Nurse Executive Practicum II

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The second practicum experience is designed to integrate theory and knowledge learned in the program in the actual practice of the nurse executive role. The practicum provides an opportunity for the student to experience the nurse executive role while receiving ongoing feedback, guidance, and support. In this second practicum, the focus continues to be on the professional and operation activities of the nurse executive while expanding on the role of the nurse executive in the community. The student will assess the role and responsibilities of the nurse executive in leading others in the provision of healthcare for the community. In collaboration with the preceptor and the faculty, the student will design a project that will improve access to care, safety and quality of care for the community, or the work environment of the nursing community. The student will be engaged in a local professional organization for nurse executives.Prerequisites: NUR 67100. Typically offered Fall Spring Summer. Prerequisite(s): NUR 67100 FOR LEVEL GR WITH MIN. GRADE OF B (MAY BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY) Course Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate ability to function in the role of a masters prepared nurse executive. 2. Assess the organizational structure and culture to determine influence of the organization on the professional practice environment in the community at large. 3. Analyze personal skill in performing the professional and operational activities involved in the nurse executive role in the community and develop an action plan to acquire these skills. 4. Demonstrate ability to evaluate the work environment, measure outcomes, and develop plans to ensure a safe environment for the community. 5. Promote an environment that supports professional practice including staff autonomy, decision-making, practice standards, sustainable care delivery model, team building, and relationship building with leaders in the community. 6. Demonstrate ability to engage staff in quality patient care. 7. Practice within an evidence-based practice perspective. 8. Reflect on the areas (at least three) where significant growth has occurred during the semester. View Class Schedule