Faculty Syllabus

REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS/INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

1. Learning resources to include:
   1. Marquis, B. and Huston, C. (2021). Leadership Roles and Management Functions in Nursing. (10th Ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott/Wolters Kluwer.

Computer access and Internet connection. The ability to access and navigate the Learning Management System Blackboard ®. More information about Blackboard ® can be found at http://irt.austincc.edu/blackboard/StudentSupport.php

This course provides a health-related work-based learning experience in a variety of settings that allow the student to apply theories, skills, and concepts related to the role of the nursing leader and manager.

1. Synthesize knowledge, skills, and abilities gained from personal experiential learning, prerequisite, and co-requisite courses included in the program of study.  (AACN I, IX) (DECs I A, C, D & IIB, C)
2. Demonstrate principles of leadership in a select healthcare setting. (AACN II, V, VII, VIII) (DECs IA, IID, E, IV B, F)
3. Evaluate methods of resource allocation in a select healthcare setting to determine the effectiveness in meeting institutional outcomes. (AACN IV, V, VII) (DECs IA, C, II C, F, IVD)
4. Act as a change agent to improve quality care within the select healthcare setting. (AACN III, VI) (DECs IIIA, B, IVA, C)
5. Apply quality improvement models to promote adherence to quality standards/benchmarks in select healthcare settings. (AACN V, VI) (DECs IVAC)
6. Demonstrate effective communication techniques to promote teamwork and collaboration. (AACN V, VI) (DECs IC, IV A, C, E)   

Students must achieve a passing score of 80% (B) or higher in the course for progression in the program. For late assignments, 5 pts will be taken off of the grade per day, up to 50% of the total assignment grade. Students have one virtual “Extension Token” that can be used for a 48-hour extension on any assignment without penalty to the grade. The student must email the instructor to use that extension token.