NURS 593-198 CAPSTONE I: PROPOSAL Focused on the development and refinement of a scholarly study of a clinical case, a topic or an issue relevant to the student’s master’s degree track. The Capstone Proposal reflects the culminating synthesis of knowledge from graduate courses as an independent project under the direction of a project chair and committee. Requires that the student demonstrate critical thinking, a proficiency in oral and written communication, and use of appropriate information technology. May not receive credit for NURS 593 and NURS 591. Prerequisites: Year 2 or 3 of M.S. program, MATH 502, NURS 542, NURS 544, and permission of the instructor.
NURS 594-198 CAPSTONE II: IMPLEMENTATION Focuses on the implementation of the previously approved Capstone Proposal (NURS 593) and reflects a culminating synthesis of knowledge from graduate courses as an independent project under the direction of a project chair and committee. Critical thinking excellent oral and written communication, and skillful use of information technology are required. May not receive credit for NURS 594 and NURS 591. Prerequisites: Year 2 or 3 of M.S. program, permission of the instructor, successful completion of NURS 593.
2013 Summer II
NURS 593-198 CAPSTONE I: PROPOSAL Focused on the development and refinement of a scholarly study of a clinical case, a topic or an issue relevant to the student’s master’s degree track. The Capstone Proposal reflects the culminating synthesis of knowledge from graduate courses as an independent project under the direction of a project chair and committee. Requires that the student demonstrate critical thinking, a proficiency in oral and written communication, and use of appropriate information technology. May not receive credit for NURS 593 and NURS 591. Prerequisites: Year 2 or 3 of M.S. program, MATH 502, NURS 542, NURS 544, and permission of the instructor.
NURS 594-198 CAPSTONE II: IMPLEMENTATION Focuses on the implementation of the previously approved Capstone Proposal (NURS 593) and reflects a culminating synthesis of knowledge from graduate courses as an independent project under the direction of a project chair and committee. Critical thinking excellent oral and written communication, and skillful use of information technology are required. May not receive credit for NURS 594 and NURS 591. Prerequisites: Year 2 or 3 of M.S. program, permission of the instructor, successful completion of NURS 593.
2013 Fall
NURS 442-610 NURS LEAD AND MANAGEMENT Explores roles in nursing within the health care system with particular emphasis on leadership and management functions. Provides students with a conceptual understanding of the social, political, legislative and economic forces shaping the U.S. health care system and its impact on the rural environment. Prerequisites: NURS 310, 311, 312, 319, 329, 350, 351, 422, 423 with a C or better. Pre/Co-requisites: NURS 380, 381, 430, 431, 443. Two hours per week.
NURS 443-611 LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM Emphasizes integration of nursing knowledge, values and skills in caring for groups of clients. Students experience various professional nursing roles and apply leadership and management strategies. Prerequisites: NURS 310, 311, 312, 319, 329, 350, 351, 422, 423 with a C or better. Pre/Co-requisites: NURS 380, 381, 430, 431, 442. Six hours per week.
NURS 443-612 LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM Emphasizes integration of nursing knowledge, values and skills in caring for groups of clients. Students experience various professional nursing roles and apply leadership and management strategies. Prerequisites: NURS 310, 311, 312, 319, 329, 350, 351, 422, 423 with a C or better. Pre/Co-requisites: NURS 380, 381, 430, 431, 442. Six hours per week.
NURS 443-614 LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM Emphasizes integration of nursing knowledge, values and skills in caring for groups of clients. Students experience various professional nursing roles and apply leadership and management strategies. Prerequisites: NURS 310, 311, 312, 319, 329, 350, 351, 422, 423 with a C or better. Pre/Co-requisites: NURS 380, 381, 430, 431, 442. Six hours per week.
NURS 580-198 SPECIAL TOPICS IN NURSING Intensive study of a selected topic relevant to nursing in rural areas. May be taken twice under different course subtitles recorded with the registrar. Prerequisite: Consent of the graduate nursing program faculty member. One-to-three hours lecture, zero-to-two hours lab per week.
NURS 593-196 CAPSTONE I: PROPOSAL Focused on the development and refinement of a scholarly study of a clinical case, a topic or an issue relevant to the student’s master’s degree track. The Capstone Proposal reflects the culminating synthesis of knowledge from graduate courses as an independent project under the direction of a project chair and committee. Requires that the student demonstrate critical thinking, a proficiency in oral and written communication, and use of appropriate information technology. May not receive credit for NURS 593 and NURS 591. Prerequisites: Year 2 or 3 of M.S. program, MATH 502, NURS 542, NURS 544, and permission of the instructor.
NURS 593-198 CAPSTONE I: PROPOSAL Focused on the development and refinement of a scholarly study of a clinical case, a topic or an issue relevant to the student’s master’s degree track. The Capstone Proposal reflects the culminating synthesis of knowledge from graduate courses as an independent project under the direction of a project chair and committee. Requires that the student demonstrate critical thinking, a proficiency in oral and written communication, and use of appropriate information technology. May not receive credit for NURS 593 and NURS 591. Prerequisites: Year 2 or 3 of M.S. program, MATH 502, NURS 542, NURS 544, and permission of the instructor.
NURS 594-198 CAPSTONE II: IMPLEMENTATION Focuses on the implementation of the previously approved Capstone Proposal (NURS 593) and reflects a culminating synthesis of knowledge from graduate courses as an independent project under the direction of a project chair and committee. Critical thinking excellent oral and written communication, and skillful use of information technology are required. May not receive credit for NURS 594 and NURS 591. Prerequisites: Year 2 or 3 of M.S. program, permission of the instructor, successful completion of NURS 593.
NURS 595-198 CAPSTONE III: DISSEMINATION Focuses on the dissemination of the previously approved Capstone Proposal and Implementation (NURS 593, 594) and reflects a culminating synthesis of knowledge from graduate courses as an independent project under the direction of a Capstone Committee chair and committee. Critical thinking excellent oral and written communication, and skillful use of information technology are required. May not receive credit for NURS 595 and NURS 591. Prerequisites: Year 3 of M.S. program, permission of the instructor, successful completion of NURS 594.
NURS 742-610 QUALITY IMPRVMT IN HLTHCARE Focuses on theory, methods and tools for quality improvement. Prepares for design, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based quality health care practices for patient populations (individuals and aggregates) in a variety of settings. Assess organizational culture, gather safety information, analyze data and translate findings into systems changes through action learning experiences within organizations. Prerequisites: Admissions to the D.N.P. Program; NURS 744 or permission of instructor. Three hours per week.
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Sebach, A.M. & McDowell, D.
(2012).
Developing a Tissue Donation Advocacy Program in a Rural Emergency Department.
Journal of Emergency Nursing,38(1),
63-68.
Campbell, C.J. & McDowell, D.E.
(2011).
Computer Literacy of Nurses in a Community Hospital: Where Are We Today?
Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing,42(8),
365-370.
McDowell, D. E., Dillon, T. W., & Lending, D.
(2008).
Perceived quality benefits influenced by usefulness & documentation accuracy of information systems.
Computers, Informatics, Nursing: CIN,26(6),
350-357.
McDowell, D. E. & Ma, X. P.
(2007).
Computer literacy in baccalaureate nursing students during the last 8 years.
Computers, Informatics, Nursing: CIN,25(1),
30-36.
Dillon, T., McDowell, D., Salimian, F. & Conklin, D.
(1998).
Perceived ease of use & usefulness of bedside computer systems.
Computers in Nursing,16(3),
151-156.
Dillon, T., McDowell, D., Norcio, A., & DeHaemer, M.
(1994).
Nursing acceptance of a speech-input interface: A preliminary investigation.
Computers in Nursing,12(6),
264-271.
McDowell, T. & Webster, D. (2012). Integrating Quality Improvement Content Throughout the Curriculum. Presented at Quality & Safety in Nursing (QSEN), Tucson, AZ.
Hinderer, K. & McDowell, D. (2011). West Meets East: Increasing Diversity Education Through Short-Term Study Abroad Programs. Presented at Drexel University Nurse Educator's Institute (DUNEI), Atlantic City, NJ.
McDowell, D. & Thomas, M. (2003). Web based course planning overwhelming? Not if you go with the flow Presented at Northeastern Regional WebCT Conference, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA.
McDowell, D. (2000). Development of an instrument to measure perceived accuracy & confidentiality of traditional & computerized patient record Presented at 10th Annual Summer Institute in Nursing Informatics, University of MD, Baltimore, School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD.
McDowell, D. (1999). Promoting information technology use among undergraduate nursing students Presented at MD Council of Directors of Assoc. Degree & Baccalaureate Nursing Programs, UMAB, School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD.
Dillon, T., McDowell, D., Salimian, F. & Conklin, D. (1998). Nursing satisfaction & perceived effectiveness/efficiency with bedside-computer systems Presented at 9th International Conference of the Information Resources Management Association, Boston, MA.
Dillon, T., McDowell, D., Salimian, F. & Conklin, D. (1998). Nursing satisfaction & perceived effectiveness/efficiency with bedside-computer systems Presented at 9th International Conference of the Information Resources Management Association, Boston, MA.
McDowell, D. (1999). Promoting information technology use among undergraduate nursing students Presented at 17th Annual Int'l Nursing Computer & Tech. Conf., Rutgers, The State Univ., College of Nursing, New Brunswick, NJ.
McDowell, D. (1999). Promoting information technology use among undergraduate nursing students Presented at 17th Annual International Nursing Computer & Technology Conference, Rutgers U., College of Nursing, New Brunswick, NJ.
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