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2012-2013 UMass Dartmouth Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

NUR 518 - Standards and Outcomes for Advancing Nursing Practice

3 credits
Lecture
Exploration of the scope, standards, and outcomes associated with DNP and MS prepared nurses in advanced practice, educator, or management practice in a variety of settings. The evolution of graduate nursing practice is considered by examining the historical background, current realities, and future directions. Students analyze selected role components of expert clinician, educator, collaborator, change agent, and leader. Students shape the health care environment by promulgating standards of practice, use of protocols/practice guidelines and quality improvement initiatives, and standardized outcome measures which promote quality practice in organizations and systems. These processes are examined for their impact for improving performance within systems. Critical thinking, written and oral communication skill development are emphasized.