reasoning, and plan of care for individuals. (4; 2 seminar, 2 clinical) (120 hours)

GNUR 736 : FNP Capstone Seminar/Clinical

In this culminating clinical course students will demonstrate increased competency and accountability in the provision of comprehensive primary health care. Professional practice issues including contract negotiation and requirements for certification and licensure are included. Culminating clinical practice preceptorship to demonstrate independent, competent, appropriate care of individuals across the lifespan. (6; 2 seminar, 4 clinical) (240 hours)

GNUR 740 : Psychopharmacology Across the Lifespan

Focuses on the principles of psychiatric pharmacotherapy across the lifespan, biological mechanisms of action of psychotropic drugs, and the role of the advanced practice psychiatric nurse prescriber. The neurobiological underpinnings of symptom etiology and treatment will form the basis of clinical decision-making in all phases of psychopharmacological treatment for child/adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. (3)

GNUR 741 : PMHNP 1

An integrated approach to the assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of psychopathology across the lifespan is covered in this course. An in-depth exploration of the neurobiological underpinnings of mental health problems and psychiatric disorders will serve as the framework of the course. (2)

GNUR 742 : PMHNP 2

Provides an integrated approach to the assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of complex psychopathology across the lifespan. (2)

GNUR 743 : PMHNP 3

Provides an integrated approach to the assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of complex psychopathology across the lifespan. (2)

GNUR 744 : PMHNP 4

Examines methods and major conceptual frameworks of individual, group, and family psychotherapy. An overview of the major schools of family and personality theory, psychological development, and derived individual psychotherapy treatment modalities, to better understand the dynamics of the patient and the therapeutic relationship with children, adolescents, adults, elders, families, and groups. (1)

GNUR 751 : PMHNP 1 Seminar/Clinical

Discussion of PMHNP 1 course concepts with real-life scenarios. Includes demonstration of clinical concepts; including, assessment, differential diagnosis, and documentation. Clinical practice preceptorship to develop mental health exam, differential diagnosis, diagnostic reasoning, and plan of care for individuals with common mental health conditions. (3; 1 seminar, 2 clinical) (120 hours)

GNUR 752 : PMHNP 2 Seminar/Clinical

Discussion of PMHNP 2 course concepts with real-life scenarios. Includes demonstration of clinical concepts; including, assessment, differential diagnosis, and documentation. Clinical practice preceptorship to develop mental health exam, differential diagnosis, diagnostic reasoning, and plan of care for individuals with complex mental health conditions. (3; 1 seminar, 2 clinical) (120 hours)

GNUR 753 : PMHNP 3 Seminar/Clinical

Discussion of PMHNP 3 course concepts with real-life scenarios. Includes demonstration of clinical concepts; including, assessment, differential diagnosis, and documentation. Clinical practice preceptorship to develop mental health exam, differential diagnosis, diagnostic reasoning, and plan of care for individuals and groups in psychotherapy. (3; 1 seminar, 2 clinical) (120 hours)

GNUR 754 : PMHNP 4 Seminar/Clinical

Discussion of PMHNP 4 course concepts with real-life scenarios. Includes demonstration of clinical concepts; including, assessment, differential diagnosis, and documentation. Clinical practice preceptorship to demonstrate progressively independent mental health exam, differential diagnosis, diagnostic reasoning, and plan of care for individuals. (3; 1 seminar, 2 clinical) (120 hours)

GNUR 755 : PMHNP 5 Seminar/Clinical

Discussion of advanced PMHNP core concepts and real-life scenarios. Includes demonstration of clinical concepts; including, assessment, differential diagnosis, and documentation. Clinical practice preceptorship to demonstrate independent mental health exam, differential diagnosis, diagnostic reasoning, and plan of care for individuals. (4; 2 seminar, 2 clinical) (120 hours)

GNUR 756 : PMHNP Capstone Seminar/Clinical

In this culminating clinical course, students will demonstrate increased competency and accountability in the provision of comprehensive psychiatric-mental health care. Students will gain expertise by working with an identified population of choice and implementing selected psychotherapeutic and pharmacological interventions. Students will develop an individual learning plan to address any gaps in the attainment of required Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner competencies. Professional practice issues including contract negotiation and requirements for certification and licensure are included. Culminating clinical practice preceptorship to demonstrate independent, competent, appropriate care of individuals across the lifespan. (6; 2 seminar, 4 clinical) (240 hours)

GNUR 791 : Independent Study

Opportunities for advanced study in selected topic related to student's area of interest. Consent of the Dean required. (1-4)

GNUR 795 : DNP Project Proposal

Builds upon previous DNP courses and provides students a structured environment to begin the DNP project process, including developing strategies for translating research findings into sustainable improvements in patient and clinical outcomes for a diverse population. The use of information technology and interprofessional collaboration will be emphasized. Models used to guide the process of implementing and evaluating evidence-based practice change will be examined. (1)

GNUR 796 : DNP Project Proposal Seminar

Mentorship and guidance for successful proposal of DNP project. May be repeated for credit until project successfully proposed. (2)

GNUR 797 : DNP Project Seminar

Student will plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate the results of a DNP project. This seminar course is repeated for credit every semester after DNP Project proposal is accepted until their final semester. Students will take the Final Seminar in their final semester. Each semester will focus on different aspects of the project; including, planning, implementation, and data analysis. (1)

GNUR 798 : DNP Project Clinical Hours

Variable credit DNP Project Experience course for students to progress through the DNP Project sequence. Required number of clinical credits will be between 5 and 15 depending on their program. Required number of credits will be delineated by the APC at the beginning of the student's program (1-5)

GNUR 799 : DNP Project Final Seminar

Dissemination of results of the DNP Project through writing, presentation, and peer-review. May be repeated for credit until project successfully completed and disseminated. (2)

NURS 538 : Program Development

Integrates theoretical models, clinical parameters, and program planning principles through the construction of a detailed program for care and outcomes management education track. (3) (3 credits didactic)

NURS 550 : Curriculum, Instruction, and Evaluation

Examination of the theory and practice of curriculum planning, development, implementation, and evaluation. Theoretical and philosophical principles of the teaching/learning process. Analysis of adult teaching strategies and the process of self and student evaluations. (3) (3 credits didactic)

NURS 651 : Psychopharmacology Across the Lifespan

Focuses on the principles of psychiatric pharmacotherapy across the lifespan, biological mechanisms of action of psychotropic drugs, and the role of the advanced practice psychiatric nurse prescriber. The neurobiological underpinnings of symptom etiology and treatment will form the basis of clinical decision-making in all phases of psychopharmacological treatment for child/adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. Prerequisite: NURS 731. (3)

NURS 652 : Management of Substance-related and Addictive Disorders

Provides an integrated approach to the neurobiology, assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of substance-related and addictive disorders across the lifespan. Prerequisite: approval of course faculty. (2)

NURS 653 : PMHNP I: Psychopathology, Assessment, Diagnosis and Management Across the Lifespan

Provides an integrated approach to the assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of psychopathology across the lifespan. An in-depth exploration of the neurobiological underpinnings of mental health problems and psychiatric disorders will serve as the framework of the course. Students will apply principles of neurodevelopment to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of individuals across the lifespan with anxiety disorders; depressive disorders; obsessive-compulsive and related disorders; bipolar and related disorders; sleep-wake disorders; feeding and eating disorders; elimination disorders; and trauma - and stressor-related disorders. The role and scope of advanced psychiatric nursing practice including foundational legal and ethical issues are incorporated throughout the course. Prerequisites: NURS 730, 732. Corequisite: NURS 651 (7) (Didactic 3.5 credits, lab/seminar 0.5 credits, clinical 3 credits) (180 hours clinical)

NURS 654 : PMHNP II: Psychopathology, Assessment, Diagnosis and Management Across the Lifespan

Provides an integrated approach to the assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management of complex psychopathology across the lifespan. Students will apply concepts covered in PMHNP I to the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of individuals across the lifespan with schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders; neurocognitive disorders; disruptive, impulse control and conduct disorders; personality disorders; dissociative disorders; somatic symptoms and related disorders; and sexual, gender, and paraphilic disorders. The role and scope of advanced psychiatric nursing practice is expanded from what is covered in PMHNP I to include forensic mental health care. Prerequisite: NURS 653. (7) (Didactic 3 credits, lab/seminar 1 credit, clinical 3 credits) (180 hours clinical)

NURS 655 : PMHNP III: Psychotherapies Across the Lifespan

Examines methods and major conceptual frameworks of group and family psychotherapy. Group dynamics, systems theory and group therapy models will be applied to the treatment of psychiatric disorders in a variety of settings. An overview and critical analysis of family theories and conceptual models will inform psychotherapy with children, adolescents, adults, elders, and their families. Prerequisite: NURS 654. (5) (Didactic 2 credits, lab/seminar 1 credit, clinical 2 credits) (120 hours clinical)

NURS 656 : PMHNP IV: Psychotherapies Across the Lifespan

An overview of the major schools of personality theory, psychological development, and derived individual psychotherapy treatment modalities, to better understand the dynamics of the patient and the therapeutic 1:1 relationship. Students will engage in the therapy process with individuals across the lifespan by implementing selected psychotherapeutic techniques. Prerequisite: NURS 655. (5) (Didactic 2 credits, lab/seminar 1 credit, clinical 2 credits) (120 hours clinical)

NURS 657 : PMHNP Capstone

In this culminating clinical course students will demonstrate increased competency and accountability in the provision of comprehensive psychiatric-mental health care. Students will gain expertise by working with an identified population of choice and implementing selected psychotherapeutic and pharmacological interventions. Students will develop an individual learning plan to address any gaps in the attainment of required Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner competencies. Professional practice issues including contract negotiation and requirements for certification and licensure are included. Prerequisite: NURS 656. (4) (Seminar 1 credit, clinical 3 credits ) (180 hours clinical)

NURS 691 : Independent Study

Opportunities for advanced study in selected topic related to student's area of interest. Consent of the Dean required. (1-4)

NURS 705 : Clinical Resource Management

This course builds upon the resource management concepts first explored in Leadership and develops foundational financial cost and budgeting concepts necessary to enact an advance clinical practice role, including awareness of reimbursement and population health initiatives. (3)

NURS 712 : Trauma Informed Care

This course is designed to provide care providers an understanding of trauma informed care. (3)

NURS 732 : Advanced Physical Assessment

Development and performance of the skills needed for advanced health assessment of individuals, families, or communities throughout the lifespan. Prerequisite: Basic health assessment skills. (4) (Didactic 2 credits, lab/seminar 2 credits)

NURS 733 : Advanced Health Promotion

This course is designed to focus on identification of health risks and protective strategies for diverse populations as an advanced practice nurse and clinician. (2)

NURS 750 : Primary Care Essentials for Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners

Provides the PMHNP DNP student knowledge and skills to assist in the primary care management of co-morbid medical conditions commonly occurring in patients with psychiatric-mental health disorders. This course builds on the foundations of advanced pathophysiology, advanced clinical pharmacotherapeutics, and advanced health assessment and focuses on the attainment of positive clinical outcomes for the major chronic illnesses of diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, hypothyroidism, and congestive heart failure. (2)

NURS 770 : Primary Care Procedures and Diagnostics

Provide the family nurse practitioner student with a range of office-based skills including the ability to understand, manage and perform common primary care procedures. (3) (Didactic 1 credit, lab/seminar 2 credits)

NURS 771 : Psych for Primary Care

This course is designed to provide foundational knowledge and skills to facilitate recognition and management of mental health conditions in the primary care setting. Focuses on the evaluation and management of common mental health issues in primary care including mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, substance use/abuse, suicidal intent, self-injurious behavior, etc. Assessment tools, primary care management and criteria for referral to be included. (2)

NURS 772 : FNP I: Diagnosis and Management of Common Episodic and/or Stable Chronic Illnesses

This course is the first of four courses designed to teach the application of theory and research, diagnostic reasoning related to health care conditions, and the management of health problems across the lifespan. (5) (Didactic 2 credits, lab/seminar 1 credit, clinical 2 credits)

NURS 773 : FNP II: Diagnosis and Management of Acute and Complex Health Problems

This course is the second of four designed to teach the application of theory and research, diagnostic reasoning related to health care conditions, and the management of health problems across the lifespan. Prerequisite: NURS 772 (5) (Didactic 2 credits, lab/seminar 1 credit, clinical 2 credits)

NURS 774 : Women and Children in Primary Care

This course covers common problems unique to women and children (pregnancy, postpartum care, gynecological conditions, perimenopausal, menopausal care, well-child, adolescent care, preventive care), common behavioral and developmental problems in children & adolescents (developmental delay, learning disabilities, autism, school issues, etc.), and cultural variations in parenting. Family and role transitions across the lifespan are explored. Prerequisite: NURS 772, 773. (4) (Didactic 2 credits, clinical 2 credits)

NURS 775 : FNP III: Diagnosis and Management of Chronic and Complex Health Problems

This course is the third of four courses designed to teach the application of theory and research, diagnostic reasoning related to health care conditions, and the management of health problems across the lifespan. Prerequisite: NURS 773. (5) (Didactic 3 credits, clinical 2 credits)

NURS 776 : FNP IV: Diagnosis and Management of Complex Comorbid Patients

This course is the fourth of four courses designed to teach the application of theory and research, diagnostic reasoning related to health care conditions, and the management of health problems across the lifespan. It is designed as the culminating clinical course in the Family Nurse Practitioner program. Students will demonstrate the ability to provide novice-level primary care to chronic, complex patients with multiple co-morbidities. Prerequisite: NURS 774, 775. (4) (seminar 2 credits, clinical 2 credits)

NURS 790 : Translating Research (Research III)

This course is designed to build upon previous courses and provide students a structured environment to begin the DNP project proposal. Students will develop strategies for translating research findings into sustainable improvements in patient and clinical outcomes for a diverse population. The use of information technology and interprofessional collaboration will be emphasized. Models used to guide the process of implementing and evaluating evidence based practice change will be examined. This course runs concurrently with DNP Scholarly Project I which serves to inform the translational research project proposal developed within this course. (3)

NURS 791 : Proposal Seminar

This is the proposal planning course for the DNP Scholarly Project series. This course is taken in conjunction with Translating Research (790). Students will identify their practice area and location. Throughout this sequence the DNP Student will plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate the results of a DNP Scholarly Project. (1) (Didactic 0.5 credits, clinical 0.5 credits)

NURS 792 : DNP Scholarly Project I

This is the first course in the DNP Scholarly Project series. Throughout this sequence the DNP Student will plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate the results of a DNP Scholarly Project. Prerequisite: NURS 791. (2) (Didactic 0.5 credits, clinical 1.5 credits)

NURS 793 : DNP Scholarly Project II

This is the second course in the DNP Scholarly Project series. Throughout this sequence the DNP Student will plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate the results of a DNP Scholarly Project. Prerequisite: NURS 792. (2) (Didactic 0.5 credits, clinical 1.5 credits)

NURS 794 : DNP Scholarly Project III

This is the third course in the DNP Scholarly Project series. Throughout this sequence the DNP Student will plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate the results of a DNP Scholarly Project. Prerequisite: NURS 793. (2) (Didactic 0.5 credits, clinical 1.5 credits)

NURS 795 : Transition to DNP Practice

Transition and socialization into the Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) role is explored. Role transition includes the DNP's professional responsibility and accountability for advancing professional nursing practice. The DNP scholarship portfolio will be completed and evaluated. The portfolio will include reflection on evidence that demonstrates the student is a clinical scholar and documents competency in all domains of DNP practice as outlined in the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials of Doctoral education for Advanced Nurse Practice, the DNP Core Competencies by the National Association of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) and PLU School of Nursing Doctoral Program Outcomes. Prerequisite: All other DNP coursework. Taken concurrently with NURS 775 and 799 for FNP students. Taken concurrently with NURS 657 and 799 for PMHNP students. (1)

NURS 799 : DNP Scholarly Project IV

This is the final course in the DNP Scholarly Project series. Throughout this sequence the DNP Student will plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate the results of a DNP Scholarly Project. A primary focus of this class will be dissemination of results including final scholarly paper, presentation of results to community organization, and creation of a manuscript for submission for publication in a peer-reviewed professional journal. Prerequisite: NURS 794. (3) (Didactic 1 credit, clinical 2 credits)