The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) offers the course NURS 401 – Leadership, Quality, Safety & Informatics. This undergraduate course is designed to prepare nursing students for leadership roles by focusing on key aspects of healthcare leadership, quality improvement, safety measures, and health informatics.
The course covers a diverse range of topics, including:
- Leadership principles and styles in healthcare
- Quality improvement methodologies in nursing practice
- Patient safety and risk management
- Healthcare informatics and technology applications
- Ethical considerations in healthcare leadership
- Interprofessional collaboration for quality care
- Integration of evidence-based practices in leadership decisions
Students enrolled in NURS 401 will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to lead and contribute to improvements in healthcare quality, safety, and informatics. This course is tailored for students pursuing a career in nursing and healthcare leadership, providing them with the expertise needed to navigate the evolving landscape of healthcare delivery and contribute to positive patient outcomes.
