(NSG) Nursing: Cooperative Programs
All NSG courses are based with and taught at St. Francis Medical Center School of Nursing.
COURSE OUTLINES
NSG 131 - Concepts of Nursing I (6 credits)
Corequisite: BIO 103, PSY 101
Introduction to concepts and procedures of nursing practice. Fundamental skills are developed and applied within the framework of the nursing process to meet the physiological, social, and psychological needs of clients. Clinical experiences focus on alterations in health of the adult client with acute and chronic medical-surgical conditions. 60 theory/120 clinical hours
NSG 133 - Concepts of Nursing III (3 credits)
Prerequisites: BIO 104, NSG 134, NSG 135, PSY 207
Assists students in the use of the nursing process when caring for the client experiencing mental health problems. Emphasizes client care during all phases of mental health disorders, from prevention through rehabilitation. Provides experiences in a variety of mental health settings. 30 lecture/60 clinical hours
NSG 134 - Physical Assessment (1 credit)
Prerequisite: NSG 131
Corequisite: NSG 135
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a comprehensive adult health assessment. Through discussion, laboratory, and individual practice, all body systems are assessed. Emphasizes interviewing, obtaining a complete health history, performing a physical assessment, and systematic documentation of findings. 2 laboratory hours
NSG 135 - Concepts of Nursing II (7 credits)
Prerequisite: NSG 131 with a minimum C grade
Corequisite: BIO 104 or NSG 134
Prepares students to use the nursing process in caring for clients experiencing common physiological alterations. Builds upon previous learning to develop additional skills. Provides clinical experience in a variety of settings. 60 theory/180 clinical hours
NSG 136 - LPN Transition: Nursing Through the Life Span (9 credits)
Prerequisites: BIO 103, ENG 101, PSY 101, PSY 207
Covers the content and skills presented in NSG 131, 133, 135 and 234. Emphasizes use of the nursing process to meet the self-care deficits of clients and families through the life span. Topics include critical thinking, cultural diversity, holistic care plans, health promotion, discharge planning, and professional practices. [Enrollment requires current LPN license.] 5 lecture/180 clinical hours
NSG 232 - Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing (9 credits)
Prerequisites: BIO 201, ENG 101, NSG 133, PSY 207
Develops knowledge and skills to care for clients -- individuals and groups -- with multiple needs requiring complex interventions. Stresses mastery of intricate psychomotor techniques and explores complex client problems resulting in alteration of homeostatic mechanisms. Provides clinical learning experiences in a variety of settings including critical care areas. 6 lecture/180 clinical hours
NSG 233 - Pathways to Practice (2 credits)
Prerequisite: NSG 232
Explores current issues affecting healthcare delivery, management techniques, and political/legislative strategies. The student manages client care, acts as a member of the health care team, and has an opportunity for further role socialization. Focuses on the application of clinical judgment in specific settings, with the majority of contact hours in the clinical affiliate. 1 lecture/60 clinical hours
NSG 234 - Concepts of Nursing IV (9 credits)
Prerequisites: ENG 101, NSG 133, PSY 207
Corequisite: BIO 201
Prepares the student to use the nursing process in caring for clients across the life span. Emphasizes health promotion, illness prevention, and rehabilitation. Offers learning experiences in a variety of settings including pediatric facilities. 5 lecture/180 clinical hours
