This course applies the concepts and principles of public health nursing and mental health nursing to the health care of individuals, families, groups and communities. Particular emphasis is given to nursing activities that promote and preserve the health of populations.
Clients represent a continuum of wellness to illness across the lifespan.
Emphasis of the practice experience is on increasing levels of proficiency in making clinical judgments and carrying out related nursing interventions in unstructured settings. Prerequisites Senior level standing in nursing at Saint Joseph College. Other students by permission of the instructor. Implements and evaluates nursing interventions based on assessment. Demonstrates professional communication skills with clients, human service professionals and other community representatives.