Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.
Students work closely with a faculty research mentor to develop specific research skills by actively participating in a research study. Emphasis is placed on obtaining skills or research experiences needed to begin a sustained program of research.
A critical analysis of the development of policy related to health and nursing is emphasized. Attention is focused on the formation of a policy strategy to address a major policy issue affecting health care and the discipline of nursing.
A series of two-hour colloquia held every other week focusing on issues relative to the development of nursing science, the dissertation, and the role of the nurse scientist. The topics are selected by the students who are at various points of doctoral study in nursing. Included are topics on scientific integrity, the ethical conduct of research, and federal guidelines for inclusion of research subjects. The seminar is required for three semesters, one- credit hour each semester.
An elective course which gives the student an opportunity to explore a topic of special interest. May be repeated to a maximum of eight credits.
The focus of this course is exploration of qualitative approaches to developing clinical nursing research. The relationship of data production and analysis strategies to underlying assumptions, theories, and research goals are considered. Applications of qualitative methods to research questions relevant to nursing science are explored.
This course focuses on measurement issues in conducting nursing research. Methods of instrument development and assessment of reliability and validity are discussed. The psychometric properties of instruments and measurement methods used in research are analyzed. Students conduct pilot psychometric research related to their dissertation topic.
This course provides opportunities for skill dev- lopment in the application of a variety of analysis strategies to existing datasets. Students will identify hypotheses and/or research questions, test them using appropriate statistical methods, and interpret the results of their secondary analyses. Students also will gain experience in the presentation of findings via narrative, tabular, and oral formats.
Students synthesize theoretical leadership concepts with personal and professional values and gain an appreciation for the changing socio- cultural context in which clinical leadership is practiced. Issues of power, creativity, innovation, ethics and gender concerns are addressed. Self-reflection and self-mastery are two themes that underpin the entire course of study and support interpersonal skills that enhance leadership.
Students use theories of leadership, motivation, power, influence, and relationships to evaluate current practices and initiate future practices within health care, educational, and research organizations. Shared visions, advocacy, relationships and change management are addressed. Students study the change process in health related organizations by critically analyzing demographics, cultural influences, and current trends that affect practice, education, and research.
