NURS 601B FNP Bridge course

This course is a bridge course for the RN who is seeking a degree in Master of Science in Nursing specific to the Family Nurse Practitioner track.  The course is designed to provide an in-depth introduction and better understanding of family theory as it relates to genetics, counseling, and health promotion across the lifespan.  The course also introduces the graduate nurse to information systems and technologies that support practice and improve patient care and outcomes.  Students will develop an understanding of relationships between patient care, information and data issues involved in clinical practice within complex healthcare systems.  Students will analyze and critique case studies relevant to the needs of families as well as review outpatient documentation, and billing relevant to the practice of the nurse practitioner.