NURS6518

An introductory course to the Pediatric APRN specialties. Students will explore the role of the advanced practice pediatric nurse in providing care for individuals, families, and communities in the context of a doctor of nursing practice degree. Students will examine the rich history and development of the advanced pediatric nursing role, including core pediatric health concepts and relevant nursing theories. Students will be introduced to concepts related to professional comportment as it relates to patient engagement, interprofessional collaboration, and the learner role in clinical educational environments.