NSG 460 - Nursing Management and Leadership Senior Project

Institution:

Midway University

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Description:

This senior level course provides a theoretical and clinical component which focuses on the leadership role of the professional nurse. Emphasis is placed on leadership strategies, management theory, decision making, supervisory functions, effective strategic planning, health care systems and the process of implementing change. The student will study the theoretical basis of the methods of change and practical skills for planning, directing and evaluating health care and nursing care delivery models. The student will examine the characteristics or leaderships and management roles expanding on previous knowledge from the acute and chronic settings. The senior project serves as a culmination of the student's baccalaureate education with demonstration of the integration of liberal education and the discipline of professional nursing. The senior project involves an extensive review of the literature, a formal paper, and a presentation of the project to the academic college and the professional community. Clinical experience is designed to serve as the framework for developing and practicing leadership and management in a variety of health care settings. Prerequisites: All graduation requirements for General Education and Nursing must be completed prior to NSG 460. Designated critical thinking.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.midway.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 846-4421

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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