California State University, Stanislaus (Department of Nursing)

The Department of Nursing offers the BSN program, which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The Pre-licensure track is approved by the California State Board of Registered Nursing. The department is a member of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING

The Department of Nursing offers two tracks leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing: 1) the RN to BSN track and 2) the Pre-licensure or basic nursing track. The RN to BSN track, designed to meet the needs of working registered nurses, is offered on a part-time or full-time basis on the Turlock campus and on the Stockton campus for part-time students with a cohort of 15 students. The Pre-licensure track is offered only on a full-time basis on the Turlock campus.

---

Department of Nursing Location

Department of Nursing Courses

LOWER DIVISION

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT OVER THE LIFE SPAN
Study of human development throughout the life span. Covers child, adolescent, and adult development. Focuses on the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social dimensions of each developmental stage. Application of age appropriate health promotion strategies.

INTRODUCTION TO NURSING
Introduction to the discipline of nursing including history, theories, values, communication, and professional roles. The mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives of the CSU Stanislaus nursing program are included.

BASIC SKILLS IN NURSING
Prepares students to perform basic nursing skills based on mastery of core scientific principles.

PHARMACOLOGY AND NUTRITION
An introduction to the basic principles of pharmacology and nutrition with a focus on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and therapeutic implications for major drug categories as well as natural products. Emphasis also on nutritional health promotion as well as therapeutic nutrition related to selected illness states. Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing major, Pre-licensure track, or consent of instructor.

ADULT HEALTH NURSING I
Introduction to theory and research based nursing care of young, middle, and older adults. Focus is on health promotion/disease prevention as well as the management of common acute and chronic illnesses.

ADULT HEALTH NURSING I CLINICAL
Clinical application of theory and research-based nursing care of young, middle, and older adults. Focus is on health promotion/disease prevention as well as the management of common acute and chronic illnesses in a variety of clinical settings.

UPPER DIVISION

HEALTH ASSESSMENT
Assists the student in assuming new responsibilities for determining health status and self-care needs of individuals. Focus is on history taking, physical examination, and determining nursing diagnoses.

PRE-LICENSURE NURSING LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
Focuses on the professional nursing roles of designer, manager, and coordinator of care for the pre-licensure nursing student. Presents theories of leadership, management, organization, planned change, and power. Satisfies upper-division writing proficiency requirement.

INTRODUCTION TO NURSING RESEARCH
Introduction to basic concepts of nursing research. Emphasis on evaluation of research and application of findings in nursing practice.

PEDIATRIC NURSING
Introduction to theory and research-based nursing care of children and adolescents. Focus is on health promotion/disease prevention as well as the management of common acute and chronic illnesses.

PEDIATRIC NURSING CLINICAL
Clinical application of theory and research-based nursing care of children and adolescents. Focus is on health promotion/disease prevention as well as the management of common acute and chronic illnesses in a variety of clinical settings.

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH NURSING
Introduction to theory and research-based nursing care of individuals and families related to reproductive/perinatal health. Focus is on health promotion/disease prevention as well as management of clients in the reproductive phase.

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH NURSING
Clinical application of theory and research-based reproductive health nursing care of individuals and families. Major focus is on the provision of perinatal nursing care in a variety of clinical settings.

MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
Introduction to mental health nursing and therapeutic communication in nursing. Focus is on health promotion/disease prevention as well as the management of common acute and chronic mental health problems with individuals and families.

MENTAL HEALTH NURSING CLINICAL
Clinical application of theory and research-based mental health nursing care of individuals and families. Focus is on health promotion/disease prevention as well as the management of common acute and chronic mental health problems in a variety of clinical settings.

ISSUES FACING THE PROFESSION
Focuses on current trends and issues central to the profession of nursing. Critical thinking processes are applied to the examination of historical, political, economic, educational, professional, legal, ethical, and global issues related to nursing and health care.

PRE-LICENSURE ADVANCED CLINICAL NURSING PRACTICUM
Student-designed study focusing on the professional nursing roles of designer, manager, and coordinator of care. Students have an opportunity to explore an area of clinical practice of their choice.

COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
Theory and principles applied to the nursing role in the promotion of health and prevention of disease. Analysis of problems related to health and delivery of care at various levels: total population, as well as individuals, families, and groups.

COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING PRACTICUM
Clinical experience in community health agencies under the leadership of nursing faculty.

ADULT HEALTH NURSING II
Advanced study of theory and research-based nursing care of young, middle, and older adults. Focus is on the management of complex acute and chronic illnesses and end-of-life processes.

ADULT HEALTH NURSING II
Advanced clinical application of theory and research-based nursing care of young, middle, and older adults. Focus is on management of complex adult health illnesses in a variety of clinical settings.

PRE-LICENSURE SEMINAR
Seminar for Pre-licensure seniors in their last semester. Focus is on preparing students for successful transition into professional practice.

Other nursing schools in California

California State University, Sacramento (Division of Nursing) The Division of Nursing is committed to providing quality undergraduate and graduate programs in nursing. Thus the Division of Nursing offers programs... Address: 6000 J Street

Western University of Health Sciences (College of Graduate Nursing) Welcome to Western University's College of Graduate Nursing. Making the decision to obtain a graduate degree is a very significant career decision... Address: 309 E. Second St.

California State University, Fullerton (Department of Nursing) The Department of Nursing is committed to providing quality undergraduate and graduate nursing programs, which are accessible to a diverse student pop... Address: 800 N. State College Blvd

Back to: » Nursing schools in California » Nursing schools in Turlock

More information: » Marinas » Boats for sale