Theory 1 credit, Practical 1 credit

This Course provides a foundation for Nursing practice. It introduces the student to the philosophy and conceptual framework of the Valley View University Department of Nursing. It includes the definition of Nursing, Scope of Nursing practice, history of the Nursing Profession and functions of other Health Care Professionals. Students will discuss contemporary issues, new trends in Nursing and Health Care, ethical and legal issues and the role of local, national and international organizations that impact the health care system. 

Theory 1credits, Practical 1 credit

This course focuses on the Biblical and Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) health principles. Students will acquire knowledge and skills required to promote healthful living and how to function in emergency situations using first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques. It focuses on the need for every individual and family to be responsible for their own health; thereby sustaining the health of the environment and the community at large.  Various methods and strategies of interventions such as behaviour modification, exercise and health education will be presented for use in promoting optimum wellness.

Prerequisite: NURS 105 Co-requisite: PSYC 105

Theory 2 credits, Practical 1 credit

This course introduces the student to basic nursing and patient care procedures necessary for patient comfort. They include nutrition, elimination, personal hygiene and other basic needs. The nursing process, vital signs, bed-making, aseptic techniques, communication skills and the teaching/learning process will also be covered.

Prerequisites: BIOL.111; CHEM 111, NURS 105, NURS 108; Corequisite: PSYC 105

Theory 2 credits, Practical 2 credits

In this course students will utilize the nursing process to identify normal from abnormal functioning of the body systems.  It provides a comprehensive and systematic approach to history taking, health assessment and physical examination skills; Students will learn about common variations seen in healthy clients, age related variations and abnormal findings. Campus laboratory experiences are provided to enhance the student’s assessment skills.  Practical experiences would be provided in subsequent clinical nursing courses to reinforce the student’s proficiency. Comprehensive health history taking and accurate recording forms a crucial part of the course.

Prerequisites: BIOL 111, 112; CHEM 111, BIOL 215, NURS 205

This course is the study of physiological changes that occur as a result of disease processes and body functions. Signs and symptoms manifested and laboratory findings are also examined. It builds on the knowledge from anatomy, physiology, chemistry and microbiology.

Prerequisite: BIOL 111, BIOL 112, CHEM 111, Corequisite: NURS 205

Theory 2 credits, Practical 1 credit

This course is designed to enable the student gain knowledge of the principles of pharmacology and pharmaco-kinetic. An overview of therapeutic agents used in health care and major drug classifications will provide a foundation for specific pharmacological applications in each clinical course. .The accurate drug calculation, roles and responsibilities of the nurse in drug administration will be a major focus.

Prerequisites: NURS 205, NURS 207, 205 PSYC 204; Corequisite NURT 204; NURS206

Theory 3 credits, Practical 2 credits

This course introduces the student to medical –surgical nursing of the adult client.  The nursing process will be used to manage patient with alterations in the respiratory, cardiovascular and hematologic systems. Focus will also be on neoplasms, wounds and infection control. A clinical component is required.

Prerequisite: PSYCH 105, SOCI 105, PSYC 204 

Theory 2 credits, Clinical 1 credit

This course focuses on the use of mental health nursing principles to promote, maintain and restore optimum functioning of the patient with psychiatric disorders. Use of primary, secondary and tertiary intervention will be employed to assist in the effective management of adult patients. It builds on the concepts of behaviour and interpersonal communication skills learned in prior nursing and cognate courses.

Prerequisite: NURS 301, PSYC 105

Theory 3 credits, Clinical 1 credit

This course builds on the mental health nursing principles of NURS 204 to promote, maintain and restore optimum functioning of the patient with psychiatric disorders. Use of primary, secondary and tertiary intervention will be employed to assist in the effective management of adult patients. It builds on the concepts of behaviour and interpersonal communication skills learned in prior nursing and cognate courses.

Prerequisite:  STAT 285

This introductory course in research methods and utilization provides knowledge needed for evidence-based nursing care and critically evaluating nursing literature. A pilot study is conducted in a clinical setting. The outcome and experience are then used to write a complete research proposal.

Prerequisites: NURS 313, NURS 205, NURT 204, PSYC 204

Theory 3 credits, Practical 1 credit

This course provides opportunity for students to utilize the nursing process in the health promotion and maintenance of children from infancy to adolescence. Emphasis will be placed on the physiological and psychological conditions as well as the socio-cultural and spiritual variables affecting growth and development. A clinical component is required.

In this course students will be able to examine the way in which values, beliefs and cultural practices affect health and illness among individuals, families, groups and communities.  Nurses are likely to interact with cultures other than their own due to constant migration throughout the world. 

This course introduces the student to moral issues derived from Biblical principles which provide a foundation for critical moral reflection on complex social problems and issues common to the nursing profession.

Prerequisites: NURS 212, NURS 205, NURS 206 

Theory 3 credits, Practical 1 credit

This course provides opportunity for students to use the nursing process in caring for adults with alterations in the gastro-intestinal and genitor-urinary   and urinary systems.

Prerequisites/Corequisite: NURS 205, PSYC 204  

Theory 3 credits, Practical 1 credit

This course involves the study and application of concepts and theories of community health nursing. Students will understand health systems organization and identify community health problems including communicable diseases by performing a community diagnosis.  The use of primary, secondary and tertiary preventive care interventions will also be utilized during the promotion of maternal and child health. A community study will be conducted and a report submitted for grading.

Prerequisites: NURS 313; Co-requisite: NURS 308

Theory 3 credits Practical 1 credit

This course focuses on adults with alternation in the musculo–skeletal and neurological systems. Students will use the nursing process to provide care in a variety of clinical settings.

Prerequisites: NURS 205, Co-requisite; NURS 331, PSYC 204

The course focuses on the promotion and maintenance of women’s health during the childbearing period. Students will study preconception, antenatal, and provide care to the child bearing family.

Prerequisites: NURS 309; Co-requisite: NURS 415

Theory 2 credits, Practical 1 credit                 

In this course students will be provided with the opportunity to observe and actively participate in the care of adult clients with complex conditions and the emergency management of patients with trauma. It builds on nursing skills learnt in prior nursing courses. It promotes the collaborative effort of members of the health care team in the care of critically ill clients.

Prerequisites: NURS 341, NURS 308

This course is designed to empower the student with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to participate effectively in the dissemination of information about fertility and population control. Students will be prepared to discuss the various family planning methods available to their clients, the advantages and disadvantages of each as well as assist them to make appropriate choices. Emphasis will be placed on STI’s effective management including prevention, accurate record keeping and other women’s health issues throughout the life span.

Prerequisites: NURS 208, NURS 313, NURS 314.

Theory 3 credits, Practical 1 credit

This course exposes the student to disorders and diseases of the eye, ear, nose, throat and the skin.  Opportunities will be provided for ‘hands on’ experiences in the various clinical settings.

Prerequisites: NURS 212, NURS 313, NURS 314, 415.

Prerequisite: NURS 331, NURS 309

Theory 2 credits, Practical 1 credit

The course focuses on principles and theories of administration and management.  It is designed to assist the professional nursing student in the development of management/leadership skills so that he/she will be able to function as collaborator/facilitator and change agent. Staff appraisal methods are explored and students will be given the opportunity to develop staff appraisal tools for staff development and quality assurance.  The need for competent supervision in Nursing will be emphasized.

Prerequisites: NURS 331, NURS 407, Co-requisites: NURS 418, NURS 442 

Theory 1 credit, Practical 3 credits

This course provides the student with the opportunity to participate in the setting up and managing of an MCH clinic. Students will also make home visits, go to outreach clinics, and participate in various community health projects

Prerequisites: NURS 331, NURS 341, AND NURS 308 

Practical 4 credits

The major focus on this course is the Intrapartum, new-born and the post-partum periods. With emphasis on the nursing responsibilities for labour and delivery, high risk pregnancies, operative obstetrics, new born and post-partum periods.  The knowledge of the physiological and psychological changes occurring in these periods and nursing implications for these changes are included.  Students will acquire the skill of conducting a safe spontaneous vaginal delivery as well as care for the mother and baby after delivery.

In NURS 304 students will gain an understanding of the principles of research and study the research process. They will then be guided to choose a research problem and develop a research proposal. In their final year students will carry out their research, present and submit a final paper to be reviewed and signed by the chairperson.
In the final year each student will carry out the research project from the proposal prepared in NURS 304 and present their findings in a research paper.