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2025-2026 Graduate Catalog
Programs/Courses: Nursing
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Programs and Courses offered from this College are listed below by school/department. If a program is offered at the College level, “no active courses available” will be listed because the courses associated with that program are offered by the specific schools/departments associated with that program.
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College of Nursing (NR)
No active courses available. Dean’s Office (NRD)
NGR - Nursing, Graduate
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NGR 6004C Advanced Health Assessment Across the Lifespan for Nurse Anesthesiology
Credit Hours: 4
Develop foundational skills to assess health, diagnose problems, and plan care that furthers the wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan including elements required for patient evaluation prior to the delivery of anesthesia.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6475 Integrative Pain Management Strategies
Credit Hours: 3
This course will explore alternatives to traditional opioid therapies for the management of pain related issues. Integrative strategies will be explored and evaluated through a complex evidence based approach.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6732 Foundations of Nursing Professional Development
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the roles, standards, and strategies a nursing professional development practitioner utilizes when assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and accrediting education for adults who are on staff of a healthcare organization.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 7832 Principles of Microbiome Research
Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces basic methods of generating and analyzing microbiome data and the interaction between the microbiota and the immune system, and the potential of the microbiome in disease.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Dean’s Office (NR)
Department of Nursing (NUR)
NGR - Nursing, Graduate
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NGR 6002C Advanced Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
Credit Hours: 4
The learner will develop advanced skills in history taking, physical examination, and documentation to assess health across the lifespan to support clinical judgment.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6010 Goals of Care/Crucial Conversations
Credit Hours: 3
Explore the art of goals of care and crucial conversations for those facing life-limiting illnesses. Course learning content draws on background knowledge of previous courses to facilitate goals.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6010L Goals of Care/Crucial Conversations Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
Explore the art of goals of care and crucial conversations. Course learning content draws on background knowledge of previous courses to facilitate goals of care and crucial conversations in the clinical setting.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6060 Medical Laboratory Interpretation for the Advanced Practice Nurse
Credit Hours: 1
Interpretation of common medical laboratory results for the Advanced Practice Nurse with focus on the differential diagnosis.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6064C Advanced Diagnostics and Procedures
Credit Hours: 3
Students will learn principles of diagnostic reasoning to support clinical judgement with emphasis on selection, interpretation, and application of diagnostic testing, including performance of select procedures.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6002C
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6067 Advanced Cardiac Monitoring for the APRN
Credit Hours: 1
Students will learn electrophysiology principles, cardiac monitoring, rhythm and 12-lead EKG interpretation, and AI integration to enhance accuracy and efficiency, providing high-quality, evidence-based cardiac care in diverse settings.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6070 Hospice and Palliative Approach to Symptom Management
Credit Hours: 3
Examine symptom management using a hospice and palliative approach. Course learning content draws on background knowledge of previous courses to manage symptoms using a hospice and palliative care approach.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6070L Hospice and Palliative Approach to Symptom Management Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
Examine symptom management using a hospice and palliative approach. Course learning content draws on background knowledge of previous courses to manage symptoms using a hospice and palliative care approach in the clinical setting.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6143 Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology for Nurse Practitioners
Credit Hours: 4
The learner will review anatomy and physiology with an emphasis placed on mechanisms important in disease pathogenesis, pathophysiology, and clinical manifestations of associated major clinical disorders throughout the lifespan.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6152 Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology
Credit Hours: 4
In this course, students will deepen understanding of normal anatomy and physiology with an emphasis on mechanisms that influence pathogenesis and clinical manifestations of specific disease states throughout the lifespan.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6157 Advanced Physiology and Pharmacology for Nurse Anesthesiology
Credit Hours: 4
This course focuses on the advanced principles of pharmacology and human physiology with an emphasis on integrating these principles in nurse anesthesia practice.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6404 , NGR 6460
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6168 Alternative and Complementary Therapies
Credit Hours: 2
Critical assessment of behavioral, cognitive, and plant-based interventions being used in various cultures to treat disease. Emphasis will be upon remedies popular in the United States and their proposed mechanisms of action.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6172 Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Practice Nursing
Credit Hours: 4
Learners will gain the knowledge and skills required for safe pharmacotherapeutic management across the lifespan. Principles of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics will be emphasized for rational drug selection and monitoring.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6207 Health Management of Adults and Older Adults I
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the knowledge and skills required for assessment, diagnosis, and management of common acute health problems and initial management of selected common chronic health problems across the adult lifespan.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): NGR 6207L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6207L Health Management of Adults and Older Adults I Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the knowledge and skills required for assessment, diagnosis, and management of common acute health problems and initial management of selected common chronic health problems across the adult lifespan.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): NGR 6207
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6210 Clinical Management of the Acutely Ill Adult
Credit Hours: 4
Students will learn to manage commonly encountered chronic episodic health problems in adults and older adults. The course will review the spectrum of care from stabilizing the patient’s condition to preventing complications and restoring maximum health.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): NGR 6210L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6210L Clinical Management of the Acutely Ill Adult Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
Students will learn to manage commonly encountered chronic episodic health problems in adults and older adults. The course will review the spectrum of care from stabilizing the patient’s condition to preventing complications and restoring maximum health.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): NGR 6210
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6211 Acute Care of Adults and Older Adults: Special Topics
Credit Hours: 4
Implement clinical reasoning to build collaborative professional relationships in providing optimal care to adult/older adults with special complex, acute and critical illness.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6232 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6232L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6211L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6211L Acute Care of Adults and Older Adults: Special Topics Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
Implement clinical reasoning to build collaborative professional relationships in providing optimal care to adult/older adults with special complex, acute and critical illness.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6232 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6232L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6211
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6220 Pathobiology of Neoplasia
Credit Hours: 3
Emphasizes basic concepts of cellular differentiation and the abnormal cytological changes occurring in the pathogenesis of Neoplasia. Also emphasized is the role of the advanced practice nurse in relation to the role of the immune system and diet in oncogenesis, and the epidemiology and pathology of specific types of cancers.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6221 Oncology Nursing Concepts
Credit Hours: 3
Provides advanced oncology nursing content with a focus on nursing management of physical problems resulting from cancer and its treatment. (CI)
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6222L Practicum I in Advanced Oncology Nursing Practice
Credit Hours: 3
Provides clinical experiences in advanced oncology nursing focused on the application of theoretical and conceptual knowledge relevant to adults with cancer or at risk. Clinical assessment is focused on developing assessment skills and documentation.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6172 , NGR 6002C , NGR 6737 , NGR 6080 , NGR 6800 , NGR 6220 , NGR 6221
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6223L Practicum II in Advanced Oncology Nursing
Credit Hours: 3
Clinical experiences in advanced oncology nursing focused on the application of theoretical and conceptual knowledge relevant to adults with cancer or at risk; development of diagnostic skills, clinical management and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6172 , NGR 6002C , NGR 6737 , NGR 6800 , NGR 6080 , NGR 6220 , NGR 6221 , NGR 6222L
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6225 Oncology Special Topics
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6220 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6222L with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6221 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6223L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6224L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6232 Clinical Management of Acute and Critically Ill Adults and Older Adults
Credit Hours: 4
Students will learn to assess, diagnose and manage commonly encountered acute conditions in adults and older adults with or without underlying chronic disease/s.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6210 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6210L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6232L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6232L Clinical Management of Acute and Critically Ill Adults and Older Adults Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
Students will learn to assess, diagnose and manage commonly encountered acute conditions in adults and older adults with or without underlying chronic disease/s.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6210 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6210L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6232
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6234 Reproductive Health for the Middle Aged to Older Adult
Credit Hours: 1
This course provides the knowledge and skill required to promote reproductive health. The emphasis is on evidence-based practice in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of reproductive health conditions in middle aged to older adults.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6342
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6244 Health Management of Adults and Older Adults II
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the knowledge and skills required for assessment, diagnosis, and management of common chronic health problems across the lifespan and the unique care needs of selected adult populations.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6207 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6207L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6244L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6244L Health Management of Adults and Older Adults II Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
This is the clinical component that focuses on the knowledge and skills required for assessment, diagnosis, and management of common chronic health problems across the lifespan and the unique care needs of selected adult populations.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6207 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6207L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6244
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6291 Health Management of Adults and Older Adults: Special Topics
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on selected theoretical, clinical, business, and practical knowledge and skills relevant to the Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner role. Management of patients with complex care needs and/or multi-system diseases are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6244 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6244L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6291L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6291L Health Management of Adults and Older Adults: Special Topics Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
Clinical course that supports the focus on selected theoretical, clinical, business, and practical knowledge and skills relevant to the Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner role. Management of patients with complex care needs and/or multi-system diseases.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6244 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6244L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6291
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6301 Primary Care of Children and Adolescents I
Credit Hours: 3
Primary care of children and adolescents focusing on assessment, diagnosis, and management of common acute and behavioral problems. Emphasis is placed on wellness, clinical prevention, growth and development.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): NGR 6301L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6301L Primary Care of Children and Adolescents I Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
Clinical course that focuses on the primary care of children and adolescents focusing on assessment, diagnosis, and management of common acute and behavioral problems. Emphasis is placed on wellness, clinical prevention, growth and development.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): NGR 6301
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6302 Primary Care of Children and Adolescents II
Credit Hours: 3
Focus will be on primary care of chronic disease management in children and adolescents. Emphasis will be placed on disease impact affecting patient and family health outcomes.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6301 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6301L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6302L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6302L Primary Care of Children and Adolescents II Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
Clinical course that focuses on primary care of chronic disease management in children and adolescents. Emphasis will be placed on disease impact affecting patient and family health outcomes.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6301 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6301L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6302
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6320 Neonatal NP Didactic I
Credit Hours: 3
This course will prepare the student to manage respiratory, infective, adaptive, prenatal and commonly occurring health problems in the high-risk neonate/infant.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6002C with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6152 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6172 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6064C with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6803 with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6320L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6320L Neonatal NP Clinical I
Credit Hours: 3
The clinical experiences within this course will prepare the student to manage respiratory, infective, adaptive, prenatal and commonly occurring health problems in the term and preterm neonate/infant.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6002C with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6152 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6172 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6064C with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6803 with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6320
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6321 Neonatal NP Didactic II
Credit Hours: 3
This course will prepare the student to manage complex pulmonary, metabolic, renal, neurological, genetic and commonly occurring health care problems in critically ill neonates/infants.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6320 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6320L with a minimum grade of S
Corequisite(s): NGR 6321L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6321L Neonatal NP Clinical II
Credit Hours: 3
The clinical experiences within this course will prepare the student to manage complex pulmonary, metabolic, renal, neurological, genetic and commonly occurring health care problems in critically ill neonates/infants.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6320 with a mimimum grade of B, NGR 6320L with a minimum grade of S
Corequisite(s): NGR 6321
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6323 Neonatal NP Didactic III
Credit Hours: 3
This course will prepare the student to manage complex cardiovascular, developmental, sensory, drug exposure, hematologic, immune dysfunction and commonly occurring health care problems in critically ill and chronically ill neonates/infants.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6320 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6320L with a minimum grade of S, NGR 6321 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6321L with a minimum grade of S
Corequisite(s): NGR 6323L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6323L Neonatal NP Clinical III
Credit Hours: 4
The clinical experiences within this course will prepare the student to manage complex cardiovascular, developmental, sensory, drug exposure, hematologic, immune dysfunction and commonly occurring health care problems in critically ill and chronically ill neonates/infants.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6320 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6320L with a minimum grade of S, NGR 6321 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6321L with a minimum grade of S
Corequisite(s): NGR 6323
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6339 Primary Care of Children and Adolescents: Special Topics
Credit Hours: 3
Theoretical and clinical knowledge of topics of special interest to the Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Primary Care Practitioner.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6302 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6302L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6339L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6339L Primary Care of Children and Adolescents: Special Topics Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
Clinical course that focuses on the theoretical and clinical knowledge of topics of special interest to the Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Primary Care Practitioner.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6302 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6302L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6339
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6342 Reproductive Health for the Young to Middle Aged Adult
Credit Hours: 1
This course provides the knowledge and skill required to promote reproductive health. The emphasis is on evidence-based practice in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of reproductive health conditions in young to middle-aged adults.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6207 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6207L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6400 Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics for Nurse Anesthesia
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the laws and principles of inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry and physics as they apply to pharmacology and the clinical practice of nurse anesthesia. Restricted to majors.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6404 Advanced Anatomy and Physiology for Nurse Anesthesiology
Credit Hours: 4
A fundamental course that focuses on the principles of human anatomy and physiology as they relate to the practice of nurse anesthesia.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6420 Foundations & Methods of Nurse Anesthesiology Practice
Credit Hours: 4
Students will gain knowledge of fundamental nurse anesthesiology practice and techniques, including considerations for the safe delivery of regional anesthesia.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6404 , NGR 6400 , NGR 6157 , NGR 6002C
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6422 Principles of Nurse Anesthesiology through the Lifespan
Credit Hours: 3
Emphasizes the considerations of nurse anesthesia practice, principles, and techniques for the obstetrical, pediatric and geriatric patient.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6404 , NGR 6400 , NGR 6460 , NGR 6800 , PHC 6050
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6423 Theoretical Foundations of Nurse Anesthesiology: Advanced Principles I
Credit Hours: 3
This course will explore the anesthetic management of specialty surgical populations with an emphasis on integrating aspects of physiology and pharmacology that is unique to each population.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6424 Theoretical Foundations of Nurse Anesthesiology: Advanced Principles II
Credit Hours: 3
Examines fundamental principles in advanced physiology, pathophysiology and anesthetic management of the cardiac, respiratory, neurologic, vascular and neurologic systems with emphasis on implications and anesthesia management of advanced surgical procedures.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6423 with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6431 Nurse Anesthesiology Clinical Residency I
Credit Hours: 1
This course focuses on the clinical application of foundational knowledge in nurse anesthesiology at the Early Beginner Level.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6432 Nurse Anesthesiology Clinical Residency II
Credit Hours: 1
This course focuses on the clinical application of knowledge in nurse anesthesiology at the Beginner Level.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6431 with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6433 Nurse Anesthesiology Clinical Residency III
Credit Hours: 2
This course focuses on the clinical application of knowledge in nurse anesthesiology at the Beginner Level.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6432 with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6434 Nurse Anesthesiology Clinical Residency IV
Credit Hours: 4
This course focuses on the clinical application of knowledge in nurse anesthesiology at the Advanced Beginner Level.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6433 with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6435 Nurse Anesthesiology Clinical Residency V
Credit Hours: 4
This course focuses on the clinical application of knowledge in nurse anesthesiology at the Competent Student Level.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6434 with a minimum grade of S
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6436 Nurse Anesthesiology Clinical Residency VI
Credit Hours: 4
This course focuses on the clinical application of knowledge in nurse anesthesiology at the Proficient Student Level.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6435 with minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6437 Nurse Anesthesiology Clinical Residency VII
Credit Hours: 4
This course focuses on the clinical application of knowledge in nurse anesthesiology at the Novice Practitioner Level.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6436
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6440L Nurse Anesthesiology Simulation Lab I
Credit Hours: 2
This course introduces the basic anesthesia skills and procedures required for entry into clinical practice for the resident registered nurse anesthetist (RRNA).
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6404, NGR 6004C, NGR 6157
Corequisite(s): NGR 6420, NGR 6460, NGR 6152
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6441L Nurse Anesthesiology Simulation Lab II
Credit Hours: 2
RRNAs will build upon foundational anesthesia knowledge to address lifespan considerations, regional anesthesia, and critical events including malignant hyperthermia and local anesthesia systemic toxicity.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6440L
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6442L Nurse Anesthesiology Simulation Lab III
Credit Hours: 1
This course builds on the basic anesthesia foundation of the RRNA to include advanced anesthesia procedures and techniques for the cardiac, thoracic, vascular, neurologic, and trauma surgical patient.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6441L with a minimum grade of S
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6460 Pharmacology for Nurse Anesthesiology
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and general pharmacological principles of anesthetic drugs and adjunctive agents.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6470 Assessment, Radiology, and Psychology of Pain
Credit Hours: 3
Designed to examine the theoretical & clinical knowledge needed to make proper assmnts & diagnoses in regards to the chronic pain patient. It also examines the importance of the psychological aspect of pain for proper diagnosis & treatment.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6471 Concepts of Pain Pathophysiology
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to introduce the anatomy, physiology, and mechanisms underlying the transmission and modulation of pain pathways.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6472 Pharmacology of Pain Management
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to examine opioid and non-opioid medications commonly prescribed/administered for the management of chronic pain with emphasis on forming individual treatment plans that reduce chemical dependency and addiction.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6473C Interventional Procedures/Simulations in Pain Management
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on an introduction of common procedures which utilize either radiology or ultrasound to perform interventional techniques commonly used for the treatment of acute and chronic pain.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6470 , NGR 6471
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6474C Pain Management Clinical Residency
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on clinical application of didactic material regarding advanced pain management with an emphasis on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6470 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6471 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6472 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6473C with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6476 Hospice and Palliative Approach to Pain Management
Credit Hours: 3
Examine pain management using a hospice and palliative care approach. Course learning content draws on background knowledge of previous courses to manage pain using a hospice and palliative care approach.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6476L Hospice and Palliative Approach to Pain Management Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
Examine pain management using a hospice and palliative care approach. Course learning content draws on background knowledge of previous courses to manage pain using a hospice and palliative care approach in the clinical setting.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6491 Nurse Anesthesiology Practice Comprehensive
Credit Hours: 2
This course prepares the RRNA to take the national certification exam and transition to the role of an advanced practice nurse by reviewing the scientific principles of anesthesia practice.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6492 Nurse Anesthesiology Role: Practice Management, Quality Improvement, and Patient Safety
Credit Hours: 4
RRNAs acquire knowledge and skills in CRNA professional role development with responsibility in political advocacy, organizational and systems-level business, and quality improvement in patient safety initiatives.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6503 Foundations of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Across the Lifespan
Credit Hours: 3
Provides students an opportunity to synthesize and apply psychotherapeutic theories and concepts as they develop interview and assessment skills. Activities are designed to foster development of advanced clinical reasoning and judgement.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6507 Psychodiagnostic Reasoning and Psychotherapy for the APRN Across the Lifespan
Credit Hours: 3
Provides students with requisite knowledge and skills to holistically assess, diagnose, and manage individuals with psychiatric and mental disorders across the lifespan.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6520 Assessment and Treatment of Substance Use Disorder for the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Credit Hours: 3
This course will enhance the student’s understanding of addiction disorders. By weaving elements of basic science, assessment, and diagnosis, students will learn to manage addiction disorders.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6530 Neurophysiology of Mental Illness for the APRN Across the Lifespan
Credit Hours: 3
The focus of this course is physiologic concepts that will be the basis to mental disorders. Concepts covered will include neuroscience, modulators, basis to human behaviors, and the genetic links to stress models.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6536L Practicum for the Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Across the Lifespan
Credit Hours: 2
Builds on the neurophysiology and foundations courses providing students with knowledge and skills to perform advanced assessments, develop differential diagnoses, and manage individuals with psychiatric and mental disorders.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6503 AND NGR 6530 and NGR 6538 AND NGR 6507
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6537 Practicum for the Advanced Practice Psychiatric- Mental Health Nurse Across the Lifespan Synthesis I
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to provide the student with clinical opportunity to synthesize and apply evidence based advanced practice psychiatric – mental health practice strategies across both the lifespan and continuum of care.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6536L
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6538 Psychopharmacology for the APRN Across the Lifespan
Credit Hours: 3
The focus of this course is on the safe prescribing, monitoring, and evaluating therapeutic effectiveness, side effects, and interactions of psychotropic medications in individuals with a psychiatric-mental health disorder.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6172
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6539 Practicum for the Advanced Practice Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Across the Life Span Synthesis II
Credit Hours: 4
This course is designed to provide the student with clinical opportunity to further synthesize and apply evidence based advanced practice psychiatric – mental health practice strategies across both the lifespan and continuum of care.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6537
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6613 Health Management of Families: Special Topics
Credit Hours: 2
Theoretical and clinical knowledge of topics of special interest to the Family Nurse Primary Care Practitioner. A variety of teaching strategies will be utilized.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6244 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6244L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6613L
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
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NGR 6613L Health Management of Families: Special Topics Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
This is the clinical component to support the theoretical and clinical knowledge of topics of special interest to the Family Nurse Primary Care Practitioner. A variety of teaching strategies will be utilized.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6244 with a minimum grade of B, NGR 6244L with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): NGR 6613
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6638 Health Promotion Across Diverse Populations
Credit Hours: 3
Students will gain knowledge required for planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based health promotion and clinical prevention services for individuals and families across the lifespan and for populations.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6650 Occupational Health Nursing I
Credit Hours: 2
Students will gain an understanding of historical, cultural and scientific foundations of the role of the occupational health nurse and delivery of services to workers.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6651 Occupational Health Nursing II
Credit Hours: 2
Focuses on the analysis of clinical strategies (e.g. triage, biological monitoring) relevant to advanced occupational health programs, medical surveillance programs, and worker’s compensation managed care.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6652 Occupational Health Nursing III
Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on the prevention of occupational injuries and illnesses; direct care in the occupational setting; disability case management; and health promotion and adult education.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6653 Occupational Health Nursing IV
Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on the management of psychosocial factors in the occupational setting; examples of occupational health and safety programs; environmental health; research; and professional issues related to occupational and environmental health nursing.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6673 Epidemiology for Advanced Nursing
Credit Hours: 3
This course assists graduate level nurses to identify and describe patterns of disease occurrence and to evaluate potential determinants of disease and disease prevention.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6703 Advanced Nursing Role and Leadership
Credit Hours: 2
Students will examine the role of a master’s prepared advanced nurse in healthcare organizations using historic perspectives, contemporary frameworks, and regulatory models. Leadership and professionalism are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6710 Teaching Strategies in Nursing Education
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on classroom and clinical teaching in nursing, including computer-based learning and distance learning. Evaluation of textbooks, assignment making and construction of learning plans are included.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6713
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6713 Foundations of Nursing Education
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the philosophical, theoretical and evidence-based approaches for nursing education programs. Emphasis is on role of the nurse educator and curriculum development.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6718 Evaluation Strategies for Nursing Education
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of evaluation strategies used in the class, clinical setting and in web-based instruction. Program evaluation models are explored.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6710 , NGR 6713
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6719 Clinical Case Studies in Nursing Education
Credit Hours: 3
Serves as a vehicle for nursing education students to increase their clinical knowledge and skills in a selected area of specialty through analysis of common health problems. A case study format will be used.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6733 Organizational and Systems Leadership and Quality Improvement for Advanced Practice Nurses
Credit Hours: 3
Provides knowledge and skills required for organizational and systems leadership and interprofessional collaboration in the design and implementation of change to improve health care delivery and health outcomes.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6803 Research and Evidence-Based Practice
Credit Hours: 3
Learners will appraise evidence to inform clinical practice and decision-making and incorporate patient preferences and values.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6875 Digital Health and Informatics to Transform Healthcare
Credit Hours: 3
Explore digital health technologies and leverage informatics to enhance communication and transform healthcare for diverse populations in a variety of settings according to best practices
and standards.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6893 Health Policy, Systems, and Technologies for Improving Population Health
Credit Hours: 3
This coursep rovides knowledge and skills required for advancing population health and health system improvements through advocacy, political engagement, and the integration and utilization of information and patient-care technologies.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6905 Directed Independent Study
Credit Hours: 1-6
Specialized individualized study determined by students’ needs and interests; requires an approved contract with a faculty member. (CI). Restricted to majors; repeatable for credit.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6929 Clinical Correlational Conferences
Credit Hours: 1
This course is designed to complement each clinical residency; these conferences will discuss clinical experience, morbidity and mortality utilizing current research.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6431 or NGR 6432 or NGR 6433 or NGR 6434
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6931 Selected Topics in Nursing
Credit Hours: 1-6
Seminars for the analysis and discussion of selected issues in nursing of topical concern to student and faculty.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6940 Classroom/Online Teaching Practicum
Credit Hours: 2
Provides knowledge and experience in the application of teaching strategies in the classroom and online settings.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6713
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing -
NGR 6947 Clinical Education/Clinical Practice Practicum in Nursing Education
Credit Hours: 2
This course provides knowledge and guided experiences for student development of the dual roles of advanced practice clinician and nurse educator in selected patient care/educational settings.
Prerequisite(s): NGR 6713 with a minimum grade of B
Corequisite(s): None
Co-Prerequisite(s): None
USF College of Nursing | Department of Nursing
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