Clinical Elective 2 hrs. This course will provide applications of the science of human caring through comprehensive practice in the discipline of nursing. Six hours of clinical practicum required per week. Care Coordination 2 hrs. This course presents principles of organizations, leadership and management as related to the Science of Human Care Nursing.
Emphasis is on coordination of care for client aggregates and health care personnel.
Students will have the opportunity to apply a variety of management methodologies through selected clinical opportunities. Students will utilize the Science of Human Care Nursing in the provision of nursing care for clients experiencing life threatening situations. Rural Public Health Nursing 5 hrs. The course will provide integration of the Science of Human Care Nursing and public health concepts with a focus on the rural community as client. Emphasis will be placed on health promotion, levels of prevention, principles of epidemiology, population-focused practice, culture, vulnerable populations and community crisis.