NURS 4544: Point-of-Care Ultrasound in the Emergency Department Setting Elective
Builds on students' understanding of microbiology, pharmacology, nutrition, genetics, and pathophysiology as these sciences relate to community health. Principles of epidemiology will be introduced. Emphasis is on development of clinical decision-making skills related to nursing care of individuals, families, and populations living in the community. Attention will be given to the co-existence of diverse cultures and minority groups that reside in the community. Major concepts of wellness, prevention, and chronicity will be explored. Provides experience in clinical and simulation learning environments for the application of theory from nursing and related disciplines to community health. Emphasis is on the role of the nurse in the delivery of culturally responsive interdisciplinary care.
- Credits
- 4
- Offered
- Fall 2026
- Campuses
- Storrs, Waterbury, Avery Point, Stamford
- Requirements
- To enroll in this course, a student must have earned a “C" or better in NURS 4434; student must be accepted into Basic Nursing (CEIN/B.S.) Certificate Program.
Fall 2026 sections
Taught by Jean Coffey, Melissa Rembish, and Dolores Coyle-Feliciano.
| Section | Type | Meets | Instructor | Campus | Room | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LEC | 1:00PM - 2:00PM / Fr | Jean Coffey | Storrs | Online | 3 of 135 open |
| 002C | CLN | By arrangement | Jean Coffey | Storrs | 1 of 59 open | |
| 301C | CLN | By arrangement | Melissa Rembish | Waterbury | 1 of 40 open | |
| 661C | CLN | By arrangement | TBA | Avery Point | 1 of 19 open | |
| 801C | CLN | By arrangement | Dolores Coyle-Feliciano | Stamford | 1 of 18 open |
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