NUR 441 Community Health Nursing for the RN Student

4 Credits

The RN student enters NUR 441 with a basic understanding of community health nursing. Within this course, concepts of community and public health nursing and science are expanded upon with opportunities for application in different settings with multiple populations. In addition, RN students analyze their role in community health. Students also examine the economic, socio- cultural, and ethical influences on community health nursing. This course uses the Neuman Systems Model to conceptualize and apply the nursing process in the delivery of primary, secondary, and tertiary health services with individuals, families, and aggregates in community settings. Relevant literature is critiqued for applicability to nursing theory and practice in community health settings. The RN student also has the opportunity to engage in a leadership role by leading the class in case study discussion applicable to community health nursing.

Laboratory/Clinical Requirement(s): (This course includes 84 clinical hours.)