In a rural acute care setting, nurses must be prepared to assess and respond to Mental Health crises using sound clinical judgment, trauma-informed practices, and awareness of available resources. Limited access to mental health professionals means nurses often serve as the first and sometimes only point of care. By recognizing signs of distress, creating a safe and respectful environment, and connecting patients to local or telehealth supports, nurses play a critical role in stabilizing individuals, preventing further harm, and ensuring timely, culturally appropriate mental health interventions.

This course is designed to prepare nursing students to respond to a mental health crisis in a rural acute care setting, using appropriate clinical judgment, trauma-informed communication practices, and knowledge of local and telehealth resources.

This is a self-paced, asynchronous online course. While you'll have access to the course content as soon as you register, please note that the instructor will be available only between [Start Date] and [End Date].

Please Note:

•Extensions are not available for this course.

•Refunds cannot be provided once enrolled.

Upon successful completion, you'll receive a digital badge to recognize your achievement.