NURS 109 - Practical Nursing Capstone Lab/Clinical

(ECEC and TP/SS only)

Illustrates and reinforces the concepts discussed in NURS 108. Skills learning focuses on nursing needs of acute care populations, with a focus on assessment, safety, and implementation of integrated care plans. The course consists of 100 laboratory and clinical hours. Clinical/health requirements of hosting facilities include American Heart Association BLS CPR, physical exam, background check, drug/ alcohol screening, and immunizations. PREREQUISITE(S): NURS 113, NURS 114, NURS 121. COREQUISITE(S): NURS 108. Three hours lab and four hours clinical each week.

2 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Analyze growth and development milestones to assess pediatric patients’ progress and identify deviations for intervention.
Evaluate patient behavior and mental status to recognize signs of mental health problems and formulate appropriate care plans.
Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions based on pathophysiological, nutritional, and pharmacological considerations, ensuring quality care for patients with medical/surgical conditions.
Provide developmentally appropriate care and education to pediatric patients and their families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention.
Establish therapeutic relationships with mental health patients, demonstrating empathy and understanding while promoting patient autonomy and self-care.
Demonstrate caring communication skills and cultural sensitivity when contributing to the plan of care for adult patients.
Provide health care information and reinforce established teaching plans for patients.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients across the lifespan and care continuum.
Use technology to access electronic health records and evidence-based practices, enhancing communication and information sharing among healthcare providers.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of technology and informatics in the healthcare setting contributing to efficient and accurate healthcare.
Implement safety measures to prevent falls and injuries and maintain a safe environment for patients and healthcare personnel.
Contribute to the protection of patients and healthcare personnel from health and environmental hazards, maintaining a safe and healthy medical/surgical environment.
Implement national patient safety goals and safe nursing practices in the clinical setting.

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