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Cyprus International University
TR

SUMMER INTERNSHIP-III: SURGICAL NURSING

Course
NURS350 - SUMMER INTERNSHIP-III: SURGICAL NURSING
Department
Nursing - English - Undergraduate
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
0
ECTS
3
T+P+L
0 + 0 + 0
Course Coordinator(s)
Asst. Prof. Dr. Serap KORKMAZ
Prerequisite
Keywords

Course Description

The basic aim of the summer internship is to ensure that the students have the necessary knowledge and skills using the lessons they have learned in theory. Internships, which can be a preparation for the professional education of the students, constitute an important part of the curriculum. Surgical diseases nursing summer internship II program, observations of a nurse and clinical practice will be carried out in order to consolidate care information for the surgical diseases in the classes. The surgical diseases seen in the lectures will be able to find the opportunity to be found in clinical settings where applications related to adult and elderly health and problems can be done. It is a four-week program and the practice reports will be submitted to the department management for evaluation. Success evaluation of the course will be enough or insufficient to enter the grading system.

SUMMER INTERNSHIP-III: SURGICAL NURSING

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

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Course outcomes

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Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Demonstrate safe and effective nursing care under supervision, following ethical and legal principles of professional practice.
Week 2 Apply theoretical nursing knowledge to real patient situations across diverse clinical settings and Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, psychological, and social aspects, and accurately document findings.
Week 3 Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans based on patients’ identified needs using evidence-based practice.
Week 4 Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills in interactions with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
Week 5 Collaborate with nurse preceptors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
Week 6 Exhibit professional behavior, accountability, and time management skills throughout all clinical duties and responsibilities
Week 7 Reflect critically on clinical experiences to identify personal strengths, areas for improvement, and strategies for lifelong learning.
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Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 Potter, P. A., Perry, A. G., Stockert, P. A., & Hall, A. (2022). Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care (10th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
  2. 02 Harding, M. M. & Hagler, D. (2024). Conceptual Nursing Care Planning (2nd ed.).
  3. 03 Clement, I. (2023). Textbook of Nursing Management and Leadership (revised edition).
  4. 04 Toney-Butler, T. J. (2023). “Nursing Process” in StatPearls. NCBI Bookshelf (online).

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes

  1. P01 1. Applies foundational nursing knowledge to meet individual, family, and community health needs by providing person-centred care that respects dignity, autonomy, privacy, and informed consent.
  2. P02 2. Applies professional standards and quality management principles by using risk assessment, incident/near-miss reporting, audit/feedback, and continuous improvement to strengthen patient safety.
  3. P03 3. Integrates theoretical and practical knowledge to deliver holistic preventive, curative, and rehabilitative nursing care by demonstrating therapeutic communication, empathy, and culturally safe practice.
  4. P04 4. Delivers evidence-based, high-quality care using health information and communication technologies by documenting accurately, protecting confidentiality/data security, and using clinical technologies safely and appropriately.
  5. P05 5. Identifies, analyses, and addresses healthcare problems by formulating clinical questions, searching and appraising evidence, applying findings to practice, and evaluating outcomes using a systematic, research-informed approach.
  6. P06 6. Manages nursing care by prioritising, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions; escalating concerns appropriately; and demonstrating accountability through accurate documentation and responsible delegation/supervision.
  7. P07 7. Collaborates effectively within interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary teams by sharing timely information, respecting roles, engaging in constructive conflict management, and contributing actively to shared decision-making.
  8. P08 8. Maintains lifelong learning by setting professional development goals, seeking and using feedback, engaging in reflective practice/portfolio work, and updating practice according to current scientific and technological developments.
  9. P09 9. Plans and implements community-oriented projects and health promotion activities by using population data, collaborating with stakeholders, advocating for equitable health, and evaluating the impact of initiatives on community/public health.
  10. P10 10. Upholds ethical principles by maintaining confidentiality, obtaining informed consent, ensuring fairness/non-discrimination, managing professional boundaries, and reporting unethical or unsafe practices according to regulations.
  11. P11 11. Contributes to quality and professional development processes by participating in institutional quality activities , supporting in-field/out-of-field education through mentoring/teaching, and representing the nursing profession appropriately at national and international levels.
  12. P12 12. Communicates professionally in at least one foreign language to access and use international evidence, collaborate with global peers, and provide safe, respectful communication for diverse populations.

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