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Discover Keuka College’s nursing degrees: a traditional on-campus BSN, plus flexible online and hybrid RN to BSN and AGPCNP programs for working nurses.
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For more than 80 years, Keuka College has earned a stellar reputation for educating nurses and advanced practice providers across the Finger Lakes region and beyond.
This course provides an overview of the advanced nursing roles and responsibilities in the healthcare system. The differentiated needs of the client being served and the range of specialized services offered will be explored. The course begins with an overview of the economic and financial aspects of the healthcare delivery system, including specific issues across the system and their relevance to nursing, healthcare finance and control, and the evolving role of the masters prepared nurse.
Utilizing research and technology, the masters prepared nurse assesses changes in healthcare delivery informed by the principles of related theories. Integration of such advanced understanding is analyzed related to the ability to deliver evidence-based and value- based nursing care. Ethical considerations and legal professional responsibilities surrounding the delivery of healthcare are explored in an ever-changing environment.
This course presents a foundation for understanding the discipline and development of nursing knowledge as an essential component of scholarly practice for the Masters Prepared Nurse. This course provides the student with a better understanding of how evidence-based practice is translated into the healthcare environment. The research process is presented as students develop an appreciation for the thought processes used to formulate a research problem and purpose. Quantitative, qualitative, and outcomes research are examined in an effort to investigate a variety of research problems and purposes.
Published studies are separated into their component parts to evaluate the logical consistency of the theoretical system and its interaction with the study methodology. Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods of research are reviewed through performance of critiquing skills. Methodology, implementation, and data analysis/evaluation are stressed as the processes of statistical analyses are presented. Relevant theories highlight the application of nursing research aimed at providing evidence-based nursing care across a variety of patient care settings. The interrelationship of nursing theory, research, and practice is explored using best practice models. This course includes the theoretical basis of outcomes research, a brief history of emerging attempts to examine outcomes, the importance of outcomes research designed to examine nursing practice, and methodologies used in outcomes research.
Utilizing research and technology, the masters prepared nurse assesses changes in healthcare delivery informed by the principles of related theories. Integration of such advanced understanding is analyzed related to the ability to deliver evidence-based and value- based nursing care. Ethical considerations and legal professional responsibilities surrounding the delivery of healthcare are explored in an ever-changing environment.
This course extends and integrates the nurse’s knowledge of nursing science, nursing interventions and evidenced based practice with computer science, informatics science and technology.
Students examine and critique a variety of healthcare information sources and technologies focused on improving patient care outcomes by navigating and evaluating their reliability and validity. Patient care is considered relative to technology teaching tools, particularly as it aims to improve standards of care. The utilization and management of various information and communication technologies will be evaluated with attention to the ethical and legal ramifications. Those technologies that are most appropriate to enhance the delivery of patient care and to improve patient outcomes will be identified.
Using a systems approach, this course provides the adult learner with the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills and share knowledge related to the management of common pathophysiologic processes occurring within diverse populations across the lifespan.
Systems to be explored include: cardiac, vascular, respiratory, and immune. Concepts of pharmacotherapy are presented including pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacogenomics. In addition, non-pharmacologic, complementary, and/or alternative therapies are explored. Economic implications and their effects on the ethics of healthcare decision making are discussed and explored. Identification and management of co-morbidities will be addressed, with a strong emphasis on the importance of support from caregivers and / or family. Availability of community resources is explored. The adult learner is expected to engage in experiential hands-on learning. The adult learners have an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and evidence based knowledge while practicing health promotion strategies in selected community settings.
Using a systems approach, this course provides the adult learner with the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills and share knowledge related to the management of common pathophysiologic processes occurring within diverse populations across the lifespan.
Systems to be explored include: renal, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, endocrine, neurological, musculoskeletal and integumentary. Concepts of pharmacotherapy are presented including pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacogenomics. In addition, non-pharmacologic, complementary, and/or alternative therapies are explored. Economic implications and their effects on the ethics of healthcare decision making are discussed and explored. Identification and management of co-morbidities will be addressed, with a strong emphasis on the importance of support from caregivers and / or family. Availability of community resources is explored. The adult learner is expected to engage in experiential hands-on learning. The adult learners have an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and evidence based knowledge while practicing health promotion strategies in selected community settings.
This course provides the adult learner with the opportunity to develop advanced health assessment skills.
Using the nursing process, the adult learner will obtain and interpret health histories and conduct thorough physical examinations with diverse populations across the lifespan. Normal aging is compared to and contrasted with pathological history and examination findings. An introduction to the process of diagnostic reasoning is provided. Health promotion and risk reduction concepts are stressed throughout the course. Primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention strategies are explored in light of the various predictors of health (i.e. genomics, socioeconomic situation, culture, and spiritual beliefs). The adult learner is expected to engage in experiential hands-on learning. The students have an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and evidence-based knowledge while practicing health assessment skills in assigned teams.
This course focuses on the assessment of adult health status and application of clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice in the management of health status deviations.
Clinical reasoning using advanced health assessment skills and knowledge of advanced pathophysiology and pathopharmacology leads to the formulation of comprehensive differential diagnosis. Use of appropriate diagnostic tools and timely referral is explored. Formulation of treatment plan using best evidence and system resources is introduced. Emphasis on professional role socialization and functioning within the interdisciplinary health care team prepares the practitioner for the advanced practice role within the current health care system. Scope of practice and legal aspects of the advanced practice role are examined including New York State and federal laws related to prescriptions and record-keeping.
Building upon knowledge and clinical reasoning skills established in NUR 550, 560, 570, this course focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and/or management of chronic health conditions and acute exacerbations of illness involving multiple systems.
Opportunities to apply evidence-based knowledge and enhance clinical reasoning skills will be available to the student through unfolding case studies and clinical practicum experiences which include care of the adult and geriatric populations served in acute, chronic care and/or community-based settings. Opportunities to utilize relevant technology in determined areas of care will be incorporated.
This course provides the student with a greater understanding of the health of the world population.
The course begins with an overview of the political aspects of the healthcare delivery system, including the relevance of the political process in nursing, and information describing how one can become informed. Social, political, and economic considerations are discussed within the delivery of global healthcare. Health policy is studied in relation to relevant theories and principles of patient and family centered care. Research and theory are integrated as students consider potential strategies for change as leaders within the profession of nursing. Information about the role of law and policy are explored. Leadership and management principles are further developed to provide the advanced practice registered nurse with the knowledge necessary to perform in a global leadership role.
Building upon knowledge and clinical reasoning skills established in NUR 550, NUR 560, NUR 570, and NUR 650, this course focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and/or management of chronic health conditions and acute exacerbations of illness involving multiple systems.
Opportunities to apply evidence-based knowledge and enhance clinical reasoning skills will be available to the student through unfolding case studies and clinical practicum experiences which include care of the adult and geriatric populations served in acute, chronic care and/or community-based settings. Opportunities to utilize relevant technology in determined areas of care will be incorporated.
This course provides the student with a greater understanding of the health of the world population.
The course begins with an overview of the political aspects of the healthcare delivery system, including the relevance of the political process in nursing, and information describing how one can become informed. Social, political, and economic considerations are discussed within the delivery of global healthcare. Health policy is studied in relation to relevant theories and principles of patient and family centered care. Research and theory are integrated as students consider potential strategies for change as leaders within the profession of nursing. Information about the role of law and policy are explored. Leadership and management principles are further developed to provide the advanced practice registered nurse with the knowledge necessary to perform in a global leadership role.
This course integrates and applies knowledge gained through the core and specialty courses as well as internship/clinical experiences.
Current issues and concepts affecting the role of the masters prepared nurse are explored relative to their ability to affect change. Research and theory are integrated as students propose potential strategies for change as leaders within the profession of nursing. The comprehensive exam will be an indicator of having met program outcomes.
*Requires one on-site immersion. You must come to the Keuka College campus for a hands-on clinical session totaling 15 hours.
**Requires two on-site immersions. You must come to the Keuka College campus twice for a hands-on clinical session totaling 15 hours.
Using a systems approach, this course provides the adult learner with the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills and share knowledge related to the management of common pathophysiologic processes occurring within diverse populations across the lifespan.
Systems to be explored include: cardiac, vascular, respiratory, and immune. Concepts of pharmacotherapy are presented including pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacogenomics. In addition, non-pharmacologic, complementary, and/or alternative therapies are explored. Economic implications and their effects on the ethics of healthcare decision making are discussed and explored. Identification and management of co-morbidities will be addressed, with a strong emphasis on the importance of support from caregivers and / or family. Availability of community resources is explored. The adult learner is expected to engage in experiential hands-on learning. The adult learners have an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and evidence based knowledge while practicing health promotion strategies in selected community settings.
Using a systems approach, this course provides the adult learner with the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills and share knowledge related to the management of common pathophysiologic processes occurring within diverse populations across the lifespan.
Systems to be explored include: renal, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, endocrine, neurological, musculoskeletal and integumentary. Concepts of pharmacotherapy are presented including pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacogenomics. In addition, non-pharmacologic, complementary, and/or alternative therapies are explored. Economic implications and their effects on the ethics of healthcare decision making are discussed and explored. Identification and management of co-morbidities will be addressed, with a strong emphasis on the importance of support from caregivers and / or family. Availability of community resources is explored. The adult learner is expected to engage in experiential hands-on learning. The adult learners have an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and evidence based knowledge while practicing health promotion strategies in selected community settings.
This course provides the adult learner with the opportunity to develop advanced health assessment skills.
Using the nursing process, the adult learner will obtain and interpret health histories and conduct thorough physical examinations with diverse populations across the lifespan. Normal aging is compared to and contrasted with pathological history and examination findings. An introduction to the process of diagnostic reasoning is provided. Health promotion and risk reduction concepts are stressed throughout the course. Primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention strategies are explored in light of the various predictors of health (i.e. genomics, socioeconomic situation, culture, and spiritual beliefs). The adult learner is expected to engage in experiential hands-on learning. The students have an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and evidence-based knowledge while practicing health assessment skills in assigned teams.
This course focuses on the assessment of adult health status and application of clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice in the management of health status deviations.
Clinical reasoning using advanced health assessment skills and knowledge of advanced pathophysiology and pathopharmacology leads to the formulation of comprehensive differential diagnosis. Use of appropriate diagnostic tools and timely referral is explored. Formulation of treatment plan using best evidence and system resources is introduced. Emphasis on professional role socialization and functioning within the interdisciplinary health care team prepares the practitioner for the advanced practice role within the current health care system. Scope of practice and legal aspects of the advanced practice role are examined including New York State and federal laws related to prescriptions and record-keeping.
Building upon knowledge and clinical reasoning skills established in NUR 550, 560, 570, this course focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and/or management of chronic health conditions and acute exacerbations of illness involving multiple systems.
Opportunities to apply evidence-based knowledge and enhance clinical reasoning skills will be available to the student through unfolding case studies and clinical practicum experiences which include care of the adult and geriatric populations served in acute, chronic care and/or community-based settings. Opportunities to utilize relevant technology in determined areas of care will be incorporated.
Building upon knowledge and clinical reasoning skills established in NUR 550, NUR 560, NUR 570, and NUR 650, this course focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and/or management of chronic health conditions and acute exacerbations of illness involving multiple systems.
Opportunities to apply evidence-based knowledge and enhance clinical reasoning skills will be available to the student through unfolding case studies and clinical practicum experiences which include care of the adult and geriatric populations served in acute, chronic care and/or community-based settings. Opportunities to utilize relevant technology in determined areas of care will be incorporated.
This course provides the student with a greater understanding of the health of the world population.
The course begins with an overview of the political aspects of the healthcare delivery system, including the relevance of the political process in nursing, and information describing how one can become informed. Social, political, and economic considerations are discussed within the delivery of global healthcare. Health policy is studied in relation to relevant theories and principles of patient and family centered care. Research and theory are integrated as students consider potential strategies for change as leaders within the profession of nursing. Information about the role of law and policy are explored. Leadership and management principles are further developed to provide the advanced practice registered nurse with the knowledge necessary to perform in a global leadership role.
This course integrates and applies knowledge gained through the core and specialty courses as well as internship/clinical experiences.
Current issues and concepts affecting the role of the masters prepared nurse are explored relative to their ability to affect change. Research and theory are integrated as students propose potential strategies for change as leaders within the profession of nursing. The comprehensive exam will be an indicator of having met program outcomes.
*Requires one on-site immersion. You must come to the Keuka College campus for a hands-on clinical session totaling 15 hours.
**Requires two on-site immersions. You must come to the Keuka College campus twice for a hands-on clinical session totaling 15 hours.
FINANCIAL AID: External scholarships, state and federal grants, employer tuition remission, and military benefits are financial aid options that may be available to you. Our financial aid team is here to help you navigate the process and find as many opportunities as are available to you.
CREDIT TRANSFERS: Earn your master’s degree in Nursing faster and save money by transferring in prior eligible credits from another accredited college or university, College-level testing programs, select international sources, or the U.S. military.
FINANCIAL AID: Keuka College scholarships, state and federal grants, employer tuition remission, and military benefits are financial aid options that may be available to you. Our financial aid team is here to help you navigate the process and find as many opportunities as are available to you.
CREDIT TRANSFERS: Earn your master’s degree in Nursing faster and save money by transferring in prior eligible credits from another accredited college or university, College-level testing programs, select international sources, or the U.S. military.
Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing program.
Minimum cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
An appropriate combination of healthcare experience and professionalism demonstrated through two clinical/professional recommendations
An unencumbered New York state nursing license and current registration as a registered nurse (RN).
Completion of a master’s degree from an accredited nursing program.
Minimum cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
An appropriate combination of healthcare experience and professionalism demonstrated through two clinical/professional recommendations
An unencumbered New York state nursing license and current registration as a registered nurse (RN).