NRP/508
Health Policy and Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse
Course level: NUR Graduate
Christine O.
BSA
Online classes, always on, 24/7/365
Go to class any time of the day or night. If you have questions, call 866-354-1800 to speak with an Enrollment Representative.
This course discusses the history and development of advanced practice nursing roles and competencies, as well as the organizational and regulatory scope of practice. Students examine the impact and evolution of role transition, certification, and professional activities. Health care changes and their impact on advanced practice nursing are addressed. The impact of health care policy, managed care, and concepts related to financial responsibility within health care delivery systems are examined. This course provides the health care professional with the necessary strategies to address ethical issues. Research principles applicable to advanced practice nursing are discussed and reinforced.
Prerequisites
- Completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree
- A valid, unrestricted/unencumbered RN license
(Evaluation of submitted requirements may take up to 72 hours to be approved.)
Required materials
The materials required for this course are covered in your resource fees.
Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.
Fiscal Responsibility
Evaluate how policy affects health care financing.
Change Management
Explore opportunities to become a change agent to address health policies that impact the advanced practice nurse.
Policy Analysis
Analyze the code of ethics related to advanced nursing practice.
Legal Practice
Explore legal and regulatory requirements for Nurse Practitioners.