Course | Madison College Outline of Instruction

10-543-188Military Medic RN Clinical Practicum

Course Information

Description

This clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic nursing interventions to groups of patients across the lifespan. It also provides an introduction to leadership, management, and team building.

Total Credits

Course Competencies

Implement one's role as a nurse in ways that reflect integrity, responsibility, ethical practices, and an evolving identity as a nurse committed to caring, advocacy, and quality care while adhering to evidence-based practice

Assessment Strategies

Oral, Written or Performance Assessment

Criteria

you comply with agency and school policies, state laws and industry standards

you treat all individuals with dignity and respect

you protect patient rights (privacy, autonomy, confidentiality)

you practice within the legal and ethical frameworks of nursing

you demonstrate professional behaviors (attendance, appearance, honesty, attitude, acceptance of feedback, punctuality, boundaries, self-reflection etc.)

you accept responsibility and accountability for learning and patient care

you identify evidenced-based standards, policies and procedures that affect quality care

you provide fiscally responsible care
Demonstrate appropriate written, verbal, and nonverbal communication in a variety of clinical contexts

Assessment Strategies

Oral, Written or Performance Assessment

Criteria

you provide accurate information to patients, families and team members

you use therapeutic communication to express respect, patience and sensitivity

you demonstrate appropriate non-verbal communication strategies

you adapt communication strategies based on patients' age, developmental level, disability, and/or culture

you complete documentation according to agency guidelines (format, timing, abbreviations, etc.)

you use appropriate terminology, spelling and grammar in written communications

you evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interactions

you use therapeutic communication techniques to assist patient/families in attaining healthcare goals
Integrate knowledge of social, mathematical, and physical sciences, pharmacology, and disease processes while participating in clinical decision making

Assessment Strategies

Oral, Written or Performance Assessment

Criteria

you apply theoretical knowledge to assist in the care of patients

you maintain a questioning and open mind to consider new approaches, ideas and best practices

you provide rationale for decisions used in the provision of safe, quality care

you perform mathematical calculations correctly

you explain patient medication information including classification, indication, action, dosage, side effects, interactions, compatibilities and nursing implications

you differentiate care across the lifespan

you integrate patients’ health status to assessment findings, medications, laboratory and diagnostic test results, medical and nursing interventions
Provide patient centered care under supervision by participating in the nursing process across diverse populations and healthcare settings

Assessment Strategies

Oral, Written or Performance Assessment

Criteria

you collect assessment data using correct techniques for health assessment and validate findings with instructor

you use effective interview techniques in data collection

you use multiple sources in collecting data

you identify patient support systems

you recognize and report abnormal data and changes in patient condition to the instructor and the nurse

you differentiate between relevant and irrelevant data

you validate basic nursing decisions with instructor

you adapt priorities based on diverse patient care needs

you provide holistic care in an organized and timely manner

you perform nursing skills competently and efficiently

you promote independence in patient self-care activities

you utilize the nursing process and safety principles in the administration of medications and interventions

you use principles of teaching and learning when reinforcing healthcare teaching

you contribute to the development of a care plan for patients with basic needs

you utilize principles of prioritization and delegation in caring for multiple patients

you anticipate changes in health status based upon assessment data

you use critical thinking processes in making patient care decisions
Minimize risk of harm to patients, members of the healthcare team, and self through safe individual performance and participation in system effectiveness

Assessment Strategies

Oral, Written or Performance Assessment

Criteria

you provide safe and effective care

you apply industry standards in protecting patient, self and others from injury, infection, and harm

you plan and implement strategies to promote a safe, effective care environment

you request assistance when needed

you report and take action on potential safety concerns

you use available equipment in accordance with agency policies and procedures

you identify established quality improvement activities
Collaborate as an active member of the multidisciplinary health care team to provide effective patient care throughout the lifespan

Assessment Strategies

Oral, Written or Performance Assessment

Criteria

you incorporate multiple methods of communication

you report complete, accurate, pertinent information to instructor and staff

you convey mutual respect, trust, support, and appreciation for other members of the health care team

you assist others to ensure safe and effective care

you seek information from other healthcare team members

you organize patient care team activities to meet patient needs

you demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changing situations

you contribute to the healthcare team in the provision of patient-centered care

you evaluate the effectiveness of your own role within the team

you apply conflict resolution and problem-solving skills as appropriate

you communicate patient values, preferences, and expressed needs to other members of the healthcare team

you direct tasks in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act
Use information and technology to communicate, manage data, mitigate error, and assist with decision-making

Assessment Strategies

Oral, Written or Performance Assessment

Criteria

you document complete, accurate, pertinent information in a timely manner using electronic or agency standard documentation systems

you incorporate information from professional sources to assist in providing safe patient care

you adhere to security measures to protect the confidentiality of all health information

you use technology to provide quality safe patient care