In-depth study of local, state, and national policies affecting the health of populations. Emphasis on regulatory and legislative issues related to the nursing profession. Examine the nurse's role in the legislative and political process.
Acceptance to RN to BSN Program
Course Learning Outcomes
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Provide person-centered care for diverse populations to promote health and wellness.
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Utilize organizational leadership skills to collaborate with healthcare teams in a community and/or health care agency to promote safe and effective quality care.
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Utilize reliable evidence to inform and support clinical decisions which shape healthcare delivery and policy.
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Manage information and technology to promote communication, access research, and other reliable evidence, and mitigate error in a variety of healthcare systems.
Core Topics
- Policy development
- Policy analysis and evaluation of social and public policy
- Licensure and regulation
- Advocacy for vulnerable populations
- Access, equity, affordability, social justice in healthcare delivery
- Political activism and professional organizations
- Impact of social trends on health policy (obesity, genetics, and genomics, etc.)
- Nurse as patient advocate
- Nursing and APRN scope of practice and policy perspectives of health professionals (physicians, nurse practitioners, etc.)