NU 812 Interprofessional Leadership for Quality Improvement, Policy, and Health Care Transformation 4 cr.  (4-0-0)

In this didactic course, students learn about health care policy and organizational - systems leadership strategies that promote patient care at the highest level of nursing practice. Advanced communication skills used to build and lead teams in political and health care arenas are emphasized. Students are required to become involved in the shaping of policy by serving on committees, boards, or task forces at institutional, local, state, federal, or international levels.