©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn MSN FNP Practicum Preparation

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Agenda What is a FNP Practicum Course? Practicum Application & Preceptor Profile Practicum Site and Preceptor Time Management Practicum Coordination 2

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn 1 Course Per Session = 2.5 Years 5 MSN Core Courses 5 FNP Courses 5 FNP Practicum Courses 3

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Problem Based Learning Used in FNP courses Weekly case studies progress in three stages –First: Differential diagnosis –Second: Results of physical exam –Third: Documentation of clinical encounter Requires deep, critical thinking –Increased retention of concepts –Application of material to clinical experiences 4

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn What is involved in a FNP Practicum Course? Online Coursework Professor Case studies mimic practicum experiences Complete all assignments via the “classroom” Onsite Practicum Professor & preceptor 125 practicum hours Log practicum hours and experiences in eLogs 5

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Practicum Application 6 Before you can start classes you must identify a practicum site –Preceptor identification is recommended, but not required until 120 days before your first practicum –Identifying a preceptor first may make securing a site easier –Identify site based on your first two practicum courses, NR-511 and NR-601 (family practice or retail clinic) Fill out Practicum Application as instructed by your admissions representative

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Practicum Application (continued) 7 Once application is reviewed and approved, your admissions representative will assist with next steps If you have questions during this process contact your admissions representative

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Preceptor Profile – Recommended but not required for admission to Chamberlain Current Resume or CV Evidence of licensure National board certification 8

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Tips for Finding a Preceptor & Practicum Site Ask those you have professional relationships with if they have recommendations for you –A physician or FNP you know –Your current place of work, or an affiliate facility –Your own family physician Also consider –A retail clinic – 9 Tip: Even if the potential preceptor you approach can’t precept you, chances are they may know someone who can.

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Practicum Site Considerations Each practicum experience focuses on different patient populations. The practicum site and what patient population it serves Even if a site offers the correct patient exposure there still needs to be a preceptor who is willing to precept you and meets the requirements Consider preceptor requirements You will be completing many practicum hours in addition to your typical coursework expectations and other life responsibilities Scheduling and time management 10

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Practicum Site Selection: Focus Should be on Primary Care Ob/Gyn Clinics Pediatric Clinics Retail Clinics Family Practice Primary Care Offices University Health Clinics

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Preceptor Requirements May use NP, MD or DO in all NP must have a minimum of a Master’s degree in Nursing, board certification and 1 year of practice Preceptor license and board certification must be submitted with the Preceptor Profile

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Patient Population Exposure 13

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn NR-511: Differential Diagnosis and Primary Care Practicum Must take place at a family practice or retail clinic Core Focus –Formulating differential diagnoses of individuals within the primary care setting Practicum experiences may include: –Processing client information –Interpreting lab studies –Cardiovascular risk assessment/management 14

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn NR-601: Primary Care of the Maturing and Aged Family Practicum Must take place at a family practice or retail clinic Core Focus –Common health problems and healthcare needs of the middle-aged and older adult –Further develop your skills related to patient education, protocol development, follow-up and referral Practicum experiences may include: –Older adult cognitive/functional ability assessment –Older adult nutritional assessment –Performance of primary care-related skills within scope of preceptor 15

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn NR-602: Primary Care of the Childbearing and Childrearing Family Practicum Core Focus –Healthcare needs of women and families throughout reproductive and childrearing years Practicum experiences may include: –Performing well-woman and well-child exams –STD diagnosis and treatment –Performing full pelvic exams 16

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn NR-603: Advanced Clinical Diagnosis and Practice across the Lifespan Practicum Core Focus –Expand the theoretical and practical knowledge of health assessment principles specific to the role of the FNP Practicum experiences may include: –Health promotion and prevention of illness –Diagnosis and management of health problems across lifespan –Performance of primary care-related skills within scope of preceptor 17

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn NR-661: APN Capstone Practicum Core Focus –Clinical management skills, case studies, chart reviews, and practice critique, with a capstone product evidencing increasing complex clinical management skills Practicum experiences may include: –Performance of primary care-related skills within scope of preceptor Imbedded national certification exam review program –Developed by APEA, Advanced Practice Education Associates 18

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn You may complete your practicums with your current employer as long as … Preceptor is not your direct supervisor Site provides necessary patient exposure Practicum experiences are outside of your typical work area

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Scheduling and Time Management 625 Hours Total practicum hours 125 Hours Per 7* week practicum 18 Hours Average hours per week 20 *Week 8 is not a full week – you must complete practicums during the first 7 weeks

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Why Start So Early? Unplanned situations can occur –Scheduling conflicts with preceptors –Practicum sites not delivering as planned –Trouble finding appropriate patient exposure Clinical Affiliation Agreement –Can take several weeks to months to obtain Practicum Site Requirements 21

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Contacting Sites & Preceptors Be Professional –Sites may evaluate you for future employment Be Prepared –Have your goals, preceptor requirements, practicum requirements, timeframe and expectations clearly outlined These can be found in your FNP Practicum Handbook and Toolkit Be Appreciative 22

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Practicum Coordination Team Approve practicum site and preceptor Secure contract agreement with site Assist with questions and concerns 23

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Practicum Steps to Complete Now & Later Step 1: Identify practicum site Step 2: Complete practicum application (now & later) Step 3: Identify a preceptor and turn in preceptor documentation to your Practicum Coordinator for approval Step 4: Work with your Practicum Coordinator to secure contract with desired practicum site Step 5: Register for and begin your practicums with approved practicum site and preceptor 24

©2016 Chamberlain College of Nursing, LLC. All rights reserved. 0114ccn Thank you! Your assigned practicum coordinator or Your Admissions Representative (if you have not started classes) Student Services Team (if in class): (option 3)