Advanced Practice Roles in a Diverse Society

Prerequisite: Graduate standing in nursing.

The definitions of advanced practice nursing (APN) roles in community environments. Theoretical content includes ethics, multicultural-population-focused care, community-coordination strategies and interdisciplinary collaboration, critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, and leadership. Roles of the nurse as case manager, administrator, educator, researcher, consultant, and practitioner are explored. Communication issues including assertive behavior, conflict resolution, and the dynamics of change are examined.

Credit: 3