NURS 275 - Summer Internship

Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 32

Prerequisite(s): Completion of the first year of an associate degree nursing program or the third year of a Baccalaureate program
Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This Bassett-Delhi 10 week summer nursing internship course allows the nursing student an opportunity to be immersed in the clinical setting. Students will care for patients, perform basic nursing skills and procedures under the direct observation of an agency preceptor and/or faculty. Evidence based nursing practice will be integrated and critical thinking emphasized; including assessment skills, client education, communication techniques, and incorporating essential safety measures. Various professional topics as they relate to clinical practice will be discussed in a forum setting.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Perform evidence based care with various clients using: assessment skills, clinical skills basic pharmacological principles, therapeutic communication, and collaboration with the healthcare team.
Integrate professional issues through journal reflection and project presentation.
Apply principles of client education that promote client wellness.