2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog

NUR 427 Leadership in Nursing

This course incorporates the theoretical frameworks that explain organizational theory and structure in relation to the management of patient care within the health care delivery system. The concepts of this leadership and management course are designed to prepare the baccalaureate nursing student to function in a complex health care environment. Leadership in Nursing will provide an overview of leadership, legal and ethical nursing issues, care management, health care organizations management, delegation, human resource management, fiscal management, and outcomes management. This course will emphasize the skills necessary for the management of appropriate and effective nursing care. Fee: $250.00

Credits

3

Offered

Fall and Spring for the Lebanon program; Spring and Summer for the Mt. Juliet program