NURS 438 - Nursing Theory And Research For RN-MSN

Credit(s): 4
This course provides the RN-MSN nursing student with an introduction to the theoretical foundations that support advanced nursing practice and the examination, critique, and evaluation of evidence-based research. Students engage in beginning critical analysis of selected theories that are used to support nursing education, practice and research, and bridge the gap between BSN nursing and advanced practice. Students are exposed to select theories that will contribute to the understanding of more advanced practice theoretical concepts as well as natural, social, organizational, and biological sciences. Beginning knowledge of both relevant theory and current research in this course will provide a firm foundation for advanced nursing concepts.

Prerequisites: Admission to the RN-MSN Program.
Course Level: Undergraduate
Crosslistings: NURS 331