Courses
This course provides the graduate student with a theoretical and practical knowledge for the normal antepartum period. Normal physiology and management skills are emphasized. Pathophysiology is also reviewed when deviations from the normal are encountered.
This course provides the graduate student with a theoretical and practical knowledge for the normal antepartum period. Normal physiology and management skills are emphasized. Pathophysiology is also reviewed when deviations from the normal are encountered.
This module covers the broad scope of prenatal care and includes: the history and physical examination techniques aimed at understanding the normal parameters of pregnancy, and recognizing any deviations from normal in the pregnant woman/family or the fetus; and the physiological, social, emotional, and educational components of antepartum care. Clinical practice includes nurse-midwifery management of the care of the normal antepartum woman/family, screening for high-risk pregnancies, and co-management or referral of high-risk pregnancies.
Clinical experience includes 16-20 hours per week in nurse midwifery management of labor and delivery of childbearing women. Experience on the postpartum ward and in the newborn nursery is obtained in this clinical rotation when intrapartum patients are not available.
This course provides the graduate nurse-midwifery student with a theoretical and practical knowledge of the neonate, breastfeeding, and the postpartum period with an emphasis on the first six weeks. Normal physiology and family centered management skills are emphasized. Students are encouraged to provide care that recognizes and respects the cultural dynamics of the family. Pathophysiology is also covered to familiarize the nurse-midwife with various interventions when deviations from the normal are encountered.
Nurse-Midwifery services provide intensive clinical experience in all areas of nurse-midwifery practice. Direct student teaching is provided by nurse-midwifery preceptors affiliated with the program.
This course addresses issues throughout a woman’s life span in the arena of gynecological well-being. It focuses on the development of a knowledge base that enables us to understand what well-being is for a woman and how this impacts on her health, physically, mentally, emotionally, and culturally. From this perspective we can develop appropriate education to maximize her ability to achieve and maintain her well-being. Topics include health maintenance, gynecologic screening, family planning, and sexuality. The course includes an overview of deviations from well-being that are within the scope of nurse-practitioner and nurse-midwife practice. Information is presented within the construct of the nurse-midwifery/nurse-practitioner management process, which allows for assessment and management of the normal, and intervention/collaboration for complex issues. Concurrent supervised clinical experiences enhance and ground this didactic experience.
The Well Woman Gynecology Module is designed to concentrate on the physical, emotional and educational needs of the essentially healthy woman. It covers a variety of topics including: health maintenance, gynecologic screening, family planning, sexuality and sexual dysfunction, and the late (4-6 week) postpartum period.
This course provides theoretical and practical knowledge for care in the immediate postpartum period and to initiate successful breast feedings. Normal physiology and family centered management skills are emphasized. Pathophysiology is also covered with various interventions when deviations from the normal are encountered.
Didactic presents an understanding of the process of labor, birthing, and immediate postpartum and how this impacts on the mother and baby from a midwifery perspective. Specific focus centers on the midwifery management process, particularly for the normal, with differential diagnosis to determine when intervention/consultation is necessary. Birthing management will be viewed in a variety of settings and cultures. Practical skills for assessment and management will be taught. The course will provide mastery of the core competencies required by ACNM.
Clinical practice includes nurse-midwifery management of the care of the normal intrapartum woman/ newborn/ family and collaboration and/or referral for complex management. Experience on the postpartum ward and in newborn care is obtained in this clinical rotation when intrapartum patients are not available.
The focus of this course is the principles and practice of care of the childbearing woman and her family during the ante- and post-partum periods. The course follows 3 patients of different ages, ethnicities, and social circumstances through their pregnancies and, in so doing, reviews the physical assessment and management of both normal pregnancy and of common complications of pregnancy. In addition to the physiological changes of pregnancy, the psychological issues commonly encountered during prenatal and post-partum care provision are also examined. Topics include management of the pregnant woman through the antepartum period, management of common complaints of pregnancy, diagnosis and management of common complications of pregnancy, basic assessment of fetal growth and development, childbirth preparation, and post-partum care/feeding issues.
Clinical skills preparation is essential before a student enters clinical practicum. A variety of skills relevant to antepartum, well woman gynecology, and intrapartum care are taught and then practiced in simulation settings and peer practice.
Clinical skills preparation is essential before a student enters clinical practicum. A variety of skills relevant to intrapartum, newborn, and postpartum care are taught and then practiced in simulation settings and peer practice.
This course focusses on health promotion, prevention, advanced clinical assessment, and management of pregnancy and breastfeeding in the antepartum and postpartum ambulatory care settings.
This course provides continuing pre-clinical nurse midwifery students with opportunities to expand and deepen their experience supporting women and families in labor. The course includes a year-long practicum during which the student provides midwife-supervised labor support at a public NYC hospital.
This diagnosis and management course will focus on each physiologic system and include unique characteristics relevant to midwifery care throughout the lifespan. Complex health concerns will be included in the context of consultation, collaborative management and/or referral to specialists. The course will reinforce appropriate standards and scope of midwifery practice with a critical analysis of social and political influences on health care including the effects of racism and gender bias on a person’s health.
This diagnosis and management course will focus on each physiologic system and include unique characteristics relevant to women’s health throughout the lifespan adolescence to old age. Complex health concerns will be included in the context of consultation, collaborative management and/or referral to specialists. The course will reinforce appropriate standards and scope of midwifery practice within a critical analysis of social and political influences on women’s health care including institutional racism. Identify strategies to close gaps in evidence in order to improve diagnosis and management of women’s health systems.
This course will introduce the student to the epistemology and scholarship of practice and to lifelong learning. Using the DNP Competencies in Comprehensive Care as the framework, students will analyze clinical decision-making and utilization of evidence for best clinical practices in a variety of reproductive health settings. Individual plans for guided study will be mapped for each student. Clinical review and discussion of interesting, complex cases from the practice environment will facilitate the students’ development of the knowledge base and skills essential to the role of the nurse midwife.
This course explores complex issues when a woman's health is potentially challenged. It teaches appropriate screening and assessment for a range of health issues that will be encountered in health settings. The course will enable nurse-midwives and nurse-practitioners to identify when consultation, collaborative management, or referral to specialists is needed. It reviews scope of practice issues and how to maintain continuity of care, in culturally appropriate forms, when specialized management is needed.
This course is a continuation of Seminar I. Using the DNP Competencies in Comprehensive Care as the framework, students will analyze clinical decision-making and utilization of evidence for best clinical practices in the inpatient setting. Clinical appraisal and critique of challenging cases from the practice environment will facilitate the students’ application of the knowledge base and skills essential to the role of the nurse midwife.
Utilizing a systems approach, the diagnosis and management of problems encountered in Primary Care are studied. Topics selected for study include cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, endocrine, respiratory, and hematology. The identification and management of clinical problems are emphasized. The role of the nurse practitioner in a collaborative model is discussed.
Utilizing a systems approach, the diagnosis and management of problems encountered in Primary Care are studied. Among the selected systems for study are neurological, dermatological, musculoskeletal, ophthalmological, psychological, and immunological. Upon completion of this course, the student will apply a systematic approach to the diagnosis and management of selected health problems.
This course covers the broad scope of prenatal care and includes: History and physical examination techniques aimed at understanding the normal parameters of pregnancy, and recognizing any deviations from normal in the pregnant woman/family or the fetus. Physiological, social, emotional, and educational components of antepartum care.
This course covers the broad scope of preconception, prenatal, and postnatal care including theoretical and practical knowledge for the essentially uncomplicated childbearing period. Routine care, risk assessment, and commonly encountered complications will be reviewed with a strong focus on the physiological, social, emotional, and educational components of preconception, prenatal, and postnatal care.
This independent study in PMH is designed to provide an opportunity for students to be mentored in their exploration of a topic of their choice in the area of psychiatry. Students are required to develop a focus for their study, followed by a thesis statement, outline, and literature review. Students may present an annotated literature review or a brief paper (3-5 pages) as their completed project.
This is a year-long elective course sequence required for Behavioral Health Workforce Education Training (BHWET) interns. The purpose of the seminar is to provide students with enriched educational, training and career development opportunities focused on interprofessional practice, assessment of violence and trauma focused cognitive behavioral techniques. Over the course these 3 semesters, students will gain proficiency in evidence-based methods of trauma informed care, understanding the short and long term consequences of violence and other forms of trauma, and assess for the impact of trauma on well-being and rehabilitation. Didactic, experiential, and simulation training will be made available to enhance participation and learning. Students will gain an understanding of the role of the interprofessional behavioral health team and their individual contributions and therapeutic modalities. At the end of the course sequence, students will be prepared to meet behavioral health needs in varied settings across the life span.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the role of the nurse practitioner as a provider of community centered family primary care. The focus will be on health maintenance and illness prevention.
This required course is designed to prepare the advanced practice student to provide primary care to individuals through the lifespan. Utilizing lectures and case presentations the role of the FNP in the diagnosis and management of commonly encountered illnesses are studied.
This required course is designed to further develop the role of the advanced practice student, in the provision of primary care to individuals, families, and communities through the life span in a variety of clinical settings. Utilizing case presentations, the role of the FNP in the diagnosis and management of commonly encountered illnesses are studied. A formal clinical presentation will be required.
This course is an introduction to family theory. It introduces the student to a new epistemology, one in which the central concepts stress a view of causality that is circular, rather than linear. Concepts of the family as a system and theoretical models upon which to base clinical practice will be discussed. The course will apply family systems concepts and methods to problems related to health and illness faced by families.
This clinical practice course is designed for students to develop clinical skills in family therapy based on Structural, Bowenian and Multicontextual Family Therapy models. It consists of clinical practice and supervision.
The clinical practicum is designed to prepare the students to provide primary health care for patients, families, and communities in a variety of settings. Initially, the student will obtain complete histories, and perform physical examinations and developmental assessments. Subsequently, the student will focus on the recognition and management of common problems. The clinical experience will familiarize the student with age-appropriate physical, cognitive, and emotional development as well as routine and episodic care. The goal of the practicum is to prepare the students for the delivery of family focused primary care.
This required course is designed to further develop the role of advanced practice student, in the provision of primary care to individuals, families, and communities through the life span in a variety of clinical settings. Utilizing case presentations, the role of the FNP in the diagnosis and management of commonly encountered illnesses are studied. A formal clinical presentation will be required.
Utilizing a background in basic physical assessment, advanced practice nursing students apply the didactic content introduced in N8786 to this clinical practicum. Advanced physical assessment skills and the identification of abnormalities in the physical exam and appropriate documentation are emphasized with a focus on the ability to integrate systems appropriately. The complete pelvic exam is included. As well as complete male genital exam.
This course focuses on an integrated systems approach, including Structural, Bowenian, and the Multicontextual Frameworks and is designed to assist the student in integrating the theoretical and practical aspects of the systems approach to treating families. The course will review the basic issues involved in psychiatric diagnosis and abnormal psychopathology from a systems perspective. Videotape review, didactic materials, class presentation, and discussion will provide a comprehensive theoretical basis for the understanding and development of more advanced clinical skills.
This course will introduce the student to the epistemology and scholarship of practice and to lifelong learning. Using the DNP Competencies in Comprehensive Care as the framework, students will analyze clinical decision-making and utilization of evidence for best clinical practices in a variety of mental health settings. Individual plans for guided study will be mapped for each student. Clinical review and discussion of interesting, complex cases from the practice environment will facilitate the students’ development of the knowledge base and skills essential to the role of the psychiatric nurse practitioner.
This course is a continuation of Seminar I. Using the DNP Competencies in Comprehensive Care as the framework, students will analyze clinical decision-making and utilization of evidence for best clinical practices in a variety of mental health settings. Clinical appraisal and critique of challenging cases from the practice environment will facilitate the students’ application of the knowledge base and skills essential to the role of the psychiatric nurse practitioner.
This seminar course is designed to increase the student's understanding of the key concepts, the dynamics, and development of psychotherapy groups. Students are encouraged to explore the theoretical issues inherent in group practice and their relationship to psychiatric nursing theory and practice. Finally, students will address the developmental needs of clients as they relate to the group experience.
One to two patients are assigned according to the student's needs for a learning experience. Students arrange for clinical contact with the assigned patients at least weekly and more often if required. The student is responsible for assessing the biophysical, psychosocial, cultural, cognitive, and spiritual dimensions of the patients and planning appropriate interventions.
One to two (1-2) patients are assigned according to the student's needs for a learning experience. Students arrange for clinical contact with the assigned patients at least weekly and more often if required. The student is responsible for assessing the biophysical, psychosocial, cultural, cognitive and spiritual dimensions of the patients and planning appropriate interventions.
One to two (1-2) clients are assigned according to the student's needs for a learning experience. Students arrange for clinical contact with the assigned clients. Based upon evaluation, the student selects and utilizes appropriate therapeutic interventions that she/he evaluates in terms of the client's responses. The student is responsible to work on termination issues with the client.
The student participates as a leader or co-leader in a psychotherapeutic group of 10-12 sessions. Weekly clinical supervision is focused on group dynamics and development.
This course is designed to integrate foundation skills and strengthen the student’s clinical practice in a variety of psychiatric mental health settings. The seminar will enhance the student practicum experience by exposing the students to a variety of research and practice topics important to the discipline as well as clinical review of interesting complex cases from the practice environment. The student will develop a knowledge base and skills essential to the role of the psychiatric nurse practitioner.
This course is designed to integrate foundation skills and strengthen the student’s clinical practice in a variety of psychiatric mental health settings. The seminar will enhance the student practicum experience by exposing the students to a variety of research and practice topics important to the discipline as well as clinical review of interesting complex cases from the practice environment. The student will develop a knowledge base and skills essential to the role of the psychiatric nurse practitioner.
This course is designed to integrate foundation skills and strengthen the student's clinical practice in a variety of psychiatric mental health settings. The practicum is the first of two consecutive courses. Expectations of the clinical experience are direct patient contact (assessment, diagnosis, and treatment including medication management) and therapeutic interaction with staff, families, and systems. The student will develop a knowledge base and skills essential to the role of the advanced practice psychiatric nurse practitioner. Details of the practicum will be coordinated with the agency by faculty in line with courses objectives, agency objectives, and student education goals.
This course is designed to advance the student's clinical practice with patients in a variety of psychiatric mental health settings. The practicum is the second of two consecutive courses. Expectations of this clinical experience are direct patient contact, therapeutic interaction with staff, families, and systems, as well as medication management. The student will function in the role of the advanced practice psychiatric nurse practitioner. Details of the practicum will be coordinated with the student, preceptor/agency, and faculty based upon course objectives, clinical objectives, and student educational goals.