Topic

Notes

Practicum Overview

Revised overall practicum structure, clinical hours and student responsibility. Discussed a practicum activity and how it was aligned to the MSN program outcomes and course objectives.

Action Item

Approved

Practicum Focus Area

Explained the focus area for their project (anxiety management). Evaluated content for relevance to practice and practice applications of evidence-based interventions and patient education strategies.

Action Item

Approved

Planned Practicum Activities

Reviewed planned activities such as patient education, assessment of anxiety symptoms, support of self-care management, and utilization of therapeutic communication techniques.

Action Item

Approved

Documentation and Evaluation

Reviewed expectations for logging practicum hours, documenting activities and evaluating progress towards learning objectives. Talked about current communication with the faculty and preceptor.

Action Item

Approved

Faculty and Preceptor Support

Faculty and preceptor confirmed their availability to provide guidance, feedback and support during the practicum experience.

Action Item

Approved