Faculty Syllabus

Mental Health Nursing: RNSG 2213 Spring 2026 SECTION SPECIFIC INFORMATION RR– Spring 2026 RNSG-2213-001 Section 18494 Mental Health Nursing Round Rock Campus - RRC- Building 3000 - Room 3339 Monday Lecture and Lab 8:00 am – 10:45 am ACC interactive campus map Class Time and Location also available through campus-specific BlackBoard® sites INSTRUCTOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION Level 3 Nursing Faculty: Instructor office hours, contact information, and office location available online Margaret O’Sullivan MSN, RN, PMHCNS-BC Office: RR: 3217.10 Phone: Cell phone number is located in BlackBoard Email: mosulliv@austincc.edu Office Hours: Monday 11:00 am – 2:00 pm; Tuesday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm; 1 hour following clinical; by appointment on Thursday and Friday. Please email to schedule an appointment. Please see BlackBoard site for additional contact information for adjunct faculty. COURSE DESCRIPTION ● Credit Hours: 2 ● Classroom Contact Hours per week: 2 ● Laboratory Contact Hours per week: varies; see course calendar on BlackBoard® Class time and location available through campus-specific BlackBoard® sites Course Description: Principles and concepts of mental health, psychopathology, and treatment modalities related to the nursing care of patients and their families. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. End-of-Course Objectives: Explain the roles of the professional nurse in caring for patients and families experiencing mental health problems; use therapeutic communication; utilize clinical reasoning processes and clinical judgment for providing care to patients and families experiencing mental health problems. 1 PREREQUISITES Prerequisites: RNSG 1247 Concepts of Clinical Decision Making Corequisites: RNSG 2160 Mental Health Nursing Clinical Placement: Third semester of the nursing sequence. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES & GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES Upon completion of the course the student will be able to: 1. Utilize clinical reasoning and the nursing process guided by evidence-based practice as a framework for nursing decisions in meeting the health care needs of the patient and family experiencing mental health problems. 2. Integrate the etiology, pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, complications, therapeutic interventions for the patient and family experiencing mental health problems. 3. Integrate the four roles of the professional nurse when providing patient-centered care for the patient and family experiencing mental health problems. 4. Develop teaching plans to assist the patient and family experiencing mental health problems in meeting their needs for health maintenance, promotion, and /or restoration. 5. Integrate legal principles from governing and accrediting agencies and ethical guidelines when planning patient-centered nursing care for the patient with mental health problems. 6. Formulate goals and outcomes that promote quality and a risk free, safe environment for all individuals. 7. Demonstrate competence and safety in the performance of selected nursing skills. 8. Analyze the role of a health care advocate when collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary health team determining resources that facilitate continuity of care, health promotion, maintenance, and restoration. 9. Integrate the principles of therapeutic communication that facilitate interactions with patients and health care members. 10. Integrate use of technology when communicating and managing information to support decision making to improve care for individuals and their families. 11. Integrate the guidelines and responsibilities associated with delegation of nursing care. 12. Integrate measures that promote the development and practice of professional nursing. REQUIRED TEXTS/MATERIALS/SOFTWARE Varcarolis, E. M. Essentials of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, 5th Edition (2023) Elsevier Evolve/Elsevier website access https://evolve.elsevier.com Other required references as stated on RNSG 2213 course modules (including online sites) Recommended References: Kizior, R. J. & Hodgson, B., (current edition) Nursing Drug Handbook. St. Louis: Elsevier- Saunders Pagana, K. D. & Pagana, T.J. Mosby's Diagnostic & Laboratory Test Reference, (current edition). St. Louis: Mosby 2 A completed textbook list located online. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY Instruction will be delivered in-person at designated class time and will be streamed via Blackboard Collaborate. · Lecture · Assigned readings · Small group interactions/presentations · Supplemental learning resources – i.e., links on Blackboard, worksheets, case studies, therapeutic communication analysis ·Critical thinking exercises · Simulation and labs STUDENT TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT Austin Community College provides free, secure drive-up Wi-Fi to students and employees in the parking lots of all campus locations. WiFi can be accessed seven days a week, 7 am to 11 pm. Additional details are available at https://www.austincc.edu/sts. Students who do not have the necessary technology to complete their ACC courses can request to borrow devices from Student Technology Services. Available devices include iPads, webcams, headsets, calculators, etc. Students must be registered for a credit course, Adult Education, or Continuing Education course to be eligible. For more information, including how to request a device, visit http://www.austincc.edu/sts. Student Technology Services offers phone, live-chat, and email-based technical support for students and can provide support on topics such as password resets, accessing or using BlackBoard®, access to technology, etc. GRADING SYSTEM Component 3 examinations Possible Percentage 66% Final Exam 26.5% ATI 7.5% Total 100% Grade Scale: Grade A Percentage 90-100 B 80-89 C 75-79 D 66-74 F 0-65 To successfully complete RNSG 2213, students must achieve 74.5 on the course grade. 0.5 will round up to the next numerical grade and 0.4 will round down to the next lower numerical grade. For example, 91.5 will round to 92, and 91.4 will round down to 91. Rounding will not occur until the averaging of final course grade. 3 Clinical 2160 S (satisfactory) or P (passing) See RNSG 2160 Syllabus for Clinical Info Testing Center Policy When testing onsite (in the nursing testing center): ● Students may not start the exam once another student has completed and exited the exam. ● If the student requests to review the missed questions with the faculty in person, the student must send faculty a request (via email) to review their unit exam within one (1) week of the exam being administered. A student cannot request to review the exam after one (1) week from the date of exam administration. ● Faculty will schedule the exam review within two (2) weeks of the exam review request. ● There will be no remote/virtual exam reviews. If the student wishes to review the exam with faculty, the student must attend the scheduled review face-to-face with faculty. ● Please note: students scoring a grade less than 78% on the exam are encouraged to see the Academic Tutor. Tutor Policy ● See ACC Student Handbook for additional information related to testing and exam review Faculty will post examination scores to the Blackboard® site. Exam Honor Pledge As a student in the Professional Nursing Program at Austin Community College, I understand the importance of maintaining the highest standards in the advancement of my education. Therefore, I pledge on my honor not to compromise my integrity or the integrity of this program by cheating, giving assistance of any kind on this examination, or receiving assistance of any kind on this examination- this includes, but is not limited to, wearing a hoodie or hat, using or providing unauthorized information during exams, using or providing unauthorized materials or devices during exams, and/or utilizing any unauthorized technology like smartwatches, cell phones, or any additional computer/tablet/laptop or similar device. By beginning the exam, I attest to this honor statement. Exam Item Review Any student requesting a review of an examination question may present his/her rationale using the required review form located within BlackBoard® (Course Information tab) within one week following administration of the exam. Basis for the rationale must derive from ACC Professional nursing course textbooks or required learning resources. 4 Under certain circumstances, an instructor may have students take an examination in a testing center. Students using the Academic Testing Center must govern themselves according to the Student Guide for Use of ACC Testing Centers and should read the entire guide before going to take the exam. To request an examination in the ACC Testing Center see Testing Center Policy. ATI CMS TESTING AND REMEDIATION POLICY ATI practice assessment, remediation and CMS testing constitutes 7.5% of the course grade. Please see the ATI Information tab in Blackboard for more information. ATI CMS Exam Absence Policy If a student misses the ATI CMS, the student will be required to complete an ATI CMS Exam at a time determined by the faculty prior to the course end date. COURSE POLICIES ACC Policies and Procedures, Academic Guidelines, Health and Safety, and Emergency Instructions are located on the college website. All specific departmental policies related to the items below are in the current Professional Nursing Student Handbook. Students are required to sign a form acknowledging that they have received and have read all required program documents. Expectations/Requirements: ● Successful completion of RNSG 2213 requires: ● All students must achieve a minimum of 75% on the course grade. ● All students must complete 1 ATI CMS Specialty examination and remediation is encouraged. ● All students must demonstrate basic competency in English reading, writing, oral communication, math, and computer skills. ● All students must purchase my EHR Tutor for use throughout the semester. ● Courses in the Professional Nursing Program build upon each other, all students are held responsible and accountable for the material taught in all previous degree plan courses. ● All students are accountable for the material taught in the corequisite clinical course. ● All students must comply with policies and procedures as outlined in the course syllabus and the Professional Nursing Student Handbook. 5 ● All students are responsible for frequently referring to the BlackBoard® site and ACC email for updates and current assignment information. Attendance/Class Participation Course expectations include regular, punctual class attendance and participation in course activities for the successful attainment of course objectives. Attendance is mandatory for all lab simulation and lab experiences. Any student absent from a lab experience must contact the instructor to arrange for the completion of the course requirements and objectives. If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw the student from the course. In the event, classes are canceled because of weather, pandemic, or other emergencies: The student is responsible for communicating with their professor during the closure and completing any assignments or other activities designated by their professor. Withdrawal Policy It is the responsibility of each student to ensure the removal of his or her name from the roll (class roster) should he or she withdraw from a course. The instructor reserves the right to withdraw a student if necessary. If a student selects to withdraw, he or she should also verify submission of before the Final Withdrawal Date. The Final Withdrawal Date for this semester is April 27, 2026 The student is also strongly encouraged to keep any paperwork in case a problem arises. Students are responsible for understanding the impact that withdrawal from a course may have on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, and international student status. Per state law, students enrolling for the first time in Fall 2007 or later at any public Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a “W”) from more than six courses during their undergraduate college education. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor when making decisions about course selection, course loads, and course withdrawals. Upon withdrawal, a student is required to complete an exit interview with the Department Chair or Assistant Department Chair. At that time, the student is required to return all Program and Agency IDs promptly, along with any equipment or items belonging to the department. Failure to do so may compromise the student’s standing at ACC. Students enrolled in the Professional Nursing program may repeat a course one time, and may only repeat a total of 10 hours in the Professional Nursing curriculum. Exceptions may be made for catastrophic events. The Department Chair makes the final decision. Students who are 6 unsuccessful need to refer to the ACC Professional Nursing Handbook for policy and formal process. Missed Exam and Late Work Policies Missed or Late Work: Level course faculty will determine specific requirements for submission of late assignments. Missed Unit Exam Policy: ● Students must adhere to the testing guidelines listed in the Professional Nursing Student Handbook. Students are expected to be present for all exams. Students arriving more than 15 minutes after the scheduled exam start time will not be allowed to take the test. ● If a student is unable to take a scheduled exam, the student must notify the course leader as soon as possible. ● The grade for the missed exam will be replaced with the final exam score, provided the lead instructor was appropriately notified of the absence. ● Any additional exams missed will result in a grade of zero (0). ● No make-up exams will be given. ● There will be no exam remediation to improve a failing grade The Health Sciences Division Policies and Procedures located in Appendix IV of the student handbook are initiated on the second incidence of a missed unit exam. Final Exam Policy: Attendance at the comprehensive final examination is required and may only be rescheduled in the event of an emergency with the approval of the Department Chair. If a student is unable to attend the final exam, the student must notify the Course Lead within 24 hours before the exam. Under exceptional circumstances, exams may be rescheduled, as approved by the Department Chair. Any exam not taken at the originally scheduled time will be a different version or a new exam. Incompletes For incompletes, please refer to the Professional Nursing Student Handbook and ACC college catalog and college handbook. COURSE OUTLINE/CALENDAR Course calendar available through campus-specific BlackBoard® site. Please note that schedule changes may occur during the semester. Any changes will be announced in class and posted as a BlackBoard® announcement. Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence 7 1. Introduction: In this course, the use of generative AI (GAI) technologies is strictly prohibited to preserve academic integrity and ensure the development of student competencies. 2. Rationale: The prohibition is in place to encourage original thought, manual problem-solving skills, and to maintain equity in educational opportunities and assessments. 3. Definition of GAI: Generative AI refers to artificial intelligence systems that can generate text, images, or other content based on minimal input. This includes chatbots, image generation tools, and code assistants. 4. Usage Permissions: Prohibited: Students are not allowed to use GAI for completing assignments, projects, tests, or any form of assessment in this course. 5. Penalties: Any violation of this policy will result in academic penalties which may include a failing grade for the activity, reporting to academic affairs, and further disciplinary action. 6. Exceptions: Exceptions to this policy will only be made under specific circumstances approved by the instructor, typically where technology is used to accommodate learning differences. COLLEGE POLICIES Health & Safety Protocols Operational areas of ACC campuses and centers are fully open and accessible through all public entrances. The college encourages its staff, faculty, and students to be mindful of the well-being of all individuals on campus. If you feel sick, feverish, or unwell, please do not come to campus. Some important things to remember: ● If you have not done so, ACC encourages all students, faculty, and staff to get vaccinated. COVID-19 vaccines are now widely available throughout the community. Visit Vaccines.gov to find a vaccine location near you. ● Campuses are open to faculty, staff, and students. The college and its departments and offices may invite internal and external guests to their events and activities, though access is still restricted for external parties seeking to host activities at ACC. ● If you are experiencing COVID-19-related symptoms, please get a COVID-19 test as soon as possible before returning to an ACC facility. Testing is now widely available. ● ACC continues to welcome face masks on campus. Per CDC guidelines, face masks remain a good way to protect yourself from COVID-19. ● The college asks that we all continue to respect the personal space of others. We are encouraging 3 feet of social distancing. ● Please be sure to carry your student, faculty, or staff ID badge at all times while on campus. 8 Statement on Academic Integrity Austin Community College values academic integrity in the educational process. Acts of academic dishonesty/misconduct undermine the learning process, present a disadvantage to students who earn credit honestly, and subvert the academic mission of the institution. The potential consequences of fraudulent credentials raise additional concerns for individuals and communities beyond campus who rely on institutions of higher learning to certify students' academic achievements and expect to benefit from the claimed knowledge and skills of their graduates. Students must follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, placement assessments, tests, quizzes, and evaluations. Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, falsifying documents, or the inappropriate use of the college’s information technology resources. Further information is available at the Academic Integrity website. Student Rights & Responsibilities Students at ACC have the same rights and protections under the Constitution of the United States. These rights include freedom of speech, peaceful assembly, petition and association. As members of the community, students have the right to express their own views, but must also take responsibility for according the same rights to others and not interfere or disrupt the learning environment. Students are entitled to fair treatment, are expected to act consistently with the values of the college, and obey local, state, and federal laws. Student Rights & Responsibilities As a student of Austin Community College you are expected to abide by the Student Standards of Conduct. Senate Bill 212 and Title IX Reporting Requirements Under Senate Bill 212 (SB 212), the faculty and all College employees are required to report any information concerning incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking committed by or against an ACC student or employee. Federal Title IX law and College policy also require reporting incidents of sex- and gender-based discrimination and sexual misconduct. This means faculty and non-clinical counseling staff cannot keep confidential information about any such incidents that you share with them. If you would like to talk with someone confidentiality, please contact the District Clinical Counseling Team who can connect you with a clinical counselor on any ACC campus: (512) 223-2616, or to schedule online, go to the Counseling website. While students are not required to report, they are encouraged to contact the Compliance Office for resources and options: Charlene Buckley, District Title IX Officer, (512) 223-7964; compliance@austincc.edu. If a student makes a report to a faculty member, the faculty member will contact the District Title IX Officer for follow-up. Student Complaints 9 A defined process applies to complaints about an instructor or other college employee. You are encouraged to discuss concerns and complaints with college personnel and should expect a timely and appropriate response. When possible, students should first address their concerns through informal conferences with those immediately involved; formal due process is available when informal resolution cannot be achieved. Student complaints may include (but are not limited to) issues regarding classroom instruction, college services and offices on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or disability. Further information about the complaints process, including the form used to submit complaints, is available at the Student Complaint Procedures website. Statement on Privacy The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects confidentiality of students’ educational records. Grades cannot be provided by faculty over the phone, by e-mail, or to a fellow student. Recording Policy To ensure compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), student recording of class lectures or other activities is generally prohibited without the explicit written permission of the instructor and notification of other students enrolled in the class section. Exceptions are made for approved accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Recording of lectures and other class activities may be made by faculty to facilitate instruction, especially for classes taught remotely through BlackBoard or another platform. Participation in such activities implies consent for the student to be recorded during the instructional activity. Such recordings are intended for educational and academic purposes only. Safety Statement Health and safety are of paramount importance in classrooms, laboratories, and field activities. Students are expected to learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies. Emergency Procedures posters and Campus Safety Plans are posted in each classroom and should be reviewed at the beginning of each semester. All incidents (injuries/illness/fire/property damage/near miss) should be immediately reported to the course instructor. Additional information about safety procedures and how to sign up to be notified in case of an emergency can be found at the Emergency Management website. Everyone is expected to conduct themselves professionally with respect and courtesy to all. 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This prohibition applies to property owned by others that the College uses by agreement, and further applies to all College and personal vehicles on ACC District property. Campus Managers and Campus Coordinators are required to inform anyone on their campus or in their center who are violating this rule that they are doing so and, if the violator is a student, the Dean of Student Affairs must initiate disciplinary procedures. Campus Carry The Austin Community College District concealed handgun policy ensures compliance with Section 411.2031 of the Texas Government Code (also known as the Campus Carry Law), while maintaining ACC’s commitment to provide a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Beginning August 1, 2017, individuals who are licensed to carry (LTC) may do so on campus premises except in locations and at activities prohibited by state or federal law, or the college’s concealed handgun policy. 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REQUIRED TEXTS/MATERIALS/SOFTWARE Varcarolis, E. M. Essentials of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, 5th Edition (2023) Elsevier Evolve/Elsevier website access https://evolve.elsevier.com Other required references as stated on RNSG 2213 course modules (including online sites) Recommended References: Kizior, R. J. & Hodgson, B., (current edition) Nursing Drug Handbook. St. Louis: Elsevier- Saunders Pagana, K. D. & Pagana, T.J. Mosby's Diagnostic & Laboratory Test Reference, (current edition). St. Louis: Mosby 2 A completed textbook list located online

Course Description: Principles and concepts of mental health, psychopathology, and treatment modalities related to the nursing care of patients and their families. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. End-of-Course Objectives: Explain the roles of the professional nurse in caring for patients and families experiencing mental health problems; use therapeutic communication; utilize clinical reasoning processes and clinical judgment for providing care to patients and families experiencing mental health problems.

Course Description: Principles and concepts of mental health, psychopathology, and treatment modalities related to the nursing care of patients and their families. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. End-of-Course Objectives: Explain the roles of the professional nurse in caring for patients and families experiencing mental health problems; use therapeutic communication; utilize clinical reasoning processes and clinical judgment for providing care to patients and families experiencing mental health problems.

PREREQUISITES Prerequisites: RNSG 1247 Concepts of Clinical Decision Making Corequisites: RNSG 2160 Mental Health Nursing Clinical Placement: Third semester of the nursing sequence. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES & GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES Upon completion of the course the student will be able to: 1. Utilize clinical reasoning and the nursing process guided by evidence-based practice as a framework for nursing decisions in meeting the health care needs of the patient and family experiencing mental health problems. 2. Integrate the etiology, pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, complications, therapeutic interventions for the patient and family experiencing mental health problems. 3. Integrate the four roles of the professional nurse when providing patient-centered care for the patient and family experiencing mental health problems. 4. Develop teaching plans to assist the patient and family experiencing mental health problems in meeting their needs for health maintenance, promotion, and /or restoration. 5. Integrate legal principles from governing and accrediting agencies and ethical guidelines when planning patient-centered nursing care for the patient with mental health problems. 6. Formulate goals and outcomes that promote quality and a risk free, safe environment for all individuals. 7. Demonstrate competence and safety in the performance of selected nursing skills. 8. Analyze the role of a health care advocate when collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary health team determining resources that facilitate continuity of care, health promotion, maintenance, and restoration. 9. Integrate the principles of therapeutic communication that facilitate interactions with patients and health care members. 10. Integrate use of technology when communicating and managing information to support decision making to improve care for individuals and their families. 11. Integrate the guidelines and responsibilities associated with delegation of nursing care. 12. Integrate measures that promote the development and practice of professional nursing