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lecture recording on 14 January 2025 at 13.41.27 PM

Introduction

  • Jared introduces himself and expresses his laid-back teaching philosophy.

  • Emphasizes the importance of mutual respect between students and him.

  • Key point: Respect goes both ways; if there’s a lack of respect, he will refer to the student handbook.

Teaching Philosophy

  • Goal is to teach and share knowledge, not to be a tyrant.

  • Open to discussions about grades, encourages constructive dialogue.

  • Focus on imparting crucial knowledge, particularly in psychiatry.

Background

  • Holds a Master's degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

  • Works as an ER nurse, not specifically a psychiatric nurse.

  • Shares personal experience of overcoming severe health challenges to complete his degree.

Course Expectations

  • Encourages students to take notes and use PowerPoint slides for study aids.

  • Reluctant towards certain materials in textbooks, especially related to schizophrenia.

  • Stresses the importance of participation and asking questions in class.

Content Focus

  • Major themes include how to engage with and communicate effectively with people.

  • Will discuss challenging subjects including emotional and mental health topics such as:

    • Sexuality and gender identity

    • Child abuse

    • Substance abuse

Classroom Conduct

  • No phones allowed in class to ensure engagement and focus.

  • Encourages students to step outside for distractions or urgent calls but insists on respect.

  • Maintains a safe environment and welcomes difficult conversations about personal experiences.

Assessment and Grading

  • Provides study guides to aid students in preparation for tests.

  • Emphasizes that late assignments will not be excused without communication.

  • Students are responsible for due dates in the syllabus, not what appears in Canvas.

Clinical Preparation

  • Relates experiences with clinical hours and expectations.

  • Highlights requirements for preparation and communication with clinical instructors.

  • Emphasizes avoiding overwork before clinical days due to Ohio Board of Nursing regulations.

Mental Health Fair

  • Mental health fair on February 18th; students can volunteer for service projects.

  • Various topics will be covered, such as resilience, self-care, and mental health education.

  • Offers resources to students participating.

Reflections and Projects

  • Discussion of reflection papers due at particular intervals.

  • Encourages original work and discourages reliance on AI tools like chat GPT for writing papers.

  • Reminder to engage meaningfully while performing service projects, particularly regarding mental health.

Course Structure

  • Lectures interspersed with case studies and assessments.

  • Announce that attendance is not mandatory but highly encouraged for learning.

  • Details about the NCLEX exam and its content distribution regarding psychiatric nursing.

Communication

  • Encourages open communication about any issues or questions related to coursework.

  • Details on how students can sign up for projects or communicate needs.

  • Reinforces that he is approachable for discussions about class material and personal experiences.

Final Reminders

  • Students are encouraged to maintain their mental health, utilize campus resources, and support one another.

  • Highlights the importance of self-care and balance throughout the course.