Adv Prof Nursing Concepts

This course will explore professionalism, management and leadership concepts, issues, roles, and functions as applied to the role of the professional nurse in various health care settings. Development in the roles of problem solver, change agent and leader are emphasized. The course focuses on formulating evidence-based leadership and management skills and competencies needed by professional nurses to work productively in inter-professional teams. Learners will analyze current best practices related to leadership roles, communication, teamwork and collaboration, quality improvement, and culturally-competent client-centered care. Legal and ethical issues related to leadership and professionalism will be emphasized. The evolution of professional nursing practice will be examined as well as the role of the professional nurse within the global health care delivery system. The course also includes a comprehensive review which will assist the student in preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam. Through comprehensive assessment testing, the student will have the opportunity to identify knowledge deficits and complete a plan of remediation based on individual learning needs.