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You have taken the first step toward earning your graduate degree or post-graduate FNP certificate in nursing. Learning is life-long process, and we are pleased that you have chosen the nursing program at Governors State University (GovState) as the place to continue your education. GovState has been a leader in quality affordable nursing education for over 4 years. GovState graduates are found in a variety of health care settings and are making significant contributions throughout the state of Illinois and beyond.  \nPlease consult the most recent Governors State University Catalog for additional information regarding the university, its programs, courses, and faculty. Also, you should obtain a copy of the Student Handbook. It is available from the Admissions or Student Development Offices, or [online at ](online at www.govst.edu/handbook)[www.govst.edu/handbook](online at www.govst.edu/handbook).  \nThe right is reserved to change tuition and fees, to add or delete courses, to revise instructional assignments, or to change regulations, requirements, or procedures where such changes are thought to be in the best interests of the  \nPublication Date 2018  \nRevision dates: June 2023, July 2024, December 2025, May 2026.  \nWELCOME  \nCongratulations on progressing to the clinical practicum/residency phase of your graduate nursing program at Governors State University (GSU) . This phase integrates academic learning with clinical practice.  \nPurpose of the Handbook  \nThis handbook provides essential information regarding clinical requirements, policies, procedures, and expectations for students, faculty, and preceptors.  \nProgram Overview  \nGSU nursing programs emphasize evidence-based practice, clinical competency, and professional development aligned with accreditation standards.  \nTable of Contents  \nI. Introduction  \nWelcome ................................................................................. 3  \nPurpose of the Handbook ......................................................... 3  \nTable of Contents .................................................................. 4-6  \nII. Clinical Practicum Courses (7-9) Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) ............................................... 7  \nNursing Executive & Innovative Leadership (NEIL) ................. 7  \nFamily Nurse Practitioner (FNP) / Post-Master's Certificate .... 7 Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) ......................................... 8-9  \nIII. Program Learning Outcomes & Competencies End-of-Program Student Learning Outcomes (10-11) MSN Student Learning Outcomes .......................................... 10  \nDNP Student Learning Outcomes .......................................... 11  \nRole-Specific Competencies (12-15)  \nEnd-of-Program Outcomes and Role-Specific Competencies .... 12-15  \nIV. Clinical Placement Process (16-18) Securing a Clinical Site ...................................................... 16  \nPreparation for Clinical ...................................................... 17  \nCastleBranch Required Documents ....................................... 17  \nMandatory Practicum Course/Clinical Documentation ............ 18  \nV. Preceptor Qualifications & Responsibilities (19-20) Preceptor Qualifications Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) ............................................ 19  \nClinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) ............................................. 19  \nNursing Executive & Innovative Leadership (NEIL) ................. 19  \nDoctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) ......................................... 19  \nPost-Graduate Certification ................................................. 19  \nPreceptor & Student Expectations Preceptor Interview ............................................................ 20  \nResponsibilities of the Preceptor .......................................... 20  \nResponsibilities of the Student ............","cbCaigfrqqvaP8ZN","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaigfrqqvaP8ZN","pdf",4839773,204,"English","# Introduction\n## Welcome\n## Purpose of the Handbook\n## Table of Contents\n# Clinical Practicum Courses\n## Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)\n## Nursing Executive & Innovative Leadership (NEIL)\n## Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) / Post-Master's Certificate\n## Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)\n# Program Learning Outcomes & Competencies\n## End-of-Program Student Learning Outcomes (MSN, DNP)\n## Role-Specific Competencies\n# Clinical Placement Process\n## Securing a Clinical Site\n## Preparation for Clinical\n## CastleBranch Required Documents\n# Preceptor Qualifications & Responsibilities\n## Preceptor Interview\n## Responsibilities of the Preceptor\n## Responsibilities of the Student","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the clinical practicum/residency handbook?\",\"answer\":\"It provides essential information about clinical requirements, policies, procedures, and expectations for students, faculty, and preceptors.\"},{\"question\":\"How does the handbook describe the clinical placement process?\",\"answer\":\"It covers securing a clinical site, preparation for clinical, required documentation such as CastleBranch documents, and mandatory practicum course or clinical documentation.\"},{\"question\":\"What clinical tracking and documentation systems are referenced in the handbook?\",\"answer\":\"The handbook references CastleBranch, Typhon Clinical Tracker, and eValue as systems used for tracking and documentation in MSN and DNP programs.\"}]","Department of Nursing Clinical Practicum/Residency Handbook - 2025-2027 | PDF",1789971180,514]