NR441

In this course the student begins to transition to the role of graduate nurse and explores issues relevant to contemporary nursing practice including the ethics and regulation of practice. Local, state, national and international policies and initiatives and their influence on health of populations are examined. Students create and implement an approved capstone leadership project which is undertaken with guidance of faculty and clinical partners and reflects integration of all elements of the BSN curriculum. 2 Lecture hours and 2 leadership seminar project hours. Prerequisites: NR 225, NR 416. Grade of C+ or higher. Restriction: Nursing majors or Director permission.