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 Graduate Clinical Experiences.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care (MSN/DNP Program)

PNP Advanced Practicum I (NURS 5911) 135 Clinical Hours
Spring 2026

Clinical Setting: Primary care pediatrics  Population: Infants, children, adolescents Role & Focus: Graduate Pediatric Nurse Practitioner student completing supervised primary care clinical experiences. The focus of this practicum is the application of advanced assessment and clinical reasoning skills developed in foundational graduate coursework to the care of pediatric patients across the lifespan. Clinical responsibilities progress throughout the semester from structured observation to active participation in patient care, including data collection, physical examination, documentation, and care planning under preceptor supervision. Emphasis is placed on preventive care, acute concerns, developmental surveillance, and family-centered primary care within an interdisciplinary clinical environment. Key Learning Objectives: Systematically collect comprehensive pediatric patient data by integrating medical history, psychosocial factors, and routine screening assessments during preventive and acute care visits. Perform age-appropriate pediatric physical examinations and accurately distinguish between typical and atypical findings. Analyze and apply universal and selective screening tools based on developmental stage, risk factors, and clinical context. Document patient encounters using a standardized, organized approach to effectively communicate integrated subjective and objective findings. Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members through professional communication that supports patient safety and coordinated care. Establish ethical, professional relationships with pediatric patients and their families to support shared decision-making and person-centered care.​

COMING SOON... SPRING 2027:

NURS 5914 PNP Advanced Practicum IV: 135 clinical hours 

COMING SOON... SUMMER 2026:

NURS 5912 PNP Advanced Practicum II: 135 clinical hours 

COMING SOON... FALL 2026:

NURS 5913 PNP Advanced Practicum III: 135 clinical hours 

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DNP Clinical Project Hours.

COMING SOON... FALL 2027:

NURS 8020 DNP Project Prep: 45 clinical hours 

COMING SOON... SPRING 2028:

NURS 8030 DNP Project I: 180 clinical hours 

COMING SOON... SUMMER 2028:

NURS 8040 DNP Project II: 135 clinical hours 

COMING SOON... FALL 2028:

NURS 8030 DNP Project III: 180 clinical hours 

Marissa Young, RN
PNP-PC / DNP Student
Pediatric Health Policy • Evidence-Based Practice • Equity

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