NURS-FPX 4010 emphasizes developing leadership skills in nursing through interprofessional collaboration, strategic planning and evidence-based decision-making. It equips nursing professionals to lead healthcare teams effectively, drive quality improvement projects across diverse healthcare settings and improve patient outcomes across healthcare settings. Students participate in practical assignments designed to build critical thinking and leadership competencies essential for modern nursing practice.
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Students participating in this assessment create a reflection video focusing on personal leadership qualities and interprofessional collaboration experiences, in order to assess self-awareness, communication skills and the ability to work effectively within healthcare teams.
Assessment 2 involves conducting an interview with a healthcare professional to identify an interdisciplinary issue, then conducting a literature review pertaining to leadership theories before proposing collaborative solutions that enhance care delivery and teamwork.
This assessment centers around creating an action plan to address an interdisciplinary issue identified in Assessment 2. Students develop actionable strategies, set measurable goals, and apply change management principles in support of team-based care improvements.
Final assessments require students to present their interdisciplinary plan in professional video format. This presentation shows their ability to communicate clearly, lead healthcare improvements effectively, and engage stakeholders in creating positive change.
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