Psychiatric and Community Mental Health Nursing (Clinical) ((2))

Catalog description

The course introduces behavioral health nursing specific concepts and reinforces previously acquired knowledge and skills in nursing care for diverse patients in acute and community behavioral health settings with a focus on pediatric through adult populations. Student clinical experiences include implementation of the CSUB Conceptual Model, and clinical judgment model in the care of individuals, families, and populations with behavioral health problems. Students integrate physiological, psychosocial, cultural, ethical, legal, and spiritual concepts in providing care to individuals, families and groups. Emphasis is placed on nursing interventions and collaborative practice directed toward promotion of behavioral wellness and evaluation of the results of behavioral health interventions. Students enhance core clinical reasoning and judgment abilities to identify and interpret cues, establish priorities, implement interventions, and evaluate outcomes using evidence-based practice principles. Students continue to develop self-reflection and self-care strategies to support personal well-being and professional practice.