NURS 462 - C-NAP: Nursing Capstone Project

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This course critically examines the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for transition into practice in the U.S. health care system. RN licensure agencies, functions and application procedures for the licensing exam are discussed. A critical examination of challenges facing health care professionals is explored, with emphasis on national quality improvement initiatives including evidence-based practice, patient care, patient safety, communication, team functioning and informatics. Work place issues and strategies will be examined from individual, intraprofessional/interprofessional teams, and systems levels, including an examination of health policy related to improvement of client care and workplace issues. (2 hours /15 weeks). (Offered spring.) Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of NURS 458, NURS 459 and NURS 460.