Emerge as a Skilled Nurse with Baylor

• Elements of Professional Nursing—understand concepts of professional nursing and the role of the nurse as a member of an interprofessional healthcare team.
• The Human Needs Framework—master key elements of nursing practice as it pertains to care of patients and families with a diverse range of needs.
• Clinical Competencies—plan and deliver nursing care for individuals and families at different stages of life – including babies, children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly – with health issues of varying complexity.
• Healthcare Issues and Policy—understand the current issues and factors shaping healthcare on a national and global level and how they impact diverse cultures and communities.

Clinical Placement Services

Work closely with a full-time clinical placement specialist who students will collaborate with to secure a clinical site and preceptor for all clinical rotations. These Coordinators will:

• Provide a nuanced assessment of students’ professional goals to identify a preceptor and an ideal work environment in their local area (e.g. hospitals, community clinics, or private practice).
• Work closely with students to identify academic areas of interest and connect them with clinical expertise that is the best fit.
• Prepare students prior to the practicum by providing a realistic idea of the work that they will be doing and ensuring that they are ready to work independently in a fast-paced environment.