Academic Catalog

N489 Community Health Nursing I

This course focuses on the role of the nurse in population-focused health, examining population-based systems, and community, individual, and family-focused population health practice. Emphasis is on addressing issues of overall health improvement, the broad determinants of health, and the elimination of health disparities among vulnerable populations. Students apply epidemiologic concepts and evidence-based research to the study of disease and develop strategies to promote health and prevent disease in diverse communities and populations with an emphasis on community-based assessment and partnership as well as broader population-focused interventions. Florida Course Numbering System Equivalent: NUR 4636C  **Textbook is available in the classroom**

Credits

2

Corequisite

N489C

Offered

Hybrid; BSN Pre-Licensure Program Only