NSG6340: Practicum III: Adult Health - Primary Care

This course culminates the student's role as the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner through didactic and clinical experiences. Students continue to work with their approved local mentor and refine their practice of the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner professional role. Emphasis is placed on diverse clinical experiences that build upon the student's knowledge base. Clinical experiences may include practice with specialty practices in addition to the focus on primary care. The student's level of function becomes more independent in practice. Using a seminar approach, students and faculty will analyze and evaluate these experiences based upon human diversity and social issues. This is an experience for Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner students. Mentoring, coaching and precepting are provided by approved providers. A minimum grade of B is required to successfully complete this course. Learners must successfully complete all aspects of the practicum, or they must repeat all components of the course.