NUR 4030 - Management and Leadership in Nursing

3 cr

This course provides the basis for understanding leadership and management principles as they relate to the delivery of health care. Emphasis is placed on understanding how the use of leadership and management theories can create a positive difference in the quality of nursing practice. Selected management and leadership models, concepts, and theories are explored. Emphasis is placed on ethical decision-making and the enhancement of communication skills to effectively work with groups and organizations. A clinical practicum of 42 hours of experience is required.
Prerequisite: NUR 2050 ,
NUR 2510
with minimum grades of "B-" and an unencumbered RN license in the State of VT and the state of practicum (if not VT).
Fall