NURS 438 - Leadership in Professional Nursing Practice (3cr.)

Credit(s): 3

LEADERSHIP IN NURSING PRACTICE
Introduces concepts of leadership and management for entry-level professional nursing practice. Explore and analyze fundamental strategies to improve organizational culture and change, quality and safety of care, patient satisfaction, inter-professional dialogue and budgetary resource issues. Examines the influence of legislative, regulatory, and risk management policies in shaping the practice environment. Incorporates experiential learning during concurrent practica.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option
PREREQ: junior level nursing courses COREQ: at least one senior level clinical practicum RESTRICTIONS: Nursing majors only.

Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring

General Education Objectives: