Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner: Theory II

Catalog description

This didactic course is the second in a three-course series that prepares nurse practitioner students to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care for children from infancy through adolescence in primary care settings. Students will develop advanced skills in diagnosing and managing both common and complex pediatric health conditions, with an emphasis on promoting optimal health outcomes for children and families. The curriculum integrates principles of evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and cultural responsiveness, ensuring care that is equitable and family-centered. Additionally, students will explore quality improvement strategies to enhance safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in pediatric healthcare delivery. Through interactive lectures, case-based learning, and application of current clinical guidelines, students will gain the knowledge and competencies necessary to function as leaders in pediatric primary care.