July 2024 University Catalog with October Addendum

NURS6222 Healthcare Safety and Quality Management

Learners examine the nurse leader’s role in helping to effectively integrate into healthcare delivery systems the quality and safety principles that inform evidence-based changes and best practices. Learners demonstrate an understanding of the ways they can measure healthcare quality and safety; monitor and assess patient safety and outcomes; develop a transparent system for identifying and resolving medical errors and adverse patient outcomes; use data to monitor and improve patient care and outcomes; and support a culture of quality and safety. Learners are required to complete 50 practicum hours. For MSN learners only. Special permission is required for registration. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

NURS6200