Ambulatory Care Nursing

(3 Credits)

The course explores the role of the professional nurse in the highly specialized ambulatory care setting. Emphasis will be placed on safety and quality through care coordination, transitional care management, individualizing and evaluating care for patients, families, and populations in diverse outpatient settings. Students will learn a variety of delivery care models with a focus on prevention, health promotion, and maintenance, and follow up. Evidence-based and multidisciplinary practices for the care of patients in ambulatory care settings will be explored to improve patient outcomes throughout the lifespan.