NURS-59700 Nursing Education Scholarly Project

The practicum is a field experience with a scholarly project that synthesizes and applies the essential knowledge for a Master of Science in Nursing. The practicum demonstrates the Lewis University MSN program objectives of (1) exercise leadership in the design and implementation of system changes using theoretical frameworks, analytical skills, and informatics to enhance quality and safety in the healthcare environment, (2) develop collaborative approaches within a transdisciplinary environment to improve health care outcomes, (3) synthesize knowledge to design health promotion and prevention strategies in collaboration with individuals and populations to promote culturally congruent health outcomes across the lifespan, and (4) utilize ethical principles and awareness of health policy and advocacy processes to influence practice. The practicum advances the mission of Lewis University by integrating thoughtfully organized service learning. (300 clock hours of practicum)

Credits

6

Prerequisite

MSN Core Courses; NURS 53700, NURS 54000, NURS 54300, NURS 54500, NURS 54700 and NURS 59200