Direct Entry Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Clinical

This clinical course focuses on the application of knowledge and implementation of professional nursing practice in caring for individuals with psychiatric illness and mental health needs. The primary focus is promoting mental health and wellness across the lifespan in a variety of settings. Through interprofessional collaboration, students implement evidenced-based practice to provide high quality, safe, cost-sensitive care. Students extend their skills in therapeutic communication, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making to meet the biopsychosocial and cultural needs of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Students demonstrate leadership in providing patient education, advocacy, and transitional care.

Averages use numerical 1–5 ratings, including the ratings submitted with new anonymous reviews.

OrganizationHow well the course was organized

4.61 / 5

ChallengeHow intellectually challenging students found it

4.56 / 5

AttendanceHow necessary attendance was

4.75 / 5

AssignmentsHow helpful assignments were

4.50 / 5