NURS 620 at Florida International University (FIU) is a three-credit graduate-level course that explores the theories and practices of advanced practice nursing (APN) in the context of primary care.
The course covers a wide range of topics, including:
- The role of the APN in primary care
- The APN-patient relationship
- Advanced assessment and diagnosis
- Evidence-based practice in primary care
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of common primary care conditions
- Interprofessional collaboration in primary care
- Ethical and legal considerations in APN practice
Students in NURS 620 will develop the knowledge and skills they need to provide high-quality, patient-centered primary care to a variety of populations. They will also learn how to lead and mentor other nurses and healthcare professionals in the primary care setting.
The course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing an APN role in primary care, such as a family nurse practitioner or adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner. It is also a valuable course for nurses who want to advance their knowledge and skills in primary care, or who are interested in working with APNs in the primary care setting.
