NSG 455. Nursing Informatics

Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 013342

This course explores nursing informatics and technology applications in health care. Emphasis is on preparing entry-level nurses with core nursing informatics competencies. A major theme is the use of information systems and technologies to improve the quality and safety of patient care in a changing health care environment. Students will develop their nursing informatics knowledge and skills through reading, discussions, exploration and utilization of electronic modalities. Prerequisite(s): Formal acceptance into the nursing program; completion of NSG 350 , NSG 354 and NSG 450 .