NURS 240 - Practicum IV

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 9

Prerequisite(s): NURS 101, NURS 110, NURS 115, NURS 120, NURS 125, BIOL 220, BIOL 225, BIOL 230, ENGL 100 or ENGL 200, PSYC 100
Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): NURS 210 and either NURS 220 or NURS 255

This clinical course emphasizes concepts of care of diverse, complex clients across the lifespan including caring behaviors and interventions, managing care, collaboration, palliation, safety, quality improvement, and informatics. The nursing process is incorporated through this course as a foundation for nursing practice in the development of safe, holistic client care. Evidence based nursing practice will be integrated and critical thinking emphasized; including assessment skills, client education, communication techniques, and incorporating essential safety measures

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Manage the care of the diverse, complex client using assessment, pharmacological principles, therapeutic communication, and collaboration with the healthcare team.
Explore opportunities to improve quality and safety of patient care.
Implement nursing standards of care in delivering safe, effective care to the client in various settings.
Evaluate the impact of education to promote client wellness in various settings.
Demonstrate competency in drug dose calculation and medication administration.
Utilize information and technology to create comprehensive individual plans of care.