NURS 2480 - Complex Care and Leadership Concepts

Institution:

Minnesota State College Southeast

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Description:

This course will provide the student transition of the student to the role of the professional registered nurse is a focus of this course. The course also builds on Medical/Surgical II with a focus on patients experiencing complex, multisystem alterations in health that require integration of medical/surgical concepts of nursing care. Emphasis is placed on implementing time management and organizational skills, while managing the care of patients with multiple needs and collaborating with the inter-professional team. Complex clinical skills, as well as priority setting, clinical judgment, and legal and ethical practice, are integrated throughout the course. Emphasis is also placed on the management of patients facing emotional and psychological stressors, as well as the promotion and maintenance of the mental health of individuals and families. Contemporary issues and management concepts are a focus, as well as the development of the skills of delegation, conflict management, and leadership. Healthcare policy, standards of practice, legal issues, and ethical issues are analyzed, with a focus on personal accountability and responsibility in relation to state regulations. (Prerequisites: BIOL1226, BIOL2540, ENGL1215, NURS1401, NURS1410, NURS1420, NURS1441, NURS1450, NURS1460, and NURS2418) (if LPN: NURS1431 - not NURS1401, NURS1420, NURS1410) (Corequisites: NURS2400 and NURS2458 (6 credits: 3 lecture/3 lab)

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.southeastmn.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 453-2700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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