Description
This course focuses on the therapeutic management of client health problems through application of theory to research-based practice. Emphasis is placed on diagnosis, consultation, collaboration, referral, education, and coordination. The student is expected to utilize advanced practice skills to attain and maintain high levels of nursing performance for self and other members of the nursing staff. Students focus their study, under supervision of a master's prepared nurse, on cardio-vascular, oncology, neurological or other speciality diagnosis area through research, discussion, and selection of clinical site experiences. Seminar and 125 clinical hours per semester, student arranged. (Pass/Fail Practicum)
Note: NP and CNS students will be required to demonstrate competency in Physical Assessment prior to starting each clinical practicum.