NURS 454 - Principles of Leadership and Management in Nursing (3)

Study of concepts, principles and theories as a basis for developing leadership skills for an entry-level professional nurse. Emphasis is on patient care management, evaluation of outcomes, healthcare systems, legal safeguards, ethics, finance, and policy. Critical thinking skills are utilized to problem-solve, promote patient safety, and effect change in the clinical setting. Prereqs: NURS 335, NURS 451, and NURS 452. Recommended Co-reqs: NURS 422 and NURS 460. Offered: Fall and Spring.