NURS 772 - The Nurse as Leader

(3 units)

This course prepares students to function effectively as nurse leaders within their respective fields of nursing. Application of various leadership theories and principles will be analyzed in a practice context. Students will examine the impact of their leadership characteristics and skills on leader ability. Students will explore collaborative problem-solving strategies that influence change in a variety of healthcare related issues.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): Admission to DNP or UNLV’s Nursing Ph.D. programs; completion of term 1 of DNP program.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate ongoing self-analysis of leader abilities and behaviors through self-reflection of interpersonal skills.
2. analyze leadership theories and approaches, and their applicability within the student’s field of study.
3. appraise situational influences necessary to create change through effective leadership.
4. employ team leadership models to enhance collaborative skills in the student’s field of study.se leadership skills in a variety of settings to advance a vision of nursing.
5. design a theoretical conceptual framework for leading in future professional roles based on reflection of leadership concepts and influential experiences.

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