NURS-7236 Didactic/Clinical IV: Advanced Practice and Integration

Didactic: Synthesis practicum/concentrated/culminating direct-care clinical experience. In the context of the direct-care environment, demonstrate a system's approach to care. In addition to direct care activities, participate in a culture of provider safety, and systems-focused activities, including committee work, quality improvement, health informatics, lab utilization, patient safety, and outcomes. Focus on both building competencies in the population’s focus area as well as leadership, collaboration, communication, and interprofessional competencies.

Clinic: Engage in an independent role in assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care. Display leadership skills in interdisciplinary team with completion of a capstone project to address a significant mental health issue or practice improvement initiative. Includes 210 direct clinical hours.