Post-Graduate Certificate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Post-Graduate Certificate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP PGC)

38 Credits

POST-GRADUATE CERTIFICATE • 38 CREDITS • PMHNP PGC

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program focuses on a comprehensive approach to care for patients with mental health conditions across the lifespan. Graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner students will be prepared to assume leadership roles for targeted populations in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners are prepared to provide holistic care to individuals with acute and chronic mental health conditions, with or without comorbid conditions, by providing assessment, diagnosis, pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies, and utilization of interprofessional team approaches.

Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be eligible to seek certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC). Following successful certification, the graduate applies to the Department of Professional Regulation for licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) for practice in their state.

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Advanced Nursing Core		9 Credits
NURS601	MSN Orientation Seminar This seminar is required in the first semester of acceptance to the College of Health Professions MSN program. The program expectations and the MSN Student Handbook will be reviewed. Students in this course must register and complete the required Criminal Background Check (CBC) and Drug Screen (DS). Note: This course is graded on a Pass/Fail basis. If the CBC/DS portion of the class is not completed in the specified time frame, a failing grade will be given for the course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.	0
NURS735	Advanced Pathophysiology Alterations of various physiological systems, etiology and clinical manifestations of commonly occurring health problems across the life span are discussed. In-depth case analysis of risk factors, pathophysiological changes, and associated signs and symptoms, relevant theories, research, and evidence-based findings are discussed as a basis for advanced practice nursing. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSN program	3
NURS738	Advanced Pharmacology The course focuses on the use of pharmacotherapeutic agents to manage health problems. Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drug categories, as well as evidence-based findings, are discussed as a basis for prescribing and monitoring pharmaceutical and alternative therapeutic agents for the prevention and treatment of commonly occurring acute and chronic illnesses. Ethical, legal, and risk-management issues are discussed. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSN program	3
NURS740	Advanced Health Assessment This course focuses on the development of advanced practice nursing skills in health assessment for clients across the life span. Relevant concepts, theories, research, and evidence-based findings on prevention and early detection of risk factors and disease are emphasized. Critical thinking, diagnostic reasoning and communication skills are developed through case scenarios, simulated experiences, and clinical experiences as appropriate. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS740 and NURS740V Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSN program	2
NURS740V	Advanced Health Assessment Lab This course focuses on the development of advanced practice nursing skills in health assessment for clients across the life span. Relevant concepts, theories, research, and evidence-based findings on prevention and early detection of risk factors and disease are emphasized. Critical thinking, diagnostic reasoning and communication skills are developed through case scenarios, simulated experiences, and clinical experiences as appropriate. Note: The lab portion designated with a ‘V’ will be taught in a virtual format. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS740 and NURS740V Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSN program	1

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Concentration		28 Credits
NRPY710	Mental Health Diagnosis This course prepares students to apply advanced concepts in assessment and diagnosis of mental health conditions. Topics include the clinical signs and symptoms of psychiatric conditions, differentiation of medical and mental health conditions, and pertinent diagnostic tests and laboratory values. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual Fifth edition (DSM-V) will be used as a tool for learning differential diagnosis of mental health conditions. A holistic and patient-centered approach to assessment and diagnosis will be emphasized. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): NURS738 and NURS670 Prerequisite(s): NURS601, NURS600, NURS735, NURS740, NURS740V	3
NRPY725	Neuropsychopharmacology This course prepares students to prescribe psychopharmacotherapeutic agents for symptomatic treatment of mental health conditions. Neurobiological processes are explored as the foundation for choosing pharmacological therapies. Evidence-based decision making is emphasized for safe prescribing and monitoring pharmaceutical and complementary-alternative therapeutic agents for the prevention and treatment of commonly occurring acute and chronic mental health disorders, across the lifespan. Ethical, legal, and risk-management issues are discussed. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): NURS738 Prerequisite(s): NURS735, NURS740, NURS740V, NRPY710	3
NRPY732	Psychotherapeutic Modalities This course focuses on the theoretical foundation of advanced practice nursing management of patients with common mental health alterations across the lifespan. Advanced assessment including biological, developmental, behavioral, psychosocial, familial/cultural and genetic considerations, are promoted in the development of a differential diagnosis and treatment plan. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based treatment strategies, based on current clinical practice guidelines. Complex health conditions will also be explored as relevant comorbidities. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): NRPY733C Prerequisite(s): NRPY710 and NRPY725	2
NRPY733C	Mental Health Nursing Clin I This course focuses on the clinical foundation of advanced practice nursing management of patients with mental health alterations across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on advanced assessment and diagnosis according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders (DSM-V). Application of theoretical knowledge of pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic, psychotherapy and other treatment strategies in the development of an evidence-based, age-appropriate treatment plan is promoted. Experiences are provided in clinical decision making and implementation of treatment in a variety of mental health settings. Note: Any unexcused non-attendance or dismissal from an internship, practicum, clinical or fieldwork experience will result in a grade of F. NRPY733C requires 180 hours at a clinical site. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): NRPY732 Prerequisite(s): NRPY710 and NRPY725	4
NRPY746	Pediatric Mental Health This course focuses on the theoretical foundation of advanced practice nursing management of pediatric patients with common acute or chronic mental health disorders. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based treatment strategies, based on current clinical practice guidelines for infants through young adults. Advanced assessment, including biological, developmental, behavioral, psychosocial, cultural and genetic considerations, is promoted in the development of a differential diagnosis and treatment plan. Relevant health promotion concepts are explored. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): NRPY747C Prerequisite(s): NRPY732	3
NRPY747C	Mental Health Nursing Clin II This course focuses on progressive development of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner competencies in management of patients with mental health alterations across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on advanced competency development in performing advanced assessment, determining a differential diagnosis, and developing a treatment plan, utilizing the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders (DSM-V) and other evidence-based clinical practice guidelines. Experiences are provided in clinical decision making and implementation of treatment in a variety of mental health settings. Note: Any unexcused non-attendance or dismissal from an internship, practicum, clinical or fieldwork experience will result in a grade of F. NRPY747C requires 180 hours at a clinical site. Additional course fee(s) apply. Co-requisite(s): NRPY746 Prerequisite(s): NRPY733C	4
NRPY763	Geropsychiatry	2
NRPY774	Mental Health Lifespan This course prepares the nurse to plan and deliver psychotherapy to patients with mental health alterations across the lifespan, in the context of the advanced practice nursing role. Theoretical frameworks for various psychotherapy and integrative modalities are included. Therapeutic communication, individual, and group therapy methods are emphasized. Interprofessional collaboration for a patient-centered and evidence-based approach is promoted. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): NRPY775C and NRPY799 Prerequisite(s): NRPY746 and NRPY763	3
NRPY775C	Mental Health Nursing Clin III This course focuses on progressive development and evaluation of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner competencies in management of patients with mental health alterations across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on advanced competency demonstration in performing advanced assessment, determining a differential diagnosis and developing a treatment plan, utilizing the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders (DSM-V) and other evidence-based clinical practice guidelines. Experiences are provided in clinical decision making and implementation of treatment in a variety of mental health settings. Note: Any unexcused non-attendance or dismissal from an internship, practicum, clinical or fieldwork experience will result in a grade of F. NRPY775C requires 180 hours at a clinical site. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): NRPY774 and NRPY799 Prerequisite(s): NRPY747C	4

Capstone		1 Credits
NRPY799	Mental Health Capstone This course is the final synthesis of the theoretical and clinical basis for advanced practice nursing care in the management of patients with psychiatric and mental health alterations. The principles and methodologies inherent in the conduct of evidence-based research and practice to design and implement a special clinical research project is included. The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) practice areas of licensing, credentialing and legal issues are discussed. A review in preparation of board certification will be provided. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): NURS640 and Data Collection	1

Post-Graduate Certificate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP PGC)

Which class should I take? When should I take it?

Advanced Nursing Core

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Concentration

Capstone