Offered autumn and spring. Offered at Missoula College. Prereq., acceptance into the Registered Nursing Program and successful completion of semester I, II and III of the RN program. This clinical experience focuses on application of the nursing process and utilization of information to provide comprehensive nursing care to the acutely ill patient experiencing complex health alterations in a variety of settings. Emphasis is placed on prioritization of care and collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal client care.