NURS 281 - Leadership and Management Theory

2 Total Credits
Focuses on the development of leadership skills and competencies necessary for entry level management of healthcare, delivery of quality patient care, and promotion of professional
development for nurses. Provides an understanding of the role of nursing leadership in healthcare, and the principles of leadership and management in nursing. Analyze and apply safe standards of evidenced based practices to achieve critical thinking and clinical judgment. Advocate for patient centered care by collaborating with inter-professional teams including delegation to maximize the health outcome. Demonstrate accountability of the professional standards of moral, ethical, and legal nursing practice.

Course Outcomes

Analyze the role of nursing leadership in healthcare and the principles of leadership and management in nursing.
Demonstrate knowledge of leadership theories and management styles, and their application in healthcare settings.
Develop effective communication and conflict resolution skills for working with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals. Outline interventions for crucial conversation and problem-solving techniques.
Analyze skills needed in team building, decision-making, problem-solving and delegation.
Show an understanding of the ethical and legal issues related to nursing leadership and the importance of cultural competence and diversity in healthcare.