Nursing B.S.
Course Description
Leadership & Mgt for Prof PracThis course engages the learner in applying the theoretical principles of leadership and management in professional nursing practice. Current issues in healthcare leadership are studied within a context of the program’s five core concepts. Reflection and critical thinking strategies are used to explore and/or resolve leadership and/or management issues related to patient care and healthcare teamwork. Collaboration with interdisciplinary colleagues in healthcare organizations is stressed. The service learning project for this course involves leadership for planned change in your community of choice. This is an online course with enhanced electronic communications requiring Blackboard; Adobe Connect, with webcam & USB headset; Microsoft Office [WORD, PowerPoint and Excel 2010 or higher] and the Internet. Prerequisite: NURS 310 with a C+ or better 3 credits (3 lecture hours) spring semester
