NP 617 - Primary Care Practicum: Older Adult

Note: Previous course name was NP 611 Family Nurse Practitioner III Clinical for 2011-2012.

Course Learning Objectives
Upon completing this course, the student will be able to do the following:

1.      Successfully complete the required clinical practicum hours as evidenced by completion of clinical logs in the Typhon tracking system and verification by site preceptor.

2.      Meet or exceed the clinical objectives related to the Nurse Practitioner (NP) practice competencies that are defined by the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) as evidenced by successful completion of the clinical evaluation tool at midterm and at the completion of the course.

3.      Document and analyze the synthesis of patient history taking, physical examination, differential diagnoses and evidence-based plans of care for elders and those with chronic complex health care needs as evidenced by successful completion of written assignments.

4.      Exhibit advanced skills in the organized and thoughtful presentation of two formal clinical cases to peers and faculty using oral and visual presentation methods.

5.      Participate in ongoing authentic, collaborative practice of inquiry with self and others as evidenced by substantive participation in online discussions.

6.      Articulate a personal philosophy of Advanced Practice Nursing and apply that philosophy to the analysis of clinical practice differences in the healthcare community.

7.      Analyze the FNP role in health care policy issues that emerge in the clinical practice setting.

8.      Identify opportunities for continuous quality improvement in the clinical setting and apply the Dartmouth Microsystem Improvement Ramp to an observed clinical scenario.

9.      Develop a personal plan for FNP employment including salary negotiations, credentialing and state licensure process to occur upon completion of FNP education. 

 

Credits: 3