Qual/Saf Imp/Risk Mgt with IT

Catalog description

This course provides students with a theoretical and methodological foundation for understanding and applying information technology to achieve patient safety and quality improvement goals. The emphasis is on skills and competencies needed to provide leadership to ensure quality and safety in the healthcare environment. Students will examine the value of technology and information systems to support evidence-based practice, guidelines, and policy across various health settings. Students will use current health technology tools to monitor key organization, risk management, and quality indicators.