NURS 422

Introduces the contemporary stage of knowledge by examining theories, research, issues, and competencies in leadership and management. Provides students with a framework for addressing ethical issues and ethical decision making to critically analyze a range of issues facing leaders in health care settings. Emphasis is placed on analyzing current and future issues affecting health care leadership and applying the role of nurse leader and manager to that context. Issues are explored with a particular emphasis on strategies to enhance nursing influence in the health care setting.