The Master of Science in Nursing / Critical Care Nursing (Cardiorespiratory) program aims at graduating specialized nurses who are able to possess the nursing competencies necessary to provide critical care to people suffering from heart and respiratory diseases at various levels of health care. Especially in intensive care units, by providing high quality care, adhering to evidence-based practices, and developing and integrating theoretical knowledge, experience and clinical trials to improve health care outcomes.
Program Description
Upon completion of the program, graduates should be able to provide comprehensive and prioritized nursing care to critically ill patients. They are expected to enhance their skills in caring for patients with complex cardiorespiratory conditions through personalized care planning, health education, and follow-up. The program emphasizes applying evidence-based knowledge, critical thinking, and advanced understanding of physiological changes in critically ill patients. Graduates will be proficient in using cardiac and respiratory therapeutic modalities, including monitoring and treating arrhythmias. Ethical and safe practice, professional communication, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams are also key outcomes. The program aims to develop competencies in palliative care, patient/family assessment, decision-making, and leadership in managing resources and technology.
Bachelor’s with Good GPA, English score 5.5 IELTS or equivalent.
Major Requirement – 34 Credit Hours
Compulsory Courses – 25 Credit Hours
A0627103 – Advanced Cardiorespiratory Care Nursing (1) / Clinical – 1 Credit Hour
A0617203 – Applied Clinical Project – 3 Credit Hours
A0627201 – Advanced Cardiorespiratory Care Nursing (2) – 2 Credit Hours
A0617101 – Research Methodology in Nursing – 3 Credit Hours
A0627203 – Critical Care Nursing / System Approach – 2 Credit Hours
A0627102 – Advanced Cardiorespiratory Care Nursing (1) – 2 Credit Hours
A0617102 – Statistical Analysis in Nursing Research – 3 Credit Hours
A0627105 – Advanced Health Assessment (Clinical) – 1 Credit Hour
A0627306 – Advanced Pathophysiology – 3 Credit Hours
A0627104 – Advanced Health Assessment (Theory) – 1 Credit Hour
A0627204 – Critical Care Nursing / System Approach (Clinical) – 1 Credit Hour
A0627202 – Advanced Cardiorespiratory Care Nursing (2) / Clinical – 1 Credit Hour
A0627101 – Advanced Pharmacology – 2 Credit Hours
Elective Courses – 9 Credit Hours
A0617302 – Advanced Emergency and Disaster Nursing – 3 Credit Hours
A0627305 – Nursing Palliative Care of Acute/Critical Cases – 3 Credit Hours
A0627302 – Therapeutics Interventions – 3 Credit Hours
A0627309 – Digital Health – 3 Credit Hours
A0627308 – Special Topics – 3 Credit Hours
A0627310 – Ethical and Legal Issues in Advanced Nursing Care – 3 Credit Hours
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Al-Ahliyya Amman University