Nursing 369C

I.    Course Title: Clinical Practicum for ABSN II

II.    Course Number: NURS 369C

III.    Credit Hours: 4 credits

IV.    Prerequisites: NURS 354, NURS 358C

        Corequisites: NURS 334, NURS 336, NURS 361

V.    Course Description:

During this practicum, students participate in clinical experiences that complement the accompanying nursing theory courses.  Students reach the supervised level of clinical performance.

VI.    Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this clinical practicum, the student will be able to perform the following objectives at the supervised level.

  1. Provide safe, quality patient-centered care while integrating cultural competence, and evidence-based practice.
  2. Integrate knowledge and skills in informatics and patient care technology into the delivery of patient-centered care. 
  3. Demonstrate skills in leadership, quality improvement, and patient safety to provide high quality care within interprofessional teams.
  4. Incorporate strategies to improve and promote individual, family, and population health in a variety of healthcare settings.
  5. Examine the impact of socio-cultural, legal, economic, regulatory, and political factors influencing healthcare delivery and practice.
  6. Demonstrate a commitment to professionalism, professional values, and lifelong learning.

VII.    Date of Syllabus Approval:  4-13-12