LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN NURSING

Course Description

The definition and purpose of the course; Management processes and principles in nursing; Planning of nursing services; Organizing and conducting nursing services; coordination; Control and supervision in nursing services; Rights and duties of civil servants; Laws and regulations related to nursing; Support units in health management; Definition and structuring of health services; Formal and special treatment institutions; The role of the nurse and professionalism; Decision making and problem solving; Time management and planning; Team collaboration, conflict management; The use of research and evidence-based practices in governance; Change management, innovation and leadership; Reality odor, career planning; Cv preparation and job interviews; Patient safety, quality and accreditation; Nursing legislation and turkish criminal law; In-service training, motivation and job satisfaction. Management and decision making process; Factors affecting the decision making process.

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN NURSING

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Course outcomes

No course outcomes have been defined yet.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Weiss, S. A., Tappen, R. M., & Grimley, K. (2019). Essentials of nursing leadership & management. FA Davis.
2. 02 Gopee, N., & Galloway, J. (2017). Leadership and management in healthcare (3rd ed.). SAGE Publications.
3. 03 Yoder-Wise, P. S., & Sportsman, S. (2023). Leading and managing in nursing (8th ed.). Elsevier.
4. 04 Huston, C. J. (2024). Leadership roles and management functions in nursing: Theory and application (11th ed.). Wolters Kluwer.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Understand the roles and responsibilities of nurse leaders in healthcare organizations SOLO 3
2. L02 Apply management theories and concepts to nursing practice SOLO 5
3. L03 Develop effective communication and interpersonal skills essential for nursing leadership. SOLO 4
4. L04 Analyze organizational structures and dynamics within healthcare settings. SOLO 4
5. L05 Demonstrate proficiency in decision-making and problem-solving in nursing leadership scenarios. SOLO 5
6. L06 Integrate ethical principles into leadership and management practices. SOLO 5
7. L07 Utilize evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives in nursing leadership roles. SOLO 5
8. L08 Demonstrate proficiency in leading interprofessional healthcare teams. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 1. Applies foundational nursing knowledge to meet individual, family, and community health needs by providing person-centred care that respects dignity, autonomy, privacy, and informed consent.
2. P02 2. Applies professional standards and quality management principles by using risk assessment, incident/near-miss reporting, audit/feedback, and continuous improvement to strengthen patient safety.
3. P03 3. Integrates theoretical and practical knowledge to deliver holistic preventive, curative, and rehabilitative nursing care by demonstrating therapeutic communication, empathy, and culturally safe practice.
4. P04 4. Delivers evidence-based, high-quality care using health information and communication technologies by documenting accurately, protecting confidentiality/data security, and using clinical technologies safely and appropriately.
5. P05 5. Identifies, analyses, and addresses healthcare problems by formulating clinical questions, searching and appraising evidence, applying findings to practice, and evaluating outcomes using a systematic, research-informed approach.
6. P06 6. Manages nursing care by prioritising, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions; escalating concerns appropriately; and demonstrating accountability through accurate documentation and responsible delegation/supervision.
7. P07 7. Collaborates effectively within interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary teams by sharing timely information, respecting roles, engaging in constructive conflict management, and contributing actively to shared decision-making.
8. P08 8. Maintains lifelong learning by setting professional development goals, seeking and using feedback, engaging in reflective practice/portfolio work, and updating practice according to current scientific and technological developments.
9. P09 9. Plans and implements community-oriented projects and health promotion activities by using population data, collaborating with stakeholders, advocating for equitable health, and evaluating the impact of initiatives on community/public health.
10. P10 10. Upholds ethical principles by maintaining confidentiality, obtaining informed consent, ensuring fairness/non-discrimination, managing professional boundaries, and reporting unethical or unsafe practices according to regulations.
11. P11 11. Contributes to quality and professional development processes by participating in institutional quality activities , supporting in-field/out-of-field education through mentoring/teaching, and representing the nursing profession appropriately at national and international levels.
12. P12 12. Communicates professionally in at least one foreign language to access and use international evidence, collaborate with global peers, and provide safe, respectful communication for diverse populations.

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