NUR 308 Nursing and Spirituality

3 Credits

This course is designed to explore the spiritual dimension of human nature. During the semester, students will learn to differentiate spirituality from religious practices and develop an awareness of the spiritual dimension that is present in all people. Students will review the cultural aspects of spirituality. They will examine their own personal spiritual dimensions, and reflect on how the nurse-patient relationship can be enhanced through spiritual care. Contemporary issues that influence patients’ spirituality will also be discussed. The spiritual needs associated with chronic illness, disability, seriously ill children and their families, dying, loss and grieving will be discussed. Through reflection and service, students will enhance their own ability to connect with and be present to others. Students will also consider the healing aspects of Nature and Beauty as part of their own spiritual care.

Open to Nursing majors, RNs, and LPNs.