2020FN1 Community Mental Hlth Nursing (NRSG-455-50)

(RN-BSN) Community Mental Health focuses on the acquisition and application of the theoretical basis for quality, safe, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care in the community for patients experiencing mental health problems. This course focuses on care that is developmentally and culturally appropriate for patients needing mental health interventions. It incorporates critical thinking, quality improvement, collaboration and information technology as they relate to the care of diverse patients in the community mental health system. Integration of standards of practice and legal and ethical responsibilities occur as the self-aware professional nurse examines therapeutic groups in the community. Prerequisite: NRSG 405. 08/26/2020-10/20/2020 Online Days to be Announced, Times to be Announced, Room to be Announced