NUR 657 - CNS II - Influence Change in Health Care Systems

Institution:

Grand Canyon University

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Description:

This course focuses on the essential characteristics and competencies of the CNS, exploring the CNS roles of clinical leader, collaborator, change agent, consultant, educator, and researcher. Students discover how, in utilizing these roles, a CNS can influence the quality of care within health care systems. The course builds on the patient/client sphere of influence, focusing on the broader nurse/nursing practice and organizational/systems spheres of influence. Content includes: ? Influencing change ? Systems thinking ? Leadership for multidisciplinary collaboration ? Consultation, teaching, and coaching focused on groups ? Measurement, outcome evaluation including cost-effectiveness, and evidence-based research focused on the group/organization ? Technology, products, and devices development/evaluation The clinical experience takes place in the student's chosen specialty area and the above concepts are integrated in that specialty setting. The clinical experience integrates the theoretical concepts covered in the didactic portion of the course. Clinical component: 3 clinical credits. Clinical hours: 150. Prerequisite: NUR 655.

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gcu.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 800-9776

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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