Nursing Across the Lifespan (NURS 211)

Term: 2026-2027 School Year Fall Term

Faculty

Mrs. Colette SchwartzShow MyInfo popup for Mrs. Colette Schwartz

colette.schwartz@southeasttech.edu

Southeast Tech Department:

Nursing Instructor

Education Background:

• CNA certification 2003-2004
• ADN: University of South Dakota 
• BSN: University of South Dakota 

Experience:

• L&D/High Risk OB/Maternal Flight RN from 2009-2018
• Orthopedics RN 2005-2009
• Surgical - Trauma RN 2004-2005
• Taught clinicals in Rehab, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Surgical/Trauma, Long-term Care, and clinic settings. 

 

 

Description

Lifespan I explores foundational concepts of human growth and development, emphasizing patient-centered care. Students will collaborate with peers to develop critical thinking skills by applying the nursing process, integrating evidence-based practice, and addressing quality improvement initiatives. The course introduces health promotion, risk reduction, physiological adaptation, pharmacological and parental therapies, nutrition, and basic care and comfort within the context of maternal, newborn, and pediatric populations, fostering the development of safe, holistic care plans. Prerequisite: NURS 202L Corequisite: NURS 211S