NRS 490 Professional Nursing Capstone

This course integrates the academic and practical knowledge students have acquired throughout the program. The online didactic course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary for the nurse serving as a leader, advocate, and change agent. This course will provide students with the framework for project development and presentation in NRS 492.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

NRS 450, NRS 460, and Admission to the BSN program

Corequisite

NRS 492

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Make evidence-based decisions by applying knowledge from nursing theory, research, and principles of population health

2. Practice holistic care that respects the client's preferences and values

3. Communicate effectively and compassionately in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of high-quality healthcare using available resources and emerging technologies

4. Model self-reflective, professional, and ethical behaviors that align with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses

5. Apply quality improvement principles that incorporate best practices in the delivery of care, promote a culture of patient safety, and mitigate unsafe environments

6. Collaborate with the interprofessional team, patients, families, and community partners to improve health outcomes

7. Integrate program and course content to develop a potential solution to a nursing practice issue using ethical and critical thinking decision-making strategies, standards of professional practice, leadership, and effective communication