NRSG 544 Care Management III: Adult and Child Health

This course is the third of three courses focused on evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care for patients throughout the life cycle. Learning experiences within the classroom, simulation center, and direct patient care settings will engage direct-entry MSN students in patient care situations that require the student to synthesize knowledge from previous nursing courses, supportive courses, and evidence-based scholarly materials. Students will enhance communication, leadership, and clinical judgement skills in the care of patients and families experiencing with complex health conditions of the cardiovascular and/or neurological systems.

Credits

7

Corequisite

NRSG 545

Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Synthesize knowledge and skills from previous experiences and courses to manage nursing care for patients exhibiting complex health needs of the cardiovascular and/or neurological system. SLO#1 Apply current evidence and sound clinical judgement in the provision of compassionate, patient centered care in all healthcare settings. SLO#4 Synthesize concepts from nursing practice and other disciplines to form the foundation of professional nursing practice.
2. Apply sound clinical judgement to the provision of quality care for diverse patients during critical healthcare situations. SLO#1 Apply current evidence and sound clinical judgement in the provision of compassionate, patient centered care in all healthcare settings. SLO#4 Synthesize concepts from nursing practice and other disciplines to form the foundation of professional nursing practice. SLO#6 Promote patient and staff safety by utilizing quality improvement processes within complex systems of health care.
3. Incorporate knowledge of developmental patterns and cultural variations when providing care to patients and families throughout the life cycle. SLO#2 Analyze the impact of social, political, economic, and technological trends on patient health behaviors, nursing practices, and the healthcare delivery system. SLO#4 Synthesize concepts from nursing practice and other disciplines to form the foundation of professional nursing practice.
4. Collaborate with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team to promote, maintain, and restore optimum states of health and wellness throughout the continuum of care. SLO#3 Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to promote optimum states of health and wellness. SLO#5 Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and cultural humility when managing care for diverse patients across the lifespan and continuum of care.
5. Use evidence-based guidelines and innovative technologies to promote patient and safe safety within complex healthcare systems. SLO#1 Apply current evidence and sound clinical judgement in the provision of compassionate, patient centered care in all healthcare settings. SLO#5 Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and cultural humility when managing care for diverse patients across the lifespan and continuum of care. SLO#7 Utilize innovative technologies to enhance communication and access to equitable, holistic health services for individuals, families, and populations.
6. Demonstrate professional accountability and advocacy when managing patient care. SLO#5 Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and cultural humility when managing care for diverse patients across the lifespan and continuum of care.