Description
The practicum experience focuses on application of theoretical and evidence-based foundations to develop the AGACNP role. The acute care nurse practitioner will start to work within the interdisciplinary team across settings to facilitate the patient's return to optimal health. Procedural skill acquisition and interventions for critically ill patients will be introduced. Integration of holistic, culturally sensitive, spiritual care, assessment, diagnosis, planning, management, and education of adult patients and family is included. 3 units = 135 hours of supervised clinical practice with a preceptor. 3 units = 135 hours. Additional clinical fee. Prerequisite: NUR 555, 558, and 560. Pre- or Co- Requisite: NUR 513. Concurrent Requisite: NUR 508. (3 units; As offered & OPS)