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NURS 358C

I.    Course Title: Clinical Practicum for ABSN I

II.    Course Number: NURS 358C

III.    Credit Hours:
4 credits

IV.    Prerequisites: NURS 300

        Corequisites: NURS 354

V.    Course Description:

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

VI.    Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this clinical practicum, the student will perform the following objectives at the novice 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:  2-12-10 ,

          Revised 12-7-12