NSG 8804 - Policy and Politics in Healthcare

3 Semester Hour(s)

Addresses healthcare policies and political forces that shape them. Analyzes the adequacy and impact of current legislation; federal, state, local and workplace policies; and best practice guidelines for patient-centered care, and advanced practice roles. Emphasizes the leadership role of the DNP in areas of analyzing, formulating and implementing healthcare policies. Explores the interrelationships between policies and nursing, organizations, politics, and the economics of healthcare.