This AGPCNP clinical practicum experience focuses on the comprehensive care of the subacute and long- term care population. Working with approved preceptors in designated subacute and long-term clinical sites, students will complete culturally responsive age and developmentally appropriate focused and comprehensive health assessments, perform health screenings, immunizations and provide health education/ risk reduction strategies. Utilizing evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines, students will focus on assessment, diagnosis, management and evaluation of common acute and stable chronic illness for subacute and long-term care clients. Care of diverse, vulnerable and underserved populations is emphasized. Students are required to function safely in the clinical setting and meet the identified clinical competencies for the subacute and long-term populations with increasing independence and moderate amount of preceptor guidance.
250 hours.
Clinical clearance.