[NURS 879 – User-Centered Analysis and Design at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) is an advanced-level course focused on preparing nursing professionals to apply user-centered principles in the analysis and design of healthcare systems and technologies. This comprehensive course covers a variety of crucial topics, including:
Understanding user needs and preferences in healthcare settings
Human factors and usability in healthcare technology
User-centered design methodologies in nursing practice
Evaluation of healthcare systems from a user perspective
Integration of technology to enhance patient care and outcomes
Ethical considerations in user-centered healthcare design
Interprofessional collaboration for effective system implementation
Students enrolled in NURS 879 will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to champion user-centered approaches in healthcare technology and system design. The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based practices and prepares students to contribute to the development of healthcare systems that prioritize user experience at UNC.
