2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog

NUR 448 Nursing Leadership, Issues and Trends

This course focuses on leadership-management theory and processes in healthcare. The managerial and leadership roles of the nurse are examined as they relate to designing, managing, and coordinating care; delegation, and supervision of nursing care while retaining professional accountability; and the evaluation of the effectiveness of inter- and intra-professional healthcare teams. Current trends and critical issues in healthcare are also explored. Topics include legal, political, economic, and accreditation factors. 

Credits

3

Prerequisite

NUR 347 & NUR 400

Corequisite

NUR 444 & NUR 447

Distribution

Nursing

Offered

Spring