RBSN 4613 - Community Public Health Nursing (clinical experience required)

This course is focused on engaging the student in care of community and global populations through the application of knowledge and nursing skills. The focus will be on population-care, community assessment, concepts of health promotion, disease prevention and management of complex issues in the provision of care for culturally diverse populations within the community setting. This course requires clinical experiences in community or public health settings, community health centers, local health departments, churches, and community service organizations. Students will be responsible for locating a preceptor in his/her local community and working with LETU nursing faculty to establish a clinical affiliation agreement. Class 3.