Nurse Leader Certificate

The Nurse Leader certificate is a 12-credit-hour program designed for the Registered Nurse who has completed a MSN and is interested in a nursing leader focus.

The program is offered at the St. Louis and Kansas City campuses.

Curriculum

• NURN 5410 Leadership in Nursing (3)
• NURN 5420 Financial Issues for Nurse Leaders (3)
• NURN 5230 Legal Issues for Nurse Leaders (3)
• NURN 5440 Leadership in Nursing Practicum I (3)

Admission Requirements

• 2.5 grade point average
• Master Degree in Nursing required
• Proof of RN licensure
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience
• Résumé describing scope, responsibility, and function of work experience
• Completion of application with fees
• Official transcripts
• Personal interview

Course Descriptions

NURN 5410 Leadership in Nursing (3)

This course provides the student with a theoretical foundation of nursing leadership. Professional practice models and organizational philosophies will be explored within the context of current nursing issues. Competencies necessary for nurse leaders will be discussed. The role of communication will be examined across organization systems. The effect of diversity on practice will be discussed. Prerequisites: NURN 5000 and NURN 5550 or permission of Coordinator.

NURN 5420 Financial Issues for Nurse Leaders (3)

This course is based upon financial management framework important to nurse leaders. The primary focus is on the interpretation and application of basic financial information from a departmental or a general organizational point of view. Topics will include the general goals and functions of financial decision making, the role of money and financial markets in the economy, financial statement analysis, and the budget process. The course will include criteria for allocating resources that optimize quality cost effective care. Prerequisites: NURN 5000 and NURN 5550 or permission of Coordinator.

NURN 5230 Teaching Practicum in Nursing I (3)

Course content focuses on the development of lesson plans appropriate for defined learner populations. Students design, implement, and evaluate educational plans. Students collaborate with faculty and chosen preceptor on lesson plans. The role of the educator in a teaching setting is explored. Prerequisites: NURN 5210 and NURS 5220.

NURN 5440 Leadership in Nursing Practicum I (3)

The practicum course is designed to explore the role of nurse leader in an organizational or community setting. Students collaborate with faculty and preceptors to examine the role of nurse leader. Prerequisites: NURN 5410, NURN 5420, and NURN 5430 or permission of Coordinator.