4 semester credits

Students in this course use a case study approach to synthesize and apply knowledge to a current nursing practice issue. Through a collaborative case study project, students use a variety of administrative strategies to achieve positive patient care delivery outcomes. They develop a comprehensive plan in the context of current nursing-service challenges, analyze and explicate a case study, and provide strategic recommendations that address the issues and challenges presented in the case. Building their professional portfolio, students apply leadership and management theory and strategy to the design of their own case study created for use as a leadership development exercise. Students also review the work of their peers, share perspectives, and provide feedback.