Organizational and Systems Leadership, Practicum II

4 credits · School of Nursing

This practicum provides the student with an opportunity to work closely with a manager or administrator in a formal mentorship arrangement in a health care setting. The student has an opportunity to observe and practice management and leadership skills in a health care organization. The role of a leader is explored in the context of the changing health care environment. In addition, the student explores population health strategies, works on agency designated projects, and presents the process and results of a completed project. This practicum builds on skills and experiences attained in 6485, Practicum I, of the NHCL program. Students are assigned to a more senior leader in N6495, and complexity of course deliverables is enhanced. Pre/co-requisites: All specialty courses except 6404. [4]