Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Special Focus Practicum

Catalog description

In this final practicum, students synthesize advanced knowledge into the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) role, transitioning toward greater independence in clinical decision-making related to the diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric disorders across the lifespan. Students apply psychopharmacological, psychotherapeutic, and related interventions under the guidance of preceptors and faculty. Opportunities to refine clinical skills within a chosen practice setting or client population of interest are facilitated to support individualized professional development. Students demonstrate mastery through comprehensive competency-based assessments and participate in structured certification exam preparation activities designed to support readiness for national board certification. Must complete NU 851 , NU 854 , NU865, and 4 or 5 credits of NU 857 (dependent on track) to be eligible to take NU 859 . Prerequisites: Admission to Post-Graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program, or DNP – PMHNP program, NU851, NU854, NU865, NU857, and consent of instructor.