Developing Innovative On-Campus Intensives to Enhance Distance-Based Nurse Practitioner Programs.
Journal Article
Background
The delivery of higher education has changed dramatically in recent years due to the shift toward distance learning, resulting in a need for creative education delivery methods. This article describes the implementation of on-campus intensives (OCIs) within a revised curricular framework for nurse practitioner (NP) students. Sequential OCIs are designed to promote role transition and professional and clinical development throughout the NP student's coursework.Method
The OCIs were established using a core curriculum framework. The development of the OCIs was an extensive process that requires widespread collaboration between faculty and staff.Results
The OCIs have been successfully implemented over multiple semesters. Faculty, staff, and students have suggested benefits along with opportunities for improvement.Conclusion
The OCI experiences promote engagement, clinical competency, and professional development to prepare NP students to lead in today's complex and evolving health care system. [J Nurs Educ. 2019;58(9):543-547.].Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Padilla, BI; Rende, EK; Kreider, KE
Published Date
- September 2019
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 58 / 9
Start / End Page
- 543 - 547
PubMed ID
- 31461524
Pubmed Central ID
- 31461524
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1938-2421
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0148-4834
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.3928/01484834-20190819-09
Language
- eng