30-597 Nursing Education Scholarly Project

This capstone course is a field experience with a scholarly project that synthesizes and applies the essential knowledge for a Master of Science in Nursing.  The project demonstrates the Lewis University MSN program objectives of (1) Exercise leadership in the design and implementation of systems changes using theoretical frameworks, analytical skills, and informatics to enhance quality and safety in the healthcare environment, (2) Develop collaborative approaches within a transdisciplinary environment to improve health care outcomes, (3) Synthesize knowledge to design health promotion and prevention strategies in collaboration with individuals an populations to promote culturally congruent health outcomes across the lifespan, (4) Utilize ethical principles and awareness of health policy and advocacy processes to influence practice.  The project advances the mission of Lewis University by integrating thoughtfully organized service learning.

Credits

6

Prerequisite

All MSN core, NE Specialty Core, and NE Specialty Track courses must be successfully completed prior to this course.