NUR 338 - Gerontological Health Practicum

2 credits
Clinical practicum experience focusing on the health care needs of aging adults in long-term care and community-based environments. Application of the scientific nursing process and informatics/technology in simple care situations for the development of patient-centered and evidence-based care plans and the implementation of nursing interventions based upon assessment. Demonstration of leadership, professionalism, communication and teamwork/collaboration as a member of the interdisciplinary care team. Spiritual, professional, intellectual, social and educational domains evaluated throughout. 6 hr clinical.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 225, BIO 255, NUR 305, NUR 315, and concurrent enrollment in NUR 230.