ADDENDUM to the Rasmussen College Catalog 2018-2019 June 27, 2019 This course focuses on the integration of theory and evidence to transform student learning and assessment for students and clients. Teaching and learning strategies for classroom, clinical, and direct-client care instruction using conventional methods and innovative technology are explored along with appropriate methods of evaluation. Self-reflection is used to foster the development of professional and personal traits which promote a safe, effective, and positive learning environment. Students develop teaching/learning/evaluation plans for client- based and academic settings. Prerequisite: Completion of all 5000-level courses, except The Impact of Ethics on Decision-Making in Healthcare, which is a prerequisite or co-requisite NGR 6400 Innovative Teaching and Assessment Strategies 80 hours, 4 credits This course prepares students to expand the knowledge and skills required to be a competent, enthusiastic, nurse educator in a clinical setting. It places the focus on integration and appraisal of transformative teaching and assessment strategies within a community of practice. The required 45 hours of direct client care practicum experience provides students the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills at an advanced nursing practice level to impact client outcomes. Students have the opportunity to refine and deliver a teaching/learning/evaluation plan focused on improving health outcomes. Prerequisite or co-requisite: Transforming the Experience of Learning NGR 6450 Scholarship of Teaching 80 hours, 4 credits This course prepares students to develop and implement strategies for scholarship, service, and leadership within the educational setting. The focus of the course is to explore the many roles and responsibilities of the nurse educator and to provide the students with an opportunity to select and operationalize aspects of the nurse educator role. The required 45 hours of practicum experience provides students the opportunity to develop and apply newly acquired knowledge and skills at an advanced nursing practice level. Prerequisite or co-requisite: Curriculum Design and Program Evaluation NGR 6700 Leading the Future of Healthcare 80 hours, 4 credits This course prepares students to expand the knowledge and skills required to be nurse leader. It places focus on the integration and appraisal of leadership strategies within a community of practice. Additionally, students are provided the opportunity to demonstrate synthesis of learning and to integrate their knowledge of research, leadership skills, and nursing theories to complete a scholarly project. The required 45 hours of practicum experience offers the students the opportunity to utilize newly developed leadership knowledge and skills at an advanced nursing practice level. Prerequisite or co-requisite: The Art of Leadership NGR 6800 Administration Immersion 80 hours, 4 credits This course builds on the strong foundation acquired in The Science of Nursing Administration course. Students apply administrative knowledge and skills needed to perform effectively and assume leadership/ management positions in complex healthcare systems. The practicum experience provides a catalyst for new insights, collaboration, and integration of innovative leadership. The required 45 hours of practicum experience provides a catalyst for new insights, collaboration, and integration of innovative leadership and the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills at an advanced nursing practice level. Prerequisite or co-requisite: The Science of Nursing Administration NUR 4455 A-BSN Capstone 60 Hours, 4 Credits NUR 4455 Lecture (20 Hours, 2 Credits) NUR 4455L (40 Hours, 2 Credits) This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to synthesize and comprehensively apply and integrate theoretical and clinical experiences from their previous nursing courses. Students will use critical thinking skills and evidence-based practice to promote client centered nursing care that encompasses quality and safety. Students will develop a plan to implement a project consistent with the professional standards of the baccalaureate nurse essentials and QSEN competencies. The capstone promotes role transformation, critical thinking and analysis, and clinical competence at the BSN preparation level. Laboratory Component The laboratory portion of this course focuses on the completion of an evidence-based clinical project showcasing BSN Essentials and QSEN competencies; reflection on, analysis, and evaluation of Professional ePortfolio content; strategies for continuing competence and lifelong learning; and Comprehensive Predictor assessment and preparation for professional licensure. Pre- or co-requisite: NUR 4201 Leadership, Management, and Professional Development; and must be taken in the final quarter of the Nursing Program NUR 4529 Public Health and Community Nursing 40 hours, 4 credits This course provides an overview of concepts and theories related to public health and community health nursing. Topics include core functions and essentials of public health, health promotion and prevention, population This addendum modifies catalog content as indicated, and supersedes all previous addenda. Page 17 / 47
