UW School of Nursing Funding Opportunities

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noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 16:44:00 +0000

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TA: NMETH 533

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Deadline: Thursday, November 1, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position

50% FTE

A Teaching Assistant is needed to provide support for NMETH533: Evidence Appraisal Course. This course is core content in the DNP curriculum emphasizing evidence-based literature, clinical appraisal of various research designs, methodology, and statistics.

The Teaching Assistant will work with the instructor to provide assistance and support with class and course materials including:

Working with the instructors to provide assistance and support with class and course materials
Attending lectures (Tuesday evenings 5:30PM – 8:20PM)
Assist with course content as requested
Assisting in individual & small group help sessions with students
Facilitating discussions and monitoring discussion groups
Managing and responding to course related email as requested
Attending instructor/TA meetings
Proctoring exams, including make-up sessions
Requesting necessary equipment
Assist with setting up and returning classroom A-V equipment

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TA: NURS 525

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 22:01:00 +0000

Deadline: Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position

50% FTE

NURS 525

Provide support for NURS 525: Managing Clinical Effectiveness within Care Systems. This course examines optimizing person-provider clinical therapeutic transactions at multiple levels of care systems, complexity, and population aggregation. There is an emphasis on designing, managing and evaluating clinical effectiveness and efficiency within care systems.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Teaching Assistant will work with the instructor to provide assistance and support with class and course materials:
Posting and updating course material on the course web page
Assistance in grading papers, tests and class assignments
Duplication and distribution of educational material
Assistance in course preparation including developing syllabus and identifying pertinent readings
Assistance in tracking student assignments, attendance and other matters related to administrative tasks
Assistance in obtaining audiovisual equipment and materials as necessary for classroom instruction
Providing assistance and advisement for students as necessary
Other duties as assigned when needed

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TA: NCLIN 407

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 21:58:00 +0000

Deadline: Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position

25 - 50% FTE

NCLIN 407

One Teaching Assistant is needed at 50% in the Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Systems to teach a clinical group of students for NCLIN 407: Nursing Care of Ill Adults. This course provides supervised nursing care to ill adults and their families. Emphasis on systematic assessment and comprehensive clinical management of hospitalized ill adults. Course coordinators are Dr. Vicky Hertig and Dr. Terri Simpson.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

TA will work with the course coordinator in supervising students in clinical settings
Teach or Co-teach one small group of novice undergraduate nursing students in a medical surgical nursing setting.
Assist students with selecting appropriate patients for clinical assignments.
Review and evaluate students’ preparation for clinical sessions and nursing care plans.
Contribute to and conduct mid-term and final clinical evaluations.
Attend a weekly one-hour connected teaching meeting.
Other duties as assigned when needed.

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Presidential Management Fellowship Program

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 17:42:00 +0000

DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 19, 2012, 8:59 pm PST.

This two-year paid fellowship includes challenging assignments, potential for accelerated promotions, developmental assignments, and networking opportunities. Finalists appointed as PMFs have the opportunity to be hired by Federal Agencies and engage in solving domestic and/or international issues in areas such as public administration, engineering, technology, science, criminal justice, health, and financial management, to name a few.

For information and applications: Students must apply through the PMF website and USAJobs. This is a multi-phase application process, including both online and in-person segments.

Eligibility Requirements: Must receive advanced degree between Sept. 1, 2012 and Aug. 31, 2013 or have received advanced degree no earlier than Nov. 5, 2011. All disciplines are eligible. Must meet following criteria: breath and quality of accomplishments, capacity for leadership, and demonstrated commitment to a career in the analysis and management of public policies and programs.

Prospective applicants should visit this link.

CSSS Grad Student Grant Opportunity

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 21:30:00 +0000

Deadline: October 26, 2012

CSSS Graduate Student Research Presentation and Training Grant

The Center for Statistics and the Social Sciences (CSSS) will award a limited number of grants for graduate and undergraduate students and postdoctoral researchers working with CSSS faculty affiliates, and junior CSSS faculty affiliates to assist in presenting research and attending workshops or courses. Suggested target dates between January 1, 2013 and June 30, 2013 are eligible for support.

The grants will be awarded on a competitive basis by the CSSS Executive Committee for the purpose of presenting papers and attending workshops or courses related to the long-term goals of CSSS, notably research in social statistics and quantitative methods in the social sciences, and collaborative research between social scientists and statisticians.

Preference will be given to proposals for which other sources of support are not available. Priority will be given to graduate students, post doctoral researchers and, on occasion, undergraduate students. CSSS Seed Grant recipients may also apply. The awardee should acknowledge the support of CSSS in the course of any presentations.

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Senior Services Seeks RN

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 17:37:00 +0000

Senior Services is looking for an Enhance Wellness Registered Nurse who will maintain and, if possible, improve the physical, mental, and emotional well being of older adults.

Senior Services, with an annual budget of approximately $15 million, offers a comprehensive network of services to more than 54,000 older adults and their families throughout King County. Our programs and senior centers are passionate about promoting the emotional, social, and physical well-being of older adults. Since 1967 Senior Services has been a leader in connecting older adults with high quality services that support them to live active lives while enabling them to make their own choices to suit their lifestyles and preferences.

Senior Services’ approximately 250 caring and experienced employees are led by a dynamic, highly-effective visionary who has been a leader in the aging field for over 30 years. We also have a truly dedicated, supportive board and a whole network of community partners. We have been a major player in the aging field for more than 40 years and are looking forward to inspiring the newest cohort, the Baby Boomers.

More information, including application instructions

Stay Fit in College Scholarship

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:46:00 +0000

For Immediate Release: StayFitInCollege.org, which promotes fitness in college, has just announced scholarship awards for the 2012/2013 academic year. There is no purchase necessary to apply for the scholarship. The scholarship award aims to help students avoid the dreaded freshman 15.

Any student that attends a university, community college, or even a technical/trade college may apply for the scholarship award.

Also, up to the first 10 applicants of each deadline month (see below) will receive one free product of their choice from Stay Fit In College.

Prospective student applicants should contact their school’s scholarship office and request an application or simply visit this link.

TA: NSG 530

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 22:03:00 +0000

Deadline: Monday September 24, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position

25% FTE

NSG 530

A Teaching Assistant is needed to provide support for NSG 530: Professional Identity and Leadership. This course is a required course for the DNP program. Class held class on Tuesday evenings 5:30-8:30p. Instructor: Dr. Marie Annette Brown, Department of Family and Child Nursing.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Student TA (prefer PhD student or post doc) or part time faculty seeking more work
Strong interpersonal skills required and leadership experiences preferred (not necessarily management). Enthusiastic about helping students learn and patient with students stresses
Primary responsibility for helping instructor manage group projects occurring during class on Tuesday evenings 5:30-8:30p
Facilitate small online work groups of distance students via on Connect Pro Live while instructor works with students in class. (Training and support available)
Manage selected teaching strategies used during class such as clickers
Assist with provision of feedback to students on their writing skills
Assist connections between students and faculty and among their peers
Work with selected students to provide individualized assistance about course assignments to selected students

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TA: NURS 304

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:06:00 +0000

Deadline: September 21, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position

50% FTE

NURS 304

A Teaching Assistant is needed to provide support for NURS 304: Human Responses I. This course examines normal and pathophysiological responses to states of health and illness. It also examines internal and external defense systems, balance and regulation of body systems, and integration of these concepts in the assessment and management of patient problems. NURS 304 meets from 9:30 to 11:20 on Thursdays, and 2:30 to 3:30 on Fridays. Instructors: Dr. Patricia A. Betrus and Dr. Susanna Cunningham

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Must be able to attend most classes.
Grading problem sets and other assignments (quizzes and two project papers)
Taking answer sheets to upper campus for grading
Course grading record-keeping
Moodle website maintenance and support (posting of materials, etc)
Course support activities such as communications with faculty, guest faculty, and students
Tutor students weekly for one to two hours
Run review sessions as needed
Introduce and thank guest lecturer(s)
Support technology applications for course
Faculty support
Other duties as needed

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Learning Lab TA

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 21:26:00 +0000

Deadline: September 21, 2012

One 50% Teaching Assistant Position

OR two 25% Teaching Assistant Positions

25-50% FTE

Learning Lab Overview:

The UW School of Nursing Center for Excellence in Nursing Education (CENE), or Learning Lab, is a state of the art learning resource center serving faculty and both undergraduate and graduate students. It includes print and practice materials for the performance of nursing health care therapeutics, specialized high-tech equipment commonly utilized in acute care settings, and interactive video disc (IVD) programs and video recording and playback equipment.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Teach and evaluate basic nursing skills
Assist in helping students as necessary with lab course skills
Order supplies for lab
Setup supplies for weekly lab
Assist in preparation of course materials and lesson plans
Teach and assist in lab with undergraduate and graduate nursing students
Assisting in keeping track of student attendance in lab training periods
Assist in maintenance of lab and upkeep of operations of lab
Other duties as assigned

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JIA Arthritis Foundation Dissertation Award

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 17:04:00 +0000

From their website: Provides one or two years of salary and/or research support. The research project must be related to arthritis management and/or comprehensive patient care in rheumatology practice, research or education. Not for laboratory research. The award amount is $30,000 per year.

Eligibility Criteria: The Doctoral Dissertation Awards are designed for pre-doctoral students who will receive doctoral degrees from U.S. institutions. Applicants should be entering the research phase of their degree program. The thesis supervisor must approve the project which must be related to arthritis management, comprehensive patient care in rheumatology practice, or arthritis research. Suitable studies include, but are not limited to, functional, behavioral, nutritional, educational, occupational, or epidemiological aspects of patient care and management. Drug studies and laboratory in vitro studies are not appropriate. A candidate must have membership or eligibility for membership in his/her professional organization.

Citizenship/Work Abroad: US citizenship is required. Awards may be used to study abroad if it seems in the best interest of the candidate's future career and has approval from the degree granting U.S. institution. However, no provisions are made for travel expenses.

To learn more about this opportunity, visit this link.

TA: NURS 201

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 23:58:00 +0000

Deadline: Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position

50% FTE

NURS 201 Growth and Development Across the Lifespan

This course focuses on processes of human growth and development from prenatal life to old age. Emphasizes influence of biological, socio-economic, and cultural factors on growth and development, and how awareness of growth and development theory and research can help guide health promotional efforts directed towards persons of various ages and life styles. Class meets on Mondays and Wednesdays, 2:30 – 4:50 pm. Faculty: Dr. Stephen Padgett.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Posting and updating course materials on the web
Assist in preparation of course materials and present course content when appropriate
Assist in keeping track of student assignments, attendance and other matters related to administrative tasks
Assist in grading papers or tests and assist by helping students as necessary with course work and assignments
Attend classroom sessions and seminars
Identification and evaluation of AV educational material, obtaining equipment when necessary
Duplication and distribution of educational material
Coordinate presentations by guest lecturers, including scheduling, arranging parking, follow-up thank you letters
Other duties as assigned when needed

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National Institute of Nursing Research

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 19:18:00 +0000

From their website: "The National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) Graduate Partnerships Program (GPP) is a doctoral fellowship training program that coordinates training and funding for doctoral students attending a school of nursing. The program combines the academic environment of a university and the breadth and depth of research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The goal of the program is to encourage and support the training of nursing doctoral students who are motivated to undertake careers in basic or clinical research.

"As part of a coordinated plan of graduate education, students will complete the majority of required coursework at the academic institution in which they are enrolled. Dissertation research will be conducted within the Intramural Research Program (IRP) of the NIH in Bethesda, Maryland. Both an academic advisor and NIH scientist will serve as co-mentors for the dissertation process. All of the academic institution requirements for the doctoral degree must be fulfilled. Students will receive their doctoral degree from the academic institution in which they are enrolled."

The application for the 2012 NINR Graduate Partnerships Program opens on September 17, 2012.

To learn more about this opportunity, visit this link.

New Due Date!: TA NURS 415

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 23:27:00 +0000

Deadline: Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position

25% FTE

Fall Quarter 2012

A Teaching Assistant is needed to provide support for NURS 415: Childbearing and Childrearing Course. This course is core content in the undergraduate curriculum emphasizing nursing care of acute and chronic health conditions, particularly including in-patient care. Nurs 415 Instructors: Dr. Pam Jordan, Barbara Plovie, and Anne Kalkbrenner, Department of Family and Child Nursing.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Working with the instructors to provide assistance and support with class and course materials
Attending lectures (Tuesday 10:30 am to 4:30 pm)
Assist with course content as requested
Assisting in individual & small group help sessions with students
Facilitating discussions and monitoring discussion groups
Managing and responding to course related email as requested
Transporting exams to Office of Educational Assessment
Assist with review sessions
Managing storage and access to examinations
Attending instructor/TA meetings
Proctoring exams, including make-up sessions
Requesting necessary equipment
Assist with setting up and returning classroom A-V equipment

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TA NURS 417/NCLIN 418

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 21:06:00 +0000

Deadline: Friday, September 7, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position

50% FTE

Fall Quarter 2012

A Teaching Assistant is needed in the Department of Psychosocial and Community Health. The Psychosocial and Community Health Nursing Department has an opening for a Teaching Assistant to provide support for NURS 417 Psychosocial Nursing in Health and Illness course/NCLIN 418 Practicum in Psychosocial Nursing communication skills lab.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Facilitating small group sessions to learn psychosocial assessment, group, and therapeutic communication skills
Evaluation of small group assignments and development of educational and testing material
Posting and updating course material on the web
Assistance in grading papers
Duplication and distribution of educational material and assistance in course preparation
Assistance in tracking student assignments, attendance and other matters related to administrative tasks
Assistance in obtaining audiovisual equipment and materials as necessary for the classes
Providing assistance for students as necessary
Other duties as assigned when needed

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SA in BNHS

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 21:15:00 +0000

Deadline: Friday, August 31, 2012

Student Assistant Position 20% FTE

Fall Quarter 2012

A Student Assistant is needed to provide support for the Chair of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Systems, Dr. Margaret Heitkemper.

Roles and Responsibilities of the SA include:

Research grant assistance
Professorship assistance
May include some curricular database work

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Doris Duke Fellowship Opportunity

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 17:05:00 +0000

The Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago invite outstanding doctoral students to apply for the Doris Duke Fellowships for the Promotion of Child Well-Being—seeking innovations in child abuse and neglect prevention (formerly named the Doris Duke Fellowships for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect). These fellowships are designed to identify and develop a new generation of leaders interested in and capable of creating practice and policy initiatives that will enhance child development and improve the nation's ability to prevent all forms of child maltreatment.

The application period for the third cohort of fellows opens on August 15, 2012. Applications are due by December 15, 2012. The third cohort will begin in the summer of 2013. Each fellow receives an annual stipend of $25,000 for up to two years.

To learn more about this opportunity, visit this link.

GSA Position - Academic Services

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 23:22:00 +0000

Deadline: Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Student Outreach Coordinator

Graduate Staff Assistant Position (50% FTE)

Fall Quarter 2012

The Graduate Staff Assistant will work with fellow GSAs and the Director of Admissions and Multicultural Student Affairs to carry out outreach and recruitment of students to all School of Nursing programs.

Roles and Responsibilities of the GSA include:

Coordinate and represent the School of Nursing at local recruiting events, both on campus and off, including CNE conferences, hospitals, career fairs, community college fairs, high schools, and community festivals, by involving faculty, students, alumni, and staff.
Respond to requests for information over email, phone, and by letter.
Advise prospective applicants on questions regarding the BSN, ABSN, MN, MS, PhD, DNP, and Certificate programs.
Collaborate with Academic Services staff; including Director of Admissions, Assistant Dean, BSN, MN/MS, DNP, and PhD program coordinators, and undergraduate advisor, to facilitate clear communication with potential applicants.
Offer individual appointments for prospective students regarding any questions they may have
Occasional other duties as assigned.

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NURS 308 TA

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 16:53:00 +0000

Deadline: Friday, August 17, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position 25% FTE

Fall Quarter 2012

A Teaching Assistant is needed in the Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Systems to provide support for NURS 308: Human Responses II (25% FTE). This course examines normal and pathophysiological responses to states of health and illness. It also examines internal and external defense systems, balance and regulation of body systems, and integration of these concepts in the assessment and management of patient problems. NURS 308 is held on Tuesdays from 7:30-10:20a in T473.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Assist with lecture components of the course
Assist in course administration, record keeping and evaluation of student performance, including grading problem sets
Attend class.
May introduce and thank guest lecturers

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NMETH 527 TA

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 16:52:00 +0000

Deadline: Friday, August 17, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position 50% FTE

Fall Quarter 2012

Provide support for NMETH 527B/C: Introduction to Health Information. This course examines how informatics aids in the transformation of healthcare delivery and how to most effectively use the theories and best practices in informatics toward building and deploying informatics solutions. Class is entirely online.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Posting and updating course material on the course web page
Assistance in grading papers, tests and class assignments
Duplication and distribution of educational material
Assistance in course preparation including developing syllabus and identifying pertinent readings
Assistance in tracking student assignments, attendance and other matters related to administrative tasks
Assistance in obtaining audiovisual equipment and materials as necessary for classroom instruction
Providing assistance and advisement for students as necessary
Other duties as assigned when needed

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NURS 301 TA

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 16:48:00 +0000

Deadline: Friday, August 17, 2012

Teaching Assistant Position 25% FTE

Fall Quarter 2012

A Teaching Assistant is needed in the Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Systems to provide support for NURS 301: Clinical Applications of Anatomy and Physiology (25% FTE). This course examines application of anatomic and physiologic concepts to selected clinical phenomena. Focuses on integrated responses and functional health patterns. Exemplars of developmental and lifespan factors are identified. Includes experiential activities to enhance integration of content. NURS 301 is held on Thursdays from 8:30-9:20a in T747 and Fridays from 10:30-1:20p in T747. Students must be available all Fridays from 10:30-2:30p since labs and some lectures alternate within this timeframe.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Assist with laboratory and lecture components of the course
Assist in course administration, record keeping and evaluation of student performance, including grading problem sets
Attend class.
Introduce and thank guest lecturers

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Student Assistant - PRE-RN PROGRAM EVALUATION

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 20:27:00 +0000

Deadline: June 21, 2012 at 5:00pm

Student Assistant Position 50% FTE

Summer Quarter 2012

Under the supervision of the Associate Dean for Academic Services and in collaboration with the Chair of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Coordinating Committee and Director of Admissions & Multicultural Student Affairs, provide data support for the BSN program, and Accelerated BSN program, and at the UW School of Nursing.

Roles and Responsibilities of the SA include:

Collect, analyze, and report data on BSN admissions, student evaluation BSN and the BSN program, including development and testing of program evaluation questionnaires and preparation of annual written reports of both BSN and ABSN program evaluation data.
Evaluate current BSN & ABSN students: Collect and analyze data on student satisfaction, favorite courses, courses needing change, outcome achievement, issues, suggestions, and employment status online (WebQ) at three times during the BSN program. Surveying beginning with Junior students, finishing Junior students, and finishing Senior students – and twice during ABSN, during the first and the last summer quarter. Report results to BSNCC and provide feedback to the students surveyed.

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TA Position - NCLIN 411B

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 17:21:00 +0000

Deadline: June 22, 2012 at 5:00pm

Teaching Assistant Position 25% FTE

Summer Quarter 2012

NCLIN 411B: Transition to Clinical Practice - This course focuses on critical examination, synthesis, and evaluation of professional nursing care with individual clients or groups reflecting diverse settings, ages, and ethnic communities. It emphasizes mastering theoretical concepts, applying research finding, improving skill competency, and developing clinical leadership capabilities. Class is held on Tuesday mornings from 7:30-9:20am in E214.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Assist with Moodle site
Set-up GradeBook
Track assignments
Set-up laptop for presentations, including checking out the laptop from Classroom Services
Obtain references, literature review as needed

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TA Position - NURS 304

noreply@blogger.com (Laura Mason) — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 17:17:00 +0000

Deadline: June 22, 2012 at 5:00pm

Teaching Assistant Position 25% FTE

Summer Quarter 2012

This course examines normal and pathophysiological responses to states of health and illness. It also examines internal and external defense systems, balance and regulation of body systems, and integration of these concepts in the assessment and management of patient problems. NURS 304 is held on Mondays from 1:10-3:20p and Thursdays from 8:00-9:40a in T639.

Roles and Responsibilities of the TA include:

Grading problem sets and other assignments
Taking answer sheets to upper campus for grading
Moodle website maintenance and support (posting of materials, etc)
Attend class and tutor students
Support technology applications for course
Run review sessions as needed

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