NRSG 697 Leadership in Complex Healthcare Systems
This course concentrates on the MSN-prepared nurse’s role in applying principles of leadership and management in healthcare organizations across the continuum of care. Focused on concepts related to strategic management, healthcare finance and economics, and leading others, the course serves as a framework for evidence-based decision-making in a complex health care environment. Clinical experiences provide direct-entry MSN students with opportunities to apply concepts within a variety of nursing leadership and management roles.
Prerequisite
all previous NRSG courses
Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Student Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for successful leadership and management roles. SLO#4 Synthesize concepts from nursing practice and other disciplines to form the foundation of professional nursing practice. SLO#5 Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and cultural humility when managing care for diverse patients across the lifespan and continuum of care.
- Discuss the legal, ethical, regulatory, and professional standards that impact healthcare administration. 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. SLO#5 Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and cultural humility when managing care for diverse patients across the lifespan and continuum of care.
- Explore the professional nurse’s role and responsibilities related to the business of health care and stewardship of organizational resources. SLO#4 Synthesize concepts from nursing practice and other disciplines to form the foundation of professional nursing practice. SLO#5 Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and cultural humility when managing care for diverse patients across the lifespan and continuum of care.
- Formulate strategies to promote quality, cost effective healthcare in safe environments. SLO#1 Apply current evidence and sound clinical judgement in the provision of compassionate, patient centered care in all healthcare settings. SLO#6 Promote patient and staff safety by utilizing quality improvement processes within complex systems of health care. SLO#7 Utilize innovative technologies to enhance communication and access to equitable, holistic health services for individuals, families, and populations.
- Analyze the impact of technology and quality initiatives on the business of health care. SLO#2 Analyze the impact of social, political, economic, and technological trends on patient health behaviors, nursing practices, and the healthcare delivery system. SLO#6 Promote patient and staff safety by utilizing quality improvement processes within complex systems of health care. SLO#7 Utilize innovative technologies to enhance communication and access to equitable, holistic health services for individuals, families, and populations.
- Evaluate the role of care coordination and case management in the use of health care resources. SLO#3 Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to promote optimum states of health and wellness. SLO#4 Synthesize concepts from nursing practice and other disciplines to form the foundation of professional nursing practice.
- Observe administrative and management competencies at various levels of healthcare and nursing leadership. SLO#4 Synthesize concepts from nursing practice and other disciplines to form the foundation of professional nursing practice. SLO#5 Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and cultural humility when managing care for diverse patients across the lifespan and continuum of care.