NURS 4670

Nurse Coordinating Care

(3:9) Uses a systems framework and critical thinking strategies to study the coordinating role of the professional nurse within health care delivery. Current theories of management, leadership and change are examined and related to nursing practice. Focuses on synthesis of this knowledge to develop innovative and creative approaches to nursing practice. Applies theoretical and empirical concepts through supervised experiences gained in local health care institutions. Students will participate in several activities that demonstrate their understanding of leadership principles applied to nursing in their classroom and clinical course work

Units: 6.0