Applied Nursing Informatics

Catalog description

The purpose of this course is to develop a basic understanding of the appropriate application of informatics in nursing. Students will self-identify learning needs related to informatics and develop an improvement plan addressing same. Basic principles of technical and ethical use of informatics will be utilized in development of an evidence-based project addressing an identified continuous quality improvement issue impacting patient care. The importance of ensuring ethical standards of research, evidence-based practice and appropriate referencing with use of APA Style are emphasized. Students enrolling in NURS 210 are expected to have basic computer and office software skills. To progress in the program, the student must maintain a grade of a C or better, in all program specific general education courses and required program courses.Prerequisite: Permission of instructor or officially accepted into the ADN program.