NURS 497 Leadership & Advocacy in Health Care
Nurses practicing in the ever-evolving healthcare system are required to embody and actualize leadership skills. This course will encourage students to develop themselves as emerging leaders through reflection, discussion and developing creative strategies to enhance professional growth. New skills will be developed that allow the nurse to produce positive outcomes in the work environment. This course will provide students with the opportunity to develop these skills, providing a conceptual basis and theoretical foundation in nursing leadership. Emphasis is placed on providing an understanding of the role of every nurse as a leader in promoting change, working in inter-professional teams, improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice, creating cultures of safety, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in nursing practice. This course will touch upon each of the AONL Nurse Leader Core Competencies.