Nursing

NOTE: See the beginning of Section F for abbreviations, course numbers and coding.

NURS1009Academic Writing for Health Disciplines1 ch (1C) (W)
Introduction to the elements of scholarly writing and information literacy for health disciplines. Basic principles of scholarly writing, use of American Psychological Association (APA) style, and the writing process will be explored. Students with credit for NURS 2019 cannot count credit for NURS 1009 or NURS 1011.
NURS1011Nursing as a Profession2 ch (2C)

Introduction to the foundations, heritage and practices of nursing as a profession. Examines UNB nursing curriculum and philosophy. Students with credit for NURS 2019 cannot count credit for NURS 1009 or NURS 1011.

NURS1032Professional Relationships3 ch (3C)

Introduction to the theoretical foundation of professional relationships in nursing with a focus on self-awareness, communication, and caring.

Co-requisite: NURS 1011.
NURS1041Health Assessment4 ch (3C 1L)

Addresses physical, psychosocial and cultural assessment throughout the lifespan, with an emphasis on adults. The nurse's role in health promotion is explored. Includes a lab component.

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in both NURS 1032 and NURS 1011.

Co-requisites:
NURS 1235, NURS 1225, and BIOL 1442.
NURS1225Nursing and Wellness3 ch (3C)

Explores the concepts of wellness, health and illness within the framework of primary health care.

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 1011 and NURS 1032.

Co-requisite: NURS 1235

NURS1235Clinical Practice: Nursing and Wellness3 ch (3 PRAC)

Within various clinical settings, explores the concepts of wellness, health, and illness within the framework of primary health care. This course will be graded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR).

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 1032 and NURS 1011.

Co-requisites: NURS 1225, NURS 1041

NURS2011Concepts for Professional Nursing Practice2 ch (2C)

Includes core concepts (health, client, environment, nursing), nursing standards, professional issues (ethics, legal, collaboration) and primary health care with particular emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention. This course is intended for LPN Bridge students only.

NURS2051Clinical Decision Making3 ch (3C)

Combines concepts essential for a comprehensive health assessment and safe delivery of medications in a complex care environment. Using a primary health care framework, the course will enhance clinical judgement, interpretation of clinical findings, and appropriate nursing actions that result from both. This course is intended for LPN Bridge students only. 

NURS2063Concentrated Clinical Practice I4 ch (4 PRAC)

An integrative practice experience with young families and/or individual clients and their families living with chronic health challenges. This course will be graded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR).

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 2132, NURS 2135, NURS 2157, NURS 2177, NURS 2145, NURS 2189BIOL 2831 and BIOL 2852.

NURS2132Pharmacology3 ch (3C)

Includes theory and principles of pharmacology relevant to nursing. Provides knowledge to administer medications, provide client education and assess potential for adverse events related to medication and lifestyle issues. Theory will include basic legal and safety issues related to drug administration by the nurse.

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 1009, NURS 1011, NURS 1032, NURS 1041, NURS 1225 and NURS 1235.

NURS2135Chronic Health Challenges3 ch (3C)

Focuses on the impact and influences of long-term health challenges on individual clients and their families. Examines rehabilitative and supportive nursing practice.

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 1009, NURS 1011, NURS 1032, NURS 1041, NURS 1225 and NURS 1235.

Co-requisitesNURS 2157BIOL 2831.

NURS2145Mental Health Challenges3 ch (3C)

Explores the experiences of persons living with mental illnesses and examines related nursing therapeutics.

Co-requisite: NURS 2189, NURS 2135 and BIOL 2831.

NURS2157Clinical Practicum I3 ch (3 PRAC)

In various clinical settings, students will be provided opportunities to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care while supporting individual clients and their families living with chronic health challenges. This course will be graded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR).

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 1009, NURS 1011, NURS 1032, NURS 1041, NURS 1225 and NURS 1235.

Co-requisites: NURS 2135, BIOL 2831.
NURS2177Young Families' Health3 ch (3C)

Focuses on promoting the health of childbearing families. Encompasses the childbearing experience. 

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 1009, NURS 1011, NURS 1032, NURS 1041, NURS 1225 and NURS 1235.

Co-requisites: NURS 2135 and BIOL 2831.

NURS2189Clinical Practicum II4 ch (4 PRAC)

Provides students with the opportunity to apply theory and acquire skills in practice environments with a focus on young families and mental health challenges. This course will be graded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR).

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 2157, NURS 2177 and NURS 2135.

NURS3061Issues in the Canadian Health Care System (Cross-Listed: HSCI 3061)3 ch (3C)

Facilitates an understanding of the history and organization of the Canadian healthcare system, current healthcare issues, and policy and government legislation that affects health. Cross listed with HSCI 3061.  

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 2063 for BN students, or a minimum grade of C in BIOL 2831, NURS 1009, NURS 2011, NURS 2132, NURS 2051, PSYC 1003 and STAT 2263 got BN/LPN students.

Co-requisite: NURS 3092.
NURS3064Community and Population Health Nursing3 ch (3C)

The course examines the role of community health nurses within the context of population health. There is a focus on illness prevention, health promotion, and primary health care. Community development strategies are explored in terms of a trauma-informed, evidence-based, and harm-reduction approach.

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 2063 for BN students, all required LPN Bridge courses or a minimum grade of C in BIOL 2831, NURS 1009, NURS 2011, NURS 2132, NURS 2051, PSYC 1003, and STAT 2263 for BN/LPN students 

Co-requisites: NURS 3067 and NURS 3092.
NURS3067Clinical Practicum: Community and Population Health Nursing4 ch (4 PRAC)

The population health approach allows for the application of theory while acquiring skills in a community practice environment. Key concepts include health promotion, community development, and collaborative health-related change projects. This course will be graded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR).  

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in NURS 2063 for BN students, all required LPN Bridge courses or a minimum grade of C in BIOL 2831, NURS 1009, NURS 2011, NURS 2132, NURS 2051, PSYC 1003, and STAT 2263 for BN/LPN students

Co-requisites: NURS 3064 and NURS 3092.
NURS3071Acute Health Challenges3 ch (3C)

Examines the client’s experience of acute health challenges, with a focus on nursing therapeutics. 

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C in all of NURS 2132, NURS 3061, NURS 3064, NURS 3067, NURS 3092, BIOL 2831, and BIOL 3251.

Co-requisite: NURS 3073.

NURS3073Clinical Practice: Acute Health Challenges5 ch (5 PRAC)

Complements and supplements NURS 3071. This course will be graded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR). 

Co-requisite: NURS 3071
NURS3081Theoretical Foundations of Nursing3 ch (3C)

Explores theoretical foundations of nursing practice and research, including critical analysis of theories and concepts related to nursing.

Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in NURS 3092

NURS3092Nursing Research (Cross-Listed: HSCI 3092)3 ch (3C)

Critically examines the purposes, processes, and utilization of research in health care. Explores the interaction between theory and evidence‐based practice.  

Note: Credit will only be given to one of HSCI 3092 or NURS 3092.

Prerequisite: STAT 2263 or approved substitute, and for BHS students: enrolment in a BHS major; for BN students: a minimum grade of C in all of NURS 2132, NURS 2135, NURS 2157, NURS 2177, NURS 2145, NURS 2189, NURS 2063, BIOL 2831, and BIOL 2852 and for LPN Bridge students: a minimum grade of C in BIOL 2831, NURS 1009, NURS 2011, NURS 2132, NURS 2051, PSYC 1003, and STAT 2263. 

NURS3709Clinical Nutrition3 ch (3C)

Provides knowledge on nutritional principles and their role in maintaining and restoring health.  

Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in NURS 2063 or all required LPN Bridge courses for BN/LPN students.
NURS4142Issues and Leadership in Healthcare (Cross-Listed: HSCI 4142)3 ch (3C)

Explores professional health care practice issues and trends. Examines organizational theory and leadership roles of healthcare professionals. Explores the foundations of professional development and practice. NOTE: Credit will only be given to one of NURS 4142 or HSCI 4142.

Prerequisite: Enrolment in a BHS major, or with instructor permission. For BN, a minimum grade of C in NURS 3061, NURS 3064, NURS 3067, NURS 3092, NURS 3071, NURS 3073, NURS 3081 and NURS 3709.
NURS4152Concentrated Clinical Practice III12 ch (12 PRAC)

A preceptored clinical experience in which student learning is facilitated by a registered nurse preceptor in one nursing practice setting and a nursing program representative in a faculty liaison role. This course will be graded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR).

Prerequisite:  All preceding required credits for the BN program.
NURS4234Independent Study3 ch (3C)

An elective independent study program under the guidance of a faculty member is pursued on the basis of student interest in any area of nursing. Faculty approval required.

NURS4321Nursing in Complex Situations3 ch (3C)

Explores clients’ experiences of complex health challenges. Examines related nursing therapeutics with an emphasis on clinical judgment and decision making. 

Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in NURS 3073.

Co-requisite: NURS 4322.

NURS4322Clinical Practicum: Nursing in Complex Situations5 ch (5 PRAC)

This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to care for families who have at least one member experiencing an acute or chronic illness. Students are expected to care for families in multiple settings, including their home and hospital. Students will integrate and apply the theory examined in NURS 3071 and NURS 4321 in this practice setting. This course will be graded as as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR).

Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in NURS 3073.

Co-requisites: NURS 4321.

NURS1333Wolokehkitimkil- Indigenous Health and Healing2 ch (2C)
The focus of this course is to build an understanding of Indigenous health, community wellness, and cultural safety to promote equitable healthcare practice and policy. In the course, students will examine Indigenous models of health and healing, storytelling, and tools for allyship. This course will be graded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR). 
NURS2019Nursing Practice and Academic Writing4 ch (4 PRAC)
Introduction to core nursing concepts, nursing standards, academic writing, professional issues (ethics, law, collaboration), and primary health care, with particular emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention. Students with credit for NURS 2019 cannot also count credit for NURS 1009 or NURS 1011. This course is intended for Step Up to Nursing  students only.