NUR470 Professional Issues in Nursing

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This course prepares the student with knowledge of the major trends and innovations in professional nursing practice in the United States (US) healthcare delivery system. Students will be exposed to the concepts of professional nursing and the history behind the profession, ethical, contextual, and philosophical elements related to nursing as a profession. Students will learn of the changing context of healthcare as well as workforce and workplace issues. Professional nursing roles will be explored and creating the future of the nursing workforce will be envisioned. Students will integrate knowledge from prior learning and nursing experience as they explore the complexity of healthcare system and practice innovations. Coursework will include an overview of the economics and regulatory issues in nursing and healthcare. Students will prepare for life-long learning, begin to establish a professional portfolio, and complete a project that requires the application of change management principles to nursing practice.