HSHS-516 School Nursing I Practicum
This practicum provides the clinical experience for students to function in the role of the school nurse. The student is mentored by a certified school nurse and functions in the role of health care provider, health educator, health counselor, child advocate, administrator and member of an interdisciplinary school team. Emphasis is on the ability to provide a comprehensive health program. Decision making strategies and the applications of critical processes underlying school nursing practice are implemented.