NU 300 Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts and frameworks of psychiatric and mental health nursing. The course provides an introduction to the assessment and treatment of patients with mental health challenges. Traditional psychotherapeutic and alternative healing methods are discussed. Continuing themes of growth and development across the lifespan including gerontology, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communications, pharmacotherapeutics, client advocacy, teaching, and patient-centered care are explored. Concepts related to social / ethical /legal considerations in relation to this vulnerable population are applied. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, communication, and personal self-awareness and self-growth as well as interprofessional collaboration and communication. Students implement the nursing process and develop beginning-level clinical skills in individual and group recovery focused care at a variety of mental health agencies and with a diverse group of psychiatric clients.