What This Document Is
This is the revised syllabus for RN 500: Leadership/Management in Nursing Theory, a course within the Maternal Newborn (RN 301) curriculum at Gurnick Academy. It outlines the expectations, requirements, and grading criteria for students enrolled in this specific nursing theory course. It was last updated December 22, 2022.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is essential for all students registered for RN 500. It serves as a contract between the instructor and students, detailing course logistics, prerequisites (completion of semesters 1-8 and concurrent enrollment in semester 9 courses), and the overall approach to learning leadership and management principles. It’s used throughout the semester to clarify expectations and assess student performance.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This syllabus provides an overview of the course but does not deliver the course content itself. It doesn’t substitute for attending lectures, completing assignments, or engaging with the required readings.
What This Document Provides
The syllabus includes:
* Course title and credit hours (45 clock hours = 3 Semester Units, plus 90 hours outside preparation)
* Course description focusing on practical application through clinical projects.
* A list of seven course objectives related to differentiating leadership and management, analyzing organizational structures, and identifying quality improvement issues.
* Nine learning outcomes covering effective management, leadership skills, decision-making, and current issues in nursing.
* Required textbooks (Yoder-Wise, 2019 editions).
* Teaching and learning strategies employed in the course.
* A breakdown of the grading scale, including the weight of examinations, attendance, quizzes, and class preparation (including Sherpath assignments).
