Part 2: Individualized Practicum Learning Objectives Master of Science in Nursing Refer to the instructions in Week 2 to create individualized practicum learning objectives that meet the requirements

Part 2: Individualized Practicum Learning Objectives
Master of Science in Nursing
Refer to the instructions in Week 2 to create individualized practicum learning objectives that meet the requirements for this course. These objectives should be aligned specifically to your Practicum experience. Your objectives should address your self-assessment of the
skills found in the “PMHNP Clinical Skills Self-Assessment Form” you completed in Week
1.
As you develop your individualized practicum learning objective, be sure to write them
using the SMART format. Use the resources found in Week 2 to guide your development.
Once you review your resources, continue and complete the following. Note: Please make
sure each of your objectives are connected to your self-assessment. Also, consider that
you will need to demonstrate how you are advancing your knowledge in the clinical
specialty.
Objective 1: Improve diagnostic interviewing skills by consistently applying evidence-based
psychiatric assessment tools (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7, Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale) during
patient encounters over the next 8 weeks.
Planned Activities:
• Observe the preceptor conducting psychiatric intake assessments.
• Independently perform at least 5 structured interviews weekly.
• Review and discuss completed assessments with the preceptor for feedback.
Mode of Assessment: (Note: Verification will be documented in Meditrek)
PRAC Course Outcome(s) Addressed:
• Develop professional plans for advanced nursing practice in preparation for the practicum
experience.
• Assess advanced practice nursing skills for strengths and opportunities.
Objective 2: Enhance psychopharmacology knowledge by formulating and presenting medication
management plans for at least 2 patients per week, demonstrating rationale based on current clinical
guidelines.
Planned Activities:
• Review patients’
psychiatric history and current medications.
• Propose evidence-based medication adjustments or initiation plans.
• Discuss rationale with preceptor, incorporating feedback into future cases.
Mode of Assessment: (Note: Verification will be documented in Meditrek)
PRAC Course Outcome(s) Addressed:
• Apply advanced clinical knowledge to assess, diagnose, and manage mental health disorders.
• Integrate evidence-based pharmacological interventions into practice.
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