Week 13: Contemporary Issues in Nursing (Part 1)
Week 13 Learning Objectives By the end of this week, students will be able to:Identify major contemporary issues affecting the nursing profession and healthcare delivery. Analyze the impact of current challenges such as nursing workforce shortages, burnout, and technological advances on professional nursing practice. Examine the effects of global health issues and emerging trends on […]
Week 12: Leadership, Advocacy, and Change in Nursing
Week 12 Learning Objectives By the end of this week, students will be able to:Differentiate between leadership and management in professional nursing. Identify common leadership styles and their application in healthcare settings. Explain the role of the nurse as a patient advocate and change agent. Describe how baccalaureate-prepared nurses can lead change at the unit, […]
Week 11: Patient Safety and Quality Improvement
Week 11 Learning Objectives By the end of this week, students will be able to:Explain the importance of patient safety as a fundamental principle of professional nursing practice. Describe the QSEN competencies related to patient safety and quality improvement. Identify common types of medical errors and strategies for prevention. Apply basic quality improvement principles, including […]
Week 10: Communication and Interprofessional Collaboration
Week 10 Learning Objectives By the end of this week, students will be able to:Describe the principles of therapeutic communication in professional nursing. Demonstrate beginning proficiency with structured communication tools such as SBAR. Explain the importance of interprofessional collaboration in healthcare. Identify barriers to effective communication and collaboration and propose strategies to overcome them. Discuss […]
Week 9: Cultural Competence and Health Equity
Week 9 Learning Objectives By the end of this week, students will be able to:Differentiate between cultural competence, cultural humility, and cultural safety. Explain the relationship between social determinants of health, health disparities, and health equity. Conduct a basic cultural self-assessment and recognize personal biases. Apply culturally responsive communication and assessment strategies in nursing practice. […]