NURS 549 - Quality Improvement Process in Healthcare

Institution:

University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Description:

Burke. This course is designed to introduce the student to the quality improvement process in healthcare. The key programs and tools used to improve the quality of healthcare will be addressed. The role of the nurse executive in leading a healthcare organization for continual improvements will be examined. Students will analyze several case studies and participate in process improvement exercises and projects. The student does not need to have any prior experience with formal improvement methods.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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