A "T" located
to the left of the available semester indicates transfer to Murray State University,
Southeast Missouri State University, and Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
as per articulation agreements. These courses will also transfer to most public
four-year institutions in the state of Illinois.
NUR 114 INTRAVENOUS THERAPY FOR NURSES
By Request
This intravenous therapy course all ows for the expanded role of the licensed
practical nurse and serves as a refresher for the registered nurse. The course
includes the administration of intravenous fluid treatments, pursuant to
prescription and in accordance with the laws of the states of Illinois ,
Missouri , and Kentucky . Through didactic and practical experiences, knowledge,
skills and competencies in administration of IV therapy, which will qualify
licensed nurses to perform this procedure safely, will be presented.
Credit: 3 hours – 1.5 lecture and .5 lab hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Current nursing license/license pending.
NUR 115 ADVANCED INTRAVENOUS THERAPY
By Request
This course provides the practicing nurse with current information related
to trends in intravenous therapy. Information to enhance the nurse's knowledge
and expertise related to IV therapy skills is presented in a workshop format.
Credit: .5 hours - .5 lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of a nursing program or permission
of instructor.
NUR 133 NURSE ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
By Request
This course is designed to prepare registered nurses to teach nursing assistants.
The course will focus on necessary teaching skills including the teaching-learning
process, behavioral objectives and educational outcomes, teaching methods
and tools, utilization of audio-visual equipment, and evaluating learning.
Application to the clinical laboratory will be included. Students will be
required to prepare written assignments, present oral reports and complete
all class assignments. A basic review of Alzheimer’s Disease and appropriate
nursing care of Alzheimer’s patients is included in this course. This
course meets the Illinois Department of Public Health’s requirements
for teachers of the state approved Nursing Assistant course.
Credit: 2 hours – Two lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): RN licensure in the State of Illinois . Two years of nursing
experience.
NUR 214 NURSING LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
By Request
An introduction to management skills with emphasis on leadership styles,
effective communications, time management, budget preparation, decision making
and staff evaluation.
Credit: 4 hours - Four lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Graduates of a state approved Practical or Registered Nursing
Program.
