Course Description

NU 571 ROLE DEVELOPMENT FOR THE PMHNP I   6.0 Credit(s)
This course provides theoretical and clinical content, including 180 supervised required hours of advanced practice psychiatric mental health nursing care across the lifespan with emphasis on late adolescence through adulthood, within a variety of behavioral health settings.  The focus is on clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment decision-making for commonly encountered behavioral health disorders in adults. From the patient interview and assessment to the diagnostic work-up and treatment planning, students learn to apply concepts from prior coursework to understand patients' underlying psychopathological processes and develop differential diagnoses and management plans, including psychopharmacologic treatments and psychotherapeutic modalities. Sociocultural, ethical, and legal considerations are addressed, with the role of the PMHNP as a vital member of the behavioral health team emphasized in providing holistic care.  180 required hours of advanced practice psychiatric mental health nursing care. Prerequisite: Take NU-501, NU-530, NU-550, NU-566, NU-551, NU-603, NU-509ýOR admission to the post-MSN PMHNP certificate program ýAND with approval of PMHNP Program Director
Offered: All Semesters All Years