• NRSG 6920: Workshop

  1.00 - 6.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Prerequisite:    MSN 6100 and MSN 6120 and MSN 6140 and MSN 6160 and MSN 6180 and MSN 6200 and MSN 6300 and MSN 6324 and MSN 6340 and MSN 6360 and MSN 6360 and MSN 6380 and MSN 6380 and MSN 6400 and MSN 6400 and MSN 6500 and MSN 6520 and MSN 6540 and MSN 6560 and MSN 6580 and MSN 6600 and MSN 6700
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• NRSG 7002: Transitions to Practice

  1.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  The course provides students with a foundation for understanding the process and phases of transition to the role of the FNP, the requirements for credentialing as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), participation in professional organizations, and regulatory compliance. An understanding of issues related to health policy, healthcare delivery, access and quality of care, ethical and legal role expansion implications, negotiating contracts, billing and reimbursement, and general leadership competencies are presented.
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• NRSG 7003: Telehealth for APRN

  0.50 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Telehealth for Advanced Practice Nurses explores the ongoing development of telehealth technology since the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to provide video and/or telephone visits with patients. In light of sweeping policy changes, it is essential that nurse practitioners are cognizant of this powerful tool to promote continuity of care and offer convenient, routine care across a broad range of patient scenarios.
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• NRSG 7004: Complementary Medicine

  1.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Complementary Medicine and Alternative Therapies for Advanced Nursing Practice explores analysis and appropriateness of practices related to alternative medicine, which are frequently requested by consumers seeking health care from nurse practitioners. Clients in distress, pain, or diagnosed with illnesses may be seeking new and novel approaches for the alleviation of symptoms. Based on strong patient relationships, nurse practitioners are in an ideal position to reduce harm from and maximize the benefits of complementary medicine and alternative therapies. This course focuses on a holistic and patient-centered approach to health care and treatment based on the whole person.
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• NRSG 7010: Scholarly & Ethical Foundation

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course examines the scientific, philosophical, and ethical underpinnings of advanced nursing practice, including the relationships among theory, research, and practice. Students critically appraise types of evidence in nursing and/or other healthcare disciplines to begin the initial literature review for the DNP Project.
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• NRSG 7020: Biostatistics/Epidemiology

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course focuses on the basic tools needed for the collection, analysis, and interpretation of research, in particular findings and recommendations for individuals and population health and health policy. Epidemiological principles, models, and approaches/strategies related to health and illness in at-risk populations are examined. General principle of research design and hypothesis testing are reviewed and research and non-research studies examined for human health and disease treatment.
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• NRSG 7030: Information Technology

  2.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course examines principles of nursing informatics and how they are integrated in health care systems. Advanced informatics skills of database design, knowledge management, clinical decision support, and project management to guide the DNP student in recommending, evaluating, and implementing patient care technologies. This course offers 15 course practicum hours 1:4 credit to clock hours. (0.25 credit= 15 clock hours).
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• NRSG 7040: Systems Approach and QI

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course focuses on the DNP student critically appraising the evidence of quality improvement (QI) measures, strategies, and outcomes in health care systems. The DNP student designs and evaluates care delivery approaches within the current organizational, political, cultural, and economic context to ensure accountability for quality of health care and patient safety in diverse organizations. Upon completion of this course, the student completes 30 DNP practice hours.
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• NRSG 7050: Advanced Population Health

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course synthesizes concepts related to clinical prevention and at-risk populations. Using epidemiological and informatics principles, the DNP student assesses select population needs, with consideration of psychosocial, cultural, and ecological factors and their impact on health disparities across healthcare systems. Students evaluate care delivery models for population health services addressing health promotion/disease prevention that are responsive to diverse cultural needs. Upon completion of this course, the student completes 30 DNP practice hours.
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• NRSG 7060: DNP Organizational Leadership

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course examines theories and strategies to enhance the DNP student's leadership skills. Students are prepared to effectively lead change, facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration, and transform practice to impact the quality of health care and outcomes within complex healthcare systems.
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