NURSE 6738: Psychiatric Mental Health II

Course Description

This course builds on the concepts learned in Psychiatric Mental Health I to further investigate the role of the psychiatric health mental nurse practitioner for the restoration and promotion of mental health. Students will synthesize previously learned strategies into the assessment, diagnosis, and holistic management of individuals with complex mental health needs, including the application of different psychotherapy treatment modalities. Students will gain experience delivering psychotherapy in the provision of patient care within the defined psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner scope of practice.